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Julie Schuster Design Studio Wellness focused interior design solutions-not only beautiful, but safe, accessible and functional She would be honored to help you realize your dreams.

A graduate of the prestigious New York School for Interior Design, Julie brings a world of experience to every client collaboration. Interior design has always been a lifelong passion, beginning with the homes and apartments she's lived in from San Diego to Florida and on to her home in New York City. Color and its uses to create mood and harmony are hallmarks of her style, a passion from her years in clothing design. Prior to working in design, she had a successful career as a buyer of fashion merchandise for national department and specialty store chains. Her years in the retail business, as well as a Bachelor's Degree in Business give her an excellent understanding of real life business decisions that must be made every day. "The style of designs I create is dictated by the client and the project. I strive to work in the genre of the client's needs and tastes, rather than dictating my style upon them." Julie has also chosen to use her gifts to give back to her community. As a breast cancer survivor, she worked in both 2010 and 2011 as Project Manager at Holiday House, the holiday-themed designer showhouse in New York City, benefiting the Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer research. While there she collaborated with many of New York's most talented top designers. Julie has a one-of-a-kind expertise, combining her interior design experience and business acumen with her training in the eastern art of Feng Shui. She is certified in Contempory Classical methodology, as taught by Metropolitan Institute of Interior Design, a Gold Medal program approved by the International Feng Shui Guild (IFSG). Her holistic approach will allow you to adjust your surroundings to stimulate your life. This process allows her to help clients realize their life visions and to create spaces that enhance THESE dreams. For distinctive custom interiors which offer exceptional experiences, look no further than interior designer Julie Schuster for unrivaled aesthetics and customer service. She is an interior designer taking the time with each client to determine the best custom interiors for their unique needs.

We love a well-designed banquette!Beyond creating a cozy place to gather, custom banquette seating can make wonderful us...
10/19/2026

We love a well-designed banquette!

Beyond creating a cozy place to gather, custom banquette seating can make wonderful use of an otherwise challenging space. Add beautiful upholstery and the right table, and it becomes a feature all its own.

One of the things we love about kitchen design is the opportunity to bring different materials together.Warm wood cabine...
10/16/2026

One of the things we love about kitchen design is the opportunity to bring different materials together.

Warm wood cabinetry paired with beautifully veined stone creates contrast, texture and a sense of balance without overwhelming the space.

Sometimes it's the combination of materials that makes the biggest impact.

10/16/2026

Color drenching doesn’t have to feel bold
or overwhelming. In fact, it can do the exact opposite.

When the same color is carried across the walls, trim,
doors, millwork and even the ceiling, you remove many
of the visual breaks that can make a room feel busy.
This creates a space that feels more intentional,
immersive and surprisingly calm.

What I recommend?

1 - Choose the color based on how you want the room
to feel, not just what is trending.
2 - Use different paint sheens to create subtle
dimension.
3 - Always test your color in the actual room because
natural and artificial light can completely change how it
reads throughout the day.

Color drenching isn’t simply about painting everything
the same shade. It’s about using color strategically to
make a room feel complete.

Would you color drench a room in your home?

Texture can bring just as much personality to a room as color.Layering materials like linen, velvet, natural wood and st...
10/14/2026

Texture can bring just as much personality to a room as color.

Layering materials like linen, velvet, natural wood and stone adds warmth and dimension, creating spaces that feel inviting without becoming overly busy.
It's one of our favorite ways to add depth to a design!

One of the things I love about incorporating Feng Shui into our projects is how personal the process becomes.We begin by...
10/13/2026

One of the things I love about incorporating Feng Shui into our projects is how personal the process becomes.

We begin by understanding what our clients hope to achieve and how their home can better support those goals. From there, Feng Shui helps guide decisions around color, furnishings and the overall energy of the space.

It's another way to make a home truly your own.

Have you ever walked into a room that looks beautiful, but somehow still feels “off”?That’s one of the reasons I value F...
10/07/2026

Have you ever walked into a room that looks beautiful, but somehow still feels “off”?

That’s one of the reasons I value Feng Shui as part of the design process. It gives us another way to look at balance, energy and how a space supports the people living in it.

Because how a home feels matters just as much as how it looks.
NKBA Manhattan International Feng Shui Guild Interior Design Society, New York City Chapter

One kitchen feature we continue to appreciate is deep drawer storage.Rather than reaching into the back of a lower cabin...
10/06/2026

One kitchen feature we continue to appreciate is deep drawer storage.

Rather than reaching into the back of a lower cabinet, drawers bring everything out to you, making everyday essentials easier to see and access.

A simple choice that supports both function and Living in Place.
NKBA Manhattan International Feng Shui Guild Interior Design Society, New York City Chapter

Color drenching sounds dramatic, but when done thoughtfully, it can actually make a room feel calmer.Carrying one color ...
10/02/2026

Color drenching sounds dramatic, but when done thoughtfully, it can actually make a room feel calmer.

Carrying one color across walls, trim, doors and even the ceiling reduces visual breaks and creates a more cohesive atmosphere.

In our latest blog, we're sharing how to get the balance right, from choosing the color to varying sheen and working with light.

Read more here: https://www.jlsdesignstudio.com/post/how-to-use-color-drenching-without-overwhelming-a-room

Sometimes the best view in a room is actually the view into the next one.We consider sightlines throughout a home so adj...
09/30/2026

Sometimes the best view in a room is actually the view into the next one.

We consider sightlines throughout a home so adjoining spaces feel connected, while still allowing each to have its own purpose and personality.

It's one of those quieter details that can make the whole home feel considered.
NKBA Manhattan International Feng Shui Guild Interior Design Society, New York City Chapter

09/29/2026

I recently had the opportunity to attend the inaugural DesignPoint at the Omni La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, California. A collaboration between NKBA Manhattan & and FORGE created to bring designers and suppliers together in a more personal, intentional way.

Instead of the pace of a traditional trade show, we had curated small group presentations, one-on-one meetings, and meaningful conversations with brands and industry leaders.

I came home with new resources, new relationships, and plenty of ideas for what’s next.
Thank you to NKBA/KBIS, FORGE, the participating sponsors, suppliers, and everyone who brought this experience to life.

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Thursday 9am - 6pm
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