Why Room Studio?
Founded by Allie Hays and Kate Zwar, Room Studio is a Melbourne-based interior design and decoration studio dedicated to creating bold, inspiring, and highly functional spaces. With a shared passion for design that seamlessly blends creativity with practicality, Allie and Kate established Room Studio to offer a refined yet approachable design experience tailored to each client’s unique vision.
Specialising in residential and commercial interiors, we guide projects from initial concept through to completion, ensuring a smooth and stress-free process. Our expertise spans full-scale fit-outs, cosmetic upgrades, and interior styling, with a strong focus on thoughtful materiality, bespoke detailing, and curated furnishings.
With an extensive network of trusted suppliers, artisans, and trades, we source exceptional furniture, art, and décor to bring spaces to life. Whether transforming a home, office, or hospitality venue, we craft environments that are not only visually striking but intuitively functional—designed to inspire connection, creativity, and comfort.
At Room Studio, we redefine what it means to feel at home—in any space.
Allie Hays -
Interior Designer
Allie Hays is an interior designer and co-founder of Room Studio, with her expertise in workplace strategy, fit out, and interior design honed in Brisbane, Allie has also excelled as a furniture specialist for the commercial sector. She has cultivated a specialised skill set in furniture curating, project management, and interior styling.
As a furniture curator, she has a keen eye for sourcing unique pieces that enhance both the aesthetic and functionality of spaces. Her seamless approach to project management ensures that every project is meticulously aligned with the client's vision and delivered within budget.
Her passion lies in crafting designs that evoke emotions and authentically reflect the essence of an individual or brand. Allie’s work is a testament to her belief that spaces should not only be functional but also an extension of one's identity.
Kate Zwar -
Interior Designer
With a background in high-end interior decoration & design, property styling, furniture sourcing, space planning, and project management, Kate’s design approach enhances both the aesthetic interest and practicality of a space. Her experience in project management allows her to oversee all projects seamlessly, working closely with trades, managing budgets, and ensuring every element comes together flawlessly.
Kate specialises in sourcing furniture, artwork, and décor that complement the architecture and character of each project. Her deep understanding of materials, textures, and colour palettes enables her to create layered, inviting interiors that transform the way people experience and engage with their surroundings.