OUR STORY
A Heritage of Tailor-Made Luxury
Founded in 2000 by brothers Ben and Hamish Lewis, TRENZSEATER emerged to fill a niche for custom-crafted, luxury furniture and interiors in New Zealand. From those roots, it has grown into a national destination with showrooms in Auckland, Christchurch, and Queenstown—each offering a curated experience where locally made pieces harmonise with handpicked international design.
“From the moment you enter a TRENZSEATER showroom, you’re drawn into a cinematic world of layered textures, rich materiality and a sophistication that speaks with both conviction and restraint.”
Craftsmanship Meets Vision
At the heart of every TRENZSEATER interior is Ben Lewis’s personal design philosophy. With a background in furniture design and a deep commitment to New Zealand craftsmanship, Ben collaborates closely with local artisans to produce bespoke pieces that marry traditional construction techniques with contemporary silhouettes.
These custom furnishings are complemented by a rich interior palette—oak parquetry, seagrass wallpaper, flocked velvets, aged brass and natural textures—curated not for effect, but to evoke a sense of effortless, lasting elegance throughout each space.
A Full-Service Atelier Experience
More than a design studio, TRENZSEATER delivers a comprehensive luxury interior design experience—from concept to completion. Whether collaborating with architects or homeowners, the team handles everything: spatial planning, bespoke joinery, lighting, window treatments, furniture, and styling. The approach is considered, rigorous, and entirely tailored. Many clients arrive for a single element—say, a custom-designed sofa—and leave immersed in the full atelier-style service, complete with colour schemes, layouts, and textures crafted around their lifestyle.
Quiet Sophistication, Global Recognition
Ben’s interiors are distinguished by quiet, confident luxury—spaces that speak volumes without shouting. Here, relaxed linens, fine wools, antique-inspired details, and rich timbers are layered in a refined balance of grandeur and restraint.
“We design around people, not trends… every home is different. Every client’s way of living is different. That’s the only real brief that matters.”
This philosophy has earned TRENZSEATER international acclaim, with a string of prestigious awards and features across London and Los Angeles—from the SBID and International Design & Architecture Awards to the International Design Awards and beyond.
It reflects a simple truth: design with purpose, soul, and enduring beauty commands recognition—without compromise.
DESIGN WITHOUT COMPROMISE
TRENZSEATER is defined by a distinctive international style — modern, layered, and quietly luxurious. Every detail is considered, every space tailored with purpose. From bespoke furnishings to immersive interiors, our work reflects a deep understanding of proportion, texture, and timeless design.
We invite you to visit our showrooms in Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown to experience our design philosophy in person — and to begin your journey toward a home that is as functional as it is refined.
