Our studio is feeling incredibly grateful to be be finalists in the 2026 @duluxaus Colour awards for two of our projects — Ember Bath House and Juni Cafe.
At Ember Bath House, the experience is immersive and introspective. Designed as a journey of self-care, the interiors are tactile and restorative, a place where light, materiality, and colour work together to soften energy and heighten senses.
Juni Cafe was imagined as a light-filled neighbourhood space, shaped by soft tones and playful textures that reflect the warmth of its community. The palette grew from a buttery yellow foundation, layered with hues inspired by everyday rituals, coffee and sunlit moments.
To be recognised amongst such a strong field of projects celebrating bold and thoughtful use of colour is something we are truly proud to be part of.
Project: @emberbathhouse
Construction: @powell_building
Interior: @studio.traces
Photography: @dionrobeson Stylist: @jessicaalice_design
Project: @junicafe_
Construction: @elitecommercials
Interiors: @studio.traces
Photography: @coralie.carosin
#duluxcolourawards #duluxaus #commercialdesign #australiandesign
Studio Traces is honoured to be shortlisted for the 2026 Australian Interior Design Awards. We’re incredibly grateful for this recognition of our project, Ember Bath House.
In 2024, Ember approached us to expand their existing bath house, with a focus on creating a sensorial, grounding journey. The design draws on Japanese bathing rituals alongside Turkish-inspired hammam practices, shaping an immersive and restorative experience.
This project would not have been possible without the trust and vision of our clients, Sam and Ryan, along with the dedication of Chris Powell and his outstanding team of trades. We also extend our thanks to all the suppliers who supported the journey.
We feel very fortunate to be recognised alongside such a strong group of hospitality projects this year.
Project: @emberbathhouse
Construction: @powell_building
Interior Design: @studio.traces
Styling: @jessicaalice_design
Photography: @dionrobeson
#australiandesign #australianinteriordesignawards #wellnessdesign #bathhouse #perthinteriors
The Design Studio
Hey guys! It’s us Studio Traces!
What a huge year it has been for all of us, both in studio and in our own lives!
We’re currently listening to techno, house or edm, whilst we meet those creative milestones prior to the Christmas break.
This year we are grateful for;
Our very own gorgeous design studio
Welcoming Danielle to the team
Promoting Phoebe as Lead Designer
Watching our team create incredible designs
For you, our cool clients trusting us
Developing solid relationships with amazing clients (and we just esp)
Phoebe being shortlisted for Australian Design Reviews 30 Under 30 Awards
The team, becoming a team (I’m gonna cry)
Releasing old patterns that had me stuck
Working on myself (a work in progress)
Looking after my son, and what he needs
(adhd and asd)
Believing and loving
Next year, we look forward to;
Continuing the foundations of what we are growing with design and you our wonderful clients
Seeing Dani become a mummy
Watching houses get built
Hype girling Phoebe!
Entering Design Awards
Hopefully a design trip
We have capacity when we are back in studio for new projects, big, small, wellness, hospitality, retail, boutique, please reach out
xoxo
Trace, Phoebe, Dani
Working closely with our clients and bringing their vision to life is what we love most.
Hearing words like these means everything to our team 🤍
We’re incredibly grateful for the trust our clients place in us and proud to create spaces and experiences that feel both beautiful and purposeful. @studio.traces
An immersive film of @emberbathhouse meticulously designed by @studio.traces and styled by @jessicaalice_design . With the colder season rolling in, there couldn’t be a better time to unwind and float away within the dark and moody walls of Ember.
Construction • @powell_building
We are proud to see Phoebe, our Lead Designer at Studio Traces, named a finalist in the Australian Design Review 30 Under 30 Awards.
Her work embodies a quiet confidence—considered, assured, and deeply intentional.
In May 2026, she will travel to Bali for a mentorship and connection experience, continuing a trajectory we’re excited to watch unfold.
Australian Design Review @adr30under30
The interior reflects Zonts’ bold, creative croissant recipes while allowing the artisanal, experimental pastry to remain the hero. Rolled forms in buttery yellow hues, such as the corian counter element, combined with futuristic rippled stainless steel enhance the pastry lab and technical aspects of patisserie. Warm and playful, walnut tones ground the interior and provide a traditional café feel for dining in. Texture coating in a rich sundaze colour applied to chunky curved bespoke joinery ensures the bakery process is tactile and engaging with the customer experience.
Interior Design | Studio Traces @studio.traces@zontsbakehouse
Design Team | Phoebe Allen, Danielle Fearn, Tracy Zorich
Built | LKD Fitouts @lkdfitouts
Photography | Matt Biocich @mattbiocich
The team carried the design language through to the second @blank_suites location, where the repetition of geometry aligns with an avant-garde architectural intent.
#australiandesign #i̇nteriorarchitecture #brutalistdesign #perthcreatives
The studio is looking forward to bringing location II of Blank Suites to life very soon.
A little throwback to the Innaloo space while we get ready for part two…
Same vision, new energy. Stay tuned.
Project: @blank_suites
Designers: @studio.traces
Builder: KBM Designs
Photography: @dionrobeson
Cottesloe
A relaxed icon is coming
Just what you need
Family Friends Food a little fever…
🍕🍷🌊🌅
Cotto
Interior design by our team @studio.traces
Architecture: Space Collective Architects
#hospitalitydesign #restaurantdesign #perthinteriors #pertharchitecture
#cottesloe
