alessandra smith design is an interior decoration studio based in Melbourne focusing on high-end residential projects. The studio’s specialty lies in curating a unique collection of furniture, lighting, art and objects. From vintage through to contemporary, local to international; we traverse the design spectrum to craft spaces that are inimitable and perfectly reflect you and your family.

Ultimately, we strive to tell your story through colour and curation.

our portfolio

  • kazoo

    Affectionately named after the racehorse whose winnings helped fund its original construction, this Edwardian home is nestled opposite the hallowed turf of the Caulfield Racecourse. Inspired by the grandeur that characterised the Edwardian period, a rich and decadent material and colour palette naturally emerged.

  • thornbury house

    A sustainable townhouse by Neometro featuring a robust and earthy materials palette. The brief from homeowners Zach and Tayla was to introduce pieces that would have longevity, eschewing trends in favour of a refined and timeless aesthetic whilst harmonising with the existing finishes.

  • elwood residence

    A richly detailed art deco home with a modern extension set against a moody palette of deep, resonant tones. Showcasing a curated selection of vintage and contemporary pieces, sumptuous fabrics and an extensive art collection; it narrates a visual story, bridging eras within its Melbourne heritage.

  • northcote house

    Alessandra's family home as seen on The Design Files, showcases a curated collection of sentimental art and objects. With no structural changes made, this project is a testament to the impact of colour and decoration in transforming even the smallest of spaces.

  • burwood residence

    This charming 50s house, is the family home of photographer, Lei Lei Clavey. Despite being a rental, Lei was eager to create a sense of permanence in the space, acknowledging that while this may not be their “forever home”, it should still reflect the family’s unique personalities.

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  • We had an amazing experience working with Ally on furnishing and styling our new home. She was incredibly personable and easy to collaborate with, making the whole process enjoyable and stress-free. Ally helped us step out of our comfort zone and embrace more color in our space, and the result is a beautifully warm and cozy home that we enjoy spending time in. We couldn't be happier with how everything turned out and highly recommend Ally to anyone looking for a talented and thoughtful interior designer!

    Zach + Tayla | Thornbury Residence

  • “It was meant to be. I just knew it and I’m so honoured to be one of your first clients. This project is so much more than I ever expected. From concept through to visuals, your unwavering vision and ability to source the absolute best art, lights, chairs, lounge, side tables, sculptures, paint colours, fabrics and on it goes. Time for you to spread your wings and I’ll be cheering you on and looking for our next project together.”

    Kerrie | Elwood Residence

  • Working with Ally was an absolute dream. Throughout the entire journey, from concept to realisation, it was an effortlessly enjoyable experience. Ally’s talent for art curation and her knack for selecting unique furniture pieces has transformed our home into a space that is both aesthetically pleasing and stylish as well as practical and comfortable which is exactly what we wanted. Thank you again Ally for your beautiful work. It’s a joy to come home everyday.”

    Lei Lei | Burwood Residence

  • "Working with Ally was our first experience with an interior decorator and stylist but she exceeded our expectations! Her style and vision, ability to work within the constraints of our project and willingness to leverage industry contacts made it a privlidge to work with her. We love the result and can't wait to work together again soon."

    Hamish + Vanessa | Sunshine Residence

  • Ally is an incredible, talented designer. She quickly understood what we wanted to achieve and transformed our house into a beautiful place. We feel fortunate that we found her!!

    Maria | Kazoo

Jellis Craig | Tastemakers

As part of the Jellis Craig Tastemakers Series, Alessandra shares her design tips from Elwood Residence across five short videos. From injecting a space with personality to mixing vintage and contemporary pieces, she offers practical advice to help viewers tackle their own home decoration projects.

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View fullsize 2024 is rapidly coming to a close and I’ve already started to look back with immense gratitude! 🥰 Today I was invited to speak to students @designschool_ exactly one year on from the last presentation I delivered there. It was an opportunity
View fullsize Art and object curation in the living room of Elwood Residence ♥️ Ceramicists who’s pieces feature on these shelves are @eun.ceramics @jpu_ceramics @csongvayblackwood @stephanie_phillips_ceramics @malitaylorartist with pieces sourced f
View fullsize The warm and light-filled Thornbury bedroom as seen on @thedesignfiles 🌼 We brought the rust and blue colour palette from the living room upstairs, creating a cohesive flow throughout the home. The oversized upholstered bedhead from @_zenndesign
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View fullsize What colour goes with black? That was the question I was asked to answer in an article that was published on @livingetcofficial yesterday. Using the sitting room of Elwood Residence as a reference, I think I make a pretty strong case for red! This
View fullsize The dining room at Thornbury was the perfect blank canvas! When my clients reached out to me, they had just moved from a small apartment so naturally, much of their existing furniture was too small for their new space… When I’m tasked w

If you are interested in exploring how we can work together, please get in touch to arrange a time for a complimentary discovery call.