Amy – Boston
When we think of Melissa and her team, three words immediately come to mind: extraordinary, versatile, and thoughtful. We’ve had the privilege of working with Melissa for 15 years now, and it’s hard to put into words how grateful we are for everything she’s done for us. From the very start, she didn’t just hear what we were saying – she truly listened. She took the time to understand our…
Shira & Robert – Wellesley
Over the past 15 years, Melissa Gulley has provided incredibly detailed design services for our family in two homes, on projects of varied scale and budget. The scope of her services ranged from fully transforming and decorating my master bedroom, baby’s room and living room to design specifications of a three story construction project. Through her questions and time spent with me and my husband, she was able to bring fabrics, furniture…
Maureen & Thad – Weston
Dear Melissa: I want to tell you just how much I have enjoyed working with you over the past few years and look forward to continuing the relationship moving forward. With your patience, the decorating journey will continue on with you. You have brought a refreshing contemporary outlook to designing a distinct style and feel for our home. You happen to have a unique talent for understanding what it is…
Newton Street
Architects of Creativity Our incredible clients are bold, fearless, and always fun! After years of working together, we know how far we can push creatively—and they never fail to surprise us with their appetite for adventure. Every room in their iconic home has been a co-creation of artistic enthusiasm, layering texture, pattern, bold color, and […]
Valerie & Steve – Wellesley
My husband and I had the distinct pleasure of working with Melissa Gulley during a recent project to build our new home. Melissa was an integral and indispensable partner to us during the construction and design process and we credit her with creating a home we cherish. She has a keen eye for detail and the innate ability to bring her clients’ needs, taste and personal style to life. As…
Prospect Street
A Historic Home, Reimagined Owning a historic home means becoming a steward of history. It’s about living in the space while preserving its 150-year legacy, ensuring it stands strong for another 150 years. This home needed a balance of respect and preservation, while also being set free to express its vibrant spirit. Originally built by […]
Jennifer & Bob – Newton
Of the hundreds of decisions we made in our home renovations, the best one was to work with Melissa. She helped us avoid major mistakes and opened our minds to choices we had never considered. Melissa tuned in to our lifestyle and to the era and décor of our house, steering us to choices that are unique to us and our house. She is the ideal decorator: calm, cheerful, responsive…
Erie Avenue
A Historic House with New Life This project, like so many, is close to my heart. I’m incredibly grateful for clients like Abby and Stuart, who feel more like family after nearly 25 years of working together. We first started when their daughters were toddlers, designing a girlie, exuberant bedroom filled with bespoke details. We […]
Anna & Bob – Newton / Florida
We have worked with Melissa for almost 20 years. Melissa has designed three houses for us, one in Newton and two in Florida and she has also worked with many of our friends over the years. She is a great person and wonderful to work with. She is trustworthy, deeply thoughtful, kind, smart and funny as well as organized, professional and a great problem solver. As you can imagine…
Day Street
Flow Follows Function This vibrant and delightful family needed spaces that felt stylish yet completely accessible for their three young daughters. The open layout was designed to flow effortlessly through color and purpose, perfect for lively playdates filled with Barbies and games but easily transforming into adult-friendly areas. These versatile, connected spaces are energetic, funky […]