Billings entrepreneur Jessica Hannesson has turned a long‑held vision into reality with the opening of Made for Home, a new studio on the city’s West End that combines her interior design firm and cabinetry workshop under one roof.
From family store to design headquarters
Hannesson grew up helping her parents run a tire and convenience store in Glendive, learning early the basics of entrepreneurship. She later wrote a three‑to‑five‑year plan to create a headquarters for Hannesson Home and Made for Home. That plan has now materialized, providing a dedicated space where clients can see design concepts in person.
Architectural approach to remodeling
Made for Home describes itself as an interior design firm that also handles cabinetry and full‑service design. Hannesson emphasizes that the firm’s work goes beyond aesthetics; it is rooted in an architectural process that produces detailed roadmaps for subcontractors and contractors. “We are very architectural based with how we do our plans and how we create the roadmap for our subcontractors and contractors to follow,” she explained.
Current market conditions, according to Hannesson, are favorable for remodels. Homeowners who are financially stable are eager to invest in upgrades, and her studio is handling roughly 150 to 200 projects each year.
Recognition and community support
Hannesson’s work has earned her a nomination for HGTV’s Designer of the Year, a milestone she described as both emotional and affirming. “I just was crying. And then I was dancing. And then I was excited,” she said, noting the honor of being recognized on a national platform.
Her mother, Missy Berg, expressed pride in seeing her daughter’s dream take shape. “It’s kind of surreal in a way. She’s had this dream for quite a few years, and it’s been just awesome to see,” Berg said, adding that Hannesson’s talent and hard work are evident in the new studio.
Impact on the local economy
The opening of Made for Home adds to Billings’ growing business landscape, creating jobs for designers, cabinet makers, and support staff. By offering a local venue where homeowners can visualize and discuss renovation plans, the studio reduces the need for clients to travel out of town for design services.
Hannesson’s emphasis on using existing homeowner assets in new plans also promotes sustainable building practices, a point that resonates with many residents seeking cost‑effective upgrades.
Looking ahead
With the studio now open, Hannesson plans to continue expanding her client base while maintaining the high standards that earned her national recognition. She hopes Made for Home will become a go‑to resource for Billings families looking to improve their living spaces while supporting a locally owned business.
Original reporting: KTVQ Q2 Billings (local) — read the source article.
