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A store within a store M C K E N Z I E & W I L L I S H AV E F O R M E D A PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H F E L L O W L O C A L B R A N D BELLE INTERIORS, WHO BRING THEIR BEAUTIFUL FURNITURE COLLECTION AND DESIGN SERVICE INTO THE RENOWNED HOME STYLING HUB.
HARMONIOUS DESIGN
Belle Interiors director Colin Foggo (left), and Tim Willis from McKenzie & Willis enjoy the comfort of the sofas from the new collection.
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he McKenzie & Willis showroom on Blenheim Road, with its lofty double-height gabled ceiling, is reminiscent of an art gallery. The black steel and dark wooden beams are flooded with light through the glass walls. Warm shades of terracotta upholstery and soft furnishings stand out like paintings, inviting you to linger. The double doors immediately bring you into the Belle Interiors space. Previously housed in their store on Victoria Street, Belle’s furniture collection is very much at home with the McKenzie & Willis design aesthetic and dedication to quality. Colin Foggo, director of Belle Interiors, says, “We are still running as a separate and distinct offering under the McKenzie & Willis roof as a ‘store within a store’ concept. The service, quality and expert interior advice we are renowned for remain unchanged.”
Taking a step back from the retail side of his business was part of the plan for Colin, who was keen to focus more on the design aspect of Belle Interiors. This luxurious collection was designed with his son Cameron. Their attention to detail with every piece, coupled with years of experience with the finest materials, makes for a considered combination of design, comfort and quality made to last. “Take our sofas for example,” says Colin. “Considering the quality and longevity of the materials we utilise and the construction methods we use, you won’t find a high-end European sofa that would be any better in terms of quality.” While their beautiful range of fabrics is imported from Europe, Colin is a proud supporter of New Zealand made and local design. A partnership with McKenzie & Willis seemed like a natural choice for Belle Interiors. Having already worked together
