Kind Words
We value creating spaces that feel considered, functional and deeply personal to every client.
Amanda
"We used Sam to help update our Kitchen and Living Spaces. She came with a wealth of knowledge, reliable and professional trades and kept us updated every week, we always knew exactly where our project was at all times.
Sam’s onboarding process and communication style was very in depth and professional and she understood our brief which delivered such an amazing result.
We are thrilled with our new home and thank Sam for he style and aesthetic that has transformed our house into a home"
St Albans, Christchurch
Kelly & Paul
"Sam is a perfectionist and an absolute professional. Her attention to detail is second to none. Her communication skills throughout our entire build project were exceptional. From the initial concept through to completion, she delivered an interior design that exceeded our expectations. We would have no hesitation in recommending Sam and would certainly use her on any future projects."
Kim
"Knowledge, efficiency, talent, patience. These are the words that perfectly describe Samantha and Tuuta Design. Through multiple renovations and developments, we’ve been hesitant to engage an Interior Designer with the worry that they wouldn’t grasp our vision. Sam was so respectful with her approach to our home when it came to designing the spaces as well as sourcing pieces and materials. She worked in seamlessly with our Architect to ensure the overall project gelled together.
We can see how bringing Sam in has added so much value to our home and look forward to working with her again!"
Carolyn & Stan
"We are very happy to recommend Sam and the services she provides. Sam worked with us to complete a new home we had purchased. We were in Wellington for most of the time and it was invaluable to have Sam on site to co-ordinate work. She had access to a full range of high quality contractors and took responsibility for arranging all necessary work that was completed to a high standard. Sam provided clear advice that reflected our brief to her and worked actively to understand what we were seeking to achieve. She was timely in her dealings with us and kept us updated throughout the whole process. We are delighted with the results and are enjoying living in the environment that Sam helped us create."
Estelle
"Working with Tuuta Home and Design exceeded our expectations. We had a vague idea of what we wanted for our space/project but were unsure of what was needed and at a standstill. We engaged Sam and her team and they provided everything we needed to put the room together including clear communications of quotes, design ideas and an introduction to top bespoke furniture suppliers."
Spreydon, Christchurch
Leesa
"Sam Tuuta is incredible. We highly recommend her. Her insight and experience helped make our home better than we ever imagined.
We were also impressed with Sams contacts and network which made the process a lot smoother Just the best!!!"
Halswell, Christchurch
Janice
"It has been a pleasure to work with Sam at Tuuta Home and Design. She carefully listened to my vision and helped bring it to completion with her creative flair. Sam was a true professional from our first point of contact through to the follow up after completion. I was thrilled with the end result and exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Sam and her team to anyone looking for a true professional interior design team."
Harper Rye Homes
"Working with Tuuta Home and Design has been an enjoyable experience. Sam exhibited a high level of professionalism and enthusiasm for our project. Her commitment to quality is evident in every aspect of her work, from the attention to detail to sourcing the best product for the project.
What sets Tuuta Home and Design apart is Sam's knack for creating unique, personalised designs. As a developer my goal is to create bespoke and unique homes. Sam understands the vision and isn't afraid to think outside the box and push boundaries.
Communication throughout the entire process was seamless. Sam made sure to keep me informed every step of the way, listening to my ideas and concerns while offering valuable insights and suggestions.
I can't recommend Tuuta Home and Design enough."
Margaret & Brian
"I’ve always been reasonably confident with interior design, however it had been a long time (due to COVID) since we’d done any renovating and we wanted to get maximum value for our spend so we enlisted the services of Sam to help us. Honestly, it was the best decision we could have made - Sam came up with really funky ideas - things I would never have thought of myself and managed to save us money on big ticket items which more than covered the cost of her fees. Sam’s contacts in the industry made it all so worthwhile and I would absolutely never hesitate to use her fabulous service again in the future. Her personality absolutely shines and she is amazing to deal with - a top lady!
Jeffreys Road, Fendalton
Janelle & Mike
"I had been following Samantha's work for a while and was drawn to her design aesthetic and style, so when we purchased a home that needed some renovations and a freshen up of its interiors, she was naturally the first and only person we called. Sam has such a great easy-going personality and is also super organised so she made the whole process really stress-free and enjoyable for us. There was nothing she presented to us that we didn't like and we wholeheartedly trusted her with our home. We are super happy with our new kitchen, laundry and interiors and would highly recommend Sam to anyone."
Abberfield Lane, St Albans
Erica
"We couldn’t be happier with the outcome of working with Sam and Tuuta Home & Design on renovating our home. It was a fairly new build, a bit plain, and we really didn’t know where to start with adding our own personal touch. Sam came in with stunning ideas and the connections to make it happen. The end result has well and truly exceeded our expectations in achieving the luxury feel we were after. A huge credit to Sam and the team she works with for making it all happen.
St Albans, Christchurch
Amanda & George
"Working with Sam on the renovation of No. 43 was genuinely one of the highlights of the entire project.
She has an incredible ability to take an idea and elevate it — balancing creativity with practicality in a way that makes everything feel considered and cohesive. Watching her process as concepts evolve into fully resolved spaces is something special.
Her depth of knowledge, attention to detail, and instinct for understanding what a home needs (both aesthetically and functionally) sets her apart. The end result speaks for itself — beautiful, timeless and thoughtfully executed.
Thank you Sam for making No. 43 our dream home."
Tai Tapu, Christchurch
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