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    🥳🥳 Both my entries for the KBDI Design Awards 20 🥳🥳 

Both my entries for the KBDI Design Awards 2026 were nominated finalists! 😊🥂✨ 

✨ Our #Newtown Music cabinet / desk / bookcase / banquette / cabinet setup is a finalist in the Design Spaces category. 

✨ And the #SummerHill blue bathroom is a finalist in the Small Bathrooms NSW category. 

The winners will be announced in August. I’ll be competing against some amazing entries again this year so we’ll see how this goes. I’m very happy already with the nomination!

Thank you for the project teams! ❤️

✏️ @insidesignsydney 
🪴 @melandriolo 
📸 @sammcadam_cooper 

@kbdi.org.au #designerawards #bathroomdesigner #sydneyhomes
    This bathroom is our entry for the ✨KBDI Design Aw This bathroom is our entry for the ✨KBDI Design Awards 2026 ✨ in the Small Bathrooms category. 

We all absolutely 😍 loved 🥰 working with this client and it was fantastic to be able to use bold tile choices and high-end fixtures and fittings in this project!

We will have more work happening in the same house next year and we’re already looking forward to it!

Meanwhile - fingers crossed for us for tomorrow night for the finalists announcement ! Winners will be published in August. 🤞

What do you think of this bathroom? Would you do dark navy in yours?

Design @insidesignsydney 
Photos @sammcadam_cooper 
Styling @melandriolo 

Big thanks for the suppliers:
Tiles @livingtiles laid by @rjmcalistertiling 
Bath @hammockbathco 
Basins @omvivo via @reecebathrooms 
Tapware @faucetstrommen via @justbathroomware 
Joinery @divinekitchens 
Lights @lightco_australia
    Big day at the Sydney @designshow_au and so much f Big day at the Sydney @designshow_au and so much fun to catch up with friends, colleagues and industry people! 

I tried to do my best to check all the new stuff at each stand - lots of nerdy joinery hardware photos here. 🤓

Thanks @hideawaybins for breakfast, @kbdi.org.au for coffee, @livingtiles for drinks, and @hafele_aus and @polytec for the after party - and @kimbalmanno @domiinteriors @marcushay and others for great company!

#ilikehinges #prettylights #nicerugs #nofilterwillfixthislighting
    Winter has a way of inviting us to slow down, sett Winter has a way of inviting us to slow down, settle in, and surround ourselves with materials that feel as good as they look.

One finish we return to time and again is leather. Rich in texture, beautifully durable, and full of character, tan leather brings an effortless warmth to interiors, especially during the cooler months. From soft caramel tones to deeper cognac hues, it adds depth, patina, and a sense of lived-in luxury that only improves with age.

Here are some examples of our work using this beautifully rich and inviting material.

For us at INSIDESIGN, it’s never just about colour. It’s about how materials make a space feel. Leather softens contemporary interiors, complements timber beautifully, and creates that welcoming layer every home needs in winter.

These are the details that turn a room into a retreat.

#insidesignsydney  #interiordesignersydney #balmaininteriordesigner #leather #upholstery
    There is so many to choose from, when it comes to There is so many to choose from, when it comes to cushions - the secret tool for interior designers. We enjoy using round, ball, square, rectangular, bolster, and textural cushions in different settings. Which shape do you respond to?

- Round Cushions: These are having a fashionable moment and add variation to the square lines of a room. 
- Square Cushions: A classic choice, square cushions are the most versatile and come in an array of sizes. Layering them is a great way to enhance visual interest. 
- Rectangle Cushions: These break up the squared shapes in a room and work well on smaller armchairs.
- Textural Cushions: These add unexpected interest to a solid-colored sofa.
- Bolster Cushions: Great for placing in front of your pillows on a bed, they add charm and luxury.
- Ball cushions: Playful and fun

At INSIDESIGN, we love cushions; they are the finishing touch to any room, adding coziness and often serving as a hit of accent colour. Here are some of our favourite projects using cushions.

Design @insidesignsydney
Photography by Helen Ward @inwardoutward
Styling @melandriolo and @domiinteriors 

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #cushions #design #whichshapeareyou?
    Why did we choose this project as our entry for th Why did we choose this project as our entry for the KBDI Design Awards this year? Because great design isn’t always loud. ✨

This joinery may look simple, but it works incredibly hard behind the scenes — thoughtfully designed around our clients’ lifestyle, routines and needs.

The best outcome? It transformed the way they live in their home and made them want to stay, rather than move. That’s what good design is all about. 🤩

You can read more about the project in our latest blog post — link in bio. ⬆️

Design by @insidesignsydney 
Styling by @melandriolo 
Photos by @sammcadam_cooper 
Joinery by @divinekitchens 

#interiordesignersydney #sydneyhomes #housetransformation #joinerydesign #balmaininteriordesigner
    🌟 Just returned from an incredible week at Milan D 🌟 Just returned from an incredible week at Milan Design Week, and I have to share what I learned! The hottest colour of the year is definitely burgundy, and I couldn't be happier, because it pairs so beautifully with all those rustic autumn hues I adore! 🍂❤️

Everywhere I turned, there were stunning displays of this colour combo, which felt like a sign that I was right on trend. As it happened, I had packed my wardrobe with these rich shades too and found myself blending in - it was as if I got the burgundy and rust memo before even arriving! 😄✨👠

To stick to the colour scheme, we indulged in some matching drinks while soaking up the breathtaking views of the Duomo. 🍷🏛️

Photos mostly @mariannepyysing 

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #MilanDesignWeek #ColorTrends #BurgundyVibes
    🎶✨ Excited to share our entry for the KBDI Design 🎶✨ Excited to share our entry for the KBDI Design Awards this year: a concealed music nook for a musical family in Newtown, Sydney! 🎷🎹

This space stores a keyboard, saxophone, guitar, and clarinets, while doubling as a practice area. The highlights? A lockable, sturdy, pull-out shelf for the keyboard, and pocket sliding doors that keep everything organized and accessible without blocking the flow of the room.

Finalists for the KBDI design awards 2026 will be announced on the week of June 15, 2026 — fingers crossed! 🤞🎉

The room includes some of our favourite products: Hoptimist Classic Bumble in oak, Muuto Restore Basket in light blue, Muuto Kink vase in deep red earthenware, and Ridge vase in light blue from @top3bydesign, Gotland Blanket in Infinity Blue from @mecque.

Design @insidesignsydney
Photography: @sammcadam_cooper
Styling: @melandriolo

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #InteriorDesign #MusicNook  #SydneyInteriors
    Check out this vibrant display at the Kartell @kar Check out this vibrant display at the Kartell @kartell_official stand during Salone del Mobile 2026, Part of Milan Design Week. When Sari attended, she was very impressed by their clever and thought-provoking displays of art matching their furniture. The modern art backdrop really enhances their innovative products. 

We recently incorporated the Kartell sky blue Teresa table lamp into a project in Gladesville, Sydney (shown in opener here), and it emits a beautifully filtered light — perfect for those cozy evenings at home. Our client loves it. From @finnishdesignshop

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #Kartell #SaloneDelMobile #InteriorDesign
    Time to get cozy! We're absolutely loving the infu Time to get cozy! We're absolutely loving the infusion of warm tones in our winter-inspired palette! Sari recently had the pleasure of attending Milan Design Week, where the tones of burgundy and rust were everywhere... Finally, Sari's own cozy burgundy fireplace at home is trendy too! Note: Sari recommends using Bio Fuel, renewable energy sources produced from organic matter, providing a lower-emission alternative to fossil fuels for transport, heating, and electricity. Her fireplace is as such. 

Tiles are making a strong comeback in Milan, and we’re especially fond of these stunning pieces from Perini @perinitiles , Yubi in Clay. A fully tiled fireplace is on our list to design. We have included some of our favourite projects that involved fireplaces in recent times. 

Here are some of our favorite finds for Winter:
✨ Wendelbo Rest 1.5 Strater bench in leather from Trit House @trit.house
✨ Strita Chocolate velvet cushion from Baya @bayaliving
✨ Cape Brett Round Floor Rug from Baya @bayaliving
✨ Flint Lighter from Kate Nixon @katenixon_official @flint.au
✨ Brae Australian Wool Throw from Ivy Lane @ivylaneagency
✨ Strand Arcade Candle from Hunter Candles @huntercandles
✨ Design House Stockholm Tea Pot from Finnish Design Shop @finnishdesignshop
✨ 900 Hanging Fireplace from Top 3 by Design @top3bydesign
✨ The O Wine Whiskey H20 Tumbler from Reidel @reidel_official
✨ Dargo Mohair Throw from St Albans @stalbansliving

Photos: Photo by Joshua Witheford @joshuawitheford, @‌ESS.creative Styling by @melandriolo, Photo: Helen Ward @inwardoutward

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #MilanDesignWeek #WarmTones #CozyVibes
    We had the best morning at Ivy Lane in Paddington, We had the best morning at Ivy Lane in Paddington, Sydney, a little while ago! Our INSIDESIGN team—Sari, Lisa, and Marcus—were welcomed for coffee and breakfast by showroom manager Georgie, who introduced us to the latest collections from L&M Home, Tribe Rug, Her Shed, CoTheory, Flaxfield, and microCloud. We’re always inspired by their beautiful textiles, homewares, and linens. 

We’ve already selected some gorgeous pieces for our upcoming projects—stay tuned to see how we style them!

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #IvyLane #ShowroomVisit #Textiles
    🌿 Green is truly a favorite for the INSIDESIGN tea 🌿 Green is truly a favorite for the INSIDESIGN team! 💚 Although at Milan Design Week it was nowhere to be seen, it certainly had a favourable run in the world of colour trends. We have taken note, but we still love it. 
 
We actually love incorporating various shades of green into our projects, whether it's through decor or paint colours. The freshness of green glass vases, cozy upholstery, and vibrant foliage brings a wonderful nod to nature in our spaces.

Here are some of the top green picks that we've been loving lately:
✨ Handcrafted Stacked Glass Vase from Last Aristocrat lastaristocrat
✨ Form Study No.2 Patchwork Cushion from L&M Home @lmhome_
✨ Burton Seagrass Tailored Heavy Linen Cushion from Ivy Lane Traders @ ivylaneagency
✨ Ellis Fern Cashmere Australian Wool Throw from Ivy Lane Traders @ ivylaneagency
✨ Cloud 2 Marble Sculpture in Green from Rachel Donath @racheldonath_
✨ Dot + Pop Ottoman Design from Zenn Design @_zenndesign

What's your favorite shade of green? 🌱

Photo 1: Design by @‌INSIDESIGNsydney Styling by @melandriolo Photo by @‌inwardoutward Photo 2 & 4: Design by @‌INSIDESIGNsydney  Photo and styling by @‌ESS.creative Photo 3 & 6: Design by INSIDESIGNsydney Photo by Conor Quinn
Photo 5 & 7:  Design by @‌INSIDESIGNsydney Styling by @‌domiinteriors Photo by @‌inwardoutward

#insidesignsydney #balmaininteriordesigner #INSIDESIGN #GreenDecor HomeInspo

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