Interior Designer & Colour Consultant
Choosing an interior designer with local knowledge offers significant advantages that can directly impact the success, efficiency, and longevity of your project.
Key reasons to choose a interior designer:
Understanding of local climate and conditions. We select materials, finishes, and colours that perform well in the local environment, accounting for light quality, temperature, humidity, and wear.
Familiarity with local building codes and regulations. This helps avoid costly mistakes, delays, or redesigns by ensuring compliance from the outset.
Strong relationships with local builders and trades. Established connections lead to smoother collaboration, better communication, and access to trusted, high-quality workmanship.
Access to local suppliers and resources. A local designer knows where to source the best materials, custom pieces, and finishes—often saving time and reducing costs.
Designs that reflect the local lifestyle and architecture. They understand regional design styles, community preferences, and how people use their spaces, resulting in more relevant and timeless interiors.
On-site availability and responsiveness. Being nearby allows for site visits, problem-solving, and hands-on involvement throughout the project.
An interior designer with local knowledge brings not only design expertise but also practical insight, ensuring your space is both beautifully designed and perfectly suited to its location.
About Us
Established in 2006, Interior Spaces by Design is a Ballarat based boutique interior design studio; we cover all aspects of interior design and decoration within the residential, multi-residential and commercial sectors.
As a qualified interior design professional committed to creating beautiful, functional spaces which reflect our client’s personality and style. I believe a successful design should not only look amazing and be the envy of all your friends; it also needs to be a streamlined part of your lifestyle, providing enjoyment for years to come.
I will enhance indoor spaces to be more functional, safe, and beautiful by applying creative and technical solutions, working with clients to plan layouts, select colours, materials, furniture, and fixtures, and often managing projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with codes while creating aesthetically pleasing environments for living, working, or playing.
With over 20 years experience in the building industry, I am passionate about creating beautiful, functional spaces that stand the test of time. My background allows me to bridge the gap between design and construction, ensuring every project is thoughtfully planned and expertly executed.
Specialising in creating practical, timeless, and aesthetically refined spaces. Extensive expertise collaborating with architects, builders, and trades to deliver high-quality residential and commercial projects from concept through to completion. As an accomplished Interior Designer I bringing a deep understanding of the construction processes, materials, and spatial planning.
Known for blending creativity with technical expertise, and for successfully collaborating with builders, architects, and contractors to deliver cohesive, well-executed design solutions.
I am an Interior Designer and not just a decorator, as part of my service to each client I will ensure:
Client Consultation: Understanding client needs, budgets, and project goals.
Concept Development: Creating mood boards, sketches, and layouts.
Space Planning: Determining optimal use of space for functionality.
Material & Fixture Selection: Choosing finishes, lighting, furniture, and decor.
Project Management: Collaborating with tradespeople (builders, electricians) to execute the design.
Compliance: Ensuring designs meet building codes and safety standards.
I'll work closely with clients, builders, and suppliers to ensure colour selections are operational, timeless, and seamlessly integrated into the finished space.
Services Provided
Interior Design Consultation
Our interior design service provides professional guidance and expertise to plan, design, and deliver functional, cohesive, and aesthetically pleasing interior spaces tailored to a client’s needs, lifestyle, and budget.
Interior design services may include:
Initial consultation to understand goals, style, and requirements
Space planning and layouts to maximise functionality and flow
Colour consultation for walls, finishes, and materials
Selection of finishes and materials such as flooring, cabinetry, tiles, and benchtops
Furniture, lighting, and soft furnishing selection
Window furnishings and styling
Coordination with builders, architects, and trades
Concept development and documentation
A professional interior design service ensures thoughtful decision-making, avoids costly mistakes, and delivers a well-balanced, timeless interior that reflects both the client’s vision and practical needs.
Concept Colour Consultation
During your colour consultation we will provide expert advice to help clients select the right colours and finishes for their home or commercial space, ensuring a cohesive, balanced, and timeless result.
This service typically includes:
Assessment of the space, lighting, and architectural features
Selection of interior and/or exterior colour palettes
Guidance on paint colours, finishes, and sheen levels
Coordination of colours with flooring, cabinetry, benchtops, tiles, and furnishings
Advice on feature walls, trims, ceilings, and accents
Consideration of lifestyle, durability, and long-term appeal
A professional colour consultation removes guesswork, prevents costly mistakes, and gives clients confidence that their colour choices will enhance both the functionality and visual appeal of their space.
Supplying Window Furnishings
We work with a local blind manufacturer to offer a wide range of stylish window furnishings at great prices, without compromising on quality.
Our lead time is very impressive and wont leave you in a fish bowl.
Blinds – Roller, Roman, Venetian, Vertical, Panel glide, and Cellular
Curtains & Sheers – Blockout, and layered combinations
Shutters – plantation, timber, or composite
Awnings & Exterior Blinds – for sun control and energy efficiency
Motorised systems – automated or smart-controlled window solutions
Window furnishings play a key role in:
Regulating natural light and heat
Providing privacy and acoustic benefits
Adding texture, colour, and softness to a space
Enhancing energy efficiency and comfort
When professionally selected and installed, window furnishings complete a room’s design while offering practical, long-term performance.
Personal Shopper
We will help clients select, purchase, and coordinate items based on their needs, lifestyle, preferences, and budget.
As a personal shopper:
Assesses the client’s style, requirements, and budget
Sources items such as accessories, furniture, décor, or finishes
Curates options that suit the client’s taste, space, or brand
Coordinates colours, styles, and proportions for a cohesive result
Shops on the client’s behalf or accompanies them to stores or showrooms
Provides expert advice to help clients make confident, informed decisions.
Project Manangement
During your renovation we will oversees and coordinate all aspects of a project from planning through to completion, ensuring it is delivered on time, within budget, and to a high standard.
Project management may include:
Planning and scheduling project timelines
Coordinating builders, trades, and suppliers
Managing budgets, orders, and deliveries
Overseeing quality control and workmanship
Problem-solving and managing changes as they arise
Conducting site visits and progress checks
Ensuring clear communication between all parties
Effective project management streamlines the process, reduces stress for the client, and ensures a smooth, well-executed outcome from concept to completion.
Contact Us
Phone
0409 474 719Operating Hours
Monday: 10am - 4pm
Tuesday: 10am - 4pm
Wednesday: 8am - 6pm
Thursday: 10am - 4pm
Friday: 9am - 4pm
Saturday & Sunday: By Appointment Only