SOURCE WITH US

Spring Sourcing Trips

Shop with a designer by your side

Join Melissa Bonney, Founder and Creative Director of The Designory, for an exclusive, in-person curated shopping tour and supplier visits throughout some of our favourite cities. This experience is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and insider access — whether you’re decorating, renovating, building, or simply love great design.

Brisbane | September 2026

  • Decorating Sourcing Trip

    BRISBANE | 24TH OF SEPTEMBER | 9AM-5PM

    An interactive sourcing trip around Brisbane to explore our favourite shops and suppliers. Perfect if your designing or decorating your home.

    SOURCING FOR: Furniture, Decor, Art & Finishes

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  • Design Sourcing Trip

    BRISBANE | 25TH OF SEPTEMBER | 9AM-5PM

    An interactive sourcing trip around Brisbane to explore our favourite shops and suppliers. Perfect if your planning a build or renovation.

    SOURCING FOR: Finishes, Fixtures and Fittings

    RSVP

Sydney | October 2026

  • Decorating Sourcing Trip

    SYDNEY | 22ND OF OCTOBER | 9AM-5PM

    An interactive sourcing trip around Sydney to explore our favourite shops and suppliers. Perfect if your designing or decorating your home.

    SOURCING FOR: Furniture, Decor, Art & Finishes

    RSVP

  • Design Sourcing Trip

    SYDNEY | 23RD OF OCTOBER | 9AM-5PM

    An interactive sourcing trip around Brisbane to explore our favourite shops and suppliers. Perfect if your planning a build or renovation.

    SOURCING FOR: Finishes, Fixtures and Fittings

    RSVP
A woman sitting outdoors smiling with her chin resting on her hand, in front of a large palm tree.

Your retreat host Melissa Bonney

FOUNDER & CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF THE DESIGNORY

Melissa Bonney is a trusted voice in the Australian design and building industry, bringing over 30 years of experience across property, building + interior design, project management, marketing, and human behaviour. Her career spans client projects, personal developments, and strategic brand partnerships—resulting in a uniquely holistic and people-focused approach to both design and education.

As Founder and Creative Director of The Designory, Melissa has led more than 400 successful residential design and build projects. Her strength lies in blending creative vision with practical insight — making great design feel accessible, intelligent, and deeply considered.

Melissa is also an advocate for accessible, transparent design. She’s passionate about sharing professional insights, simplifying the process for homeowners, and breaking down industry barriers through education, digital resources, and collaborative storytelling. Driven by curiosity and a love of innovation, Melissa is on a mission to empower others to design with confidence and creativity—without the barriers of jargon or exclusivity.

mumma of 3 | property obsessed | collector of old things | lover of tea | golden retriever enthusiast | yoga teacher in training

Pathway leading to a white lighthouse on a hill overlooking the ocean, with people walking nearby during sunset.
Interior of a modern living room with natural light, featuring a wooden table, beige armchair, white sofa, and a large window showing lush green tropical plants outside.
A modern living room with a large mustard-colored sofa, a low wooden coffee table, and multiple patterned pillows. There is a tall, white floor lamp, a pink textured rug, and large windows with wooden trim that let in natural light. A green plant is near the windows and the walls are textured with a concrete finish.
Sample materials for interior design, including tiles, a wooden panel, a plush gray rug, a stone slab, a black strip, and a metallic cylindrical piece.
Arrangement of various sample materials on a wooden table, including tiles, fabric swatches, and color samples, with hands pointing towards the samples.