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Before and After by Apartment Therapy

“Designer Julia Newman of Julia Adele Design worked with her Long Beach, California, clients to transform their previously ‘cave-like’ kitchen and dining area into spaces that would better serve their family on a daily basis. Sure, the hybrid room was large, but the cabinetry was dark and heavy and didn’t reflect the aesthetic of the home owners at all. The layout, while open, also felt disjointed. So in addition to improving the look of the rooms, one of Newman’s chief goals for the project was to better delineate the kitchen from the dining space.” Continue Reading…

Warmth & Character in a West Hollywood Bachelorette Pad by Rue

“‘This home is on the border of West Hollywood & Hollywood,’ interior designer Julia Newman, founder of Julia Adele Design, tells us. ‘This area is all about individuality!  Just driving down the client’s street you see so many different and eclectic styles. People aren’t afraid to be bold and show their personality through design.’” Continue Reading…


A Designer Celebrates a Small Space By Maximizing Its Potential by Southbay Home

“‘When you walk through the front door, I wanted something that would immediately catch the eye as well as serve a practical purpose,’ shares interior designer Julia Newman Pedraza. She started with a custom entry table to play off the wood elements in the home. The space was further enhanced with a chandelier to accentuate the unique moldings on the ceiling.” Continue Reading…

Furnishing Hope, which provides furniture to wounded warriors by ABC7 News

“It was a day of transformation for the team at Furnishing Hope, a nonprofit that helps wounded veterans.Beth Phillips, who founded the Orange County-based nonprofit, explained their purpose. ‘Furnishing Hope believes that the condition of the home has an influence on the happiness and productivity of everyone in that home. Healing starts at home," she said.’” Continue Reading…

This Sun-Drenched California Home Perfectly Blends Antique and Contemporary by My Domaine

“When designing a sun-drenched home in Playa Vista, California, Julia Newman of Julia Adele Designs had the opportunity to help her clients start anew while marrying contemporary and traditional styles. “Although the space is not small, it was downsizing for the client,” Newman explains. ‘Their previous home was very large and traditional. The furniture reflected this, and therefore was too heavy and dark for the new modern space.’”  Continue Reading…

22 Timeless Bathroom Designs That Will Never Go Out of Style by The Spruce

“Black and white checkered flooring is also another winning choice. "It conjures up vintage glamour vibes but it can be paired with modern tiles and vanities," Julia Newman, the founder of Julia Adele Design, says. In terms of backsplash material, both designers agree that subway tile is a timeless pick for the bathroom.” Continue Reading…

Designer’s Choice: Julia Newman by Southbay

“When she’s not in her studio or on-site working on retail, residential and landscape projects in Manhattan Beach, Playa Vista and beyond, El Segundo–based interior designer Julia Newman—owner and head designer of Julia Adele Design—shares her local go-to design resources and places to recharge and reset.” Continue Reading…