Bridget Foley Design

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Bridget Foley Design Interior Designer based in Wellington, with a studio in Auckland, New Zealand.

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https://linktr.ee/bridgetfoleydesign With a background in interior architecture and graduating as top student at Inchbald School of Design in London, Bridget brings a wealth of international experience to Bridget Foley Design. From five star hotels to residential design Bridget has worked with the best, alongside illustrious designers such as Justin Meath Baker, Sir Christopher Neville and Tom Bartlett - who is now works along side ‘Yoo Interiors’ group with Philippe Stark and Jade Jagger. Having spent ten years abroad, Bridget now brings her own style back to New Zealand where her projects to date range from private residences to retail spaces and a corporate box at Westpac Stadium.

Two kitchens designed and ready to be installed before Christmas! Busy times ahead!I love designing custom kitchens beca...
02/11/2026

Two kitchens designed and ready to be installed before Christmas! Busy times ahead!

I love designing custom kitchens because you get exactly what you want, both in terms of functionality and aesthetics, without being restricted by predetermined components or standard cabinetry.

These two couldn’t be more different.

The first is for an existing home, where the kitchen is currently being ripped out and will be replaced with a more classical look, featuring beautiful painted Shaker cabinetry.

The second is for a new coastal home with a lovely mid-century feel. I’ve designed every single piece of joinery throughout the house, with beautiful light oak timber veneer featuring throughout. One of my favourite details is the use of gentle curves in the cabinetry and island, creating a softer, more sculptural feel. The curved island, in particular, will be a real feature, topped with a beautiful stone. I love how these softer lines bring a little bit of that 1950s influence into a contemporary kitchen.

I really can’t wait to see both of these come together.

Two very different kitchens, both designed around the homes and the people who live in them. Now for the exciting part – seeing them installed!

If you’re thinking about a new kitchen or bespoke joinery for next year, I’d love to hear from you, so do get in touch. These projects take time, and good things are always worth planning for!

Christmas pudding making is well underway!Marinating overnight and ready for its eight hours of steaming tomorrow. Getti...
31/10/2026

Christmas pudding making is well underway!

Marinating overnight and ready for its eight hours of steaming tomorrow. Getting organised for a beautiful Christmas Day at the beach.

Every year, for as long as I can remember, I’ve made Delia Smith’s traditional Christmas pudding. Some traditions are just too lovely to change!

Any leftover Christmas pudding will be made into delicious Christmas pudding ice cream over the next few weeks when there is usually a house full.

Loving the newly trimmed buxus, just in time for a garden group visit! A big thank you to Oliver’s Army for getting ever...
28/10/2026

Loving the newly trimmed buxus, just in time for a garden group visit!

A big thank you to Oliver’s Army for getting everything looking so beautifully neat.

I’ve always loved the structure of buxus in a garden and the simplicity of clipped greenery. When I bought this house, there wasn’t a single plant in the garden, so it’s been a real joy watching it evolve over the years and seeing it all come together.

There’s something so timeless about a garden with strong structure, beautiful greenery and a little bit of formality. Sometimes, keeping things simple.

A fabulous art day in Wellington. First stop, Page Galleries, to hear the wonderful Terry Stringer and Mark Hutchins-Pon...
24/10/2026

A fabulous art day in Wellington.

First stop, Page Galleries, to hear the wonderful Terry Stringer and Mark Hutchins-Pond, who curated the exhibition talk about Terry’s beautiful work.

It’s always such a pleasure to hear Mark speak — he’s incredibly knowledgeable. Hearing Terry talking about the thinking and stories behind his sculptures makes them all the more interesting. Great to meet him and also catch up with Sir Graham Sydney.

Then off to lunch at the recently opened City Gallery Wellington, followed by another look at the amazing Cornelia Parker exhibition.

A short walk along the waterfront to the New Zealand Portrait Gallery, where we discovered more of Terry Stringer’s sculptures alongside the beautiful portraits of Lois White.

So much creativity, inspiration and incredible art to take in, all within walking distance. How lucky are we to have all of this right on our doorstep?

At last! I thought these were never going to flower! Anyone else's this late?
22/10/2026

At last! I thought these were never going to flower! Anyone else's this late?

A little sneak peek of this Auckland apartment coming together!I’m a big believer in the power of great lighting — and h...
21/10/2026

A little sneak peek of this Auckland apartment coming together!

I’m a big believer in the power of great lighting — and how one statement piece can completely change a space. This gorgeous sculptural pendant brings so much warmth and drama, and looks fabulous against the artwork and those beautiful leather dining chairs.

It’s all about getting the mix right and those little details that make a space feel special.

More to come soon...

Fabulous Spring party at ECC. Showroom looking fabulous.
15/10/2026

Fabulous Spring party at ECC. Showroom looking fabulous.

The power of great lighting. Never underestimate the impact of a beautiful pendant. Lighting has the ability to complete...
15/10/2026

The power of great lighting.

Never underestimate the impact of a beautiful pendant. Lighting has the ability to completely transform a space, creating atmosphere, adding drama and bringing a room to life.

In the more traditional part of this home, these sculptural globe pendants introduce a contemporary twist, creating a wonderful contrast against the ornate plasterwork and classic architectural detailing.

The custom-made mirror, with its raw steel frame and antiqued mirror finish, continues this conversation between old and new. A little industrial edge, a touch of history and a beautiful interplay of textures and reflections.

It’s all about the balance between classic and contemporary — considered details that complement one another to create something truly timeless.

Because great design is so often about the details.

Flashback! Hard to believe this was taken on this day back in 2015!A lovely trip down memory lane to this fun photo shoo...
12/10/2026

Flashback! Hard to believe this was taken on this day back in 2015!

A lovely trip down memory lane to this fun photo shoot with the talented Jane Ussher for House & Garden. Such a pleasure to see my kitchen design captured so beautifully!

A little before and during on this project — and it’s amazing what a few considered changes can do.The floors have now b...
07/10/2026

A little before and during on this project — and it’s amazing what a few considered changes can do.

The floors have now been sanded right back and are ready for a fresh, lighter stain, which will completely change the feel of the room and bring out the natural beauty of the timber.

We’re also giving the existing kitchen and bookcase a new lease of life. Rather than replacing the kitchen, the cream joinery is being re-sprayed to coordinate with the freshly painted walls, creating a much fresher, more contemporary look. New handles will finish the transformation.

It’s a great example of how you don’t always need a whole new kitchen or a complete renovation to make a room feel new. Sometimes it’s about looking at what you already have and knowing what to change — and what to keep.

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Wellington
6012

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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