The Team Behind Your Home
Choosing an interior designer means choosing the people you’ll work with through months of decisions. We bring creative direction, technical knowledge, and careful project coordination to that relationship, along with a close understanding of what you want from your home.
Led by owner and principal designer Jessica Nannery, our Kennebunk team brings together experience in interiors, custom furniture, architectural drawings, art, and procurement. Those strengths work together, from developing the overall design to resolving construction details and getting the final furnishings into place.
We take on a select number of projects so we can stay closely involved. You’ll get to know the people behind your home, and we’ll get to know what matters to you.
Jessica Nannery
Owner + Principal Designer
As Principal Designer at Saltwater Home, Jessica brings more than 18 years of experience and holds a Bachelor of Science in Interior Design from Mount Ida College. She began her career at the Boston Design Center, later managing showrooms, overseeing custom furniture production, and helping launch a retail and furniture studio alongside a renowned Boston designer. Before joining Saltwater Home, she served as Senior Designer and Client Relations Lead at a respected local firm. Jessica has been instrumental in the firm’s growth, known for building lasting client relationships and leading many of Saltwater Home’s most transformative projects.
Christina Hawkes
Lead Designer
With a background in real estate, development, and design, Christina brings a strategic mindset to every project, blending financial insight with creative vision. A Babson College graduate, she spent years in commercial development, loan origination, and corporate relocation before transitioning into interior design. Her experience helps clients make design decisions that elevate a space while supporting long-term goals, from investment properties and commercial interiors to luxury home renovations across Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. Christina’s favorite part of the job? The relationships that grow between the design team and each client.
Rebecca Zub
Drafting + Project Manager
Rebecca is our in-house drafter, bringing technical precision and a deep appreciation for natural design to every project. With a BFA in Interior Architecture and a minor in Photography from Endicott College, she finds constant inspiration in the outdoors. Her work blends light, organic materials, and thoughtful detail to create spaces that feel grounded, timeless, and connected to nature.
Ainsley Luken
Design Associate
Ainsley has been part of Saltwater Home for five years and recently earned her B.F.A. in Interior Architecture from Endicott College. With a natural eye for design and impeccable attention to detail, she approaches every project with thoughtfulness and creativity. Her experience spans all phases of the design process, from concept development to final installation, where she ensures every element feels cohesive, functional, and beautifully executed.
Erica Gammon
Marketing | Design Associate
Erica brings an artist’s eye and a strategic creative perspective to Saltwater Home. With a B.F.A. in Illustration from Maine College of Art and a background in contemporary art galleries, she approaches interiors with a discerning sense of color, composition, and the interplay of art, furnishings, and materials. Alongside her design work, Erica leads the firm’s brand strategy, marketing, and editorial voice, shaping how its work is presented across campaigns, photoshoots, and publication submissions. Her understanding of the design process allows her to articulate what makes each project distinctive, building recognition for the firm and helping prospective clients see the possibilities for their own homes.
Heather Leonas
Operations Manager
Heather began her design career in 2017 with Ethan Allen in furniture sales and design consulting. In 2021, while renovating a historic Bed and Breakfast in Bar Harbor, she moved to MDI and spent a season designing and managing several inns for a local hotel group. She later managed procurement for a designer trade program before launching her own business in 2023, designing and setting up Airbnbs nationwide. Today, Heather brings her hospitality and procurement expertise to Saltwater Home, ensuring every project runs efficiently and seamlessly.
SaRenna Raddatz
Procurement + Logistics Coordinator
SaRenna joined Saltwater Home after earning her B.F.A. in Interior Architecture and Design, graduating Magna Cum Laude in South Carolina. With a strong interest in CAD drafting, residential design, and lighting, she brings both technical skill and creative curiosity to the team. In addition to her experience through studio projects and internships, her time at Saltwater Home has built a strong foundation for supporting our design process from concept to completion.
Allie Garber
Client Relations + Studio Coordinator
Allie spent much of her career in the Boston area, building a strong background in executive support and operations. She thrives behind the scenes, keeping the studio organized and the team supported. From coordinating the studio calendar to onboarding new clients, she brings care and attention to the details that make everyone feel welcome at Saltwater Home.
Allie earned her BA in Communication from the University of New Hampshire.
Outside the studio, Allie loves spending time with her husband, their two boys, and their dog. Having grown up in Kennebunk, she’s happy to be back, raising her own family in the community she calls home.