Marlene R.
Marlene is an interior designer with 12+ years of experience across residential, hospitality, and commercial projects. She works with a considered, material-led approach — focused on spaces that feel intentional and liveable, not just styled. Based in Melbourne, Australia.
We know you love designing, but what about it do you love most?
The moment a space starts to make sense — when the layout, the light, and the materials all click together and you can feel that it's right. I love that problem-solving side as much as the aesthetic one.
From where do you draw most of your inspiration?
Mostly architecture, materials, and the way people actually use their spaces. I find real-life context more useful than trend boards — a space should feel like it belongs to the person living in it.
Tell us your biggest design secret:
Edit more than you add. Most spaces are improved by taking something away.
Style
- Contemporary
- Transitional
- Modern
