For me, great interior design goes far beyond aesthetics. It’s about how a space makes you feel- how it supports your daily life, encourages connection, creates a quiet sense of belonging, or stimulates and empowers. It’s about how it supports the rhythm of everyday life.
I have always been fascinated by the emotional impact of interiors and the way the different environments shape behaviour, mood and memory. This understanding sits at the heart of everything I create.
What gives me the greatest satisfaction is working closely with my clients to help them express their own individuality. I see each project as a collaboration, where ideas are refined and shaped into something deeply personal and entirely bespoke.
My aim is always to create spaces that feel effortless to live in, beautifully resolved in every detail and genuinely reflective of the people who call them home.
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your project in more detail. Please get in touch.
Joanne Godding
principal
27 years on, I still take the greatest pleasure in returning to my client’s home, after completion and seeing just how happy and content they are in their new space.
Our awards
2026 TIDA Highly commended Designer Kitchen
2026 TIDA Highly commended Designer Kitchen
2026 TIDA Highly commended Imported Kitchen
2025 TIDA Highly Commended NZ Kitchen Award
2024 TIDA Highly Commended NZ Kitchen Award
2024 TIDA Highly Commended NZ Bathroom Award
2023 TIDA Highly Commended NZ Bathroom Award
2022 TIDA Finalist in NZ Kitchen Award
2022 TIDA Highly Commended in NZ Kitchen Award
2021 TIDA Highly Commended Bathroom Awards
2021 TIDA Finalist Bathroom Awards
2019 TIDA Finalist Bathroom Awards
2019 TIDA Finalist Kitchen Design Awards
2017 TIDA Winner: Best Powder Room
2017 TIDA Highly Commended: Best Powder Room
2015 Houzz – Best of Houzz 2015
2014 NZ House & Garden Awards – WINNER Best Bedroom of the Year
2014 Houzz Best Bathroom Award
2013 Trends Top 30 New Zealand Kitchens
2013 Trends Top 30 New Zealand Bathrooms
2013 NKBA Bathroom designer of the year – Finalist
2013 NKBA Best Use of Small Space – Bathroom WINNER
2013 NKBA Best Drawing Standards – WINNER
2012 NKBA Finalist Best Bathroom
2012 NKBA Runner Up Auckland Regional Bathroom
2011 NKBA Finalist Best Traditional Kitchen
2010 NKBA Finalist Best Bathroom Design
2010 Winner People’s Choice Awards (Kitchen)
2006 NKBA Highly Commended Kitchen
2001 NKBA WINNER Best Kitchen Northern Region Multi Unit Dwelling
