About us

Admire Interiors and Commercial is a Christchurch-based soft furnishings company, that works nationwide to provide our residential and commercial customers with an exquisite range of drapery, tracks, blinds, interior design, FF&E, and turnkey options. 

Admire began as a humble venture in 1986, driven by a passion for creating beautiful, functional, and comfortable living spaces. Over the years, we've evolved and adapted to the changing tastes and trends in the industry, but our core values have never wavered; we are dedicated to providing exceptional customer service and strive to exceed your expectations at every step. We are proud holders of Sitewise Gold and Prequal Accreditation certificates.
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Our new showroom is open to the public Monday - Saturday.

Team

Christopher Adams

Christopher Adams

VRD, Managing Director & Company Founder
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Chris has a background in construction and management prior to getting involved with Admire. Chris has also had 23 years of service with the NZDF as a Reserve Naval Officer, holding a minor war vessel command at retirement. This experience brings another dimension and skill set with leadership, planning, and problem-solving capabilities to the Admire team. Chris is always striving to deliver the client’s needs and wants, with a strong focus on the client, building long-term relationships, and delivering to the highest of standards in all respects. This is paramount to Chris’ work.

Tony McIntyre

Tony McIntyre

National General Manager
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Tony designs and implements the company’s growth and sales strategies. With a 25-year record of phenomenal achievements in both sales management and general management, he is dedicated to the endless success of Admire. Tony has worked in both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds, giving him a well-measured knowledge of best practices and commerce. Tony’s business philosophy is be humble, be hardworking, be honest, and be hungry.

Julia Schoreder

Julia Schoreder

Interior Designer & Project Manager
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Julia is a highly qualified interior designer with her own unique style and is a multi-disciplinary designer specialising in both domestic and commercial interiors. Julia also has profound knowledge of project administration – having worked in the roles of ProjectLeader and Project Coordinator – and brings extensive experience across all stages of project delivery.

Ashika Manu

Ashika Manu

Sales & Communications Coordinator
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Ashika manages all company communications and media outputs. With a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours in media and communication, she tirelessly works on the development of our company’s social currency and environmental programs.

Sean Gribben

Sean Gribben

  • Auckland Commercial Division Manager
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With over thirty years’ experience in project and people management, Sean specialises in developing and actioning accurate and achievable project plans that deliver results on time and to the highest level of satisfaction. Sean keeps his clients’ needs as his paramount focus and is a proud Aucklander.

Trish Field

Trish Field

  • Senior Consultant
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With over ten years’ experience in the business, Trish has designed and supplied drapes and blinds for well over one thousand happy residential and commercial customers. Her strong belief that interior spaces create an emotional impact on those who inhabit them, sees Trish as one of the most sought-after interior consultants in Canterbury.

Nicky McKay

Nicky McKay

  • Residential & Commerical BDM
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With over 11 years of expertise in the window treatment sector, Nicky has successfully worked with clients from various industries and backgrounds from both a commercial and residential design space. Holding a diploma in interior and graphic design, Nicky combines her management experience and technical knowledge to deliver customised solutions. Whether you are revamping or transforming your space, she will work closely with you to create the perfect solution both residentially and commercially.

James Foote

James Foote

  • Installation Manager
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James has a strong background in installation and customer service within the window treatment and outdoor shade industries including drapery, blinds, awnings, and shade sails for both residential and commercial customers. With seven years of experience in the industry, James provides comprehensive knowledge of project installation.

Lou Duke

Lou Duke

  • Residential Sales Consultant (Dip.Int.Des)
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Lou is a qualified Interior Designer with a background as an Interior Design sourcing consultant, giving Lou a wealth of knowledge of fabrics, wallpapers and all things soft furnishings.

Lou combines her love of InteriorDesign with her drive to deliver exceptional customer service and will always go the extra mile for her clients.

Christopher Adams

Christopher Adams

  • VRD, Managing Director & Company Founder
Profile
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Chris has a background in construction and management prior to getting involved with Admire. Chris has also had 23 years of service with the NZDF as a Reserve Naval Officer, holding a minor war vessel command at retirement. This experience brings another dimension and skill set with leadership, planning, and problem-solving capabilities to the Admire team. Chris is always striving to deliver the client’s needs and wants, with a strong focus on the client, building long-term relationships, and delivering to the highest of standards in all respects. This is paramount to Chris’ work.

Tony McIntyre

Tony McIntyre

  • National General Manager
Profile
Black pointing down arrow

Tony designs and implements the company’s growth and sales strategies. With a 25-year record of phenomenal achievements in both sales management and general management, he is dedicated to the endless success of Admire. Tony has worked in both the corporate and entrepreneurial worlds, giving him a well-measured knowledge of best practices and commerce. Tony’s business philosophy is be humble, be hardworking, be honest, and be hungry.

Julia Schoreder

Julia Schoreder

  • Interior Designer & Project Manager
Profile
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Julia is a highly qualified interior designer with her own unique style and is a multi-disciplinary designer specialising in both domestic and commercial interiors. Julia also has profound knowledge of project administration – having worked in the roles of ProjectLeader and Project Coordinator – and brings extensive experience across all stages of project delivery.

Ashika Manu

Ashika Manu

  • Sales & Communications Coordinator
Profile
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Ashika manages all company communications and media outputs. With a Bachelor of Arts with First Class Honours in media and communication, she tirelessly works on the development of our company’s social currency and environmental programs.

Sean Gribben

Sean Gribben

  • Auckland Commercial Division Manager
Profile
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With over thirty years’ experience in project and people management, Sean specialises in developing and actioning accurate and achievable project plans that deliver results on time and to the highest level of satisfaction. Sean keeps his clients’ needs as his paramount focus and is a proud Aucklander.

Trish Field

Trish Field

  • Senior Consultant
Profile
Black pointing down arrow

With over ten years’ experience in the business, Trish has designed and supplied drapes and blinds for well over one thousand happy residential and commercial customers. Her strong belief that interior spaces create an emotional impact on those who inhabit them, sees Trish as one of the most sought-after interior consultants in Canterbury.

Nicky McKay

Nicky McKay

  • Residential & Commerical BDM
Profile
Black pointing down arrow

With over 11 years of expertise in the window treatment sector, Nicky has successfully worked with clients from various industries and backgrounds from both a commercial and residential design space. Holding a diploma in interior and graphic design, Nicky combines her management experience and technical knowledge to deliver customised solutions. Whether you are revamping or transforming your space, she will work closely with you to create the perfect solution both residentially and commercially.

James Foote

James Foote

  • Installation Manager
Profile
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James has a strong background in installation and customer service within the window treatment and outdoor shade industries including drapery, blinds, awnings, and shade sails for both residential and commercial customers. With seven years of experience in the industry, James provides comprehensive knowledge of project installation.

Lou Duke

Lou Duke

  • Residential Sales Consultant (Dip.Int.Des)
Profile
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Lou is a qualified Interior Designer with a background as an Interior Design sourcing consultant, giving Lou a wealth of knowledge of fabrics, wallpapers and all things soft furnishings.

Lou combines her love of InteriorDesign with her drive to deliver exceptional customer service and will always go the extra mile for her clients.

Working with you

Today, we are proud to serve our customers nationwide, offering our expertise in soft furnishings and interior design to create tailor-made spaces that reflect the unique personalities and lifestyles of our valued customers. Our conviction is that there is no job too big, small, or technical for our team and this serves as the foundation of our strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to excellence.

With a head office located in Christchurch, and commercial installation teams based in Wellington and Auckland, our talented and experienced team can measure, manufacture, supply, and install all your interior and our door awing needs.

Our History

Admire over the past 38 years.

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Environmental responsibility

At Admire Interiors & Commercial, we believe in creating more than just beautiful spaces – we believe in creating a better world. Our commitment to environmental responsibility is woven into the fabric of everything we do. We recognise the vital importance of preserving our planet for future generations, and we are dedicated to creating a positive impact on the environment through sustainable practices, innovation, and conscious decision-making.

Our team have taken measurable steps towards nurturing and maintaining the environment, and we have designed and built our new offices, showroom, and warehouse with an environmental consciousness in mind.

Plus our operations are designed to maximise energy efficiency, from manufacturing, to freight, to installation. Our new building also runs on solar energy and any unused power is directed back into the city grid.

We continue to implement the elements of “reduce, re-use, and recycle” throughout the office to reduce waste and we are continuously working to improve our manufacturing and delivery processes. We embrace up-cycling and repurposing to breathe new life into existing pieces, reducing the demand for new resources. Our team is dedicated to responsibly managing waste and recycling materials whenever possible.

As a mid-size business, we recognise our responsibility to our local community. We prioritise collaborating with local artisans, craftspeople, and suppliers, reducing transportation-related carbon emissions and supporting the growth of our community.

We are dedicated to environmentally responsible practices, offering eco-friendly options without compromising on style or quality. We stock a range of eco-friendly and recycled drapery and blind fabrics.

Admires journey towards environmental responsibility is a continuous one. We stay informed about the latest sustainable design practices and technologies, consistently seeking opportunities to enhance our eco-friendly initiatives.

By choosing Admire, you're not only investing in exceptional design but also in a brighter, greener future. Let's work together to create spaces that inspire, nurture, and respect our planet.