The Queensland HIA & IDA Interior Design Awards were held last weekend – here’s a wrap up of all the winners!
Design Professional
Winner: David James – Studio James Interiors
Taking inspiration from the adjacent natural environment, this project sits in harmony within its setting, offering a family-friendly space. Designed for entertaining as well as daily living, the residents love their dream home which perfectly combines the beauty of nature with functional inclusions.
Residential Interior Design Over $200,000
Winner: Carla Rausch Designs
With a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor living, this home is the perfect representation of the client’s vision for a stunning resort oasis. Perfect for entertaining, this timeless home exudes opulence and a relaxed ambiance and is a credit to the team which overcame budget restrictions and a few challenges during the build.
Residential Interior Design Up to $200,000
Winner: Marilena Baynes Interior Design Studio
Light, modern and highly practical, this new kitchen has transformed an outdated space by focussing on organisation and layout. With an expanded preparation space and cleverly-hidden appliance storage, the kitchen enjoys the natural light which streams through the enlarged window space. Sage green sits beautifully against soft greys and whites to create a welcoming atmosphere.
Commercial Interior Decorate Projects
Winner: The Style Game
This lovely transformation of St. Vincent’s Boondall Retirement Living features bespoke furnishings, curated artworks and improved seating arrangements. The interior decoration has focussed on enhancing functionality and aesthetic appeal to create a welcoming and stylish space.
Commercial Interior Design Projects
Winner: Ethos Interiors
With a focus on the patient experience, this project for Lumina Eye Centre prioritises comfort and cleanliness while bringing warmth and luxury into a medical space. The project features elegant bathroom areas, consultation rooms with integrated equipment and collaborative staff areas.
Display Home Interior Design/Decorate
Winner: Studio K Interior Design
The unification of indoor and outdoor spaces sees beautiful curved walls, high ceilings and low-maintenance materials feature strongly. This versatile, self-contained studio focusses on using a vibrant colour scheme to create an appealing space.
Property Styling Large 4 and over bedrooms (detached)
Winner: Valiant Interiors
Opulent living at its best, Rivers Reach, Hamilton embodies a grand ambiance that matches its riverfront location. Naturally elegant timber elements connect the home to nature, enhanced by warm beige, peach, light blue and rust tones to complement the black accents.
Property Styling Multi Residential individual dwelling
Winner: Valiant Interiors
The challenging in styling these six Riverside apartments was to ensure each space set a new standard for luxury living while taking advantage of the incredible Brisbane River views. Refined styling elements balanced with premium furniture and stunning colour schemes more than met the brief.
Property Styling Small – 1-3 bedroom dwelling (detached)
Winner: Cape Cod Residential
Every room in this 1950s Tarragindi home was meticulously styled to enhance the sleek, clean aesthetic. Kitchen, dining and outdoor areas blend seamlessly with modern charm to increase the perception of value in the home, which resulted in increased interest at the first open house.
Residential Interior Decorate Over $50,000
Winner: Carla Rausch Designs
An extraordinary home that oozes the appeal of resort living, with opulent décor that creates an enduring and appealing space. With lush textures, refined furnishings and a relaxed ambiance, the home is perfect for entertaining a crowd or quiet family evenings at home.
For more information visit hia.com.au/qld-interior-design-and-decorate-awards/award-winners-2024
