Shelter Interior Design

Shelter Interior Design, LLC is a boutique design firm that specializes in creating layered, functional, inviting, and distinctive spaces for homes and small hospitality businesses. Our team, led by founder Julie Richard, is dedicated to delivering exceptional design services that reflect each client's personal aesthetic and lifestyle. We believe that great design can enhance anyone's life, both functionally and aesthetically, and we strive to provide our clients with cohesive, dynamic environments that are both inspiring and inviting.

Our Design Philosophy

At Shelter Interior Design, we believe that the best rooms have something to say about the people who live in them. Our design philosophy is centered around the idea that each space should be a reflection of the individual or family who occupies it. We achieve this by incorporating a wide range of colors, warm textures, and patterns, as well as a mix of classic and modern elements into our designs. This approach results in comfortable, inviting spaces that are tailored to meet the unique needs and preferences of our clients.

Our Services

Shelter Interior Design offers a comprehensive range of design services to meet the needs of our clients. From initial consultations to project completion, we work closely with our clients to understand their design goals and preferences. Our services include:

• Space Planning and Layout
• Color Scheme Development
• Furniture Selection and Placement
• Lighting Design
• Textile and Pattern Selection
• Accessory Placement and Styling

We also offer e-design services for clients who are looking for a more affordable and flexible design solution. Through this service, we provide personalized design recommendations and guidance remotely, allowing clients to implement changes at their own pace.

Meet Julie Richard

Julie Richard, a Boston native, founded Shelter Interior Design, LLC in 2007. With a master's degree in interior design, Julie has worked with clients from across the country, creating distinctive, personal, and purposeful living spaces. She is gifted with the ability to hear what her clients want and visualize it as well - often in ways that a client couldn't otherwise imagine.

Before starting Shelter, Julie worked for several distinguished high-end interior design firms in Boston; was a design spokesperson for Ace Hardware; and worked in catalog layouts and fashion buying. Her other artistic pastimes and passions include fashion and furniture design, travel, music, fitness, and spending time with her two children.

Our Portfolio

Known for flawlessly integrating texture, balance, proportion, color, and lighting and seamlessly mixing both new and vintage items into her designs, Julie often draws inspiration from styles found in Europe, southern California, and New England. Her interest in history, architecture, art, and mid-century design, as well as her passion for travel, round out her artistic process and lend to the creation of her striking, exclusive designs.

Our portfolio showcases a selection of our recent projects, highlighting our ability to create unique and inviting spaces that reflect the personalities and lifestyles of our clients. From modern apartments to cozy family homes, we have experience working on a wide range of design projects and are confident in our ability to deliver exceptional results.

Our Blog

Shelter is a lifestyle blog that shares an array of inspiration and beauty. From beautiful dessert cakes to vintage style photographs of Jane Birkin, our blog is a platform for us to share our passions and interests with our audience. We regularly post about design trends, styling tips, and our favorite products and brands, as well as behind-the-scenes glimpses into our design process and projects.

We invite you to explore our blog and learn more about our design philosophy, services, and recent projects. We look forward to hearing from you and learning about your design needs.