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Lighting has the power to completely transform the way a home feels, yet it is often one of the most overlooked elements of the design process.
Join Häfele, Social Light and Powersurge at Residium for an inspiring and practical evening exploring the fundamentals of residential lighting design. Designed for homeowners, renovators, designers and anyone planning a home project, this seminar will help you better understand how thoughtful lighting can improve the comfort, functionality and atmosphere of a home.
COST: FREE
DATE: Thursday 25th February
TIME: 6-8pm
LOCATION: Residium Design + Building Centre, 165 The Strand, Parnell.
Throughout the evening, our presenters will discuss:
• Creating layered lighting throughout the home
• How lighting influences mood, atmosphere and wellbeing
• Kitchen, wardrobe and cabinetry lighting ideas
• Functional versus decorative lighting
• Selecting feature lighting and statement pieces
• Indoor and outdoor lighting inspiration
• Common lighting mistakes in renovations and new builds
• Key decisions to make early in the design process
Your Hosts
Phil Paterson & Kat Lowry – Social Light
Kat and Phil are the directors behind Social Light, combining expertise in interior design, electrical systems and bespoke lighting manufacturing. Together, they bring a practical and design-led approach to lighting, helping homeowners create spaces that feel both functional and beautifully considered. Social Light curates a highly regarded collection of international lighting brands, design their own in-house collections and work closely with homeowners, designers and architects to deliver tailored lighting solutions throughout New Zealand.
Belle Bourne – Häfele
Belle is Häfele New Zealand's Specification and Brand Experience Manager and a qualified kitchen designer with more than a decade of experience in residential design and detailing. Combining practical design knowledge with Häfele's global expertise, Belle specialises in helping homeowners and designers create functional, beautifully considered spaces through thoughtful hardware, integrated lighting and storage solutions.
Andrea Harradine – Powersurge
Andrea is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Powersurge, an Auckland-based design house renowned for its award-winning, handcrafted lighting. Alongside co-founder Todd Stevenson, she oversees the creation of bespoke brass lighting, mirrors, and hardware, all meticulously crafted by hand in Auckland and featured in some of New Zealand’s most inspiring homes and commercial spaces.
Complimentary refreshments provided.
Free event. Registration essential.
Please note: when ordering your ticket, you'll be taken to a checkout page—but as tickets are free, no payment details are required. Simply enter your contact information to complete your booking.
Lighting has the power to completely transform the way a home feels, yet it is often one of the most overlooked elements of the design process.
Join Häfele, Social Light and Powersurge at Residium for an inspiring and practical evening exploring the fundamentals of residential lighting design. Designed for homeowners, renovators, designers and anyone planning a home project, this seminar will help you better understand how thoughtful lighting can improve the comfort, functionality and atmosphere of a home.
COST: FREE
DATE: Thursday 25th February
TIME: 6-8pm
LOCATION: Residium Design + Building Centre, 165 The Strand, Parnell.
Throughout the evening, our presenters will discuss:
• Creating layered lighting throughout the home
• How lighting influences mood, atmosphere and wellbeing
• Kitchen, wardrobe and cabinetry lighting ideas
• Functional versus decorative lighting
• Selecting feature lighting and statement pieces
• Indoor and outdoor lighting inspiration
• Common lighting mistakes in renovations and new builds
• Key decisions to make early in the design process
Your Hosts
Phil Paterson & Kat Lowry – Social Light
Kat and Phil are the directors behind Social Light, combining expertise in interior design, electrical systems and bespoke lighting manufacturing. Together, they bring a practical and design-led approach to lighting, helping homeowners create spaces that feel both functional and beautifully considered. Social Light curates a highly regarded collection of international lighting brands, design their own in-house collections and work closely with homeowners, designers and architects to deliver tailored lighting solutions throughout New Zealand.
Belle Bourne – Häfele
Belle is Häfele New Zealand's Specification and Brand Experience Manager and a qualified kitchen designer with more than a decade of experience in residential design and detailing. Combining practical design knowledge with Häfele's global expertise, Belle specialises in helping homeowners and designers create functional, beautifully considered spaces through thoughtful hardware, integrated lighting and storage solutions.
Andrea Harradine – Powersurge
Andrea is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Powersurge, an Auckland-based design house renowned for its award-winning, handcrafted lighting. Alongside co-founder Todd Stevenson, she oversees the creation of bespoke brass lighting, mirrors, and hardware, all meticulously crafted by hand in Auckland and featured in some of New Zealand’s most inspiring homes and commercial spaces.
Complimentary refreshments provided.
Free event. Registration essential.
Please note: when ordering your ticket, you'll be taken to a checkout page—but as tickets are free, no payment details are required. Simply enter your contact information to complete your booking.