Elm & Ember Interiors – Colour Consultations & Design FAQ | Wollongong, South West Sydney & Southern Highlands
Q: What is an exterior colour consultation and how does it work?
An exterior colour consultation is a personalised service where I help you choose the perfect colour scheme for your home’s exterior. This includes selecting brick, roof, gutter, fascia, window frame, and paint colours that work harmoniously with each other and with your home’s style. For clients in South West Sydney, the Sutherland Shire, Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, and the Southern Highlands, I can provide on-site or virtual consultations. You’ll receive a tailored palette, expert undertone advice, and clear recommendations you can hand straight to your painter or builder.
Q: Do you help with internal paint colours and finishes?
Yes — I offer interior paint colour consultations to ensure your wall, trim, and ceiling colours work perfectly with your flooring, cabinetry, benchtops, tiles, and lighting. I also help you avoid costly mistakes by considering your home’s natural light and the undertones of your existing materials. My goal is to create a cohesive interior palette that feels intentional and timeless.
Q: Can you help me choose all my materials for a new build?
Absolutely. My new build selections service covers everything from flooring and tiles to benchtops, cabinetry, handles, tapware, and paint colours. I guide you through the showroom overwhelm so every choice works together — and with your budget. For new builds in Wollongong, Shellharbour, the Southern Highlands, Sutherland Shire, Kiama, and South West Sydney, I can attend selection appointments with you or consult virtually. Read the blog “Avoid These 5 Colour & Finishes Mistakes in Your New Build.”
Q: I’m an investor — can you help me make my property stand out?
Yes — I help property investors create appealing, market-ready interiors and exteriors that attract buyers or tenants. This includes cost-effective colour and material choices, quick design updates, and styling tips that give your property a competitive edge in the market. The goal is to improve perceived value while keeping your spend strategic.
Q: What areas do you service?
I work with clients across South West Sydney, the Sutherland Shire, Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, the Southern Highlands, and surrounding areas. I also offer virtual consultations Australia-wide, so you can get expert advice no matter where you’re building, renovating, or refreshing.
Q: What is your Personal Colour Consult and how much does it cost?
My Personal Colour Consult is my most popular service — perfect for homeowners who want expert direction before committing to paint colours or finishes.
Investment:
Interior or Exterior Consult — $350
Interior + Exterior Bundle — $490 (save $210 — ideal for new home purchases or full refreshes)
You’ll Receive:
A one-on-one session with me, Deanna — either in-person or virtual.
A curated colour palette tailored to your space.
Recommendations from leading paint brands.
Advice that takes into account your lighting, furniture, layout, and flow.
Guidance on trims, walls, cabinetry, or exterior selections.
Optional “Clarity Upgrades” such as visual mockups or painter-ready documents.
I service South West Sydney, the Sutherland Shire, Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, the Southern Highlands, and surrounding areas. Virtual consultations are also available Australia-wide.
Q: What other services do you offer besides colour consultations?
I also provide:
Material and finish selections for new builds (flooring, tiles, benchtops, cabinetry, handles, tapware)
Interior design guidance for kitchen or bathroom renovations, including layout planning and style direction.
Plan reviews to help you spot design or flow issues before you start building.
These services are quoted individually based on your project’s size, complexity, and requirements.
Q: Can you help me select all the colours and materials for a new build?
Yes. I work with new build clients to choose all external colours (brick, roof, gutter, fascia, windows, paint colours) and internal finishes (flooring, cabinetry, benchtops, tiles, tapware). My role is to make every choice work together so you get a home that feels cohesive and timeless — and avoid costly mistakes during the building process.
Q: Do you work with property investors?
Yes — I help investors select cost-effective finishes and colour schemes that make their properties stand out in the market. This approach improves perceived value, attracts buyers or tenants faster, and ensures the home photographs beautifully in listings.
Q: How do I prepare for my consultation?
Bring any inspiration images, floor plans, builder specifications, or samples you have — this helps me understand your vision and constraints. Don’t worry if you’re unsure; my job is to guide you from confusion to clarity.
Q: Can you match new colours to my existing finishes?
Yes — whether you’re keeping your brick, roof, flooring, or cabinetry, I can work around your existing elements to create a fresh, cohesive look. I often use a “can’t change it” approach to make what you already have look intentional and well-styled.
Ready to Feel Confident About Your Colours and Finishes?
Whether you need the perfect paint colour, a full exterior palette, or guidance through every choice in a new build, I can help you make decisions you’ll love — without the overwhelm.
Serving: South West Sydney, Sutherland Shire, Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Southern Highlands + virtual Australia-wide.
Call or text Deanna on 0421 606 715 to book, or enquire online here.
