Three Fishes Interior Design

Three Fishes Interior Design Retail Design Management
Shopping Centre Design
Public Realm Design

25/05/2026

Spaces like this are designed to do more than just serve food.

They create a feeling.

From the moment you walk in, there’s an immediate shift.
The colour, the lighting, the layout, it all works together to set the tone before anything is ordered.

It looks playful.
Effortless.
Almost nostalgic.

But underneath that is a lot of intention.

How the space draws people in from the mall.
How quickly customers can move from ordering to sitting.
How seating is arranged to balance turnover with comfort.

Because in fast casual environments, experience drives everything.

Get it right, and people don’t just come for the product.
They come back for how the space made them feel.

That’s where design starts to work harder than the menu.

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22/05/2026

It’s not just a laundromat anymore.

Spaces like this are rethinking what everyday services can feel like.

Bright.
Considered.
Designed to be somewhere people don’t mind spending time.

Because the expectation has shifted.

People aren’t just looking for function.
They’re looking for experience, even in the most routine moments.

And that changes how these spaces need to be designed.

Flow still matters.
Efficiency still matters.
But now it sits alongside comfort, brand, and atmosphere.

When that balance is right, something simple becomes memorable.

And that’s where these spaces start to stand out.

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Kate Mackarell played a key role in bringing the new Sydney Fish Market to life, helping shape a project that redefines ...
18/05/2026

Kate Mackarell played a key role in bringing the new Sydney Fish Market to life, helping shape a project that redefines how a working market and public space can coexist.

With 42 individual tenancies and a fully operational wholesale market at its core, the focus was always on functionality first. Every space was designed around how each business actually operates, ensuring a seamless experience across retail, hospitality and wholesale.

The result is a market that feels cohesive, considered and full of energy. Built for real use, and built to last.

Kate and the team were honoured to be interviewed for the article, sharing insight into the thinking behind a project of this scale and complexity.

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A full circle moment this week.Kate Mackarell joined the panel at Design Centre Enmore, giving back to the place where h...
13/05/2026

A full circle moment this week.

Kate Mackarell joined the panel at Design Centre Enmore, giving back to the place where her own journey began.

Final year students shared their portfolios and stepped into interview conversations with practising designers and architects, bringing their ideas, energy, and ambition into the room.

A rewarding day all round, and a great reminder of the talent coming through the industry.

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In this interview, Kate Mackarell, Director of Three Fishes Interior Design, shares a deeper look into the thinking behi...
10/05/2026

In this interview, Kate Mackarell, Director of Three Fishes Interior Design, shares a deeper look into the thinking behind Retail Design Management and the role it really plays behind the scenes.

From the “detective work” of piecing together incomplete tenancy plans, to solving challenges around materiality, durability, and long-term performance, it’s the detail most overlook that often matters most.

The conversation also explores the values that have shaped Three Fishes over the past 24 years.

A people-first mindset, a tenant-first perspective, and a belief that collaboration should enable, not restrict.

It’s a reflection on building a respected business, contributing to the evolution of the industry, and doing it all as a team.

A thoughtful look at the work behind the work, and why it makes all the difference.

Three Fishes Interior Design has been featured in Interior Fitout, highlighting their role in the redevelopment of the S...
06/05/2026

Three Fishes Interior Design has been featured in Interior Fitout, highlighting their role in the redevelopment of the Sydney Fish Market.

The project brought together a complex mix of retailers, hospitality venues and operators, requiring a thoughtful and highly coordinated approach to retail design management.

Working on behalf of Infrastructure NSW, the team led the delivery of 42 individually designed tenancies, ensuring cohesion across a diverse and dynamic environment.

From concept through to on site delivery, the focus was not just on how the spaces look, but how they function day to day. Balancing architectural vision with operational reality, the outcome is a market that works as well as it presents.

Three Fishes were honoured to be featured in the article and to share insight into a project of this scale and significance.

A great example of what happens when design, strategy and real world operations come together.

04/05/2026

There's a difference between a space that looks finished and a space that's actually complete.

From a distance, they're hard to tell apart. But in daily use, the gap becomes obvious.

Finished spaces photograph well. Complete spaces perform well.

The difference shows up in details most people don't notice until they're missing. Cable management. Acoustic treatment. Lighting that supports actual tasks. Storage that's accessible, not just present.

These elements don't add visual drama. They add functional integrity.

Businesses that cut corners here don't realise the cost. Staff spend extra time managing workarounds. Clients notice small dysfunctions. Maintenance becomes constant instead of occasional.

Completion requires discipline. Following through on the details that don't show in renderings but determine whether the space works long-term.

When design is truly complete, operations feel easier. Teams perform better. The space holds up under pressure.

That's the return most businesses miss by stopping too early.

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Progress doesn’t come from staying in your comfort zone.In retail design, the strongest outcomes are often found by chal...
29/04/2026

Progress doesn’t come from staying in your comfort zone.

In retail design, the strongest outcomes are often found by challenging direction, not just following it.

Step back and question your ideas.
Push them further. Refine them. See where they can evolve beyond the obvious.

Open the discussion.
Better results come from shared thinking. Invite different perspectives, explore bigger ideas, and don’t shy away from the unexpected.

Stay in a mindset of continuous improvement.
Take what resonates, strengthen it, and shape it into something that delivers more for everyone involved.

Sometimes, all it takes is a shift in perspective to unlock a better result.

Consider these your retail design mantras.

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Working on a project like the new Sydney Fish Market comes with its fair share of complexity. Moving parts, tight timeli...
26/04/2026

Working on a project like the new Sydney Fish Market comes with its fair share of complexity. Moving parts, tight timelines, high expectations and plenty of challenges along the way.

What matters most to me is how those moments are handled.

Staying steady. Communicating clearly. Finding solutions when things don’t go to plan.

This kind of feedback is something we genuinely value. It speaks to the way we approach our work and the consistency we aim to bring to every project.

Grateful to have worked alongside such passionate operators and proud of what we’re building together.

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20/04/2026

There is something special about watching a place evolve from concept to reality and then seeing how people actually use it.

Since opening, the Sydney Fish Market has quickly found its rhythm. Strong foot traffic, consistent queues across key traders and a steady energy that carries from early morning through to the afternoon peak. It is clear the appetite for fresh seafood, quality produce and an authentic market experience is as strong as ever.

What stands out most is how people move through the space. The flow feels natural. Customers are drawn to the theatrical elements, the open displays, the interaction with product. It reinforces how important it is to design for behaviour, not just aesthetics.

From a retail perspective, the mix is working hard. Operators with a clear offer, strong visual merchandising and confidence in their product are the ones creating momentum. You can feel the difference.

It is also a great reminder that markets are not just about transactions. They are about experience, culture and connection. When that balance is right, the commercial outcomes follow.

A strong result so far and a great example of what happens when vision, planning and ex*****on align.

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