Step by step
The stakes can be high when it comes to an interior design project, so it’s easy to become overwhelmed. Nicola Manning Design has the answer.
For many homeowners, the idea of renovating or building is exciting, until the decisions start piling up. Which layout works best? Which finishes will last? How do you keep track of the budget and timeline while juggling everyday life? The process can quickly become exhausting.
That’s where Nicola Manning Design comes in. A luxury interior design studio based in Auckland, it’s recognised for its award-winning work across New Zealand.
With more than 20 years of experience in residential design, Nicola and her team specialise in guiding clients through every stage of the process. Her full- service approach covers it all: from initial concept and space planning to sourcing, procurement and final styling. “The goal is simple,” says Nicola. “To remove the overwhelm so clients can focus on the creative decisions they enjoy.”
What makes Nicola Manning Design unique is the clarity of its structured programme. Each step of the journey is planned so that clients always know what’s next, Nicola explains. Budgets and timelines are monitored closely, and trusted builders, craftspeople and suppliers are brought together to deliver the highest quality outcomes.
“Each stage, from concept design to detailed development, procurement and final styling is clearly mapped out, so there are no surprises. We manage budgets, timelines and hundreds of tiny details in the background, allowing our clients to enjoy the design process without the stress,” she says.
The result? Interiors that look effortless but are deeply considered, balancing practicality with a timeless aesthetic. For Nicola, success is measured not just by how a home looks, but by how seamlessly it works for the people who live there.
“At the end of each project, clients can walk through their door, take a deep breath, and know they are truly home.”
