This is what clients say

We commissioned Gemma Pride to prepare the designs for, and to project manage, a major refurbishment of our Northern Beaches orthopaedic practice.

Gemma’s creative and design input was inspired, and her project management was skilled and focused. In her interaction with directors, staff, and suppliers she displayed a can-do attitude while never losing sight of her responsibility to her client. Gemma assessed our needs accurately and filled the brief in the best possible way. Frankly, we do not know how she did it. There were the inevitable obstacles along the way and she handled them all while maintaining patience and an ever-pleasant manner.

The project was completed on time during the difficult holiday period, and on budget. We cannot recommend Gemma highly enough.”

– Dr. David Dickison, Chairman, Peninsula Orthopaedics

A few years ago we purchased a somewhat dated Sydney CBD apartment on the basis of its fantastic city and harbour views and its size. This year it was timely to engage a building team with the expertise and flair to bring the unit’s attributes and potential together in a major renovation.

Through our builders we were introduced to interior designer Gemma Pride. At our first meeting with Gemma we knew that she was going to be a wonderful asset to us in transforming our space into a stylish and warm home. She is creative, informed, diligent and well-connected with all features of interior decoration, colour and design.

Gemma’s skill in suggesting alternative options without ruffling client feathers is particularly impressive. So too is her capacity to work harmoniously with the entire building team. We are delighted with our renovations. Gemma’s thoughtful input has contributed enormously to this positive outcome. We would have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone considering a major home make-over.”

– Peter and Meg, Sydney, NSW

Having lived in my apartment unchanged for some years I decided it was time for a complete renovation. I had a fair idea of what I wanted, however I needed someone to pull all of the design together and make sure the concepts would work, and most importantly provide overall project management.

I met with various designers, but when I was introduced to Gemma Pride I knew immediately she was the right person to deliver. She listened, was empathetic, diligent, suggested great alternatives, had an amazing attention to detail and above all co-ordinated and supervised on-site every aspect of the job. I was a very demanding client, and she coped brilliantly with every request.

Thanks to Gemma for the amazing amount of time spent on this project and an outstanding result. I could not be happier.

— Denis, Wooloomooloo, NSW

I would like to thank you so much for your most generous gift of your time and expertise in helping us to make attractive our foyer area; everyone has commented so very favourably on the new colours, layout and signage.”

– John Bowie, CEO, The Shepherd Centre, NSW

Thank you so much for all your help over the past few years in transforming our ‘dump of a house” into what it is today. We are thrilled with the result and couldn’t have done it without you.”

– Cathy, Gordon, NSW

Thank you again for your wonderful assistance in creating our cosy living area, not to mention your calm and good humoured forbearance!”

– Karryn and David, Balmain, NSW

With thanks for your invaluable help and advice with our unit at Newport. We are thrilled with the results. We appreciate all the little extras you helped us with.”

– Tim and Judy, Wyong, NSW

I would like to thank you so very much for all the work that you put into re-decorating my office. You certainly were able to hone in on exactly what I wanted and make it my own. I have had many comments on the openness of the office and how bright and airy it is now. Thank you so very much and I look forward to working with you again in the future.”

– Joanne Atkins, Principal, Brigidine College St Ives, NSW

We recently undertook a major home renovation, and throughout the project we consulted with Gemma Pride regarding finishes, surfaces, and exterior and interior colour schemes.

We are absolutely thrilled with the final result and have received many compliments.

We look forward to working with Gemma in the future as we continue to furnish and decorate. She is at all times professional, patient and friendly, and I have no hesitation in recommending Gemma for any interior or exterior design or colour advice.”

– Wendy, Neutral Bay, NSW

I highly recommend Gemma Pride as an interior designer for any project. She is inspiring, motivated, extremely efficient and has vision. Gemma has transformed my property from a ’70s disaster to a modern and beautiful home of which I am very proud, all within the set timeframe.”

— Carmel, Palm Beach, NSW

When my wife suggested an interior designer I thought it would be too costly. However Gemma saved us so much time and money with her discounted suppliers, her good suggestions and her general organisation that her fees paid for themselves. Gemma picked out where we could save money and where to spend it. She even went shopping with my wife – excellent, because my wife can’t make decisions and Gemma can. Saved the marriage.”

— Peter, Cammeray, NSW

This is to express our appreciation for your insightful advice and guidance on the finishes and furnishings in our recent classroom refurbishment project. You have once again contributed to an outcome of which the College can be proud, and continued the unity of theme you have helped bring to the buildings and grounds over the past five years.

From the grand statement of the Hall to the detail of bathroom fit-outs, from the soft furnishings of public areas to the harmonious design of open spaces and gardens, every area of the College has benefited from your expertise.”

— Michael Layden, Director Support Services, Brigidine College St Ives NSW