Living in The Plan: Your Home, Fully Considered
You’ve got plans. But do they truly reflect how you want to live?
Our “Living in the Plan” review is a collaborative service run by Founder and Creative Director, Melissa Bonney, that reviews your building plans through the lens of overall property enhancement, liveability, and lifestyle. Whether you’re working with an architect, builder, or draftsperson, we help you spot missed opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and ensure your home functions as beautifully as it looks — before construction begins.
What’s Included:
1. Online Video Call
You’ll meet with Melissa for a personal briefing session to unpack your vision, lifestyle needs, and design priorities. This call is all about clarity — so we can understand what matters most to you.
2. Plan Review + Concept Development
We dive into your floor plans, inspiration, and project brief, exploring everything from spatial planning to material selections. Using our 20+ years of experience across 430+ homes, we identify areas for improvement, enhance functionality, and bring your style to life.
3. Final Presentation
We reconnect via video to walk you through your “proofed” plans. You’ll receive a full a clear set of recommendations — ready to share with your builder, architect, or designer.
Upgrade option to discuss: You can also undertake a 3D walkthrough of your home so you can see how it feels to live there, not just how it looks on paper. Ask us and we’ll help you bring it to life!
Ready to get started? Book your session now at hello@thedesignory.com.au
“Because great design isn’t just what you see — it’s how it feels to live in it." Melissa Bonney
You’ve got plans. But do they truly reflect how you want to live?
Our “Living in the Plan” review is a collaborative service run by Founder and Creative Director, Melissa Bonney, that reviews your building plans through the lens of overall property enhancement, liveability, and lifestyle. Whether you’re working with an architect, builder, or draftsperson, we help you spot missed opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and ensure your home functions as beautifully as it looks — before construction begins.
What’s Included:
1. Online Video Call
You’ll meet with Melissa for a personal briefing session to unpack your vision, lifestyle needs, and design priorities. This call is all about clarity — so we can understand what matters most to you.
2. Plan Review + Concept Development
We dive into your floor plans, inspiration, and project brief, exploring everything from spatial planning to material selections. Using our 20+ years of experience across 430+ homes, we identify areas for improvement, enhance functionality, and bring your style to life.
3. Final Presentation
We reconnect via video to walk you through your “proofed” plans. You’ll receive a full a clear set of recommendations — ready to share with your builder, architect, or designer.
Upgrade option to discuss: You can also undertake a 3D walkthrough of your home so you can see how it feels to live there, not just how it looks on paper. Ask us and we’ll help you bring it to life!
Ready to get started? Book your session now at hello@thedesignory.com.au
“Because great design isn’t just what you see — it’s how it feels to live in it." Melissa Bonney
You’ve got plans. But do they truly reflect how you want to live?
Our “Living in the Plan” review is a collaborative service run by Founder and Creative Director, Melissa Bonney, that reviews your building plans through the lens of overall property enhancement, liveability, and lifestyle. Whether you’re working with an architect, builder, or draftsperson, we help you spot missed opportunities, avoid costly mistakes, and ensure your home functions as beautifully as it looks — before construction begins.
What’s Included:
1. Online Video Call
You’ll meet with Melissa for a personal briefing session to unpack your vision, lifestyle needs, and design priorities. This call is all about clarity — so we can understand what matters most to you.
2. Plan Review + Concept Development
We dive into your floor plans, inspiration, and project brief, exploring everything from spatial planning to material selections. Using our 20+ years of experience across 430+ homes, we identify areas for improvement, enhance functionality, and bring your style to life.
3. Final Presentation
We reconnect via video to walk you through your “proofed” plans. You’ll receive a full a clear set of recommendations — ready to share with your builder, architect, or designer.
Upgrade option to discuss: You can also undertake a 3D walkthrough of your home so you can see how it feels to live there, not just how it looks on paper. Ask us and we’ll help you bring it to life!
Ready to get started? Book your session now at hello@thedesignory.com.au
“Because great design isn’t just what you see — it’s how it feels to live in it." Melissa Bonney
Why Clients Love our “Living in the Plan” review
More Confidence, Less Overwhelm
We help simplify your decisions — and ensure nothing is missed.Maximise Every Square Metre
From furniture layouts to door swings, we fine-tune spatial planning so your home works smarter.Avoid Expensive Rework
Spot issues and missed opportunities early — when changes are still easy (and affordable) to make.Design With Purpose
Whether it’s grandad’s piano or an open-plan kitchen, we make sure your lifestyle has a home.
Who It’s For
“Living the Plan” is ideal for:
Renovators wanting reassurance before demo day
Homeowners with DA-approved plans that need tweaking
New builds seeking expert input on flow and function
Homeowners who struggle to picture their home from traditional plans
People who trust our design process from following our past projects
People who need a third-party sounding board to refine their ideas with expert guidance
What You’ll Walk Away With
Marked-up recommendations for layout and design adjustments
Furniture layouts and spatial planning suggestions
Tailored design tips and considerations
Confidence that your plans truly work — before you build
Our plan review process brings the big-picture thinking and detail-driven interior expertise your future home deserves.
It’s our way of ensuring that what gets built is exactly what you imagined — and more.
Scope of Service
“Living in the Plan” is tailored for single residential homes (up to 3 beds, 2 baths). Have a larger or more complex project? Contact us to explore a custom solution at hello@thedesignory.com.au.
Ready to get started? Book your session now at hello@thedesignory.com.au
