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A little about me, I was educated in Interior Design at New York State University & trained in Vancouver, British Columbia. Since then I have been a full time Interior Designer since 2007.  While I'm based in Canada's wonderful West Coast, I continue to serve my awesome clients with online services  all around the globe including New York, Toronto, Texas, California, Europe & Thailand. I am pleased to create Exceptional Homes for my Exceptional Clients. 

My qualifications include being a multi-award winning interior designer, HGTV featured Interior Design Pro, True Colour Expert & Certified Color Strategist. 

I advocate for homes that celebrate my amazing clients who live in them.  
​I know Design & I'd love to create a beautiful home for  you!

'We begin by getting to know you, your needs, your desires, your dreams for your space. We listen to & respect your interior design objectives by communicating promptly, bringing your ideas to life.'       ​​Jil Sonia McDonald

​Jil is absolutely incredible to work with!
​I chose Jil McDonald because she listened intently to my 'decorating dilemma' and I could tell she was fully invested in the project from the beginning. She even sent me sketches the had drawn up while we sat together! I knew from the beginning she would give it her all and boy she did!  I needed help gaining the confidence to commit to my dream aesthetic. I was concerned about making the "right" interior design decision. It's amazing what we pulled off – the project was never rushed, we discussed every option and detail at length, and most importantly, had a BLAST along the way. 
When I get an email or call from Jil, it feels like Christmas morning. Look no further – Jil is the real deal and I'm beyond fortunate to have her on speed dial."
- Phil Pallen, Brand Strategist, LA, California​

I have watched Jil create amazing spaces and designs for over 11 years now. So naturally when I recently purchased my condo in Vancouver, there was no hesitation who I wanted to work with to conceptualize my dream home. Jil’s vast knowledge of colour and textures helped me choose the perfect combination of paint, tile and flooring that not only complimented each other but also inspired furniture choices. The furniture recommendations made by Jil have been brilliant and uniquely suited to my tastes. I was thrilled to receive mood boards that allowed me to visualize the final outcome. I am extremely excited to move into what will truly be my new “home”. Jil is a true professional with expertise in all aspects of interior design and I highly recommend her services.
-  Betina Martell, North Vancouver, BC

I hired Jil to do a lighting plan for my 900 sq. ft. apartment. I had been trying, to find a lighting designer but either my job is too small or the  New York semi-designers are...difficult.

I sent her a short but detailed brief, a fully measured floor plan and 8 photos. I emailed her on Friday, paid her and sent the documents on Monday and had a plan with measurements and lighting specs on Tuesday! ​The plan was so much better than what I received from the first guy I worked with, and the process was so much saner than trying to work with my second N.Y. diva designer. Jil “got” what I wanted and delivered.
NOTE: I hired Jil because her site has the best page about lighting technicalities - for clients - that I found while reading up online. And, of course, because of her reviews.
Anna Stern - New York, New York

​I have been working with Jil Sonia Interiors for over a year now. She continues to blow me away with her skill and amazing customer service.  She is a dream to work with!  
The colours she has recommended are gorgeous - I just pinned them the other night, and got really excited seeing them all side by side! She was great giving her honest opinion about choosing design options that would make our home easy to sell.   ​ 
​I feel so reassured that Jil has my back!
​It's such a weight off my shoulders! Thank you Jil! "
​- Jacquie, Abbotsford, BC

Hiring Jil McDonald of Jil Sonia Interiors was the best decision we made, she is extremely skilled at what she does.  Jil gives her clients 150% effort and customer service. She promptly attends to emails and welcomes feedback. She is very easy to work with. I think her biggest strength is her attention to detail. Every piece we ordered through her was PERFECT and by this I mean richness of color, depth, dimension - EVERYTHING . She nailed it every single time!   I would highly recommend Jil Sonia McDonald"
- K.M., Surrey, BC

Jil Sonia McDonald is one of the loveliest people I have had the pleasure of working with. Broad-minded and steadfast in her expertise, her exceptional work ethic, skills, and cheerful attitude make working with her a pleasure. Jil is an organized perfectionist and has no problem working hard when needed to get the job done. No matter how complex the problem is, she will always come up with a brilliant, elegant, and cost-effective solution. Jil possesses a winning combination of solid design skills & business sense, and I would have no hesitation in collaborating with Jil again in the future or recommending her to other design clients."
​- Jena Kakulphimp, Vancouver, BC

​Jil provides the best interior design solutions for her customers. Many designers take a cookie cutter approach, Jil doesn't. I know the attitude she takes with me is the same attitude she brings to all her projects."
- Patricia Kramer, Vancouver, BC

I am so happy that I found and used Jil Sonia Interior Designs. Her online, virtual services are outstanding. Right from Day 1 and lasting over several months, Jil listened to my requests, responded promptly and provided excellent recommendations. I have been so pleased with all her suggested pieces and changes for making my living room shine again. I couldn't have done it without her. And it all happened during Covid! 
- C. Anderson, Chilliwack, BC

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Jil Sonia McDonald - Jil Sonia Interior Designs

I came to Jil after seeing her name and awards. I am conducting a condominium renovation in Chilliwack BC, slated to begin in April of 2020. I was new to this and thought it was going to be a daunting task, as I did not live in the area. She took the bull by the horns, hired the contractors and ordered the building materials for me. This proved to be a lot less stressful than I thought it would be. She is very organized and is very willing to work with you, tuning into your tastes very quickly, as well as replying back to you immediately with any questions you may have. Thank you, Jil!"
-Debbie T. North Vancouver, BC

I hired Jil to give me advice on redecorating and I found her to be not only helpful but vitally needed. Whew! If Jil didn't help me, I could have spent a lot of money on something completely unnecessary and not even desirable! 
 Jil has an excellent eye for color and is good at noticing detail.  I might add that I'm a perfectionist and not the easiest person to work with. However, Jil has been more than patient with me. I don't give positive reviews quickly, but she more than deserves this one.
- Shirley Rodriguez, Chilliwack, BC

I am totally admiring the colours and design in my home.  ​​Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making my home so gorgeous!"  ​ ​
 - Patricia Johnson, Abbotsford, BC

I have worked with Jil McDonald on a number of projects. I am impressed with her professionalism, attention to detail, organization and knowledge. 
As a trade, working with a designer that has a solid understanding of building code and what is required by the trades and contractors to get their job done properly, is key in having a project (both large and small) be on time and on budget. This is absolutely the case with Jil. 

Not only do I refer her to clients in a heartbeat, I hired her to help me with my own home. Her ideas were beautiful and perfect for my home.  ​What I liked best about working with Jil was she was able to show me where the best places to invest the extra dollars and the best places to save money. In the end I got a beautiful home that looked like I spent way more than I did. "
– Heidi Nyline, Warline Painting, Vancouver, BC

Jil's interior design expertise gave us the support we needed to feel comfortable to move through the conceptual  interior design stages, on to completion. She is very knowledgeable, responds back to us quickly and is a great communicator. We were thrilled to have her work with us.

I highly recommend her! ​Choosing Jil Sonia Interiors was the best investment we made and I highly recommend her for all your design needs.  Our home was even featured on HGTV! As we move forward to the next project, I will continue to rely on Jil's expertise and support."
– Iris M. Surrey, BC​

​​Paint colour recommendations for interior painting:
Jil helped us pick out colours for the interior of our home. We figured if we are spending the money on painting the whole house, we may as well pay a bit more & be sure we'll be happy with the colours since we really had no idea ourselves. We are so happy with the final outcome, thanks to Jil."
- Catherine Parekh, Abbotsford, BC

​​​​Jil is professional, easy to work with, organized, and is really nice too!  Jil made recommendations that were price sensitive, I was considering a new kitchen countertop and Jil didn't feel it was necessary. She was right - the existing countertop looks great with the changes we made. Jil made significant interior design updates making our home feel fresh and like it truly belongs to us."
–  Sandy Pitkethly, Ft Nelson, BC​​​

​​​I contracted Jil Sonia Interiors for an interior decoration  project for my wife. Jil didn't make me feel undervalued with a lower budget. Everything she helped me pick was amazing. She kept me informed and listened to my input. I went back to her to do a bigger project and her designer choices and help once again were invaluable!"
– Greg Batchelar, Abbotsford, BC​

​​I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Jil Sonia McDonald as an interior design expert. I made substantial renovations recently to a 100 year old heritage home. She did a masterful job and I was extremely pleased. Not only did she handle the interior design and color coordination work but she was instrumental in locating, pricing and selection of materials. Even today, I hear accolades from visitors to the house." 
– Arne Anderson, Regency Park Homes, Mission, BC