About us
Mi Design Studio is a Gold Coast based design studio specialising in Residential Design, Commercial Design & Interior Design.

With over 30 years of industry experience, Mi Design Studio brings together a dynamic team capable of assisting across a diverse range of projects. The knowledge and in‑depth expertise gained over decades has positioned Mi Design Studio at the forefront of the industry; we not only strive to deliver projects on time and within budget, but also to exceed our clients’ expectations. Many of our new projects come from returning clients or personal recommendations; a testament to the trust, rapport, and exemplary service we consistently provide.

Engaging Mi Design Studio gives you the advantage of working with a boutique team that tailors its services to each unique client and project. We offer a comprehensive range of services to meet your needs and work closely with you to achieve the best possible outcome. Our team handles planning permissions, building regulations, coordination with structural engineers, and can assist in sourcing the right contractors at the right price. Whatever your requirements, we can customise our service to suit your project.

“Building Design is a visual art, and the buildings speak for themselves.”
Our team

Michael Tomlinson

DIRECTOR

Michael entered the industry in 1997 and over the years has designed and documented a range of projects from modest residential homes, through to highly complex designs. Throughout his career, he has achieved numerous industry awards and enjoys all aspects of the design industry. Michael’s expertise is not limited to domestic residential projects. His extensive portfolio of projects includes the design and development of numerous child care centres, a boutique resort and medical centres. Michael is an active member within the industry associations moving from the President of the Gold Coast BDAQ to the Vice Chair of the BDAA Gold Coast chapter. Michael is also registered as a building practitioner in Victoria and NSW.

Dylan Oswald

DESIGNER

Dylan joined Mi Design Studio in 2015 and has enabled the practice to expand and take on more dynamic projects. Dylan has been a welcomed addition to the team. Prior to joining Mi Design Studio, Dylan completed his Certificate III Carpentry apprenticeship under the guidance of Laing O’Rourke. He then went on to complete his Diploma of Building Design in 2015. Dylan’s onsite experience in a wide variety of projects has given him a depth of knowledge and the foundations to incorporate practical solutions into a range of complex projects.

Industry accolades

Awards

The Light House

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Alec Avenue Residence

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Arcadia

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Tallebudgera Drive Residences

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

32 Christensen Road

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Lavendar Hill

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Mason Street Residences

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Currumbin Pocket

BDAQ GOLD COAST + JAMES HARDIE

Cala

BDAA | MULTI-RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

Media

Media

THE Sovereign Mile

50 BEST HOMES – GOLD COAST BULLETIN

Island Utopia

GOLD COAST BULLETIN

Inspiring Possibilities, Defining Spaces.