First we were neighbors, then friends and now business partners. We – Pip Maxwell (interior designer) and Lisa Reid (graphic designer) have teamed up to share our passion for textiles.

Discovering Phil and Elly Smith from Talk of Turkey were approaching retirement after 30 years in business we contacted the Smiths to see if we could continue their legacy. The Smiths happily agreed and will continue to mentor and share their knowledge with Siggada.

Our aim is to encourage a new generation to appreciate these pieces as they add colour and texture into homes. Each piece is completely unique – you won’t see the same piece ever again. Siggada inspires clients with confidence to add personality to their interiors in contemporary, practical and creative ways. As we have all seen over the years the trend of exposed floors – usually polished wood or concrete – has become very prominent in interiors. We know Kilims provide warmth and comfort, both underfoot and visually.

Pip and Lisa will share tales of these textiles, where they originate from, their symbols and other anecdotes. Experience a visit and have hours of enjoyment for many more years to come when you take an original piece away with you.

Visit Siggada for a homely experience at 45 Hakanoa St, GreyLynn, Auckland.