Interior Design
Styling
ART AND CREATIVE DIRECTION
Decluttering
ABOUT
Having grown up with family in real estate, holiday letting management and interior design I have been well positioned in the way of ideal mentors. After hundreds of successful projects since starting in 2013, I am still always thrilled by the creativity involved in decorating a new space.
Working with companies such as ShareSorted, and Holiday Rental Specialists and their clients direct has provided much experience in the field of interior design and furnishing specifically for share accommodation
and short-term rentals. I now take great pleasure in providing turn-key packages or bespoke offerings as the budget allows.
We are based in Sydney however offer our services from the North to South Coasts, the Mountains, the Highlands and the Southern Tablelands. As such our portfolio is well versed in a diverse range of aesthetics from modern city, cosy country to fresh coastal, whilst always valuing simplicity and minimalism. Holding the guest's experience as the highest priority in the design process is key in delivering quality results in order to earn glowing guest reviews and to maximise owner's profits.
SERVICES
Consultations
We invite you to be a collaborative partner in the design journey or sit back and enjoy the piece of mind of professional advice. You will receive a floor plan to illustrate the flow and functionality of the layout and a concept board for an understanding of the direction of styling and theme. This is the planning stage where we assist in the co-ordination of colour palette, materials, and furnishings.
Your individual budget is addressed when choosing a package to suit you.
Project Management
& Installation
Following any construction renovation our team will deliver all items, installing in perfect positions and assemble all flat pack items, saving you the headache!
All waste and packaging is removed so the property is presentable for management to do their final checks and move quickly to the photography stage.
Decluttering
Holiday houses need to feel welcoming and homely to everyone but not like you've accidentally stepped into someone else's home. For properties that are already set up but are in need of a refresh or detox, the decluttering service can rejuvenate the space to feel new again and provide more appeal to guests.
Particular areas such as wardrobes, pantries, cupboards, and bookcases deserve the same eye for detail as all other spaces. As part of the decluttering process "depersonalisation" will be also addressed.
Sourcing
Keeping costs low and getting the project to market quickly so that it can be earning a return in the soonest time possible are key to a successful start-up business strategy. We oversee a cost effective and timely set up for your property by ensuring we always have key items purchased at low price points in storage.
Our promise is to deliver a professional service that delicately balances the art of creating strong visual appeal in a crowded marketplace on a budget whilst maximising returns in occupancy and nightly rates.
Our network of suppliers and wholesalers allows us to pass on trade discounts for you to reap the benefit.
Style
The finishing touches are where the magic happens. Fresh flowers and food are set up to ensure the space comes alive, showing the full potential of a dream holiday or living experience on the day of photography.
The table awaits a dinner party, the backyard is ready for a picnic, the bedroom offers breakfast in bed, the bathroom invites the guest to unwind in a bubble bath...let us ensure your photography allows guests to buy into this dream for your marketing material to be on point.
GOOD MEMORIES START WITH BETTER DESIGN
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Frances, Kiama
Kate delivered an amazing transformation. Our property now lives up to the phenomenal beachside location. Within a day of the new photographs going live, we had 2 fantastic bookings at peak rates.
Catherine, Berry
From the moment I first spoke with Kate I knew that I had found the right person to assist me in preparing my property for holiday rental. Kate is a true professional . Her attention to detail is incredible and the vision I had for my home was realised perfectly within budget and within the tight timeline we had . Her knowledge of design, colour and texture is so impressive . Throughout the entire project Kate was so incredibly easy to work with and no task or challenge too difficult for her to quietly manage .
I cannot recommend Kate highly enough and look forward to working with her again.
Chris, Marrickville
Kate has been styling our professionally managed share houses for 4 years. Kate has an amazing ability to make our properties look luxurious on a very strict budget which has allowed us to maximise our return on investment.
GALLERY
EMAIL:
info@katerutherfordstyling.com
PHONE:
0434488347