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SAGE INTERIOR DESIGN & DECOR

Design Direction Consultation

A personalised consultation to bring clarity to your project.

Design Direction Consultation
Deborah, founder of SAGE Interior Design

Service Overview

Personally guidedby Deborah Townsend.

Every design direction consultation project at SAGE begins with a considered conversation. Deborah listens carefully to understand the way you live, what is and isn’t working in your home, and the outcome you’re hoping for.

From there, you receive thoughtful direction, clear recommendations, and the structured guidance you need to move forward with confidence.

“Every consultation is personally led by Deborah Townsend — from the first conversation to the final considered placement.”

What’s Included

Five core componentsof this service.

  1. 01

    On-Site or Virtual Consultation

    An immersive conversation about your home and goals.

  2. 02

    Colour & Material Guidance

    A clear colour palette and material direction to work from.

  3. 03

    Product & Furnishing Suggestions

    Curated next-step ideas, tailored to your project.

  4. 04

    Layout & Spatial Review

    A considered second opinion on flow, scale and proportion.

  5. 05

    Written Summary & Next Steps

    A practical plan you can take forward with confidence.

The Benefits

Calm,considered outcomes.

The lasting value of working with SAGE isn’t simply a beautiful home — it’s the clarity, calm and confidence you gain along the way.

  • Clarity on direction

    A clear, considered path forward — before any commitment.

  • Reduced overwhelm

    Decision fatigue eased through structured, expert guidance.

  • Professional guidance

    Personally led by Deborah Townsend at every stage of the journey.

  • Cohesive outcomes

    A resolved, harmonious result where every element belongs.

  • Trade-only suppliers

    Access to makers, finishes and pieces unavailable to the public.

  • A home that suits you

    Designed around the way you actually live, day to day.

The Process

How we’ll worktogether.

  1. Step 1

    Conversation & Brief

    We discuss your goals, priorities and the way you live in your home. Every project begins with listening.

  2. Step 2

    Concept & Direction

    A clear creative direction is shaped — a confident foundation for every decision that follows.

  3. Step 3

    Selections & Development

    Materials, finishes, furnishings and lighting are resolved with care and considered intent.

  4. Step 4

    Implementation

    Sourcing, ordering, placement and the final guidance that brings the home together.

Common Questions

Questions clientsoften ask.

  • Every project is unique. A Design Direction Consultation is usually completed within 1–2 weeks, while a complete end-to-end service can span several months depending on scope.

  • Not at all. Many clients come to SAGE with only a feeling that something isn't quite right — that's often the perfect starting point.

  • Yes. Every SAGE project is personally guided by Deborah Townsend from the first conversation through to the final placement.

  • Across Brisbane, the Sunshine Coast and the Gold Coast — and occasionally further afield by arrangement.

Begin Your Project

Ready to begin your design direction consultation project?

Book a Design Direction Consultation with Deborah Townsend, or start with a quick 15-minute introductory call to discuss your project.