INTERIORS FOR A LIFE WELL LIVED
Taylor Thornton Interiors offers interior design services for new builds, renovations, and complete furnishing projects. Blending timeless aesthetics with thoughtful function, each space is designed to feel deeply personal, effortlessly liveable, and beautifully aligned with how you truly live.
Serving clients across Australia, Taylor Thornton Interiors creates dwellings designed to be wholeheartedly home.
This is an elevated, intentional design destination — where personal style meets timeless function, and every detail is chosen with care.
Whether you’re renovating, building new, or curating a full-home furnishing scheme, we’re here to bring clarity, calm, and beauty to every step.
Melbourne - Mornington Peninsula - Surf Coast
TAYLOR THORNTON IS AN INTERIOR DESIGNER GROUNDED IN THOUGHFUL INTENTION, TIMELESS AESTHETIC, AND A DEEP RESPECT FOR HOW PEOPLE ACTUALLY LIVE.
Taylor is a California-born, Melbourne-based designer with 15 years of global experience — she’s passionate about creating spaces that feel like home in the truest sense: personal, livable, layered, and built around everyday rituals.
With a career that began in top-tier U.S. architecture firms and evolved through award-winning hospitality and commercial projects in Australia, Taylor brings a rare balance of high-end expertise and human-first perspective. Her experience designing lifestyle hotels has shaped a design philosophy where storytelling, emotion, and atmosphere are just as important as function.
Now, she’s turning her focus toward more intimate, intentional projects. Taylor Thornton Interiors was born from a desire to slow down, connect more deeply, and help individuals create homes that feel grounded, beautiful, and uniquely theirs.
Taylor’s design approach blends the soul of the space with the story of the people who live there — drawing on natural materials, layered textures, and well-loved vintage pieces to create rooms that are not only timeless, but truly personal. With a warm, collaborative style and an intuitive eye, she listens deeply, designs with purpose, and makes the process feel as calm and curated as the finished result.
Whether you’re embarking on a full home renovation, building from the ground up, or curating a complete room through thoughtful furnishings and styling, Taylor brings clarity, comfort, and creativity to every step — so your home becomes a reflection of you, not just another trend.
Because home should work for your life — and make it feel a little more beautiful along the way.
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Interior Design, San Diego State University - San Diego, USA - 2011
SERVICES
Space planning
Digital mood boards
Budget development
Finishes, furniture & fixture selections
Custom furniture design
Custom joinery design
3D modelling/Renderings
Design drawings and elevations
Styling
Purchasing and shipment tracking
Construction oversight
PROCESS
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We begin by getting to know you — your space, your lifestyle, and your vision. Through an initial review of your home and a series of relaxed but purposeful conversations, we’ll uncover how you want to live and feel in your space. We’ll also start a shared Pinterest board to visually explore your style, preferences, and inspirations. This stage is all about connection, clarity, and setting a strong foundation for the design ahead.
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We’ll begin by shaping the overall vision — developing a clear design direction, creating a thoughtful space plan, and outlining a working budget. This phase ensures we’re aligned on both style and function from the very beginning, setting your project up for success.
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This is where the vision becomes fully formed. Following the initial concept, I’ll develop a comprehensive design presentation for your review and approval — including all furniture, finishes, fixtures, and key design elements. Every detail is thoughtfully selected and tailored to your space, so we’re aligned before moving into technical documentation.
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Once the design is approved, every detail is carefully documented to ensure your vision is brought to life exactly as intended. Plans, drawings, and selections are finalized and packaged in a clear, builder-friendly format — ready to share with your construction team and begin the next phase with confidence.
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We begin purchasing and tracking shipments for furnishings and fixtures.
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From start to finish, I stay closely involved so you don’t have to sweat the small stuff. This includes:
Weekly email updates so you always know what’s happening
A private client portal with access to proposals, approvals, and invoices
A digital contractor pack with everything they need: drawings, schedules, and specs
On-site visits to ensure everything is being built and installed to plan
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When it’s time to bring it all together, I manage the entire process — from delivery coordination to last-minute details.
Movers, cleaners, and trades are scheduled and handled for you
Each space is professionally styled and layered to feel warm, personal, and complete
You walk into a finished, fully realized home — no unpacking required
DOWNLOAD YOUR INVESTMENT GUIDE
Considering a renovation, new build, or full-home furnishing project? Our Investment Guide walks you through exactly what to expect — from services and design process to pricing, timelines, and FAQs.
It’s the first step in understanding how we’ll work together, and is designed to answer your most important questions before we even get on a call.
COMING SOON
FAQS
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Full-service design means I’m with you from concept to completion — handling everything from finishes and fixtures to furniture and lighting selections. I also prepare detailed drawings and documentation for your builder, ensuring your vision is communicated clearly and brought to life exactly as planned.
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Ideally, at the very beginning. Whether you’re renovating or starting a new build, bringing me in early means we can lay the groundwork together — from developing a clear vision and setting a realistic budget to assembling the right team. It’s the best way to keep things streamlined, intentional, and stress-free.
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It all begins with filling out the inquiry form. From there, I’ll review the details and set up a quick introductory call to make sure we’re aligned. If it feels like a good fit, we’ll book a 60-minute on-site consultation to walk through the space, chat about ideas, and gather everything I need to create a custom design proposal.
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Design typically takes 2–3 months from onboarding to final design documentation, depending on project scope. Once the design is complete, your contractor can begin pricing and scheduling construction. Timelines for building and installation vary based on complexity, material lead times, and team availability — so the earlier we get started, the better.