Backhouse

Domestic Bliss.
A stylish kitchen in a beautifully designed Ponsonby, Auckland home featuring the Lambert & Fils Silo wall light.
The Silo 2WC is a study in quiet geometry—two elegant forms casting a warm, sculptural glow. Refined yet expressive, its pared-back silhouette brings a sense of balance, softness, and understated character to the wall.

Comfort is an essential part of everyday life. Designed by Philippe Starck for Kartell, the BONHEUR DU JOUR armchair is created with this idea in mind.

Its clean, defined lines are balanced by a soft and welcoming shape. The generous proportions gently embrace the body, providing a deep sense of comfort and relaxation.

More than just a chair, BONHEUR DU JOUR is an invitation to pause, relax and enjoy a moment of tranquillity, where thoughtful design and functionality come together.

Originally designed in 1974, the Limit Lounge Chair by Normann Copenhagen is an elegant expression of restraint and enduring design. Its sculptural simplicity is defined by two slender steel rails and a suspended textile seat, creating an almost weightless silhouette that offers a surprisingly generous sense of comfort. Rooted in the philosophy that less can be more, Limit transforms material economy into quiet sophistication—a timeless piece where refined proportions, considered construction and effortless comfort come together.
Details in bio.

Vineyard House
Set amongst the vineyards of Hawke’s Bay, this architecturally designed home by Clarkson Architects combines strong forms, natural materials and a warm, considered palette.
The Kartell Kabuki Floor Lamp by Ferruccio Laviani adds a playful touch of colour. Its sculptural, lace-like form contrasts with the clean architectural lines, while the transparent green finish catches the natural light and subtly connects the interior to the vineyard beyond.
Credits:
Architecture: Simon Clarkson 
Image: hazelredmond_ 
Featured Lighting: Kabuki Floor Lamp by Kartell, designed by Ferruccio Laviani

We enjoyed collaborating with Warren and Mahoney Architects on the refurbishment of the apartment-level lobby within Wellington’s heritage-listed Odlins Building.
The design carefully balances the building’s architectural character with a refined contemporary sensibility. Timber panelled walls are complemented by a considered collection of art, while our locally made JWB Armchairs, paired with the Slow Oval Coffee Table by Stellar Works, introduce warmth, texture, and a sense of understated comfort to the shared space.

There’s also a pleasing connection to the building’s history. In the late 1940s, Backhouse was purchasing timber from C.A. Odlins — a small but meaningful link between our own material history and the building we’ve now had the opportunity to contribute to.

A full-circle story, brought into the present.

Refined Approach.
The Normann Copenhagen Bell Lights bring a soft, sculptural presence to this elegant kitchen and dining space designed by Shaun Cothill of thestudiostill. Their generously rounded forms and warm sand colour create a beautiful contrast against the tactile wood, veined marble and refined cabinetry, while their generous scale gives the room a strong architectural focal point.
Paired above the table, the Bell Lights add an inviting sense of symmetry and intimacy without overwhelming this beautifully detailed space.
Credit: thestudiostill

Towai
Sképski Studio Auckland
The gentle rhythm of nature is at its best in this sun-filled Auckland courtyard.
Towai, an original 1940s home, has been transformed into a contemporary, inviting and engaging family home, with a seamless connection to the outdoor entertaining area and garden.
From early morning through to late evening, this outdoor sanctuary offers a welcoming, calm and lush green oasis.
Our Feelgood Design C603 chairs pair beautifully with the Urban Solid Teak Table, complementing the relaxed elegance of this outdoor sanctuary.
Sképsi Studio is an interior architecture and residential design practice based in Auckland, New Zealand, founded by designer Erini Compton. The studio focuses on creating thoughtful, sensory-rich spaces that leave a lasting, positive impact on the people who experience them.
Photograph: David Straight

A statement in light.
There is a quiet paradox in its presence:
substantial, yet ethereal;
industrial, yet unmistakably poetic.
By day it is sculpture.
By night it becomes atmosphere,
less an object than a conversation between darkness and detail.
Kabuki designed by Ferruccio Laviani for Kartell Official

Openness and Shelter
The M House by Ponting Fitzgerald Architects.
Set amongst the rolling countryside of Martinborough, this holiday home is surrounded by a young olive grove that now produces exceptional olive oil under the owners’ beautifully understated M brand. Framed by wide skies, open paddocks and neat rows of silver-green olive trees, it’s a place that feels deeply connected to the landscape.
The handcrafted Utility chairs and stools by Stellar Works complement the understated luxury and calm atmosphere of this exceptional home.
Please see link in bio for more details on this inspiring project.
Credit: Ponting Fitzgerald Architects
Photography Jeff Brass

Introducing the Circus Pouf by Normann Copenhagen in the stunning new Moss Green velour.
A sophisticated reinterpretation of the traditionalMoroccan leather pouf, Circus balances sculptural form with clean, architectural lines. Wrapped in sumptuous velour, its soft, inviting presence is beautifully contrasted by a refined minimalist silhouette.
An effortlessly elegant accent, designed to bring depth, texture and timeless style to any interior.