THE HOUSE ON LAUREL MANIFESTO
The art of living beautifully.
We believe a beautiful life is made up of ordinary moments.
A slow morning with coffee. A table filled with friends. Fresh flowers, favorite books, a room that feels just right.
We believe home should be a place to exhale. A place to gather, to create, to celebrate, and sometimes, to do absolutely nothing.
We believe in balancing the busy days with the slow ones. In making room for spontaneity, finding joy in familiar rituals, and appreciating the little things that make everyday life extraordinary.
We believe the most interesting homes are collected, not perfected. Filled with pieces that tell stories, things gathered along the way, and reminders of the people and places we love.
We believe creativity is meant to be shared. That inspiration can come from anywhere, that good ideas grow through conversation, and that surrounding ourselves with curious, creative people makes life richer.
We believe in opening our doors, pulling up another chair, supporting our neighbors, and finding reasons to celebrate the everyday.
We believe beauty doesn't have to be expensive. Good design should be approachable, personal, and above all, lived in.
And we believe the ultimate luxury is having a home and a life you truly enjoy.
Live beautifully.
House On Laurel
Christine & Julie
HOW IT ALL STARTED
We met on the first day of kindergarten, our oldest sons in tow, and quickly discovered a shared love of interiors. What began as a casual conversation turned into hours spent talking about homes, design, and all the little details that make a space feel special. Years of friendship followed, along with a shared dream.
Somewhere along the way, we realized we shared more than a love of interiors. We believed that good design shouldn't be reserved for a select few, and that the greatest luxury is simply having a home you love spending time in.
With backgrounds in fine art and graphic design, and the hands-on experience of building our own homes, we eventually decided to turn that passion into something more.
Our first opportunity came when a dear friend trusted us to stage her real estate listing. Years later, we found ourselves styling that same friend's home on Laurel Street. It was a full-circle moment, and the inspiration behind our name.
What began with a love of creating beautiful, livable spaces has grown into something more. House on Laurel is now a place to share the things we love, the stories behind them, and our belief that beautiful living is found in the everyday.
Today, you'll find House on Laurel in two places close to our hearts—Northport and East Hampton—where we continue to bring together thoughtfully collected home goods, creative ideas, and interior styling services that celebrate individuality.
We're glad you're here. Thank you for being part of our story.
We'd love to be part of yours.
—Christine and Julie
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