What Our Clients Say

"A long job in the making (over 20 years of reflection), with tight design requirements (less than 3 x 4 sq. metres and a lot to be squeezed in) - and Ann & Donald nailed it, literally and metaphorically. We're very, very pleased. Ann provided inspired design suggestions and was responsive throughout to our needs. It's a daily pleasure to work in; we're big admirers of Absolute Design Group and have no hesitation in recommending them." – Denis Asher

"Ann designed me a beautiful kitchen with everything I wanted (and there was a long wish list). I had never done anything like this before and she helped guide me threw all the processes that needed to be done and at what stage it should be done! Very helpful and very patient! A wonderful experience and an amazing kitchen, that I love!!" – Angela

"Thank you so much for all of your advice and patience which has resulted in this amazing kitchen!" – Robyn and Peter

"You will be pleased to hear that we still love our new kitchen. I don't think there is anything we would change if we were starting again." – Tony and Elizabeth

"Thank you for all your assistance and the wonderful cabinets and kitchen. There's nothing we would change. As discussed more than happy for you to take photos for your website or even for entry into a competition. You should promote the great kitchen you designed for us." – Garry & Tracey Mitchell

"Ann was fantastic to work with, right from the very first meeting through to the completion of our new kitchen. We had some loose ideas about the style of kitchen we wanted and Ann was able to interpret and enhance our suggestions to produce something that ultimately exceeded our expectations. The newly created butlers pantry was brilliantly thought out and has made a huge difference to the way we use the kitchen space. Ann has exceptional attention to detail and was always very happy to accommodate any tweaks we wanted to make to the designs along the way. When it came to fitting the kitchen the whole job was very speedy and efficient with the cabinetry being built off site and installed by Donald within a matter of days. Overall a very smooth and enjoyable process with a highly experienced and professional team. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Absolute Design Group to others!" – Joel Porter

"We had a great experience with Ann's help in designing our new kitchen. She was very thorough and helpful and suggestions and choices, and made it a lot easier than it would have been had we tried to do everything ourselves. Very happy to recommend her to anyone in Wellington thinking on refurbishing their kitchen." – Jason Darwin

"We worked with Ann and her team on our new kitchen and have to say the results were spectacular….visitors are wowed every time. Nothing was too much trouble, and if I wanted something a bit different Ann always came up with a solution. Process was a pleasure….everything ran very smoothly - would recommend Ann at Absolute Design Group to anyone looking for something special that will stand the test of time." – Bev Dench

"We are thrilled with the kitchen delivered by Ann and her team. Ann's patience as we worked through numerous design changes is to be commended. Many of her suggestions were incorporated into the final design, which was just what we had envisaged when we started this journey. Her team consisted of amazing professionals who ensured an extremely high-quality result. We continue to be delighted and would highly recommend Ann and her team." – Craig Black

"Thank you for your patience and support as we work to reinstate our home. We are enjoying the latest design process and love working with you :). Wishing you and your family a lovely Christmas and New Year. Warmest regards." – Helen and Martin

"Love the Kitchen, thank you so much. Please pass on to Donald too. The kitchen works so well. I'm thrilled with it." – Alex

"From start to finish, you made the whole process easy, from giving me ideas, to getting it all on paper, to getting the whole job done. All of the people who did the work did a great job and were a pleasure to work with. Thank your for that. I wish renovating jobs were always this stress free!" – Rhys and Debbie Jones

"Ann Beales was recommended to us by another satisfied client when we were planning a major kitchen renovation in 2019. Ann was very easy to deal with. She was responsive to our ideas, helpful and creative with her own suggestions and advice, and very knowledgeable about the up-to-date finishes, fixtures and fittings which added significantly to the quality of the outcome. Importantly for us, Ann organized the whole job including the sub-trades; builder, electrician, plumber and cabinetry joiner, so the work proceeded smoothly and speedily from demolition and removal, to installation and finishing. We have been very happy with the finished product, so much so that we engaged Ann and her team again in 2021 to do a make-over of the laundry. We highly recommend Ann and the Absolute Design Group. Geoff & Jenny Ellis Churton Park Wellington" – Geoffrey Ellis

"We love our new kitchen! Ann was able to give us really good advice along the way. And having the tradies organised for us just made the whole process so much easier. Highly recommend this business." – Annette Barnes

"Ann did an amazing job of designing, and installing our new kitchen with so little fuss. The end result is perfect. Nothing short of excellence was the bench mark for Ann and her team." – Ross Thurston

"Visiting the Absolute Design Group in Ngauranga, we were very impressed with the showroom kitchen, after meeting and talking with Ann Beales we knew we would like her to design our new kitchen. We had a very dated kitchen in an old house, Ann came up with great solutions. Ann was wonderful to work with, communication was great. The workmanship of the cupboards and fitting was of a high standard. We are very happy with our new kitchen, the design means everything is workable and makes cooking enjoyable. Thank you Debra & Terry Robinson" – Debra Robinson

"Dear Ann and Donald, Heather and I wish to express our profound gratitude to you and Donald for the wonderful work you both did with our new kitchen recently. We are excited with the end result. Your unruffled, considered opinions and guidance were appreciated by both of us. We were allowed to come to our own conclusions regarding the design and appliances. There was no rush from you or any pressure to buy. As indicated above, the finished kitchen is a delight to work in. The space is effective and extremely well designed, with some really top space saving ideas being implemented. The twin sinks are a perfect size. Further, the new bench top is stunning. All in all, everyone involved with our kitchen did a magnificent job. We have no hesitation in recommending Absolute Design Group Ltd to anyone who is seeking super service where excellence is the minimum standard. We are happy for you to use this letter as you see fit as a reference. Further, any prospective customers are invited to contact us to discuss the content of this letter and possibly view our kitchen. Again, thanks a million and kind regards to you both." – Ross and Heather – Wellington

"Thanks for a great job on our kitchen. We both enjoy working in it. Valance potters around in it constantly. It is really lovely. Hope you have a chance to have a break over Christmas." – Jillian and Valance

"Ann helped design my kitchen and pantry and organised the installation. She absolutely met the brief and organised a tidy and efficient install. The builder did a beautiful job and we are absolutely delighted with the result. I would have no hesitation in using Ann's services again." – Karehana

"Ann provided us with an excellent initial kitchen design which minimized a lot of the decision making for us. The finished kitchen is a pleasure to use with a place for everything and everything in the right place. Donald was meticulous with his attention to detail in carrying out the installation of the finished joinery." – Bruce Jones

"Highly recommend Ann and Donald. They have done an amazing job with the kitchen and scullery in our newly built home. They worked alongside other contractors during a difficult process and they stayed professional. Our kitchen is designed perfect for our family and installed with precision. We love our kitchen and scullery, thanks!" – Jade Cosgrove

"I absolutely loved my new kitchen. It was beautifully designed and suited the house perfectly, Ann did a wonderful job from start to finish. Unfortunately we had to sell this house and it was the major factor in attaining the sale and the new owner loved the new kitchen just as much as I did." – Abbey Avery