Behind our Handwoven Pendants

We believe that the objects we live with should carry meaning. Our collection of handcrafted pendants is a testament to this — each piece thoughtfully woven by hand in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, where ...

Project Feature — Rhythm & Greens by ata

This project features takes you inside a seaside escape freshly transformed by ata, a Mount Maunganui based architectural studio led by Adam Taylor. Nestled between the lush greens of the Mt Ma...

Behind our Reclaimed Teak Collection

Having become a cornerstone of our Kayu Studio collection, our Reclaimed Teak Collection always captures the attention and curiosity of our customers. Explore the craftsmanship and process behind ...

Auckland Showroom Opening

We are thrilled to have recently expanded to Auckland. After the success of our first showroom in Mount Maunganui, bringing our unique furniture collections to Grey Lynn is a significant milestone ...

Meet The Team. James Mitchell — Founder/Managing Director

Meet James. Kayu founder & Managing Director.   What is your role at Kayu Studio & what does it involve?I'm the Managing Director, my role focuses on the sourcing and manufacturing of Kayu...

The Sovereign Edit

We recently teamed up with with local Mount Maunganui interior designer Kathrine McDonald to feature some of our pieces in one of her recently completed projects. Kath's meticulous attention to ...