Transforming The Renovation Process With Practical Guidance & Creative Solutions.

We Make the design and planning side of renovating simpler, clearer, and far less overwhelming.

SIMONE AITKEN

Designer - Owner Creative Interior Solutions

Over the past two years, I’ve been lucky to work on some really great projects - from kitchens and bathrooms to butcher shops and everything in between. Each one has been shaped by the clients who trusted me with their homes and businesses, and I'm genuinely grateful for every single one.

Below is a snapshot of that work = a mix of projects, each with its own story, scope of services, and design intent.

anderson project

Airley Beach- May 2026

Beach House Bathroom Refresh

A playful, beach‑side bathroom update designed to bring new life into a tired, outdated space. The palette mixes a warm clay feature wall tile with a soft terrazzo floor, creating a fresh, relaxed feel that suits the coastal setting. The layout was refined to include a more functional walk‑in shower, while keeping the overall footprint simple and practical.

Scope of our services:

Colour, material & style direction
Concept plans and 3D visualisations

Design Focus:

Refresh an outdated bathroom with a fun, modern palette
Improve functionality by repositioning fixtures and adding a walk‑in shower
Keep the design light, simple and beach‑appropriate

Builder: By Client

Cabinet Maker: Cabinetry by Timberline

ruschena Project

Maddingley - May 2026

Japanese‑Inspired Storage Design

A calm, storage‑focused redesign using Japanese‑inspired joinery, sliding doors, and a warm, earthy palette to bring balance, function, and visual simplicity to a busy family home.

Scope of our services:

Space planning & furniture layout
Colour, Material & Style direction
Custom built‑in joinery design
Concept plans and 3d visualisations
Trade referral and coordination

Design Focus:

Add generous, functional storage
Create joinery that feels like furniture
Improve flow and zoning
Support daily routines with practical layouts
Keep the aesthetic calm, warm, and intentional

Builder: Hardy Homes & Construction

Cabinet Maker: ABM Kitchens & Cabinetry

Henderson Project

Miners Rest - April 2026

Unworkable Kitchen Shake Up

A warm, modern redesign focused on creating a functional walk‑in pantry, improving the existing layout, and making better use of the available space. The palette remains neutral and inviting, with updated joinery and thoughtful material choices to bring the kitchen into a more contemporary, practical flow.

Scope of our services:

Joinery design
Colour, material & style direction
Concept plans and 3D visualisations
Trade referral and coordination

Design Focus:

Create a functional walk‑in pantry
Make better use of the existing footprint
Modernise the layout and improve flow
Keep the palette warm, neutral, and timeless

Builder: Hardy Homes & Construction

Cabinet Maker: ABM Kitchens & Cabinetry

bakker Project

Daylesford- March 2026

Hexagon Airbnb Kitchenette Refresh

A light, uplifting refresh for a uniquely shaped hexagon studio. The existing layout remained the same, with the focus on introducing a warm splash of colour, fresh finishes, and a touch of timber to bring softness and character into the space. A small update that makes the kitchenette feel more inviting, functional, and in tune with the charm of the Airbnb.

Scope of our services:

Colour, material & style direction
Concept plans and 3D visualisations
Joinery and finishes guidance
Trade referral and coordination

Design Focus:

Keep the existing layout, refresh the finishes
Introduce a warm, welcoming colour palette
Add subtle timber accents for texture and warmth
Enhance the charm and comfort of the Airbnb
Keep the update simple, functional, and cost‑effective

Builder: Hardy Homes & Construction

Cabinet Maker: ABM Kitchens & Cabinetry

sinclair meats dtc Project

Delacombe - March 2026

Proposed New Shop Design

A calm, storage‑focused redesign using Japanese‑inspired joinery, sliding doors, and a warm, earthy palette to bring balance, function, and visual simplicity to a busy family home.

Scope of our services:

Space planning & workflow
Layout & storage options
Customer flow and service layout
Concept plans only

Design Focus:

Establish a clear, functional layout
Ensure adequate fridge and prep space
Ensure staff workflow and daily operations
Create a simple, intuitive customer experience
Provide a resolved concept before detailed design and implementation.

Builder: By Client

Cabinet Maker: By Client

hastnell Project

Longs Hill - February 2026

Bathroom Update

A calm, textural update that works within the existing layout while introducing a warmer, more grounded material palette. The design features limestone French‑pattern floor tiles, soft warm‑neutral tones, and gentle timber accents to bring depth, warmth, and a more elevated feel to the space.

Scope of our services:

Colour, material & style direction
Concept plans and 3D visualisations
Joinery and finishes guidance

Design Focus:

Refresh the existing layout without major structural changes
Introduce a warm, textured palette
Limestone French‑pattern flooring for movement and softness
Warm timber accents for balance and natural warmth
Create a calm, modern, quietly luxurious bathroom

Builder: By Client

Cabinet Maker: By Client

taylor Project

Maryborough- February 2026

Competition Winner

A fresh, modern update working within the existing U‑shaped layout. The outdated corner pantry was removed to open up the space, replaced with squared‑off cabinetry that feels cleaner and more contemporary - without losing storage. The palette leans into cool greys, balanced with timber accents and greenery to soften the space and bring warmth back in. A simple, functional refresh that gives the kitchen a calm, modern lift.

Scope of our services:

Joinery design
Colour, material & style guidance
Concept plans and 3D visualisations

Design Focus:

Work within the existing U‑shaped layout
Remove the corner pantry to open the space
Retain storage through smarter cabinetry
Modernise the kitchen with clean, simple lines
Use cool greys balanced with timber + plant accents

Builder: By Client

Cabinet Maker: By Client

perry Project

Gisbourne - January 2026

Complete Joinery Package

A full joinery concept completed in collaboration with a local builder. The design introduces cohesive cabinetry throughout the entire home, using a warm‑white palette paired with dark charcoal Domino cabinetry for contrast and depth. Our service focused on delivering resolved concept plans only, giving the builder and client a clear direction before moving into quoting and construction.

Scope of our services:

Full home joinery design
Concept plans and 3D visualisations

Design Focus:

Create cohesive joinery across the whole home
Improve storage, flow, and functionality
Support the builder with clear, resolved concepts
Maintain visual consistency from room to room
Use warm whites and charcoal cabinetry for a modern, balanced palette

Builder: Richard Goodwin

Cabinet Maker: JSK Martin Joinery & Design

morgan Project

Invermay Park- November 2025

Bathroom, Powder Room & Laundry Edit

A fresh new take on three existing wet areas, keeping the original layouts but completely updating the look and feel. The design introduces artisan blue floor tiles as the hero across all rooms, paired with a fun, playful palette and traditional touches. The result is a cohesive, character‑filled refresh that brings warmth, charm and personality back into each space.

Scope of our services:

Budget & planning support
Colour, material & style direction
Joinery design
Concept plans and 3D visualisations
Trade referral and coordination

Design Focus:

Refresh the existing layouts without structural changes
Introduce a playful, uplifting colour palette
Add traditional elements for balance and charm
Create cohesive detailing between the three spaces

Builder: Hardy Homes & Construction

Cabinet Maker: ABM Kitchens & Cabinetry

Vagianakis Project

Ballan- September 2025

Kitchen and Dining Solution

A fresh take on a blank‑canvas that needed to function as both a kitchen and dining area. The layout was kept simple and open, with a moveable island designed to shift around the room as needed - creating flexibility for prep, dining, and entertaining. Storage was limited, but with smart planning the space now works harder than its footprint suggests.

Scope of our services: