I have been working with clients to update their home room by room, bringing a consistent, modern-traditional design throughout the shared living areas of the house. Next up? The Dream Office.

The only constant in life is change. Our lives change and our homes should change with us. Enter the Room Refresh service with Julia DeDecker Interiors. This blog will explain what the Room Refresh process is really like as well as provide some inspiration for a French Country kitchen.

By identifying my design concept and functional requirements I made sure my final dining area is perfect for me and my family to enjoy. Check out this blog post to see the house listing photos, recent dining room update and photos of the final dining room reveal!

Spring is here! Consider which trends you may incorporate as you plan new or refresh the old designs in your home!

Styling the final step in the design process and it is the key to a professional looking space. In this blog post I explain how styling can enhance your design and convince you of its importance in every project.

Why is styling your home important and how to plan ahead to ensure you have the necessary budget to complete this final and necessary stage of design!

How to decorate for Christmas without the clutter. Some tips to consider while decorating this year and a Christmas decor roundup for a traditional Christmas kitchen.

What will that new custom kitchen cost you? Backsplash, cabinetry and countertops- the trade experts provide appropriate ranges for each of these big ticket items to help you plan ahead for you kitchen renovation.

Kitchen renovation in your future? How much will that cost? I break down how to budget for that renovation by providing the first steps necessary to properly estimate costs for your upcoming project.

“But what will it cost?” The subject of my first budget series blog post: Flooring. With input from an industry expert I provide you the numbers you need to know to properly estimate the costs of your upcoming projects.

When you wait 3 years to decorate your new baby’s room… she has some opinions! See the finished space I created for my littler girl (now three) that I blogged about earlier this year here!

Colour and pattern are integral elements of design. Considering how these elements will look together in the same room or from adjacent rooms during your planning phase is a best way to ensure a balanced and consistent design throughout your home. Here is a peak at the choices and future considerations for colour and pattern in my own, currently VERY neutral, home!

Art provides texture, movement, colour and pattern into our designs and that is an important job. No matter if your piece is a meaningful family heirloom, a thrift store find or a store bought canvas- art on your walls can complete your design and make you feel at home.

Part 2 of defining your personal design style provides you a step by step process to focus your deign efforts in order to create a home that is uniquely designed to reflect you and your family.

What is your design style? What do you do when all the textbook answers fall short? You will want to read part 1 and part 2 for the steps to defining your own design style guidelines.

A long awaited update to the original staircase in our home. We painted the staircase and now it fits with our (mostly) updated home.

A round-up celebrating all the details and pastel colours we see trending this year in spring décor! Links to all items included.

The Design Process: Follow along as I create a coastal design board from inspiration to complete design ready for application. A full living room coastal design with links to all items included.