WAINUI, AUCKLAND
WAINUI KITCHEN: NATURAL TEXTURE, FLOWING FORMS, FUNCTIONAL LIVING
This new home, designed for a social family, called for open, flowing spaces that reflected both the home’s exterior and the clients’ sophisticated interior style. The kitchen sits at the centre of it all, designed to feel connected to the surrounding living and dining areas, with a strong focus on natural materials and thoughtful detailing.
The curved island—finished in Genia architectural panelling—creates a soft, sculptural form that carries through to the booth-style dining nook, helping the two spaces flow as one. A seamless transition from the benchtop and window to the outdoor deck makes entertaining easy, whether it’s summer BBQs or casual family catch-ups.
The clients wanted a light, natural look with layered textures, and this came together through a combination of oak melamine cabinetry, white curved panelling, and Marble SaSaab benchtops. The palette is warm and tactile, with a relaxed elegance that feels both timeless and grounded.
Functionally, the space works just as hard as it looks. The layout allows multiple people to cook and prep at the same time, while kids can perch at the island or stay within view from the dining area, living room, or outside. The clients didn’t want a visible extractor or tall cabinetry interrupting the kitchen’s clean lines, so storage is tucked away in the pantry, and a rear riser was used behind the hob—its motor cleverly hidden in a corner pantry cupboard. Häfele oil inserts beside the oven keep everyday cooking essentials close at hand without adding visual clutter.
An arched walkway connects the kitchen to the pantry, creating a smooth, clutter-free transition. Inside, the finishes mirror the main kitchen, with floating shelves, bench space for the coffee machine and small appliances, and a Sage-toned roller door to keep everything out of sight but easy to reach.
This home is beautifully resolved from the moment you arrive, and the kitchen plays a key role in that. Designed to support daily living, social occasions, and everything in between, it’s a space that feels warm, refined, and truly lived in.
DESIGNER: Lauren Edwards, in collaboration with the client.
CABINETRY BY FLUID INTERIORS: KITCHEN, SCULLERY, LAUNDRY, DINING ROOM BANQUETTE SEATING, TV UNIT, BATHROOM VANITIES + WARDROBES
KITCHEN BENCHTOP: Honed Marble SaSaab – European Ceramics
CABINETRY: Aged Ash Melteca Puregrain, brass handle details
SPECIAL DETAILS: FLUID CUSTOM FLUTED CURVED ISLAND constructed with Genia architectural panelling
LOCATION: MILLDALE/WAINUI AUCKLAND
DATE: 2022
PHOTOGRAPHY: Jo Lanham
WESTMERE, AUCKLAND
A KITCHEN INSPIRED BY HOSPITALITY — CUSTOM CABINETRY BY FLUID INTERIORS
Inspired by sleek commercial kitchens, boutique hotels, and stylish bars and restaurants, this Westmere kitchen combines modern design with warm, natural textures. Fluid Interiors worked closely with our clients to design, manufacture, and install custom cabinetry that reflected their vision and lifestyle.
The clean lines and steel-framed glass scullery create a sophisticated yet inviting space, perfectly suited for family living and entertaining. The American oak cabinetry features elegant grain that contrasts beautifully against durable granite benchtops. Above the breakfast bar, bespoke shelving filled with greenery softens the linear architecture, adding a refreshing, organic touch.
One of the standout features is the undercover outdoor area. The custom-made cabinetry, crafted from rough sawn cedar matching the home’s exterior cladding, integrates effortlessly with the surroundings. It conceals practical elements like a wine fridge, bins, and storage for wine glasses, towels, and rugs — combining style and function in an outdoor entertaining haven.
KINFOLK LONGBAY, AUCKLAND
Kinfolk Café and Eatery – Long Bay | Bespoke Cabinetry by Fluid Interiors
Fluid Interiors proudly manufactured the custom cabinetry for Kinfolk Café and Eatery in Long Bay — a bright, welcoming space thoughtfully designed by Mille Interiors and expertly brought to life by TEAM Fitout.
Custom banquet seating in Oak and Walnut veneer offers hidden storage, while the counterfront, finished in 8mm Walnut Wave Flex panels with a tiled toe kick, adds subtle detail. Exterior ply seating clad in Vitex decking extends the warmth outdoors, and Prime Stone Calacatta Gold countertops bring a refined, tactile quality to the interior.
Designed to be enjoyed — whether for a coffee, a meal, or a quiet moment to unwind — this space is a testament to careful attention to detail and craftsmanship.
We’re proud to collaborate once again with TEAM Fitout, seeing our cabinetry play a key role in creating such a beautifully detailed and functional environment.
LONG BAY, AUCKLAND
MODERN KITCHEN DESIGN WITH FLUTED ISLAND AND SANT ANGELO GRANITE
This Long Bay kitchen renovation by Fluid Interiors demonstrates how premium materials and thoughtful cabinetry design can elevate a space. The result is a bold yet functional kitchen that perfectly balances aesthetics with practicality.
The hero of the space is the Sensa Sant Angelo Leathered Granite benchtop and splashback, known for its striking texture, deep tones, and dramatic veining. This bold stone sets the tone for the room and acts as the visual anchor of the kitchen.
Complementing the granite are custom cabinets in Melteca Classic Oak and Prime Dezigna White, offering a mix of natural warmth and crisp contrast. Together, these materials create a cohesive and inviting space that feels modern yet grounded.
A standout feature is the custom fluted curved island, constructed using Genia architectural panelling. This sculptural element softens the layout and enhances flow, turning the island into a functional centrepiece for entertaining and everyday living.
Brass accents, including Lo & Co handles and ABI Interiors tapware, introduce a refined warmth and tie in with the natural materials throughout. Integrated LED lighting brings everything to life, highlighting textures, enhancing functionality, and creating ambience across key areas.
From the kitchen and scullery to the laundry, study nook, and TV unit, this project reflects Fluid Interiors’ commitment to tailored cabinetry and timeless design.
