Understanding the psychological effects of colour will help you create spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also provide a better experience for the end user. In this post I share a quick starter pack of a few different colours and the moods they create.
Read MoreIn this post I’m sharing a typical construction workflow for a residential project. I go through all the stages involved from start to finish when building a new home or extension.
Read MoreOnce a construction project is finished don’t just walk out the door and leave your clients wondering how to make everything work in their new home. Instead, put together a client handover folder that you can leave with clients on the day of project handover. In this post I share some of the things you might include in a client handover folder at the completion of a residential construction project.
Read MoreGetting back into the world of learning and taking an online course can be overwhelming, especially if it's been a while since you've studied. Whether you’re new to studying or just need some guidance to maximise your productivity, here are some tips to give you a foundation to start building on.
Read MoreTake a look at how I would lay out a set of interior design documentation using SketchUp and Layout.
Read MoreIn the interior design industry there are many different roles and titles and it can be hard to understand the differences between them. As a professional it's important to understand the distinctions between an interior stylist, interior decorator and interior designer and what they can offer to clients. In this post I share the difference between the three and what each role involves.
Read MoreIn this post I share the difference between an interior decorator and an interior designer and whether or not you need formal training to work in the design industry.
Read MoreVery little about running an interior design business is actually about design itself. In this post I share the common traits and characteristics that define the world's top interior designers and how these traits contribute to their success.
Read MoreYou will never post consistent content if you only post when you feel like it. You need to be disciplined and have a solid content creation system in place. Here's my system if you want to copy it.
Read MoreIn this post I’m sharing why your design drawings and documentation sets are so important and how to use these documents to avoid risk when working as an interior designer.
Read MoreIn this post I’m sharing the full workflow and process that I use with my interior design clients.
Read MoreMost people don’t realise what is possible with SketchUp and how much you can achieve with just one piece of design software. I have only ever used SketchUp in my own interior design workflow and people often ask me why I chose SketchUp over other software options on the market. In this post I share the reasons why I love SketchUp and examples of how I use the software with my interior design clients.
Read MoreIn this video I share a walk through of a project I worked on with some clients in Lane Cove on Sydney's upper north shore. I share my entire process from importing the initial JPEG floor plan all the way through to creating design documentation to scale in Layout.
Read MoreIn this post I’m sharing the 10 resource books I’ve used the most in my work as an interior designer. These are the books that have taught me the most about drafting, the interior design process, working with clients, laying out my design documentation and a whole lot more as well.
Read MoreThere are many options for bench tops (countertops) on the market and each has it’s own pros and cons. In this post I’m sharing some info about three of the most popular products on the market; engineered stone, natural stone and porcelain.
Read MoreIn this post I share all the SketchUp designs and then after images of one of my own homes in the Sydney suburb of Roseville.
Read MoreIn this post I share heaps of ideas for how to plan and design the perfect family home and give you lots of practical tips to think about as you plan for your needs now as well as for your future needs as your family grows and changes.
Read MoreIn this post I’m sharing some of the questions I would ask a new client when I first started working with them. The answers to these questions would help me with space planning and initial concepts and get my clients thinking about some of the core decisions that needed to be made in relation to their project. Here’s my renovation/remodel checklist…
Read MoreIn this post I share the full interior design workflow, before images, SketchUp designs and then after images of a project I worked on in the Sydney suburb of Roseville.
Read MoreBefore embarking on your renovation you’re going to need to set your mindset for the project ahead. In this post I share some of the things you should consider before you start your project.
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