“ PKD raises the bar for what Hospitality venues can deliver, for the customer and owner, creating memorable spaces designed for financial success.”
STUDIO STRUCTURE
PAUL KELLY DIRECTOR
Since founding PKD in 1997, Paul has been committed to servicing the Hospitality industry. His approach uniquely balances visual aesthetics with operational design and financial outcomes, having several successful businesses and national design awards under his belt.
PRISCILLA WILLIAMS
SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER
Priscilla has over 20 years’ professional experience, working on over 200 projects at PKD alone. She brings incredible depth and breadth of knowledge, with a gifted eye for style and stand-out conceptual sensibility and capacity.
SCOTT TREVITT
SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER
As an Interior Designer with 15 years’ professional experience at Paul Kelly Design, Scott gives ‘big picture’ perspective to every project. His personable management style ensures painless coordination of key stakeholders throughout delivery.
HERBEE GUTIERREZ
SENIOR INTERIOR DESIGNER
Herbee is a design star within the Hospitality industry, bringing a wealth of 5-star experience and over 10 years’ project development expertise to the team at Paul Kelly Design. From concept design to construction, Herbee delivers on the clients’ vision.
01 02 03 SINGLE SOURCE SOLUTION DUAL SUCCESS END-TO-END DELIVERY
We design spaces that deliver equally on tenant and customer outcomes. Prioritising efficient operations alongside the consumer experience, our master planning methodology considers every aspect of design. From floor plans to facility set-up, we implement industry best-practice to ensure dual success for both staff and visitors - and the performance for your venue.
PKD’s services go well beyond interior design. Our capabilities cover every facet of hospitality sector development, acting as a single-source supplier at every point from proposal through to handover. We help clients build their business from the ground up, driving them toward their financial outcomes without the need to engage a dozen different consultants.
Our master planning model provides complete, end-to-end delivery for Hospitality developments. Clients come to PKD with a brief and leave with a fully mapped-out program for long-term business success. We offer a holistic service that aligns every step of delivery to financial best outcomes, funnelling all the way down to the finishing details of your venue.
OUR PROCESS
DISCOVERY DESIGN DELIVERY TENANT SUPPORT
“ Through thoughtful design, meticulous planning, and ongoing collaboration, we create environments that are as memorable as the experiences they offer.” 01 03 05 06 02 04 STRATEGIC PLANNING VISUAL DESIGN QUALITY ASSURANCE EXPERIENCE CRAFTING EXTENSIVE RESEARCH OPERATIONAL DESIGN
How will your venue thrive? We lay out strategic business plans to attract a persistent, growing customer base. We translate your brand into the venue design, creating spaces with coherent identities and unique,
Our decisions are backed by data. Through extensive market research and experience, we uncover your ideal audience.
We design specifically for operational success, planning base buildings and facilities for optimal performance.
Every asset and service is held to PKD quality standards and developed in line with drafted strategies.
Opening a Venue is a tricky yet satisfying process. We can assist with the project through to every detail to maximise the potential for customer satisfaction.
At Paul Kelly Design, we believe that the key to delivering exceptional hospitality design lies in collaboration. From the very first meeting, we work closely with our clients, stakeholders, and all parties involved to bring a shared vision to life.
Our process is a seamless integration of creativity, function, and strategic thinking, ensuring every detail is considered — from the initial concept to the final touches. Whether it's creating an inviting atmosphere for a meal, designing the perfect environment for a cold beer, or simply enhancing the overall guest experience, we are committed to delivering a best-in-class solution. We take pride in crafting spaces that not only meet the needs of our clients but also elevate the experience for every guest who walks through the door. Through thoughtful design, meticulous planning, and ongoing collaboration, we create environments that are as memorable as the experiences they offer.
HOTEL GAMING RESTAURANT / BAR RETAIL COMMERCIAL QSR DEVELOPMENT
LONGUEVILLE HOTEL
Client: Gallagher Hotels
Since 2012, PKD has completed multiple renovations.
The hotel sold in August 2022 circa $50M.
Winner of numerous awards, including the Sydney Design Awards’ 2021 Gold Award.
THE OAKS NEUTRAL BAY
Client: The Thomas Family
One of the most notable and popular Pubs in Australia with revenue in excess of $30M.
THE IVANHOE OF MANLY HOTEL
Client: Iris Capital
Sold to Iris Capital in 2021 for circa $60M.
PKD have recently completed a second renovation on the Hotel in 2025.
WILLOWDALE HOTEL
Client: Joel Fisher
| Turnover in excess of $4.0M per week.
WENTWORTH HOTEL
Client: Iris Capital
| Turnover in excess of $5.5M per week.
GREGORY HILLS HOTEL
Client: Malouf Family
| Turnover in excess of $3.5M per week.
FLYING FISH
Client: Dedes Group
Legacy Brand since 2004.
Estimated annual turnover in excess of $6.0M.
SOKYO, BLACK, ALLORIA, CICADA BLU, AND BABBLERS
Client: Star Entertainment Group
Estimated annual turnover in excess of $35M.
DISTRICT BRASSERIE
Client: Pacific Venues
Estimated annual revenue in excess of $10M.
Opened 2017 in Chifley Square building, Sydney.
One of the busiest and most successful brasseries in the Sydney CBD.
PARRAMATTA SQUARE
Client: Walker Corporation
| PKD designed the retail ground floor plane for the $2.8B development.
| PKD worked as the retail designer and retail design manager to design four of the individual tenancies.
| Combined revenue of tenancies in excess of $40M.
GRAND CAFE
Client: Charter Hall
| PKD designed the Grand Cafe for Charter Hall to satifsy the occupants of the building during a major construction of a new tower.
| The two outlet facility caters for the whole building with revenue for clients –Pacific Venues – in excess of $10M.
BETTY’S BURGERS
Client: Retail Zoo
Betty’s turnover in 2023 was $113M.
Concept and brand developed by PKD.
PKD designed their first 30 stores throughout Australia.
HARVEYS HOT SANDWICHES
Client: Pacific Venues
Projected turnover to $13.5M in 2026.
