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Emma Black
Bachelor of Interior Design
Emma Black is a creative interior designer with a background in photography and a passion for residential design. In 2019, she completed a photography course, developing her eye for detail and composition, before beginning her interior design degree in 2022. Emma aims to specialise in residential interiors and dreams of one day pursuing house flipping.
With strong technical skills, Emma is proficient in Photoshop, PowerPoint, Canva, and After Effects. She is also adept in industry-standard tools such as Revit, Twinmotion, and SketchUp, which enable her to bring her concepts to life in both 2D and 3D formats. Known for her ability to blend creative vision with practical solutions, Emma delivers thoughtful and visually compelling designs.
Whether working on individual projects or collaborating within a team, Emma combines her love for creativity with strong technical skills to ensure every detail is executed with precision. Emma’s goal is to create beautiful, liveable homes that reflect the individuality of her clients. With a passion for interior design and a desire to explore the world of house flipping, she looks forward to using her creativity and technical expertise to shape inspiring residential spaces.
HERA
Located in the old Newtown Tram Sheds in Sydney, HERA is a centre that consists of three diffent programs designed to help solve the violence agasint women problem in Australia. HERA’s name derives from the Greek Goddess of women and of the gods.
- ATHENA: An education centre that raises awareness about gender-specific and societal issues that impact women through classes and lectures. The program builds mutual respect for others by promoting an understanding of each other’s experiences. It is named after the Greek goddess of Wisdom.
- ARTEMIS: A daycare that provides a safe and nurturing environment and ensures children receive quality care and early childhood education. The program teaches children the importance of respect for others and themselves from a young age. It is named after the Greek goddess of the hunt and protector of young children.
- MEDUSA: A women’s shelter hidden behind ARTEMIS and ATHENA that offers refuge and provides a haven where women can find safety, support, and a path towards independence. It also implements programs that help women rebuild their lives, such as counselling, legal aid, and job training. It is named after the Greek figure who is a symbol for survivors of violence.
SIRIUS 2.0
Sirius 2.0 redesigns the Sirius building at the Rocks in Sydney into social housing. The availability of social housing provides opportunities for young rural people to learn and grow. Popular universities and learning opportunities favour those who already live close to populated cities, sparking the argument of ‘rural disadvantage’. A new approach to Sirius 2.0 strives to bridge the gap between rural towns and Sydney.
Located in apartment 25, this design is made for four rural students to live in while studying. Each bedroom was designed with their personalities in mind. As the project was for temporary housing, subtle colours mixed with wood were used so it would be easy to change and personalise to the next tenant:
- Avery: Needs space to make her own clothes and for a permaculture garden
- Thomas: Needs space outdoors to practice sports and storage for his vinyl collection.
- Nevaeh: Needs space for her boardgame collection and for her cat Salem.
- Silas: Needs space for camera collection and soundproofing in room to reduce noise for when he is playing his guitar
The Arborist
Originally the Kurrajong Hotel, The Arborist is a reimagined space that reconnects the history of Erskineville to the site through an innovative design inspired by the Kurrajong tree.
The word Kurrajong, meaning “shade tree,” reflects the significance of this tree in First Nations heritage. The title The Arborist, a tree specialist or surgeon, honours this botanical inspiration, weaving the essence of the Kurrajong tree into every element of the design. Each level offers a unique experience:
- Ground Floor: Styled to evoke the charm of an old Australian pub, this level operates as a coffee shop, blending nostalgia with modern café culture.
- Level 1: A retail space dedicated to coffee enthusiasts, offering coffee wares for purchase and hosting tasting events that explore diverse brews.
- Level 2: A museum showcasing the history of Erskineville through old photographs, artifacts, and local stories, preserving the community’s essence.
- Rooftop Garden: Inspired by Indigenous art, the rooftop features native plants and a vibrant mural of a Kurrajong tree, painted by celebrated artist Katie Kemarre
