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Michael Murray Studio

Michael Murray Studio

About

Michael Murray Studio is an Auckland-based high end interior design practice creating calm, contemporary spaces grounded in natural materials and thoughtful detail. Working across kitchens, bathrooms, and full residential projects throughout New Zealand, the studio focuses on honest craftsmanship and quiet luxury — design that feels timeless rather than trend-driven. Each project balances function and emotion, helping clients remove the noise of daily life and return to something slower, softer, and deeply personal.

As a full-service designer and supplier, Michael Murray Studio manages every stage — from concept and spatial planning to material specification and installation. Design fees start from $4,000 NZD + GST for a kitchen design and extend up to $30,000 NZD + GST for a full home design scope of approximately 1,000 m², with each proposal tailored to the project’s scope, pace, and level of detail. 

Whether reimagining an inner-city apartment or a coastal retreat, Michael Murray Studio brings a refined yet approachable sensibility to every interior.

"Our spaces have the power to influence our mood and state of mind. It is my passion to create environments which people feel connected to. I see space as visual representation of personal expression".

Michael has been within the design industry many years and holds a Bachelor's Degree in Design from AUT & Diploma in Kitchen Design from the National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NKBA).

​Michael’s creativity has been recognized throughout his career with a number of Awards (National Kitchen & Bathroom Awards + Tida Trends Awards).

  • TIDA Trends Awards Winner, Highley Commended 2022
  • NKBA Kitchen Distinction Award: 25 - 40k Winner, 2021
  • NKBA Kitchen Distinction Award Under 25k Runner Up, 2020
  • NKBA Highly Commended Student Award, 2019
  • NKBA Waikato Chapter Recognition Winner, 2018
  • NKBA Kitchen Distinction up to 25k Winner, 2018
  • NKBA Certified Designer Society Winner, 2018

Meet the team

Michael Murray
Michael Murray
Member

Awards and recognition

2018
NKBA
Waikato Chapter Recognition
2018
NKBA
Kitchen Distinction
2018
NKBA
CDS Scholarship
2019
NKBA
Student Highly Commended

Michael Murray Studio
Michael Murray Studio
Michael Murray Studio

Testimonials

Michael is a genuine professional, providing beautiful design and functional intelligence. We have worked with Michael on many projects. His commitment to his clients, attention to detail and commitment to ensuring the project runs smoothly, is second to none

Grant Harford E-stone Technology

Forward thinking and innovative designs! Michael was a pleasure to work with. He has his own signature style of design, which was great to collaborate with.

Kevana Naidoo

Michael listened to our needs, our wants and our budget requirements and presented us with a stunning designer kitchen which is in complete empathy with adjacent dining and living spaces while having its own individual wow factor. Our kitchen is a talking point with everyone who see's it and we just love it!

Michael is a wonderfully talented, skillful and positive professional whom we found a delight to work with throughout the entire process.

D & B Lovejoy

Michael was fantastic he came to site looked at the area listen to what we had to say. He went away and came up with a fantastic design we are very pleased with it. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you Michael and we will be using your services again.

Anonymous

Michael Murray Studio
Michael Murray Studio

Kitchen & Bathroom Designers