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Design services
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be. is a Tauranga interior design studio offering a full range of interior, kitchen and bathroom design services, tailored to your specific needs, project and budget. Whether it’s one or two rooms or an entire house, we are here to help you feel confident and excited about creating a home you love.  We also offer a Mini Design Session for those simply seeking a second opinion, guidance on a few key decisions, or wishing to explore the possibilities.

01

Design 

  • Full home interior design

  • Kitchen & bathroom design (NKBA Accredited)

  • Floor plan review & optimisation

  • Spatial planning & furniture layout

  • Bespoke cabinetry design (such as laundries, vanities, display cabinets, etc)

02

Selections & Specification

  • Fixtures, fittings and material selection

  • Colour palettes and finish specifications

  • Lighting design and electrical planning

  • Furniture and soft furnishing selections

03

Technical Documentation

  • Floor plan & spatial layouts

  • Cabinetry drawings and elevations

  • Lighting and electrical plans

  • Specifications and schedules

04

Collaboration & Project Support

  • Collaboration with architects, builders and trades

  • Site visits and design support

  • Procurement and supplier coordination

The be. Design Method


Our clear, step-by-step design process brings clarity and confidence to what can otherwise feel like an intimidating and stressful experience.  By involving the right people early, anticipating potential challenges and guiding you through each decision, we make the journey more enjoyable and ensure the finished home reflects your vision, priorities and the way you want to live.

STEP ONE

Understand

We begin with a detailed consultation to understand your lifestyle, priorities and how you want your home to feel and function. 

STEP TWO

Define

We establish a clear design direction for your home, considering both the aesthetic and practical requirements of your space. For new builds and renovations, this may include working alongside your architect to identify opportunities and optimise the design.

STEP THREE

Development

We refine the design through layouts, finishes, fixtures, fittings and furnishings. 3D visualisations help you see the design come together and make decisions with confidence.

STEP FOUR

Technical Documentation

Detailed drawings, plans and schedules are prepared to ensure your design can be accurately priced, built and executed.

STEP FIVE

Deliver

We work closely with builders and contractors throughout the project, with regular site visits to ensure the work stays aligned with the design intent.

STEP SIX

Complete

We review the finished project, resolve any final details and hand over a home that’s ready to be lived in and enjoyed.

Why use an
interior designer?

Renovating or building a home involves extensive research, weighing up options and making countless decisions — each with potential implications that may not be immediately apparent. Without the right guidance, the process can quickly become overwhelming and stressful.

At be., our role is to bring clarity to that complexity. We demystify the building process and help you understand not only your options, but the implications of each decision. We consider how spaces function and connect, how materials and finishes will perform, how small details will be constructed, and how each choice may affect another - as well as the cost implications of these choices.  By resolving decisions early, we help you move into construction with greater clarity and confidence.

We work closely with you, your architect, builder, subcontractors and suppliers throughout the project, helping translate industry jargon, solve problems that arise (which they always do), focus on the small details and ensure the thinking behind the design is carried through from initial concept to your finished home.

Mini Design
Session

CLARITY FOR YOUR NEXT STEP

For those who feel overwhelmed and seek guidance or advice with product selection or the process. We review your plans, explain what to expect from the building process, provide checklists, suggest building partners and answer any questions you may have.

01 1.5 HOUR
CONSULT
02 EXPERT
GUIDANCE
03 PRACTICAL
NEXT STEPS
$250
for 1.5 hours
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