# Findlay & Co ## Pages - [Professional Set Styling NSW | Photo & Film | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/set-styling): Professional set styling services across NSW — custom sets, prop sourcing and pre-production for photo and film shoots. Findlay & Co brings the same considered aesthetic to every frame. - [Design Decision Intensive | Expert Renovation Guidance NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/design-decision-intensive): A focused 3-hour session with Naomi Findlay to resolve your renovation decisions before costly mistakes are locked in. $1,199. Available in-person Hunter Region or online Australia-wide. - [The Christmas Studio ](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/christmas-studio): A unique Christmas experience in the Hunter Region — wreath bar sessions, handmade ceramics & garden apothecary. 30 mins from Newcastle. 5–8 November 2026. - [Interior Design Virtual Consultation | Australia-Wide | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/interior-design-virtual-consultation): Access expert interior design guidance online — wherever you are in Australia. Findlay & Co delivers virtual design consultations tailored to your renovation or new build project. - [Interior Styling Virtual Consultation](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/interior-styling-virtual-consultation) - [Commercial Furniture Fitouts NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/furniture-fitouts): Bespoke furniture fitout services for boutique commercial spaces across NSW. Findlay & Co curates, sources and installs furniture that reflects your brand, suits your space and endures over time. - [Boutique Commercial & Hospitality Interior Design NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/commercial-interior-design): Boutique commercial and hospitality interior design across NSW. Findlay & Co creates layered, experiential spaces for cafés, wellness venues, boutique accommodation and creative studios. - [Consultations](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/consultations): Your design journey begins with us having a consultation to understand your vision, preferences, and lifestyle to craft an interior design that's uniquely yours. - [Portfolio - Lorn Rose Farm](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/portfolio-lorn-rose-farm): A portfolio of our interior design and styling project at Lorn Rose Farm - [Portfolio - Waukivory Estate](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/portfolio-waukivory): A portfolio of our interior design and styling project at Portfolio - Waukivory Estate - [Portfolio - Warrawee](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/portfolio-warrawee): A portfolio of our interior design and styling project at Portfolio - Warrawee NSW - [Portfolio - Branxton Bank](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/portfolio-branxton-bank): A portfolio of our interior design and styling project at Portfolio - Branxton Bank - [Interior Design Mentoring | Hunter Region & Online | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/mentoring): Private interior design and styling mentoring with Naomi Findlay. Gain clarity, avoid costly mistakes and achieve your vision — available in the Hunter Region and online Australia-wide. - [Online Interior Design Service Australia | E-Design | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/e-design): Expert online interior design for renovations and new builds — anywhere in Australia. Naomi Findlay delivers moodboards, design schedules and material selections. From $797. - [Renovation Project Management NSW | Interior Design | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/project-management): Renovation project management in NSW backed by 15+ years of interior design experience. Findlay & Co coordinates trades, documentation and timelines — so your project runs to plan. - [Frequently Asked Questions | Working With Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/faq): Everything you want to know about working with Findlay & Co — from what to expect at your first consultation to how our interior design process works across NSW and the Hunter Region. - [Interior Styling Service NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/interior-styling): Professional residential interior styling in NSW — helping homeowners create beautiful, functional spaces that reflect their personal style. In-person across the Hunter Region and virtually Australia-wide. - [Testimonials](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/testimonials): Hear what our clients have to say about working with us through their testimonials. - [Clay-Bead Making Workshop](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/clay-bead-workshop): In-person workshop in Newcastle/Hunter Valley region. Online Course available instantly. - [About Naomi Findlay | Award-Winning Interior Designer NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/about): Meet Naomi Findlay — award-winning collaborative interior designer, PhD in medical science, and founder of Findlay & Co. Designing layered, liveable spaces across NSW for over 15 years. - [Discovery Call](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/discovery): Book a Project Discovery Call with Naomi Findlay. Projects include renovations, Interior Design & Decorating, property styling. - [Portfolio](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/portfolio): A portfolio of our interior design and styling projects. - [Online Interior Decorating Service Australia | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/e-decorating): Transform any room with Findlay & Co's e-decorating service — a 100% online, personalised decorating package available to homeowners anywhere in Australia. Packages from $499. - [Contact](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/contact): Contact us to see how we can help bring your interior design vision to life. Commercial & Residential Interior Design & Styling Services. - [DIY](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/diy) - [Kokedama Making Workshop](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/kokedama-workshop): In-person workshop in Newcastle/Hunter Valley region. Online Course available instantly. - [Workshops](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/events): Every year we host a range of Creative Interior Decorating & Styling Workshops in the Newcastle NSW region. Come along for a great day out with your friends. - [Bespoke Residential Interior Design NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/interior-design): Collaborative residential interior design across NSW and the Hunter Region. From renovations to new builds, Findlay & Co guides every stage — concept, documentation, build coordination and styling. - [Portfolio - Carrington House](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/portfolio-carrington): A portfolio of our interior design and styling project at Portfolio - Carrington House - [Christmas Decorating Workshop](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/christmas-decorating-workshop): Included: All items to make wreaths and decor. Christmas cheer, drinks and refreshments. Bookings Essential - [Design Process Masterclass](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/design-process-masterclass): An exclusive design journey at my studio in Carrington House, where you'll discover the secrets to creating a home that truly reflects who you are. - [Collaborative Interior Designer NSW | Findlay & Co](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/): Award-winning collaborative interior designer in NSW creating layered, liveable homes and boutique commercial spaces. Serving the Hunter Region and beyond. Book a free discovery call. - [50 Interior Styling Tips](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/50-interior-styling-tips) ## Blog - [Designing a Home That Knows Where It Is](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/designing-a-home-that-knows-where-it-is) by Naomi Findlay (Sep 7, 2026): Place-based connection is one of the most undervalued principles in biophilic design. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains what it means — and how to bring more of it into your home. - [Water, Air, and the Senses We Forget to Design For](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/water-air-and-the-senses-we-forget-to) by Naomi Findlay (Aug 24, 2026): The senses we forget to design for — smell, air quality, the sound of water — are the ones that most shape how a home feels. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains why they matter. - [The Hidden Stress in Your Home's Colour Palette — What the Research Says](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/hidden-stress-in-your-homes-colour-pallet) by Naomi Findlay (Aug 10, 2026): Colour affects the nervous system in measurable ways. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains what the research says about colour and wellbeing — and how to choose a palette that actually supports you. - [Why Natural Materials Feel Different — The Science Behind the Sensation](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/why-natural-materials-feel-different) by Naomi Findlay (Jul 27, 2026): The preference for natural materials isn't just aesthetic — it's biological. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains the science behind why timber, stone, and linen feel the way they do. - [What Your Home Sounds Like — And Why It Matters More Than You Think](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/what-your-home-sounds-like-and-why-it) by Naomi Findlay (Jul 13, 2026): The acoustic environment of your home has a measurable effect on stress, sleep, and cognitive performance. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains what good acoustic design looks like in a real home. - [What Indoor Plants Actually Do — And Why Most Homes Don't Have Enough of Them](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/what-indoor-plants-actually-do-and-why) by Naomi Findlay (Jun 29, 2026): The science on indoor plants is more nuanced than the headlines suggest. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains what plants actually do for human wellbeing — and how to design with them intentionally. - [Why Where You Sit Matters More Than You Think](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/why-where-you-sit-matters) by Naomi Findlay (Jun 15, 2026): Prospect and refuge is one of the most powerful — and most overlooked — principles in biophilic design. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains what it is and how it shapes every room in your home. - [The Light Your Home Is Missing — And What It's Costing You](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/the-light-your-home-is-missing) by Naomi Findlay (Jun 1, 2026): Natural light does far more than illuminate a room. Interior designer Naomi Findlay explains what good light design actually looks like — and why it matters for how you feel at home. - [Biophilic Design Is More Than a Mood Board — Here's What the Research Actually Says](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/biophilic-design-is-more-than-a-mood) by Naomi Findlay (May 18, 2026): Biophilic design is more than a trend — it's biology. Naomi Findlay (PhD, medical science) explains what the research really says about designing for human wellbeing. - [What Interior Designers Actually Do During a Renovation in NSW](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/what-interior-designers-do-during-renovation-nsw) by Naomi Findlay (Apr 15, 2026): It's not mood boards and paint colours. Findlay & Co breaks down the full 5-stage designer role during a renovation in NSW — from spatial planning and documentation to builder coordination and final styling. - [Designing Homes That Work as Well as They Look](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/functional-beauty-designing-homes-that-work-nsw) by Naomi Findlay (Apr 15, 2026): A space that doesn't work for the people who live in it isn't beautiful. Findlay & Co explains the philosophy of functional beauty — and how we design homes in NSW that look good and live well. - [Why You Should Plan Interior Flow Before Choosing Finishes: The Sequence That Changes Everything](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/why-plan-interior-flow-before-choosing-finishes-nsw) by Naomi Findlay (Apr 15, 2026): Starting your renovation with tiles and tapware? You're starting at the wrong end. Findlay & Co explains why interior flow comes first — and how getting the sequence right changes everything. - [How Interior Designers Communicate With Builders in NSW: A Guide for Homeowners](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/how-interior-designers-communicate-with-builders-nsw) by Naomi Findlay (Apr 15, 2026): Poor designer-builder communication causes most renovation delays. Findlay & Co explains how collaborative interior designers in NSW communicate with builders — and what good looks like in practice. - [How We Guide Decision-Making With Clients: The Collaborative Approach to Interior Design](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/how-we-guide-decision-making-with-clients-interior-design-nsw) by Naomi Findlay (Apr 15, 2026): At Findlay & Co, decisions aren't made for clients — they're made with them. Naomi Findlay explains the collaborative approach that turns uncertainty into confident, considered choices. - [Questions To Ask Before Signing With a Designer](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/questions-to-ask-before-signing-with-an-interior-designer-nsw) by Naomi Findlay (Apr 9, 2026): Before you hire an interior designer in NSW, ask these questions. Findlay & Co gives you the exact questions that reveal process, fees, communication style and whether this designer is the right fit. - [How to Create a Cohesive Interior Design Aesthetic](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/cohesive-interior-design-aesthetic-home) by Naomi Findlay (Mar 20, 2026): Creating a cohesive interior isn't about matching everything — it's about connected decisions. Findlay & Co's practical guide for homeowners planning a renovation or whole-home refresh in NSW. - [Why Every Detail Matters in Interior Design: How Thoughtful Design Decisions Shape Better Homes](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/why-every-detail-matters-in-interior) by Naomi Findlay (Mar 20, 2026): Discover why thoughtful design details shape better homes. Findlay & Co explains how materials, lighting and spatial planning influence successful renovations across NSW. - [What to Consider Before Hiring an Interior Designer for Your Renovation or New Build](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/what-to-consider-before-hiring-an-interior-designer) by Naomi Findlay (Mar 20, 2026): Planning a renovation or new build? Learn what to consider before hiring an interior designer — and how collaborative design supports smoother construction across NSW. - [From Concept to Completion How Collaborative Interior Design Supports Renovations & New Builds in NSW](https://www.findlayandco.com.au/blog/from-concept-to-completion) by Naomi Findlay (Mar 20, 2026): Discover how collaborative interior design supports smoother renovations and new builds across NSW — with early planning, clear documentation and close builder collaboration from concept to completion.