INTERIOR DESIGNERS
TOGETHER, CREATING BEAUTIFUL INTERIORS
ALI BROWN + PIP STEPHEN
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
The Design Co is the interior design duo of Ali Brown & Pip Stephen
Our partnership is based on a love of design-led solutions for the home and those who live in it
We believe your interior space should be a haven, a sanctuary, a place of comfort. We specialise in residential design, creating crafted interior environments. With bases in Wellington & Arrowtown we service Wellington, Wairarapa, Kapiti, Queenstown Lakes and around Aotearoa
Our personal approach allows us to take the time to fully understand you, to respond to the way you live or work, creating for you interior spaces that are not only beautiful ~ but functional, original and uniquely yours
Our experience, knowledge and industry relationships means we collaborate with the 'best of the best' from at home and around the world to deliver you the highest quality products and tradespeople
Most importantly ~ we take away the guess-work and make the process fun & stress-free!
Ali & Pip
PIP STEPHEN + ALI BROWN
INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Our interior design practice is built on a shared love of design-led solutions - created for the home, and the people who live in them.
At The Design Co believe your interior should be a haven. A sanctuary. A space that brings comfort, ease, and everyday joy. We specialise in residential design, crafting layered, thoughtful environments that feel as good as they look.
With studios in Wellington and Arrowtown, we work across the Wellington region, Wairarapa, Kāpiti Coast, Queenstown Lakes - and throughout Aotearoa.
Our approach is personal. We take the time to understand how you live and what makes you feel at home. From there, we design interiors that are not only beautiful, but functional, enduring, and uniquely yours.
With deep experience, trusted industry relationships, and a love of collaboration, we work with the best - locally and globally - to bring you exceptional products and skilled tradespeople.
And most importantly, we take away the guesswork and make the process feel easy, inspiring, and fun!
Pip & Ali
ALI
designer
Ali brings the heart of your home to life with effortless flow and intuitive planning. A natural spatial thinker, she often senses better furniture arrangements before saying a word - don’t be surprised if she subtly realigns your space on day one.
Her flair for colour is undeniable: whether crafting interior or exterior palettes, Ali curates harmonious and striking schemes that elevate your home’s character. With an eye for standout furnishings and unique pieces, she dives deep into the hunt - scouring both local gems and global sources - to uncover those perfect elements that make your home singularly yours.
Warm, professional, and endlessly creative, Ali transforms the design journey into a collaborative, fun, and stress‑free experience - just the way living should feel.
PIP
designer
Pip brings a fearless love of colour, pattern, and all things beautiful to every project. With an expert eye for fabrics, wallpaper, and texture, she curates layered spaces that are both expressive and enduring.
Her background in professional home staging means she knows exactly how to elevate a space - think effortless style with that ‘ready-for-the-magazine’ feel. Pip’s instinct for composition, detail, and flow turns ideas into polished realities.
Working with Pip is a creative journey - one where bold choices feel easy, and beauty is found in every detail. Her passion for timeless design ensures your space not only looks incredible but feels just right for the way you live.