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Waterfront apartment / New Zealand

The Hilton, Auckland

The feeling of a private retreat.

Grey sofas and layered rugs in the Hilton waterfront apartment, with balcony beyond.
Tailored seating, rich textures and a generous rug bring the comfort of a hotel suite into a home of its own.

The story

The comfort of an international hotel suite, made personal in a private waterfront apartment.

ProjectWaterfront apartment
DesignShanly Simpson

The owners wanted their Auckland waterfront apartment to have the atmosphere of an international hotel suite. Shanly approached the renovation as a complete composition, from the lighting and wardrobe finishes to the furniture and window treatments.

Cashmere-white walls provide a quiet backdrop to bespoke sofas, an upholstered wall, a custom rug and carefully selected furniture. Italian wall sconces and handmade ceramic lamps by Jeremy Cole add sculptural detail; electric drapes and a timber pelmet complete the window treatment.

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A closer look / The Hilton, Auckland

Living room overlooking Auckland harbour through full-height glazing.
Low furniture keeps the harbour in view, while full-height drapes give the glazing a softer frame.
Grey velvet sofa and dark coffee table in the Hilton apartment.
A dark coffee table grounds the seating arrangement, balancing the sheen and softness of the upholstery.
Living area looking towards the bedroom and glass partition.
A consistent palette carries through the living area towards the bedroom, giving the apartment a connected, composed feel.
Grey sofa beside a sculptural ceramic lamp by Jeremy Cole.
Sculptural lighting and patterned cushions add moments of interest without overwhelming the room’s quiet backdrop.
Bedroom with grey upholstered headboard and layered neutral bedding.
An upholstered headboard and layered bedding turn the bedroom into a soft retreat from the busy waterfront.
Waterfront balcony with woven seating, cushions and a low coffee table.
Facing sofas make room for conversation outdoors, with the harbour providing a lively backdrop.

A considered collection.

Art by Donna North and Margaret Woolley brings individuality to the rooms. Outside, comfortable furniture, cushions and a rug extend the feeling of retreat to the waterfront balcony.

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