Green Ink Design Studio was established in 2010 by design principal Rebecca Forrester, with a belief that great residential design should begin with a genuine understanding of the people who call it home.

For more than 16 years, Green Ink has been creating thoughtfully considered new homes, renovations and additions throughout Maitland, Newcastle, the Hunter Region and beyond. Every project begins by understanding how our clients live - their routines, priorities, aspirations and the things that simply aren't working in their current home.

Our approach combines creative design thinking with practical experience and detailed architectural documentation, guiding clients from their initial ideas through concept design, approvals and construction documentation. The result is a home that not only looks beautiful, but functions effortlessly and feels distinctly personal to the people who live there.

As a residential design studio, we place great importance on the relationships we build with our clients. Our process is personal, collaborative and carefully considered, giving you the confidence and guidance to make informed decisions throughout your design journey.

Because ultimately, we don't believe in designing houses. We design homes around the way people live.


 
 

About Rebecca Forrester

Rebecca Forrester founded Green Ink Design Studio in 2010, following seven years working within the design industry. With more than 20 years of experience in residential design, Rebecca brings a considered and highly personal approach to every project, grounded in a genuine understanding of how the spaces we live in can shape the way we experience everyday life.

Rebecca holds a Master of Architecture from Curtin University and a Bachelor of Design (Architecture) from the University of Newcastle. Her experience spans new homes, major renovations and alterations and additions, with much of Green Ink's work built on referrals from past clients, builders and industry professionals.

For Rebecca, great residential design begins well before the first line is drawn. It starts with listening - understanding how a family lives now, what isn't working, what matters most to them and how they want life in their new home to feel. This understanding becomes the foundation for a design that balances functionality, beauty and individuality.

As a mother of two and someone who has experienced renovating her own family home, Rebecca understands that a home is far more than a collection of rooms. It is where everyday routines unfold, families come together, friends are welcomed and memories are made. A thoughtfully designed home should make those moments easier and more enjoyable, while providing places to retreat, recharge and simply feel at home.

This philosophy is at the heart of Rebecca's approach. She works closely with each client throughout the design process, exploring possibilities, challenging assumptions and translating their needs and aspirations into spaces that feel distinctly their own.

For Rebecca, design isn't simply about creating a beautiful house. It's about creating a home that makes everyday life better.


Awards and Recognition

Finalist - 2025 HIA Hunter Housing, Kitchen & Bathroom Awards - Residential Design for La Quinta, East Maitland

Winner - The Australian Trades Small Business Champion Awards 2024 - Building Design

Finalist - The Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards 2024 - Professional Services

Winner - Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards 2023 - Professional Services.

Finalist - The Australian Small Business Champion Awards 2023 - Professional Services

Finalist - The Australian Small Business Women’s Champion Awards 2022 - Professional Services

Finalist - Hunter Valley Local Business Awards 2022 - Professional Services