Marylou Cafaro is a leading trend forecaster, interior designer and building industry authority with more than 35 years’ experience consulting to innovative Australian manufacturers, suppliers, builders and retailers. She specialises in colour and product design through the analysis and interpretation of key market trends and consumer preferences. Marylou is also a TV presenter and judge on Australia by Design and author of Trendjournal.

Marylou’s expertise in forecasting future directions is reflected in her projects, enabling her to create dynamic retail, exhibition and residential interiors – ensuring product development is design-led and in tune with market needs.

As Lead Designer of polytec’s Product Development Team, Marylou has been instrumental in the design and development of unique colours and finishes such as Woodmatt, Legato, Venette, Ravine, Smooth and Matera, ensuring the market is utilising materials which are robust, timeless and sophisticated. Marylou is committed to enhancing decorative surfaces for the Australian lifestyle, highlighting the importance of longevity with quality and style that creates a new journey towards sustainable design.