Expert Design Guidance for Melbourne's Existing Homes

Brighton Project ensuite bathroom featuring custom cabinetry, vanity storage, and a modern, minimalist design.
Close-up of the Brighton Project living room entertainment unit, showing integrated storage and the sheer curtain positioned behind the unit as part of the design.

You value design and you know your home has potential. But translating your taste into a cohesive, buildable plan takes time and technical skill you may not have. I bridge the gap between your vision and the builder's reality, providing the clarity you need to renovate with confidence.

Interior designer Virginia Polendakis standing in her ColourColour studio, surrounded by design elements and creative materials.

Design for the Way You Actually Live

I'm Virginia Polendakis, the founder of COLOUR COLOUR.

I work with busy professionals — doctors, scientists, and executives —who appreciate beautiful aesthetics but require a home that functions flawlessly.

My philosophy is rooted in existing space redesign. I believe the most sustainable and impactful renovations often don't require extending your footprint; they require reimagining the space you already have.

I look at the "bones" of your home to improve flow, light, and livability. By rigorously planning the layout and specifying materials before you engage a builder, I help you avoid expensive on-site mistakes and the stress of making decisions on the fly.


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Technical Expertise
Meets Aesthetic Warmth

Great design is more than just selecting fabric; it is a discipline of precision.

With a Bachelor of Interior Design (Honours) from RMIT and a background in Passive House specialist design, I bring a rigorous technical lens to every project. I understand how a home must perform—thermally, spatially, and functionally.

I combine this technical grounding with a mastery of colour and materiality. My goal is to create spaces that feel effortlessly beautiful and deeply personal, not just "styled."

Design Clarity Without the Project Management Markup

We provide the vision; you handle the build.

Many homeowners want high-end design direction but do not need a full-service agency to manage their trades. My service model is designed to give you builder-ready direction without the overhead of project management fees.

How We Work:

We Deliver: A comprehensive design package, including floorplans, elevations, and material selections (Concept Package).

You Receive: Documentation that allows you to get accurate, comparable quotes from builders.

The Result: You approach your renovation with a documented plan, knowing exactly what you're building and how much it should cost.

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Serving Melbourne's Inner South

Based in Murrumbeena, I work intimately with clients across Melbourne's Inner South and South-East who are ready to invest in their existing spaces.

Whether you're looking to unlock a dark hallway, reimagine a kitchen layout, or bring cohesive flow to a disjointed floorplan, I invite you to start the conversation.


Elwood Project ensuite bathroom plans and elevations snippet, showing layout, fixture placement, and design details.

Plans & Elevations

Material, colour, and finish palette for the Elwood Project, selected to unify and guide the design of the entire home

Moodboard Palette

Snippet of the Elwood Project ensuite bathroom material selections, showing curated finishes, cabinetry, and fixture choices.

Material Selections

Trusted by Melbourne Homeowners

  • "She listened to what we wanted and paid attention to what our style was, then guiding us on what would and wouldn't work and pointing us to new ideas. The end result is perfect and we get so many compliments on our place now!"

    — Jessica

  • "Virginia has a unique ability to offer solutions that perfectly match personal tastes while still creating a home that feels modern, functional, and beautifully cohesive. Her knowledge of materials is extensive, and she communicates with honesty and sincerity, always putting her clients first."

    — Magda

  • "We had an amazing experience working with Virginia on Hampden Road, Armadale. The attention to detail in our butler’s pantry, walk-in wardrobe joinery, and bar under the stairs was exceptional. Each space is both beautifully designed and highly functional. Their design vision, craftsmanship, and ability to truly understand our needs made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. We couldn’t be happier with the result ."

    _Elena