About Julea - Curating the Story of Home

I believe a home should be a reflection of a life well-lived—filled with pieces that tell a story. My mission is to help you create a beautiful and functional home that is uniquely you. My design philosophy is simple: I don't believe in tossing everything out and starting from scratch. Instead, I'll help you rediscover the beauty in your existing pieces, artfully incorporating them into a fresh, new look.

At Reinventing Space, Julea employs a unique design philosophy that reflects the lifestyle of the people who dwell within and tells the story of a home. Julea doesn't just style a room; she collaborates with a client to tell their personal story. As a Lifestyle Design Curator, I am a storyteller of space. By thoughtfully blending your personal treasures with new, curated finds, I create a beautiful and intentional sanctuary that feels deeply meaningful. I go beyond simple decorating to craft a home that is both beautiful and deeply meaningful. By carefully selecting every object, color, and texture, I create a bespoke, intentional environment that reflects who you are and enriches your daily life. The result is a long-term sanctuary where every detail tells your story of home.

Whether you're moving up, down, or simply seeking to refresh your current space, I'm your partner in the journey. I'll source unique finds from my favorite hidden haunts and connect you with talented artisans for everything from painting to papering and beyond.

It’s a joy to help clients create a home they’ll truly love, one that is as functional as it is beautiful.

    How I Work

Helping you create the story of home.

I am here to be your educated partner in enhancing, celebrating, and appreciating your home, from curbside to back fence. I believe great interior design doesn't have to be a difficult or expensive process. Instead, I offer stylish solutions that help you make wise decisions for your most valuable investment—your home.

My passion is lending a creative eye and hand to refresh, renew, and reinvent a home with a celebrated new perspective. The goal is to create more than just a beautifully styled space; it's to inspire you to embrace your home to its fullest. Whether you're hosting holiday guests or enjoying barefoot entertaining in your outdoor spaces, your home is your special place in the universe, and it should feel that way.

Meet Julea Joseph: Lifestyle Design Curator & Storyteller of Home

In 1999, Julea was a visionary, launching Reinventing Space and pioneering the emerging field of interior styling and home staging. Her groundbreaking work quickly caught the attention of HGTV, leading to her first appearance in 2000 and extensive media coverage ever since.

Julea believes beautiful home design should be accessible to all. Her philosophy is simple: she partners with you to create spaces that celebrate your unique style, blending old and new, infusing personality and soul. Julea’s influence extends beyond her clients; she inspires aspiring designers and entrepreneurs through public speaking and educational programs, all focused on making home a beautiful and a meaningful sanctuary.

Home Life: The Storyteller of Her Own Home

When not curating spaces for clients, Julea and family lives in a little red ranch nestled in the woods of Palos Park. Her bijou abode is complete with backyard pond, 2 dogs, 2 cats, chicken coop, potager garden. and its latest addition - beehives! Follow Julea’s homemaking adventures with her new venture www.homemakerish.com.

A committed community member, Julea has always volunteered in the Arts serving on the board of Palos Fine Arts since 2000, and assisting in the beautification of McCord Gallery & Cultural Center over the the years.

Home Re-Styling, One Day Room Makeovers, Interior Styling, Home & House Staging, Interior Redesign, New Home or Renovation Selection Consultation, Color Palette Selection, Custom Window Treatments, Shopping & Accessorizing, Seasonal, Holiday and Entertaining Decorating, Model Home Merchandising & Investment Design

Professional Home Staging Certification & Interior Styling Workshops, Training and Education

Serving Chicago and Chicagoland. Southwest, Western Suburbs. Cook, DuPage, and Will Counties. Palos Park, Heights, Hills, Oak Park, River Forest, Burr Ridge, Hinsdale, Woodridge, Orland, Tinley Park, Frankfort, Mokena,  Clarendon Hills, Oswego, LaGrange, Lemont, Downers Grove, Darien, Naperville, Aurora.

Business/Fax:  708.448.7500 Mobile/Text: 708.543.8597  Address: Post Office Box 130 PALOS PARK, IL  60464