Frequently Asked Questions

1. Working Together

Each of my services has been designed to meet clients at different stages of their design journey. The Essentials Edit is a focused two-hour consultation, perfect for those who need clarity and professional guidance without committing to a full design service. The Curated Consult offers a deeper dive, where I help you with layouts, selections, and styling direction, giving you a strong foundation to move forward with confidence. The Signature Service is my full end-to-end design offering, where I oversee everything from concept to completion, coordinating trades, sourcing bespoke pieces, and ensuring every detail is executed beautifully. No matter which path you choose, the goal is the same: a home that feels considered, joyful, and unmistakably yours.

Think about the kind of support you’re looking for. If you’d like a sounding board and expert eye to help refine your ideas, The Essentials Edit is ideal. If you’re ready for a more comprehensive plan and want a clear design direction to follow, The Curated Consult is the right fit. And if you’d like someone to take the reins and manage your project from start to finish, The Signature Service delivers the complete experience. During our initial conversations, I’ll guide you toward the service that best aligns with your needs, timeline, and budget.

Yes. The Essentials Edit can be conducted online, making it a flexible option no matter where you’re based. While I work primarily in Melbourne, virtual consultations allow me to provide expert guidance and design direction to clients interstate or overseas.

As soon as you’re thinking about starting a project, it’s wise to book. Design decisions influence everything from timelines to trades, so the earlier I’m involved, the smoother the process will be. My calendar books out quickly, particularly in the lead-up to seasonal deadlines so reaching out early ensures we can plan properly and avoid feeling rushed.

2. Process & Practicalities

This all depends on which service you have booked. For example, The Essentials Edit, is for two hours only, we me giving you lots of ideas, but with no follow up after the session.

Yes. Part of my role is to bring the right team together, from builders and joiners to upholsterers and electricians. I manage the on-site coordination and ensure that every detail aligns with the design vision. With over 20 years’ experience in the industry, I have long-standing relationships with trusted suppliers and craftspeople, which means my clients benefit from expertise, efficiency, and exceptional quality.

Absolutely. Selecting finishes and materials can be one of the most overwhelming parts of a project, and it’s easy to get lost in endless options. I streamline the process by curating selections that not only suit your space but also work together cohesively. My role is to filter, edit, and present you with considered choices ensuring the final design feels timeless, functional, and aligned with your lifestyle.

Not at all. While I love managing large-scale transformations, some of my favourite projects are bathrooms and powder rooms. These smaller spaces can deliver huge impact with clever design and thoughtful detailing. I also work with clients on one-room transformations or extensions, tailoring my involvement to suit the scale of the project.

3. Fees & Value

Each project is unique, so fees vary depending on the scale and complexity of the work. What I can promise is transparency around costs and clarity around deliverables. My clients see the investment in design as an investment in their home and lifestyle: saving time, avoiding costly mistakes, and achieving a space that feels curated, cohesive, and enduring. I’m always upfront about pricing, so you’ll know what to expect before we begin.
Hiring an interior designer is about more than making a room look pretty, it’s about creating a home that truly reflects you, while removing the stress and overwhelm that can come with making hundreds of decisions. I bring years of experience, a trained eye for scale, proportion, and layering, and the ability to manage a project from start to finish. My role is to interpret your ideas, elevate them, and ensure the end result is not just beautiful, but functional, enduring, and deeply personal.

4. Style & Scope

I’m known for my love of colour, layering, and mid-century influences, but every project is tailored to the client. I balance boldness with restraint, and personality with practicality, so the result feels unique to you. My style is about creating spaces that are elevated yet livable, filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful details.

Always yours. My role is to interpret your taste, your lifestyle, and the way you want to live in your home. I then bring in my expertise colour, balance, proportion, and sourcing — to deliver a result that feels authentic to you, while still elevated and refined.

Yes. A well-designed space isn’t necessarily about starting from scratch, it’s about layering old with new. I love incorporating furniture, art, or sentimental pieces you already own into the design. This not only makes the home feel personal, but also creates that lived-in warmth and richness that can’t be bought off the shelf.

Yes, I can. I approach outdoor areas with the same care and creativity as interiors, ensuring they feel like a natural extension of your home. Whether it’s an alfresco dining zone, a poolside cabana, or a balcony retreat, outdoor spaces can be elevated with the right furniture, fabrics, and styling details.

5. Sustainability & Products

Sustainability is a core part of how I design. I work with local makers and artisans, source high-quality pieces designed to last, and avoid a throwaway approach to interiors. Through my Proud Mary Home collection, I’ve also introduced a range of cushions made in Melbourne using fabrics with recycled content, compostable packaging, and carbon-offset freight. It’s all about creating beautiful homes that tread lightly on the earth.

Yes! My Proud Mary Home cushion collection is available to purchase. They’re handmade to order in Melbourne, designed with my signature love of colour and trims, and crafted with sustainability in mind. They’re perfect for adding a pop of colour to your home, whether styled alone or layered with your existing pieces.

6. Logistics

I’m based in Melbourne and work across the city and surrounding areas. I also offer online consultations, making it possible to work with clients interstate or overseas.

It depends on the scale. Bathrooms and powder rooms can be designed and delivered in as little as 4 weeks once trades are lined up, while whole-home projects or renovations may span several months. From the outset, I’ll provide you with a clear timeline so you know what to expect.
Yes. Once a project is complete, I love capturing the finished result with professional photography. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate your transformed home and to have images you can look back on for years to come.