The initial thought of consulting an interior decorator was a little daunting to me.

I thought only the rich used the services of an interior decorator. Then I thought no, the rich can afford to get it wrong but I can’t!  I started out reading all I could from the net and came across Michelle Stokes from De Novo Concepts. After reading Michelle’s comments on the Homeone forum on colours and ideas I soon realised that it was her classy idea’s that was going to make my home look a million dollars.

My exterior colour schedule was not an easy task. I opted for a colorbond roof and custom orb wall cladding. The choice of colours available was limited when also considering the choice of standard aluminium window colours available. I didn’t want my home to look like a water tank on stumps.

To say that I am ecstatically happy with Michelle’s colour selection would be an  understatement. The colour combinations she chose for me allowed me to remain within my budget and at the same time keep with the neutral colour scheme that I truly love. I no longer go to bed at night, waking up in the middle of the night thinking colours. I am going to truly love my new home and feel that I have done it justice by consulting a true professional in Michelle Stokes.

Gaye Hutchinson, Queensland

Very Happy client.

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Michelle Stokes of De Novo Concepts has completed 5 projects for me and I've been using Michelle for all my refits since I bought the hotel in 1998, including the upstairs living area.

I can highly recommend Michelle for any commercial project, she is confident in any and all aspects of what she does with her work, and we have worked well together.

Michelle has helped me with all my furniture selection and purchases for the hotel, I am impressed with her professionalism and approach to her business.

Good luck in the future Michelle.

Ross James
Roscos - Bomaderry Hotel

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"Michelle has a keen eye for colour coordination.
Her colours were current and appropriate for an accommodation fit out. She presented options and was happy to discuss/modify to our requirement.
She was prompt in her assignment and comfortable to get along with."

Ian Francis
Willows Motel & Caravan Park
Goulbourn
 

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I am very excited that you asked me to do a testimonial.

Michelle turned a daunting task into an exciting one. I found Michelle to have an exceptional eye for colour.

What would have taken me three or four tries to get right - she did in one consultation.
Michelle also managed to consider the demands of all members of the family in the re-decoration of our family room.

I can't wait to get her back to tackle the next task, our lounge room.

Errol & Judy Roulstone.      

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Michelle,

Thank you.

You turned a daunting task of selecting colour schemes for our 8 holiday cabins, house and three shops into a stress free and pleasant experience. 

Not having used your services previously, we were a little apprehensive about retaining your services but that apprehension turned into confidence with our first telephone conversation.  You put us at ease, gave us sound advice and referred us to your web site.  You did not pressure us in any way. 

Your web site reinforced our decision to retain you and you were very accommodating in setting up an appointment to meet with us on site. 

You arrived on site on time armed with all the necessary colour samples and you immediately put us at ease with your pleasant easy going manner. 

Quickly and confidently you set about selecting the colour schemes and we are very pleased with your selections. 

You gave us large colour boards and you followed that up the same day with a detailed specification for all elements of the structures. 

Michelle, you are a professional, yet you are friendly and fun. 

It was a pleasure dealing with you and we will definitely retain your services again. 

Kind regards,

Marade and Milad 

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Michelle was called upon at very short notice to advice on colours for my new shop
Sahara and The Dance Bar in Nowra.  I did have ideas already but no time to co-ordinate or choose the colours and selections.

Michelle chose wonderful colours that were perfect to reflect the Moroccan feel of the shop.  She also gave advice on materials and design and chose a great colour for my ceiling and doors that I would not have had the confidence to use myself! 

She chose all the colours in both shops, one being the Dance Bar that still carries on with the Moroccan theme but gives a completely different feel. 

Without the wonderful use of colour the shops would not be nearly as appealing. 

Thanks Michelle I couldn’t have done it without you!

Leanne, Sahara Boutique & The Dance Bar – Nowra.