Meet the Designer and Founder
Hi, I’m Jasmine
Founder and Principal Designer behind Olive + Cedar Design.
First and foremost, my faith in Jesus is at the center of who I am, how I live, and how I approach this business. Olive + Cedar Design was built through prayer, a love for home, and a desire to use the gifts God gave me to serve others well.
For more than a decade, my husband, Thomas, and I worked in EMS. Our jobs could be demanding, unpredictable, and heavy. During those years, I began to understand just how much it matters to have a peaceful place to come home to. Home became where we could finally exhale, lay our heads down at night, and step away from the stress we carried during the day. I believe every homeowner deserves that same feeling when they walk through their door.
My love for beautifully appointed homes began when Thomas and I were newly married. We couldn’t afford the dining tables and console tables I loved, so we learned to build them ourselves. What began as a hobby grew into remodeling our first home, then our second, and eventually helping friends and family with their own spaces along the way.
Through each project, I fell more in love with creating homes that feel warm, functional, personal, and genuinely good to live in. A beautiful home should support the people who live there and offer a sense of peace at the end of the day.
After moving back to my home state of Oklahoma, and after much prayer, study, and encouragement from the people closest to me, I launched Olive + Cedar Design.
Today, I help homeowners create spaces that reflect the way they live and feel genuinely like home, from new construction and whole-home renovations to thoughtfully furnished interiors. My goal is always the same: to create a home you’re grateful to return to.
God bless,
Jasmine Mangin
The Meaning Behind Olive + Cedar
Olive + Cedar Design was born from a love of nature, timeless beauty, and a faith that grounds everything I do.
Both the olive and cedar trees carry beautiful significance throughout Scripture, and each holds a special meaning to me.
The Olive Tree
“But I am like a green olive tree in the house of God: I trust in the mercy of God for ever and ever.”
Psalm 52:8 (KJV)
The olive tree is a symbol of peace, fruitfulness, and God's provision. It reminds me of the biblical landscapes where Jesus walked and the Garden of Gethsemane, where He prayed before His crucifixion. To me, it represents a life rooted in faith, grace, and trust in God's plan.
The Cedar Tree
“The righteous shall flourish like the palm tree: he shall grow like a cedar in Lebanon.”
Psalm 92:12 (KJV)
Throughout Scripture, cedar represents strength, endurance, and beauty. Its wood was used in the construction of Solomon's temple, and for me personally, it also serves as a reminder of the cross and the foundation of my faith.
The Heart Behind the Name
Together, Olive + Cedar reflects more than a design aesthetic. It represents the values I hope to bring into every home I have the privilege of designing: warmth, strength, natural beauty, and thoughtful details that stand the test of time.
My faith is the foundation of my life, and while Olive + Cedar Design welcomes clients from all walks of life, these two simple names serve as a quiet reminder of what matters most to me.
Beautiful homes, thoughtfully designed, with purpose and heart.
Our Design Philosophy
At Olive + Cedar Design, we believe a beautifully designed home should be as functional as it is inviting. Our approach is rooted in understanding how our clients live, what matters most to them, and how their spaces can thoughtfully support everyday life.
We believe the design experience should feel just as considered as the finished home. Through open communication, personal attention, and hands-on involvement, we guide our clients through each phase with care and intention. The result is a home that feels authentic, welcoming, and timeless, anchored in warmth, texture, and thoughtful design.