New Black Designs

New Black Designs Residential and Commercial Interior Design New Black Designs is a boutique Interior Design consultancy creating both residential and commercial spaces.

Collaborating with you to create interiors and exteriors that respect both the space, how that space operates and how you want to feel within that space. You may be quite the design guru yourself and just need an expert eye to cast over your designs and selections before committing to the investment. Or you may engage New Black Designs to design, select and project manage your entire renovation, p

roject or build. Ultimate flexibility is available. You may want to introduce me to talented tradespeople you know or you may like to use my team that is second to none. It all starts with a conversation, approximately 2 hours – with coffee! to discuss your vision and how we will move through the design process together, finally delivering a reality that surpasses your expectations. It is not enough that I am delighted with the design, it is everything that you are delighted with the design.

05/04/2025

Take a tour through this stunning brand-new home in Strathalbyn, designed for Peter and Jenny.

Inside, I curated every detail — from fixtures, fittings, tiles and sanitary selections to the overall design and curation of decorative elements. Custom furniture was designed to complement the space and bring a personalised, functional elegance throughout the home, along with the specification and purchase of interior elements from my wholesalers and retailers.

Outside, I was engaged to specify all external colours and finishes, ensuring a timeless look that sits beautifully within the local landscape. I also designed the full outdoor kitchen, creating a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living — perfect for entertaining in style.

This video showcases the result of a truly collaborative and creative journey — a home that is both stylish and deeply personal.

Back in March 2022 I posted a flat lay of the proposed finishes for our camper van we fondly call Fred. I can confirm t...
30/09/2023

Back in March 2022 I posted a flat lay of the proposed finishes for our camper van we fondly call Fred. I can confirm that designing & being builder’s assistant took blood, sweat, tears and some vigorous debates. BUT we did it! My discerning client (husband) built this van from scratch, researched the requirements for every aspect, printed a trees worth of electrical plans and the result is incredible. I also have a new skill set … I’m very competent with a jigsaw. Will we do another? - Ah no! Really that’s a no! Let the adventures begin!! (Actually continue … I’m only four weeks late in creating this post 😃😎

Let's chat about laundries ... For me, the less time in the laundry the better BUT this laundry is worth hanging out in....
14/04/2023

Let's chat about laundries ...
For me, the less time in the laundry the better BUT this laundry is worth hanging out in. If this was mine, I might even consider ironing again ... only kidding!!
The original laundry was a decent size with tall ceilings but it wasn't practical, it was dreary and dated.
So how did we go about creating a hard working area that was worth appreciating? It was all about the cabinetry design, oh and let's not forget about those divine splashback tiles.
One side of the tall cabinets was designed to house a stick vacuum with a power point inside the cabinet for re-charging, the ironing board, mop, broom & bucket and the other side a set of adjustable shelves.
The overhead cabinets on the wall over the bench were designed using two different depths - 350mm deep to store detergents and the 600mm deep at the top for those rarely used items.
The base cabinets on the right hand side of the washing / dryer open to reveal two sneaky mobile laundry trolleys. Of course a hanging rail was installed and a set of shelves to join the overhead cabinets with the window.
The combination of timber and white laminate and that stunning coral tile create a practical but welcoming area to carry out laundry tasks.
Cabinetry: Michael - New Cabinet Concepts
Building: Matt & Aaron - Spriggs & Co
Tiling: Jaedyn - Becks Bathrooms & Tiling
Carpentry: Harley Carpentry
Painting: Mark Harris - MJH Decorating Services

Chandlers Hill Project - Ensuite, Walk In Robe and Laundry Renovation. This gorgeous property sits on Chandlers Hill an...
04/04/2023

Chandlers Hill Project - Ensuite, Walk In Robe and Laundry Renovation. This gorgeous property sits on Chandlers Hill and has the most gorgeous view. Now it has the ensuite to match. It was originally dark and dated but with a rework of the layout to create a walk in shower and a freestanding bath that opens onto the courtyard this ensuite is now light, bright and practical. The vanity has a tropical paradise vibe thanks to the Catherine Martin wallpaper and the tile selections provide the colour and texture that elevate the design. The walk in robe was re-designed to maximise storage whilst being light and bright. Thanks to Matt & Aaron at Spriggs & Co Plumbing and Renovations.

A sneak peak into this vibrant ensuite transformation 👀Stay tuned for the entire project reveal.
18/01/2023

A sneak peak into this vibrant ensuite transformation 👀

Stay tuned for the entire project reveal.

This glorious piece of art painted by the talented named ‘Verde’ was commissioned by Ben for my 50th birthday!I will sp...
04/11/2021

This glorious piece of art painted by the talented named ‘Verde’ was commissioned by Ben for my 50th birthday!
I will spend many an hour admiring each brushstroke that represents my love of the hills, my obsession with green, my awesome 30 year marriage to Ben, my 50 years in this earth and a beautiful friendship with Greer & an excitement that I finally am the owner of one of her delightful pieces.

Camelo’s Cucina at 375 Greenhill Rd, Toorak Gardens is Charbel’s (former owner & chef of Modish5) new restaurant venture...
17/05/2021

Camelo’s Cucina at 375 Greenhill Rd, Toorak Gardens is Charbel’s (former owner & chef of Modish5) new restaurant venture. Charbel invited me to work with him once again. This time the brief was to create a bright, light, modern ‘Mediterranean feel’ restaurant. Transforming a dark, dated interior into a fresh, light space was not for the faint hearted.





This project is dear to my heart! The brief was to create colourful, inspiring spaces for both the children’s bedroom &...
22/04/2021

This project is dear to my heart! The brief was to create colourful, inspiring spaces for both the children’s bedroom & playroom/therapy room as one of children is non-verbal. Educational art, colour & texture were all a part of the brief to bring white walls to life. Grateful text from my client: ‘We are in love with the subtle and yet dramatic change of beautiful selections and colour’ The joy on the children’s faces as their rooms were revealed was priceless.

Have you heard of Vastu Design? I hadn’t either until a client asked me to fully furnish their newly built Clarence Gar...
17/09/2020

Have you heard of Vastu Design? I hadn’t either until a client asked me to fully furnish their newly built Clarence Gardens home to these principles.
It is an ancient system of architecture embracing these basic five elements: Air, water, earth, fire and space.
Furniture, art, rugs and accessories were all specifically specifically selected and orientated to create harmony with the built structure.
Hero piece of the living room is a commissioned piece of art masterfully painted by custom sofa from and photography .macrow

Testimonial Tuesday! Was great working with Stuart to renovate his Tudor style home. He was ready to sell & move as hi...
08/06/2020

Testimonial Tuesday!
Was great working with Stuart to renovate his Tudor style home. He was ready to sell & move as his house was so dark. Not anymore!


Ok I know I’m stating the obvious but it’s freezing, I do suppose it is winter. My ideal June long weekend activity wou...
05/06/2020

Ok I know I’m stating the obvious but it’s freezing, I do suppose it is winter. My ideal June long weekend activity would be to tuck myself into this gorgeous king size bed, found at an Airbnb in Warradale SA that we designed last year and watch Netflix. My reality is far from that ... keep tuned to my stories this weekend to see what we’re up to 🥶









Everyone loves a before and after photo! The kitchen in this Adelaide Hills home had great bones, the layout practical ...
01/06/2020

Everyone loves a before and after photo! The kitchen in this Adelaide Hills home had great bones, the layout practical and the carcasses in good condition but it was dark and reminiscent of the 90’s. Solution: replace the cabinet doors, handles, select new tiles to replace the dark granite splash back and to complete the project a fresh coat of paint on the walls and the dark brick. Now the kitchen feels light, bright and more spacious.







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