Selwyn Times: March 31, 2021

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Your guide to all things Real Estate
in the Selwyn District
Meisha’s
making interior
design magic
Five years ago, Meisha Campbell saw
potential in the fast-growing Selwyn
district. The property boom that’s seen
countless developments take form, and
more still in progress, meant plenty of
people needing interior design help.
But (thanks to reality television) there’s
a common misconception that interior
designers are scary and intimidating—and
that’s simply not true. Whether you’re
building a new home or just need some
help refreshing your current home, a
business like Design by Meisha can make
all the difference.
Removing clutter
is the first step
Meisha’s hot tip is to spend time
removing clutter. For every five items,
take away three for a more physically
and visually calm home. But if you’d
prefer Meisha to come in and wave her
magic wand, there are a few ways you
can work with her. The simplest option
that isn’t expensive but will still have
impact, is a consult for advice and to
re-jig your room. This process helps pull
your vision together, working with what
you already have. If you’re building a new
home, you might want a more thorough
collaboration that considers your personal
style, comfort, and functionality. Keeping
colours neutral and using removable items
for warmth and colour (that is, pillows,
furniture, art and other accessories) is a
good strategy.
Design for re-sale
Selwyn boasts many young property
buyers and common feedback is why
would they renovate an old house, when
building new is cheaper? It appears to be a
wider shift in how buyers are thinking and
explains why the skills of interior designers
are in demand. With plenty of equity,
they’re not staying in their homes for long
and are making careful, informed choices
about how to style their home so that it
appeals to the masses come time to put it
on the market again. Colours like Resene
Black White make up the bulk of paint
choices and spots of colour via furnishings
BEFORE
and decorating are used as landing spots
to give the eyes a break. Smart people are
always thinking ahead, and that can pay
off if you’re thinking of selling in a few
years.
Interior design made easy
Design by Meisha carefully vets home
build companies. Morals must align and
end products are something to be proud
of; Meisha currently works alongside
builders like DB Homes and Fortified
homes, and directly with clients who need
help. Services are available to everyone
in Selwyn with options suitable for all
budgets. Plus, just by working with Meisha
you unlock discounts at Resene. You can
find Design by Meisha on Facebook and
Instagram using @designbymeisha.
AFTER
BEFORE
AFTER
LOOKING FOR DESIGN INSPIRATION?
Visit one of our stunning showhomes to gather ideas for your dream home
Showhome
Guide
Faringdon, 47 Lanner Drive, Rolleston
SHOWHOMES
Both showhomes
Open Wed-Sun 12pm-4pm
Faringdon, 49 Lanner Drive, Rolleston
SHOWrOOM / OfficE
31 Watts Road, Sockburn
Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
0800 844 488
signature.co.nz
Signature Homes
Faringdon
47 & 49 Lanner Drive, Rolleston
Both Open Wed to Sun 12pm-4pm
Show Room/Office:
31 Watts Road, Sockburn
Open Mon to Fri 9am - 5pm
0800 8444 88 or 03 342 7788
www.signature.co.nz