Elmira Avenue

Written By Samuel Whitburn

Location

Palmerston North

Completion Date

Unrealised Concept

Services

Interior Design

Our clients tasked us with a large renovation of their beloved home - one that speaks to the heritage of the home while also incorporating a modern flare.

Our clients tasked us with a large renovation of their beloved home - one that speaks to the heritage of the home while also incorporating a modern flare. To achieve such a feat, we embarked on a journey of careful craftsmanship, creating custom joinery pieces that not only optimise functionality and space but also serve as a creative expression of the fusion between heritage and modern. 

As guests make their way through the home, they will find a fun surprise - a ‘wow’ powder room that was designed to spark conversation and leave an impression. With its innovative features and quirks, this powder room demonstrates how a small space can be transformed to punch well above its weight. 

But the heart of the home lies within the master suite, carefully crafted to be a true retreat—a sanctuary where comfort meets luxury. 

The use of a dark wall colour helps create a sense of calm within the master bedroom that is softened by the curved window seat and sheer curtains, the perfect place to escape with a book or cup of tea.

Nestled on the top story of the home is a space designed with their daughter in mind. A private haven, this space was designed to be aesthetically pleasing and functional while remaining cost-effective. Creative solutions were utilised to ensure a welcoming space for their daughter without straining the budget.

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