A timeless family home, Auckland, New Zealand
By James Dunlop Textiles
An Auckland home inspired by French provincial barns is the forever home for a busy close knit family. A modern yet timeless new build, the home by Creative Arch was designed for relaxing and entertaining and a place where memories are made daily.
“We wanted to create a warm, rich vibe, so the fabrics we selected are all highly textured, layering earthy tones with hits of bush-inspired greens”
A busy family with three teenagers, they sought the help of Kirsten Ford Design to create a warm and inviting feel - a contemporary take on timeless, lasting design.
Kirsten and her team developed an overall vision and style direction for the sprawling home to ensure continuity of the modern and timeless aesthetic. Finishes, furniture and furnishings were sourced to create a warm, modern aesthetic, with timeless appeal. Included in the design was custom furniture, using locally-crafted pieces wherever possible.
The linen-look window treatments featured throughout the home are Mokum Shoji. They work to soften the strong architectural lines of the home - and filter the sunshine streaming in the generous windows. Window seats in Mokum Tanami are functional with a chunky natural aesthetic and superior performance attributes.
The living space includes swivel chairs in a wool blend upholstery by James Dunlop MacKenzie and a bespoke upholstered sofa in Mokum Coco that offers a plush chenille look.
In the dining area, chairs and bar stools are covered in James Dunlop Rhodes, a heavy-duty upholstery in 50% polyester that provides a robust solution for high traffic areas.
The bedrooms take cues from the individual personalities of each family member. From soft and feminine to a hunting lodge feel. The master bedroom features a custom velvet headboard in Mokum Bespoke for a luxurious feel.
The palette is inspired by the amazing views of native greenery which surround this home. Fern greens, punga trunks, rusty lichens and rough bark translate to warmly textured timbered floors, rich greens, black accents, all layered against crisp whites.
“We wanted to create a warm, rich vibe, so the fabrics we selected are all highly textured, layering earthy tones with hints of bush-inspired greens” says Kirsten.
The end result is a lasting design, a home with its own unique personality with loads of warmth, charm and functional style. The spaces are beautiful and livable for all the family to enjoy.
Designer: Kirsten Ford DesignPhotography: Hanson & Daughters
Products used:
Curtains - Mokum Shoji
Swivel chairs - James Dunlop MacKenzie
Sofa - Mokum Coco
Dining chairs & bar stools - James Dunlop Rhodes
Window seats - Mokum Tanami
Master headboard - Mokum Bespoke
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James Dunlop Textiles is a wholesale supplier for the furniture trade. Please contact your nearest retailer to specify our products or contact us to open a trade account.
We’ve developed a deep-seated knowledge of interior textiles in our 110-year history. We’re interested in different ways of living, and we’re constantly exploring what fabrics can bring to people’s lives. And life has always informed what we do.
We believe in fabrics that have a unique viewpoint, born from a curiosity about the world. Fabrics with a sense of purpose. Fabrics that are crafted with passion, and embrace the lives spent on and around them. Fabric that spans trends, generations and cultures. The fabric of life.
Our Story
James Dunlop Textiles was founded in 1907 in the bustling port of Dunedin, New Zealand as a supplier of European fabric to retailers. From a dynasty of Freemen and textile merchants based in the Scottish countryside close to the border of Northern England, a commitment to quality design and performance ensured longevity for company and product alike.
Over a century later, the fourth generation Dunlop family governs this innovative design-based organisation across the Asia- Pacific region. With a strong focus on sustainable textile excellence, coupled with world-class logistics and service, the company enjoys industry accolades and support from a wide base of global retail and interior design customers.
“We are proud of our history and legacy; delivering excellence and a sustainable future to the textile industry. We are passionate about quality fabrics, and have been for a very long time.”
Design Studios
James Dunlop Textiles has three design studios – Sydney, Auckland & Melbourne. By virtue of their locations, these studios have important access to two of our key markets and the ability to explore and forecast design trends.
Bursting with creativity, the studios and their team's research, develop and customise fabric and wallpaper from conception to market entry. Their ability to work with international suppliers and view textiles within the greater design context provides an essential service to the company and our customers.
At James Dunlop Textiles we are interested in different ways of living. We’re constantly exploring what fabric can bring to people’s life. We view the world through a uniquely Australasian lens, so in designing and curating our collections we look both outwards and inwards.
Being on-trend is compulsory, but as important to us is being relevant to the environmental and situational usage that our fabrics will be exposed to. Whether it Christchurch, Canberra or California, our textiles have been purposely designed to perform and look great.
Our Culture
We’re a people business and we’re relationship-driven. Our suppliers, and most importantly our customers like to know that our people care and are passionate about the product and level of service they provide.
We have a fabulous team of talented individuals who work together at all levels to achieve the vision and goals of James Dunlop Textiles.
Our success stems from a genuine passion for product and a desire to exceed customer expectations at all levels.
At a glance:
- 10 showrooms in Australia and New Zealand
- 175 employees worldwide
- 5000 active customers
- Exporting to 15 countries daily
- Sourcing product from 28 countries
- 11 kilometres of shelving in our warehouse
- 50,000 metres of fabric dispatched per week
- ArchiPro Member since2020
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