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Left to right: Caroline Kofol, Jazmyne Simmons, Matthew Quill, Robin Heller and Jen Levy. All portraits: Michael Ventura

Hot Talent

Every year, Home & Design shines a light on up-and-coming designers who have launched firms of their own. Our 2026 lineup includes Caroline Kofol, Jazmyne Simmons, Matthew Quill, Robin Heller and Jen Levy. We spent a day getting to know and photographing these pros at the stunning Ateliers Jacob showroom in Cady’s Alley—their stories follow.

Caroline Kofol

Caroline Kofol Interiors

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Jazmyne Simmons

Jazmyne Design Studio

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Matthew Quill

Matthew Quill Interiors

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Jen Levy & Robin Heller

Surrounded by Color 

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