Despina Design

14 Reviews

Interior Designers & Decorators

5 Hires on Houzz

About Us

17 years in business

5x Best of Houzz winner

Locally owned

Perth's Innovative Interior Designers

Innovative and awarder interior design which reflects your individual lifestyle. My expertise is, to help you reclaim your space, express your style and live the life you want! Despina Design boast an extensive and loyal client base built over the last 20 years, based on talent, innovation, respect and passion. My objective is always to deliver an amazing result and peace of mind to my client! To that end we follow a five step process. 1. Initial in home consultation - During that meeting I discern and identify the client's specific needs and objectives. The opportunities I see for improvement in the way a space functions are discussed, as well as who will be using the space, furniture and equipment. 2. Quotation/ Agreement- The formulation of a document which clearly explains the terms of our service and forms the foundation of our agreement with the client. 3. Concept Proposals- The development of space planning, furniture layouts, colour schemes, preliminary furniture and finish ideas which we present to the client in a comprehensive manner to ensure our clients receives a clear visual of our vision. 4. Design Presentation - Once proposals are reviewed and approved by the client, we develop the final design including refinement of colours,finishes, furniture etc. and present the final design and quotations for review and final approval. 5. Implementation /project delivery - This is the final stage where things are built and installed. We oversee the entire process working closely with our contractors and suppliers to ensure items are received in good condition and installed correctly. We finally style and deliver the project to show home standard. Reclaiming your space and living the life you want is easy! - Simply contact me to discuss your specific requirements!

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Colour Consulting, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Built-ins, Custom Furniture, Dining Room Design, Furniture Selection, Home Staging, Interior Design, Kitchen Design, Lighting Design, Living Room Design, Nursery Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Sustainable Design, Wine Cellar Design, Full Interior Design service, Fit out, home improvement

Areas Served

Perth

Awards

'Best of Houzz Design’ 2015 2016 2017 'Best of Houzz Service' 2019

Professional Information

Qualified Interior Designer ICS AUSTRALASIA Diploma of Interior Design ABN 40285650274

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19 Projects

Applecross, WA

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Featured Review

OBATEE PTY LTD.

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Looking for an interior designer that knows her job well? Try Despina Design. My experience was such a professional one. Right from the initial pre project consultation to the very end including every little detail in between, she was so good, nothinRead Full Review

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14 Reviews for Despina Design

4.9|14 reviews

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5.0

Communication

5.0

Value

5.0

lavandsimon

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The service from Despina Design was impeccable. Not only does Debbie have stunning taste in colours and design, she gave the project so much care and attention to detail. She made sure that every aspect was covered perfectly, and that the design was flawless down to the very last detail. She was so wonderful to work with - kind, patient, warm and generous. She was so generous in sharing her ideas and time even on aspects of our home which was not the subject of the project. Debbie and James were both very prompt and had the project (one of the living area in our home) completed in a timely manner. We have had friends over since, all of whom have raved about how beautiful our living area is. We have recommended Despina Design to our friends and will continue to do so! Absolutely outstanding service in every way. Exceeded our expectations!!

March 6, 2021

Comment from Despina Design:

Dear S&L
We appreciate so much you taking the time out of a busy schedule, to review us! We enjoyed every minute of our interaction with you and thank you for hiring Despina Design!

jillianrae

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Debbie at Despina Design provided us with innovative and fresh ideas for renovations to our 20 year old house. Backing Debbie up was A grade trades people to complete the scope of works that included, builders, glaziers, painters, electricians, window treatments. All care was taken and Debbie oversaw every aspect of the project. Excellent communications all round and very thorough. We are enjoying our revamped house and would highly recommend Despina Design.

February 3, 2021

Comment from Despina Design:

Dear Jillanrae it was a pleasure to work with you! I thank you very much for taking the time to write this review and also for recommending me to members of your family.

OBATEE PTY LTD.

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January 17, 2021

Comment from Despina Design:

Thank you Obatee PTY LTD. So good of you to write this brilliant review. I thoroughly enjoyed working in your project!

Yusuf Nagree

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We engaged Debbie to complete a full interior for our new holiday house. Debbie presented a few options and we worked through a final solution. Debbie then organised delivery and installation. There were some issues with getting the furniture to the top floor so Debbie sourced a crane and organised delivery via the balcony. The new house looks great.

September 2, 2018

Comment from Despina Design:

Yusuf, thank you so much for your continued patronage and for taking time out of your very busy schedule, to write this review! It is always a pleasure to work in your projects and interact with you!

andrewpishos

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Client

I hired Debbie to finish off the inside of my house.Paintings,Ornaments,Cusions and her matching to detail was excellent.I was very happy with the service and knowledge of the products.I would not hesitate in hiring this company they were outstanding. Satisfied Customer Andrew.

March 14, 2018

Comment from Despina Design:

Thank you Andrew for taking the time to write this review and for your continued patronage. Working in your projects is always a pleasure.

Julie Jefferies

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Client

Debbie is very professional in all areas ,very pleasant to deal with and came up with some amazing ideas for redecorating our formal lounge, She kept in touch through all the stages of the job so we knew exactly what was going on Her team of tradesmen were well organised and informed by her and the standard of work is extremely good I’d use her again and recommend her highly

March 14, 2018

Comment from Despina Design:

Dear Julie,
Thank you for taking time out of you busy schedule to write this review! Your positive feedback and commendation are much appreciated. Interacting with you, was an absolute pleasure! I also wish to thank you on behalf of our contractors for the hot beverages you so generously offered!

Mark Simmonds

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Client

We engaged Debbie to complete a full interior make over for our new house. Debbie was fantastic from start to finish. Her ideas and recommendations were great and her access to alternative furniture was invaluable. We have no hesitation in recommending Debbie.

January 22, 2018

Comment from Despina Design:

Mark, thank you for reviewing and recommending me. It was an absolute pleasure interacting with yourself and Josie!

Josie Simmonds

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Client

Debbie's ideas and designs were to brief and fitted our needs perfectly. She really listened to us and took time to understand our family's lifestyle, pets and hobbies. The pre-sales and after-sales service have been very professional and we love the finished result.

January 9, 2018

Comment from Despina Design:

Dear Josie,
Thank you for your review. I really enjoyed working on your project!

Audrey Hind

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Client

Debbie is fantastic to work with - creative; visionary and importantly, patient with her clients (ie me!). My only slight concern has been some of the lack of clean up of some of the tradies that Debbie has used and one paint job that was not the best but to Debbie's credit she had this redone and not at our cost. I would highly recommend Despina Design to any other potential clients.

January 3, 2018

Comment from Despina Design:

Dear Audrey,
Thank you for your review, continued patronage and valuable feedback!

randabouveng

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Client

Debbie arrived on time despite the distance travelled. She was very focused but listened to my plans for the house and took into account works already completed. I received her very compressive report within a week.

January 25, 2016

Comment from Despina Design:

Thank you for your review randabouveng . It is very much appreciated! And it was a pleasure interacting with you!

christinetapley

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Client

I hired Debbie to assess two rooms and give decoration advice.Initially I intended to have a one hour consult only but was so impressed with her vision for the rooms that I employed her to project manage it. There was no structural changes to the rooms,only cosmetic improvements. Debbie's wriiten quote was comprehensive and professional so I was in no doubt her vision for the rooms would have the wow factor.She research the product outlets,emailed me her findings and then I decided to proceed or not. Most of her selections were amazing and so perfect for the new rooms.Our front entry needed the wow factor and Debbie suggested an iron cladded room divider that I would never have thought of and I have no regrets.Her workmen were precise and respectful of my home.I would recommend Debbie to anyone regardless of the size of the project.She is a professional,reliable and very easy to work with.

September 20, 2015

Comment from Despina Design:

Thank you Christine,
I really appreciate your positive feedback. One of the main reasons we enjoy our work so much is because it gives us the opportunity to work with great people like yourself.

cornwellp33

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I engaged Debbie from Despina Design to fit out my newly acquired town house in East Perth with furniture and also some redecorating work, modifications and improvements. Debbie was fantastic to work with and did a fabulous job with the townhouse, making modern and stylish with an urban chic look/feel. I was so happy with the result I engaged Debbie's services also to style the fit out of a newly acquired overseas villa. She sourced the furnishings and decor all online from o/s suppliers who were in the region and the fit out came together beautifully- making it a stunning modern contemporary villa with an asian twist. Debbie wa very professional in her approach and was always on time with the designs. Any product that I wasn't happy with or was at all faulty she had replaced/exchanged without fuss and made several trips back and forwards until I was satisfied. I would be delighted to recommend her services to anyone, and happy if they wished to contact me to verify. Regards, Patrick Cornwell

September 17, 2015

Comment from Despina Design:

Patrick thank you for your review. It is aways a pleasure working with you.

Odin Tiles + Coverings

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Despite Design has been a great supporter and user of Odin Ceramics tiles for many years now. They provide great service and work extremely hard to satisfy all their clients. The final outcome of their passionate work is always stunning!

August 10, 2015Last modified:August 24, 2016

Comment from Despina Design:

Odin Ceramics thank you for your review we very much appreciate it . Just wish to point out a typo....we are DESPINA DESIGN not despite design. ☺

Moteef

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Client

We hired Debbie to re purpose some rooms in our home, redesign the flow and select furniture for our young family that was functional, hard wearing, modern and injected our personal aesthetic without being over the top. From the minute we met, my husband and I found her to be professional, creative, patient, resourceful, and very personable. She listened to our ideas about turning our then formal dining room into a theatre room and, about turning our then TV/lounge into a dining/informal lounge area that worked for large family gatherings but also for a family of 4. We never knew what we wanted until Debbie showed us what was possible but she never imposed her personal aesthetic on us. She was very careful to understand exactly what we liked and what we were open to exploring, The trade relationships she has are well established and excellent service providers. We are thrilled with the finished product and wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend Despina Design.

February 7, 2015Last modified:February 7, 2015

Comment from Despina Design:

Hi Terri,
Thank you for your great review with photos included! Working on your project was thoroughly enjoyable especially because of your trust and willingness to explore and stretch "boundaries"...

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Commented: How to Maximise Living SpaceHi David, Around 600 -650mm between furniture and 750mm minimum on main thoroughfare. In regards seating, clean forms don't necessarily negate depth or comfort. A square table is not the right fi...

April 8, 2019

Commented: Vote now! Best Product at the Melbourne Home ShowLove it!

August 3, 2018 in Polls

Commented: Where did you get the wall mural at?Thank you Marcusross2003- The mural was ordered through Scandinavian Wall Decor in Perth WA

May 2, 2017

Commented: What to put on the wall ?Hi Alison Heslop, Your room looks great! I love the ceiling pendant you've chosen. If I were designing this room I would not put anything above this beautiful serpentine bedhead. Instead I would be ...

January 4, 2017 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Floating corner buffetDebbie Mason, Thank you for the question. This is one of many of our bespoke or custom designs! We created this one foe one of our clients in order to make efficient use of space in the dining area. I...

September 1, 2016

Commented: Love your turn able TVThank you for your question moloneylou, The whole system was custom build to our specification.

September 18, 2015

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