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Natina HellowellSenior Interior Designer & Curtain ConsultantNatina has been in the Interior Design industry for over 20 years and loves everything about interiors, fabrics and furniture design. She loves working with clients with different tastes and seeing their own style come together. -
Julie Van Der WelOffice AdministratorJulie joined The Design Depot in 2014 as our Office Administrator. She ensures a smooth transition of all financial transactions and plays an integral part of the team. -
RaneeHamilton Store ManagerRanee has a background in retail sales management spanning 25 years from jewellery, kitchen design and the beauty industry. She has a passion for connecting customers with products that match their desires and suit their lifestyle. -
Nicolla HemiInterior Stylist & Store MerchandiserNicolla has recently completed her studies in Interior Design and has a great passion for homes and styling. Through her role, she is able to connect with people and help them to create spaces that they love. -
Sascha Arai-SwaleSocial Media and Marketing ManagerSascha has a background in Digital Arts/Design and is passionate about interiors. She joined the team after completing a Bachelor of Design Innovation at Victoria University. She brings a uniquely artistic point of view to her role and enjoys expressing her creativity through our media channels. -
Renee McLaughlinInterior DesignerRenee joined our team in 2019 as an Interior Designer and brought with her a wealth of knowledge gained through 10 years in the industry. Renee is passionate about helping her clients achieve a home that works for them both functionally and aesthetically. -
Kendal RoseInterior Designer and StylistKendal's background is in Spatial Design and has a natural flair and love for styling and interior design. As a Design Depot Interior Designer and In-Home Stylist, Kendal is passionate about visiting her clients homes and helping them transform their home into a space that they love.
About
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The Design Depot was founded by Raylene Marsh in 2011, with a vision to be “an edgy and inspirational design store”. Drawing from her knowledge of running an award-winning home staging company, Raylene created a store that not only stocks furniture, homewares, lighting and bed linen – but inspires homeowners to dream.
After the initial success of the Hamilton store, a Mount Maunganui showroom soon followed in 2015, with a focus on furnishing for the relaxed beach lifestyle.
Following Raylene’s passing in 2016, daughters Larisa and Kylie have carried on the family tradition, managing both stores and staying true to the original ‘more than a just retail store’ philosophy. They attribute the continued success of The Design Depot to the wonderful team that are so very passionate about what they do.
Specialising in design consultations, local and global product sourcing and bringing inspiration to every home, The Design Depot will help guide you to the right products that aesthetically look great but also are functional, practical, and fit your lifestyle.
OUR TEAM – HAMILTON
OUR TEAM – MOUNT MAUNGANUI
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Maggie SeddonStore ManagerMaggie brings energy and enthusiasm to our Mount Store, she loves being part of the team and has a natural passion for people and interiors. -
Iris EbsenInterior Stylist / ConsultantSince Iris immigrated in 2007 to New Zealand she worked in the furniture retail industry.To complement her skills and knowledge she completed an interior design course. She loves everything about home styling and is happy helping her clients to find beautiful furniture and accessories to create their own dream space. -
Kayla CelliersInterior Stylist / ConsultantCreating beautiful spaces is a real passion of Kayla’s, she loves meeting clients who are looking to breathe new life into their homes. Working with colours, textures and patterns to create a multitude of different looks, tailored to suit each client’s need, is an exciting process and it’s always rewarding seeing customers filled with fresh inspiration! -
Elle SmallInterior Design & Curtain ConsultantElle is passionate about creating beautiful spaces by working with fabrics, textures and colour. Elle finds working with clients to achieve their design goals to be extremely rewarding and enjoys guiding clients through the whole design process. -
Nicola GibsonInterior Design & Curtain ConsultantNicola looks forward to helping you achieve interior spaces that are inviting and interesting; that reflect the way you live and use it, an extension of the occupants personalities and completely comforting and usable.