Consultations

Inspired by Australian mid-century design, natural materials and connection to landscape, SLJ designs homes and spaces that feel personal, practical and connected to the way people live.

Not every project needs to begin with a full design package.

SLJ’s Upfront Consultations are designed to help you understand your options, clarify your ideas and choose the best next step before committing to a larger building or interior design process. Whether you are exploring the potential of a property, planning a renovation, or seeking clear interior direction, these focused consultations and workshops provide practical advice, considered design thinking and a clear pathway forward.

UPFRONT CONSULTATIONS ↓

All SLJ Upfront Consultations are confirmed with a 50% deposit

Building + Interior Design Consultation

A focused 2-hour consultation to workshop your ideas, explore layout and interior direction, and understand the best next step for your home. Ideal for clients who need clarity before beginning a larger renovation, extension or interior design project. ↓

$1450

Clarify your ideas, understand your options, and leave with a clear direction for your project.

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DESIGN FEASIBILITY STUDY

An early-stage review to help you understand what may be possible before committing to the full design process. Ideal for renovations, extensions, pre-purchase advice or site planning, this service explores planning considerations, site opportunities, constraints and the best next step for your project. ↓

$725

Understand what is possible before committing to a full design process

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INTERIOR DESIGN WORKSHOP

A design workshop to help clarify the look, feel and function of your space. Ideal when you need guidance with colours, finishes, furniture, materials or styling direction before making decisions or moving into a larger interior design process. ↓

$725

Discover your style potential before you hit the showrooms

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WHO IS THIS CONSULTATION FOR

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homeowners unsure where to start
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renovations or extensions needing early direction

clients with lots of ideas but no clear pathway

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layout, flow and functionality advice
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combining building design with interiors

understanding whether a project needs design, 
builder input, approvals or further investigation

clients wanting to workshop ideas before spending 
more money

INCLUDED IN THE CONSULTATION

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2-hour consultation
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review of your ideas, plans, inspirational images

discussion around how you want to live in the home

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layout and spatial planning advice
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building design and interior design direction

renovation, extension or reworking options

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broad budget and staging discussion
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advice on where to spend and where to simplify

builder, consultant pathway advice where suitable

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recommended next steps
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WHAT YOU NEED TO PROVIDE

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property address
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photos or videos of the home
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existing plans if available
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inspiration images
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brief / wishlist
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known budget range
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key issues, frustrations or goals
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CONSULTATION TAKEAWAYS

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2-hour consultation
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written summary
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key recommendations
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design priorities
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suggested next steps
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guidance on whether full design services 
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EXCLUSIONS

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full concept design
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measured drawings
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DA / CDC documentation
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detailed selections schedule
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trade or builder quotes
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project management
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guaranteed approval or construction costing

WHO IS THIS STUDY FOR

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pre-purchase advice
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renovation or extension potential
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knockdown / rebuild decisions
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secondary dwelling / granny flat ideas
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early planning control review
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INCLUDED IN THE STUDY

review of site address and property 
information

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zoning and planning control review
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site constraints and opportunities
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orientation and climate overview
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broad assessment of development / 
renovation potential

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likely approval pathway: DA, CDC 
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early design direction
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key risks and unknowns
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recommended next steps
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WHAT YOU NEED TO PROVIDE

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property address
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survey, plans or contract documents 
if available

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photos
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brief / wishlist
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any council or strata information 
already known

STUDY TAKEAWAYS

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60 minute consultation 
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feasibility report
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recommended next steps
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EXCLUSIONS

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full concept design
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measured drawings
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DA / CDC documentation
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consultant reports
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guaranteed approval outcome
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detailed construction costing
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WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR

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clients feeling overwhelmed by choices
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colour / material direction
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furniture and styling guidance
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kitchen, bathroom or laundry ideas
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mid-century homes needing sensitive updates

clients wanting advice before shopping
or renovating

INCLUDED IN THE WORKSHOP

review of your space, ideas and 
inspiration images

discussion of how you want the space to 
feel and function

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colour, material and finish direction
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furniture layout advice
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lighting, flooring and window furnishing 
guidance

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where to spend and where to save
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supplier / showroom / outlet suggestions

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recommended next steps
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WHAT YOU NEED TO PROVIDE

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photos or videos of the space
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floor plan if available
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inspiration images
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list of current pain points
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budget range if known
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any pieces you want to keep and highlight

WORKSHOP TAKEAWAYS

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2-hour consultation
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written summary
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priority recommendations
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suggested suppliers / product direction
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next-step pathway
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EXCLUSIONS

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full interior design scheme
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detailed joinery drawings
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specifications with product selections
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trade quotes
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project management
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styling installation
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Flexible Design Services ↓

Happy to be a part of the design journey!

SLJ can be engaged for the full design process or for selected phases only. Reach out to discuss how SLJ can support your project in a way that best suits your needs, scope and stage.

Inspired by Australian mid-century design, natural materials and connection to landscape, SLJ designs homes and spaces that feel personal, practical and connected to the way people live.

Building + Interior Design Consultation

$1450

DESIGN FEASIBILITY STUDY

$725

INTERIOR DESIGN WORKSHOP

$725

discover what is possible when you design your spaces around people and place.