KidsCan, an inspiring charity dedicated to providing the essentials to Kiwi kids affected by poverty, engaged designer Christine Granger to create a design for their new reception area. With the children's playful spirits and innate connection to nature in mind, Christine brought a transformative design to life with a nearly 10 square meter moss wall in the centre of the space. Crafted from natural green flat moss in a singular colour, this feature wall radiates tranquility and wellbeing. To inspire even further, a seperate circular art frame was added to the space, contrasting the wall with a variety of moss species and green shades.

Christine envisioned exactly how she wanted the space to look after the renovation and crafted a detailed model to bring her vision to life. This, combined with a keen awareness of the budget and our contribution to the project, allowed us to tailor-make the perfect design for this significant area.

To honour the essence of history and resilience, a brass-coloured porthole, a relic from a World War I-era ship, was generously donated by Christine and found its place in the heart of the moss wall. To match this style, brass framing was created for both the circular art piece and the entirety of the moss wall. Tim Smith and his skilled team from Coastbuild NZ did an impeccable job crafting the framing and installing the entire project. 

The preserved moss not only captivates onlookers but also serves a practical purpose by enhancing acoustics and dampening noise, increasing the ambience within KidsCan's welcoming space. The fusion of nature, history and craftsmanship has transformed the aesthetics of the reception area, inviting conversation and fostering connections among staff, visitors and children.