How much does an interior designer cost?
Interior designers and decorators in Australia typically charge $80–$250 per hour, with single-room design packages around $1,500–$4,000 and whole-home services from $8,000.
Typical price band
$2,500typical
$200 low$20,000 high
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Real-world examples
Colour & styling consult$200 – $600
Single-room design package$1,500 – $4,000
Whole-home design service$8,000 – $25,000
What affects the price
— Scope of rooms. Each additional room adds concept, sourcing and coordination time.
— Level of service. Advice-only is cheapest; full procurement, project coordination and styling cost the most.
— Designer experience. Established designers with strong portfolios charge well above emerging ones.
— Furniture & materials budget. Fees charged as a percentage or margin scale directly with what you spend on the fit-out.
— Revisions & meetings. Extra concept rounds and site visits beyond the agreed package are billed on top.
Tips before you post
— Ask exactly how they charge — hourly, fixed, percentage or purchase margin — and get it in writing before starting.
— A single paid consult is a cheap way to test the fit before committing to a full package.
— Share your real budget early; a good designer designs to it rather than presenting unaffordable concepts.
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