Giuliano Designs

07/24/2026

If you’re hesitant to commit to color, let the backsplash do the talking. Cabinetry is one of the biggest investments in a kitchen, while tile is much easier to update down the road. Choosing a soft sage, rich blue, or warm terracotta backsplash lets you bring personality and depth into the space without locking yourself into a look for decades. If your style changes in 10 years, replacing tile is far simpler and more cost effective than replacing an entire kitchen. It’s a great way to add personality while keeping the foundation timeless.

Cabinetry - KraftMaid Cabinetry in the Dove White paint in the Lyndale door style.

Cabinetry Hardware - Top K***s

Countertop - Cambria Natural Quartz Surfaces

All materials purchased through Nicolette’s Design Studio design studio in Southold.

07/22/2026

A timeless primary bathroom designed for a beautiful home in Quogue. Our client wanted a space that would feel serene today and just as beautiful years from now. Soft natural textures, warm brushed nickel finishes, and a clean, understated palette come together to create a private retreat that feels both elevated and effortlessly livable.

02/18/2026

Mixing dark woods with light woods is one of the easiest ways to add texture, dimension, and real layered depth to a space. There’s this idea that you have to commit to one wood species or stain, but that’s not actually how good rooms work. You can absolutely mix and match, as long as the tones play nicely together.

White oak is a great example. It pairs beautifully with ashy browns, charcoal leaning stains, and even black. When the undertones align, the contrast feels intentional instead of chaotic, and the space ends up feeling richer and more collected rather than flat.

02/17/2026

The living room lacked character, and the fireplace felt flat and disconnected from the space. To add dimension and depth, we bumped out the fireplace and stepped back built ins on either side to create a layered architectural moment. We used drywall to form soft arched cavities for the built ins, keeping the cabinetry itself simple and clean so the architecture could do the heavy lifting. Wallpaper lined the backs of the bookcases to add warmth and interest, paired with wall to wall floating shelves. The final step was thoughtful styling to bring everything together and make the room feel finished, intentional, and lived in.







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02/16/2026

Our sand and sage coastal primary bedroom vibes. We created a double board and batten accent wall painted in Gray Cashmere by Benjamin Moore, which is not gray at all. It’s a soft, beautiful green. Proof that coastal doesn’t have to mean blue. This room is all about warmth, texture, and calm with layered neutrals, gentle greens, and natural finishes that feel relaxed but intentional.

02/15/2026

See how easy it is to get a soft coastal look without blues? We leaned into sandy tones and warm beiges, layered with soft greens on this Riverhead project. Calm, coastal, and not a navy stripe in sight. 😍

02/14/2026

Soft coastal does not have to mean blue.

There is something quieter and more layered about bringing green into the mix. Think gentle sage instead of sea glass. Olive washed with sunlight. Soft eucalyptus against warm whites. It still feels coastal, just less obvious and more elevated.

Pair creamy whites with warm woods that feel natural, not overly finished. White oak, light walnut, rattan, woven textures. Let the materials do the talking. Linen drapery that puddles softly. Textured plaster. Honed stone. A mix of matte and tactile finishes that feel collected, not themed.

Green works beautifully here because it connects to landscape as much as shoreline. Dune grass. Bayberry. Moss on driftwood. It gives the space depth and calm without leaning into nautical clichés.

If you love coastal but want it to feel fresh and a little more grounded, start with green. Layer it with warm woods and natural textures. Keep the palette restrained and let the light be the star.

It is one of my favorite looks for a reason. It feels relaxed, timeless, and lived in without trying too hard.

Cabinets are and it’s Dove White in the perimeter and Serenity on the island.

03/30/2024

I met Marta several years ago with the Southold Mother’s Club. She got me involved and out of my shell with the moms group and was also an amazing sounding board as I struggled with my pregnancy and postpartum, always lending an ear.

She’s been such an incredible member of the community and has helped facilitate so many things that have benefited other families and mamas.

Marta now needs help. She was recently diagnosed with an inoperable level 4 glioblastoma. I can’t even begin to imagine what she and her family are going through. Anything at all would be greatly appreciated.

My name is Sandy, and I am asking for your support to help my sister, Marta… Sandra Martocchia needs your support for Help support Marta Thomas and her family

08/12/2023

Vote for Bentley! If he wins, I will be donating the winnings to a Dachshund rescue. ❤️

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06/09/2023

It’s been a hot moment since I’ve posted. Frankly, I have just not had enough energy to post. Social media has become a chore for me and while I enjoy watching the short films aka reels 🤣 I also have zero capacity to think of any words to write down on posts.

We completed a primary bathroom renovation that went from a very outdated warm palette to a cool serene space. You can swipe right for the before!