Marylou Sobel

An unwavering commitment to quality and great style underpins everything this Sydney interior designer does.

I grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, and lived in the same house until I was 21. Our home was designed by the Spanish architect Stefan Ahrends. It was Ranch-style, with unique fittings and fixtures, interesting lighting and a ship’s lantern at the front door. It was beautifully appointed, too, with antique furniture and Persian carpets. My mother was a collector of hallmarked silver, ceramic figurines and the like. Her love of these items influenced me hugely and I organically became a collector myself. When I was 23, I emigrated to Sydney with my husband.

No two days in the studio are alike, but they always begin with coffee. One of the exciting aspects of being a designer is having my week unfold creatively. It’ll always be dotted with designing, procuring, client meetings, site meetings and showroom visits.