A daydream is the quiet space between thought and creation

It’s where every idea starts, and where each finds its end.

Reverie is a one-woman joinery and interior design studio based on Auckland’s stunning North Shore. Working both remotely and on site, I collaborate closely with clients and industry professionals to create spaces that feel calm, thoughtful and deeply considered.

With a focus on textured materials, careful detailing and quality that lasts, I specialise in bespoke joinery and interior design across full-scale renovations, new builds and smaller revamps. I shape each space from concept, ensuring the final design is intentional and cohesive.

I believe that connection is key - this sits at the heart of my work. I take the time to understand my clients and what matters to them - rather than following trends - I design spaces that honour your past, support your present and evolve with your future - homes that feel personal, grounded and lived in.

The One Behind the Designs

As a creative, I’ve been influenced by the things I’ve seen, the relationships I’ve felt and the environments I’ve moved through. These experiences have shaped my approach to design, and my love for creating thoughtful cabinetry and interiors.

One of my quieter creative outlets is candle making - this is a personal-love, rooted in scents and memories. There’s something deeply powerful about how fragrance can instantly transport you to another time, place or feeling. That emotional connection feels grounding, familiar and deeply personal.

It’s this sense of connection I bring into my design work. I create spaces that are not only considered and functional, but layered with feeling, soul and a story to tell.

If you’d like to learn more about my background and experience, you can explore My Story for a deeper look

MY STORY

See me through my clients eyes

  • This is the second house I have built, and I can honestly say I have never met a single other person who compared to Ally. Not only is she an absolutely delighful person, but a brilliant designer as well. I always felt Ally had my very best interests at heart. She absolutely went above and beyond on every detail of this build. I know I could not have achieved my desired outcome without her.

    Anne-Marie. M

  • From the drawings we immediately knew that Ally had listened and had come up with a thoughtful and creative design that reflected just what we were looking for. Ally is skilled and creative, friendly and caring designer who clearly wanted the best for us

    David & Sue. W

  • On both occasions, working with Ally, she has designed and delivered the most amazing, beautiful and functional spaces. She has challenged my thinking, just enough to add some interesting design elements which have made both kitchens unique and truly special.

    Tanya. H

  • Ally made everything effortless and she is a delight to work with. Her knowledge of the materials, paint, colour, design, lighting etc is extensive. Highly recommend Ally to anyone building or renovating.

    Alison & Ken. U

  • From the very start of the process to the very end we were thrilled with the service, workmanship and professionalism. Working with a superb designer (Ally) who was so skilled at listening to our requests and then using her expertise perfected the design for us.

    Kaye. B

  • Ally listened to everything we wanted in our kitchen design, she went above and beyond to ensure that our design was exactly how we wanted it, sometimes I think she was more excited than us! Her enthusiasm is certainly infectious. Nothing was ever a problem no matter how many times we wanted to change things up.

    Kath. P