May 16

2014

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By Fi

In Fabric/Wallpaper, Furniture Sourcing, Interior Design

Finding the Perfect Fabric

The brief from my clients was to find the perfect fabric for these revitalised chairs. The chairs had evolved from dark varnished wood to this gorgeous french country look. Their new home was to be in a rural setting; the fabric needed to be invincible, to withstand children, their feet, their food, and of course the odd splash of red wine. Above all they needed to look fabulous. After visiting many fabric houses I found this outdoor fabric from Westbury in Parnell. As well as being able to withstand a fair amount of cleaning, the fabric looks fantastic – a perfect blend of French and New Zealand country.

Westbury is a trade only fabric house, so please do give me a call if you need help and inspiration with sourcing fabric for your upholstering of furniture, or curtains. As a Designer I have access to quality fabric houses, and their fabric ranges, so please do not hesitate if you need assistance.

May 14

2014

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By Fi

In Before & After Interiors & Exteriors, Cafes/Restaurants/Bars, Colour Consultant, Commercial Projects

Tags Colour Consultant Inspirational Colours Interior Designer Auckland

Before & After @ Longroom Bar in Ponsonby – Colour Consultant

THE LONGROOM – PONSONBY – The Colour Palette Specialist – Fiona Small

May 14

2014

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By Fi

In Cafes/Restaurants/Bars, Colour Consultant, Commercial Projects

Colour Consultant – La Dolce Caffe & Bar Interior

‘La Dolce Caffe & Bar’ in Apollo Drive, has been open for a while now, it has a great vibe. The depth of the dark chocolate/coffee colour I used plays well with the grey/green used in full strength and then half strength on the adjacent walls, and a warm but fresh white to bring it all together on the ceilings and doors. The owners chose the art work, and I think the pop of red works really well.

May 14

2014

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By Fi

In Colour Consultant, Colour Consultant Auckland, Commercial Projects, Exterior Colour Schemes

Cartune Ponsonby Exterior Colour Scheme

If you ever need competent mechanics – Cartune Auto Services in Ponsonby are fantastic.

Colour Consultant – Fiona Small – Sienna Design

May 13

2014

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By Fi

In Colour Consultant, Colour Consultant Auckland, Exterior Colour Schemes, Heritage Buildings

Tags Colour Consultant

Art Deco Exterior Colour Scheme

The coastal cues were inspiration for this landmark Art Deco building in Devonport’s Calliope Rd. Accented with peacock blue/greens the main body was painted with Dulux’s Pukaki Quarter, a very light grey/blue with an edge of green.

Colour Consultant – Fiona Small

Nov 17

2012

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By Fi

In Commercial Projects, Exterior Colour Schemes, Residential Developments

Tags Exterior Colour Schemes

Kensington Park Exterior Colour Schemes

The latest apartments and terrace houses are almost finished at Kensington Park in Orewa, north of Auckland. Inspired by the Plantation Style, this master-planned residential neighbourhood is very impressive. The architecture and colours are harmonious with its surroundings of bush and ocean. I have been working on the exterior colour schemes of this award winning development for over eighteen months now. It has been an enjoyable process to be part of a well considered, sustainable development like this one. I will keep you updated with each building as it is finished (and painted of course). The ongoing quality is evident in these stylish buildings which are surrounded by beautifully landscaped grounds.

Colour Consultant – Exterior Colour Schemes – Fiona Small – Sienna Design

Nov 03

2012

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By Fi

In Residential Developments

Tags Joinery Colours Residential Developments Roof Colours

Colour Consultant – Auckland

Over the last year I have been working on the exterior colours for these new houses in Lorenzo Way, Flat Bush, Auckland. They sold quickly, and the next street will be finished soon.