It is with profound sadness that the family, colleagues, and friends of Blaine Johnson share the news of her passing. Blaine was the co-founder and partner of the respected Chicago design firm JP Interiors, widely recognized for its refined, timeless approach to residential design and renovation. In 1991, Blaine and her business partner, Karen Pearson, transformed their shared love of antiques and sophisticated interiors into a full-service design studio serving clients across multiple states.
Over more than three decades, Blaine helped define the firm’s signature aesthetic—sourcing vintage furnishings, textiles, and art, and guiding complex residential projects distinguished by custom millwork, layered materials, and thoughtful craftsmanship. Blaine’s career began in the antiques world, where she cultivated the discerning eye that became a hallmark of her work. Colleagues and clients alike remember her for her elegant design sensibility, her unwavering commitment to quality, and her gift for creating interiors that were both beautifully curated and deeply livable. She approached each project with sensitivity, ensuring that every home reflected the life and aspirations of the people who lived in it.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Blaine leaves behind a legacy of meaningful relationships—with clients, artisans, vendors, and the talented design team she helped build at JP Interiors. Under her collaborative leadership, the firm forged enduring partnerships with skilled craftspeople, enabling the creation of homes celebrated for their detail and integrity. Information regarding memorial services, surviving family, and charitable initiatives in her honor will be shared by the family at a later time. Today, Chicago’s design community mourns a creative leader whose influence will be felt for years to come.
