The quiet elegance of this home reflects the sophisticated style of the homeowner. The mood begins at the entrance with the elegant crystal and gold chandelier. The gold metallic cork wallpaper in the dining room creates a warm glow for dinner parties. Hand knotted Tibetan rugs create a peaceful, earthy atmosphere throughout the home. The oversized sectional in the tv room seats a crowd comfortably for any football game or movie. We all want to be guests...
Rugged yet luxurious this retreat adapts to a weekend crowd of guests or is cozy for just the family. TV hides remotely in the chest by the fireplace, Tibetan rug defines the living space in an open floor plan. Two chairs tucked in a corner of the master bedroom provide a reading corner for those who have to get away from all the fun. Most furniture, rugs, window treatments, lighting, custom design from JML. Photos by Randolph Ashey “We loved working...
Deep breath, relax. The renovation of this waterfront home included taking down several interior walls, creating an open floor plan and opening up the kitchen for a full view of the water. With a minimalist sensibility, the peaceful, cool taupe and blue color palette of the walls and furniture are warmed up with the warm earth-tones in the rug. The homeowner took an active role in the redesign as well. The curved cherry chest, round end table and columns...
Having helped many clients with kitchen renovations over the years, I’ve always wanted to design the perfect kitchen for myself. A year ago I bought a house with a small outdated galley kitchen and fulfilled my dream. Shown here are the “after photos”. My blog will tell the story of the process of my own journey in renovating a 1938 “fixer upper” in South Portland, Maine. Slide Show + -Full...
Some clients want natural, peaceful surroundings, some are energized by COLOR! Here are a few projects done for people who want to surround themselves with the great energy inspired by color. And for those who like the absence of color, shades of cream, grey, charcoal and black will find peace and order within. “Joanne helped us totally transform our house. Each room now has great colors, furniture, lighting and warmth. She created spaces that are...
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every home should be a place of refuge, a source of peace and inspiration, and be a gathering place for family and friends.JML Casual Home Design is a small individually owned interior design firm, located in South Portland Maine. JML specializes in creating warm, comfortable, casual living spaces reflecting the client’s lifestyle, taste and personal budget. For over 20 years I have traveled internationally as a home furnishings product and interior home designer. Primarily working in Maine, I have designed and furnished homes in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Connecticut, California and Puerto Rico.
Whether you are building or furnishing a new home, moving from out of state, downsizing, renovating or preparing your house for the market, my comprehensive design services will save you time and money in the long run.
My goal as an artist and business woman is to be remembered by each client as approachable, trustworthy, respectful of their time, opinion and budget with a passion and wealth of experience in the world of design.
As a full service Interior Design business Joanne takes care of every detail of the project. From the floor plans, material selection, colors and lighting design to sourcing furniture, rugs, window treatments and artwork, Joanne does the legwork and coordination to make it all happen.
“Joanne helped us totally transform our house. Each room now has great colors, furniture, lighting and warmth. She created spaces that are really enjoyable. The best part of working with Joanne is that she figured out our taste and worked with that (rather than imposing her preferences), did all the shopping (I didn’t spend 5 minutes in a furniture or paint store) and made the house look great without it looking like I had hired a designer. My only regret is that I didn’t find Joanne 10 years ago.” - Nancy & Mike, Portland, ME