David Hicks Design Pty Ltd

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David Hicks Design Pty Ltd Building Interior and Garden Design Studio www.davidhicks.com

Hicks is known for his atttention to detail and the constant evolution of his trademark; modern luxury. He is a highly regarded authority on design and is regularly called upon for speaking and judging engagements, most recently serving as a judge on the Australian Channel Nine network’s Interior Design series, “Home Made”.

ORIGAMI BONDI“Interior design is an incredibly intimate and personal art form. It shapes how we live and how we interact...
09/28/2026

ORIGAMI BONDI

“Interior design is an incredibly intimate and personal art form. It shapes how we live and how we interact with the world.”

For this Bondi project, we took inspiration from Japan. Shown here is the lighter interior scheme, Hiru, the Japanese word for daytime. It is shaped by natural tones that respond to the harbour, coast and changing outlook, creating interiors that feel calm, refined and intuitive.

Generous scullery kitchens are designed around entertaining, while beautifully detailed walk-in robes, bespoke concealed storage and considered display spaces bring the same level of attention to the more private rituals of everyday life.

Throughout, custom marble detailing and crafted timber joinery elevate the interiors, bringing individuality and a distinctly residential quality to every space.

World’s Top 100 Interior Designers of 2026Honoured to be included among the World’s Top 100 Interior Designers of 2026 i...
09/25/2026

World’s Top 100 Interior Designers of 2026

Honoured to be included among the World’s Top 100 Interior Designers of 2026 in Interior Design Review — Volume 30.

This year also marks the 30th anniversary of the publication, often referred to as “the Bible of interior design”, documenting three decades of international interior design.

Having worked in design for much of that same period makes being included in this milestone edition even more special.

A wonderful recognition for our studio and everyone who has contributed to our work over the years.

PERIOD HOUSE, REIMAGINEDWhen redesigning a period family home, we don't simply restore what was there or strip away its ...
09/22/2026

PERIOD HOUSE, REIMAGINED

When redesigning a period family home, we don't simply restore what was there or strip away its history. It is about understanding the strength of the original architecture and then confidently adding another layer.

Here, the proportions and period detailing are retained, but the interiors gain a completely new character through strong material choices, contemporary and vintage furniture, art, and decoration. Marble sits against original detailing, while sculptural forms bring a different energy to the more traditional rooms.

The result is a house that retains its history but feels entirely relevant to the way a family lives today.

ArchitectureWe design houses from the inside out, starting with how people will live in them and how the architecture re...
09/20/2026

Architecture

We design houses from the inside out, starting with how people will live in them and how the architecture responds to its setting.

For this Brisbane house, modernism informed the architecture with strong horizontal planes, clear structure, and honest use of materials. Glass walls open the house to internal courtyards and gardens, letting spaces flow between inside and out and making the most of Brisbane’s warm climate.

Stone, glass and polished metal give the architecture strength, while natural light, landscape and shadow constantly change the experience of the house throughout the day.

A modernist house designed specifically for the way Brisbane is lived.

FAMILY HOMEA family home where everyday living is considered as carefully as the decoration.The television disappears be...
09/18/2026

FAMILY HOME

A family home where everyday living is considered as carefully as the decoration.

The television disappears behind bespoke joinery, turning a practical necessity into a defining feature of the room. Rich timber, textured panels and heavily veined marble create an architectural backdrop, balanced by comfortable furniture upholstered in embroidered Armani fabrics.

For me, great design is not about adding more; it is about resolving everything, including the things you don’t want to see.

WOODEND HOUSEThis house was designed from the ground up for a couple downsizing from their substantial Mount Macedon hom...
09/16/2026

WOODEND HOUSE

This house was designed from the ground up for a couple downsizing from their substantial Mount Macedon home in Victoria’s Macedon Ranges. More intimate in scale, the new house balances the warmth and informality of country living with a more refined interior approach.

Natural materials, textured walls, vintage and contemporary furniture, art and collected objects give each room its own character. The restrained palette lets proportion, texture, and individual pieces define the spaces.

Comfortable and relaxed, but with a level of detail and sophistication that moves away from the traditional country house towards the feeling of a European villa.

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GOLD COAST A family home on the Gold Coast designed around comfort, ease and everyday living.The feeling is relaxed and ...
09/14/2026

GOLD COAST

A family home on the Gold Coast designed around comfort, ease and everyday living.

The feeling is relaxed and connected to the beach, drawing inspiration from Mediterranean villas and the Côte d'Azur; the design avoids expected coastal references, leaning more into a sophisticated, comfortable style.

Generous spaces, natural materials, tactile fabrics, sculptural furniture, and collected pieces bring warmth and individuality, creating a home for the family to gather, entertain, and retreat.

Years of designing high-end fashion retail have given us a particular understanding of how clothing and accessories shou...
09/10/2026

Years of designing high-end fashion retail have given us a particular understanding of how clothing and accessories should be stored, organised and displayed.

We brought that experience into the design of this primary dressing room, treating the client’s wardrobe much as we would a boutique collection.

Everything has its place. Hanging and folded clothing, shoes, bags, jewellery and accessories were considered individually to determine the dimensions, configuration and detailing of the joinery. Glass vitrines and marble-lined niches allow selected pieces to be displayed, while the central island combines concealed storage with a glazed surface for the pieces you want to see.

The result is highly functional, but equally about the room's experience, bringing the precision and refinement of luxury retail into the home.

COMFORT, MADE PERSONALA private retreat where comfort is considered in every detail.Bespoke furniture, layered textiles,...
09/09/2026

COMFORT, MADE PERSONAL

A private retreat where comfort is considered in every detail.

Bespoke furniture, layered textiles, and carefully resolved details create a bedroom that feels deeply personal. One designed not simply for how it looks, but for how it feels to live in.

Softness, proportion, and craftsmanship come together to create a sense of ease and intimacy, in which every element has been designed specifically for the space.

Introducing Felix, our new tapware collection designed in collaboration with Sussex.Inspired by the clean lines and mate...
09/08/2026

Introducing Felix, our new tapware collection designed in collaboration with Sussex.

Inspired by the clean lines and material innovation of modernism, Felix transforms an everyday object into something sculptural, tactile and enduring.

Beginning with hand-drawn sketches, each piece has been refined in terms of proportion, material, and engineering. Strong architectural forms are layered with contrasting finishes, bringing depth and individuality to an otherwise simple object.

For me, the best design has a clear identity without belonging to a particular moment. Felix was created with that philosophy, distinctive rather than fashionable, designed to evolve rather than date.

Designed by David Hicks. Made in Australia by Sussex.

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