Why Us

Lee & Kimberley Ellis

At Off The Cape Designs, Lee and Kimberley Ellis bring together decades of experience in remodeling, construction, and design, along with a shared passion for creativity, craftsmanship, and helping homeowners transform the spaces they live in every day. As a husband-and-wife team, they have built their company around a simple belief — that great projects begin with trust, communication, and a genuine understanding of each client’s vision.

Depending on the scope and needs of each project, clients may work closely with Lee, Kimberley, or a collaborative combination of both throughout the design and construction process. Lee brings a hands-on approach rooted in construction knowledge, problem solving, and attention to detail, while Kimberley offers a strong creative perspective with a talent for reimagining floor plans, improving functionality, and designing spaces that feel both timeless and deeply personal. Together, they blend functionality, aesthetics, and practical experience to guide projects from early ideas through completion.

Their appreciation for timeless design and vintage-inspired décor also extends beyond the projects themselves through a curated Etsy shop, where clients often discover inspiration and unique pieces that complement the overall design vision.

Off The Cape Designs was built to offer homeowners a more personal and thoughtful experience — one where communication matters, relationships come first, and every project is approached with care, integrity, and creativity.

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Sophie Barfield

As the daughter of Lee and Kimberley Ellis, Sophie Barfield brings creativity, organization, and a welcoming presence to the Off The Cape Designs team. As Operations Coordinator, she assists with client communication, project coordination, scheduling support, material organization, and the day-to-day details that help projects move smoothly from planning through completion.

Sophie also manages the company’s social media presence while supporting the overall visual storytelling, design coordination, and client experience — helping create an environment that feels both thoughtful and collaborative from start to finish.

At the heart of every project is a commitment to trust, communication, thoughtful design, and creating spaces people genuinely love coming home to.