Living room with traditional contemporary design. Sunlight flooding the room over designer furniture, joinery, parquetry floors & polished plaster walls.

Design that’s considered. Never generic. Always yours.

How We Work

Here at Storey and Stone Interior Design Studio, No two homes (or homeowners) are the same. That’s why we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all design packages. Some clients simply need clarity and direction. Others need full support from concept to completion. Most fall somewhere in between. Our role is to meet you where you are and build a design service around that.

Complimentary Discovery Call (30 mins)

We discuss your space, goals, challenges and timeline. If you’re unsure where to start, that’s exactly what the discovery call is for. No pressure. No obligation. Just an honest conversation about your space and what’s possible.

Curated Service Proposal

Based on your needs, we compile a tailored scope and briefing document. This may vary from hourly consultations to a full design service based on your budget & timeline.

Design Begins

The design stage starts with a clear roadmap, transparent fees and design process. This ensure that all stakeholders in the project are aligned with the same goal for the project.

See Our Full Design Process

Focused Design Services

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    Design Consultations

    This will provide guidance for any stage of your project i.e. renovations, room updates, colour choices, or layout questions. Ask anything from an industry professional on a fixed hourly rate.

    This is perfect for homeowners wanting clarity, direction & confidence

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    Design Concept

    Many clients want expert concept design (mood boards + material palettes) but may not want full project management. This can be for a single room or the whole house.

    This is perfect for Clients who want to self-manage the project but need expert direction.

  • Living room with a cream sofa, black and patterned throw pillows, wooden side tables, and an armchair. Large glass sliding doors reveal a scenic view of a green field and hills outside.

    Furniture & Styling

    Transform your home with curated furniture selections and/or styling that brings depth, character, and comfort. Let your home tell a story

    This is perfect for Clients wanting a fast, high-impact refresh.

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    Holiday Home Experience

    Design-led support tailored to short-stay and holiday rental properties.

    We create distinctive interior design spaces that make lasting impressions on guests while maintaining durability for years of use. Every layout decision, furniture selection, and styling choice balances memorable guest experiences with practical longevity, ensuring your space looks exceptional in person and photographs beautifully for marketing.

    Suitable for new listings, refreshes, or properties seeking stronger visual appeal and guest connection.

Each service is scoped individually based on your space and objectives. Fees are outlined clearly prior to commencement. We work intentionally and take on a limited number of projects at a time. This allows us to design with clarity, remain closely involved throughout the process and honour the level of care each home requires.

Not sure which service is right for you? Our complimentary 30-minute Discovery Call is the best place to start.

 FAQs

  • Interior design fees in Melbourne vary depending on the scope, level of detail, and whether your project involves furnishings, renovations, or a full transformation. At Storey & Stone, our services are tailored, transparent, and designed to suit real homes and real lifestyles.

    Most clients invest between $3,000 – $30,000 for design work, depending on package selection and project scale. Full interior design projects including spatial planning, materials, joinery concepts, furniture, lighting and styling typically sit at the higher end due to the depth of detail and craftsmanship involved.

    We begin with a consultation to understand your space, your rhythms, and the way you want your home to feel. From there, we create a proposal that honours your budget and prioritises the elements that elevate your daily life most meaningfully.

  • Our design packages are created to give you clarity, confidence and a beautifully crafted direction for your home. Depending on your chosen service, your scope may include:

    • A personalised design consultation

    • Spatial planning and functional layout concepts

    • Material finish and colour palettes

    • Furniture, lighting and/or decor selections

    • Custom joinery concepts and/or documentation

    • Styling direction and procurement support

    • Trade recommendations and guidance

    Every project is designed to bring harmony, character, longevity and intention into your home, whether you’re refreshing a single room or reimagining your entire space.

  • Our process is calm, collaborative and deeply considered. It unfolds in five clear stages:

    1. Concept & Consultation

    We collate a holistic design direction based on your design brief. We delve into your lifestyle, your space, the challenges and the feeling you want your home to hold.

    2. Design Development

    We create the design direction: materials, fixtures, colours, textures and spatial flow. This forms the emotional and functional foundation of your home.

    3. Detailed Selections & Refinement

    Here we refine joinery concepts, specify finishes, and curate every piece that will shape your interior. You receive a clear, immersive vision of the final environment.

    4. Documentation & Specification

    All documentation required to proceed to the construction phase i.e. schedules, drawings. Where relevant, coordination with architects and other contractors will be conducted in this phase

    5. Implementation & Styling

    We help you bring the design to life with procurement support, trade coordination guidance and styling direction so your space feels lived-in, layered and complete.

    Throughout the process, we honour the honesty of materials, the character of the home and the sensory beauty of everyday living.


  • We offer specialised design packages for Airbnbs, serviced apartments and investor-owned properties across Melbourne and regional Victoria.

    Our approach focuses on:

    • durability and low-maintenance materials

    • layouts that photograph beautifully for listings

    • a guest experience that feels warm, inviting and memorable

    • maximising your nightly rate and occupancy

    Whether you’re preparing for high guest turnover or creating a boutique-style retreat, we design interiors that stand out, feel immersive and support strong long-term returns.


  • Storey & Stone works across Melbourne and greater Victoria, with frequent projects in:

    • Inner North: Fitzroy, Carlton, Brunswick, Northcote

    • Inner South: South Melbourne, Albert Park, Elwood, St Kilda

    • Inner East: Hawthorn, Kew, Camberwell

    • West: Footscray, Seddon, Yarraville, Kensington

    • City & surrounds: Melbourne CBD, Docklands, Southbank

    We also collaborate on homes in regional areas including the Mornington Peninsula, Daylesford, Ballarat and the Surf Coast.

    For virtual design, we support clients Australia-wide.

  • Yes and we genuinely love them!

    Storey & Stone specialises in small homes, apartments, compact renovations and thoughtfully scaled spaces. These projects demand a level of spatial intelligence, restraint and detail that larger homes often don’t.

    Smaller spaces require every decision to work harder:

    • circulation and flow must feel effortless and natural to the owner

    • storage must be integrated seamlessly

    • materials need to bring warmth without visual clutter

    • furniture must be purposeful

    • light and proportion must be handled with care

    Whether it’s a one-bedroom apartment, a heritage terrace, or a modest family home, we design spaces that feel deeply considered.

    There is no minimum project scale. If your space matters to you, it matters to us.

Begin creating your dream home