I believe the most successful interiors are not just beautiful, they quietly shape the way we live. They influence behaviour, encourage connection, support wellbeing and become part of our everyday rituals. As a Sydney based Interior Designer with experience delivering high end residential and commercial projects, I’m fascinated by the subtle ways thoughtfully designed environments encourage interaction, create moments of pause, support wellbeing and shape everyday experiences. What excites me most is the challenge of working within an existing space. I’m naturally drawn to renovation, adaptive reuse and the creative opportunities that come with designing within established frameworks. I enjoy interpreting a brief and understanding how people live, work and move through a space, building relationships to uncover the routines, aspirations and behaviours that shape meaningful design decisions.

Eliza Maloney

I believe the most successful interiors are not just beautiful, they quietly shape the way we live. They influence behaviour, encourage connection, support wellbeing and become part of our everyday rituals. As a Sydney based Interior Designer with experience delivering high end residential and commercial projects, I’m fascinated by the subtle ways thoughtfully designed environments encourage interaction, create moments of pause, support wellbeing and shape everyday experiences. What excites me most is the challenge of working within an existing space. I’m naturally drawn to renovation, adaptive reuse and the creative opportunities that come with designing within established frameworks. I enjoy interpreting a brief and understanding how people live, work and move through a space, building relationships to uncover the routines, aspirations and behaviours that shape meaningful design decisions.

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I believe the most successful interiors are not just beautiful, they quietly shape the way we live. They influence behaviour, encourage connection, support wellbeing and become part of our everyday rituals. As a Sydney based Interior Designer with experience delivering high end residential and commercial projects, I’m fascinated by the subtle ways thoughtfully designed environments encourage interaction, create moments of pause, support wellbeing and shape everyday experiences.

What excites me most is the challenge of working within an existing space. I’m naturally drawn to renovation, adaptive reuse and the creative opportunities that come with designing within established frameworks. I enjoy interpreting a brief and understanding how people live, work and move through a space, building relationships to uncover the routines, aspirations and behaviours that shape meaningful design decisions.

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Work Experience

Freelance Interior Designer & 3D Visualiser at Sunday Homes
August 1, 2026 - Present
Freelance interior design and 3D visualisation support for residential renovations and new builds. Develop detailed SketchUp models and visualisations to communicate spatial planning, materiality, and design intent from established briefs and creative direction. Work independently to meet deadlines while collaborating with the design team to produce presentation-ready outcomes, including FF&E selection support and design communication.
Hospitality & Venue Operations at Hospitality roles (The Bunker Cafe, Teppan Village, Table Nineteen, Roundhouse Lodge)
November 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Supported high-volume hospitality environments in Whistler, working across customer-facing operations, venue coordination and fast-paced team settings. Built strengths in communication, organisation, problem-solving and maintaining a high standard of service and presentation across multiple venues. Contributed to team responsiveness and adaptability while helping ensure cohesive guest experience in busy operational contexts.
Hospitality & Venue Operations at Hospitality & Venue Operations (Whistler)
November 1, 2024 - June 1, 2026
Worked across high-volume hospitality environments including The Bunker Cafe, Teppan Village, Table Nineteen, and Whistler Blackcomb’s Roundhouse Lodge. Strengthened communication, organisation, problem-solving, and client-facing skills in fast-paced, collaborative teams. Built experience in customer service, venue operations, and team coordination while maintaining high standards of service and presentation.
Head of Experience at Freshwater Brewing Company
September 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024
Oversaw operational and creative evolution of an independent brewery and taproom focused on craft beer, hospitality, live music, and community. Led venue experience design, event programming, customer experience, spatial design direction, team leadership, marketing, supplier relationships, and ongoing improvements to the physical environment. Developed concept design and executed transformation of an existing warehouse space into a new upstairs bar, considering spatial planning, functionality, customer flow, atmosphere, and brand-aligned guest experience.
Freelance Interior Designer at AZB Creative
February 1, 2022 - June 1, 2023
Supported interior and experiential design across hospitality venues, private events, installations, and residential environments within a small creative team. Worked on translating creative vision into experiential environments through concept development, spatial planning, design presentations, and SketchUp visualisation. Contributed to material and finish selection, FF&E sourcing, supplier coordination, and site visits, as well as AutoCAD documentation support.
Interior Designer at Fin Abode
November 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021
Provided integrated renovation, construction and styling support to homeowners, contributing to bespoke renovations and custom residential work as the business expanded. Supported concept development through to construction documentation and completion. Worked closely with clients, suppliers and trades to translate briefs into functional interiors; acted as Lead Designer on a residential renovation (Plant St), coordinating between client, internal team and external collaborators to maintain design vision through delivery.
Interior Designer (Renovation & Styling) at Fin Abode
November 1, 2020 - December 1, 2021
Worked on integrated renovation, construction, and styling projects, supporting homeowners through transformations and bespoke residential work. Contributed to design outcomes from concept pitches through to construction documentation and completion. Developed strong understanding of linking design intent with technical resolution and buildability, coordinating with clients, suppliers, and trades. Led a residential renovation (Plant St) as primary point of contact, managing design development through delivery and coordinating communication between client, internal team, and external collaborators to maintain design vision.
Freelance Interior Designer at The Design Consultant
July 1, 2019 - November 1, 2024
Contributed to high-end residential projects through concept development, return brief proposals, and renovation pitches. Produced spatial plans and SketchUp visualisations/presentations to communicate design intent. Supported delivery with AutoCAD documentation, FF&E schedules, finishes, supplier engagement, and site visits, translating creative ideas into buildable, functional interiors. Worked alongside studio director through multiple design stages.

Education

Advanced Diploma of Interior Design at Sydney Design School
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design at Sydney Design School
January 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018
Bachelor of Interior Architecture at University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026
Bachelor of Interior Architecture at University of Technology
January 11, 2030 - August 26, 2026
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design at Sydney Design School
January 1, 2019 - July 1, 2020
Advanced Diploma of Interior Design at Sydney Design School
January 1, 2018 - November 1, 2018

Qualifications

Graduate of the Year Nominee 2021 (DIA Awards)
January 1, 2021 - August 26, 2026
Honourable Mention for ‘The Vessel’ (Interior Design) (International Design Awards 2020)
January 1, 2020 - August 26, 2026
Highly Commended Student (Class of 2020) (Sydney Design School)
January 1, 2020 - August 26, 2026
Best Hospitality Project Winner 2019 (Sydney Design School)
January 1, 2019 - August 26, 2026

Industry Experience

Real Estate & Construction, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services