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Contemporary elegance with relaxed sophistication encompassed the brief for this family home in rural Te Awamutu.

The home is situated perfectly to capture the sensational views across the surrounding farmland towards both Mt Kakapuku and Mt Pirongia. The main structure of the build is with a rendered finish on concrete block with wall to wall and floor to ceiling windows and exposed lacquered steel framing throughout the home.  Natural light floods every part of the home, and the surrounding landscape provides a truly stunning rural vista from every window.  With the use of Tasmanian oak flooring throughout the main living areas, along with carpet in the TV lounge, bedrooms and kids wing, as well as extensive seamless kwila decking around the house exterior, together help to anchor the interior of the home to the outside, preparing it for the inside/outside flow of family life.

Using a variety of textures in the soft furnishing details and furniture inside and outside have meant that both the indoor and outdoor living areas have become relaxed and comfortable amidst the concrete, steel and glass structures of the home.  All of the aspects of the homes creation have created a relaxed yet sophisticated family residence, that can adapt to the changes of a growing family and stand the test of time.

Julia Empson Interior Design & Styling
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About the
Professional

“Fill your home with the things that you love, that reflect who you are and tell your story.”

I love to help people create spaces in their home that are both aesthetically beautiful as well as functional. These two elements are the most important things to consider, I believe, when embarking on your home interior design and styling projects. The third essential element is to find "your style" so that the finished result reflects who you are.

Everyone has a style, and that is where I come in… In my consultation process with you, we will discuss what your vision is for your home interior project, whether it is a new home build, home renovation or a styling makeover of a particular living space.  Together we will create a plan and work out the steps to bring your home projects vision to reality.

I work with a wide range of suppliers that provide various styles of furniture, fabrics, window ware, wallpapers, lighting, art and home styling treasures.  We can work through the selection process together where you can choose from the wide range that is available.

Come and visit with me in my design studio today and let’s start your home interior design & styling project journey together.