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A new one level home built by the owners on a country site comprised of four bedrooms, three bathrooms, one powder room, two living areas and a generous kitchen with a substantial scullery.

Exterior colours were selected to sit within the lush garden surroundings.

The interior brief was to create a modern elegant country home.

High-angled ceilings allowed the house to have a strong kitchen island top and splashback of black and gold granite with dark oak cabinetry.

Stone basins were selected for the bathrooms and were specific to the wall and floor tiling.

The wallpapers introduced layers of texture to key rooms. The paint scheme was kept to a earthy neutral and colour was introduced by way of the custom designed furnishings.

A Catherine Martin rug bought a rich gold element into the family room.

Specific light fittings were selected for their suitability in key rooms.

Photography by Mark Scowen & Larnie Nicolson

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Founded in 2003 by Auckland based Interior Designer, Helen Wilcock, Design Spec is a full-service Interior Design company with an exceptional reputation for creating beautiful, enduring interiors.  

Our work has been recognised in both NZ and Australia, receiving multiple industry commendations, including finalist nominations from several prestigious design competitions, and featuring in leading industry publications and consumer magazines.

We understand that designing a home is an intimate and personal experience that transforms our clients' homes and, ultimately, their lives. That is why our clients' desires, needs and goals sit at the heart of our design process. Given the scale, size and scope of the project we collaborate to achieve a stunning result that's true to brief and within budgetary and style frameworks.

We know that good quality design is timeless and this is the standard we bring to every project we undertake. We draw on our extensive experience, industry knowledge and network to provide you with a home that is tailored to your vision, with comfort and elegance.

  • 2016 – Commended, Australasian Dulux Colour Awards - Residential
  • 2015 -  Highly Commended, NZ House & Garden - Room of the Year (Kitchen)
  • 2014 – Finalist, NZ House & Garden - Room of the Year (Living Room)
  • 2012 – Commended, Australasian Dulux Colour Awards - Residential
  • 2012 - Finalist, Australasian Dulux Colour Awards - Commercial
  • 2010 – Finalist, Australasian Dulux Colour Awards - Residential