Designing spaces people feel great about since 2009

We’re small and
we’re mighty.

Which is a good thing.

If you’re looking for a nimble and responsive design studio with a no-nonsense approach and a firm belief that great design shouldn’t cost the earth, well then, that’s us.

We’re a small team and we’ve been doing great things with interior spaces for over sixteen years.

Clients find us easy to work with. We’re responsive, adaptable and build strong relationships. We take the time to understand your vision and make sure it’s shared by everyone involved (after all, great design comes from working together). And because we’re small, you’ll always be working with a senior designer.

Sound like you?  Contact us and let’s talk about making your vision real.

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Samantha Ebel-Brown

Director

People spend so much time at work that the design of that space should be shaped to suit them. I love creating spaces that people will thrive in.

This passion is reflected in the Khaya name.

Khaya has its roots in the Nguni languages of Southern Africa and means to create a protected space with a sense of belonging for all.

I am flexible and adaptable and don’t subscribe to one design ethos. I bring this fluid thinking to every project, whether it be office, retail, medical or hospitality.

I feel really fortunate to have been able to craft a career around my love of spaces and people. And I’m lucky enough to work with people I genuinely like who share a similar philosophy.

Trust is everything to me and I tend to develop trusted, long-term relationships with clients and suppliers.

Here’s What Some of
Our Clients Say

“I have worked with Samantha for over 15 years. She is consistently client focused and is very approachable. Samantha is highly responsive and listens to the client, and delivers innovative design solutions that align with our project requirements.”

Eddie AaronsDirector Business Development, BuildME

“Samantha was great to work with—highly detailed, organized, and personable. She addressed all issues as they arose in a timely manner and was consistently a pleasure to collaborate with.”

Eric SuaveProject Manager New Zealand/Australia/Canada, Michael Hill

“Samantha brings strong experience delivering projects for banks and many other blue-chip clients. She takes a practical, no-nonsense approach to design, while still achieving a high-quality outcome. We’ve worked together over many years and have always found the collaborative process to be very positive.
She also has a strong understanding of working with various councils and can negotiate practical solutions, even under time pressure. Just as importantly, she’s easy to deal with, communicates clearly, and has a great sense of humour, which makes the whole process that much more enjoyable. I would highly recommend engaging her services.”

David BergmanSenior Project Manager, RD Group

“Samantha has been a key delivery partner for the Bank of New Zealand network retail upgrade program. Her professional approach in dealing with multiple stakeholders coupled with her creative ability to deliver a wonderful outcome is greatly appreciated by the delivery team.”

Anthony ParkinCorporate Real Estate, Bank of New Zealand

Examples of our work

Media Services ProviderWorkspace

Media Services Provider

BirthcareCommercial

Birthcare

BNZ HowickCommercial

BNZ Howick

Digital GarageCommercial

Digital Garage

Golden Goose, NewmarketRetail

Golden Goose, Newmarket

ResonateWorkspace

Resonate

Trust Management, AucklandCorporate

Trust Management, Auckland