Business Details
Trusted Interior Design Experts in Ottawa
7j Design is an accredited Ottawa-based interior design, decorating, and renovation firm dedicated to creating exceptional architectural interiors and exteriors. Our approach combines personalized service with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring each project reflects the client's unique vision and lifestyle. We collaborate exclusively with specialized renovation and construction professionals to deliver seamless, high-quality results. Our team prioritizes active listening to understand client needs, translating ideas into functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces. With over 25 years of experience, we bring artistic flair, technical expertise, and a commitment to excellence to every project.Our services span residential and commercial sectors, covering space planning, renovations, custom cabinetry, and lighting design. We emphasize transparency, timely execution, and on-site oversight to guarantee client satisfaction. Recognized in Ottawa publications for our innovative designs, we maintain a philosophy that good design balances scale, color, form, texture, and light. Our process includes comprehensive consultations, detailed planning, and dedicated project management to transform spaces into timeless, personalized environments.
Services
Interior Design
Renovations
Space Planning
Project Management
Exterior Design
Kitchens
Bathrooms
Custom Cabinetry
Lighting Design
Staging
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of experience in interior design and renovation.
- Our team provides personalized, detail-oriented service tailored to client needs.
- On-site daily oversight ensures quality craftsmanship and timely completion.
- We specialize in transforming complex spaces into functional, aesthetically pleasing environments.
- Our process emphasizes transparent communication and client collaboration.
What people say
Hassle-free experience
Creative and adaptable
Stunning results
Meticulous attention to detail
Professional communication
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service focuses on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client preferences. We specialize in residential and commercial projects, incorporating color theory, spatial planning, and material selection. Our process begins with in-depth consultations to understand lifestyle needs, budget constraints, and aesthetic goals, ensuring each design solution balances creativity with practicality.
Renovations
We provide comprehensive renovation services for kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and entire homes. Our team manages structural changes, material sourcing, and trade coordination to deliver seamless transformations. Emphasis is placed on minimizing disruption while achieving modern, functional upgrades that enhance property value and livability for Ottawa-area homeowners.
Space Planning
Our space planning expertise optimizes room functionality through strategic furniture placement and traffic flow analysis. We create detailed floor plans that maximize usable space while maintaining aesthetic harmony. This service is particularly valuable for challenging layouts, small spaces, and commercial environments requiring efficient workflow solutions.
Project Management
We offer end-to-end project management from permit acquisition to final inspections. Our on-site supervision ensures adherence to design specifications, timelines, and budget parameters. This service includes coordinating tradespeople, managing material deliveries, and implementing quality control measures to guarantee successful project completion.
Custom Cabinetry
Our custom cabinetry solutions combine form and function to enhance kitchen and bathroom spaces. We design and source tailored storage systems that maximize efficiency while complementing overall design themes. Options include high-gloss lacquered finishes, quartz countertops, and integrated lighting solutions to create contemporary, durable installations.
People
Shiva Gupta
Owner/Lead Designer
Shiva Gupta is a Trevira award-winning interior designer with 25+ years of experience. A graduate of Algonquin College's Interior Design program, she brings artistic vision and technical expertise to every project. Her work spans residential and commercial sectors, emphasizing personalized solutions that blend functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Questions
What areas does 7j Design serve?
We primarily serve Ottawa and surrounding areas including Kanata, Barrhaven, and West Ottawa, offering interior design and renovation services for residential and commercial properties.
What design styles does 7j Design specialize in?
Our team works with contemporary, modern, French-country, and eclectic styles, tailoring each project to reflect the client's personal preferences and lifestyle needs.
How experienced is the 7j Design team?
Lead designer Shiva Gupta has over 25 years of experience in interior design, with a portfolio spanning residential renovations, commercial projects, and luxury home transformations.
What services does 7j Design offer?
We provide full-service interior design, renovations, space planning, project management, custom cabinetry, and lighting design for both residential and commercial clients.
How does 7j Design manage renovation projects?
We oversee every stage from initial consultation to final inspection, coordinating tradespeople, managing timelines, and ensuring quality control while maintaining regular client communication.
Can 7j Design handle both small and large projects?
Yes, we accommodate projects of all sizes from single-room updates to complete home renovations, applying the same attention to detail and professional standards to every engagement.
Reviews (5)
Jane Griffiths
Jan 29, 2016
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My husband and I enjoyed working with Shiva Gupta and her team of tradespeople. She had a clear vision of the work that needed to be done in completely renovating the ground floor of our home including the kitchen, dining room, powder room and office area. She did not impose her ideas but collaborated with us in finding what suited our style and budget. She was very helpful in guiding us with the design element of the job and in choosing materials. We did make changes as the job progressed and there were some unanticipated surprises along the way. In both instances Shiva immediately informed us
Elaine Chatigny
Oct 08, 2015
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I have had the pleasure of working with 7jDesign on two occasions.The creative force behind the company, Shiva Gupta, is incredibly talented yet open to my and my husband's ideas and opinions. She is so wonderful to work with that we flew her to our home in Newfoundland this past summer after we left Ottawa and had her design our property in the historic community of The Battery. Shiva and her team are diligent and trustworthy. My experience has always been incredible and the outcome amazing!
Beth Charbonneau
Sep 21, 2015
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I have no flair for interior design but certainly admire those talented few that do. Shiva is a true professional and a joy to work with. She is always professional yet possesses a very personable manner. So creative with a superior eye for colour. Working with Shiva of 7J Design means you will have the most beautiful and unique home in the neighbourhood!
Judy Harring
Sep 07, 2015
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It has been my good fortune to have Shiva (7jDesign) redesign my house. It is such a pleasure to live in a space that feels just right . Shiva has the capability to capture the client's wants and wishes and create beautiful spaces. There seems to be no limit to her creativity and her attention to detail is just as impressive. Her workmen were very professional, friendly and dependable. She is highly organized and always met her deadlines. She is a wonderful person and I recomment her without reservation.
Aaron B.
Jun 08, 2015
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7J Design is an excellent choice for anyone interested in renovating their home or creating beautiful, functional living spaces. Ive had the pleasure of shadowing Shiva of 7J Design on numerous occasions and I am always impressed. She is highly organized and diligent, always professional and courteous, and very pleasant to work with. She is also extremely talented and stays up-to-date on the latest design trends and styles. Shivas eye for design is second to none as she is able to transform ordinary spaces into modern, minimal masterpieces. 7J Design also sources high quality materials for
