At Design by Artisan, we believe great design should never be limited by budget. That’s why we’re excited to collaborate with Evolve500 Fitout Finance, specialists in helping businesses bring their design vision to life through smart, flexible finance solutions. Together, we make it easier for business owners to invest in quality design without compromising on style or functionality.
When you’re designing a new space, whether it’s a café, clinic, retail store, or office, the creative vision is the exciting part. Choosing finishes, lighting, joinery, and that perfect balance of function and style transforms a blank canvas into a brand experience.
But let’s be real: the numbers can hit hard. Fit-outs are expensive, and paying for everything upfront can drain your working capital before you’ve even opened your doors. That’s where smart finance comes in.
The real cost of a great fit-out
Most business owners underestimate the total cost of a fit-out. It’s rarely just paint and furniture. By the time you include joinery, lighting, flooring, electrical work, furniture, signage, compliance, and equipment, even modest spaces can easily exceed expectations.
That’s why we believe great design shouldn’t be compromised by short-term cash flow. A well-designed space adds measurable value to your business, improving workflow, brand perception, and customer experience, and that investment should be financed like any other business asset.
What fit-out finance actually covers
Fit-out finance isn’t just for tradies or construction firms.
At Evolve500, we specialise in funding complete fit-out projects, including:
- Joinery, cabinetry and furniture
- Lighting, electrical, and flooring
- Signage and technology
- Kitchen, café, or medical equipment
- Professional fees including design, project management, and installation
We work alongside design firms like Design by Artisan to ensure finance is structured around your project stages, from concept and approval to final installation, so your funding moves with your build.
Why cash flow matters more than ever
Most businesses make the mistake of paying for their fit-out out of pocket. They dip into savings, use overdrafts, or lean on credit cards and then wonder why their cash flow feels tight for months after opening.
Using fit-out finance allows you to:
- Preserve working capital for marketing, staffing, and growth
- Pay for your new space over time, usually three to five years
- Fund your project in stages so trades get paid on schedule
- Start earning revenue before the fit-out is fully paid off
In other words, you let your new space start paying for itself.
Design + finance = a smoother project
When your designer and finance partner work together early, everyone wins.
- Designers get clear budget parameters and can make confident recommendations.
- Business owners know what’s affordable and what’s worth stretching for.
- Projects run smoother because funds are available when needed, with no delays or awkward phone calls about invoices.
At Evolve500, we regularly collaborate with interior designers and project managers to make sure funding aligns with milestones so every creative detail gets delivered without stress.
A practical example
Let’s say you’re fitting out a café. Your design team has created a stunning concept that reflects your brand perfectly, with custom counters, pendant lighting, warm timbers, and great acoustics.
Instead of spending $150,000 cash up front, you finance it over four or five years. You open sooner, preserve your cash for stock and staffing, and the repayments come from your daily trade, not your savings.
That’s smart business.
The bottom line
A well-designed space isn’t an expense, it’s an investment.
When you pair thoughtful design from Design by Artisan with structured finance from Evolve500 Fit-Out Finance, you get the best of both worlds: a beautiful, functional space and a business that stays financially healthy.
Designing a new space should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why we’ve partnered with Evolve500 Fitout Finance to help you turn your vision into reality with confidence and ease.
Whether you’re opening a café, clinic, or retail store, you can now access both expert design guidance and flexible finance support in one seamless experience.
Start your project today
Your business deserves a space that inspires success. With Design by Artisan’s design expertise and Evolve500 Fitout Finance’s tailored funding solutions, you can achieve a professional, high-quality fit-out without compromising your cash flow.
📞 Contact Evolve500 Finance:
Website: https://evolve500.com.au/fit-out/
Email: sharon@evolve500.com.au
Phone: 0433 210 353
To begin your project, book your Initial Consultation via the link in our bio or visit our website. Together, we’ll bring your vision and your investment to life.