Our Team

  • Nick Vasi - Project Director

    Customer service, communication and quality epitomise Nick’s role at Elevate. A degree qualified project manager, Nick’s understanding of the construction industry positions him perfectly to ensure projects are carefully considered from inception to completion.

    Having managed some of Melbourne’s most iconic projects, (incl. Flinders Street Station, Carlton Baths, Epworth Hospital) Nick's experience is second to none.

    As can be expected of his role, Nick is exceptionally organised and approaches all that he does with the utmost care and diligence. Nick is driven by the detail and always has a project’s best interests at heart.

  • Emma Vasi - Creative Director

    From humble beginnings, today Elevate Studio provides designs for large scale high-end residences all over Australia. Emma and her team work with architects and our in-house contractors to bring the distinct visions seen in her work to life. Light filled rooms, colourful textiles, natural elements, earthy textures, and brushed metals, are the elements that define the Elevate style and can always distinguish an Elevate designed home.

    Emma leads the charge in our sister business, VASI as well as managing all buying and creative direction at Elevate. Emma currently lives in Melbourne with her husband and business partner Nick, and their son Andre.

  • Maddison Linehan - Senior Stylist

    A qualified Interior Designer & Stylist, Maddison projects manages the property styling department with a keen eye.

    Leading our styling dream team – Maddison transforms every project into something of beauty. Her keen eye for detail and flair for creativity is inspiring to witness. Highly organised by nature, Maddison’s projects are executed to perfection.

    Maddison lives in the Inner North West with her partner James & enjoys spending time with friends and family outside of work.

  • Ana Brocas-Reti - Studio Manager

    Ana is a manager by nature – hence why we call her the studio “mum-ager”. Her extensive background in administration and office management brings a wealth of knowledge to keeping the studio organised and on point! She understands the end game, and is a lifeline for the team to get there.

    Her background in processes, procedures, human resources, and general management has been a huge asset to the growing business and team.

  • Dave Stelato - Leading Hand

    Nick’s right hand man, Dave is Elevate’s secret weapon. Dave co-ordinates our trade team and ensures all property maintenance is completed on time.

    Our success and client satisfaction is a testament to Dave’s willingness to problem solve and get the job done.

  • Sam Kaplan - Logistics Manager

    With his extensive experience in logistics and customer service, Sam ensures our warehouse is always running smoothly. An exceptional leader and team player, Sam manages our in house team of removalists and junior stylists, ensuring our projects are executed without a hitch.

  • Indah Parna - Stylist

    Elevate's resident organisational wizard, Indah is the backbone of our styling department.

    A stylist through and through, Indah’s keen eye for detail coupled with her can-do attitude is a recipe for success. Indah ensures our projects are executed smoothly and promptly, and is Maiddison’s right hand on and off site.

  • Caleb Spackman - Logistics

    A team player, Caleb’s can-do attitude makes him a joy to have around the studio. Helping co-ordinate our styling installations and removals, Caleb takes care with our clients homes to ensure everything happens without a hitch.

    Caleb enjoys spending his weekends at the footy oval or camping in the great outdoors.

  • Zana Puketapu - Lead Buyer

    Zana looks after curating our stock purchasing at Elevate. She is also an integral part of our interior design team at VASI.

    Originally from New Zealand, Zana is passionate about the environment and our impact as designers. Her interest in sustainable interiors and passion for all things creative started at an early age, driving her to pursue a career in Interior Design.