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An inner-city house becomes a calming oasis in a busy city

Our clients loved the indoor/outdoor flow, sunshine and space of this Auckland weatherboard house but felt uninspired by its interior style. The goal was to create a comfortable home combining the coastal and vintage style that they both loved.

A soft blue green flora and fauna fabric became the focal point for the design, providing an instant colour palette for the rest of the house. Walls were painted in cool shades of green and blue to complement the sandstone tones of existing flooring, while coastal style furniture was chosen to work in with treasured vintage pieces.

The outcome was an inner city haven with the gorgeous colours of a tropical paradise - a home that the owners love to return to.

“We moved into our house about 12 months ago. We really loved what our house offered in terms of compactness, outdoor/indoor flow and sunshine. However, we struggled to connect with our house fully given the interiors. Sandy has helped us to create a home that we now love wholeheartedly. She has amazing vision and very skilfully helped us to find solutions that would work for both my husband and I (given our differing tastes!). We both felt attended to. She also does a really good job of challenging/pushing you outside your comfort zone to consider new
possibilities. I also really value Sandy’s commitment, hard work and passion to deliver a product you will love. Highly recommend her as an interior designer.”

D for Design - Interior design
Wellington
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D for Design Interior Design

Welcome to D for Design Interior Design, where timeless elegance meets functionality and comfort. Located on the beautiful Kapiti Coast, we cater to the Wellington region and extend our services throughout New Zealand. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we combine our expertise in interior design with a keen understanding of your individual needs and desires.

At D for Design, we believe that a well-designed living space should be more than just visually appealing. It should be a sanctuary that engages the senses and touches the soul. We are dedicated to creating exquisite living spaces that are a true reflection of your personal style and aspirations. We understand the power of collaboration and work closely with you throughout the entire design process to ensure that every aspect of your home is tailored to perfection.

Whether you are looking to transform your entire home or enhance a specific room, we are here to turn your vision into reality. Our design approach revolves around creating spaces that are not only elegant and sophisticated but also inviting and functional. We believe that a well-designed home should be a place where you can relax, unwind, and truly be yourself. From selecting the finest materials to curating the perfect colour palette, we pay meticulous attention to every detail. We have an impeccable eye for balance, proportion, and harmony, ensuring that every element in your space seamlessly comes together to create a cohesive and stunning result.

As your trusted interior design partner, we are committed to delivering exceptional quality and craftsmanship. We collaborate with a network of skilled artisans and craftsmen who share our passion for excellence, ensuring that every aspect of your project is executed with the utmost precision and care.

We invite you to explore our portfolio and get inspired by our previous projects. Whether you prefer a contemporary aesthetic or a more traditional design, we have the expertise to bring your dreams to life.

Our expansive list of services to meet all your interior design needs.

  • Concept design
  • Interior style specification
  • Spatial planning
  • Reviewing architectural plans
  • Interior and exterior colour advice
  • Flooring and wall specification
  • Kitchen, bathroom and laundry design
  • Window treatments (curtains, blinds, shutters)
  • Specification of furniture, furnishings, lighting and accessories
  • Bespoke furniture, art, interiors
  • Custom-designed furniture and joinery
  • Reupholstery
  • Sourcing and buying
  • Art selection
  • Interior décor and styling