MotzDesigns

I’ve been reflecting on moments from my recent holiday in South America and was drawn back to these character-filled homes in Valparaiso - renowned for their bold colour and expressive street art.

While many of these homes embrace vibrant, high-impact palettes, what I find most inspiring is the confidence behind them - the willingness to create something personal and full of life.

In my own work, I often look at how that same feeling can be interpreted in a more refined and understated way - through curated artworks, a considered pop of colour at an entry, or softly layered, diluted tones across walls and finishes.

It’s less about replicating the intensity, and more about capturing the essence.

How would you bring a sense of character into your own home?

From concept to construction, every detail matters.

We’re currently in the process of making internal French doors and transom windows for our home.

My husband is crafting them - his joinery skills are incredible, even though he spends his days in the corporate world.

Our home has been a work in progress, slowly coming together one step at a time… and this is where I come in.

I design the spaces - reworking floor plans, creating elevations, and developing detailed 3D renders so every idea is thoughtfully resolved before it’s built, down to every measurement.

If you’re planning a renovation or new build, it’s so valuable to engage a designer early - bringing clarity, direction, and confidence before you begin.