Zest Interior Design

4.618 Reviews

Review Me

Sydney, New South Wales

Contact Info:

Debbie Palic
Sydney, New South Wales 2000
Australia

Typical Job Costs:

AUD $180 - $500,000
Cost range starts from a consultation to a full interior design scheme and service. I believe it is a practical idea to have a budget in mind right before you start your interior project. Throughout the interior design and installation process, we can revisit your budget if your priorities change.

Category:

Interior Designers & Decorators

Hi, Welcome to Zest Interior Design. I created my interior design business when I decided to combine my two loves in life, that is working with people and sharing my passion for interior design. Essentially, I am a people person and find it incredibly satisfying to transform my clients homes into a special place that reflects there taste and lifestyle. My interior and exterior projects include: ✥ Creating a home environment that is comfortable and inspiring to live in ✥ Designing unique and beautiful domestic interiors that reflect the owners personality, lifestyle and taste. ✥ Selecting beautiful and functional finishes ✥ Purchasing special Australian paintings that create a wow factor in their homes ✥ Creating beautiful colour schemes that have enhanced their properties both financially and aesthetically. ✥ Effective project management and used trusted builders, tradespeople and interior suppliers to that meet budgets and timelines. I offer an extensive range of interior services and cater for various sized project from intimate spaces to complete homes. I will make the whole process less stressful, more enjoyable and I will save you time and money. If you are after a one off consultation for colour and styling advice, or a larger kitchen/living area revamp which involves a longer time frame you have come to the right place. I'm always excited to discuss your interior needs and start planning your new interior project!

Services Provided

Interior Design Interior Decoration Colour Consultation for interiors & exteriors Selection and purchase of furniture and accessories Curtains and Blinds Upholstery Kitchen Design Bathroom Design Storage Design Art Consulting Floor coverings Lighting

Areas Served

Eastern Suburbs Sydney Sydney Metro North Shore Sydney Inner West Sydney South Sydney

Awards

Diploma of Interior Styling Diploma of Colour Design

16 Projects for Zest Interior Design

Bondi Beach, NSW, AU

Bondi Residence | Living

17 photos

Bondi Beach, NSW

Bondi Residence | Dining

8 photos

Bondi Beach, NSW

Bondi Residence | Entrance

4 photos

Bondi Beach, NSW

Bondi Residence | Bedroom

5 photos

Darlinghurst, NSW

Darlinghurst Residence

Rosebay Kitchen Design

8 photos

Dolls Point, NSW

Dolls Point Kitchen-Before & After

3 photos

Bondi Beach, NSW, AU

Bondi Exterior Colour Scheme-before & after

2 photos

Coogee, NSW, AU

Coogee-Before & After

10 photos

Rose Bay, NSW

Rosebay - Optometry Shop

10 photos

Load Next 4 Projects

Write a Review

18 Reviews for Zest Interior Design

G Lawson

Relationship

Client

I recently hired Debbie Palic from Zest Interiors to assist me in producing a CAD design for my Kitchen renovation in Woollahra and guide finish selections.. I found Debbie to be creative and collaborative to work with and her charges very reasonable. It was so helpful to work with a professional, knowledgeable interior designer with creative ideas. Critically she was able to work within my limited budget for an outcome that exceeded my expectations, being beautiful, practical and timeless. All advice was provided in a timely manner and within budget. Zests engagement contract was clear and fair. All invoicing was consistent with the terms of engagement. I would positively recommend her services and intend to work with her again in the near future to assist me with my window furnishings.

June 15, 2019

Mike Dow

Relationship

Client

Debbie was just the designer we needed ! She created a beautiful design for our apartment based on our spec for a relaxed warm modern asian themed home. She was able to incorporate some of our existing pieces into the scheme, and introduced and guided us to amazing new ideas, materials, fabrics and objects we would have never found or thought of using ourselves. The result was amazing. We now have a home with the wow factor that feels a joy to be in everyday.

June 5, 2019

Men in White Painting Service

Relationship

Worked with pro

Debbie Palic of Zest is a very talented interior designer, and I have have had glowing reports from clients that have engaged Debbie's services. Zest is a good description of Debbie and her consulting style: Debbie has great enthusiasm and energy!

April 14, 2019

Comment from Zest Interior Design:

Thanks Rohan for your kind words. I look forward to collaborating with you on future client projects.

iBuild Group

Relationship

Worked with pro

We worked alongside Debbie on a project for one of her clients who conducted an extensive renovation to an apartment in Coogee. Debbie was professional, clear in her clients requirements, selections and scope which meant we could concentrate on delivery and execution. We recommend ZEST to those clients who are unsure on how to achieve a harmonious space you will love.

February 24, 2019

Evangelos Pappas

Relationship

Client

I hired Zest Interior design to buy furniture for my unit in Randwick. She insisted that she pays for the furniture and I reimburse her instead of me paying directly to the suppliers. When the job finished she fabricated an invoice to show a higher amount ($4,799) for the storage unit while in reality she only paid $4,361.02 as per the invoice that was provided to me by the furniture store. She refused to refund the overcharge or provide invoices for the other items that I paid for. She also quoted me an extra $200 for the dining table in addition to the retail price. As she has not provided invoices for the other items, I do not know how much she overcharged me. Based on this experience I cannot recommend it.

January 24, 2019Last modified:February 11, 2019

Comment from Zest Interior Design:

Evangelos I am sorry you feel that way. I believe I have behaved professionally throughout the time you engaged my interior services. I offered to purchase the furniture for you and you agreed. Following my home furnishing selections you approved all of my home furnishing invoices, payed me and I purchased these items on your behalf.

When you received your home furnishings you requested my wholesale invoices which is not a normal commercial request. I tried to discuss this over the phone but you wouldn’t accept my calls.

I believe a chat over the phone would of easily resolved any invoice misunderstandings. Please give me a call anytime to discuss any concerns that you may have.

It is standard practice for interior designers to add a mark up on wholesale prices. The client still acquires their purchase well below retail prices. I have no control over truck drivers or retailers who unprofessionally disclose there wholesale pricing.

Anyone who has used my interior services know that I am honest and go above and beyond for my clients. Just to remind you I provided a kitchen quote for you and I accepted deliveries on your behalf, I did not charge you for these services.

Susan Beinart

Relationship

Client

Debbie was very helpful to me, particularly because I needed a lot of assistance with my colour choices. She was patient and a very good listener. I love the colours we chose together.

July 11, 2017

Comment from Zest Interior Design:

Hi Susan,
It was great working with you on your exterior colour scheme. I'm pleased that you are happy with our colour selection. I look forward to visiting and seeing you're freshly painted house.

Daniella Photography

Relationship

Worked with pro

I recently photographed a newly renovated home designed by Debbie in Bondi. She was lovely to work with and her work is beautiful. It is clear she has a great attention to detail, and follows the clients brief ensuring that all elements of the home reflect the clients specific taste and needs. She had chosen magnificent artwork and colours to transform the space. I look forward to working with Debbie again in the future.

April 3, 2017

Daniella Stein

Relationship

Worked with pro

April 3, 2017

gabreub

Relationship

Client

We recently moved to our new family home, and engaged Debbie from Zest Interior Design to assist us with the renovation of our bathrooms, and provide storage solutions throughout the house. She also provided creative colour schemes for the inside and exterior of our home. We just love our ensuite bathroom as it has a bright contemporary feel that we were after. It is great to have extra storage space that fits in with the style of each room. We would highly recommend Debbie as she really helped to make our renovation easier, and it was helpful to bounce ideas with her along the way.

March 29, 2017

signarture

Relationship

Worked with pro

If you're a Sydney homeowner uncertain about your artwork choices, we can recommend Debbie from Zest Interior Design to provide you with expert guidance to select a piece that you'll love. Debbie has a clear passion for art, and an interior design professionals' understanding of how artworks can transform the look and feel of a space through augmenting the scheme and creating a focal point. As a result, Debbie was able to provide us with a very clear brief. Her communication was prompt and courteous, allowing the project to proceed swiftly from enquiry to installation. And her client was, by all accounts, thrilled. It was pleasure to meet Debbie, and we look forward to further opportunities to work together.

February 11, 2017

Comment from Zest Interior Design:

It was great working with you and thank you for your kind words! I really do appreciate the range and style of art that you source, and I'm sure I'll specify other artworks in future!

Sarah Dick

Relationship

Client

Moving back into my apartment after 18 months away, I really wanted a completely new look. I didn't want to move back into the same old tired space. I enlisted Debbie's help and am really pleased with the result. I now love being there and feel happy just looking around my place! Debbie helped me choose what was right for me and also what would be suitable for the space that was available. The response from friends and family has also been exceptional. It was a great experience and I could never have made the right decisions on my own!

January 31, 2017

Comment from Zest Interior Design:

Thank you Sarah for your kind words. I believe we all deserve a sanctuary away from our very busy lifestyles. I am delighted that together we were able to create this home environment for you!

More Than Curtains

Relationship

Worked with pro

I have recently had the privilege of working with Debbie on a project in Bondi. Her eye for detail and wonderful style impressed me greatly. The client was totally confident in Debbie's choices and it wasn't necessary for me to explain much, as Debbie had already briefed the client thoroughly about what to expect with her window coverings. Debbie was a delight to work with and I look forward to collaborating with her again.

November 2, 2016

Comment from Zest Interior Design:

Thanks Lucia, it was a pleasure working with you. In the future, I look forward to working together on other new and exciting interior projects.

Load All 18 Reviews

27 Comments

Commented: Splashback helpFor a contemporary look I would just splashback behind the vanity, up to the window edge.

July 16, 2017 in Design Dilemma

Commented: My office window looks onto a staircase and a wallYou could attach a decorative screen to the wall and grow a pretty climber on it. The climber will need to be planted in a couple of decorative pots. I Have seen some affordable screens at Bunnings.

April 12, 2017 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Dark or light rug ??A dark rug will definetly make you're living space feel warmer and cosier. A darker rug will be more durable.

March 28, 2017 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Dining chairs adviceHere are a couple more options.

March 28, 2017 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Art above the sofa & space filler?I would select art to add a 'wow factor' to that space. At the moment it is a very neutral space. As well as, adding in decorative cushions that tie in with the artwork. Artwork is very personal an...

February 1, 2017 in Design Dilemma

Commented: Need help chosing kitchen cabinet colours that will go with JarrahIt depends on the look you're trying to achieve. For a contemporary and streamline look, I would select Dulux natural white for the kitchen cabinetry. Or, if you want the kitchen to stand out, I wou...

November 17, 2016 in Design Dilemma