The Church

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Commendation – 2012, Dulux Australasian award (Exterior colour scheme).

Built between 1860-1880 this Kauri Church escaped demolition in 1991 and became a popular residential home attracting creative owners.

The Church’s previous colour scheme of apricot, blue and maroon alluded to the bygone hippy era of the 1970’s

Needing a new coat of paint gave the opportunity to create an updated colour scheme.

Inspired by the surrounding garden and rustic nature of the church the scheme evolved. Eight paint colours in total including a modern green for the main body of the Church were applied. The front door was a custom colour named “Church Green” a lush olive with yellow overtones.

Inside a dark grey velvet modular sofa sitting on a rich coloured rug of reds, oranges and grey bought warmth to the interior.

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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