Touch of class

Even with adroit architecture and a standout situation, a home is only as enjoyable to live in as the standard of interior design and level of finish that flows through the home.

The David Reid show home on the preceding pages features interior design by Maree Hynes Interiors. The company provided comprehensive design services, including sourcing flooring, tiles, and wallpaper as well as the furniture, paint, light fixtures, bedding, artwork, accessories and curtain and upholstery fabrics, says Hynes.

"My focus for this show home is an example of my approach to interior design in general," the designer says. "A sense of harmony is key, and I tend to follow an accent colour scheme throughout, using materials, textures and patterns in ways that link from room to room."

"Besides sourcing pieces and materials from around the country and overseas, I frequently have custom pieces created to complete a look," Hynes says. "This might be a padded headboard, as in this master bedroom, or drapes or blinds made from specific materials."

Hynes helps clients picture options through a chic new showroom and a mobile van that brings swatches and samples to their doorstep.

Every aspect of this home's interior design combines durable, easy-to-clean materials with a modern, plush aesthetic. The use of Feltex Whitby carpet in the colour Coal a cut-pile, hard twist, wool-rich floor covering in most areas continues the high-end mandate.

This Feltex carpet attracts a Residential Extra Heavy Duty rating that includes the hard-wearing Stairs performance grade, says Feltex marketing executive Rochelle Flint.

"The specification of this carpet for the David Reid show home reflects the interior designer's focus on life cycle, aesthetic impact, colour, texture, performance and price," says Flint. "A top-quality carpet is an investment that assures homeowners of continued warmth, durability and good looks well into the future.

"Whitby from Feltex offers a rich 80% wool and 20% nylon mix, giving this tufted carpet a thick commercial pile it was an appropriate selection for this rural family residence."

For further details on Maree Hynes Interiors, freephone 0800 439 463. Alternatively, visit the website: www.mareehynesinteriors.co.nz.

For more details on Feltex Carpets, freephone 0800 100 008. Website: www.feltexcarpets.co.nz.

Story by: Trendsideas