Designer in your Pocket: Ongoing Project Mentoring
Ongoing design mentoring for your renovation, build or decorating project.
(3-month minimum commitment)
Managing your own build or renovation but wish you had a trusted design expert to call on when things get tricky? 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 full-service design.
What’s Included
2 x 1-hour mentoring calls per month (via Zoom or phone)
Perfect for troubleshooting, planning and strategyUnlimited messaging via Telegram (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
Quick feedback and expert input in real timeSupport tailored to your unique project
Use it to navigate selections, layouts, styling, supplier decisions, builder queries, and moreOngoing guidance that evolves with your project
Whether you’re just starting out or mid-way through, Melissa will walk beside you
Ongoing design mentoring for your renovation, build or decorating project.
(3-month minimum commitment)
Managing your own build or renovation but wish you had a trusted design expert to call on when things get tricky? 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 full-service design.
What’s Included
2 x 1-hour mentoring calls per month (via Zoom or phone)
Perfect for troubleshooting, planning and strategyUnlimited messaging via Telegram (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
Quick feedback and expert input in real timeSupport tailored to your unique project
Use it to navigate selections, layouts, styling, supplier decisions, builder queries, and moreOngoing guidance that evolves with your project
Whether you’re just starting out or mid-way through, Melissa will walk beside you
Ongoing design mentoring for your renovation, build or decorating project.
(3-month minimum commitment)
Managing your own build or renovation but wish you had a trusted design expert to call on when things get tricky? 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 full-service design.
What’s Included
2 x 1-hour mentoring calls per month (via Zoom or phone)
Perfect for troubleshooting, planning and strategyUnlimited messaging via Telegram (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm)
Quick feedback and expert input in real timeSupport tailored to your unique project
Use it to navigate selections, layouts, styling, supplier decisions, builder queries, and moreOngoing guidance that evolves with your project
Whether you’re just starting out or mid-way through, Melissa will walk beside you
Who This Is For
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
How It Works
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.
Need More Support? Add-On Services Available
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.
Pricing & Commitment
· $1,500 per month (incl. GST), invoiced monthly in advance
· 3-month minimum commitment
Availability is limited due to the high-touch nature of this service
Respecting Boundaries
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.
Ready to work together?
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
