Julia Baum
If you could have a second home anywhere, where would you live? Montecito, CA
What are three words to describe your style?
Elegant
Timeless
Sophisticated
Tell us about your childhood bedroom? It was fabulous! Shabby Chic style with white wood furniture, a floral bedspread with lace trim and matching pillows, light green carpet, and with a modern twist of vintage Chanel No.5 posters by Andy Warhol in pewter frames.
What’s the first investment piece you ever bought for your house? A custom console in the manner of Gio Ponti. I love Italian Mid Century design, and I designed and customized a piece reminiscent of Gio Ponti that would fit the space and aesthetic perfectly.
In the history of design, if you could hire any designer other than yourself, who would it be? Jean Michel Frank
No room is complete without personal effects such as photos, items purchased on a trip, or sentimental objects.
People think of me as extroverted and social, but I am really introverted and love my alone time.
Things you omit from
A flower arrangement: Baby’s Breath - Terrible!
An hors d’oeuvre platter: Cheese
A bar cabinet: Stemless wine glasses
A song for
Dinner at home: Anything by Al Greene
Working at your desk: Ventura Highway by George Martin
Going for a run: Higher Love by Kygo
Biggest Vice? Levain Oatmeal Raisin Cookies.
If you were on an Ambien high and internet shopping, what would you buy? A complete Puiforcrat Art Deco Tea Set https://kneenandco.com/product/puiforcat-loya-art-deco-1927-tea-and-coffee-service/
Do your clothes reflect your design sensibility, if so, how? Yes, I tend to wear lots of neutrals and timeless silhouettes (think black slacks with a mule and a cashmere crew neck sweater). I rather buy one amazing sweater that is high quality and will last forever than a bunch of items at a lower price point. My design sensibility is very much about steering away from trends, focusing on classic silhouettes, and high quality materials.
Who is your star crush? I haven't had one in a while, but for many years it was Christian Bale.
What is the thing you would never do on a project, but don’t detest when you see others do it? Never say never!
What design book do you find yourself going back to again and again? Rose Uniacke at Work
For posterity, what would you like your work to be known for? Timeless elegance that is also comfortable.
A Few Favorites:
Movie: The Parent Trap
Book: Harry Potter- I'm a nerd!
Scent: Tea Tree & Eucalyptus
The fabric you always come back to: Anything and everything Holland & Sherry.
Dream project: An old English Country estate. I would love to step outside my comfort zone and go full country aesthetic.
Meal: Breakfast
Drink: Spicy Marghareita
Hotel: Mezzatore
Travel Destination: Ischia! See above.
Artist: David Hockney
A cause near and dear to me: Anything that supports women's health and fertility.
Thing to collect obsessively: Dishes / Home Entertaining Items
Era in the history of design: French Art Deco
Museum: Musee L’Orangerie
Benjamin Moore Paint Color: Cotton Balls
Favorite person to follow on Instagram: Ladies of Madison Avenue
Dogs, Cats, or No Pets? No pets! Ever…
