Your curated lookbook for designing a home that feels effortlessly ‘you’.

When you’re building a new home, choosing your interior and exterior colours is one of the most exciting parts of the journey. It’s where your personality comes to life – in the cabinetry tones you gravitate toward, the textures you layer, the lighting you love and the mood you want every room to evoke.

To help bring your ideas together with clarity and confidence, our Simonds Gallery team of expert interior designers have crafted the Create Extraordinary: Style Inspiration Guide – a beautifully curated brochure filled with on-trend design styles, mood boards, material pairings and room-by-room inspiration. Whether you’re drawn to calming neutrals, timeless coastal palettes or bold architectural statements, this guide becomes your perfect starting point for designing a home you’ll love for years to come.

Why We Created the Style Inspiration Guide

Designing your interiors should feel exciting, not overwhelming. With so many finishes, colours and textures to choose from, our Gallery team created a guide that makes the process easier, clearer, and more enjoyable.

The Create Extraordinary guide helps you:

• Discover interior styles that reflect your lifestyle

• Visualise how materials and colours work together

• Narrow down choices before your Gallery appointment

• Feel empowered to craft a cohesive design direction

• Move from inspiration to confident decision-making

It’s the expert eye of our interior designers, distilled into a simple, inspiring tool you can refer to at every stage of your build.

Explore Styles Tailored to How Australians Live Today

The guide showcases an extensive selection of design styles that have shaped Australian interiors – from light, coastal spaces to warm contemporary schemes and bold architectural aesthetics. Each style features a mood board and a deep dive into materials, finishes and textures across every major zone of the home.

Modern

Clean lines, sleek cabinetry, minimal grout lines and a refined palette. Modern homes pair functionality with simplicity for a polished, uncluttered feel.

Contemporary

Fluid and trend-driven, with soft organic shapes, warm neutrals, brushed metals and textural accents that add depth and comfort.

Hamptons

Fresh whites, shaker profiles, coastal blues, timeless wall panelling and elegant pendant lighting bring this classic seaside look to life.

Provincial-Chic

Warm timbers, soft curves, stone textures and refined details to create a European-inspired aesthetic that feels lived-in yet sophisticated.

Mid-Century

Retro silhouettes meet modern materials. Think warm timber cabinetry, geometric tiles, brass finishes and bold pops of colour.

Mediterranean

Render finishes, soft curves, earthy tones, natural stone and hand-crafted textures evoke breezy coastal living with a relaxed holiday feel.

Minimalist

A restrained, calming palette with purposeful materials, seamless cabinetry and tonal textures. Every detail serves the space.

Modern Farmhouse

Combining rustic charm with modern finishes – matte black fixtures, warm timbers, barn-style lighting and an inviting, homely feel.

Urban

Moody tones, metal accents, exposed textures and an industrial edge. Perfect for those who love a bold, contemporary atmosphere.

Palm Springs

Pastel hues, warm timbers, terrazzo, playful shapes and breezy open spaces. Retro fun meets Californian cool.

What You’ll Find Inside the Guide

Each style includes inspiration across the key areas of your home, along with suggested materials, finishes and colours to help you visualise your ideal look.

Kitchen Inspiration

Your kitchen is the heart of your home – and one of the biggest design investments.
Explore combinations of:

• Cabinetry profiles & colours

• Benchtops and stone finishes

• Feature and task lighting

• Tapware, sinks and hardware

• Splashbacks, tiles, and statement textures

Mood boards help you see how these elements work together, so you can choose a cohesive palette with confidence.

Bathroom & Laundry Inspiration

Discover serene, spa-inspired spaces or bold, architectural finishes—whatever suits your style.
You’ll find inspiration for:

• Vanity designs and cabinetry finishes

• Tiles (floor, wall, feature)

• Mirrors and lighting options

• Tapware finishes and accessories

Living Area Inspiration

Your living spaces are where comfort meets personality.
The guide explores:

• Flooring options – timber, hybrid, carpet

• Accent lighting concepts

• Styling textures and décor pairings

• Colour palettes for soft furnishings

Exterior Inspiration

First impressions matter.
The guide also helps you design a façade that reflects your style with:

• Entry door profiles and colours

• Window frames and finishes

• Exterior materials – brick, render, cladding

• Outdoor lighting and architectural accents

How This Guide Enhances Your Simonds Gallery Appointment

Your Gallery appointment is where your home truly comes to life – and arriving with a clear style direction means you’ll enjoy the process even more.

By exploring the guide ahead of time, you can:
✔ Identify the design style that feels most like you
✔ Save time by narrowing choices
✔ Bring mood boards as visual references
✔ Communicate your vision clearly to your Interior Consultant
✔ Feel confident in your selections and overall design cohesion

Our Gallery team is here to guide you, refine your palette and ensure every detail feels right for your lifestyle and your home.

Bring Your Dream Home to Life

The Create Extraordinary: Style Inspiration Guide is your first step to designing a home that feels considered, personal and effortlessly beautiful. Whether you’re building your very first home or your forever home, this curated lookbook makes it easier to explore ideas, discover your style and walk into your Gallery appointment feeling inspired.

If you haven’t downloaded the guide yet, you can access it anytime via the Simonds website.

Ready to design a home that’s uniquely yours?
Explore the guide, save your favourite styles and start planning your extraordinary Simonds home today.