Shea McGee has always had a remarkable gift for transforming spaces into environments that feel like both a dream and a destination. Through her eponymous firm, Studio McGee, her lifestyle brand McGee & Co., and her Netflix series Dream Home Makeover, Shea has become one of the most influential voices in American interior design. Yet her most personal and revealing canvas isn’t a client’s mansion—it’s her own family home in Utah.
Image: Hildegard Sofa 90″ $7,454.00, Byron Chair $2,994.00
Living Room: Adding Architectural Interest
The McGee family living room perfectly encapsulates the Studio McGee aesthetic, now refreshed with deeper tones, layered textures, and thoughtful styling. Shea introduced several structural updates that elevate the space:
- Plastered Fireplace: The brick fireplace was plastered over for a cleaner, modern look.
- Tongue & Groove Ceiling: Adds warmth and texture overhead.
- Curved Opening: Separates the living room from the staircase while echoing the home’s exterior brickwork.
Shea also used her own home as a testing ground for new McGee & Co. pieces, blending antiques with pieces in development to see how they function in a family setting.
Dining Room: Adding Visual Drama
Image: Photographed by Lucy Call for Modern Luxury
Orville Extension Dining Table $4,600.00, Sascha Slipcover Dining Chair $1,759.00, Diamond Braided Jute Rug $1,419.00
Shea’s dining room refresh aimed to enhance, not overhaul. Key updates include:
- Half Walls with Sidelights: Provide subtle separation from the kitchen while maintaining flow.
- Pierre Frey Wallpaper: Adds visual drama, growing up and over the windows.
- Orville Extension Dining Table: Complements existing pendant lighting with clipped corners.
- Affordable Cushions from Target Collection: Paired with cottage-style chairs for a cozy, accessible touch.
Pantry: A Moodier Palette
The pantry received a simple yet impactful update with new paint from Portola Paints, pulling green tones from the dining room wallpaper to create a moody, character-filled space.
Primary Bedroom: A Furniture Swap
In the primary bedroom, Shea focused on a furniture and styling refresh. Notable additions include:
- Walt Bed in Praline Velvet
- Philippa Settee with Fringe
- Tali Burl Wood Dresser
These pieces are part of McGee & Co., allowing Shea to test functionality and aesthetic in her personal space.
Wren’s Room: Adding Layers and Color
Shea refreshed her oldest daughter Wren’s room to reflect her evolving personality:
- Roslin Hand-Knotted Wool Rug
- Briony Gauze Quilt and Inger Gauze Coverlet
- Channel Ottomans
- Woven Bistro Chair with Ruffle Cushion
Ivy’s Room: Papering the Walls
Ruffle White Linen Duvet Cover $299.00, Arie Ottoman $999.00
Pattern and personality shine in Ivy’s room thanks to Morris & Co.’s Willow Boughs and Pimpernel wallpapers. Key furniture pieces include the Prudence Chair in mohair velvet and the Mackenna Dresser.
Upstairs Nook: Adding Depth
The top-of-stairs nook received a styling swap for warmth and comfort:
- Tapestry from Online Auction
- Clemence Chair from McGee & Co.
- Goodrich Side Table
Shea transformed a simple bench into a cozy, functional nook for the whole family to enjoy.
Lessons from Shea McGee’s Utah Home
Image: Photographed by Lucy Call for Modern Luxury
Shea’s home refresh is a lesson in subtlety, layering, and personalization. By blending structural updates with furniture swaps, introducing new McGee & Co. pieces, and integrating antiques, Shea demonstrates how thoughtful design can transform a house into a home.
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