It is with deep sadness that the family, colleagues, and friends of Blaine Johnson announce her passing. Blaine was the co-founder and partner of Chicago’s respected design firm JP Interiors, admired for its refined and timeless approach to residential design. In 1991, she and her business partner, Karen Pearson, transformed their shared passion for antiques and sophisticated interiors into a full-service studio serving clients across multiple states. Over the next three decades, Blaine helped shape the firm’s signature aesthetic—sourcing vintage furnishings, textiles, and artwork, and guiding complex home renovations known for custom millwork, layered materials, and exceptional craftsmanship.
Blaine began her career in the antiques world, developing the discerning eye that became central to her work. Colleagues and clients remember her for her elegant design sensibility, her dedication to quality, and her ability to create interiors that were both beautifully curated and genuinely livable. She approached every project with care and sensitivity, ensuring each home reflected the lives and aspirations of the people who would inhabit it.
Beyond her professional achievements, Blaine leaves behind a legacy defined by meaningful relationships—with clients, artisans, vendors, and the talented team she helped build at JP Interiors. Through her collaborative leadership, the firm formed lasting partnerships with skilled craftspeople, resulting in homes celebrated for their detail, integrity, and warmth. Information regarding memorial services, surviving family, and charitable initiatives in her honor will be shared at a later time. Today, Chicago’s design community mourns a creative leader whose influence will endure for years to come.
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