About the Author
Lynda Gardener is a Melbourne-based stylist, interior decorator, and hotelier who has spent more than thirty years creating spaces that feel layered and lived-in, with an intuitive focus on atmosphere, texture, and connection. Drawing on history, craftsmanship, and natural materials, her work is both considered and distinctively original. Her career began with visual merchandising, evolving into independent retail and boutique accommodation ventures. Today, Lynda’s work spans private residential and commercial interiors, editorial styling, and fashion collaborations. She also maintains a portfolio of iconic short-stay properties that showcase her signature blend of industrial, antique, and modern design. Coauthor of the widely successful book Curate, Lynda has established a visual and editorial style defined by warmth, restraint, and an enduring sense of place that resonates with audiences worldwide.
