Interior Design & Decoration Services

From our Gold Coast studio, Elizabeth May Design offers residential interior design, interior decorating and commercial design services across the Gold Coast, Northern NSW and selected East Coast locations. With more than 20 years of experience, Elizabeth helps clients move from initial ideas through to a cohesive, finished interior.

Complete Design Support

From early concepts and spatial planning through to materials, furniture and final styling.

A Personal, End-to-End Process

Elizabeth works directly with you throughout the project, helping simplify decisions and keep the design cohesive.

Trusted Suppliers & Artisans

More than 20 years in the industry provides access to established suppliers, makers, trades and specialist products.

Interior Design

Concept & Planning

We begin by listening. To your vision, how you live, and the unique rhythm of your space. Through mood boards, spatial planning, and a considered design narrative, we set the foundation for a project that feels both grounded and elevated

Materials & Finishes

Every texture tells a story. We carefully curate a palette of materials and finishes, from flooring and joinery to lighting and soft layers. Each element is selected to harmonise with your aesthetic and lifestyle.

Furniture & Styling

With a focus on form, function, and feel, we select key furniture, custom pieces, and soulful styling details. The result is an interior that feels complete, balanced, and beautifully lived in.

Project Coordination

We manage the details so you can enjoy the process. From builder collaborations to final styling, our hands-on coordination ensures a seamless transformation, guided by vision and delivered with care.

Interior Decorator Services

Style Direction & Mood-boarding

We start with feeling. Together, we uncover the essence of your style then translate it into a visual language that shapes the tone, palette, and personality of your home

Furniture & Soft Furnishings

From tactile rugs to tailored window treatments, sculptural lighting to handcrafted cushions. We source and specify every piece to create flow, comfort, and quiet luxury that supports the way you live.

Artwork & Styling Details

It’s the little things that anchor a space. We curate meaningful artworks, ceramics, and one-of-a-kind objects that add soul and a sense of story so your home feels collected, never contrived.

Room-by-Room Transformation

Whether refreshing a single room or reimagining your entire home, we approach each space with intention and cohesion designing interiors that feel harmonious, grounded, and uniquely yours.

Commercial Interior Design

Brand-Aligned Design Direction

We begin by understanding your business, your brand, and your goals. From there, we craft a visual and spatial direction that reflects your identity and connects with your audience

Functional Space Planning

From customer flow to team functionality, we design layouts that support the way your business operates. Each space is carefully considered to balance beauty with performance.

Materials, Finishes & FF&E

We specify durable, high-impact materials, fixtures, and furnishings that meet the demands of commercial use. Every selection supports your brand's aesthetic while ensuring long-term function and style.

End-to-End Project Collaboration

We collaborate with architects, builders, and fit-out teams to bring the vision to life. Every detail is managed with precision, so the result is cohesive, on time, and ready to welcome your clients.

Interior Design Services FAQs

What interior design services does Elizabeth May Design offer?

Elizabeth May Design offers residential interior design, interior decorating and commercial interior design. Services can include concept development, space planning, materials and finishes, furniture sourcing, lighting, artwork, styling and coordination with builders and suppliers

Do I need an interior designer or an interior decorator?

If you are renovating, building, changing layouts, selecting permanent finishes or designing joinery, interior design is usually the better fit. If your space is already established and you mainly need help with furniture, colour, artwork, textiles or styling, interior decorating may be all you need. Elizabeth offers both and can recommend the right level of support.

Can Elizabeth help with renovations and new builds?

Yes. Elizabeth works with both renovations and new builds, helping with layouts, finishes, materials, lighting, joinery, furniture and the many design decisions that arise throughout a project.

Can I hire Elizabeth just for furniture and styling?

Yes. You can work with Elizabeth without undertaking a renovation. She can help with furniture selection and layouts, rugs, lighting, artwork, window furnishings, colour and final styling for a single room or an entire home.

Do you provide commercial interior design?

Yes. Elizabeth works on boutique commercial spaces, helping businesses with design direction, layouts, finishes, lighting, furniture and the overall experience of the space.

How much do interior design services cost?

Costs depend on the scope and complexity of the project. A consultation or individual-room project requires a different level of involvement from a renovation or complete home. Elizabeth can recommend the appropriate service after understanding what you need.

What is the first step in working with Elizabeth May Design?

The first step is a Design Direction consultation. Elizabeth will learn about your space, what you want to achieve and where you need help, then recommend the most appropriate service and next steps.

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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.

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

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