CONNECTING INDOORS TO OUTDOORS
Living Spaces
Focusing on bringing the outdoors in. Creating spaces that re-energise you from the busy world. New Zealand has the most beautiful landscapes, and while not everyone has access to an extended garden – small spaces can be equally beautiful and provide corners to relax, eat and unwind.
CONNECTING INDOORS TO OUTDOORS
Think built in barbecues, courtyard dining, and outdoor rooms with sofas and lighting. New technologies have resulted in an explosion of new outdoor porcelains for outdoor areas and hardwearing, textured and interesting fabrics for seating.
Working alongside landscape gardeners and lighting experts means whatever your needs, living spaces can complement and enhance family living and entertaining.
My vision is to provide a wrap around service of creating indoor/outdoor flow where the interior living room furnishings and outdoor spaces meet - a sanctuary where you live and unwind, and where the overall design performs for the people living there.
How we work together
Consultation
Meet with me – lets talk over coffee – free consult at your home or in studio·
A personalised design contract of timeline and fees will be prepared
Design
Visit to take measures / photos for reference and discuss any further ideas
Preparation of 3D concepts. We now have a good understanding of the vision and make any refinements
Presentation of final design and samples where sourced provided
Full Joinery documentation finalised
Final meeting / Handover of 3D Renders/Joinery Document / and any further sampling
Implementation
Quotes obtained and suppliers chosen and orders placed
Decide to project manage yourself, or bring me in to help you handle every detail of installation
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I can't wait to hear from you!
TESTIMONIALS
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“Maria designed our beautiful Arclinea kitchen which was made in Italy. From conception to install she was fully engaged in the project and was always willing to assist us when needed. Maria draws from years of experience in the design industry and this was reflective in our dealings with her. I would highly recommend Maria for any project!”
Lee and Glenn | Barrett Construction
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“We approached Maria initially to assist with the kitchen and laundry design for our new home. She was an absolute pleasure to work with and her knowledge and design flair also lead us to consult with her on our curtain fabrics, paint, and wallpaper selections. She is professional, approachable, knowledgeable and friendly and I would absolutely recommend consulting with her on your next design. We just love our new home and couldn’t have done it without Maria.”
Hayley Pragnell
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“Maria came around to my house and helped me reorganise my space after weeks of me trying to do it myself! We used all the furniture I had already and Maria suggested changes I would never have thought to make and that really made all the difference! She has such a keen eye for optimised use of space and can make a small space feel open and inviting - I LOVE my space and I highly recommend working with Maria, she is incredibly talented, communicative and thinks outside of the box - and she's a delight to be around!”
Petra
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“My husband and I have built and renovated quite a few houses over the years. Since the children have left home and we want to downsize we have bought a smaller section and will build a small house just for ourselves. I wanted this house to be our own unique style so we have bought Maria in to keep us focused and guide us in keeping the style that we really like. So far in 5 weeks we have our kitchen cabinets, bench tops,handles, glass for cabinets and tiles all sorted with gorgeous lights for over the breakfast bar, plus we have touch on carpet colours, Rugs, and wallpaper. The style is rustic farm yard with a modern twist, and something easy care, for a growing family (grandchildren and our large dog). Maria has been a sheer delight to work with. Her guidance, encouragement, fantastic ideas and calm personality has kept me on track. Which is not easy at times. I look forward to working and finishing the rest of the house with Maria as I couldn't do it without her help and support.”
Donna Barnes
