Design confidence starts here.
The School by The Designory is your go-to destination for learning how to design, build, and style like a pro. From masterclasses and behind-the-scenes videos to downloadable resources and decorating guides, this is where knowledge meets creativity.
Learn with us
Good design should be shared—not gate-kept. That’s why we’ve opened the doors to The School, a dynamic educational platform where we’re giving you the knowledge, strategies, and tools we’ve spent years perfecting.
Whether you're building, renovating, decorating or dreaming, The School is here to guide you through every step with confidence. From comprehensive digital downloads and free resources to deep-dive video tutorials and live design sessions, you’ll find everything you need to create spaces that feel as good as they look.
MASTERCLASSES MONDAY’S WITH MEL OUR PLANS THE JOURNAL DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES PODCAST
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Designing from the Inside Out
MASTERCLASSES
Designing from the Inside Out Masterclasses are a deep dive into the real-world knowledge, tools, and insider tips that shape great design. Whether you're renovating/building your own home or launching your design career, these courses will empower you with everything we’ve learned in the field.
COURSES COMING SOON:
From Blueprint to Build.
The Art of Interiors
Starting your Design Business.
MONDAY’s
WITH MEL
Your fortnightly dose of expert advice and insight straight from Mel herself. This online live Zoom orkshop session is packed with tips, inspiration, and answers to your biggest design questions.
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Our founder Melissa hosts an exclusive one-hour workshop centred around a specific design theme or focus area. Upon registering, you’ll receive access to a live Zoom session where Melissa shares practical, real-world insights drawn from years of hands-on experience. These sessions are refreshingly down-to-earth—no fluff, no overhyped jargon—just genuinely useful design advice you can apply with confidence. Submit a question about the topic and have it answered during the Zoom!
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Each Workshop is priced at $15.95, and includes access to a recording of the session so you can revisit the content anytime.
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If you have a design question related to the workshop theme, we invite you to submit it ahead of time—Melissa will personally answer selected questions during the session. Should we receive a high volume of submissions, we’ll compile a practical FAQ guide featuring the most relevant insights, which will be emailed to all participants after the class. It’s a great way to ensure your questions are heard and that everyone walks away with even more valuable, actionable advice.
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Can’t make it to the live Zoom session? No problem—your booking still secures your place. A full recording of the masterclass will be emailed to you after the session, so you can watch it at your convenience, anytime that suits your schedule. Flexible, easy, and designed to fit into your life.
UPCOMING SESSIONS:
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Create a Coheasive and Successful Project
July 7th 10-11am ESDT
Learn about the power of repetition, colour and texture.
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Designing your home to sell?
July 21st at 7 - 8pm ESDT
What do buyers value? Make the most of your homes features & correct the worst.
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Learn to layer light for mood and function
August 4th at 11-12pm ESDT
How to create ambient, task, and accent lighting in the Australian home context.
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Kitchen Design 101
August 18th at 7 - 8pm ESDT
Learn about the working triangle and beyond including: modern layouts, surface choices, and clever storage.
Shop our plans
Designer homes made simple—skip the guesswork & get the plans and finishes to build your dream space with confidence.
The Journal
Step inside our world of design— explore our tours of our most-loved projects, showroom reveals, & behind-the-scenes moments plus read our interviews, dive in to our reviews, & get our insider tips
We’re thrilled to announce —The Designory is launching a podcast! Designing from the Inside Out Podcast is coming soon, and it’s more than just a design podcast.
It’s a deep dive into the world of interiors, creativity, and the stories that shape the spaces we love. Expect inspiring conversations with brands we admire, industry experts we learn from, and some of our all-time favourite people. Whether you're a design lover, renovator, or just curious about how great spaces come to life, this podcast is for you. Stay tuned—your new favourite listen is just around the corner.
FREE Design Resources
We’ve created a series of free, easy-to-follow guides to share our favourite design secrets—one topic at a time.
