Jri design + soft furnishings was set up by Julia in 20002, she heralds from a long line of seamstresses, weavers, upholsterers and designers, she has fond childhood memories of her families interiors shop in Harpenden.
Having studied design and construction of film and theatre costumes Julia went on to work within the film industry as a supervisor and designer. Through this and her interiors work she has gained a deep insight into the history of design, fabrics, textures and colour, something that helps her greatly throughout her work. Julia is happy working on both period and contemporary projects. she is personable, approachable and enjoys a challenge.
Julia, along with her family, have extensively renovated several homes, with an extremely hands on, practical approach. Together, they lovingly, brought a three story Wells town house back to life, transforming it from a uncared-for derelict hostel to a cherished family home. Their seemingly endless hard-work was ultimately repaid, resulting in a tastefully, and comprehensively renovated town house. The house caught the attention of many, with a national television show requesting access to follow the restoration of this previously unloved home, and a number of interior magazines showing interest in photographing the property. When the eventual purchasers visited the home, they noted the clear attention to detail that had been shown throughout the renovation project, this is something Julia displays in all of her work.
Having studied design and construction of film and theatre costumes Julia went on to work within the film industry as a supervisor and designer. Through this and her interiors work she has gained a deep insight into the history of design, fabrics, textures and colour, something that helps her greatly throughout her work. Julia is happy working on both period and contemporary projects. she is personable, approachable and enjoys a challenge.
Julia, along with her family, have extensively renovated several homes, with an extremely hands on, practical approach. Together, they lovingly, brought a three story Wells town house back to life, transforming it from a uncared-for derelict hostel to a cherished family home. Their seemingly endless hard-work was ultimately repaid, resulting in a tastefully, and comprehensively renovated town house. The house caught the attention of many, with a national television show requesting access to follow the restoration of this previously unloved home, and a number of interior magazines showing interest in photographing the property. When the eventual purchasers visited the home, they noted the clear attention to detail that had been shown throughout the renovation project, this is something Julia displays in all of her work.