Comforting classic

Our client was going through several major life events including a change of relationship status and a health crisis in the months prior to the 2020 Covid-19 lockdown.
This influenced our design proposal to focus on creating a warm, nurturing, and homely environment, while remaining practical and timeless, and suited to family life. We wanted to support physical and emotional wellbeing.
The ceilings are painted a warm undertone as opposed to a stark white which creates a glow throughout the home.
As our client loves to bake and decorate cakes for her family and friends, which is also a form of self-care, we combined multiple colours, and textures in this open-plan kitchen so the heart of the home encourages creativity.
We used “Porters – Polo” in the games room knowing that shades of blue represent strength, reliability, and dependability, as this room is where family and friends come together to make new memories in this challenging time.
A sage green palette was chosen for the bathrooms to reflect the main colour seen in nature. This colour evokes a feeling of abundance, balance and harmony, resonating with this family’s journey and focus for health between the body and mind.
In the bedrooms, we sought to create a nurturing oasis for each person and balance between light and shade. The teenage boy’s room utilises the colour “Black” to create a masculine male haven, while the teenage girl’s room utilises warm white and soft textures to create a peaceful and feminine retreat. In the master bedroom, we combined patterns, fabrics, and neutral colours to create a zen, calming space.
The overall effect is a nurturing and calming home tailored to the bespoke needs of this family, while remaining timeless and elegant.
Photography: Tracey Scott Photography














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We are dedicated to helping clients express themselves within their homes and workplaces. We believe that the right materials and colors can transform any space into a joyful and welcoming environment.
We love what we do and work collaboratively with clients and suppliers to achieve dreams and goals. We never lose sight of the fact that the journey should be enjoyable. Our approach is down-to-earth; we communicate openly, respect your time, and strive to delight you with a selection of options to choose from. We document agreed decisions to ensure no one is relying on memory and follow up on deliveries to keep projects moving forward. Additionally, we serve as your point of contact for trades to clarify details during site works.
Based in the Central North Island, we can easily travel around the North Island to your site location. We are also open to working on projects in the South Island when the opportunity arises.
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