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We design beautiful
thoughtful spaces
for better living

From concept to reality

LivingLot is a multi-award-winning Building Design practice providing a full range of services for your renovation or building project.

We create beautiful, functional and sustainable spaces for homeowners in Mosman and surrounding areas.

Outdoor living spaces

Outdoor rooms, pool houses, swimming pools, decks, patios and hardscaping garden areas.

Complete home transformations

New builds, renovations, alterations, additions and extensions.

Interior renovations

Internal alterations, kitchens, bathrooms, built-in furnishings, material palettes and finishes.

Outcomes that respond to your practical and aesthetic requirements, resulting in functional and uplifting spaces.

Better design solutions

Your needs, wants and vision mixed with fresh ideas to create beautiful and functional design solutions for your home.

Planning approvals expertise

Local expertise and experience navigating and managing the planning approvals process so you don't need to worry about it.

Coherent selections

Assistance selecting materials, fixtures, finishes and colour schemes in order to achieve a curated and beautiful design aesthetic.

Guidance during construction

Onsite advice and guidance as required during the construction phase to help you achieve the very best quality outcome.

Bespoke Designs

We take the time to understand your needs and produce bespoke designs that respond to how you want to live.

Expert Services

Your project is handled personally by me to ensure you benefit from my extensive experience and that every aspect is carefully crafted.

Quality Outcomes

We dedicate ourselves to each and every project and get 5 star ratings from our clients every time, without exception.

Functional Solutions

We produce functional solutions and realistic plans that builders can translate saving you time, money and headache during the construction process.

Trusted Partnerships

We already have a dream team of consultants and trusted builders we connect you with to ensure the whole renovation process runs as smoothly as possible.

Award Winning

LivingLot is a regular award winner in local and national competitions, but more importantly, our clients love working with us.

See our client reviews

“We loved working with Neche from LivingLot. We had a tough brief with lots of limiting factors and she nailed it.”

- Central Ave Clients

“We were impressed from our first meeting with Neche’s professionalism, transparency and level of communication. Neche listened to our needs and wants but also introduced some design elements which have taken our ideas from ordinary to WOW!”

- Bay Street Clients

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This morning’s sunrise in my home office

One of my favourite pics and transformations from this reno. Love these ribbed tiles which tie back to the rest of the linear finishes throughout the home and garden Designer @livinglot Construction @richardsbuildingco Photographer @lulu_wells Stylist @jessicabellef #beforeandafter #bradleysheadroad

The addition of custom glazed doors, new skirtings, architraves and wall panelling, now define the entry to our Bradley Head Rd project #beforeandafter #bradleysheadroad Designer @livinglot Construction @richardsbuildingco Photographer @lulu_wells Photographic Stylist @jessicabellef

I loved designing the joinery and detailing for this room, which previously lacked focus and function. We added a gas fire with frame TV over and hand-painted cabinetry on either side. Designer @livinglot Construction @richardsbuildingco Photographer @lulu_wells Photographic Stylist @jessicabellef #beforeandafter #bradleysheadroad

Merry Christmas! I know many of us have limped to the end but I hope everyone gets the break they deserve. I am 2 years and counting since I’ve seen my family. The longest ever. We were due to travel on the first flight to NZ on Jan 17 but the goalposts have moved again, and as my eldest son said, we are stuck in a loop. Here’s to a less repetitive, more adventurous 2022 for all x

Left for holidays this morning and feeling calmer already. Have a relaxing holiday break everyone x #bradleysheadroad . . Designer @livinglot Construction @richardsbuildingco Pool @awardpoolsgroup Photographer @lulu_wells Photographic Stylist @jessicabellef

Loved doing this home renovation. Full project photographs now on our website #bradleysheadroad . . Designer @livinglot Construction @richardsbuildingco Pool @awardpoolsgroup Landscape @spacelandscapedesigns Photographer @lulu_wells Photographic Stylist @jessicabellef

Ready for change! Today we start demo, and then re-build for this gorgeous family who celebrated the end of an era this weekend and marked the occasion with a little spray can love. Sending love back their way as the transformation begins! . . . #northbondiproject Designer @livinglot Builders @richardsbuildingco

Barefoot on the beach #flatlay for our North Bondi Project. In my happy place and so excited about this new build. Working with awesome clients & team locked in to start construction next month. Updates as we go…

Stunning day . . . #tones #textures #colours #naturalinspiration

Repeating design elements and tones creates a more harmonious finish and feel. In this case, at our Avenue Road Project, repetition of circles and rectangles: O - basin, taps, mirror, accessories [] - vanity, benchtop, tiles, entry door panelling . . . #avenueroadproject Designed @livinglot Constructed @richardsbuildingco Photographed @lulu_wells Styled @jessicabellef

Reminiscing what it was like taking a stroll 18 months ago

Simplicity was at the heart of this project brief… marrying the old, a 1920's federation semi, with the new using a simple materials pallet of mixed whites and rich timbers. . . . #avenueroadproject Designed @livinglot Constructed @richardsbuildingco Styled @jessicabellef Photographed @lulu_wells

Still my favourite balustrade that we’ve created #baystproject @richardsbuildingco

Adore these stems from our photoshoot a few weeks ago. Thanks for letting me take them home @jessicabellef The painting in the background is one of my grandfathers from 1994.

Such beautiful afternoon light through the new steel doors. Behind the scenes snap taken yesterday during our photo shoot at #avenueroadproject with @richardsbuildingco. Stunning styling by @jessicabellef and can’t wait to see the professional pics by @lulu_wells - the glimpses we had looked amazing!

Clients at our Bradley’s Head Rd project moved in today! So excited for them to enjoy their new home. Such a joy to work with and I’m sad for this one to be coming to an end. Swipe for before and after #beforeandafter #bradleysheadroad @richardsbuildingco Vanity’s and styling by @justinplace_sydney Photography by Rebecca Lu @rebeccaluphotography

New wall panelling and custom doors in at our Bradley’s Head Rd project. The existing hallway is too narrow for furnishings so we’ve used trim detailing to add character and create a more homely entrance. Glass panels in the new front door increase natural light and make the space feel more open. Swipe for before #beforeandafter #bradleysheadroad @richardsbuildingco

Timber flooring install almost complete at our Bradley’s Head Rd project. Just a few tricky stair treads to go but the builders are all over it #beforeandafter #bradleysheadroad @richardsbuildingco

Engineered bamboo fence is up at our Bradley’s Head Road project creating beautiful tones and light plays in the garden #bradleysheadroad @richardsbuildingco

A tad early but we couldn’t help ourselves. Let the madness begin... #tree

Handing back the keys for #avenueroadproject ready for the clients to move back in tomorrow. Another joint project beautifully crafted and bought to life by @richardsbuildingco Ground floor reno and upper storey semi addition. Proper photos to follow next year...

This happened last Friday but got the trophies in the post this week... thrilled to place in two categories at this year’s national design awards: alternations & additions and landscape design, both for #beautypointproject with @richardsbuildingco Thank you @b_d_a_a_ !

Site visit snap: custom curved vanity’s and shower screen in the master bathroom at our Bay Street II project #beforeandafter #baystIIproject

New front fence is up at our #avenueroadproject #beforeandafter. Love it. We couldn't source the bishop pickets the client wanted locally so the builders hand cut each picket @richardsbuildingco

Budding new building. Our upper storey extension #avenueroadproject in all its spring glory. We’re working with a narrow site so have incorporated a vaulted ceiling to create a larger lofty feeling. @richardsbuildingco

Sneak peak of the guest ensuite bathroom renovated at our Bay St II Project. This room was previously dark and musty with no source of natural light. A complete overhaul including a skylight has created a space that feels light, airy and dry. Swipe to see #beforeandafter #baystIIproject Jo & Brenda @reecebathrooms #bathroom Sue @earpbros #tiles @hiltonresidential #buildingworks

Its always rewarding to see a project progress and the final outcome, but even more so to get a bit accolade at the end. A team effort with @richardsbuildingco who bought the design to life. . Thanks @b_d_a_a_ judges, organisers and Industry Partners @jameshardieau @weathertexaus @cemintel and congrats to all entrants and winners. Stunning work on display. . Photography @heriot_mark

Sneak peak of our almost finished Bay Street II Project.

Love you crazy lady for everything you are, and everything you do for us. You will always be my biggest hero @designyourtruepurposeforlife

respite #beautypointproject

settling back in #beautypointproject . . #reno #renovation #renoinspo #homereno #homeideas #alterations #additions #remodel #interiors #building #construction #mosmanbuild #homeimprovement #home #newdigs #buildingdesign #interiordesign #interiorinspo #customdesign #design #architecture #renovationinspiration #sydneydesigner #designersydney #buildingdesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney

#beautypointproject done & dusted. This one is our own home so an even more personal journey. Thrilled with the outcome, orchestrated with commitment and attention to detail by @richardsbuildingco and their trades. Thanks to all involved for the sometimes back breaking work that goes with an 100-year-old house. . Designed by: @livinglot Built by: @richardsbuildingco Bricklaying by: @mastersbricklaying Plumbing by: @pinkfishplumbing Electrical by: @kineticelectricalanddata Joinery by: @captive_cabinetmaking Tiling by: @eaglemastertiling Decorating by: @artisticdecor.nsw . Swipe to see before #beforeandafter

Lots of design inspiration at Brisbane’s Howard Smith Wharves. Big thanks to @urbis_au for the talk & walk, and @cemintel & @b_d_a_a_ for providing the opportunity. #design #planning #heritage #restoration #transformation #howardsmithwharves #mixeduse #brisbaneriver #brisbanecity #inspiration

#greenhouse #popup #outdoorspace #blended #design #inspiration #howardsmithwharves #brisbaneriver

#goodvibes #neon #design #transformation #brisbaneriver #howardsmithwharves #brisbanecity #bdaa

Love a good pattern. These bambino’s being laid at the foot of the fireplace in the next few days #beautypointproject . #marbletiles #tiles #reno #renovation #homereno #alterations #additions #extensions #remodel #building #buildingworks #construction #mosmanbuild #homeimprovement #home #planning #buildingdesign #design #designer #architecture #livinglot #sydneydesigner #buildingdesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney @richardsbuildingco @eaglemastertiling

Balancing act onsite today . #beautypointproject @richardsbuildingco #lineup . #reno #renovation #homereno #alterations #additions #extensions #remodel #building #buildingworks #construction #mosmanbuild #homeimprovement #home #planning #buildingdesign #design #designer #architecture #livinglot #sydneydesigner #buildingdesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney

From one extreme to another, gotta love nature #colourphotograph #longweekends

Fiji colours #tropicalplants #colourinspo #longweekend #fiji

Bye for now @batherspavilion We’ll miss you & and as much as I love a good reno, we hope the cafe side vibe doesn’t change too much. Lots of family memories for us here

old door, new life as a #cavityslider #butlerspantry . . #beautypointproject @richardsbuildingco #buildingworks #reno #renovation #homereno #alterations #additions #extensions #remodel #building #construction #mosmanbuild #homeimprovement #home #planning #buildingdesign #design #designer #architecture #designideas #livinglot #sydneydesigner #buildingdesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney

The art of roughing in . Works by @pinkfishplumbing & @richardsbuildingco #beautypointproject . #roughin #copperpipes #pipework #newsink #butlerspantry #buildingworks #reno #renovation #homereno #alterations #additions #building #construction #mosmanbuild #homeimprovement #home #planning #buildingdesign #design #designer #architecture #designideas #livinglot #sydneydesigner #buildingdesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney

Final materials selections done & dusted #natureinspiredpalette #beautypointproject . . . . #buildingmaterials #flatlay #timber #paving #tiles #marble #engineeredbamboo #brick #wallboard #buildingworks #reno #renovation #alterations #additions #building #construction #mosmanbuild #buildingdesign #design #architecture #designideas #livinglot #buildingdesigner #bdaa #sydneydesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney

new view. love it #beautypointproject #buildingworks #reno #renovation #homereno #alterations #additions #remodel #building #construction #windows #livingroom #mosmanbuild #richardsbuildingco #homeimprovement #home #newdigs #buildingdesign #design #architecture #planning #livinglot #sydneydesigner #buildingdesigner #mosman #2088 #sydney

Winter solstice, the turning point & therefore my favourite day of winter #bringbackthedaylight #sundayproject #wintersolstice #sydney #australia #daylight #balmoral #balmoralbeach #mosman

Tile progress from our Cabramatta site visit today. So many beautiful details almost ready to unwrap @janehemming & @hiltonresidential #cabramattaroadproject

Demo day 1. This ones our place. Lots of work to get to this point (including 8 years procrastination on my part) but super excited that works started today with the upbeat & talented team @richardsbuildingco Amazingly rapid progress inside and out. Only 5 hours earlier this was our old cavernous kitchen. Best demo moment was the low false ceiling coming down to expose the traditional one above #beautypointproject

Can not wait to see this project finished. Getting closer and closer... only 5 weeks left with @janehemming & @hiltonresidential and it’s looking amazing. Even the sub floor looks cozy enough to camp out in!

winter blues #sydney #seasons #blueskies #firstdayofwinter #winter

favourite boundary fence in my neighbourhood: breezway bricks framed with greenery #breezeway #greenery #outdoors #outdoorliving #inspiration #landscaping #design #homes #inspo #fences #walls #breezwayblocks #mosman #sydney

Just cause I noticed this and love aged timber #raw #aged #timber #knots #beach #sydney

Happy mothers day to all the variations of mums who care for others. Feel especially grateful every day for my amazing lady @designyourtruepurposeforlife Thanks for the lovely morning and beautiful flowers @james.scollay & @lisettescollay x

Chuffed to be taking home 2 awards tonight for our Bay St project, a team win with @richardsbuildingco @eaglemastertiling & @melliwroughtiron Great evening thanks @b_d_a_a_ :-)

kiwi bach’s in Omaha are not very much like kiwi bach’s #newzealand #beaches #timber #buildings

Stalking the neighbourhood in search of greenery ideas for our own reno. Love this furry plant, reminds me of the pillowy pillows from my favourite Dr. Seuss book. #gardeninspiration #plants #greenery #outdoors #outdoorliving #ideas #landscaping #design #outdoorrooms #home #reno #inspo #homerenovation #mosman #sydney

Taking the reno process in their stride and making their mark along the way #cabramattaroadproject #sitevisit #reno #mosman

Progress shot from today’s site visit. Swipe to see finished concept sketch and where we’re heading. Amazing to see it off the page and coming to life after months of careful planning with @janehemming

soft tones and layers of plants & materials on Lavoni St in Balmoral #outdoorliving #gardeninspiration #design #gardens #plants #outdoors #greenery #tones #colours #textures #materials #finishes #structures #landscape #sydney

cinnamon nose #sundayproject

celebrating International Women’s Day with Australian Women In Design and learning about colour from the experts. Thanks to the organisers @hampshire_design @sj_kavanagh @a_w_i_d_ & generous hosts at @havwoods_au Another awesome event! #australianwomenindesign #colorbond #colourtrends #colour #havwoods #havwoodsau #bluescopesteel #bdaa #buildingdesign #design #designers #creating #inspo #ideas #women #collective

Sneaky capture from this mornings photoshoot... photographing the photographer 📷 Building works by @richardsbuildingco #baystreetproject #buildingdesign #design #renos #renovation #homes #homereno #alterations #additions #extensions #remodel #planning #building #construction #homeimprovement #home #family #designideas #spaceplanning #creating #freshideas #betterliving #livability #architecture #inspo #ideas #livinglot #mosman #2088 #sydney

Friday. Over and out. #fridayproject

they had it coming #snowballfights

Cookbook gift from a client - a favourite resturant that holds many dear memories from over the years. Feeling stretched at this stupidly busy time of year but also grateful that I get to do what I love and work with amazing families and trades. Big thanks to you all for making work fun @livinglot

This waterfall tap made me smile. Spotted it in the @sofiteldarlingharbour bathrooms #christmasbasin

I love how getting them out of their comfort zone forces them together #sanfrancisco

Balustrade went up today at our Bay St project and framed it like a finished picture. Final touches with local building legends @richardsbuildingco. Balustrade crafted by @melliwroughtiron #baystproject . . #outdoorliving #readyforsummer #design #building #buildingdesign #renos #renovations #mosman #2088 #sydney #home #homereno #alterations #additions #extensions #remodel #planning #homeimprovements #designs #construction #architecture #inspo #ideas #livinglot #liveability #familyhomes #construction #reshapingspaces #balustrade #railing

9/11 memorial grounds #newyork #structure #building #rebuilding #design #art #nyc

Autumn colours nyc #architecture #design #buildings #colours #nyc

Only ever seen this painting in books growing up. Amazing to see it up close in the flesh #themetropolitanmuseumofart #pietmondrian #abstractart #design #art #nyc

Underground today at #oneworldtradecenter #architecture #design #nyc

Walked the high line in NYC yesterday. A surprisingly peaceful retrieve from the intensity of the streets below & great vantage point to view the city’s diverse architecture #highlinenyc #architecture #design

Still for a moment. Admiring the city behind the sheer #sydney #cityviews #buildings

Feeling as excited as a kid in a candy store to be taking home an award from last nights BDAA National Design Awards in Adelaide. Big love and thanks @BDAA #bdaa #BDAA2018 #designawards

I want a Tesla tattoo after hearing them speak at our annual Building Designers Confrence in Adelaide today. Love their mission and philosophy. Plus they have beautifully designed products and software #tesla #bdaa2018 @bdaa #bdaa #buildingdesign #design #adelaide #sustainability #sustainablenergy #ourfuture

A client text me this photo of progress from work onsite today. The tiler on this project is such pleasure to work with. He’s a perfectionist and has cut each tile into the rock - a mean feet given they are 20mm pavers and are incredibly difficult to cut. I’m in admiration of him and the builders on this project @richardsbuildingco @eaglemastertiling #tileperfection #amazingbuilders #fabclients #gooddesign #buildings #design #gardens #pavers #ambertiles #landscape #mosman #2088 #reno #sydney

With my LIDs (ladies in design) group today learning all there is to know about timber floor installations. Thanks to our generous hosts @havwoods_au #timber #floors #buildingdesign #design #designinspiration #wood