Meet Your Expert Kitchen Designer
in Bay of Plenty & Waikato –
Kate Blakeborough
Kitchen Designs That Feel as Good as They Look
At Design Suite, every great kitchen starts with understanding how you live. Led by Kate Blakeborough, a certified kitchen designer with over seven years of experience, our studio brings together creative vision, technical expertise, and a deep commitment to personalised service.
Where Function Meets Heart in Expert Kitchen Design
Kate believes that your kitchen should work beautifully and feel completely yours. Whether you’re building new in Waikato or renovating in the Bay of Plenty, she blends practical layout planning with timeless style – always tailored to how you cook, live, and gather at home.
Qualifications That Back the Vision
Industry-Recognised, Locally Grounded
Continual Learning and Kitchen Design Innovation
Kate holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Waikato and is a Certified Kitchen and Bathroom Designer (CKDNZ). With this foundation and a finger on the pulse of international kitchen trends, her designs are both structurally sound and aesthetically striking.
Continual Growth, Fresh Perspective in the Bay of Plenty & Waikato
Always evolving, Kate brings the latest in kitchen spatial planning, surface trends, and appliance integration into each project – while staying true to her belief in honest, client-first design.
A Boutique Kitchen Design Experience From Start to Finish
In 2018, Design Suite was born from a desire to offer something different: a design process that’s calm, collaborative, and focused on real people – not just plans and products. Whether you’re in the Bay of Plenty or Waikato, you’ll work directly with Kate from concept to completion.
More Than Just a Kitchen Designer
With hands-on experience as a Chef and Construction Project Management, Kate understands both the workflow and the worksite. Her designs are practical, ergonomic, and built to stand the test of time – without sacrificing beauty.
Meet Our Expert Kitchen Designer
Dedicated to intentional design, Kate is an experienced and highly qualified kitchen designer. She brings unparalleled expertise to every project, making her the perfect choice for your design needs.
Kitchen Design That Reflects You
No two families cook the same, and no two kitchens should either. Kate listens first, then designs spaces that reflect your lifestyle and taste – whether you’re after a warm, contemporary kitchen or a classic design with a modern edge.
Why Clients Across Bay of Plenty & Waikato Choose Design Suite
✔ Personalised one-on-one service, every step of the way
✔ Certified kitchen design expertise (CKDNZ)
✔ Full set of high quality spatial plans and 3D renders with complimentary fixtures & fittings schedule
✔ Flexible pricing modules for concept, developed, manufacture and mechanical drawings
✔ Two-location flexibility for on-site or remote consults
✔ Seamless blend of visual harmony and practical layout
✔ Project clarity from start to finish for complete kitchen interior design
Kate’s kitchens are more than just beautiful spaces – they’re built to work. Every project balances textures, colours, and cabinetry with the technical precision needed for a well-functioning kitchen.
Your Dream Kitchen Starts Here
If you’re ready to create a space that’s as functional as it is beautiful, Kate is here to guide you. With a calm, expert hand and a keen eye for design, she helps homeowners across Bay of Plenty and Waikato bring their dream kitchens to life – beautifully, thoughtfully, and professionally.
Let’s bring your dream kitchen to life. Let’s start with a conversation and book your design consultation today.
Bringing Dreams to Life
Committed to professional design detail and dedicated to realising clients’ dream kitchens, I focus on spatial planning, ergonomics, and extensive design experience to bring visions to reality. Experience how each project becomes a masterpiece of kitchen spatial design.
kate@designsuite.co.nz
021 1874 370
224 Pukehina Parade, RD 9 Pukehina, Te Puke.
554 Kereone Road, RD 1 Morrinsville.
Contact Us:
Monday to Friday: 9am – 4pm