A two-day immersive design retreat with The Designory

Join Melissa Bonney, Founder and Creative Director of The Designory, for an exclusive, in-person design experience set in the heart of Byron Bay — where relaxed luxury, considered design, and creative inspiration collide.

Over two immersive days, you’ll enjoy bite-size design workshops, live Q&A sessions with Mel, curated shopping and supplier visits, and intimate designer-led conversations — all while experiencing some of Byron Bay’s most beautiful spaces.

This experience is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and insider access — whether you’re decorating, renovating, building, or simply love great design.

DATES & INVESTMENT

Friday 15 May & Saturday 16 May, 2026

·       $900 per person / per day

·       $1,650 per person (both days)

Guests may attend one day or both.

What’s included

Your ticket includes:

• Exclusive accommodation partner discounts and offers at Hotel Marvell, Basq House and The Bower

• All bus transportation between venues, tours and activities

• Daily morning tea and light lunches

• Cocktails & canapés at Hotel Marvell on Saturday afternoon

• Optional yoga session or guided walk to Cape Byron Lighthouse on Saturday morning

• A luxury gift bag featuring curated products, samples and exclusive offers from The Designory’s favourite local brands

PLUS

• Complimentary access to The Designory’s Little Black Book

• Full access to The Designory’s eBooks, Kickstarters and Design Tools (valued at $500+)

• 50% off ANY Design Plans or schedules by The Designory

Guests will receive a digital handbook including:

• Full itinerary & Venue directions

• Your exclusive retreat discounts

• Mel’s favourite places to shop, dine and unwind in Byron Bay

What you’ll learn:

Across the two days, Melissa will share:

• Her proven design and build processes

• Key interior design principles that make spaces work

• How to confidently decorate, renovate or plan your next project

• Her go-to Byron Bay suppliers and trades

• Practical tips to save time, money and costly mistakes

Expect open, honest conversations, generous knowledge sharing, and real-world insight.