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MotzDESIGNS is a Brisbane-based interior design studio specialising in material-led residential interiors.

From new builds and renovations to the finishing layers, we create thoughtful, cohesive homes tailored to your lifestyle. MotzDesigns curates timeless interiors with character providing Full-Interior Design Services and Interior Decorating Services, specialising in custom soft furnishings.

14/10/2026

A little sneak peek of a bespoke design detail…

This stone vanity is part of a renovation currently underway, offering a glimpse of the bespoke cabinetry I’ve designed for my client.

My client wanted curves incorporated into the design, so I developed the cabinetry around this brief, with softly curved shelving extending from the end of the vanity to create a sculptural feature.

For me, good design is about so much more than what you see on the surface. It’s about considering every detail, from the proportions and form of the cabinetry to the substrates beneath, the construction methods and how each material comes together to achieve the intended result.

The stone selection was equally important. I visited the factory and personally selected three slabs, carefully considering the natural movement and veining of the stone and how it would complement the overall design.

The renovation is still in progress, but I wanted to share a small glimpse of the thought, planning and attention to detail that goes into bringing a bespoke design to life.

From what lies beneath to the finishing details, every element is considered.

Planning a renovation or new build and looking for thoughtfully designed, bespoke interiors? I’d love to hear about your project.

Get in touch with MotzDESIGNS to arrange a design consultation.

MotzDESIGNS | Material-led residential interiors

30/09/2026

The beauty of marble. 🤍

There’s something about natural stone that stops me in my tracks.

The movement. The depth. The way the pattern changes from one piece to the next. You can look at it again and again and still discover something you hadn’t noticed before.

As an Interior Designer, this is why I’m drawn to natural materials. They bring something to a space that simply can’t be manufactured — individuality, texture, depth and a sense of history.

When you look at this floor, it’s easy to see the finished surface. What you don’t see is the time and work behind it.

There was considerable preparation before the first piece was even laid, and my husband has painstakingly laid every piece of this marble. Together, we’ve then spent many hours grouting, cleaning and sealing it.

The difference you can see between the marble and the freshly grouted sections gives you a little glimpse of the process behind the finished floor.

We chose White Truffle marble knowing that natural stone comes with a greater investment and requires more care and maintenance.

But for us, that’s part of its beauty.

There’s something quite extraordinary about natural stone when you think about its journey. Long before it became part of our home, nature was creating it — slowly, over immense periods of time.

The veining, movement and variation are created by nature. They aren’t something we can perfectly design or reproduce.

And I love that.

Trends come and go, but natural stone has a timelessness that feels completely different.

I don’t want every material in our home to look exactly the same in ten or twenty years as it did the day it was installed.

I want it to age.

I want it to develop character.

I want it to become part of the story of our home.

Because when you choose something natural, you’re not just choosing how it looks today.

You’re choosing something that already has a story — and then, over time, it becomes part of yours.

That, to me, is the beauty of natural materials.

And perhaps why marble will always feel so timeless. 🤍

23/09/2026

Extending the interior beyond the walls.

The exterior was the final layer of this transformation — designed to carry the materiality, texture, proportion and detailing developed throughout the interior beyond the walls of the home.

The original entrance was heavily enveloped in timber, with the porch facade, columns, ceiling and flooring all contributing to a visually heavy exterior.

I wanted to reveal more of the home’s form and create a lighter, more refined balance of materials.

The timber-clad columns were opened up, introducing rendered surfaces and natural stone to add texture and depth while allowing the home’s form to read more clearly.

The porch floor was also lowered to accommodate a new substrate and exterior tiles, creating a more durable, lower-maintenance finish while reinforcing the new material palette.

I also designed a custom vertical screen specifically for the property, which was then made to my design. Its rhythm and proportions became another layer of detail at the entrance.

The design language was then extended to the front fence, creating a cohesive transition from the street, through the entry and into the home.

The exterior became the final expression of everything that had evolved within — creating a home that feels considered and cohesive from the street through to every space inside.

And while this is the view from the outside, the real story unfolds beyond the front door.

Project: Raby Bay Project | MotzDESIGNS
Builder: Jeremy green
Photography: Mindi Cooke

17/09/2026

Every millimetre was transformed. Nothing was left untouched.

A complete transformation of this home, inside and out - from the largest spatial changes to the smallest finishing details.

I’ve been quietly waiting to share this one.

Not for much longer.

Raby Bay Project | MotzDESIGNS
Built by Jeremy green
Photography by Mindi Cooke

27/08/2026

One step at a time…

Our staircase is finally ready to be unveiled.

When we bought our home, it was a late-1980s Tudor-style house with two internal staircases and a rarely used mezzanine area. As we began reimagining the spaces, we saw an opportunity to completely rethink how the levels connected.

We repositioned the staircase and built across the existing void where the mezzanine had been, transforming the layout and creating a much stronger connection between the spaces.

Like so much of our home, the staircase began with a sketch and a very clear vision — something fine and elegant, with a contemporary feel, that would sit quietly within the architecture rather than overpower it.

I designed the staircase, and my husband brought that design to life, carefully crafting each piece by hand.

Every detail has been considered. The timber treads feature a nosing that wraps around the edge to conceal the end grain, while the treads and risers are rebated so the glass sits neatly within the timber. The handrail has also been rebated to hold the glazing, creating the clean, seamless detail I was looking for.

I love the balance between the warmth of the timber and the crispness of the glass. The simplicity gives the staircase a sense of lightness and elegance, while the craftsmanship brings a warmth that makes it feel very much at home.

And perhaps what makes it most special is that, like so many elements throughout our home, it’s something we created together — I designed it, and my husband crafted it.

The skirting boards at the bottom of the staircase are still to be finished, but that’s real life when you’re renovating your own home — there’s always another detail to complete.

This is just a little glimpse into what we do on our weekends — dreaming, designing, building and crafting our home, piece by piece.

We’re slowly transforming what was once a late-1980s Tudor-style home into something that feels much more like us.

There’s still plenty to do, but it’s all coming together…

One step at a time.

Wishing you a beautiful weekend.🤍

19/08/2026

We’ve hit the ground running this week with a bathroom and laundry renovation. 🤍

There are lots of beautiful details coming together in this one, with some carefully considered joinery and plenty of attention to the finer details.

It’s always exciting seeing a project move from the drawings into reality — the stage where all those little details start to come to life.

If you’re considering a renovation and need help bringing your ideas together, I’d love to hear from you. ✨

MotzDESIGNS | Bespoke interiors, thoughtfully designed for the way you live.

16/08/2026

We didn’t take home the Large Kitchen Award this year, but I’m incredibly proud to have been a finalist. 🤍

What an amazing few days of inspiration, connection and celebrating great design.

Congratulations to all the finalists and winners. ✨

12/08/2026

What makes a kitchen award-worthy?

For me, it starts long before the finished photograph.

It starts with an idea, a sketch and a lot of problem solving.

This kitchen was the first space I redesigned in the home, and it became the catalyst for the design direction that followed throughout the house.

From the initial SketchUp drawings and material selections, to rethinking the existing space, working through the construction and finally seeing the cabinetry and details come together, every stage required careful consideration.

The existing kitchen had stepped gyprock and bulkheads that sat down to benchtop height. Rather than simply working around them, I saw an opportunity to rethink the space and create a more considered design.

The Tasmanian oak slatted island, concealed pantry, hardwearing stone and carefully considered details were all part of creating a kitchen that balances functionality, durability and aesthetics.

For me, award-worthy design isn’t about one beautiful element. It’s about how every decision works together.

Swipe through to see the journey from SketchUp to reality.

I’m incredibly proud that this kitchen has been recognised as a 2026 KBDi Queensland Finalist in the Large Kitchen Category.

06/08/2026

Beyond the beautiful surface lies a kitchen designed with purpose.

For me, great design begins with the materials.

This kitchen was the first space I redesigned in the home and became the foundation for every design decision that followed. Each material was carefully selected to create a balance between functionality, durability and timeless aesthetics.

From the hardwearing engineered stone and natural timber detailing to the concealed appliances, soft curves and considered lighting, every element was chosen with intention. The result is a kitchen that not only performs beautifully for everyday living but also feels calm, refined and enduring.

I believe true luxury isn’t about excess - it’s about thoughtful design, quality materials and craftsmanship that will stand the test of time.

Swipe through to discover the details that brought this vision to life, and continue to the final images to see where this transformation began.

Melissa MotzDESIGNS

05/08/2026

The kitchen was the very first space I redesigned in this home, and it became the foundation for everything that followed.

From that point on, every material, texture and finish was carefully considered to create a cohesive palette that flowed throughout the entire home.

For me, great design begins with the materials. I love combining hardwearing, stain-resistant engineered stone with the warmth and authenticity of natural timber. The vertical timber slatted detailing to the island introduces texture and character, balancing the refined surfaces while creating a timeless focal point.

Every selection served a purpose. Functionality and durability were just as important as aesthetics, ensuring this kitchen would perform beautifully for everyday living while maintaining its enduring appeal.

Lighting was another key consideration. Chosen for its generous scale and sculptural form, the rope pendants became a statement feature, introducing warmth and a relaxed coastal influence that perfectly complements the material palette.

Designing this kitchen was about far more than creating a beautiful room - it was about establishing a material language that would guide every design decision throughout the rest of the home.

I’m incredibly honoured that this project has been recognised as a Finalist in the 2026 KBDi Design Awards - Queensland Large Kitchen Category. It is a privilege to have this work acknowledged alongside so many talented designers.

Thank you to my wonderful clients for trusting me with their home and embracing the vision from the very beginning.

Every transformation has a beginning. Swipe to the final images to see the kitchen before its redesign.

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