Someone asked me not long ago, ‘In these trying times, where do you think interior design is headed?’

I know which way I am personally headed & I can only speak for myself, not others, but I have seen whole families & relationships revitalized & metaphorically reborn after completing a renovation. A healing of sorts. But I digress…

To answer the question more succinctly, I feel there are two pathways for the future of interior design & architecture:-

Firstly, the superficial, ‘keeping up with the Joneses’ cookie cutter approach, as already witnessed on TV & other media sources. They only care about appearances. Designs are often generic, not designed for anyone in particular. Not a lot of thought to function or practicality.

Or the other path, there are those who want to create where they live, create memories. Those who undertake the thoughtful journey of trusted collaboration, allowing us, as designers, to listen deeply & intuitively. Making sense of their requirements, Ergonomically, functionally AND aesthetically. Pouring their thoughtful & detailed brief into the design & then reality. Beloved artwork, furniture & personal items being carefully curated into the overall aesthetic. It is essentially my job to have everything ‘fit’ or flow. Holistically taking care of all needs. On all levels.

How a space feels to me is as important, if not more important, than it’s initial appearance.

It doesn’t matter if our clients’ ideas or decorative pieces are what we love personally. It is a weeding out & thoughtful dance we do together. I am more interested in balance, white space, function, ergonomics & overall aesthetic. It’s never about us, only about creating harmony.

I aim to be on the soulful side of history. 🙂💗

This inner city beauty is so close to Flinders Street Station, yet inside, it felt like an intimate & personal sanctuary. It has so much soul.