Buying furniture online usually means picking from a fixed catalogue. But what if you could design your own piece — choosing the timber, size, and finish — and see it come to life in real time?

At Innate Furniture, we’re making this possible with our upcoming 3D configurator. Launching in late 2025, it will allow New Zealanders to:

• Customise dimensions to fit their space perfectly.

• Choose local materials like West Coast beech, Northland tōtara, and recycled rimu.

• Select finishes such as natural oils or UV-cured coatings.

• Visualise the design in real time, so you know exactly what you’re ordering.

Behind the scenes, our configurator is powered by AI-driven systems. Once you confirm your design, it automatically:

• Generates manufacturing drawings for our local fabricators.

• Books freight through partners like Mainfreight.

• Keeps you updated with real-time progress tracking of your order.

This combination of traditional craft and advanced technology means you get furniture that’s personalised, sustainable, and efficient — without the delays or guesswork.

For designers and architects, it also opens up new possibilities. Instead of adapting your vision to off-the-shelf options, you can create bespoke furniture that reflects your project’s needs while staying true to local, sustainable materials.

So, how can you design custom furniture online in NZ? Soon, with Innate’s configurator, the process will be simple, transparent, and inspiring — bringing together innovation and craftsmanship to make unique, NZ-made pieces accessible nationwide.