Custom Furniture Design - Interior Design 2016

Hola!! I'm running off to a meeting but will be back later today with a fashion post! I just wanted to share with you that I design a slew of custom furniture as a part of my business. Here is the latest goodie I had made and installed. It's a limed oak dining table, kind of in the modern farmhouse style. See it in the space on my insta page. xx

If you're interested in having a custom dining table or just about anything else designed for your space, feel free to drop me a line! julie@shelterinteriordesign.com

Wood-working by Saltwoods of Boston

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Celebrity Style - In the Kitchen - Interior Design 2016

I have a number of interior design projects in the works, including various stages of kitchen designs. My goal is always to create spaces that feel fresh but also timeless, especially when it comes to kitchens. They are an investment and I never want them to tire quickly.

Today I'm sharing a peek into the world of celeb kitchens. Some of these actresses have since moved but their homes were stunning, non the less. Cheers!

Denise Vasi at home 

 see more here

Kristin Cavallari 

Those windows

Brooklyn Decker

Marisa Tomei

Gwyneth Paltrow

Reese Witherspoon (little peek)

Jennifer Lawrence

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Shelter Loves - Interior Design 2016

Hello, hello and happy Monday. I snuck out of town late last week to go skiing with my kids, it was fun and is getting so much easier now that they both know how to ski down from the top of the mountain. Here is last Friday's edition of "Shelter loves". Enjoy and I hope your week is off to a great start. 

1. I'm feeling limed wood cabinetry lately. See more of this home here via House Beautiful. 
2. These oversized floral earrings are the perfect spring addition for your wardrobe. They would look stunning with a colorful top or dress.
3. Williams-Sonoma's Cuban inspired dish-ware and glasses are fun, fun, fun.
4.  My friend Julia does not know it yet but I am going shopping with her this Spring for cutting garden flowers. These garden roses are so vibrantly layered and full. 
5. I could spend a small fortune on ski gear. Next up on my wish list are these Lindsey Vonn Flight Deck Oakley goggles. I will miss watching the Olympics.
6. Mocs slip off with ease when traveling by plane. The Felize from M. Gemi are available in a number of gorgeous colors.






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Out Door Inspiration - out of the box - Interior Design 2016

We got a little taste of Spring here in Boston yesterday. It's funny how the warm weather shifts my thinking of indoors to out in an instant. Here are some porches, patios, pools and prettiness that are speaking to me! I love the unpredictability of each. 

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via Summer Thornton 

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Shelter Loves... - Interior Design 2016

Today I am sharing my loves from last week. It feels like Sunday anyway, my kiddos are on vacation all week so I am trying to balance work and play. I will be squeezing in a ski trip at the end of the week. Winter gets most of us down. I have Spring on my mind and all the beauty and rebirth that comes along with it, especially the array of floral buds and gardens. 

There is a lot of sadness around the world and in America right now. My heart goes out to all of those in Florida affected by the senseless violence and hate behind the Parkland school shooting. I was moved and very impressed by the young students who had the courage to use their voices to rally behind and for what they believe in: stricter gun control and legislation. I am a mother of young children and I firmly believe something needs to change in our country. What is in place, is NOT working. 

1. Dawn Wolfe's beautiful three dimensional collages are 20% off on One King's Lane today.
2. I have my eye on a number of light fixtures from Ann Morris Lighting. 
3. This grey kitchen feels fresh and clean in Scooter Braun's Cali vacation home. I like the simplicity and also the hardware. The hardware is from Waterworks, be warned, the price point is not for the faint of heart. Image via: Arch Digest
4. How pretty is this floral printed maxi? I find it hard to find fab sundresses that don't break the bank. 
5. Grab these Gucci glasses while they are on sale! I tend to gravitate towards stylish but classic sunnies. 
6. I need to refresh my living room -pillows are in order! This new Schumacher print is on my possible pillow choice print list!!
7. The slide trend is here to stay, you can't go wrong with this Kate Spade version. 




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Love the look - taking flight - Interior Design 2016

I am counting the days down (well my eight year old daughter is) until our Disney trip. I'm excited and a little nervous about having a regimented schedule. I'm one who prefers a relaxing vacation and nothing overly scheduled! Are you heading anywhere to escape the cold this winter?? Do you have favorite travel items? Here are mine:

I choose comfort when flying. Long gone are my days of trying to impress anyone with my travel outfit. Ha!

1. Tissue tee shirt. I like light tee shirts, opposed to heavy cotton.
2.  How cute are these headphones? I will be chilling out with some music for a bit on the plane.
3. Bring a little piece of home with you this coordinate bracelet. I think I may use the coordinates from my favorite beach or my parent's back yard - (it has a lovely view and will always feel like home to me)
4. I love totes and need one I can throw over my shoulder. I like the striped should strap on the Clare V. version. This canvas one is great too and supports a wonderful cause.

5.  I'll leave Boston in a light jacket.
6. I always travel with a light scarf. I wear them around my neck or as a blanket if the plane is cold.
I find planes are either too color or too hot and rarely "just right" temp wise.
7. I'll be wearing these all week. New Balance sneakers are cute and comfy. This new 696 version is adorable.
8.  Lip balm and hand cream are a must on the plane.
9.  Comfy pants that aren't overly casual looking.
10. I also drink a ton of water in flight and always bring almonds to snack on.
11. I will toss a good book and magazines in my carry on!
12. My phone/music source is obviously on the list too. 






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Flower Power - Ashley Whittaker - Interior Design 2016

With Spring around the corner I've got color and prints on my mind! I adore the cheer color brings to just about anything. I often use punches of color or even subtle sophisticated hues in my work to add dimension, interest and always a hint of drama. Ashely Whittaker created a stunner here, she mixes textures, pattern and color perfectly in this Connecticut weekend home! The beautiful floral prints and wallpaper make this bathroom sing!! Images via House Beautiful. Photography: Read McKendree

This breakfast room is stunning!

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