Faces of the Grand Strand - Jill Heaton Interiors

April 2025
Written By: 
Grand Strand Magazine Staff
Photographs by: 
Scott Smallin

Jill Heaton, Owner & Lead Designer

Jill Heaton has certainly established herself as a highly sought-after home designer since moving to the Grand Strand in 2023, when, as owner and principal interior designer of Jill Heaton Interiors, she moved the home base of her business to the Murrells Inlet area from Lexington, S.C.

The company is a full-service design firm specializing in new construction and renovation. A large part of the company’s success is Heaton’s personable, tailored approach to each project in addition to consistently following an organized, 15- step process that provides structure and clear guidelines for all projects. 

“We work hard in the design phase to nail down all the details so that clients can enjoy a truly complete home,” she emphasizes. “Our most popular service is full home design. We love when a client comes to us with an inspiration board and puts full trust in us to bring their vision to life. From cabinetry drawings and lighting selections to trimmed draperies and metallic grasscloth, we cover it all!”

Each design assignment enables Jill and her staff to work closely with clients to ensure complete satisfaction throughout the process, from utilizing top quality materials to working with experienced vendors.

“Our service is consistent, but our product is never the same!” she explains. “We tailor each design to the client’s style and budget. Our vendors are top quality and the craftsmanship allows for endless customization.”

Jill Heaton Interiors has several “long-term” projects in the works both at the coast and in the midlands, she says. “Working on the Grand Strand often means the project’s desired completion date is April! Everyone deserves the joy of summertime at the beach house.”

Her commitment to the firm’s clients have earned JHI some impressive accolades not only in South Carolina, but nationally, as well.

JHI has been featured in the 11th edition textbook, Housing and Interior Design by Evelyn L. Lewis and Carol Turner Smith, along with recognition by Sherwin Williams for a spectacular closet design.

Jill also is involved in the community endeavors along the Grand Strand. “JHI is a member of the Horry-Georgetown Builders Association and Myrtle Beach Regional Economic Development, and we seek opportunities to sponsor local charity events,” she notes.

In conclusion, Jill asserts that “JHI seeks to attentively serve our clients with effective communication. We are responsive and timely. Connecting with each of our clients on a personal level is our heartbeat. Our clients’ joy in ‘the big reveal’ of installation day is a true reward! We provide intentional design for a beautiful life.”

Jill Heaton Interiors
Murrells Inlet, SC
(803) 638-8287
jillheatoninteriors.com