Kayu Studio

Kayu Studio’s retail spaces in Auckland and Mount Maunganui showcase a refined approach to interior design, where materiality, texture and tone are carefully considered. The application of Novacolor Calce Cruda Venetian plaster brings a seamless, natural finish to the walls, elevating the overall spatial experience.

Calce Cruda is a lime-based Venetian plaster designed to create soft, matte surfaces with subtle movement and depth. Widely specified across New Zealand for both residential and commercial interiors, this breathable plaster finish offers a timeless alternative to paint, delivering texture without visual heaviness.

At Kayu Studio, the finish introduces a quiet warmth that complements the studio’s curated selection of furniture and objects.

As light moves through the space, the plaster reveals tonal variation and a gentle, tactile quality. This interaction enhances the architectural envelope, allowing the walls to become an integral part of the design rather than a simple backdrop.

Applied by The Finish, the project highlights the versatility of Venetian plaster in retail environments, where durability, low maintenance and aesthetic performance are equally important. The result is a cohesive interior that reflects Kayu Studio’s focus on craftsmanship, natural materials and considered design.