Business Details
Your Trusted Interior Design Partner in San Francisco
Juliana Carlsen Interiors is a residential interior design firm dedicated to creating spaces that nurture well-being and adapt to evolving lifestyles. With over two decades of experience, we specialize in crafting personalized environments that reflect our clients' unique identities and needs. Our approach combines global inspiration drawn from decades of travel with deep expertise in interior architecture, custom upholstery, and lighting design. We serve Marin, San Francisco, Sonoma, Napa, and the Monterey Bay Peninsula, with out-of-state projects considered upon request.Our practice emphasizes long-term client relationships, ensuring homes evolve alongside their inhabitants. Education at UC Berkeley Extension and the Institute of Art in San Miguel de Allende informs our design philosophy, which prioritizes both aesthetics and functional adaptability. Client testimonials consistently highlight our professionalism, creativity, and commitment to exceeding expectations through meticulous attention to detail and a collaborative process tailored to individual preferences.
Services
Interior Design
Custom Upholstery
Window Treatments
Flooring Solutions
Paint & Wall Finishes
Lighting Design
Interior Architecture
Kitchen & Bath Design
Library & Home Office
Additions & Remodels
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized design solutions tailored to your evolving lifestyle needs
- Our global design inspiration spans 40+ countries and diverse cultural aesthetics
- We maintain long-term client relationships through adaptive, future-focused design
- Our team provides meticulous attention to detail in every project element
- We prioritize integrity through transparent communication and client-first decisions
What people say
Highly professional
Talented and creative
Positive and upbeat
Exceeded expectations
Attention to detail
Services
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates personalized living spaces that evolve with your lifestyle. We combine global influences with functional requirements to craft environments that nourish well-being. Clients benefit from our 20+ years of experience in residential projects across Northern California, with a process that adapts to your desired level of involvement while maintaining strict attention to detail and design integrity.
Kitchen & Bath Design
Specialized kitchen and bath design solutions that balance aesthetics with practical functionality. Our expertise includes space planning, material selection, and fixture specification to create timeless spaces. Clients receive tailored recommendations based on extensive industry knowledge and a deep understanding of how these spaces function within modern homes across Marin and San Francisco.
Interior Architecture
Comprehensive interior architecture services addressing structural modifications and spatial optimization. We specialize in creating harmonious layouts that enhance livability while maintaining architectural integrity. Our approach considers long-term adaptability, ensuring spaces continue meeting clients' needs through different life stages across the Bay Area's diverse residential environments.
Custom Upholstery
Custom upholstery and furniture design services that blend comfort with distinctive style. We work with premium materials to create bespoke pieces tailored to your aesthetic preferences and functional requirements. Our expertise in fabric selection and furniture construction ensures durable, beautiful results that complement overall interior schemes in both traditional and contemporary homes.
Lighting Design
Strategic lighting design that enhances both ambiance and functionality. We develop layered lighting solutions incorporating natural light optimization and curated fixture selection. Our approach creates dynamic environments that adapt to different activities and moods, with expertise in both modern and classic lighting applications across various residential settings in Northern California.
People
Juliana Carlsen
Owner & Lead Designer
With over 20 years of experience, Juliana Carlsen specializes in creating adaptive residential interiors that reflect clients' evolving lifestyles. Her global design perspective, informed by extensive travel and education at UC Berkeley Extension, emphasizes beauty, functionality, and personal expression.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Marin, San Francisco, Sonoma, Napa, and the Monterey Bay Peninsula. We consider out-of-state projects on a case-by-case basis.
What design styles do you specialize in?
Our approach blends global influences with personal expression, working across traditional, modern, and eclectic styles to create spaces that reflect your unique identity.
How involved will I be in the design process?
We adapt to your preferred level of involvement, from complete collaboration to full project management, ensuring your vision and preferences guide every decision.
Do you handle full home renovations?
Yes, we specialize in comprehensive interior architecture projects including kitchen and bath design, library additions, and whole-home remodels across Northern California.
What makes your service unique?
Our commitment to evolving design solutions that grow with your lifestyle, combined with global inspiration and meticulous attention to detail, creates truly personalized living spaces.
