Terms of Service Last updated: 18th May 2026
Business name: House of Meade Pty Ltd T/as styled by Alessandra Meade
ABN: 48 689 784 334
Website: alessandrameade.com
Contact: styled@alessandrameade.com
Welcome to House of Meade Pty Ltd, These Terms of Service govern your use of our website and any services, consultations, proposals, bookings, styling packages, hire arrangements, or other services provided by us.
By accessing our website, submitting an enquiry, accepting a proposal, booking a consultation, or engaging our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. About Us
styled by Alessandra Meade provides property styling, staging, interiors, design consultation, furniture and décor hire coordination, styling advice, and related services.
Our services may include, but are not limited to:
Property styling for sale campaigns
Full or partial home staging
Interior styling consultations
Furniture, artwork, linen, décor and accessory hire
Styling plans, mood boards, schedules and recommendations
Installation, styling, pack-down and coordination services
Supplier, trade, delivery or hire coordination where required
2. Website Use
The content on this website is provided for general information and promotional purposes only. While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, we do not guarantee that all website content is complete, current, or free from errors.
You agree not to use this website:
For any unlawful purpose
To copy, reproduce, or misuse our content
To interfere with the website’s operation or security
To submit false, misleading, or harmful information
To attempt to access restricted areas of the website
We may update, suspend, or remove website content at any time without notice.
3. Enquiries and Consultations
Submitting an enquiry through our website does not create a binding agreement between you and us.
A booking, consultation, styling package, or project is only confirmed once we have issued written confirmation, a proposal, invoice, or agreement and any required deposit or payment has been received.
Consultations are based on the information provided by you at the time of booking. Any advice given is general styling, design, or presentation guidance and may need to be adapted depending on property condition, budget, availability, timeline, access, and supplier constraints.
4. Quotes and Proposals
All quotes and proposals are valid for the period stated in the quote. If no validity period is stated, the quote is valid for 7 days from the date of issue.
Quotes may be subject to change if:
The project scope changes
The property condition, access, or layout differs from the information provided
Additional rooms, areas, furniture, décor, labour, transport, or installation are required
Supplier or hire costs change
The timeline is shortened or extended
Additional site visits, revisions, or coordination are requested
A quote is not confirmed until accepted in writing and any required deposit or booking fee has been paid.
5. Payments
Payment terms will be set out in your invoice, quote, or proposal.
Unless otherwise agreed in writing:
Deposits or booking fees are required to secure your project date
Final payment must be made before installation, styling, delivery, or commencement of services
Late payments may result in delays, suspension of services, cancellation of bookings, or recovery of outstanding amounts
Any bank fees, payment processing fees, or dishonour fees may be passed on to the client where applicable
All prices are stated in Australian dollars. Prices may be inclusive or exclusive of GST depending on the wording of the quote or invoice.
6. Cancellations and Rescheduling
If you need to cancel or reschedule a booking, you must notify us in writing as soon as possible.
Cancellation or rescheduling fees may apply where:
Work has already commenced
Stock, furniture, décor, trades, transport, or suppliers have been booked
We have reserved dates and declined other work
A project is cancelled within a short timeframe before installation or consultation
External hire, delivery, or supplier fees have already been incurred
Deposits, booking fees, consultation fees, sourcing fees, and administrative fees may be non-refundable where work has already been undertaken or dates have been secured.
We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule a service due to circumstances beyond our control, including illness, unsafe site conditions, weather events, supplier delays, vehicle issues, access issues, or other operational disruptions.
7. Property Styling and Hire Items
Where furniture, décor, artwork, linen, rugs, plants, accessories, or styling items are supplied, hired, or coordinated for a project, those items remain the property of the relevant owner, hire company, supplier, or [Business Name].
You agree to ensure that all styling and hire items are:
Kept clean, safe, and secure
Not used for personal living unless agreed in writing
Not moved, removed, altered, or relocated without permission
Not exposed to pets, smoking, food damage, water damage, excessive sunlight, weather, mould, or misuse
Returned in the same condition as supplied, allowing for fair wear and tear
You may be responsible for replacement, repair, cleaning, or damage costs where items are lost, stolen, damaged, marked, broken, misused, or not returned.
8. Site Access and Property Readiness
You are responsible for ensuring that the property is ready for our services before the agreed date.
This may include:
Providing clear access to the property
Ensuring lifts, stairs, parking, loading zones, or keys are available
Removing unwanted furniture or personal belongings where required
Ensuring the property is clean and safe
Completing repairs, painting, gardening, cleaning, electrical work, pest control, or trade work before installation
Notifying us of access limitations, building rules, body corporate requirements, pets, hazards, or restricted areas
If a property is not ready, additional fees may apply for delays, waiting time, extra labour, rescheduling, storage, re-delivery, or additional site visits.
9. Client Responsibilities
You agree to provide accurate and timely information, including property details, floor plans, access instructions, photographs, deadlines, agent details, campaign dates, and any relevant restrictions.
You are responsible for obtaining any permissions required for the project, including approvals from property owners, tenants, agents, building managers, body corporate representatives, or other relevant parties.
We are not responsible for delays, additional costs, or reduced outcomes caused by incomplete information, restricted access, late approvals, or changes requested by you or third parties.
10. Third-Party Suppliers
We may recommend, coordinate, or engage third-party suppliers such as furniture hire companies, removalists, delivery teams, cleaners, trades, photographers, florists, gardeners, or other service providers.
Unless otherwise stated, third-party suppliers operate independently and are responsible for their own work, pricing, availability, terms, insurance, and performance.
We are not liable for loss, delay, damage, or additional costs caused by third-party suppliers, except where required by law.
11. Styling Outcomes
We aim to provide professional, considered, and commercially appropriate styling recommendations and services. However, we do not guarantee:
A specific sale price
A specific buyer response
A specific number of enquiries
A faster sale
A particular valuation outcome
That every item requested will be available
That the final result will exactly match inspiration images, mood boards, or reference images
Styling outcomes depend on many factors beyond our control, including property condition, market conditions, pricing strategy, photography, agent performance, buyer preferences, location, seasonality, and campaign strategy.
12. Intellectual Property
All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, branding, layouts, service descriptions, proposals, styling concepts, mood boards, documents, checklists, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to [Business Name], unless otherwise stated.
You must not copy, reproduce, distribute, adapt, sell, publish, or use our intellectual property without written permission.
Where we create custom materials for you, such as styling plans, schedules, recommendations, or proposal documents, these are provided for your personal or project-specific use only and must not be shared, reproduced, or used for another project without permission.
13. Photography and Marketing
Unless you request otherwise in writing, we may photograph or record completed styling work for portfolio, website, social media, marketing, educational, or promotional purposes.
We will take reasonable care not to publish private, personal, confidential, or identifying information without permission.
If professional photography is arranged by you, your agent, or a third party, you must ensure that we are permitted to use selected images of our styling work for promotional purposes, where possible.
14. Website Links
Our website may contain links to third-party websites, platforms, products, or services. These links are provided for convenience only.
We do not control and are not responsible for the content, policies, accuracy, availability, or practices of third-party websites.
15. Privacy
We may collect personal information when you contact us, submit an enquiry, book a consultation, request a quote, subscribe to updates, or engage our services.
Personal information may include your name, email address, phone number, property address, project details, billing information, and communication history.
We will handle personal information in accordance with applicable privacy laws and our Privacy Policy, where required. In Australia, personal information generally means information or an opinion that identifies, or could reasonably identify, an individual.
You should publish a separate Privacy Policy if your website collects personal information through enquiry forms, analytics, mailing lists, booking forms, or client communications. The OAIC states that organisations covered by the Privacy Act must have a privacy policy explaining how personal information is handled.
16. Australian Consumer Law
Nothing in these Terms excludes, restricts, or modifies any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable law.
Under the Australian Consumer Law, consumers have certain rights called consumer guarantees when buying products or services. Businesses must not mislead consumers about these rights, and remedies may be required where services do not meet the applicable guarantees.
To the maximum extent permitted by law, our liability is limited to the resupply of the services, payment of the cost of having the services supplied again, or another remedy required by law.
17. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or economic loss, including loss of profit, loss of opportunity, loss of sale, loss of goodwill, or loss caused by delays, supplier issues, market conditions, or third-party actions.
We are not responsible for damage, loss, or delay caused by:
Incorrect or incomplete information provided by you
Site access issues
Unsafe or unsuitable property conditions
Third-party suppliers
Weather events or natural disasters
Market conditions
Buyer behaviour
Agent or campaign decisions
Changes requested after approval
Events outside our reasonable control
Nothing in this clause limits your rights under Australian Consumer Law.
18. Indemnity
You agree to indemnify us against any loss, damage, claim, cost, or expense arising from:
Your breach of these Terms
Damage to hire items or supplied items
Unsafe property conditions
Incorrect information provided by you
Unauthorised use of our intellectual property
Claims made by third parties due to your actions, omissions, or instructions
19. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on our website with the revised date.
By continuing to use our website or services after changes are published, you accept the updated Terms.
20. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland, Australia.
Any dispute arising in connection with these Terms or our services will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of Queensland, Australia.
21. Contact
For questions about these Terms, please contact:
styled by Alessandra Meade
Email: styled@alessandrameade.com
Phone: 0424 747 290
ABN: 48 689 784 334
