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Coastal apartment / New Zealand

Takapuna

Calm above the coastline.

Cream lounge seating and travertine coffee tables on open geometric steel bases beside coastal views in Takapuna.
Soft upholstery and travertine tables on open steel bases bring warmth and structure to the room, leaving the coastal view centre stage.

The story

A minimalist home that feels warm, welcoming and quietly connected to the ocean.

ProjectCoastal apartment
DesignShanly Simpson

The brief was to create a calm apartment without losing the warmth that makes a space feel like home. With expansive coastal views, the interiors needed to complement the outlook and leave room to enjoy it.

Shanly brought together custom-made furniture, generous drapes and earthy rugs, cushions and throws. Greenery and carefully chosen accessories soften the clean lines, bringing a sense of ease to the living spaces.

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A closer look / Takapuna

Neutral living and dining spaces with expansive windows in the Takapuna apartment.
A consistent neutral palette connects the living and dining areas, while dark timber adds depth and definition.
Orchids and sculptural accessories beside pale lounge seating and coastal views in Takapuna.
Orchids, sculptural accessories and layered fabrics give this restrained room its personality.
Rear view of the Takapuna sofa beside full-height curtains.
Generous curtains and tactile layers soften the apartment’s architectural lines, creating a welcoming place to unwind.
Sheltered balcony with pale seating, green cushions and timber flooring.
Comfortable seating and leafy greens carry the relaxed feeling of the interior onto the sheltered balcony.
Takapuna bedroom with white linen, black accent cushions and artwork.
Crisp white bedding, dark accents and a softly upholstered bench give the bedroom a calm, balanced feel.
Bedroom beside large windows overlooking the coast.
Quiet colours and simple styling allow the changing sky and coastline to become part of the bedroom.
Takapuna cityscape and coastline viewed from the apartment.
The outlook brings its own colour and movement—a beautiful complement to the quiet palette inside.

Softness, in all the right places.

From the sheltered balcony to the bedrooms, layers of fabric and restrained colour carry the same gentle rhythm through the apartment. The result is minimal in spirit, with plenty of comfort.

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