The Ultimate Guide to Interior Design
A curated Kiwi edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Interior Design.
What to know about Interior Design
Interior design sits at the intersection of aesthetics, comfort and everyday function. Stories under this tag explore how homes, workplaces and commercial spaces are being shaped by smarter layouts, better lighting, acoustics, furniture choices, materials and technology. Readers can expect ideas that range from statement staircases and green walls to office planning, hospitality fit-outs and design-led appliances that blend into the spaces around them.
This tag is worth following because it goes beyond decoration to show how design decisions affect wellbeing, productivity, property value and the way people live. Recent coverage looks at AI-powered planning tools, 3D visualisation, flexible workspaces, sustainable building features, smarter meeting rooms and the growing demand for interiors that are both practical and personal. Whether you are renovating, specifying products, planning a workplace or simply gathering inspiration, these stories offer useful examples of how good design solves real problems.
Kiwi Interior Design News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Schindler New Zealand unveils five lift interior themes
Building projects can now match lifts to their wider interiors, as a broader palette of finishes and digital panels enters the New Zealand market.
Auckland Home Show adds Garden Showcase for September
Homeowners will get a larger spring renovation drawcard, with six full-scale gardens added to the Auckland Home Show's September line-up.
Master Builders names Top 100 homes for 2026 awards
More than 250 New Zealand builds are vying for national honours as judges narrow the field to 100 homes and assess workmanship, design and liveability.
realestate.co.nz launches AI image search for homes
Buyers can now find New Zealand homes by image details such as weatherboard exteriors or pools, after realestate.co.nz added AI search.
An extra bathroom can add 50 percent to property value
Adding a third bathroom can lift asking prices by almost 40 percent, with the biggest gains seen in larger family homes.
RX Japan Unveils Tile World at JAPAN BUILD Tokyo 2024, Igniting Global Tile Market Showcase
A new tile showcase at Tokyo Big Sight aims to draw architects and builders as JAPAN BUILD Tokyo 2024 expands its international reach.
Recent Interior Design News
HID launches Signo Décor Reader for design-led spaces
Architects and building operators get a flush-mounted reader that keeps access control discreet while supporting cards, mobiles and remote updates.
LG unveils AI home ecosystem for European households
European shoppers could see more connected appliances and lower power bills as LG broadens its AI home push with energy-saving products.
LG extends Fit & Max design to more home appliances
The wider roll-out targets smaller homes, pairing flush installation with larger capacities across kitchens and laundry rooms.
Legrand launches INSPYRA wiring range across ANZ
Built for faster fitting and cleaner finishes, the range adds smart controls, USB-C charging and recycled materials to Australian projects.
Rithum adds HEOS support & launches Prestige surrounds
Homeowners and installers gain more choice as the Switch now works with Denon and Marantz systems, while new surrounds target premium interiors.
Meta launches Muse Image in Meta AI for chats & apps
The rollout puts image generation inside Meta's most-used apps, as the company broadens its AI tools for chats, stories and advertising.
SITA says digital tools are reshaping airport growth
Airports are using biometrics and artificial intelligence to absorb surging passenger numbers without costly new terminals or bigger frontline teams.
Amiiba unveils design-led PC hardware range debut launch
The debut range targets PC builders seeking room-friendly hardware, with swappable panels, wood finishes and high-wattage power supplies.
Snom launches white D8xx phones for Asia-Pacific markets
Hospitals and design-led workplaces in Asia-Pacific can now buy Snom's D8xx phones in white, with antibacterial housing and unchanged specs.
Google expands Gemini in Chrome with new languages
Google is rolling out Gemini in Chrome to India, New Zealand and Canada, adding over 50 languages and deeper links to Gmail, Maps and YouTube.
Xiaomi reveals Vision Gran Turismo electric hypercar
Xiaomi enters Gran Turismo's Vision project with an electric hypercar concept, blending radical aero tricks and game-ready digital flair.
Pinterest & World of Warcraft launch housing tie-up
Pinterest links moodboards to World of Warcraft housing, letting players design Azeroth homes and pin in-game creations directly.
Tineco unveils immersive CES zones for new Floor One vacuums
Tineco is debuting immersive “Modern Living” zones at CES to showcase its latest Floor One vacuums, including the new S9 Master and i7 Fold.
LG unveils ultra-thin true wireless OLED Wallpaper TV at CES
LG unveils a 9mm ultra-thin true wireless OLED Wallpaper TV at CES 2026, touting brighter Hyper Radiant Colour and AI-enhanced visuals.
LG unveils Gallery TV, blending art & home cinema
LG is debuting its wall-hugging Gallery TV at CES 2026, a MiniLED 4K screen that doubles as a customisable digital art canvas.
LG unveils AI-first Signature 'quiet luxury' range at CES
LG is marking a decade of its Signature brand at CES 2026 with AI-first 'quiet luxury' fridges, ovens and design-led appliance ranges.
JLL Design consolidates global design services under one brand
JLL has launched JLL Design, a global consultancy unifying its design services to enhance delivery across workplace, retail, and hospitality sectors.
Revealed: Adobe's groundbreaking updates for Photoshop, Illustrator
Adobe unveils transformative updates to Photoshop and Illustrator, enhancing creative workflows for professionals in various industries with advanced tools and features.
A new dawn with Clipsal Solis™
Premium finishes and ultra-thin profiles aim to lift New Zealand homes, as PDL targets high-end residential projects with its new Solis range.
Adobe enhances Illustrator, Photoshop with AI-driven features
Adobe unveils major updates for Illustrator and Photoshop, enhancing productivity and creativity with new AI-powered tools like Generative Shape Fill and Generate Image.
