edition
notes from our melbourne interior design studio, exploring materials, furniture, colour and art. we look at the choices that shape a room, share practical ideas for your home and consider the work of designers and makers who inspire us.
these articles are part of our design archive. older colour forecasts, product selections and event references reflect the time they were published.
what to tell your interior designer
a practical brief format: describe the daily problem, explain your references and separate fixed decisions from preferences.
five details to look at from the block
upholstery, daylight, wall detail, bathroom materials and the entrance. five design references from the block’s 2021 season, reconsidered.
what to work out before a renovation begins
the room reveal is the enjoyable part of a renovation to watch. the work that makes it possible is less visible: deciding what needs to change, finding out what it will cost and making sure the people doing the work have the same information.
what to change before putting a home on the market
a clear brief helps focus a renovation before sale. consider flooring, colour, work spaces and the practical condition of kitchens and bathrooms.
is it time to change the house or the way you use it?
five questions to establish a considered renovation brief, connecting spatial planning, comfort, bespoke joinery and materials with the character of the existing home.
homebuilder and the decisions behind a renovation
an updated note on our 2020 homebuilder article. the scheme is closed; the lasting focus is a clear brief and coordinated renovation design.
feeling more confident about design decisions
a shared brief, clear drawings and material samples build confidence in an interior. reflections on a collaborative and personal design process.