Back From Türkiye
We’ve been back to Türkiye.
Following last year’s successful sourcing trip, our design team returned to Istanbul’s leading textile fairs — including Texhibition Istanbul and HOMETEX — and to Bursa’s historic mills to refresh and expand our exclusive fabric collections for New Zealand homes. The new fabrics are now starting to arrive, and we’re excited to show you what they can bring to your home: thoughtful design, rich texture, and colour that feels both current and timeless.
Why We Keep Going Back
Türkiye remains one of the world’s most important textile regions, combining deep weaving heritage with advanced production and confident contemporary design. Each visit allows us to:
Reconnect with the mills and designers we trust
Review new developments in weave, print, and finish
Test fabrics against real New Zealand conditions — light, climate, and lifestyle
Select pieces that feel distinctive, not “off the shelf”
We do this so you can have something exclusive for your home, not what every man has. Good design need not cost more; it simply needs to be well chosen.
What We Looked For This Time
This year’s trip was focused and intentional. We went looking for fabrics that would:
Work beautifully as custom curtains and blinds in New Zealand’s changing light
Offer real-world performance for family living, pets, and high-traffic areas
Bring depth and interest to upholstery without feeling heavy or formal
Sit comfortably alongside architectural interiors, from modern new builds to character homes
That meant handling hundreds of samples, testing drape and weight, comparing colour under different lights, and asking: “Would we put this in our own homes?”
Curated for New Zealand Living
As always, our focus is on fabrics that work beautifully in New Zealand interiors. That means:
Colours that sit well in our light, from soft coastal tones to deeper, moodier shades
Textures that add warmth and depth to modern, architectural homes
Performance fabrics that stand up to family life, pets, and everyday use
Designer upholstery and drapery options that elevate a room without feeling overly formal
Every fabric we bring back is evaluated for hand-feel, drape, durability, and how it will look once made up as custom curtains, blinds, shutters, or upholstery.
What’s New This Season
This year’s selection builds on the foundations of last year’s collections, with:
New neutral palettes with subtle variation in tone and texture
Bold feature fabrics for statement chairs, headboards, and drapery
Refined linens, textured weaves, and soft-touch velvets
Sustainable and eco-conscious options that align with modern, design-led homes
These fabrics will be unveiled progressively in our North Shore Textile Gallery. You’re welcome to visit, touch, and compare samples in person, with our team on hand to explain how each fabric behaves and where it works best.
How These Fabrics Translate Into Your Home
The real value of these collections shows up once they’re made up. A fabric that looks ordinary on a rail can become something special when:
Cut and sewn as floor-to-ceiling custom curtains that frame a view
Tailored into Roman blinds that suit clean, modern lines
Layered with sheers, linings, and trims for a fully resolved window treatment
Our consultants work with you to match fabric to function — considering sun exposure, privacy, insulation, acoustics, and the overall mood you want in each room.
Good Design, Thoughtfully Priced
Our philosophy has not changed: good design need not cost more. What matters is choosing the right fabric, in the right weight and finish, and making it up properly.
By sourcing directly and curating carefully, we can offer:
Exclusive fabrics you won’t find in mass-market ranges
Professional advice on what will work in your specific home
Custom solutions — curtains, blinds, shutters, and upholstery — tailored to your windows, rooms, and budget
Who These Collections Are For
These new arrivals are designed for:
Homeowners planning a refresh or new build who want fabrics that feel considered, not generic
Architects and interior designers looking for designer fabrics and custom window furnishings for projects across Auckland and New Zealand
Families who want beautiful, durable textiles that can handle real life
Anyone who values quality, longevity, and a more personal approach to their home
Book Your In-Home Consultation
If you’re planning a refresh or a new build, now is the ideal time to explore these new collections. Book a complimentary in-home consultation, and our designers will bring selected fabrics to you, along with advice on colour, layering, and finishing details.
Explore the latest arrivals and book your consultation at www.redgraves.co.nz.