HOW WE CAN WORK TOGETHER

Open-plan Greenwich apartment interior with dining area, layered seating, built-in cabinetry and large windows overlooking greenery.

INTERIOR DESIGN SERVICES ACROSS NORTHERN SYDNEY

Whether you need focused advice on colour or layout, help navigating a renovation or complete support for a full home, I offer experienced guidance at the level your project requires.

Most clients begin with an in-home consultation, where we can discuss your space, work through your priorities and clarify the most appropriate next step.

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Ways we can work together

Interior design projects can range from a few important decisions to a complete home requiring hundreds of choices, stages and moving parts.

You may need help choosing colour, planning a room or understanding what to do next. Or you may want someone to guide the entire process, manage the design decisions and help bring the home together from start to finish.

My services are tailored around the scope of your project, your priorities and the level of support you need.

  • IN-HOME CONSULTATION

    A focused session for homeowners who need expert input, clearer direction or support making a few important decisions with confidence.

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  • FULL-SERVICE INTERIOR DESIGN

    Comprehensive design support for larger projects, including full homes, renovations, new builds and multi-room transformations.

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  • INDIVIDUAL DESIGN SERVICES

    For smaller projects such as furniture selection, art procurement, colour guidance, window treatments or spatial planning, I’m here to help.

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FOCUSED ADVICE AND A PRACTICAL WAY FORWARD

In-home design or colour consultation

This focused consultation is for homeowners who want professional advice, greater clarity or help working through specific decisions in their home.

The session can cover general interior design, colour selection or a combination of both, depending on what you need.

Before the consultation, we’ll have a 20–30 minute phone call so I can understand what you’re trying to achieve. I may also review floor plans, real estate photography, inspiration images or other relevant information in advance, allowing me to prepare thoughtfully and bring suitable samples or references with me.

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During your consultation

We’ll spend approximately 90 minutes to two hours together, walking through your home, reviewing your plans and addressing the areas where you need guidance.

This may include:

  • colour, paint and finishes selections

  • spatial planning and furniture placement

  • renovation ideas and priorities

  • furniture, lighting, rugs, artwork or accessories

  • flooring, fabrics and window treatments

  • joinery or storage considerations

  • practical next steps and project sequencing

  • general guidance around budget, suppliers or trades

Following your consultation

I’ll prepare a detailed written report summarising what we discussed and outlining my recommendations.

Depending on the consultation, this may also include links, supplier or trade introductions, reference images and practical information to help you move forward.

If you would like further design support and the project is a good fit, I can also prepare a fee proposal for the next stage.

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  • "We recently engaged Kate for a consultation and the whole experience was fabulous! She was communicative and responsive in the lead up to the consultation. On the day she was interested in what we were trying to achieve and actually listened to what we said. We spent a very pleasant couple of hours discussing different possibilities. She had great and practical suggestions and opened our eyes to things we hadn't considered. The report/quote she delivered was comprehensive and aligned with our wishes and budget. I couldn't recommend Kate more highly to help create a home that you love."

    —Rebecca | West Pymble, NSW

INTERIOR DESIGN FROM START TO FINISH

Full-service interior design

Full-service interior design is for clients who want support across an entire home, renovation, new build or significant multi-room project.

This often suits busy professionals who don’t have the time to manage every decision themselves, as well as downsizers or retirees who may be feeling uncertain or overwhelmed by the process.

My role is to lead you through the stages, explain the options and undertake the overall design, while ensuring the final home reflects your needs, tastes and way of living.

Open-plan living and dining interior with built-in cabinetry, dining table, curved armchair and red floral arrangement in the foreground.

Full-service design may include:

  • spatial planning and floorplan layout

  • kitchen, bathroom or custom joinery design

  • colour and material selections

  • flooring, fabrics and window treatments

  • selection of furniture, lighting, artwork and accessories

  • sourcing and procurement

  • design documentation and visualisation

  • supplier and trade recommendations or liaison

  • installation and final styling

The exact inclusions and fee structure will depend on your project. Your proposal may include a combination of fixed-fee design stages and hourly support, all outlined clearly before we begin.

What this service gives you

You remain in charge of the important decisions, but you don’t have to carry the full weight of the process alone.

I’ll guide you through the stages, narrow the options and help you make informed decisions, so the home feels cohesive, sophisticated and perfectly suited to your needs.

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Contemporary North Sydney kitchen with dark timber cabinetry, marble splashback and island bench, styled with flowers and serving pieces.

  • "I hired Kate Kerin of Kate Kerin Interiors to refurbish my three-bedroom apartment in North Sydney. I found her incredibly easy to work with. She was responsive, professional, and very proactive. Kate took the time to understand the design direction I wanted to pursue and effectively interpreted my requirements into a cohesive style. Once the direction was set, she needed very little guidance. I could not be happier with the outcome, and I highly recommend Kate for any interior design projects."

    —Rod | North Sydney, NSW

Individual interior design services

  • Interior floor plan showing bedrooms, bathroom, study/playroom, balcony, stairs and room dimensions for spatial planning.

    SPATIAL PLANNING

    Thoughtful planning can improve how rooms function, connect and flow before furniture or finishes are selected.

  • Birchgrove living room with rust-coloured sofa, patterned cushions, floor-length curtains, timber coffee table and red floral arrangement.

    COLOUR & MATERIAL SELECTIONS

    I consider natural light, adjoining spaces, existing finishes and the atmosphere you want to create, helping you develop a palette that feels cohesive and appropriate.

  • Joinery design concepts showing four custom wall-unit options with shelving, cabinetry, colour treatments and integrated television space.

    JOINERY DESIGN

    Considered joinery concepts, drawn to scale, that respond to your storage needs, architecture and overall design direction.

  • Styled living room with black armchair, timber sideboard, indoor plants, framed artwork and a wall-mounted television.

    FURNITURE, ART AND ACCESSORIES

    I can source and select furniture, lighting, rugs, artwork and accessories that work together in scale, colour and character.

  • Kate Kerin styling built-in living room shelving with decorative objects, books, ceramics and plants around a television unit.

    PROCUREMENT AND FINISHING

    Where included in the scope, I can support ordering, supplier coordination, installation and the final styling layers that bring the home together.

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North Sydney penthouse bedroom with upholstered bed, layered neutral cushions, arched floor mirror and large abstract artwork.

Frequently asked questions

  • Most clients begin with an in-home consultation because it gives me the opportunity to understand the home, the project and the level of support required.

  • Yes. The consultation can focus on general design advice, colour selections or a combination of both.

  • Yes. I’ll prepare a detailed written report summarising what we discussed and outlining my recommendations. This may also include links, supplier details, trade suggestions, images or other useful references.

  • No. The consultation is designed to provide genuine value as a standalone service.

    If you would like further support and the project is a good fit, I can prepare a proposal for the next stage.

  • I work across Sydney’s north shore and surrounds, as well as the eastern suburbs, inner west and northern beaches.

    Travel outside the standard area may be considered depending on the project.

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Start with the right conversation

For most projects, an in-home design or colour consultation is the best place to begin.

But if you’d prefer to have a quick chat first, you can book a free 15-minute Discovery Call below.

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