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Simon James’ lovely new home

Simon James — Simon James’ expanded Auckland showroom focuses on residental design. Photograph by Simon Devitt.

Simon James’ Auckland showroom has a generous new residential focus, thanks to an expanded and renovated ground-floor space that showcases the firm’s offerings for the home.

Simon James — Simon James’ ‘Hex’ pendant hangs in the Auckland showroom. Photograph by Simon Devitt.

Alongside James’ own designs – including his ‘Hex’ pendant, which won our Design Awards in 2013 – are creations by New Zealand designers Nat Cheshire, Jamie McLellan, Phil Cuttance, Cameron Foggo, Gidon Bing and Jason Whiteley, as well as the best of imported brands including Massproductions, Established & Sons, Secto and Swedese.

Simon James — Photograph by Simon Devitt.

Simon James Design
61 Upper Queen Street
Newton, Auckland

09 377 5556
simonjamesdesign.com

Simon James — Photograph by Simon Devitt.

Simon James — Photograph by Simon Devitt.

Simon James — Photograph by Simon Devitt.

Simon James — Photograph by Simon Devitt.

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