Design Notes

Practical answers to the questions I get asked most — kitchens, bathrooms, joinery, benchtops, and everything in between.

Written for Hawke's Bay homeowners who want to renovate with confidence.

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Why Verde Fiamma Marble is Perfect for Your Mid-Century Modern Kitchen

Laminate Benchtops Luxury Upgrade Rivals Engineered Stone

Quartz Vs. Granite Benchtops: Which Is The Best Choice For Your 2024 Kitchen?

Powder Room Trends We're Loving for 2024 and Beyond.

A kitchen with a white countertop, a bouquet of pink and white flowers in a brown vase, a window with black blinds, a white kettle on a stove, and decorative baskets hanging on the wall.

How Can You Make The Interior Design Process Easier With 3D Renders?

Lighting Solutions for Modern Barns and cosy cottage Living Spaces

Does A Kitchen Renovation Require Council Consent, And How Do I Find This Out?

Custom Joinery For Mudrooms: Combining Style And Function

The Role of Detailed Plans in Coordinating with Sub-Trades

Modern kitchen with a concrete island, white cabinets, and marble backsplash, adjacent to a staircase leading upstairs.

Benchtop Details for Creating a Coastal Kitchen Design that’s timeless and Beach-Inspired

White farmhouse sink with a stainless steel faucet and handles in a white kitchen with marble countertop.
Modern bathroom with two oval mirrors, black walls, gold accents, marble countertop, rolled black and white towels, and a vase with yellow flowers.
Modern kitchen with white cabinetry, marble backsplash, and marble countertops, featuring a built-in gas stove and a sink with a chrome faucet.

Are Engineered Stone Benchtops Worth the Money for Your New kitchen?