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Designer in Your Pocket: Project Mentoring

ONGOING DESIGN MENTORING FOR YOUR RENOVATION, BUILD OR DECORATING PROJECT

Limited places available. (Min 3-month commitment)

  • Managing your own build or renovation but wish you had a trusted design expert to call on when things get tricky? 

  • Decorating your home but can’t quite achieve that designer look and don’t know where to start? 

  • Or perhaps you’ve got a full team already in place, but need a sharp, strategic eye to review decisions, troubleshoot issues, and help keep things cohesive? 

Designer in Your Pocket gives you just that — direct, ongoing access to Melissa Bonney as your personal design mentor and project advisor. It’s a flexible, high-touch service for homeowners, renovators and design lovers who want to feel confident, supported and in control throughout their project — without the cost or commitment of a full-service design.

What’s Included

  • 2 x mentoring sessions per month (via Zoom or phone)
    Perfect for troubleshooting, planning and strategy

  • Unlimited messaging via Whatsapp/ Telegram (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
    Quick feedback and expert input in real time

  • Support tailored to your unique project
    Use Mel’s knowledge + experience to navigate selections, layouts, styling, supplier decisions, builder queries, and more

  • Ongoing guidance that evolves with your project
    Whether you’re just starting out or mid-way through, Melissa will walk beside you

    • Owner-builders managing their own renovation or new build

    • Homeowners working with a builder, architect or team — but wanting extra support

    • Busy professionals who need a sounding board to keep things moving

    • First-time renovators feeling unsure or overwhelmed

    • Design-savvy clients who want to stay hands-on — with expert backup

  • Once you join, we’ll onboard you with a simple questionnaire, book your fortnightly calls, and set you up on Telegram so Melissa is right there when you need her. You’ll get fast responses during business hours and high-level advice to keep your project flowing smoothly — from big-picture strategy to the tiniest material decision.

    This is your expert in your corner, every step of the way.

  • If your project evolves, you can expand your support with:

    • Site visits or in-person walkthroughs (NSW + QLD)

    • Plan reviews and layout markups

    • Finish selections and documentation packs

    • Styling advice + curated shopping lists

    • Deep dive consultations or team meetings

    We’ll tailor your experience based on your needs and project stage.

  • ·       $1,800 per month (incl. GST), invoiced monthly in advance

    ·       3-month minimum commitment

    Availability is limited due to the high-touch nature of this service

  • This is a high-touch, high-value service, and we want to keep the experience seamless and supportive. For clarity:

    Messaging is available Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm (AEST)

    ·       Please note: Telegram messages will be responded to within a reasonable timeframe, but not in real-time outside of the agreed hours.

    ·       Quick questions and feedback are welcomed via Telegram

    ·       In-depth reviews, detailed markups, or full design concepts will be referred to additional sessions or services as needed

    ·       If you're unsure whether something fits within this scope — just ask! We'll guide you.

  • Let’s keep your project on track, beautifully designed and stress-free — with a trusted expert by your side.
    Got a question?  hello@thedesignory.com.au