About Us

Are you a down-to-earth, approachable professional who is looking for a new & refreshed interior space? A space with a cohesive design plan that speaks to your personal aesthetic and serves your lifestyle?  You're not sure how to get there and would like a design & decorating partner?

Terrific! Together we can make it happen.
 

At Citrus Design Style, our approach can be captured in 3 words:

Bold  Method  Connection

Bold - Thinking outside the 'white space’ is our sweet spot - we love to explore the kaleidoscope of colour, pattern & texture the world offers.  We will be adventurous in our design and encourage you to come with us on the journey outside of your comfort zone. Don't worry, when your project is complete, it will have been worth it! (this is the artsy part of what we do)


Method - Design and decorating are fun and terrific however, without detailed processes, the wheels just might fall off.  We have streamlined practices in place to keep projects on track and you informed. (this is the science part of what we do)


Connection - We appreciate how important a natural connection is in cultivating authentic relationships. This allows us to create meaningful experiences together. (and it's important that we have some fun along the way)

Our philosophy is simple:

  • We believe that beautiful and functional spaces should be approachable and within reach for everyone.
  • We agree with the American designer Billy Baldwin (1903-1983) who said " Be faithful to your own taste, because nothing you really like is ever out of style."
  • Align your financial resources with design & decor elements that will last.
  • Transforming your home should be an enjoyable experience.

Hi I’m Julia and I love to create beautiful & functional spaces.

That may sound like a cliché, but it’s absolutely true. Interior design & decorating was an unanswered passion of mine for a long time. My family and friends have called me a “creative” person for most of my life and so, finally, I have surrendered to the call. The very public arena of design – a creative space that has always excited and inspired me – is my new, true home

I spent 25 years designing, creating and managing both large and small corporate meetings and travel incentive programs. These events were designed to both reward people and wrap them in an immersive experience of luxury and style. Event Management is both an art and a science. It’s the artful ability to conceptualize an idea that creates a unique experience combined with the smart science of managing the countless details that bring the vision to life. Enter interior design & decorating.

I believe that the essence of my design approach is in helping people discover and embrace their true and personal style. Once that is established, I can put on my business hat and funnel the many, many available choices and seamlessly bring it all together.

Styling cues for me have always been inspired by nature. (I know that sounds like a familiar tune, but it’s true!) 

I live on 100 beautiful acres in southern Peterborough County, so I have lots of nature to be inspired by.

I find joy in the fact that nature blends, nurtures, soothes and beckons. And your personal spaces should too.


9 fun facts about me...

                                                       If I could live anywhere (other than my current address!)….  Spain

                                                                   My favourite design style... mid century modern meets contemporary

An artist I follow... Josh Agle (a.k.a Shag)

I love wine and have a level 1 Sommelier certification

The food I dislike the most… Hotdogs.... followed closely by Brussel sprouts

You’re likely to find me wearing… Jeans, a comfy top and shoes other than high heels

My current favourite vacation… Safari in Kenya

                                                           Guilty pleasure… Sipping a Starbucks tea while browsing through home furnishing stores


                                                     Greatest loves… My wonderful husband, our dog & cat

                                                               

                                       

                                          Let us help you create your dream home.