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The Ultimate Design Experience ✨ Byron Bay Design Retreat | May 2026 We’re so excited to finally share what we’ve been quietly creating. Join Melissa Bonney, Founder & Creative Director of The Designory, for an exclusive in-person interior design retreat in Byron Bay — where relaxed luxury, thoughtful design and creative inspiration come together. Across one or two immersive days, you’ll experience: • Design workshops • Live Q&A sessions with Mel • Curated shopping & supplier visits • Intimate, designer-led conversations • Access to some of Byron Bay’s most beautiful spaces This retreat is designed to give you clarity, confidence and insider knowledge — whether you’re decorating, renovating, building, or simply passionate about great design. If you’ve ever wanted to understand how designers really think, refine your eye, and feel confident making design decisions — this experience is for you. ✨ Places are limited. Comment “BYRON BAY” below and we’ll DM you the booking link.

A little hello from us 👋 New here? Welcome. Been around for a while? Lovely to see you again. We’re Mel & Cat — the duo behind The Designory. Swipe to meet us and discover our story → We’re so glad you’re here — because this next chapter is all about helping you design better, live beautifully, and feel confident doing it. #TheDesignory #DesignBetter #AustralianDesign #DesignEducation #HomeDesign #InteriorDesignAustralia #DesignJourney #ByronBayDesign #DesignMadeAccessible

We’ve spent over a decade designing some of Australia’s most beautiful homes — and along the way, we realised something: everyone deserves access to great design, not just those working with a studio. That’s why we’ve reimagined what The Designory can be — transforming from a boutique studio into Australia’s first comprehensive design education platform. Whether you’re renovating, building, or simply dreaming, we’re here to help you design smarter, more confidently, and with less overwhelm. Our mission? To demystify design — and make professional insight, tools, and community available to every homeowner, wherever they are on their journey. Because beautiful, functional homes shouldn’t be exclusive — they should be achievable. #TheDesignory #DesignEducation #australianinteriors #australianhomes #australiandesign #interiordesign #homedecor #homedesign #interiorinspo #interiorstyling #homestyle #designinspiration #modernhome

Swipe through to see the transformation of our Ayana House project → When we bought this home it was completely derelict, A non-operational kitchen, leaking bathrooms, crumbling decks, tiles literally falling off the walls. What it is now… speaks for itself. But here’s the part most people don’t realise: every single plan we used to redesign this home is available on our website — including the working CAD files. Meaning you can take the exact same design thinking and adapt it to your own space. This is design, decoded. A smarter way to create a designer home — without hiring a designer. Explore via the link in bio. #beforeandafter #designerhome #homedesign #australiandesign

Where a designer stays… today we’ve landed at @spicersclovellyestate in the Sunshine Coast hinterland — though you’d swear you were somewhere in the French countryside. This is one of those rare places that doesn’t feel like a hotel… more like the most beautiful home you never want to leave. Every detail is considered, every comfort covered, paired with truly phenomenal service. And the restaurant? Next-level European dining — the kind you plan your whole stay around. If you’ve been searching for the perfect winter escape, this is your sign. Think slow mornings, glowing sunsets, s’mores + mulled wine by the firepit… winter the way it should be. #Coolcation season is calling — book your stay at @spicersclovellyestate Comment “Spicers” and we’ll DM you the link to our full video tour. #whereadesignerstays #sunshinecoastaustralia #amazinghotels #designertravel

We feel this deeply—creativity doesn’t exist in isolation. Art, interiors, fashion, design… they’re all in conversation, constantly influencing and responding to one another.

Final Call: The Ultimate Design Experience Byron Bay Design Retreat | May 15th and 16th 2026 After an incredible response, there are now just 2 places remaining, and bookings will be closing very soon. Join Melissa Bonney, Founder & Creative Director of The Designory, for an exclusive in-person interior design retreat in Byron Bay — where relaxed luxury, thoughtful design and creative inspiration come together. Across one or two immersive days, you’ll experience: • Design workshops • Live Q&A sessions with Mel • Curated shopping & supplier visits with us by your side • Private visit to Sikata House • Site tour of one of our projects • Intimate, designer-led conversations with industry experts • Access to some of Byron Bay’s most beautiful spaces This retreat is designed to give you clarity, confidence and insider knowledge — whether you’re decorating, renovating, building, or simply passionate about great design. If you’ve been thinking about joining us, this is your moment. Comment “BYRON BAY” below and we’ll DM you the final booking link. #whatsonbyronbay #byronbay #homedesign #homerenovation #interiordesign

I call this phase: bachelor colour hunting… when you like too many colours and simply cannot commit. Every swatch feels like “the one”… until the next one walks in 😅 Honestly, without @melbonney.creative I’d still be out here courting these colours for the next 5 years—only to fall for some younger, hotter paint at the last minute. Decision-making? Not my strong suit. Good thing I’ve got backup. #designmentor #thedesignory #realreno #banksiahouse

Nothing we love more than getting lost in a beautiful showroom—hours spent sifting through ideas, discovering textures, and finding the just right solutions for a space. We captured this at @sunshinelivingtileandstone in Noosa (literally a stone’s throw from the beach 🌊). Think rich terracotta and blushy tones, layered with natural stone, stunning porcelain, and so many thoughtful options. There’s something about seeing it all in person—materials, colours, combinations—you stumble across ideas you never would’ve imagined otherwise. Nothing quite beats it. #noosa #homedesign #tiles #interiors #australianhome

Interior crush 🤍 We’re always drawn to homes that feel truly collected—where every piece has a story, and together they create a space that feels layered, personal and lived in. It’s that sense of being surrounded by memories that turns a house into a home. via @christine_mytherapy #interiordesign #homedesign #homeoverhouse #homedecorating

Start your Saturday with a little sourcing stroll through @stylemyhome.au We popped in looking for layers for a coastal interior and came across so many beautiful pieces—linen bedheads, and of course our forever favourite: slipcover sofas. What we love most is that it’s not just Hamptons here. There’s a mix of styles, textures and tones that can work across so many different homes—and that kind of mix is often what brings a space to life. We’ll share a few standout finds with you soon… #interiordesign #homedesign #furnitureshopping #hamptonsstyle #dreamhome

Designing a kitchen properly takes time—layouts, clearances, joinery details, appliance planning… We’ve already done that work. This bundle includes 7 of our most-loved kitchens, fully documented and ready to hand to your builder or cabinet maker. Plus, you’ll get the CAD files—so you can adjust, customise, and make it your own. Think of it as your shortcut to a considered, designer kitchen. Comment KITCHEN BUNDLE for the link to the 7 Kitchen & laundry plan bundle!! Be quick! #interiordesign #homedesign #kitchendesign #dreamhome #australiandesign