Our approach
Most projects don’t fall apart because of one big mistake.
They fall apart through a series of small, unstructured decisions.
Our approach is about removing that.
We bring clarity, structure, and direction to what is otherwise a complex and often overwhelming process — so every decision is made at the right time, for the right reason.
Every project starts with understanding how you live and what you want your home to feel like. From there, we shape a design that is cohesive, considered, and personal to you — not just visually, but in how it functions day to day.
We also guide where to invest, and where not to, helping you avoid the costly mistakes that often only become clear once it’s too late.
A clear process, designed around real life
Building or renovating can quickly become overwhelming. There are hundreds of decisions, multiple suppliers, competing opinions, and constant demands on your time.
Our role is to bring structure to that.
Danni leads the design direction, while Tom manages coordination behind the scenes, helping keep communication clear, decisions moving, and the process well organised.
For our clients, that means less chasing, less second guessing, and less time spent sorting through options that were never right in the first place. We streamline selections, organise showroom visits efficiently, and work in a way that respects the fact that our clients already have full lives.
The result is a process that feels clearer, easier, and far better managed from the outset.
A personal, accountable experience
We are a family business by design.
You work directly with us. The same people shaping the design stay involved in every decision, keeping communication consistent and the process clear and well managed.
It also means we are accountable. We care about the outcome, and about how you experience the process getting there. Our name is on every project, and we approach it that way.
A trusted partner
A big part of our role is helping clients navigate the decisions around the design, not just the design itself.
When you are building or renovating, it is not always obvious who to trust. Quotes can vary wildly, recommendations can be self-interested, and it can be difficult to know what is genuinely necessary and what is not.
We help make sense of that. If something does not stack up, we will tell you. That is part of the value we bring. Not just design expertise, but experienced advice and a genuine focus on what is right for you.
Meet the team
Principal Designer
Danni-Lee Corkery
Danni founded Danni-Lee Designs with a belief that thoughtful design can shape the way people live, feel, and connect with their home.
With more than a decade of industry experience, Danni brings a depth of knowledge that goes well beyond surface-level styling.
Her background across fine arts, upholstery, home staging, and kitchen design gives her a strong understanding of both the visual and practical sides of a project. That breadth of experience allows her to create homes that are not only visually cohesive, but carefully considered in how they function and feel to live in.
Danni holds a Diploma in Interior Design and her work has been recognised through a range of industry awards, including the Vectorworks Most Promising Interior Designer Award, a Master Builders House of the Year Gold Award, two Trends TIDA New Zealand Homes Awards Highly Commended projects, and Best of Houzz Design and Service Awards.
Operations
Tom Corkery
Tom is responsible for how each project runs behind the scenes.
With a background as a pilot and in commercial banking, he brings a high level of structure, clarity, and attention to detail to every project. He manages coordination with suppliers, reviews quotes, and ensures communication stays clear and consistent throughout.
This keeps decisions moving, reduces delays, and avoids the gaps that often occur in complex builds and renovations.
For clients, it means the process feels organised, well managed, and far easier to navigate.