Meet Jack Ovadia

Founder

Jack Ovadia, founder of Ovadia Design Group, leads an award-winning architecture and interior design firm recognized for its dedication to creating timeless and unique interiors. Most recently, the Luxe Interiors + Design RED Awards 2024 celebrated Ovadia’s “showstopping interior architecture.” Jack’s design philosophy emerges from his commitment to tailoring each space to the lifestyles of his global clientele, crafting interiors that are as sophisticated as they are functional.

With two decades of experience in interior design, Jack draws inspiration from his technical expertise, architectural training, and design knowledge. His portfolio spans residential, hospitality, and community projects, from high-end homes, restaurants, bars, and retail stores. Under Jack's leadership, Ovadia Design Group has designed notable projects, featuring the Wave Resort's "The Bar," developed by Kushner Companies; Teva, a beloved upscale restaurant on the Jersey Shore; and Friedman's, a New York City staple with locations in Chelsea Market and the Upper West Side. Additional standout works involve luxurious family homes on Long Island, refined Brooklyn townhouses, and Toys for Simcha, a Children's Hospital in Israel, among others.

Ovadia’s work has been widely featured in top publications, including House Beautiful, Business of Home, Hospitality Design, Home & Gardens, and more. He is involved in philanthropic showhouse initiatives, such as Design on a Dime and the Hamptons Designer Showhouse. Jack is also a member of the American Society of Interior Designers, which reinforces his core belief that design has the power to change lives.