The Dialogue Between Art and Interior Design

Presented by Nikki McGar Interiors and Up Property
Thursday 8 October 4.00pm – 6.00pm
Hope and Autumn Display Suite, 138 Pakington Street, Geelong West 3218
Western SuburbsOctober 8Free EventExhibitionTalkArchitecture & Interior Design

Join interior designer Nikki McGar for an inspiring conversation exploring the relationship between art and the spaces we call home. Discover why art should be more than an afterthought, how original works can shape an entire interior, and why collecting meaningful, handcrafted pieces creates homes with warmth, character and soul.

Presented alongside the 2026 Artists in Residence Exhibition at the Hope & Autumn Display Suite by Up Property, this special event celebrates the artists behind the work while offering practical insights into choosing, displaying and designing around art. Whether you’re renovating, building or simply looking to create a home that feels more personal, you’ll leave with fresh ideas and the confidence to see your home as a collection of your stories.

2026 Artists in Residence

  • Skye Gibson
  • Sarah Furzer
  • Janey Forbes
  • Claire Gorst
  • Hannah Gorst
  • Annabelle Lee
  • Clare O’Donoghue

Be inspired by the power of original art to transform a space and discover how thoughtfully curated pieces can bring depth, personality and meaning to the places we live.

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Bio

Nikki McGar is a Barwon Heads-based interior designer and founder of Nikki McGar Interiors, creating warm, character-rich homes across Geelong, the Bellarine and Surf Coast. Her work celebrates art, colour, texture and personal storytelling to create spaces that feel both beautiful and deeply lived in.
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