Interior Design That Feels Personal, for Where You Are Now

Bright kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with a marble countertop, pendant lights, and windows with blinds.

Wooden kitchen cabinetry with glass-front upper cabinets, white marble countertop with a coffee maker, and a small cookie on a plate. Open living area with large windows in the background.

Bright kitchen with wooden cabinets and a round dining table near windows, decorated with a plant and a flower arrangement.

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, white marble countertops, a window with bamboo blinds, and a kitchen island with bread and knives.

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, marble island, and pendant lighting, featuring appliances and a potted plant.

Bright living room with beige sectional sofa, wooden coffee table, large area rug, built-in window seat with cushions, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, with glass doors leading to a patio.

A spacious living room with a large beige sectional sofa, a brown ottoman coffee table, a green armchair, and a window seat with cushions. Decorative lamps, artwork, and plants adorn the room, with built-in shelves and glass doors leading outside.

Cozy living room nook with a large window seat decorated with multiple cushions, flanked by built-in white shelves filled with decorative baskets, books, and decor items. A brown blanket is draped over the seat. Two wooden chairs with cushioned seats

Living room with sliding glass doors leading to a patio, wall-mounted TV, wooden console table with decorative items, large potted plants on either side, built-in bookshelf with decorative objects, light-colored walls and hardwood floor.

White built-in bookshelf with rounded top filled with decorative items such as vases, framed artwork, stacked books, and small sculptures in a room with beige walls and light wood flooring.

A modern walk-in shower with white marble tiles with gray veining on the walls and floor. The shower has a black rainfall showerhead and a handheld shower with black fixtures. There is a built-in niche with bottles of toiletries and a small marble be

A laundry room with a front-loading washing machine and dryer in dark gray, a door with a window, and a patterned black and white floor. Decor items on top include a wicker basket with greenery, glass jars with blue candles, and a woven tray.

Modern kitchen with white upper cabinets, light blue lower cabinets, stainless steel appliances, white subway tile backsplash, and hardwood floors. Decor includes vases with flowers, a wooden tray, and kitchen essentials near the sink.

Modern bathroom with marble vanity, gold fixtures, and a glass-enclosed shower with a window, tiled walls, and a marble hexagonal floor.

A bright white kitchen with a window, white cabinets, a stove, and a large island with bar stools. There are green potted plants on the kitchen island.

A fireplace with burning logs set in a decorative tiled wall, with a potted plant on the left and a candle on a carved wooden stand on the right.

Elegant dining room with a large wooden table, 10 upholstered chairs, modern chandelier, large window with white curtains, Japanese-style folding screen, and artwork on the walls.

A dining room with a round wooden table surrounded by six upholstered chairs. Behind the table are floor-to-ceiling curtains with a subtle pattern. A cluster of contemporary pendant lights hangs from the ceiling, and a piece of framed art is on the w

A dining room with a polished wooden table, beige upholstered chairs, a large potted green plant, and curtains in the background.

Modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a marble island with seating, pendant lighting, a window with woven shades, and stainless steel appliances.

Open kitchen with wooden cabinets, a central island, marble countertops, and pendant lighting, adjacent to a dining area with a wood table, vase with white flowers, and drinking glasses.

Something is shifting.

A new home. A long-overdue remodel. A space that no longer reflects who you are.

I design homes for people who want their space to feel considered, layered, and complete.

Not overdone. Not predictable. Balanced. Refined. Just right.

My clients are discerning, well-traveled, and busy. They value good design and trust the process. They don't want to micromanage. They want a partner who listens, leads, and delivers.

Whether your style leans quiet or bold, I focus on texture, proportion, and warmth so the result feels lived-in and intentional. Beautiful, but comfortable. Elevated, but real.

I serve the San Francisco Bay Area, the Monterey Bay Area, and beyond. I take on a limited number of projects each year. My work often includes primary residences, vacation homes, and full renovations.

Design should feel exciting. Clear. Enjoyable.

I work on a flat-fee basis, so expectations are aligned from the start. No clock watching. No surprises. Just a clear process and shared goal.

If this feels like the right fit, inquire about availability.

The art of living beautifully: where every space feels collected, curated, and completely yours.

Full-Service Design

A comprehensive, start-to-finish service for clients who want the work handled thoughtfully and professionally.

Scope may include space planning, finishes, furnishings, lighting, custom elements, and installation. I manage the details and guide the decisions so the process stays focused and efficient.

Projects are billed on a flat-fee basis. This allows for collaboration without tracking time or second-guessing questions.

We began with a clear scope, a shared vision, and aligned expectations.

Second Homes and Vacation Properties

I work with clients on second homes and destination properties throughout California and beyond.

These projects require clarity, coordination, and trust. I oversee the process so your home is ready when you are, without unnecessary back-and-forth.

The goal is simple.

A place that feels effortless.

A place you actually want to be.

ABOUT

Julie Sautter Interior Design

Thoughtful Design, Led with Confidence

I believe good design starts with clarity.

Clarity about how you live. What's changing, and what you want your home to support now.

My work centers on creating interiors that feel personal and complete. Spaces that are layered, warm, and thoughtfully put together. Never rushed, never formulaic.

I design for clients who value good taste and trust professional guidance. Some lean neutral. Some love color. Either way, the goal is the same: a home that feels grounded, inviting, and fully lived in.

Projects are structured with a clear scope and a flat design fee. This keeps expectations aligned and keeps the work focused on design, not timekeeping.

I take on a limited number of projects each year. That's intentional. It allows for thoughtful attention, strong collaboration, and results that feel right.

If you're looking for a designer who listens closely, leads confidently, and keeps the process calm and enjoyable, we're likely a good fit.

Meet Julie

Services

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Praise & Awards

Jean Siegfried Award 2020

National Design Winner

"Julie is wonderful to work with! She has an eye for detail and color. Julie listened to what I wanted. I especially appreciated how she incorporated some loved pieces (my custom sofas) into the design of our living room and suggested ideas and beautiful fabric selections for updating. She brought sophistication along with a touch of whimsy to her design in accent pieces and pillows. The final design exceeded our expectations, and she stayed within the budget. You can be assured her design will reflect your personality as well as your needs.”

Cynthia T.

"We had the pleasure of working with Julie on our recent home remodel. Julie took great effort to find out our preferred style and color scheme and presented options for us to choose from. Everything was handled very professionally and timely and it was such a relief to find someone that we could trust to capture the results we had dreamed about."

Orla G.

"I had never done a renovation before and I was really nervous. Julie made the design process so easy and fun! She was able to integrate our treasured family antiques in a way that gave us the fresh and contemporary feel we wanted."

Michelle C.

From Keller Williams: Peninsula Estates

Inquire about a Project

If you’re considering working together, I’d love to learn more about your project.

I take on a limited number of projects each year and review all inquiries personally. If it feels like a good fit, I’ll follow up to schedule a conversation.

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Interior Design That Feels Personal, for Where You Are Now

The art of living beautifully: where every space feels collected, curated, and completely yours.

Julie Sautter Interior Design

Thoughtful Design, Led with Confidence

Services

Full-Service Design

Design Only

Designer for the Day

Praise & Awards

"I had never done a renovation before and I was really nervous. Julie made the design process so easy and fun! She was able to integrate our treasured family antiques in a way that gave us the fresh and contemporary feel we wanted."

Inquire about a Project

Julie Sautter Interior Design

julie@juliesautter.com

650-207-9757