NEWSLETTER SPRING 2008

Welcome to the Limited Editions Spring 2008 newsletter

The Story of a Project

The beauty of being an interior designer is that every day and every project is different. Our days are full of endless opportunities for creativity and problem solving, which make life enjoyable and stimulating.

However, every now and then a standout project comes along - one that really allows us to make a huge difference. Earlier this year Limited Editions completed just such a project and we thought we would share this with you.

Our client had purchased a penthouse apartment built in the early 70’s. It was in its original state and looking very tired. Our brief was to redesign the space and make it into a thoroughly modern home. Our client also wanted a state of the art sound system throughout, which needed to be discreetly stored, a cook's kitchen, a room for her craft hobbies as well as storage.

Here are several 'before' and 'after' photos

Bathroom 'before'	Bathroom 'after'	Living area 'before'	Living area 'after'

Kitchen 'before'	Kitchen 'after'

As you can see, kitchen space has been incorporated into the spacious redesigned living space which now takes advantage of the panoramic views over the hills, city and harbour.

Although the new kitchen has almost its original footprint careful planning ensured that it houses everything our client requested from easy access corners to wide soft closing drawers and workable bench and serving areas.

Housing our client's loved collection of Lladro was a critical part of the brief. Custom designed and built joinery in the hall provide storage to display the Lladro and to cleverly hide Soundline’s home entertainment system as well.

This project clearly illustrates the benefits to be gained from using a professional interior designer. Limited Editions is the only residential interior design company in Wellington which offers a complete range of design services in house.

Our designers work together as a team which ensures that the spatial design and the more decorative elements are considered together. We also make sure that the finishing touches are under our control.

Installation of furniture and furnishings is often done by contractors working on a contract rate. At Limited Editions, Tom Silcock, who is a member of our team, is in charge of all installations and he does not leave until the job is right. It makes all the difference.

We will leave the last word to our client:

“What a project – a 70’s apartment needing a complete makeover – and a significant down sizing challenge for the owner. Only one thing to do, call in the Dream Team from Limited Editions. What can I say – Frances and Claire were amazing – they listened, they understood my wants/needs/budget constraints – what was negotiable and what was not – delivered an outstanding interior design, including a brilliant kitchen, a sublime colour scheme which is so easy to live with - they introduced top performing tradespeople – from cabinet makers, floor layers, carpet layers, painters – not a detail was overlooked – and all delivered on schedule. A 100% satisfied customer!!!”

If you would like to discuss a project with us, please contact us on 04 473 4220 or email clairedrake@limitededitions.co.nz.

With best regards
Claire and all the Limited Editions team