Design that feels like home — and works like a dream.

We craft timeless interiors for Australian homes and workplaces, blending coastal calm with modern function. From Sydney apartments to Melbourne offices.

62 Buckingham St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia +61283992103 brightharbo@gmail.com
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What We Do

Interior Design Services

From concept to completion for homes, hospitality, and workplaces.

Residential interior design
Residential Design

Apartments, townhouses, coastal homes — layouts, finishes, furnishings, and styling.

  • Space planning & zoning
  • Finish & material palettes
  • Furniture & lighting selection
Workplace and commercial interior design
Workplace & Commercial

Offices, clinics, retail & hospitality with acoustic comfort and brand expression.

  • Concept & test fits
  • Joinery & detail drawings
  • Tender & site coordination
Styling and staging service
Styling & Staging

Finishing touches for sale campaigns or photo-ready reveal days.

  • Soft furnishings & art curation
  • On-site styling team
  • Photographer coordination
Kitchen and bathroom design
Kitchen & Bathroom Design

High-function wet areas with durable finishes and efficient storage.

  • Layout & appliance planning
  • Benchtops, tiling, fixtures
  • Detailed joinery drawings
Remote e-design package
E-Design (Remote)

Online package for any AU location — concepts, shopping lists, and guides.

  • Video consults
  • Mood boards & layouts
  • Shop-ready specification list

Featured Projects

A snapshot across Australia.

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Coastal apartment in Sydney
Coastal Apartment, Sydney
Soft neutrals, oak, linen textures
Brisbane family home kitchen
Family Kitchen, Brisbane
Warm stone, practical flow
Melbourne creative office
Creative Office, Melbourne
Biophilic touches, flexible zones

Our Process

Simple steps from hello to handover.

1
Discovery

Brief, budget & timeline alignment via call.

2
Concept

Mood boards, layouts, palette directions.

3
Detail

Documentation, joinery, and selections.

4
Delivery

Procurement, site coordination & styling.

BrightHarbo studio in Surry Hills
A working corner of our Surry Hills studio.

Our Studio in Surry Hills

BrightHarbo is not just an office; it’s a hands-on workshop where finishes are compared under real Australian light, layouts are refined on tracing paper, and details are debated with the same care as a joiner’s miter. Tucked a short walk from Central Station, our space is deliberately calm: pale timber, soft acoustics, and generous benching so samples can breathe.

Clients tell us the studio feels like a thinking room. We agree. Here we can pin up alternative kitchen elevations, place stones side by side, and evaluate a NSW terrace’s palette as if it were already built. When decisions need confidence, we rely on real materials in real scale, not just screens.

What you’ll find

  • Curated libraries of timber veneers, low-VOC paints, recycled stone, outdoor fabrics, and architectural hardware.
  • Large pin-boards for concept narratives, wayfinding sketches, and lighting layers.
  • Quiet corners for budget workshops and procurement planning.
“Good interiors don’t shout; they negotiate—between light, texture, and how people move.”

How a studio session runs

  1. Orientation: a quick tour, espresso in hand, and a recap of goals.
  2. Comparisons: we test benchtops against cabinet tones, check gloss levels, and review floor transitions.
  3. Decisions: selections are documented; next steps and lead times are confirmed.
Acoustics
Soft panels and cork flooring keep conversations clear during reviews.
Lighting
CRI-high fittings reveal subtle differences between oak tones and stones.

We also host trade reviews—joiners bring mockups, electricians check switching logic, and our team marks drawings directly. For remote clients, we prepare kits: labeled swatches, printed layouts to scale, and a concise brief so you can decide with the same clarity at home.

62 Buckingham St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia · +61283992103 · brightharbo@gmail.com

Booking is simple: choose a slot, tell us your priorities, and arrive ready to touch, compare, and choose. If you can’t visit, we’ll mirror the session on video and courier samples. Either way, you’ll leave with a confident scheme and a practical path to build it.


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Studio Method

Design Principles

The rules we rely on to create calm, functional spaces.

01
Zoning & Flow

We structure rooms for movement and sightlines, balancing storage with negative space for visual rest.

  • Clear circulation paths between key functions.
  • Consistent datum lines and door swings.
  • Furnishing scaled to room proportions.
02
Color & Material Harmony

Australian light loves muted, warm neutrals. We layer textures — timber, stone, fabric — for depth that photographs beautifully.

  • Three-tone palette with accent restraint.
  • Low-VOC finishes and durable surfaces.
  • Lighting temperatures matched per zone.
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Specification Essentials

Materials Guide — AU Climate

Durable picks that handle heat, humidity and coastal air.

Low-VOC Paints

Better indoor air quality and faster cure times for occupied homes.

  • Finish: low-sheen walls, washable matt in high-traffic zones
  • Ceilings: flat to hide imperfections
  • Exterior: UV-stable acrylics for coastal glare
Use in: Bedrooms Care: Mild soap
Engineered Timber

Stable against expansion/contraction — ideal for coastal cities.

  • Core: multi-ply for dimensional stability
  • Top layer: 3–6 mm oak for refinishing
  • Finish: matt hardwax oil (warm, repairable)
Use in: Living Care: Damp mop
Reconstituted Stone

Consistent slabs, less maintenance than porous natural stone.

  • Benchtops: 20–40 mm with pencil edge
  • Heat: use trivets to avoid shock
  • Seams: align with cabinet breaks
Use in: Kitchens Care: pH-neutral
Porcelain Tiles

Low water absorption and high wear resistance for wet areas and outdoors.

  • Rating: R10–R12 slip for bathrooms/exteriors
  • Joint: 2–3 mm with color-matched grout
  • Patios: 20 mm pavers on pedestals
Use in: Baths Care: Non-acidic
Outdoor Fabrics

Solution-dyed acrylics resist UV fade and mildew in coastal air.

  • Covers: removable with zips
  • Foam: quick-dry reticulated for decks
  • Shade: test under daylight for true tone
Use in: Balconies Care: Hose down
Marine-Grade Hardware

316 stainless or solid brass avoids corrosion near the ocean.

  • Finish: brushed or PVD for durability
  • Fasteners: match grade to hardware
  • Maintenance: rinse salt film periodically
Use in: Entries Care: Fresh water
Spec tip: order large samples (A4+), view under warm and cool lighting, and test against flooring to avoid metamerism.
Material samples and mood board

Materially responsible. Calmly modern.

We prioritise low-VOC paints, FSC timber and durable finishes suitable for Australia’s climate.

  • Sustainable selections
  • Safety & accessibility
  • Client-first collaboration
Service Bundles

Packages

Flexible options for every brief.

Starter

Perfect for 1–2 rooms.

  • Concept board & layout
  • Colour & material guide
  • Shopping list

Commercial

Office, retail, hospitality.

  • Test fit & design intent
  • Detail drawings
  • Tender & site coordination
Supply Network

Trusted Suppliers

Materials and furniture brands we specify across Australia.

Dulux
Caesarstone
Polytec
Herman Miller
Fritz Hansen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — we service NSW, VIC, QLD and WA, with virtual consults nationwide.

Concepts in 2–3 weeks, documentation 3–6 weeks, delivery 4–12 weeks depending on scope.

Absolutely. We coordinate trusted builders, joiners, and electricians and provide site oversight.

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