Following the advice of our project manager we employed Shane Smillie to perform the electrical work when we completely renovated a 20 year old apartment in East Melbourne. The work was extensive and probably more complex than required in a new build as it entailed the relocation of many light fittings, power points and telecommunication and TV fittings within the constraints of one unit that is surrounded by its neighbours. Our project manager demanded the highest quality from all the tradesmen that she employed so we had every confidence that Shane would be up to the challenge.
We were not disappointed. Shane and his team were outstanding. They were polite, friendly and punctual, worked seamlessly with the other trades, quickly created and implemented solutions when problems such as fitting light units into our bathrooms arose and completed all their tasks efficiently and to a very high standard.
We found Shane and Josh to be extremely helpful whenever explanations were needed or advice was requested and they went out of their way to assist with extra tasks such as connecting our media and even attended on at least two occasions to co-ordinate with other service providers.
We were also grateful that Shane is aware of the latest trends and provided us with information regarding the newest products on the market.
We are therefore very pleased to be able to unreservedly recommend Smillie Electrical for all the services that they offer.

David and Julie Harris

Julie and I employed Angela Cosgrove of Creative Elegance Interiors to design and project-manage the complete refurbishment of a twenty year old apartment in the city fringe suburb of East Melbourne. We contacted her due to the glowing testimonials she received on WOMO and found her to be open, friendly and professional, charging very reasonable rates and willing to take on our project which had very tight time constraints as we would have to rent accommodation whilst the work was being done.

There were five weeks until settlement and Angela started on the design stage of the project immediately. Her energy and enthusiasm soon became obvious. She shared many ideas with us while also discovering our particular tastes, emailing us, listening to our ideas, suggesting suppliers that we could visit both physically and via the Internet and on some occasions joining us on expeditions to discover desirable fittings and furniture. This was the first time that she had worked on an apartment and she went out of her way to discover the requirements and restrictions imposed by the Owners Corporation so that we could commence work on schedule.

Whilst having complete confidence in her own design abilities Angela was careful to take our ideas on board and reflect these in her suggestions. This and her creativity were demonstrated in her use of glass doors that had been removed from the downsizing of one of our cabinets in order for it to fit into our new home. These became part of built-in cupboards in our lounge area along with drawers that replicated the entry buffet that we had purchased at a trade fair. This willingness to listen, ability to be adaptive and obviously creative design skills, along with her good humour and constant availability made this stage of the project exciting and not overly stressful.

Before settlement Angela was ready to start the project and we were very happy to sign the extremely comprehensive and detailed Project Management Agreement.
During the second stage Angela set herself and all others associated with the project, the highest standards. She encouraged us to communicate with our neighbours about the project, making sure that they had our contact numbers so that they could discuss any issues that arose. There was continuous liaison with the Owners’ Corporation managers on a wide range of matters specific to apartments such as sound proofing for flooring. Whilst insisting on exemplary workmanship, punctuality and behaviour from her workers who incidentally were skilful, friendly and most helpful ,she led by example, appearing on site, usually before the first arrival and often participating in the work that had to be done. She also made sure that they were treated with the same respect that she commanded and was meticulous in making sure that they were paid on time and helped with the minutiae and problems associated in running their businesses. In turn they held her in high regard, often commented on her meticulous planning and were always willing to adjust their own timetables when necessitated by her schedule being disrupted by factors outside her control.
At the same time Angela continued to generate ideas, help us to make the ongoing decisions associated with renovations, organise suppliers and make sure we made payments on time. She did this calmly and respectfully, always looking for solutions rather than where to lay blame when problems arose and never appearing stressed or irritable.

The outcome was that the apartment was ready for the removalists to return our possessions on the scheduled date. Angela then spent the next four days unpacking, as we had committed to going to Perth some time previously, so we could move in seamlessly on our return.

To say that we are thrilled with the finished product is an understatement. Our new home has exceeded our expectations in that it meets all our aspirations but also has surprised us with the placement of both new and previously owned pieces and the use of colour. We feel very fortunate that Angela managed this project from beginning to end and in the time frame that many would say was impossible.
We are therefore totally confident in recommending Angela unreservedly for all aspects of interior design projects as a person who relentlessly pursues the goals of her clients but with a generosity of spirit that makes the experience enjoyable for all the participants.

David & Julie Harris
East Melbourne

Outstanding. Josh was efficient. He left after an hour. Fadi and Anthony worked hard throughout the day and made sure that my requirements were met. I felt that our possessions will be very safe in the car of your company.

I have been using Tribeca dental for more than 5 years and would give them the highest recommendation. The team there have always appeared dedicated to maintaining and improving their clients' oral health in an extremely friendly and supportive environment. Ervan is a gentle, thorough and highly skilled practitioner whose approach would very probably put the most anxious person at ease. He provides lots of information about any procedures that he is carrying out, and takes great care that discomfort, if any, is minimal.
He is also keen to explain how best to care for one's teeth and gums. In fact the more I see of Ervan the less I appear to need his interventions.

Stretching and repair to two areas of carpet that had been laid 15 years ago and had a lot of wear, some off which had suffered some water damage some time ago.
Rick was professional in every way. He clearly explained the problem and what needed to be done and then was creative in implementing a solution that far surpassed our expectations.
On both the visits he made he was punctual, polite and friendly. A pleasure to deal with.