Your Colour Plan Starts Here

Two ways to stop second-guessing and start feeling confident in your home’s colours—before a brush even hits the wall.

Used by families across Sydney + South Coast

Tired of holding up paint swatches and hoping for the best?

Let’s take colour off your worry list—before the painters arrive.

These aren’t just consults.
They’re confidence sessions for time-poor homeowners who want cohesive, calm, mistake-proof colour plans—designed by a professional, tailored to your home.

Why It Feels So Hard to Choose Paint

Paint looks different on every wall, in every light, at every time of day.

Add in Pinterest overload, Bunnings sample walls, and that one friend who insists everything should be white—and suddenly, something that should feel exciting… feels paralyzing.

You don’t need more opinions. You need a clear plan.

The Truth Most People Miss

Your home’s colour palette isn’t just cosmetic.
It’s the foundation of how your home feels.

A great plan makes everything feel intentional.
A rushed or mismatched choice? You’ll feel it daily.

This is why experienced designers don’t just “pick paint.”
We curate palettes around your home’s light, layout, and lifestyle.

Two Ways to Get the Colour Confidence You’re Craving

You’ve got two clear options, based on how much support you need and how soon you need it.

The Personal Colour Consult or The Painter Ready Experience

The ‘Personal Colour Consult’

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    Choose the Consult That Fits

    Expert guidance for confident decision-makers who just need direction

    Perfect for:
    Homeowners who want clarity fast—before committing to the wrong paint.

    You’ll Receive:

    A one-on-one session with Deanna (in-person or virtual)

    A curated colour palette tailored to your space

    Expert paint brand

    Advice grounded in real-life lighting, existing furniture, layout, and flow

    Guidance on trims, walls, cabinetry, or exterior selections

    Optional Clarity Upgrades (like mockups or painter documents)

    Investment:

    🔘 Interior or Exterior Consult — $350

    🔘 Interior + Exterior Bundle — $490

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    The ultimate refresh. Save $210 when you book both consults together — ideal if you have just bought your new home or full home updates.

    Can’t find a time that suits — or not sure which consult is right for you? Call or text Deanna on 0421 606 715 and we’ll figure it out together.

  • Painter-Ready Colour Plan +$150

    Take the guesswork out of painting. A fully marked-up diagram shows exactly which colour goes where — room-by-room, wall-by-wall. Your painter will love you.

  • Facade Visual Render +$350

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    Bring Your Colours to Life with a Custom Visual. We apply your palette to your actual home to show you exactly how it will look before you paint.

Clarity Upgrades: Visualise Before You Commit
Perfect for visual thinkers and decision-fatigued minds.

If you’ve ever said, “I just need to see it first,” this is for you. These premium add-ons turn your consult into an ultra-clear, decision-making powerhouse.

✨ Painter-Ready Colour Plan — clearly marked placement for each colour

✨ Visual Preview Render — digital before-and-after of your facade

✨ Interior + Exterior Bundle — save $210 when booked together

“I had no idea how confident I could feel after a 1-hour Zoom call. Deanna’s process was magic.”

The ‘Painter Ready Experience’

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    The full-service, white-glove consult for clients who want clarity—delivered, documented, and done.

    Perfect for:
    Busy families, luxury homeowners, or time-poor professionals who want every detail handled.

    You’ll receive everything in the Personal Colour Consult, plus:

    The Colour Clarity Pack
    Beautifully printed rationale for your final selections, + A4 brushouts mailed to your door

    Precision Placement Plan
    Colour-coded mark-up for every surface (walls, trims, ceilings, exteriors)

    Painter-Ready Selection Document
    Fully formatted handover for your painter or builder

    Priority Turnaround (5–7 business days)

    Optional Painter Phone Briefing

    Post-consult support for questions, swaps, or clarifications

    This is how calm gets built—and how your vision gets protected.

    Investment:
    From $1,100

    Prefer to chat first? Call Deanna on 0421606715 for a no-pressure colour chat.

Still Unsure Which Package is Right for You?

If you're someone who:

  • Is building, renovating, or repainting soon

  • Has a few ideas but no real clarity

  • Wants a home that feels consistent and calm, not thrown together

You’re in the right place.

Whether you want simple direction or complete delivery—we’ll make sure your colours feel like you.

Why Clients Choose Elm & Ember

✓ Real-life experience designing for family homes
✓ Calm, professional energy to reduce overwhelm
✓ A clear plan—not just pretty ideas
✓ Designed with empathy and lived experience
✓ Support that doesn't disappear after the consult

Prefer to Chat First?

Still unsure if this is what you need?
You can call, text, or message Deanna directly on 0421606715— no pressure, just clarity.

Limited Weekly Consults Available

Because every colour plan is personalised and includes support, we only take a few clients each week.
If you’re painting soon—don’t leave it to chance (or the sample wall at Bunnings).


or
📞 Call Deanna: 0421 606 715 for a friendly, no-pressure chat.

Prefer to DM?

Slide into my DMs on Instagram: @elmandember_interiors
Send me “COLOUR” and I’ll help you figure out which consult is the best fit.

Not Ready to Book Just Yet?

That’s totally okay — let’s take one step at a time.

If you’re still unsure which white to choose, or you’ve tried a few sample pots and they just don’t feel right, this one’s for you:

📥 The White I’ll Never Use Again — and the 5 I Recommend Instead


A free designer-curated guide to no-fail interior whites that look calm, cohesive, and timeless in real homes.

It’s my most-downloaded freebie for a reason — grab it now and avoid the blue-tinged regrets.

  • You’re not just choosing paint. You’re designing the feeling of home—for years to come. Let’s make sure it reflects your vision, your life, and your light.

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Client Love.

You’re Not Just Booking a Service — You’re Investing in Peace of Mind.

  • Working with Deanna was an absolute dream! I had no idea where to start with choosing exterior colours, but she made the process so easy and enjoyable. The custom Colour Schedule was so detailed, and our painter had no trouble bringing everything to life. Our home now looks stunning—I couldn’t be happier!"

    – Nina T. Yowie Bay

  • Deanna made something that felt overwhelming feel totally achievable. I’m in love with the colours we chose and feel so confident moving forward!

    Kate, South Coast

  • We had no idea how to update the facade. After the consult, we felt totally clear. The render was a game changer

    – Emily, Holiday Home Owner in Gerringong

  • I used to dread picking colours — but Deanna made it effortless. My painter was impressed, my family loves it, and I finally feel proud of our home again.

    – Jess & Mark, South Coast Renovation

  • Working with Deanna was a dream! She made our colour selection so easy, from paint, to fabrics, to textures. The end result is just amazing – we never could have produced the result that we have without Deanna’s practiced eye. A huge thankyou – we love our outdoor space!

    - Jeni, Lilli Pilli

Still wondering if this is right for you?

  • A: Yes! Most clients love the ease of Zoom — but in-person consults are available depending on location.

  • A: Yes! You can book them separately or bundle for the best value.

  • A: Not at all. I’ll help draw that out during our session and guide you toward a palette that feels like you.

  • A: While Dulux is my standard, I can offer guidance across other premium brands if needed — including Taubmans, Resene, Porter’s and more.

  • You’re in the driver’s seat — we guide and collaborate to find your perfect match.

  • Absolutely. We’ll fine-tune your palette and fill in the gaps with confidence.