Interior Design Brisbane · Gold Coast · Sunshine Coast
Brisbane Interior Designercreating homes that feel right to live in.
SAGE Interior Design & Decor helps homeowners, renovators and downsizers create spaces that feel beautiful, functional and deeply connected to the way they live.
Through personalised design advice, renovation support, furniture sourcing and window furnishings, Deborah works closely with each client to bring clarity and cohesion to every step of the design journey.
Founder & Principal Designer
Deborah Townsend
Founder & Principal Designer
Book a quick 15-minute call to discuss your project and how SAGE can best assist or point you in the right direction.
A Personal Approach to Interior Design
Meet your designer.Hi, I’m Deborah.
I believe good design is about more than how a space looks. It’s about how it feels to live in.
I work with clients who want more than a beautiful finish — they want a home that feels considered, personal and enduring. One that reflects how they live today and supports the way they want to live in the future.
Through careful listening, thoughtful guidance and a structured design process, I help bring clarity to your vision and confidence to the decisions that follow.
What We Help You Solve
Feeling overwhelmed bydesign decisions?
Many clients come to SAGE with good instincts — but too many competing ideas, too many decisions to make, and unsure where to begin. SAGE brings clarity and confidence to your decisions, and cohesion to the finished space.
Too many choices?
There is an overwhelming number of wall finishes, colours and samples to choose from. Want a hand on the big decisions?
Unsure where to begin?
Perhaps you have a vision in mind but aren't 100% clear on the first step to take. We can map out a step-by-step plan.
Renovation overwhelm?
When you're managing trades, suppliers and decisions all at once, it helps to have a sounding board and guide on side.
Cohesion issues
Do you have a collection of ideas and lovely individual pieces, but not sure of the best way to put them all together?
Furnishing decisions
When you're trying to visualise layouts, scale and styling, and making significant decisions with your budget, we can help.
Design uncertainty
If you're stuck and second-guessing your decisions, work with SAGE to keep your project moving forward with confidence.
The SAGE Blueprint
Four easy stepsto your design solution.
The SAGE Design Blueprint provides a considered path through strategy, selections, sourcing and specialist guidance. Whether you need early support or more detailed implementation, the process is designed to reduce overwhelm and give you confidence at every stage.
- 01
Design Consultation
Clarify the project vision, needs, priorities, and next steps.
- 02
Brief Interpretation & Design Concept
Translate the brief into a clear creative direction and point of view.
- 03
Design Development & Selections
Develop the scheme and resolve key materials, finishes, and selections.
- 04
Procurement, Placement & Guidance
Support sourcing, ordering, and final placement with oversight.
Start with Step One today — a Design Direction Consultation.
Book Your ConsultationThe SAGE Philosophy
Interior design guided bythe way you live.
Every project begins with understanding not only what you’re drawn to visually, but how you want your space to feel, function and support your everyday life.
Rather than following a formula or imposing a particular style, Deborah works closely with you to understand what feels right for your home, your lifestyle and your goals.
Through thoughtful guidance and experienced design direction, you’ll gain the clarity and confidence needed to make decisions that feel cohesive, personal and enduring.
How We Can Help
Considered services,tailored to your home.
Residential Interior Design
Thoughtful interiors tailored to the way you live.
Explore →02Commercial Design & Fitout
Considered fitouts for boutique commercial spaces.
Explore →03Renovations
Professional guidance before, during and after renovation projects.
Explore →04Window Furnishings
Curtains, sheers and soft furnishings designed as part of the whole space.
Explore →05Outdoor Living Design
Creating outdoor spaces that feel connected to your home.
Explore →06Furniture Sourcing
Finding furniture and décor that works beautifully together.
Explore →07Design Direction Consultation
A personalised consultation to bring clarity to your project.
Explore →Feeling Overwhelmed?
“Many clients come to SAGE knowing something isn’t quite right — but unsure where to begin. We simplify the process with clear design direction, practical guidance and thoughtful recommendations, so you move forward with confidence.”
Deborah Townsend · Principal Designer
The SAGE Process
A clear path through your project.
01
Design Direction Consultation
Understand your goals, challenges and opportunities.
02
Design Concept
Develop a clear design direction for your space.
03
Design Development
Refine selections, layouts and documentation.
04
Implementation & Sourcing
Bring the vision to life with professional guidance.
01
Design Direction Consultation
Understand your goals, challenges and opportunities.
02
Design Concept
Develop a clear design direction for your space.
03
Design Development
Refine selections, layouts and documentation.
04
Implementation & Sourcing
Bring the vision to life with professional guidance.
Use one step, multiple steps, or a complete end-to-end service.
Recent Projects
A glimpse inside.
Kind Words From Clients
What it’s liketo work with SAGE.
Deborah brought such clarity and calm to a renovation that had us feeling completely stuck. The end result is a home that finally feels like ours.
Anna & James
Bulimba, Brisbane
I cannot speak highly enough of working with SAGE. The process is thoughtful, the guidance is generous, and every decision felt considered.
Catherine M.
Sunshine Coast
Deborah understood our home and the way we live straight away. She made an overwhelming renovation feel completely manageable.
Robert & Lisa
Gold Coast
Service Areas
Interior design acrossBrisbane, Sunshine Coast & Gold Coast.
SAGE Interior Design & Decor works with homeowners, renovators, downsizers and boutique commercial clients throughout South East Queensland.
Brisbane
Inner-city homes, river-side residences and suburban renovations.
Sunshine Coast
Coastal homes, hinterland retreats and new builds.
Gold Coast
Apartments, downsizers and considered family homes.
Begin
Let’s create a homethat feels right for you.
Whether you’re looking for a simple consultation or support through a larger project, the first step is a conversation.