Rural Refinery

Working closely with a strong architectural vision, we set out to create a functional, welcoming home for our hardworking, down-to-earth clients. Their dream was to return to New Zealand and give their family the kind of upbringing they themselves had cherished—and this home was designed to make that vision a reality. Leaning into a rural palette of chocolate timber floors, stained cedar walls throughout. Maximising the spaced with good bathroom storage and spaces with impact to support furniture pieces that were collected from their time in the East. Leaning into a rural-inspired palette, the home features rich chocolate timber floors and stained cedar walls throughout, creating warmth and depth. Spaces were carefully planned to maximise functionality, with well-considered bathroom storage and areas designed to provide impact—perfectly complementing the treasured furniture pieces collected during the family’s time in the East.