Provoke Design

Name: Provoke Design
Telephone: 0400 149 582
Rating: 4.8

29 Reviews

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20 years in business

8x Best of Houzz winner

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Melbourne Bayside & Mornington's Most Trusted Interior Designer

Provoke Design is a Full Service Interior Design and Renovation studio A qualified and registered builder that services both Residential and Commercial sectors. We also manufacture our own cabinetry. A family-owned business with over 25 years of experience, and a wide network of collaborators in the building & design industries, we not only provide concept design, we also manufacture our own cabinetry, project manage, and take care of all sub-contracting. This not only saves you money, but having the entire project managed in-house, makes the whole process easier to work with. We offer more than a traditional design studio. Most importantly it results in faster outcomes, and of course, it ensures the project stays true to your vision. Provokes small team of designers who are always enthusiastic to work with new clients and repeat clients alike. We look forward to hearing from you about your design needs. Above all, we design for all needs and styles. Let us feed your enthusiasm to realise your dreams.

Services Provided

3D Rendering, Accessible Design, Bathroom Design, Bedroom Design, Colour Consulting, Custom Bathroom Vanities, Custom Blinds & Shades, Custom Bookcases, Custom Built-ins, Custom Cabinets, Custom Entertainment Units, Custom Fireplace Mantels, Custom Furniture, Custom Home Bars, Custom Kitchen Cabinets, Custom Pantries, Custom Rugs, Custom Shelving, Custom Walk-in Wardrobes, Custom Wall Bed, Decluttering, Dining Room Design, Downsizing, Drafting, Energy-Efficient Homes, Feng Shui Design, Floor Plans, Furniture Selection, Green Building, Hallway Design, Heritage Building Conservation, Home Office Design & Construction, Home Staging, House Plans, Interior Design, Kids Bedroom Design, Kitchen Design, Kitchen Renovating, Laundry Room Design, Lighting Design, Living Room Design, Nursery Design, Playroom Design, Project Management, Space Planning, Staircase Design, Sunroom Design & Construction, Sustainable Design, Wine Cellar Design, Home Office Design

Areas Served

Frankston South, Mornington Peninsula, Melbourne CBD, Melbourne South East, South & Bayside, Victoria, Portsea, Sorrento, Yarra Glen, Yarra Ranges, Bayside, South Melbourne, Melbourne

Awards

Spatial Design HND Cheltenham & Gloucester Uni, Bsc (Hon) Multimedia and IT RMIT, Cert 4, Interior Design and Decoration Cert 4 Building and Construction Swinburne, Landscape Design Introduction Padgham, Upholstery cert 1 and 2 Cert 4 Building and Construction Chisholm 2022

Professional Information

Building Designers Association of Australia member 9421-22 Housing Industry Association HIA member Master Builders Member

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Business Details

Business Name

Provoke Design

Phone Number

0400 149 582

Website

provokedesign.com.au

Address

Frankston South, Victoria 3199
Australia

Typical Job Cost

$50,000 - $2 million

A detailed proposal can be offered after the design chat this will underline design expectations, wants and needs.

Licence Number

DB-L 100005

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29 Reviews for Provoke Design

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4.8|29 reviews

Work Quality

5.0

Communication

4.7

Value

4.8

n_talia63

It has been a pleasure to work with Sarah and her team. We are thrilled with the results! Sarah’s unique offering is end to end design, building and project management - this has been a remarkable range of skills to have at our disposal at a reasonable price point and with Sarah’s warm and calm presence along the way. We have so valued our partnership with Sarah throughout our kitchen renovation that we have the confidence to continue into another phase (indoor-outdoor space, bedroom and furnishings). Stay tuned for review #2!

March 31, 2024

Mick Harding

Sarah from Provoke Design has a remarkable eye for style and a talent for selecting beautiful furniture pieces. Her interior design skills transformed our space into a stunning and welcoming home. Thank you, Sarah, for your outstanding work and dedication to creating the perfect ambiance for us!"

March 8, 2024

Lisa Adam

Sarah is amazing. From our first conversation, she has shown patience and understanding (for our first ever renovation) whilst encouraging us with her knowledge, ideas and enthusiasm. From concept design through to project managing a great team of trades, Sarah has been able to achieve exactly what we were aiming for. Thank you.

September 13, 2022

Marion

We engaged Provoke Design to help renovate a small area of our home. Sarah and her team managed and organised the whole thing and nothing was too difficult. The quote came swiftly, we committed to dates and the result was exactly what we were hoping for. We're hoping to use Provoke Design for another project in the future.

July 28, 2022

Paul Bosher

We engaged with Provoke Design after lockdowns highlighted how poorly our house worked for us. Our initial conversations worked through a variety of options for how to best use the space and to bring more light into our townhouse, and then Sarah took the reins, project managed a fantastic team of contractors, and completely revamped our circa 2000 dark townhouse into a modern, light filled abode. The great thing we found with working with Provoke Design is that Sarah listened to our pain points, worked with us on to deliver our "must-haves", and then brought fresh ideas to design problems. Ultimately I was surprised by how little stress my family took on whilst having a kitchen, 2 x bathrooms, and living dinning room completely renovated. I think this came from the confidence that Sarah instilled. I would definitely recommend Provoke Design for both interior decorating and cabinetry, as well as kitchen/bathroom design and renovations.

June 13, 2022

Comment from Provoke Design:

Paul and Rhiannon you have been a true inspiration to work for. I have loved every minute working with you. You are a beautiful family and deserve a functional and beautiful home.

Looking forward to doing the photo shoot.

Sarah

Sabooh

Sarah helped me decorate our beach house and it turned out amazing! The furniture and art pieces were perfect for the areas and Sarah put in a lot of effort make sure it all flowed well and looks great. Couldn’t recommend her more!

November 14, 2021

Benjamin Cant

Sarah and all her team at Provoke Design are down to earth, personable professionals who takes genuine pride and care in their clients projects. They are up to date with the latest trends, so whilst they design to client specifications, they offer fantastic ideas that help to enhance your desired style. The main difference with Provoke Design to other interior designers is that their service is end to end. They provide consultation, design, project management and installation, which means they take care of everything. This, for me, takes the stress out of trying to source trades, products and scheduling. What got me in was their project portfolio. Some of the transformations are amazing. With all of this and their quality workmanship, I couldn't recommend them highly enough..

November 7, 2021

Di Clark

Provoke Design have been creative, flexible and understanding with our kitchen upgrade. It's our very first renovation experience and within our budget, Sarah has provided choices toward a quality and look beyond our expectations; due to her industry connections, experience and resourcefulness around bargains via offcuts, sale items and working with what is available in our area during a pandemic. Sarah has been easy to communicate with and professional at every step. We have enjoyed trusting Provoke with overseeing design, dates, orders, deliveries, trades and safety in an ever-changing timeline beyond all of our control. The plans, textures, colour and pre-built cabinetry look is lovely and we look forward to the kitchen being installed soon! Di + Doug, Bentleigh

October 17, 2021Last modified:October 18, 2021

Arthur Karagiannis

Sarah from Provoke Design was a pleasure to work with. I painted one of her clients homes in Rosebud. Her communication and organisation was easy to work with. Her sense of design and colour scheme for the client was on point. Highly recommend Sarah for any design or renovation request you may have! Colossus Painters

November 20, 2020

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you, Arther you are a fabulous painter and skilled trade. Perhaps every now and then you come down from Sydney and work with me.

Take care
Sarah

Jonathan Davies

Sarah is the complete professional! Excellent customer service, forthright straight to the point, great suggestions/ideas pulling from her wide experience, totally understood my particular needs. Continuously updated me with the progress and was very informative during the whole process. Very Happy with the result and without a doubt will be using her again!

June 21, 2020

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Jonathon, a pleasure to work with. You have such a beautiful home and garden.

David Serapiglia Cabinetry

Sarah was very easy to work with and professional. Her attention to detail was fantastic. Thank you for the work. And looking forward in working with you again.

June 9, 2020

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you David, a pleasure to work with and looking forward to working with you again.

Teresa Finlayson

From the start Sarah listened to the type of style we wanted to create. She pushed our thinking and provided us with options that we would have never thought of. It opened our minds to what can be achieved and the amazing outcomes that you can get when you work with a designer. Sarah managed the work for us which also took away the stress of managing a number of trades people when trying to balance work and family. Throughout the renovation we were kept up to date around timelines and budget so we always knew where we were at. Thank you again Sarah for our beautifully renovated home that we just love.

June 7, 2020Last modified:June 7, 2020

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you, Teresa, I really enjoyed working with you and Iain, it was a lot of fun.
The photos really tell the story of how we started, what you wanted to achieve from this renovation. Which was open, lighter, hosting family and friends up to 20-25 people and to consider wintertime. Your wish list had a butlers pantry and wallpaper which was also in the final design.
Thank you once again and enjoy your beautiful home.

Leeanne Stevens

I engaging the services of Sarah from Provoke Design to developed a new kitchen. Sarah took the time to listen to my ideas and really worked with me to make my Ideas came true. Even though this ment taking walls down, digging into my slab and moving the kitchen to the end of the house. Her vision and that of her incredible tradies made this happen. She knows her stuff and was able to capture my ideas to create a beautiful, functional kitchen. Her attention to detail was incredible. She turn a long standing dream into reality. I'm thrilled with the end result and cannot thank her and her professional, polite and hardworking tradies to complete this Incredible task within a week. I will certainly use her again and would have no problems in recommending her to anyone, thinking of undertaking a renovation. Thanks again Sarah.

April 27, 2018Last modified:April 27, 2018

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you, Leeanne, a great project to work on and you are a genuinely pleasant client, listening to all my ideas and being very helpful, a great team!
Looking forward to working with you again. Sarah

Ian Wheeler

Sarah accepted our offer of design for our home and we made an appointment for her to visit. She visited and we were instantly excited about her ideas. We are midway through our initial design stage and we are very happy with what she is proposing so far. Great and practical ideas!

March 7, 2018

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Ian, looking forward to executing these amazing ideas into the space.

Rod and Glenys Williamson

Sarah has been excellent to work with. She has excellent product knowledge and a creative flair that really opened our minds to the possibilities. Sarah was accommodating, encouraging and inspiring. She was very patient with us as we explored our options and took our time to make the right decisions. our home has been transformed into a beautiful balance between liveable practicality and clean contemporary colours, layout and design We are delighted with the outcome and highly recommend Sarah and Provoke Design

March 5, 2018

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Rod and Glennys, It was a pleasure working with you both.

Tim Gemetzis

Sarah from Provoke design was very professional and great to work with during my renovation project. Sarah was instrumental in helping me achieve above and beyond my expectations with the way that my very special project turned out. I would highly recommend Provoke Design and Sarah to anyone looking for design ideas and guidance.

July 5, 2017

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Tim, loved working on your project. Here are some before photos and work in progress photos. Photo shoot happening Aug.
Warm regards, Sarah`

Neill and Judy Hocking

We engaged Sarah to help with the interior decorating of our new home. We had moved from a period style home in to a modern home and none of our existing furniture looked quite right but we had no idea how to change it and what we could do. Sarah came to our home and stepped us through the process. She was very professional and listened to our concerns while guiding us. We are delighted with the finished result, which would not have been achieved without Sarah's patience and extensive design knowledge. She was able to source quality furnishings and put them all together to reflect our style. Nothing was too much trouble.

June 14, 2017

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Neill and Judy, it was a true pleasure working with you. I hope I can assist in the future. Here are 2 photos before and after of the entertainment unit change. Looks great. Looking forward to doing the photo shot end of July.

aaron reichwald

I find Provoke Design to be genuinely engaging and caring not just of passion and pride in work they do but also from what i seen thus far with them, the respect they show their staff the regard to which they treat their staff. As the adagio goes: "Treat others as you deserve and wish to be treated" .

June 6, 2017Last modified:September 18, 2017

Sue Weber

Provoke Design provided peace of mind so l could enjoy a month's holiday knowing all the discussion & planning would be implemented to a very high standard. Sarah's gentle suggestions kept my wishes and budget on track. Her tradespeople ensured a Fine result which l am so happy with.

June 5, 2017

Comment from Provoke Design:

Hi Sue, thank you for taking the time to write this review. Good trades are like GOLD!!!
many thanks again.

jagjit20042000

One of the best decisions I have ever made is to obtain the services of Sarah from Provoke Design to help with the interior decoration, painting and landscaping design for my house. Sarah did an amazing job and I couldn't be happier with the result. She understood and listened and asked the right questions to produce an outstanding result. All her furniture choices, and paint colour choices were really good. Every time I walk into my house, I feel really happy and the credit goes to Sarah.

March 12, 2017

Comment from Provoke Design:

Dear Jagjit,
Thank you for a fantastic review. Looking forward to the next design challenge with you.
Sarah

victor4155

Provoke Design changed my house turn to new house excellent work if you need the any Professional design work definitely recommended for everyone Thanks again Provoke Design Regard Victor Kasikci

December 6, 2016

Christine Weller

Provoke Design did an amazing job transforming our home in Langwarrin with a complete renovation of both bathrooms, kitchen and dining area. What she has created is not only glamorous in design but a far more functional home. Our kitchen space has significantly increased and is more open than ever before. We love the island bench and how it bring the family together for meals and entertaining. We receive many comments from our friends on just how awesome it looks. I would highly recommend making contact with Sarah @ Provoke to see what she can do for your home and let her manage your renovations from start to finish.

May 12, 2016Last modified:January 27, 2017

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Christine I am so pleased we can really make a difference.

rrmetzke

Sarah is friendly and listened to my needs. Her vision was magnivicent and I am happy with what my space has become. The additions to my lounge dining room, which were suggested, has lifted the room greatly. I highly recommend Provoke for injecting life into your home.

December 11, 2015Last modified:December 13, 2015

david_pallant49

Provoke Design was contracted to undertake interior design including furniture selection, soft furnishings, lighting and colour styling for living areas in our existing home.. Initial consultations to understand our individual taste and lifestyle and develop a total concept plan to conform to a tight budget. In addition Provoke provided opportunities to jointly visit suppliers to select furniture.

October 3, 2015

avfriendproductions

As an Audio Visual Producer, I am very happy to recommend Sarah from Provoke Design for any type of interior design and/or set design and/or set dressing job. We are very happy to be associated with Provoke Design and look forward to working with Sarah again in future.

September 10, 2015Last modified:September 12, 2016

Comment from Provoke Design:

Thank you Arianna. Looking forward to working with you again.

chrisnimos

We used Provoke Design to story board our new house, the work was exceptional. Help us select colours and had great ideas on how to dress up the rooms. We can highly recommend them.

September 10, 2015

KC Design

Working with Sarah over the last couple of months has been a great experience for me as a student. She is very talented in what she does and I have already picked up so many useful tips and tricks from her regarding the design industry. I look forward to spending more time at Provoke Design and building on my design and decorating skills.

August 17, 2015Last modified:April 5, 2016

Bec K

I had the pleasure of engaging the services of Sarah from Provoke Design, who developped a total new look for my home. She took the time to listen to my ideas and worked with me to make sure she was hitting the mark. Her vision is incredible; she knows her craft and how to capture a mood, from it create a vision and turn it into reality. I was thrilled with the end result.

August 23, 2014

12543

Fantastic design and styling. Most importantly, came in on budget and on time! I can highly recommend Provoke and will certainly use again!

July 7, 2014

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Commented: Homeowners! Did you work on or complete a reno during lockdown?Sounds very exciting Katie!

July 6, 2020 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Hi, beautiful art work. Where is it from? ThanksA local Melbourne artist called Sarah Brooke. I hope you find something beautiful xx

October 13, 2018

Commented: Are you our next Houzz Helper?Tell me more :)

February 28, 2018 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Love the bar stools. Where are they from?Thank you, please note, these stools were not very comfortable to sit on. I purchased them second hand for $5 each from another client doing a Reno. To point you in the right direction, try garage sa...

June 20, 2015

Commented: Lovely. Is the benchtop stone? Which one (name}?Thank you and yes it's Ceasarstone from memory it's Almond Rocca. Good luck with your renovation and I would love to see a picture of your finished design.

June 16, 2015

Commented: What color countertops?I recommend you consider a white benchtop (since you love white) and a really good grey on starphire glass. Pick the grey from a 2013/14 colour swatch at your local DIY store. Bring in the warmth wit...

June 7, 2014 in Design Dilemma

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