When it comes to home décor, the key to a jaw-dropping and harmonious final product is the mindfulness behind every detail. John Forslund and his husband initially opened Unjumbold during the height of the pandemic as a home goods and design store, but that thoughtfulness they offered each client was soon met with requests for customer-facing, personalized design work.

Kitchen and bath remodels quickly grew to become full, top-to-bottom design-build construction. After more than a decade of experience in both flipping homes and real estate, it's no wonder why Unjumbold has made such a positive impression so quickly. After all, taking a design-minded approach to construction requires a keen eye that is difficult to imitate.

Never subcontracting, their exclusive in-house team and expert construction crew guide their clients through the whole process, until their dream design comes to fruition. They also know that every project is unique, and approach each with a methodical approach and radiant passion for the art of interior design. Utilizing hand-picked tradesmen across all fields, no detail, however small, is left untouched until everything is flawless.

"I don't really design what's on trend. I design what I love, and I think our clients come to us because they love our vision and our aesthetic," Forslund says.

Unjumbold's Instagram not only showcases these stunning and one-of-a-kind aesthetics, but also provides aspirational inspiration. The Forslunds know firsthand what it's like after building their own custom home – all while working on multiple other builds – and can both empathize with and find solutions to common renovation headaches.

"We live what we preach. I don't just tell you about renovation and tell you what it's going to be like – I actually do it for myself, as well. I do my own projects with my own crews… We've gone through the entire process that we've put our clients through, start to finish, from acquiring the property to the full architect plans for the full renovation, remodel and addition," Forslund explains.

Once clients entrust Unjumbold with their vision, they are often inspired to expand the project after witnessing the bespoke design and the ardent consideration displayed by the Forslunds and their teams. Forslund describes one such example by recounting a renovation ranking among his favorites.

"What started out as simple cosmetic renovation over the past seven months has blossomed into a full-gut, whole-home makeover. I mean, from the flooring all the way to the drapes, every aspect of this home is new. It is a full-throttle, seven-day-a-week job where not a square inch has gone untouched," he says. "Every aspect has smart home features, is eco-friendly. The client really cares about where the products are made and how they will impact her life and her footprint moving forward. So that project has become really special."

While investing in each client's visual needs is vital, their dedication extends to their cognizance of their clients' lifestyles, providing a seamless process. Unjumbold allows Hoboken and surrounding areas to have access to design and functionality formerly typically only achievable on HGTV.

"You don't have to worry about making all these decisions and dealing with multiple people, and people showing up late, and not knowing where your crew is, and making sure your electrician finishes so your tile guy can go – that's not what you come to us for, right? You come to us to not have the headache of home remodeling," Forslund affirms.

Unjumbold has already earned a reputation for leaving clients awestruck with construction that they can enjoy on a personal level, but its team is also capable of dazzling homeowners by transforming outdated structures in dire need of repair with a full-scale custom construction that is simultaneously visually appealing while achieving modern functionality.

No matter the project, Forslund regards each space with the utmost respect, finding a balance between rejuvenation and integrating a design that will be harmonious with the rest of the home and surrounding area.

"I want you to walk into a space that I've designed and renovated and feel like it was always there and always meant to be there. Even if it is brand new and the rest of your house is not, we want it to still feel like it belongs."

State-of-the-art management and design expertise provide stellar quality during a design's conception through the post-construction support that they offer. With expert eyes and extensive experience, Unjumbold masterfully tackles color palettes, lighting, placement, finishing, new technology, energy-efficient implementations, permitting and regulatory compliance and more, covering every fathomable facet of any home project.

Unjumbold
Hoboken, N.J.
(917) 796 - 8661
IG: @Unjumbold
Unjumbold.com

Published (and copyrighted) in House & Home, Volume 24, Issue 3 (January/February 2024)
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