Designer Look
Osaka
Nobody does a Zen interior style like the Japanese and we’re here for it.
This palette combines clean uncluttered lines, perfectly imperfect surfaces and a carefully balanced colour palette – all grounded in a connection to nature. Osaka seeks a calm, connected, balanced body and mind.
Inspired by
Clean LINES
Minimalist
Textured
Warmth
COSY
Our curated materials for a Japanese Minimalist home
Here you’ll find our hand-selected materials from NZ retailers to create a cohesive Japanese minimalism home. We’ve chosen affordable products, some with the added flexibility of splurge and save options for your budget.
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This light, lovely tile mimics limestone with its soft, chalky colour and sedimentary rock look. Reminiscent of traditional Japanese wall plaster, the natural texture on the surface looks as if it has been left to weather the elements.
Your price: $55 m2 (retail $64 m2)
Size: 600mm x 600mm
Finish: Matt
Material: Glazed porcelain
Usage: Floors and walls
PEI rating: 4
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This flooring has no stain – just a natural clear seal locking in the natural beauty of raw oak. Left in its pure colour and form it gives the feeling of being up close with nature for those wanting a calming, zen interior.
Formats:
Regular plank 190 x 15mm
Your price: $135 m2 (retail $155 m2)
Wide plank 240mm x 15mm
Your price: $155 m2 (retail $185 m2)
Herringbone & Chevron
Your price: $155 m2 (retail $185 m2)
Material: 15mm genuine oak
Core: Plantation eucalypt plywood
Finish: Ultra matt
Locking system: Tongue & groove
Length: 2200mm
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Splurge Option
The subtle decorative linear pattern in this textured loop carpet reminds us of Japanese tatami mats. The tonal palette is inspired by ever-changing landscapes and is designed to work in both casual or traditional interior settings.
Your price: $108 (retail $129)
Style: Multi level loop
Fibre: New Zealand wool
Protection: stain resistance
Save Option
The creamy colour of fossilised stone, this cut pile carpet is great value for money, has fade resistance, stain resistance and can withstand the hustle and bustle of a busy home.
Your price: $73.60 (retail $84.50)
Style: Cut pile twist
Fibre: Solution dyed nylon
Protection: Stain resistance, Stainguard
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This ‘aged’ white visually warm a room without appearing too yellow making it the perfect complement to earthy interiors.
Price: From $35 (500ml)
This smoky grey green can be used as a feature colour on cabinetry, furniture or as a wall paint to add a calm wash of colour that helps to bring out natural timber and stone tones.
Price: From $35 (500ml)
The dark black is meant for small accents only, and can be used to upcycle small pieces of furniture and accessories like photo frames, or let it simply inspire the use of black in other purchases like lighting.
Price: From $35 (500ml)
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The smooth textured surface and glazed appearance of these tiles add an artisan look to kitchens and bathrooms, in a soothing sage green.
Your price: $115 m2 (retail $127 m2)
Size: 7.5cm x 30cm
Finish: Gloss
Material: Glazed ceramic
Usage: Walls
Receive interior samples of our recommended products delivered to your doorstep. You will then get to experience the textures, look and feel up close to decide what you would like to proceed with.
Order Sample Pack
How it Works
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Explore the links below to get a feel for the products.
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Add samples to your cart and check out.
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Receive samples and choose what you want to order.
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Use the ‘Next Steps’ email to connect with the suppliers and order.
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If you need an installer, connect with the experts the suppliers recommend.
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Once your installation is complete tag us in pics so we can feature your transformed space! #theinterioredit
This kitchen plan has been professionally designed to achieve the Osaka look in your home, saving you time, stress, decision fatigue and helping to streamline your kitchen renovation process.
These plans have been created for a standard NZ size home and a mid-range budget. You’ll need to find a local kitchen manufacturer to make your kitchen who will adapt the measurements to perfectly fit your space, and can suggest similar products to get the look should you want to spend more or less (this will be an additional cost to these plans).
This set of plans includes:
Renders (a 3D visualisation of the kitchen)
Plan view (a floorplan from above)
Elevations (side views & measurements)
A product schedule of all recommended items
Two island design options to choose from
Done for you kitchen plans
Discover our ready made kitchen plans and finishes based off our OSAKA look.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Once your samples have been sent, you’ll receive an email detailing next steps. This will have the contact details of each supplier so you can get in touch directly to order.
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Contact the suppliers listed on the ‘Next Steps’ email and they’ll be able to give you all the information you require.
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You buy your chosen product directly off the supplier. Once you’ve chosen the product you want, the transaction will be made as normal through the supplier just like you would with a regular order.
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Luckily our suppliers have nationwide stores or installers that can help. Ask the supplier for a measure and they’ll be able to put you in touch with a qualified person in your area.
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We’ve covered the bases with all our looks, but we also understand each home has different requirements from floor levels to the feel you like underfoot. If there’s a product you’d like an alternative for, ask the supplier and they’ll be happy to help suggest one.
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We don’t have a showroom but many of our suppliers do. Once you’ve received your sample find your nearest supplier showroom or contact them for more information.
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We are an Auckland based company, we dispatch our products from many locations not necessarily Auckland.
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