THE STUDIO

STUDIO TRACES

Studio Traces is a dynamic Interior Design practice based in Perth, Western Australia, with personal experience at the heart of its interiors. The studio celebrates emotive traces and rituals through considered, functional design.
Creative Director and Interior Designer, Tracy Zorich, brings 20 years of industry experience across a wide range of projects. In 2022, Tracy founded Studio Traces with a focus on creating emotive, rebellious and considered designs that resonate deeply with the human experience. Now a design team of three, Studio Traces continues to push the boundaries of design. One of the studios notable achievements includes designing Ember Bath House, which was shortlisted for the 2024 Australian Interior Design Awards in the Hospitality category. As Creative Director, Tracy understands the importance of building a great project team around each client, including the design team, builder or shopfitter. Open and collaborative relationships allows for the best possible outcome.
Creative Director and Interior Designer, Tracy Zorich, brings 20 years of industry experience across a wide range of projects. In 2022, Tracy founded Studio Traces with a focus on creating emotive, rebellious and considered designs that resonate deeply with the human experience. Now a design team of three, Studio Traces continues to push the boundaries of design. One of the studios notable achievements includes designing Ember Bath House, which was shortlisted for the 2024 Australian Interior Design Awards in the Hospitality category. As Creative Director, Tracy understands the importance of building a great project team around each client, including the design team, builder or shopfitter. Open and collaborative relationships allows for the best possible outcome.
Lead Interior Designer Phoebe contributes a strong artistic vision, offering unique and innovative solutions, overseeing the projects creative and functional outcome at every scale.
Graduate Interior Designer Danielle supports the team with strong aesthetic insight, attention to detail and current perspectives, translating client needs into impactful designs.
We design spaces that evoke lasting emotions – whether memorable, calming, or energising – creating experiences that endure. With a collaborative and inspiring approach, we prioritise authentic communication throughout the design process, ensuring you ‘ re informed and involved for the best possible outcome.

CAPABILITY

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

HOSPITALITY

WELLNESS

RETAIL

WORKPLACE

Studio Traces brings extensive expertise in designing hospitality, retail, workplace, healthcare and wellness environments. We’re passionate about making sure every space reflects the people who inhabit it. We love taking the time to understand our clients’ values and allowing the design to evolve naturally. We embrace technology to enhance our deliverables process, producing exceptional 3D renders and 3D walk throughs for presentations. This enables clients to visualise their spaces before the build phase begins, ensuring accurate understanding of each part of the design and a seamless and engaging design journey.
We offer a full service commercial interior design scope, working with our clients from the very beginning stages through to seeing your space completed on site.
Our Studio is also able to tailor our design deliverables to each unique project needs, so if you have something a little different in mind, or a small or large scope, we can tailor our scope of works and design involvement to suit.

PROJECT EXPERIENCE

EMBER BATH HOUSE

Wellness

ANGEL

Retail

POWELLS WINE BAR

Hospitality

VELOCITY KARRINYUP

Retail

DERMAL DESIGN

Health Care

YARN WINE BAR

Hospitality

BLANK SUITES

Wellness

VELOCITY MELBOURNE

Retail

EMBER BATH HOUSE II

PHOTOGRAPHY: DION ROBESON

WELLNESS DESIGN

PHOTOGRAPHY: DION ROBESON

WELLNESS DESIGN

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“Studio Traces delivered with inimitable ingenuity.
Creative, energetic, insightful and full of heart.
Studio Traces was integral from the foundations of
our project. Not only did they deliver with an
amazing eye for design and detail, they were a
pleasure and joy to work with as a team.
Embodying a vision and executing a dream into
reality. Their experience working in the industry,
collaborating with trades and understanding the
whole process from conception to completion was
a huge benefit to the project. Having the
opportunity to work with Studio Traces in the
future would be a pleasure.”

PHOTOGRAPHY: DION ROBESON

WELLNESS DESIGN

About

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EMBER BATH HOUSE

PHOTOGRAPHY: DION ROBESON

WELLNESS DESIGN

JUNI CAFE, MAYLANDS

PHOTOGRAPHY: CO STUDIO

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“Working with Studio Traces on the design of our cafe, JUNI, was truly a transformative experience. From the very beginning, they showed an incredible, intuitive grasp of what the space needed, elevating it beyond what we thought was possible.
They struck a perfect balance between creativity and practicality. Every detail feels intentional, from the layout and flow to the materials and overall atmosphere. The space they created isn’t just aesthetically beautiful, it’s functional, welcoming, and genuinely reflects the heart of what we wanted to create for our community.
What stood out most was their professionalism, care, and dedication throughout the entire process. They were thoughtful, responsive, collaborative, and truly invested in making sure everything was perfect for us. Working with Tracy, Phoebe and Danielle never felt like just a service – it felt like a shared commitment to bringing something meaningful to life. Having the team genuinely cheer us on throughout the process meant so much to us.
Since opening, we have received such glowing feedback on the design of our cafe, and it’s clear how much their work has shaped the experience of everyone who walks through the door. We’re incredibly grateful for everything they’ve created and the care and thought behind each and every detail.
We couldn’t recommend the brilliant creatives at Studio Traces more highly. If you’re looking for designers who deliver something truly special, they are beyond exceptional at what they do!

PHOTOGRAPHY: CO STUDIO

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

ZONTS BAKE HOUSE

PHOTOGRAPHY: MATT BIOCIC

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“We had an amazing experience working with Tracy, Phoebe and Danielle.
From start to finish, their attention to detail and professionalism really stood out. They understood our vision straight away and brought it to life in a way that felt intentional, refined, and true to our brand. Every step of the process felt smooth, and you can tell they genuinely care about the quality of their work.
What impressed us most was how they balanced creativity with practicality, not just making things look good, but making sure everything actually works in a real business setting with lots of cost savings throughout the project.
Couldn’t recommend them enough. If you’re looking for a team that delivers both design and execution at a high level, Studio Traces is the one”.

PHOTOGRAPHY: MATT BIOCIC

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

VELOCITY ACTIVEWEAR, BONDI

PHOTOGRAPHY: TOM FERGUSON

RETAIL DESIGN

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“We’ve had the absolute pleasure of working with Tracy, Phoebe and the entire Studio Traces team on the design of ALL our retail stores. From the very beginning, Tracy has been incredibly helpful, responsive and genuinely invested in our vision. She’s not only talented and creative, but also incredibly kind and always goes above and beyond – available around the clock to make sure everything runs smoothly.
Collaborating with Studio Traces has been seamless, personal and inspiring. They truly care about the outcome, and it shows in every detail. We couldn’t be happier with the results and are so grateful for their dedication and partnership.
Thank you Tracy, Phoebe and the Studio Traces team! It’s been amazing working with you – and we’re excited for what’s to come. Highly recommend for all design needs!”

PHOTOGRAPHY: TOM FERGUSON

RETAIL DESIGN

BLANK SUITES

PHOTOGRAPHY: DION ROBESON

WELLNESS DESIGN

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

“Tracy, Phoebe and the whole team are outstanding commercial interior designers. We’ve now used them across three separate projects and every time they’ve delivered above expectations.
What really stands out is their attention to detail and the way they understand the practical side of construction. As a builder, it makes a big difference working with designers who don’t just make things look good on paper, but actually think about how it’s going to be built on site. Their designs are well thought through, practical and easy to work with from a construction point of view, which saves a lot of headaches during the build.
They’re also great to deal with throughout the whole process – organised, responsive and genuinely invested in getting the best outcome for the project. It’s clear they take pride in their work and it shows in the final result.
I’d happily recommend Tracy, Phoebe and the team to anyone looking for quality commercial interior design. We’ll definitely be working with them again on future builds.”

PHOTOGRAPHY: DION ROBESON

WELLNESS DESIGN

POWELLS FROMAGERIE AND WINE BAR

PHOTOGRAPHY: MATTHEW KESS

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

YARN WINE BAR

3D RENDERS: STUDIO TRACES

HOSPITALITY DESIGN

COTTO

3D RENDER: STUDIO TRACES

HOSPITALITY DESIGN UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Guide to the Design Journey

SCHEDULE A PHONE CHAT

We’re grateful for your enquiry, we will schedule a time to have a phone call together to discuss your unique project, we will listen to your needs and ask some important questions that help us understand your project and how we may assist with the design.

COMPLIMENTARY INITIAL CONSULT MEETING

We will coordinate a time to meet together to discuss your project... at your place of business, on site or in our studio. We 'll listen to your needs and bring our design minds to the discussion.

FEE PROPOSAL

From the information we discussed during the initial consult meeting, we will prepare a formal fee proposal for your consideration. This will be based on the scope of work discussed, the design deliverables required, outlining our inclusions. Once the fee estimate is accepted, we will invoice the deposit as outlined, and commence design work, once the deposit is received. A client On-Boarding form will be sent for completion, to set you up as a client in our systems.

DESIGN CONCEPT STAGE COMMENCES - TIME VARIES TO EACH UNIQUE PROJECT

The Design Concept stage commences. We will prepare your project to commence design. Please allow some lead in time for us to commence the design work and schedule this in within our resourcing capacity, typically 1-2 weeks.

CLIENT BRIEFING

Listening is our super power, we will schedule a follow-up meeting to dive deeper into the unique and comprehensive requirements of your project. Asking the right questions...Let' s discuss your project. We 'll listen to your needs and collaborate to discover ideas and inspiration together.

SITE SURVEY

We may begin with a site survey. We’ll schedule a site survey, where we measure up the site, alongside obtaining the existing plans from the landlord, if applicable. The site survey ensures we are working with accurate plans, essential to maximising the functionality of the space, and ensuring compliance in the planning stages.

EQUIPMENT LISTS

prior to commencing planning, we will ask for a detailed list of any specialist equipment to be included, for example within Hospitality Projects, the commercial kitchen equipment. For Wellness projects, this may include Saunas, ice baths and gym equipment.

PLANNING

Once the existing base build is documented, utilising the client brief as our guide, we will prepare layout planning. Often the layout planning is a rigorous process to ensure we develop layout concepts that optimise space, improve operational workflows, ensure compliance with NCC and DDA standards, and enhance usability and appeal. Sometimes preliminary layout plans are presented. After a thorough planning process, we will present the final floor plan for client approval.

3D MODELLING COMMENCES

Once the Layout Plan is approved or sometimes concurrently with the planning process, we’ll produce 3D renders and present these as the best communication tool we have to showcase the design for your project. Often the 3D Design will communicate the planning better than the plan itself, therefore we may present both layout planning alongside the 3D Design.

3D VISUALS

Our studio will create exceptional 3D Render visuals of your design, with lighting and effects to enhance the design concept and provide you with an exceptional suite of visuals, visually captivating the experience and wow factor of your design. We will present these at our Concept Presentation.

CONCEPT DESIGN PRESENTATION

We will welcome you into our Maylands studio to present the Concept Design. This may include, plans, mood board, finishes samples, 3D Visuals. This is the first super exciting part of the Design Journey! A digital copy is emailed to you following the presentation.

FEEDBACK & DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

Whilst our studio aims to intuit a design outcome which is both functional and aesthetically engaging, memorable, emotive, fit for purpose and a big “YES, we love it”!, we understand there may be some changes you might like to the design, and we welcome this feedback. The Concept Design stage allows for a couple of rounds of changes, as outlined in the tailored fee estimate, to allow for this flow within the design process. We may make the changes and email these through to you, we will keep you informed of the time frame this will take to return.

DESIGN APPROVAL

Once the Design is approved, formally by email, we will proceed with the more Technical stages of the Design Journey.

PRELIMINARY DOCUMENTATION

Preliminary documentation may be required, so we can sent some time sensitive information to landlords, Retail Design Managers, external Consultants, such as Lighting Consultants, Engineers, or Approvals Consultants. We will prioritise these components of the technical drawings first, such as: Partition Plans, Ceiling and lighting layouts.

APPROVALS

An important part of the Design Journey, will often include, in most cases various Approvals processes, involving external consultants. We do not include preparing or submitting any approvals as the industry standard is for these to be looked after by the shopfitter, builder, or client directly. We can however, recommend consultants, and include sending them the required drawings and liaising with them if any changes to the design are required. Below is a comprehensive list, please note not all Approvals are required, it will vary depending on each unique project. These approvals often are happening concurrently with the remainder of the Design Journey.

Assessment of Building NCC - items requiring upgrading to code - Building Surveyor / Certifier Consultant

DA Change of Use Application - Town Planner/ Surveyor who includes this service

Section J - Energy Assessment - Building Surveyor who includes this service

Structural Engineer

Certificate of Design Compliance - Building Surveyor / Certifier Consultant

Building Permit - Building Surveyor / Certifier Consultant

Occupancy Permit - Building Surveyor / Certifier Consultant - they inspect the tenancy before opening

Health Department - Separate application with Local Permit Authority - they inspect the tenancy before opening

Liquor Licencing - Separate application with Local Permit Authority - they inspect the tenancy before opening

CONSULTANTS

For larger projects, Engineering Consultants may be required to be engaged to document: In-Slab Hydraulics, Mechanical Design, Fire Design, Electrical Design, Structural Engineering and Lighting Design. These are a separate Consultant, with separate fees to be engaged by the client or client representative. We can make recommendations and coordinate from a design perspective.

FINISHES AND FIXTURES SCHEDULES

A comprehensive Finishes and Fixtures Schedule will be prepared, outlining all the finishes such as tiles, grout, tapware and joinery finishes. This will be provided in a schedule which builders can refer to for the pricing stage. This is issued with the documentation package.

DOCUMENTATION

We will provide a comprehensive and finalised documentation package (working drawings) in pdf format, necessary for Landlord Approval, CDC, Building Permit Applications, Pricing & Construction. This will be technical documentation of all the aspects of your projects we have allowed for within the fee estimate. We may schedule a review meeting to step through each elevation and or custom joinery detail together.

FURNITURE TRADE PRICING

We can assist in requesting trade pricing quotes for furniture, workstations, lighting and accessories from suppliers, but please note, we do not handle the procurement of items. We will pass the trade pricing directly to you for your consideration. If this service has been included within our scope of works, please refer to the tailored fee estimate. Often this may occur concurrently with other stages in the Design Journey.

TENDER OR PRICING PROCESS

Depending on what we have allowed for in the tailored fee estimate, we will send the documentation package out to builders or shopfitter for pricing or Tender. Pricing is where we may work closely with one nominated Builder. Tender is where we request multiple prices from the builders and review these together. Together we will make a recommendation and the contractual engagement of the builder is by client directly. We have excellent relationships with many builders and shopfitters, we encourage building a strong team around your project. Sometimes this process may be directly by client.

CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS ISSUED

Issued For Construction Drawings will be prepared and sent to all relevant parties. Please note we typically invoice for our balance payment prior to this stage, unless our tailored fee outlines differently.

DESIGN ADMINISTRATION STAGE

This stage of our engagement, includes our studio team being available for and assisting with; Tender reviews, any value engineering to the documentation or schedules (ie: changes prior to Construction). Answering queries from the builder and client throughout the process on phone or email.

COMMENCE ON SITE

How exciting! Your builder is underway on site. We include site visits during construction, the number of visits will be tailored to each project’s specific needs, based on complexity, detail, and construction timeline.

COMPLETION INSPECTION

At completion on site, if we have included this within our fee estimate, we will complete a site walk through and defects inspection, for any items requiring to be fixed, completed or touched up.

PHOTOGRAPHY AND VIDEOGRAPHY

At completion, if we have discussed this with you in advance, we may coordinate and arrange professional photography and videography of the completed design for our portfolio and marketing purposes. We may discuss these being of mutual benefit to your business also. Photography and Videography, if this proceeds, will be an additional cost - which we can share the cost of if you would find the content useful for your business also. Engagement of our design services confirms permission for us to photograph and video the completed project.

THE DESIGN JOURNEY

HOW WE WORK

Studio Traces provides comprehensive design consultancy services, from initial site analysis, preliminary meetings, client briefings, test-fit layout plans, through to concept design , 3D modelling, 3D visuals, finishes selections, fixtures, schedules, furniture selections and assistance with procurement. Working with Builders and Consultants for budgeting. Detailed working drawings for pricing, approvals and construction, through to design administration where we work alongside the fitout team, to attend regular site meetings and answer any queries to help move your project forward and problem solve together with the team. Through to seeing your project realised and completed on site.
We can offer full technical documentation and design deliverables, along with support in budgeting, tendering, and overseeing the construction process from a design perspective. Our Design Administration ensures your project is managed smoothly from start to finish, delivering the best possible outcome. Understanding that the design process is not linear, we tailor our approach to suit your unique situation and needs at each stage of your project.

CONCEPT DESIGN

CONCEPT DESIGN

Concept Design begins with asking the right questions and listening to your unique project requirements. Knowing how to intuit the brief into an outcome that feels emotive and purposeful is our super power! We’ll produce 3D renders and present these as the best communication tool we have to showcase the design for your project. Digital mood boards and finishes boards will be created, with physical samples also presented. Finishes selections are mindfully aligned with the projects programme and budget.

CAN YOU MAKE CHANGES AFTER THE INITIAL CONCEPT DESIGN PRESENTATION?

Absolutely! Whilst our studio aims to intuit a design outcome which is both functional and aesthetically engaging, memorable, emotive and fit for purpose, we understand there may be some changes you might like to the design, and we welcome this feedback. The Concept Design stage allows for a couple of rounds of changes, as outlined in the tailored fee estimate, to allow for this flow within the design process.

DESIGN DEVELOPMENT

DESIGN REFINEMENT

During this phase, the design, 3D visuals, and finishes will undergo further development (if needed). Preliminary drawings may be created to communicate design progress.

COORDINATION & APPROVALS

Liaise with Engineering Services Consultants, for coordination with the design, as needed. Communication with your nominated builder (if applicable at this stage). Coordination of design with any required sub-consultants, such as Structural Engineers or Certifiers (if needed).
Please note: The client, builder, or other parties are responsible for engaging any sub- consultants (e.g., Certifiers). We can recommend consultants for these services if required.

FURNITURE TRADE QUOTES & PROCUREMENT ASSISTANCE

We can assist in requesting trade pricing quotes for furniture, workstations, lighting and accessories from suppliers, but please note, we do not handle the procurement of items. We will pass the trade pricing directly to you for your consideration. If this service has been included within our scope of works, please refer to the tailored fee estimate.

DOCUMENTATION

PRODUCTION OF DETAILED DOCUMENTATION PACKAGE

We will provide a comprehensive and finalised documentation package (working drawings) in pdf format, necessary for Landlord Approval, CDC, Building Permit Applications, Pricing & Construction.

The documentation package may include:

Additionally, a comprehensive Finishes and Fixtures Schedule will be prepared and provided.

EXCLUSIONS

Please note, structural building works, services drawings, electrical services, fire services, mechanical services, and hydraulics are not included in this documentation. If these are required, consultant engineers must be engaged by the Client, Builder or Landlord (as agreed in the lease). Please note for retail projects we include nominal design level services drawings, the fee proposal will outline this as an inclusion in this instance.

DESIGN ADMINISTRATION

LIAISON WITH NOMINATED BUILDER

We will coordinate with the appointed Builder (including Tendering assistance, if required) and provide the necessary drawings for:

SUPPORT DURING CONSTRUCTION

COMPLETION & DESIGN INSPECTIONS

Upon completion of the fit-out, a defects inspection and report will be provided to ensure the design meets the specifications and expected outcome.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Professional Photography, Videography, Styling, Graphic Design, and Visual Merchandising are outside our design scope, but we are happy to offer recommendations for these services. By engaging our design services you provide approval for us to photograph at completion for our portfolio, we will ask if you would like a copy of these, which we can agree on a share of the photography cost. There may also be an additional commercial user licence payable to the photographer for use across social media, websites, publications etc.

ON SITE

We will schedule regular site visits during construction, tailored to the project’s complexity, scale, and duration (this will be specified in the fee proposal).
These visits are essential for monitoring site progress and design details, ensuring critical elements, such as tiling layouts and wall light placements, align with the design intent.
The builder will have their own Project Manager, with whom we will coordinate site visits. Regular check-ins contribute to a smoother process, ensuring a high-quality design outcome and helping to avoid costly issues later.
We emphasise clear communication, a collaborative team approach, and a positive attitude to keep the project on track from a design perspective.

Studio Ethos

LISTENING IS OUR SUPER POWER

Listening to your unique project requirements and to your dreams for the space is super important to the foundation of the design. Knowing how to intuit the brief into an outcome that feels emotive and purposeful is our super power! Most importantly, we are on your team as your design consultant.

TRANSPARENCY AND RELIABILITY

Transparency just feels good. Knowing where we are heading, understanding the process, the milestones and expectations. We encourage open communication throughout our design engagement with you. This document also aims to provide clarity to the design process, to help with understanding what comes next at each stage. Reliability is assuring that we are working on your project, even when you don’t hear from us, it means we are in creativity stages.

BE UNIQUE, BE REBELLIOUS, OWN IT

Your design project can be it' s own unique project! We will take your design further... yes it will be unique and rebellious! Own it! Trust in our design capability... and watch the wow factor unfold. Aesthetically we strive for an emotive response within the client and the people that will ultimately experience the space, however functionality is always imperative to the success of any design.

EMPOWERED WELLBEING

We empower the design team to do the best for our clients, through supporting diversity of thought, conscious inclusion, a flexible working environment and work-life balance.

Communication And Payments

PAYMENTS

Please refer to the tailored fee estimate for confirmation. Typically a Deposit payment of 50% of the fee is invoiced at the engagement of our design services, with design work commencing or deliverables being issued following receiving this deposit. The next billing stage, is before Construction drawings are issued or final deliverables sent with the remaining 50% balance to be invoiced. In accordance with the invoicing schedule outlined on the approved fee estimate. We believe this billing approach keeps both parties transparent and simplifies the quantity of invoicing.

COMMUNICATION

We encourage an open, honest and informative style of communication, where we prefer to keep you informed at each stage. There will be communication in the lead up to and during project milestones. Whilst we are in the design phases for your project, rest assured we are working on your project to progress the design and therefore you may hear from us less whilst we are underway and in the zone. We will check in with you via email weekly, and in addition schedule regular phone calls to update progress, discuss any queries or concerns and problem solve together.

OFFICE HOURS

Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm

We are closed on weekends and public holidays. Contact outside of these hours may be addressed on the next business day. We can be available outside of these standard business hours, on request. Email and Phone call is our preferred contact method, however Whatsapp Group messages can be set up during Construction if deemed appropriate.

EXPECTATIONS

We appreciate timely and professional constructive feedback.

Adhering to agreed upon timelines ensures smooth progress and exceptional results for our clients. Reinforcing our commitment to a collaborative and successful design experience. With this collaborative and inspiring approach, we prioritise authentic communication throughout the design process, ensuring you ' re informed and involved for the best possible outcome.