Simon James Design is a New Zealand based company committed to developing and manufacturing innovative contemporary furniture for both the residential and commercial market. Established in 1998 by Simon James as a vehicle to distribute his own work, and to introduce international brands to the New Zealand market.
Simon James graduated with a Bachelor of Spatial Design from Auckland University of Technology in 1996. Shortly after this he began producing his own work with a strong emphasis on function and attention to detail. His work has been exhibited in a number of countries including Tokyo, New York and Milan, as well as being produced by Idee in Japan.
Today, alongside the core Simon James Design collection, is a carefully selected range of products that are representative of the best international and local design talent. Including leading names in international design such as Established and Sons, Droog, Swedese, Jasper Morrison, Barber Osgerby, Skandiform, and Zero. And, New Zealand designers David Trubridge, Purple South, Bob McDonald, David Moreland and Candywhistle.
As well as developing the core range Simon James Design works regularly with other professionals from the design industry, particularly architects and specifiers, who are in need of innovative furniture and lighting solutions. This is a process that often involves designing a new product from scratch and collaborating with the client to ensure their needs are met. Some of these large-scale projects have included supplying furniture to Air New Zealand, Westpac, BNZ, Auckland University, Vodafone, Brickbay Sculpture Trail, Department of Labour, The Hilton and Microsoft.
The Upper Queen Street showroom is open to both commercial and retail clients, here it showcases a large range of products suitable for the home or office. Simon James Design continues to offer a commitment to quality with a knowledgeable, flexible and efficient approach to design within a friendly, relaxed environment.
Simon James Design has a long-term commitment to continue finding new ways to lessen their environmental impact and provide a service to those interested in some of the most innovative design solutions this country and the world has to offer.