Nanette Cameron School of Interior Design

NCS is preparing for its annual Sydney Design tour with IDT Tours, traveling to Sydney during the first week of September with a full and varied itinerary. Yesterday, we met to take a deep dive into two inspiring Sydney design studios: Arent & Pyke and Alexander & Co, both significant influences in the Australian and New Zealand design scene.

Arent & Pyke is a multi-award-winning studio known for its focus on the "decorative arts" and its ability to create soulful, character-filled residential spaces that prioritise emotional connection and unique color palettes. Alexander & Co. is a multidisciplinary firm acclaimed for its highly detailed and craft-driven approach across residential and commercial projects, often characterised by a sophisticated, tectonic materiality and spatial intelligence.

The class reimagined the details of a chosen project, using the wide selection of samples from trade suppliers at Residium, to create moodboards critiquing the design principles and tools used in the projects.

We are counting down the days!

Images courtesy of Arent & Pyke.

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Interior Design Today Thursday: Molteni & Co

Thanks to Molteni & Co hosts Lucia and Suzanna for showing us through their beautiful new showroom.

The attention to detail is flawless, from the kitchen cabinetry to the custom upholstery to the details.

It is a great addition to the Auckland design scene, providing the ability to step into a little piece of Milan, right here in Parnell.

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Interior Design Today Tuesday: Visit to Celia Visser’s home and Handcrafted Modern 🏡

We were extremely fortunate to visit the home of Celia Visser to see her award-winning kitchen and bathrooms, and to hear about the renovation she and her husband carried out on their 1870's working man's cottage in Freemans Bay - it was meticulously planned and so beautifully thought out. All details were considered - the kitchen hidden behind Blum Revego doors, the kitchen island 'block' clad in Neolith sintered stone, the steel doors that open to the garden and let the light pour in, not to mention the stunning custom-made carpet and rug from SF Design, which Celia designed.

Thank you so much to Celia Visser for so kindly hosting us.

Then we went along to Handcrafted Modern on Ponsonby Rd, where we heard from Katrina and Sophie all about the beautiful hand-made crafts, homewares and art they stock in their serene shop - a stunning collection from makers both in NZ and around the world.

Thank you very much Handcrafted Modern for having us and the delicious morning tea!

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Interior Design Today Tuesday: Robertson Bathware 🛁

We had an excellent visit to the Robertson Bathware showroom this week.

Kirsten and Aaron were very generous with their time and knowledge regarding all things tap and bathroomware.

There is so much to see in their beautiful showroom and there was plenty of lively discussion regarding what we'd all like to see and experience in our bathrooms these days!

Thanks very much for hosting us.

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Interior Design Today Thursday: Seneca and Warwick 🛋️

We spent an inspiring morning exploring the world of textiles with two New Zealand-owned businesses.

The team at Seneca shared their expertise on the extensive range of European wallpaper and textile brands they import. Their collection features beautiful detailing, and their selection of ready-made cushions and bedlinen is ​very good. It was a pleasure to meet their knowledgeable team and the new owner.

We also visited Warwick, a family business established in 1985. They provided valuable insights into assessing the right textiles for specific purposes. Given the variety of weaves and compositions available, it was an excellent refresher on how to make the best selections for our projects.

Thank you to Paul and Libby for sharing their expertise and hosting us!

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Interior Design Today Tuesday: Residium

We were at Residum last week to discuss bathroom design - layouts, budgets, some practical considerations and timelines.

We finished with a hands-on exercise measuring out two bathroom floorplans 'in real life' - a great way to understand how a room might feel once built!

Thanks to Residium for hosting us 😊
Residium

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Interior Design Today Tuesday: Designsource and VidaSpace

We visited Designsource and heard all about their wonderful natural stone products, followed by VidaSpace, where we learned about their timber flooring and cabinetry options, as well as seeing their new ALT range.

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IDT Tour to Queenstown: Day 3

Our visit to Ayrburn was truly inspiring. The innovative design, the layers of texture, and the exceptional art collection were all very impressive. Stylish Alex Watts shared her design process and the thought process of bringing it all together.

Thank you to our wonderful host Emma, who provided great insight into the complex operations of the new development. The complex incorporates various food and beverage offerings, highlighting the local produce and vineyards. Winton have created a wonderful new hub for the community.

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Interior Design Today Tuesday: Kouzina Appliances, Morgan Cronin, and Bora ⭐

We had a great visit to the Kouzina Appliances showroom where we heard from the Bora team who have travelled from Italy and Australia, to showcase their kitchen appliances - in particular, their downdraft technology.

We then heard from multi-award winning kitchen designer Morgan Cronin of Cronin Kitchens who talked us through his design process. Morgan takes a meticulous and precise approach to kitchen design and along with his many years as a cabinet maker and designer, we see why he is in demand and wins so many awards!

Both Bora and Morgan have a passion for creating living spaces within the kitchen, so that family and friends can gather together to share food and enjoy each other’s company.

Thanks very much to Kouzina Appliances, Bora and Morgan Cronin for such an interesting and informative morning.

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