Marlene Hudson Design

Services Available

• Residential + commercial projects
• Project management + project assistance
• Kitchen + bathroom design
• Colours for interior/exterior
• Spatial planning
• 3d drawings
• Conceptual design
• Supply of furniture + furnishings
• Bespoke cushions + headboards + bedware
• Broad range of fabric + wallpaper collections
• Design of window treatments + custom made blinds + shutters

COLOURS AND FINISHES FOR BOTH INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR
With so many choices available it can be quite overwhelming. That's where we come in. We can assist with the selection of all your finishes and fittings for your interior and exterior.
We have invested in building great relationships with suppliers to give us confidence that we can recommend the best solution for your project and have the technical backing if needed. We know what's available, what works and what doesn't so we won't overwhelm you with a multitude of options.

KITCHEN DESIGN
A well planned kitchen is a pleasure to use. Detailing and designing your new kitchen falls outside your architect's scope and not every joiner has a design eye. That's where we can help you and working with one design company for all your interior requirements eliminates the unwanted pressure of last minute decisions that may be needed by your builder.

BATHROOM DESIGN
It goes without saying that we use the bathroom to clean ourselves, but what we also need to be reminded of, is that while we use this space we want it to be enjoyable and we have all heard horror stories of damage caused in bathrooms. Spatially in these compact spaces it's vital that the correct amount of space is allocated for human movement in order for the room to be truly functional.

Detailing and designing your new bathroom falls outside your architect's scope and whilst you may have the best plumber on the job, they may not have design skills. That's where we can help you and working with one design company for all your bathroom requirements eliminates any chance of decisions falling through the gaps.

FURNITURE AND WINDOW TREATMENT
Whether it’s one room or a whole house that needs updating – trust us to select the furnishings, wallpaper, window treatments and accessories to create spaces that reflect your style and enhance your home. You may have furniture or other key pieces that need to be incorporated into the design that we can work with when making recommendations.

We have invested time into establishing strong relationships with a number of quality NZ manufacturers and suppliers from which to source the right fabrics, wallpapers, blinds, shutters, chairs, tables and sofas from to provide you a unique look.

Window treatments often require special attention. Consideration of the size, shape and orientation to sun, and how best to achieve installation, are all essential to creating the right solution. We consider each space, your style, your budget and the existing finishes to ensure we create rooms that you’ll love to come home to

FULL DESIGN SERVICE
Getting the best quality job means you should hire the best people. You can sit back and enjoy the progress with minimal stress. Our complete design service transforms ideas and dreams into reality. You have the option to retain our services to manage the project implementation, which means meet with contractors on site to give direction on what needs to be done and monitor their work, ensuring a quality finish. We can then also manage the flow of information to and from you.

Design is an evolutionary process, developing from a set of client driven objectives. The initial stage of any project includes meetings to discuss needs, confirmation of a brief, gathering information that focuses on the project, developing and refining the potential concepts through to working drawings and visiting furniture manufacturers.

We also liaise with other consultants to make sure the suggestions we are making on specific fittings and finishes will work within the overall design from a construction perspective, not just aesthetically, before proposing them to you.

Once we have finalised the project scope and objectives with you, we seek quotes from suppliers and trades in order to gain an understanding of the projected cost versus budget.

Our philosophy is to work openly and collaboratively with all other parties involved in your project from the outset. In our experience this results in a successful outcome every time.

Having a solid concept on how to transform a space is the foundation to every great project. 

We build layers of materials and fittings that intertwine together to tell a story of your life and aesthetic. 

Our detailed drawings ensure that tradespeople executing the project understand the details / decisions you have made with our guidance. 

Design concepts are created in photo realistic renders with the colours, materials recommended to help provide confidence to commit to the next phase

Investing in the right type of treatment for your windows means you can control light, heat and privacy.

Using the correct option and materials will ensure this investment will last decades.

Not all fabrics are made with the same quality checks - we deal with reputable suppliers to ensure we/you can be confident with your decision.

We have selected NZ manufacturers and importers as our partners to supply products that are fit for purpose, have quality finishes for durability to give our clients peace of mind.

Our technical knowledge and practical experience enables us to guide you with options that look at making sure functionality and aesthetics are both a priority.

Smart design not only saves money/mistakes it also ensures when the project is completed you will have spaces that work for your lifestyle.

Every detail is considered and curated for the people who live at that address.