Mr & Mrs Elias specialise in architectural apartment renovations across Sydney, delivering considered design and expertly managed construction.

We believe every renovation should reflect the way you live, balancing design integrity, functionality and longevity.

Our integrated team of architects, designers and specialist apartment builders in Sydney guides each project from initial concept through to completion and aftercare, simplifying what can otherwise be a complex process. With deep experience in Class 2 and strata environments, we understand the nuances of apartment living and design spaces that feel refined, resolved and enduring.

To learn more about how we work, explore our process or view our latest projects.

Design-led interiors crafted for modern apartment living

Creating a beautiful apartment interior requires more than styling – it demands a thoughtful, architectural approach to space, materials and functionality. Working with an interior designer ensures your home feels cohesive, refined and tailored to the way you live.

Whether you’re reimagining the entire apartment or refreshing select spaces, our interior designers and construction team collaborate to shape interiors that feel calm, contemporary and deeply considered. Every apartment interior design is approached holistically, balancing form, function and longevity.

What an interior designer does

An interior designer does far more than select colours or finishes. Their role is both creative and technical, often including:

• Concept development and overall design direction
• Spatial planning, documentation and drawings
• Material and finishes selection
• Lighting, textiles, furniture and soft furnishings
• Coordination with builders, trades and suppliers
• Ensuring the design aligns with budgets, timelines and building requirements

Our interior designers work seamlessly within our design and construct model, ensuring the design intent is carried through every detail of the apartment renovation.

What to expect when working with our design team

Your apartment interior design journey is collaborative, structured and personal. Here’s how it typically unfolds:

• A design consultation to understand your style, lifestyle and spatial priorities
• A walkthrough of your apartment to assess opportunities and constraints
• Mood boards, samples and visual references to shape the design direction
• Detailed drawings and design documentation for review
• Guidance through the selection of materials, finishes and furnishings
• Close coordination with our construction team for a seamless renovation

Our goal is to balance aesthetics with practicality – delivering apartment interior designs that feel elevated yet work beautifully day to day.

Modern apartment interior design trends

While personal style should always lead the way, these apartment interior design trends continue to influence contemporary Sydney apartments:

Kitchen design trends — function, integration & warmth

Modern apartment interior design places the kitchen at the centre of daily living. Current directions include:

• Matte finishes replacing high-gloss cabinetry
• Warmer palettes: soft greys, greens, olive and earthy neutrals
• Concealed fridges and dishwashers for a streamlined appearance
• Textured stone benchtops and tactile surfaces
• Splashbacks integrated seamlessly with benchtops
• Intelligent storage solutions that maximise compact layouts

The emphasis is on kitchens that feel calm, uncluttered and intuitive to use — a quality reflected in the Double Bay project.

Bathroom design trends — comfort, practicality & natural materials

Bathrooms within apartment interior design are increasingly focused on creating calm, functional and highly resolved spaces.

Popular elements include:

• Timber accents and natural stone
• Nature-inspired colour palettes
• Slimline black or brushed metal fixtures
• Large mirrors to enhance light and space
• Energy-efficient LED lighting
• Integrated storage and recessed niches

These elements come together to create bathrooms that feel calm, functional and enduring – demonstrated in the Darling Point project.

Bedroom design trends — softness, warmth & intelligent storage

Bedrooms are designed to support rest while accommodating the realities of apartment living:

• Neutral linens, layered textures and tactile fabrics
• Deeper tones used selectively for feature walls
• Custom wardrobes with adjustable internal storage
• Minimal styling anchored by personal elements

These elements create bedrooms that feel calm, functional and well-resolved within apartment environments — as seen in the Darling Point project.

Living room trends — connection, texture & subtle colour

Living spaces within apartment interior design prioritise warmth and cohesion:

• Soft colour palettes layered with art and textiles
• Natural materials such as linen, boucle and wool
• Handcrafted or artisanal furniture pieces
• Layered lighting for ambience and flexibility
• Textured rugs to define zones within open-plan layouts

These elements create living spaces that feel welcoming – as seen in the Darling Point project.

Laundry design trends — simplicity & clever storage

Thoughtful apartment interior designs extend to utility spaces:

• Cabinetry concealing appliances
• Integrated storage for linen and household items
• Fold-out drying racks and concealed bins
• Quiet, energy-efficient appliances

These elements ensure laundry spaces support daily function while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic within the apartment – as seen in the Kurraba Point project.

Renovating an apartment for sale

If you’re renovating an apartment for sale, the focus should be on design-led updates that appeal broadly without overcapitalising. High-impact improvements include:

• • Fresh paint, new flooring or improved lighting
  • Updated joinery and hardware
  • Refined kitchen or bathroom upgrades without major reconfiguration
  • Neutral styling to enhance spatial clarity

These elements contribute to apartments that feel refined, light-filled and seamlessly resolved – as seen in the Woolloomooloo project.

Renovating in strata: what to know

Many apartment renovations, including interior design works, require strata approval — particularly when they affect common property, acoustics or services.

Before commencing your apartment renovation, ensure you:

• Understand your building’s strata by-laws
• Confirm approval requirements
• Account for access, noise and building logistics

For more detail, refer to our guide on strata by-laws & renovation requirements.

How we support your apartment design & renovation

As an architectural design and construct firm for apartment renovations, we:

• Plan each apartment renovation holistically from concept to completion
• Provide transparent budgets and clear documentation
• Coordinate all trades and consultants
• Maintain clear communication throughout the process
• Deliver refined, functional and enduring apartment interior designs

This integrated approach ensures a seamless experience – and that the architectural vision is realised at every stage.

Start your Sydney home renovation

At Mr & Mrs Elias, we believe exceptional home renovations are defined by both the final outcome and the experience of creating them. Through a structured design and construct approach, our Sydney renovation specialists deliver refined, enduring apartment homes tailored to contemporary living.

To learn more about how we work, explore our process or view our latest projects.