FREE Design Kickstarters
At The Designory, we believe great design should be accessible to everyone. That’s why we’ve created a collection of design resources to help you bring your dream home to life with confidence. From practical guides and expert tips, our resources are designed to inspire and empower you at every stage of your project. Whether you’re refreshing a single room or planning a full renovation, these tools make it easier to achieve a beautifully considered space without the guesswork.
Discover the power of colour in your home with our expert digital guide from The Designory.
Whether you’re drawn to bold hues or soft neutrals, colour has the ability to shape mood, enhance space, and bring personality to every room. This practical and inspiring guide shows you how to use colour with confidence—so you can stop second-guessing and start designing.
Packed with tips, tricks and expert insights, this DESIGN KICKSTARTER demystifies colour psychology, palette selection, and placement strategy. From common mistakes to clever styling ideas, it’s your go-to toolkit for avoiding overwhelm and achieving balance.
What’s inside:
How colour affects space, mood and energy
The biggest colour mistakes (and how to avoid them)
Top 10 expert tips for choosing and using colour
Frequently asked questions answered by our design team
Real-life colour stories and styling inspiration
Bonus: Curated links for further reading and resources
Take control of your home’s energy future—without the overwhelm.
As energy prices climb and environmental awareness grows, making your home more energy efficient is one of the smartest and most future-focused investments you can make. Whether you're building, renovating, or retrofitting, this DESIGN KICKSTART breaks down the most impactful energy upgrades—so you can cut long-term costs, boost comfort, and lift your home's value.
This resource covers:
Where to start (without the confusion)
High-return upgrades for every budget
Passive design principles that do the heavy lifting
Smart tech and renewable prep that future-proof your home
Rebates and incentives available across Australia
Why homeowners love this guide:
Many want to build greener, but don’t know what’s worth the investment or how to prioritise. This guide simplifies the process, showing that even small upgrades—like sealing gaps or switching to LED lighting—can deliver immediate results.
Your home’s entry and hallways are more than just pass-through spaces — they’re the first impression, the transition zone, and the daily drop-off point for life’s little essentials. This DESIGN KICKSTARTER is your go-to resource for transforming these often-overlooked areas into beautifully styled, functional, and welcoming moments in the home.
Whether you’re dealing with a compact entrance or a long, narrow hallway, this guide walks you through how to elevate these spaces with intention, warmth, and purpose.
Inside, you’ll find:
✔️ 10 design-forward styling tips for any hallway or entry
✔️ Solutions for common issues like clutter, lack of light, or small footprints
✔️ Smart storage ideas to reduce mess and boost functionality
✔️ Styling inspiration from real-life entryway transformations
✔️ FAQs covering layout, lighting, colour, and more
Perfect for renovators, stylists, or anyone craving a more intentional welcome home.
Because your home’s first impression should be as thoughtful as the rest.
Bring warmth, softness, and movement into your home with one of design’s most timeless elements: the curve. This beautifully curated guide explores how rounded forms can transform spaces—adding balance, emotional resonance, and visual rhythm to modern interiors that often feel hard-edged or clinical.
Whether you’re introducing a single arched doorway or layering scalloped joinery and curved furniture, this DESIGN KICKSTARTER walks you through the art of softening spaces with intention and clarity. You’ll learn practical tips, smart styling ideas, and design strategies that suit a wide range of aesthetics—from coastal to Art Deco.
What’s inside:
✔️ How to use curves to counterbalance boxy architecture
✔️ Top 10 expert styling tips for incorporating curves
✔️ FAQs on proportion, materiality, DIY arches, and more
✔️ Inspiration images and room-by-room curve applications
✔️ Ideas for furniture, joinery, lighting, and layered finishes
Whether you’re renovating or simply refreshing a space, this is your go-to guide for creating interiors that feel inviting, elegant, and deeply connected to the human experience.
Because straight lines may build a room—but it’s the curves that bring it to life.
Your flooring is more than just a surface — it’s the foundation for how your home looks, feels, and functions. This DESIGN KICKSTARTER takes the guesswork out of choosing the right flooring by breaking down everything from material options and maintenance tips to acoustic impact and climate suitability.
Whether you're drawn to the natural beauty of timber, the durability of hybrid planks, or the cool modernity of polished concrete, this guide helps you weigh style against practicality — so you can make confident, long-lasting decisions. It’s your ultimate cheat sheet for selecting flooring that aligns with your aesthetic and enhances daily living.
Inside you'll find:
✔ A breakdown of flooring types: timber, tile, concrete, stone, carpet & more
✔ Design-approved tips for cohesion, comfort, and durability
✔ Expert guidance on function, climate, and lifestyle fit
✔ FAQs and inspiration from real home design projects
Why you'll love it:
Say goodbye to confusion and costly mistakes. This is the go-to flooring resource for renovators, builders, and design lovers ready to get it right — from the ground up.
Colour isn’t just decoration — it’s atmosphere, energy, and emotion. The right paint palette can completely transform how your home feels and functions. We take the mystery out of colour selection by exploring the psychology of hues, practical tips for application, and the impact of palette choices on mood and style.
Whether you’re drawn to calming neutrals, bold statement tones, or soft, earthy shades, this guide helps you balance design intuition with proven principles — so you can make confident, creative choices that enhance every room. It’s your ultimate cheat sheet for using colour with purpose.
Inside you’ll find:
✔ A breakdown of colour families and the moods they create
✔ Designer-approved palettes for different styles and spaces
✔ Expert tips on lighting, proportion, and flow
✔ Real-life inspiration from interiors that use colour to its full potential
Why you’ll love it:
Say goodbye to colour overwhelm and second-guessing. This is the go-to paint and palette resource for renovators, decorators, and design lovers ready to create interiors that feel as good as they look.
Forget one-size-fits-all furniture. Built-in joinery is one of the most powerful design elements you can invest in — offering custom storage, visual harmony, and functionality tailored to how you actually live. Whether you’re planning a new home or renovating an existing one, this free guide helps you design joinery that’s not only practical but also beautifully considered.
Explore how to make the most of your space with clever solutions for every room — from seamless wardrobes and stylish study nooks to mudrooms, media units, and pantries that do it all.
Inside, you’ll get:
✔️ 10 expert design tips to help you plan smart, long-lasting built-ins
✔️ Answers to common questions on materials, layout, cost, and lighting
✔️ Inspiration from beautifully executed joinery across different zones
✔️ Advice on how to blend style with storage without sacrificing either
If you’ve ever wished for more space, better flow, or furniture that just fits, this guide is your starting point.
✨ Free to download. Easy to action. Designed to inspire.
Looking for ways to create your perfect wardrobe? Use our 3 top tips and tricks we implement in our designs to create a robe that is both functional and pleasing to the eye. DOWNLOAD NOW FOR FREE and create your perfect robes with ease - and a designer's touch!
Look up — your ceiling deserves a moment.
Often overlooked, your ceiling is prime real estate for adding depth, drama, and design personality. This DESIGN KICKSTARTER shows you how to transform “just a ceiling” into a striking feature that elevates your entire space from the top down.
From architectural detailing to bold paint choices, textural treatments to statement lighting, you’ll discover how the right ceiling design can change the mood, proportion, and character of a room.
Inside you’ll find:
✔ Design techniques to make ceilings a standout feature
✔ Tips for using colour, texture, and lighting overhead
✔ Inspiration from interiors that nail the look
✔ Practical advice for scale, proportion, and style cohesion
Why you’ll love it:
Because great design is about more than what’s at eye level. With this guide, you’ll start seeing your ceiling as a fifth wall — full of possibility, personality, and impact.
Ready to create a bathroom that feels as good as it looks?
Whether you're updating a tired ensuite or planning a full bathroom renovation, this free guide will walk you through the must-knows for designing a space that balances practicality with style. From layout planning and waterproofing to fixture selection and lighting design, Bathroom Upgrades: Designing Functional and Stylish Spaces helps you avoid common mistakes and make confident, informed choices.
Inside you'll find:
How to plan your bathroom around function, flow, and user needs
Popular layout types (and what suits your home best)
Tips for choosing materials, tiles, fixtures, and lighting
Expert advice on waterproofing, budget planning, and storage
Answers to top renovation FAQs — including timing, council approval, and hidden costs
Who’s it for?
This resource is perfect for homeowners, renovators, interior designers, or anyone dreaming of a better bathroom.
ART THAT ACTUALLY WORKS IN YOUR SPACE? START HERE.
We’ve all seen it — that artwork that feels just a little too high, too small, or just off. Beautiful piece, but something’s not quite clicking.
In our latest guide, Art Placement: Elevating Your Interiors with Intention and Impact, we share how to stop hanging art like an afterthought — and start placing it like a designer.
From gallery walls and scale rules to styling shelves and statement pieces, we cover:
✔ The exact height to hang your art
✔ How to group and anchor pieces to your furniture
✔ Lighting tips, layering tricks, and frame mixing that actually works
✔ And the biggest mistakes we see over and over again
Plus — a full FAQ section and our Top 10 Placement Tips to keep and revisit every time you refresh a wall.
Because the truth is, art isn’t just décor. It’s energy, memory, identity — and it deserves to be seen, not just stuck up.
Ready to create art moments that stop you in your tracks?
✨ Free to download. Easy to action. Designed to inspire.
Choosing the perfect splashback can be overwhelming—but we’re here to make it simple. This free 7-page guide is packed with expert tips to help you select the ideal finishing touch for your kitchen with confidence. Download now and get the designer insight you need, fuss-free!
Make a statement with colour — like a designer.
Colour blocking isn’t just a trend — it’s a powerful design tool that can transform a room from “nice” to wow. This DESIGN KICKSTART walks you through the art of using bold, intentional colour to create impact, define spaces, and express your unique style.
From pairing unexpected hues to playing with scale and proportion, you’ll learn how to make colour work hard for you — whether you’re refreshing a single room or reimagining your whole home.
Inside you’ll find:
✔ The design principles behind successful colour blocking
✔ Tips for balancing boldness with cohesion
✔ Inspiration from real homes that do it brilliantly
✔ Easy-to-follow ideas for any budget or skill level
Why you’ll love it:
Because colour should feel fun, fearless, and deeply personal. With this guide, you’ll have the confidence to go bold, stay stylish, and create spaces that make you smile every time you walk in.
Transform your space with the power of fabric.
From the perfect linen throw to a show-stopping velvet armchair, textiles do more than soften a space — they shape how it feels, functions, and flows. This DESIGN KICKSTART guide helps you confidently choose and style fabrics that match your lifestyle, elevate your interiors, and stand the test of time.
Whether you’re decorating a whole home or refreshing a single room, Textile Selection: Choosing Fabrics for Comfort and Style gives you the expert advice you need to get it right.
Inside, you’ll learn how to:
Pick the right fabric for every space and purpose
Mix textures, tones, and textiles for a designer look
Avoid common mistakes with scale, wear, and cohesion
Style with intention using rugs, cushions, curtains, and more
Make smart choices for families, pets, and allergies
Want to maximise natural light and airflow in your home like a pro? This free 13-page guide shares The Designory’s expert tips and tricks to help you create brighter, breezier spaces in your renovation or new build. Download now and bring light into your home—with a designer’s touch!
Where do you start when designing your kitchen? As one of the most important rooms in the home, it's also the trickiest to get right. Use our key elements to help you design and detail a kitchen you'll love. DOWNLOAD NOW FOR FREE and create your perfect kitchen with ease - and a designer's touch!
Restoring a historic home is more than a renovation — it’s a conversation between past and present. This DESIGN KICKSTARTER takes you through the art of honouring heritage character while introducing the comforts and functionality of modern living.
From original timber floors and ornate ceilings to contemporary kitchens and energy-efficient upgrades, this guide helps you strike the perfect balance. It’s your roadmap to creating a home that feels timeless, liveable, and uniquely yours.
Inside you’ll find:
✔ Practical strategies for preserving period features while upgrading essentials
✔ Guidance on sympathetic material choices and finishes
✔ Expert insights on navigating regulations, approvals, and heritage overlays
✔ Inspiring case studies of historic homes reimagined for today
Why you’ll love it:
No more guesswork, compromises, or renovation regrets. This is the go-to resource for anyone tackling a historic property — from seasoned renovators to first-time buyers — ready to create a home that respects its past while embracing the future.
Ready to breathe new life into your home?
This Design Quickstart is your go-to guide for styling with indoor plants — helping you turn greenery into a powerful design tool that transforms any space.
Whether you're decorating with intention or just trying to keep your pothos alive, Indoor Plants: Bringing Nature Indoors will help you choose the right plants, style them beautifully, and keep them thriving.
Inside you’ll discover:
How to select the right plant for your lighting and lifestyle
Expert styling tips to integrate greenery into your home like a pro
Common mistakes (and how to avoid them)
A breakdown of plant-friendly design ideas by room and function
Easy-care plant recommendations, pest tips, soil advice, and more
Who’s it for?
Ideal for beginners, renters, seasoned plant lovers, and interior enthusiasts who want to create a calming, stylish environment with the help of nature.
Whether you’re creating a mini jungle, a serene spa bathroom, or a fresh office nook, this guide will help you grow your plant confidence — and your design impact.
Create rooms that feel balanced, comfortable and uniquely yours with our expert guide from The Designory.
Furniture doesn’t just fill a room — it defines how you live in it. From comfort and flow to zoning and style, the right pieces (and where you place them) can completely transform a space. This guide is your roadmap to choosing and arranging furniture with intention and ease.
Perfect for homeowners, renovators or anyone feeling unsure about furniture fit and function, this free download offers clear advice, proven layout strategies and fresh inspiration to help you avoid common mistakes and elevate your interiors.
What’s inside:
The core principles of smart furniture selection and placement
The biggest pitfalls (like oversized sofas or awkward layouts) and how to avoid them
Top 10 expert tips for choosing and arranging pieces
Most-asked furniture questions, answered by our design team
Real-room layout inspiration you can adapt for your home
Bonus: Curated links for deeper learning and product ideas
Whether you’re refreshing a lounge, styling a bedroom or planning an open-plan renovation, this guide helps you create spaces that feel intentional, inviting and just right for the way you live.
✨ Free to download. Instantly actionable. Made to simplify good design.
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Navigating the NSW Housing Pattern Book
NSW just dropped $1 home plans — but there’s a catch…
Download our latest guide written to help you navigate the Pattern Book, explore what it includes, what’s missing and how to fill in the gaps!