how I work

The creative process of making a home intrigues me. I act as an assembler turning houses into homes. I’m not an interior designer who does plans. I feel a space and go piece by piece with what works next to something else. Things that don’t match but talk to each other and create a conversation. Another way to describe what I do would be to call me an aesthetic consultant. Someone who helps create a home you are connected to in a way that has you feeling it’s where you’d rather be more than anywhere else in the world. Each room unique and true to the people who live there.

I believe good design adds meaning to the way we live and work. The origin of things plays an important role along with form and function. Fuelled by the belief that each room has its own intrinsic character I work instinctively finding the harmony between the architecture, furniture, objects and art. Old becomes new again. I create rooms to be lived in, not looked at.

I’ve been told I’m known for my distinctly unique eclectic look. When working with you it’s not about me, but you. Together we find your sense of ‘you’. My clients find me mostly because they know my past or by word of mouth. They have liked what they’ve seen. We need to choose each other. I have to understand who they are as they are the ones who will live in the finished space. A home that has the stamp of the people who live there. If your priority is wanting a comfortable, welcoming feel we think similarly.

For an environment to move you it must be cohesive, but also have an element of surprise. Wholehearted wellbeing is at the core of my approach. There’s beauty to be found in everyday humble, natural things especially those where you feel the hand of the maker.

With an unwavering respect for the worn, woven and grown I create eclectic mixes and add some thoughtful modern design to spice things up.

I’m not interested in trends, believe good design endures and has an easy timelessness about it. Mixing old and new I’m a sounding board to help you choose a palette and source things. Together we arrive at a place you love made up of pieces that are a personal mix.

The first step to any good relationship with longevity is understanding. I begin by listening to what it is you are wanting. The atmosphere you dream of surrounding yourself with. What you need and want. What you are prepared to let go of. What stays and why.

Through a sharing of ideas, I interpret what moves and changes are needed. By encouraging you to expand your vision and explore ideas you might not otherwise have considered we move the boundaries. I direct your vision and desires into thoughtful spaces, ones you become fond of and where you feel totally comfortable. It’s a lot of fun.

This doesn’t happen all at once but in a considered, gradual way as suggestions or special found objects find their way into your heart and home the layers build. They become your story.

Some changes might be big, others small. Most importantly it involves building a rapport and an understanding of how you want to live.

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Initial consultation - 2 hour minimum

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People who live in houses I’ve helped make homes say:

‘Totally true. No embellishment…We've had many houses over the years, but I've never really felt at home - not until Victoria walked through the door. She has helped us to 'grow' a home that is distinctly ours by helping us to realise what we love amongst what we already have.  She's also helped us to discover new things and ways to express our creativity. I now have a home I don't want to leave. She's shown us there's no sweeter thing, and that's a real gift.’ - V.

Victoria’s mastery is in helping us express our personal style and soul in a way we couldn’t have even imagined. She somehow knows our taste better than we do and brings it all to life in a way we could have never dreamed of. We engaged Victoria as we began the very daunting task of building a home. She quickly became our rock throughout the process, keeping us both inspired and sane from beginning to end. The results were not only extraordinary, but now, 10 years after our home was furnished, we continue to consult Victoria not only for fresh touches but as a trusted friend. - M & D.

‘Victoria has brought an artistic and tasteful eye to every aspect of design and structural issues for our house…all the time with the intent of making a home which is liveable and loveable.’ - R.   

‘I think I have been wishing for you all my life.’ - H.L.

‘Absolutely stunning, Victoria. We couldn't do it without you. The kids love it too.’ - E.

‘House looks and feels great. Very comfortable. Thank you.’ - H.G. 

victoria@victoriaalexander.com.au