Interior Design Portfolio Gold Coast

Belgrave Street, Bronte

Set within a classic Federation home, this renovation breathed new life into the interiors while honouring the original character of the architecture. Our brief was to create a warm, modern farmhouse feel, relaxed yet refined, with layers of natural texture and considered detail.

Tallebudgera Connection Road

The Tallebudgera Connection Road project is a captivating exploration of playful elegance and edgy sophistication, nestled in the heart of Tallebudgera. The project’s essence was to furnish and decorate the space, ensuring each element resonated with the home’s vibrant aesthetic and the client’s dynamic persona.

Herbert Street, Manly

Step into this relaxed and earthy Californian Bungalow, where the unused basement has been transformed into a stylish downstairs games/living space complete with an extra bedroom, a laundry and a bathroom.

Lang Street, Mosman

Positioned in Mosman, the client brief for this existing federation semi was for an elegant & timeless space with a touch of Hampton’s style. The combination of luxurious finishes such as dark timber, marble & well-made joinery has created a space that the owner’s take great pride in.

Sovereign Islands

The Sovereign Islands home was a new build working alongside Enclave Constructions situated on the water in an exclusive residential precinct. Our first stage was to establish the mood and aesthetic. As the architecture was very modern the client wanted to ensure it didn’t feel cold and austere.

Swell Resort, Burleigh Heads

This full refurbishment transformed a tired, dark apartment into a light-filled coastal retreat. Equal parts relaxed Airbnb and personal holiday escape for the owners.

St Helens, Kirra

St Helens is one of the latest restaurant and bar hotspots to hit Kirra beach and is the brainchild of Head Chef Jess Hayes. The location was begging to have the addition of a cocktail bar and more of an outdoor presence so the interior space could draw people in.

Byron Beauty Bar, Byron Bay

With a location like Byron Bay as a starting point for this commercial interior design it was natural to create a pampering salon with a very relaxed and easy vibe (and keep within a tight budget).

Client Testimonials

If you're looking for an interior designer who can transform your space into a beautiful and functional haven, Elizabeth May Interior Designer is the perfect choice. Her exceptional skills and customer service will exceed your expectations and leave you with a space you'll love for years to come.

Sarina Thompson

Elizabeth is exactly what I was looking for in an interior designer! I had ideas of what I wanted, just didn't know where to start. The professional brief from her at the start was exactly what I was after - something other designers didn't even do! Her ability to pull everything together and present options helped us immensely; she does all the hard work for you! I would definitely recommend Elizabeth!

Cindy Cloete

I contacted Elizabeth May to advise me on choices to redecorate and modernise our Gold Coast apartment. I could not be happier. She is a delight to work with, reliable, calm and contactable, and has magnificent taste. I am so happy with the result. I found that we could get a great result with a moderate budget.

Mike & Noisie Pelly

Liz was amazing from start to finish. I find home decorating quite overwhelming, but she presented me with enough ideas to get my creative juices flowing. She stuck to the brief but added her own personal flair to them which really brought the house to life, and worked seamlessly with my builder which was such a relief!

Stefanie Slater

Elizabeth was an absolute pleasure to work with. Creative, attentive to the brief, and professional from start to finish. She has an eye for detail, is adaptive and never short of ideas to address the difficult or challenging aspects of the design. Could not have achieved the overall look and feel of my home without her involvement

Greg Smith

Elizabeth May is such a talented interior designer, I had the pleasure of working with her on our recent house in Tallebudgera. Her eye for detail and texture does not go un noticed in our interiors and soft furnishings. Lizzy is such a delightful lady and always responds promptly! I love all of our furniture choices and could not be happier with how our house has turned out.

Ash Pennel

WHat clients say

Elizabeth May

Lead Designer

AT A VERY YOUNG AGE, I FELL IN LOVE WITH FABRIC AND TEXTURE WHILST EXPLORING MY NANA’S SEWING ROOM WHICH WAS MY ALADDIN’S CAVE…

From a young age, I found joy in rearranging rooms at friends’ houses, at home, and anywhere I went. I didn’t realise it then, but those early instincts were the first signs of the passion that would shape my career.

I went on to complete an Advanced Diploma in Interior Design at the TAFE Design Centre Enmore and spent 13 years honing my skills with leading design firms in Sydney before launching my own practice in 2013.

Over time, I’ve developed a signature style that is relaxed, organic, and grounded in earthy tones and textures. I love pairing natural materials with clean, refined lines to create spaces that feel warm, layered, and deeply personal.

My work spans the East Coast of Australia, from Sydney to the Gold Coast, Byron Bay, Noosa, and Northern NSW, across hospitality, retail, and residential projects. Each one is thoughtfully crafted to reflect the people and stories behind them.

Meet Elizabeth

Elizabeth May brings over 20 years of experience designing calm, refined interiors across residential and commercial spaces.

Known for her considered, collaborative approach, she creates spaces that feel effortless, cohesive, and deeply personal.

Based on the Gold Coast, working across the East Coast of Australia.

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