May brought a lot of good things. The Laundry Edit is finally on the blog — eight honest design questions answered from someone who has lived through three very imperfect laundries. We also made it to Bali, which was everything we needed it to be. Plus, the month in photos and a very exciting introduction: meet Gus, the Sayer family's new cat, who has already made himself entirely at home.

This April, we’re marking a special milestone as Hello Saturday turns 10. In this month’s newsletter, we’re reflecting on the journey so far, sharing a few highlights from NZ Design Week — including guest speaker Tom Dixon, Linehouse, and Design Restaurant from Hong Kong — and rounding things out with a simple month in photos capturing what has been inspiring us lately.

We’re sharing some of the interior design questions we’re asked most often by clients, along with our thoughts and advice.

Designing a home is about more than selecting finishes or following trends — it’s about creating spaces that reflect personality, support everyday living, and tell a story. In this refreshed blog, we take you inside one of our latest projects: a mid-century inspired kitchen renovation. Through thoughtful planning, material selection, and layered detailing, we explore how designing with personality and purpose can transform a functional space into the heart of the home.

We’re starting the year by sharing a small edit of our favourite rooms from recent Hello Saturday projects—spaces we loved designing and styling, each with its own sense of calm, character, and purpose. We’re also taking you along on a late-November trip to Melbourne, where beautifully considered interiors, hidden bars, and long walks offered the perfect creative reset.

From all of us at Hello Saturday, we wish you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas.

As we look to 2026, we’re looking forward to starting new projects and bringing several much-loved 2025 projects across the finish line.

And because Christmas in Aotearoa is all about sun-drenched days, great company, delicious food — and a good drink — we’re sharing one of our festive favourites. Tequila is my go-to, and this Christmas margarita is fresh, summery, and just a little bit special.

As the year comes to an end, we’re reflecting on the wonderful people we’ve met and the beautiful homes we’ve had the privilege to help shape. Christmas is a time to gather the things you love — the pieces collected over years, the heirlooms passed down, the stories held in every ornament. Inspired by my time living in Germany, where traditions deepen through meaningful objects, this season we’re embracing an “old-world charm with a modern touch.” Whether you’re hosting, refreshing your home, or styling the perfect Christmas tree, we hope you find inspiration in creating a Christmas that grows with you.

November brings that pre-summer energy — lighter days, warm evenings, and homes opening to the outdoors. This month, we celebrate the beauty of heirloom design and explore how vintage and modern pieces can live beautifully side by side. From styling tips and moodboard inspiration to where to find vintage gems in New Zealand, discover how thoughtful design creates spaces that feel layered, soulful, and effortlessly lived-in.

This month, we’re sharing the story behind Hello Saturday — how a simple weekend word came to capture the feeling we want every home to evoke: relaxed, joyful, and beautifully effortless. Plus, discover how our design expertise extends beyond residential interiors. From offices to retail, we craft commercial spaces that not only look stunning but work beautifully for your brand, your people, and your purpose.