WHAT I DO
I help thoughtful, quality-conscious women in transition create homes that feel calm, coherent, and deeply aligned with who they’re becoming.
I do this through a structured, six-stage approach to identity-aligned design. Combining emotional intelligence, sensory mastery, and investment-grade decision frameworks. So design decisions feel steady rather than overwhelming.
This is not about trends or decoration.
It’s about creating a sanctuary that supports your next chapter.
SERVICES
You value beauty, privacy, and quality.
You’re tired of second-guessing decisions.
And you want a home that reflects your evolution, without chaos, pressure, or costly mistakes.
I offer clear pathways to work with me, depending on how much support you want and where you are in your journey.
You’re in the right place if…
“I first discovered Julia’s work nearly ten years ago through A Busy Woman’s Guide: Achieving Style Clarity with Her Home, and later her Designer Home Decor Program. Even now, the principles she taught me have stayed with me.
Years later, when we restyled our home, I applied what I’d learned from Julia, and I’m confident it added around $60,000 to our property value. That alone speaks to the lasting impact of her guidance.
Life has taken me through many transitions since then, and what I appreciate most is how timeless and grounding Julia’s approach is. Her work isn’t about trends. It’s about clarity, confidence, and making intentional choices that truly last.”
— Karen Mastro-Battista
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INTERIOR DECOR COURSE STUDENT
Fiona Humberstone Elevate Program 2019
“It’s been such a pleasure to work with you Julia. Your commitment to excellence, your hard work and your resilience have been seriously inspiring.”
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BRAND MENTORING PROGRAM
Julia has presented several webinars with relation to branding, which have been very useful and engaging. By getting business owners to focus on their values and the emotions behind their brand, and articulating what feelings their brand should evoke and should not, she gets right to the heart. From that foundation. Her work speaks for itself; timeless branding and design.
Davina Borrow-Jones- Lawyer
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BRANDING WEBINAR PARTICIPANT
- Vanessa Johnson, Styleness
Julia seemed to know exactly what was in my head and to help me then deliver it to paper, ultimately resulting in a beautiful refined brand that speaks to our target markets in so many more ways than just with words.
I found Julia to be extremely intuitive.
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BRAND STRATEGY CLIENT
You don’t need to do everything at once.
I’ve designed my services as a clear, staged pathway, so you can begin exactly where you feel ready, without pressure, overwhelm, or over-commitment.
Each option supports a specific stage of your sanctuary journey and builds naturally into the next.
Ways to Work With Me
This is where awareness turns into clear, grounded direction. so, you’re no longer wondering what to do next or where to begin.
Build Foundations
The Sanctuary Starter Kit
Step 2
From vision to completion, you turn your plan into a cohesive design you can live with and evolve.
Design And Complete
a Space
The Sanctuary Design Blueprint
Step 3
This gentle starting point helps you notice where your space no longer reflects who you’re becoming.
Start with awareness
Your (Free) Sanctuary Alignment Guide
Step 1
— Coming End of February
— Launch Date TBC
Creating Guest-Ready Spaces That Command Premium Value
Who I Work With
LUXURY HOLIDAY PROPERTY OWNERS
Elevating Luxury Interiors with Expert Oversight
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
As a designer, you already have the creative vision, but when working with high-net-worth clients, the stakes are high. I offer a strategic second opinion to refine, validate, and enhance your projects—helping you make confident design choices that align with both aesthetics and investment goals.
✔ Design Validation – High-level insights to ensure luxury execution.
✔ Strategic Oversight – Guidance for high-stakes design decisions.
✔ Expert Collaboration – A trusted second opinion to refine project details.
Explore Services for Interior Designers →
Owning a luxury rental, boutique retreat, or private estate means more than just beautiful interiors—crafting an experience that captivates guests, enhances brand positioning, and maximizes return on investment. I provide expert guidance to ensure your property meets the highest design, functionality, and guest appeal standards.
✔ Guest Experience Strategy – Elevate your interiors to enhance bookings and reputation.
✔ Investment-Led Design – Ensure every design decision increases property value.
✔ Refinement & Styling – Create a seamless, effortless, luxury aesthetic.
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Your (Free) Sanctuary Alignment Guide
Awareness turns to direction
You’ll begin by:
Noticing which rooms feel supportive and which feel draining
Understanding how your environment affects your mood and energy levels.
Identifying the one area that feels most "out of sync".
There’s no planning, no budgeting, and no pressure to fix anything yet.
Best for you if:
You want clarity and reassurance before making any decisions.
This guide introduces awareness only.
Deeper planning, design direction, and implementation are explored in the Sanctuary Starter Kit and the Sanctuary Method.
Covers:
Stage 1 — Reflect
The Sanctuary Starter Kit
Builds on the awareness created in Step 1.
Best for you if:
You want a clear plan, a defined style direction, and steady guardrails before spending.
This kit provides focused foundations for one space. Full design, implementation, and long-term sustainment are delivered in the Sanctuary Design Blueprint and the Sanctuary Method.
Covers:
Stage 1— awareness expansion
Stage 2 — Plan
Stage 3 — Envision
You’ll focus on one priority space and create a calm, grounded plan so you know:
- Where to start
- How much to spend
- The overall look and feel you’re working toward
Together, these foundations help you stop second-guessing and start moving forward with confidence.
— Coming End of February
Design And Complete a Space
Best for you if:
You want to complete a room independently, with clear guidance but WITHOUT 1:1 DESIGN SUPPORT OR BESPOKE SERVICES.
This program delivers full practical depth for one space. Broader identity alignment and personalised guidance across multiple spaces are supported in the Sanctuary Method.
Covers:
Stage 4 — Design
Stage 5 — Implement
Stage 6 — Sustain
You’ll learn how to:
- Translate your style direction into a cohesive room concept.
- Choose layout, palette, furniture, and lighting with confidence
- Style the space so it feels finished, welcoming, and easy to live with.
- Maintain and gently evolve the room over time
This is where planning becomes reality.
— Launch date TBC
“I first discovered Julia’s work nearly ten years ago through her Designer Home Decor Program.
Years later, when I restyled our home, I applied what I’d learned from Julia, and I’m confident it added around $60,000 to our property value. That alone speaks to the lasting impact of her guidance.
Even now, the principles she taught me have stayed with me.
— Karen Mastro-Battista - Course Student
Real Results
Karen added around $60,000 to Her property value
Does It Work?
"I was so impressed with the layout and course content. The journey you took me on made me think deeply about my home—it’s so much more than just matching cushions! Working with you will help me find the full stop to the end of my sentence."
— Debbie Moore - Course Student
Real Results
The journey you took me on made me think deeply about my home
Does It Work?
"Thank you so much, Julia, for the chance to be involved in this. I learned a lot and can now incorporate what I've learned into my daily life. I’m very clear about my direction now and will happily recommend this course."
— Anna Butterfield - Course Student
Real Results
Karen added around $60,000 to Her property value
Does It Work?
"I can’t thank you enough for coming into my life! I started out thinking I needed something to make my house feel like home, but now I realise I already have a great house—I just needed to see it through the right lens. I am forever grateful."
— Eldora Schug - Previous Course Student
Real Results
Karen added around $60,000 to Her property value
Does It Work?
