TRANSFORMING 'OLD'
INTO 'GOLD&NEW'
STUDIO GOLD & NEW
New Zealand based Interior Design Studio with a European background, passionate about creating contemporary and timeless spaces.
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Found on the believe that every space has the potential to be transformed into something extraordinary, combining European design expertise and conceptual thinking with New Zealand practicality.
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Our philosophy:
The name 'Gold&New' reflects our core mission: We are passionate about taking existing spaces ('old') and transform them into something precious and contemporary ('Gold&New'). We believe every space has potential, whether it's creating a dream home for family living or maximising value for property sale.​
Why Choose Studio Gold&New?
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We set ourselves apart in the world of interior design.
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• We are the first to offer the service to maximise property investment through property transformations - Strategic design solutions to maximise property value for sale or rental.
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• European Background and Training - With formal qualifications as a registered Interior Architect in the Netherlands. Bringing sophisticated European design sensibilities and conceptual thinking to New Zealand homes.
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• Direct Trade Management - Working directly with tradespeople to maintain quality control and reduce costs.
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• Real Estate Expertise - Unique combination of Interior Design and Real Estate knowledge to maximise property value.
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• 15+ Years experience - From the Netherlands to New Zealand​
OUR SERVICES
Comprehensive Interior Design solutions tailored to your unique needs and vision.
Our Interior Design Journeys are designed to offer you a well rounded Journey in Transforming your Interior. Whether you are looking for; complete Interior Design Projects, virtually in your own time or choose from our Itemised Interior Design Services. We are here to help in your Interior Design Journey.
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Additionally, we are the first business to offer a specific service for property transformations for the purpose of sale or rental with our combined experience of Interior Design and Real Estate.
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For all our services we start with our Discovery Consultation to understanding your vision, needs, and budget through an in-depth consultation process.​​
INTERIOR DESIGN JOURNEY
Complete renovations and Interior redesign of existing homes to maximise potential and create stunning living spaces.
MAXIMISE YOUR INVESTMENT
Strategic design solutions to maximise property value for sale or rental, combining interior design with real estate experience.
ITEMISED DESIGN SERVICES
If you need freedom to work remotely and/or in your own time with a professional Interior Designer.
DESIGN PROCESS
A clear, transparent approach that ensures exceptional results from concept to completion.
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Discovery Consultation
& Site Visit
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Concept
Design
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Design &
Documents
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Project
Planning
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Installation
& Styling
We start with understanding your vision, needs, and budget through and in-depth consultation process.​
We create detailed design concepts and present them with clear visual representation.
Our Full and Final design is presented in a clear and transparent way with including every design aspect you had envisioned.
We manage every aspect of implementation, working directly with tradespeople for cost control.​
The final touches that transform your space into your dream home.​
Founder of Studio Gold & New
021 275 2900
With formal qualifications and graduated as a registered Interior Architect in the Netherlands, Susanne brings sophisticated European design sensibilities and conceptual thinking to New Zealand Homes. Susanne moved to New Zealand in 2013 and worked mostly in Real Estate in Wellington and Auckland. Susanne owned her own Property Management business from 2018 until 2024 until she fully moved to get back into the interior design space with Studio Gold&New.
"Working on the unique personality of each project is a delight. Interior design lets me work with all aspects that I love from creating clear processes and expectations to delivering full design transformations trough design, implementation and final styling. Offering Design solutions for people to enjoy their homes and offering design solutions to maximise property investment, brings a totally different Design Journey. I love these different Journeys of Design!"
FEATURED PROJECTS
Discover our latest transformations showcasing the Journey from Old to Gold&New
THE RIVERVIEW RESIDENCE
Full renovation on 1950's home that sold successfully in October 2024 in Auckland.
LYNDTHURST NURSERY
Contemporary, playful and Modern Nursery Design with a Scandinavian-inspired aesthetic. And soft Safari theme in the background.
RESIDENCE TRANSFORMATION
Home remodel with strong Scandinavian and modern European influences on this ground level.
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Through her years of experience Susanne has build a solid reputation that makes the foundation for Studio Gold&New. To see more testimonials, a list of google reviews and/or if you wish to leave a google review, please click here.
LATEST UPDATES
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April 2025
The International Furniture and Accessories Exhibition is featuring again in Milan. Every year they display the latest, most appropriate aesthetic, decorative and material solutions in Interior Design. The next one will be from 21-26 April 2026 and we hope to be there!
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February 2025
Discover the journey of Studio Gold & New and gain inspiration and valuable tips for transforming your space into a masterpiece that reflects your personal style and preferences. Be the first to witness the unveiling of our innovative designs that redefine the ease of transforming space.
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March 2025
We like to stay informed about the latest colour trends and upcoming trends.
The annual Dulux Colour Forecast is a collection of uplifting and soothing colours in response to recent periods of uncertainty.​
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