CONTEMPORARY COASTAL LIFESTYLE

July 25, 2018.Reading time 8 minutes.

We were creating a home for someone else, so I was conscious not to put my personal stamp on the design, although we knew we wanted the homes to have a coastal feel because of the proximity to the water and the beautiful view.

BEHIND THE SCENES: Tips from our favourite Trades

October 25, 2017.Reading time 14 minutes.

By engaging KWD, our clients get access to an incredible bank of trades who come with a tried and tested resume of skill and expertise. So instead of having to search for a reputable painter, electrician, tiler, landscaper or flooring specialist, and getting quotes from at least three or four different businesses, they can trust KWD to put them in touch with the best operators in these fields. Our clients can trust their prices, their service, their knowledge and their integrity.

The Colour Story: 2018

September 27, 2017.Reading time 13 minutes.

We play close attention to the key colour predictors. Pantone is the world’s colour aficionado, and when they release their colour palettes for the year ahead, we always ensure we keep these in mind when creating briefs for our clients. And it seems that 2018 is looking bright!

So what is American Coastal style?

April 26, 2017.Reading time 8 minutes.

At KWD we are often asked to create a Hamptons style home. However there are misconceptions about this type of aesthetic. Hamptons style is often confused with American Coastal, so our first step at KWD is to drill down to work out what our client’s vision really looks like.

Gold Coast lifestyle, Hamptons style.

March 29, 2017.Reading time 7 minutes.

There’s so much to love about this home. I know the property really well, and it is very special. I have enjoyed wonderful holidays in this house with my children, friends and family, lying in the backyard in the sunshine, having a picnic on the lawn and drinking Moscow Mules (read on for the recipe…)

PRODUCT IN FOCUS: Memory Blocks

December 3, 2016.Reading time 4 minutes.

At KWD we love to promote products that are unique, timeless and beautifully crafted. Sid Dickens Memory Blocks are a stunning example of decorative design devoted to these three qualities. Lovingly handmade in Canada since 1994, Memory Blocks are the original three dimensional collectible wall plaques. Interactive and ageless, the collection captures pieces of […]

PROJECT:Little Avenue Des Italians, Melbourne

November 25, 2016.Reading time 2 minutes.

Funky cafe in Lt Bourke Street brings a piece of Italy to Melbourne.

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At KWD we look at a project holistically. The sum of all the parts make the whole story work, and it’s this unique approach that sets us apart. The KWD experience provides a streamlined process. We specify, source and supply all hard finishes as well as carpets, rugs, custom furniture and soft furnishings, and manage the procurement, warehousing, freight and quality so every project is worry free. We work closely with interior designers, architects, developers and home-owners, selecting the ideal flooring, designing the perfect joinery and choosing the right paint colours for a wide range of design aesthetics. From finding the perfect paving stones and pool tiles to offering landscaping advice, KWD manages the whole design process. One contact, one invoice and staged deliveries ensure peace of mind. KWD's extensive global network of manufacturers, importers, agents and local wholesalers ensures the selected products are always available. Key supply partners are chosen for their ability to fulfil each project requirement, while our contract negotiation skills will always provide the most outstanding pricing. We often engage architects, draftsmen, lighting designers and builders to complete the design process. We embrace a consultative approach and develop lasting relationships with each and every client. It’s what the KWD team knows and loves. “Design is not a thing we do. It’s our way of life.” Kate Walker

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