Meet Dave
Dave has been part of the Global Living family for many years and is most likely the craftsman who will breathe new life into your cherished furniture.
Born and raised in the upholstery industry, Dave began his journey over 45 years ago working in his parents’ workshop Modern Trend Ltd. Since then, he has never stopped honing his craft. Specialising in residential reupholstery, Dave has restored countless pieces across both Australia and New Zealand—giving beloved furniture and family heirlooms a beautiful second life.
In addition to reupholstery, Dave has extensive experience in creating bespoke furniture from the ground up, including bed headboards, ottomans, and more. He also handles furniture repairs with ease, frequently re-foaming and stitching vintage pieces—even those that are over a hundred years old.
With Dave, your furniture is in expert hands.
20 Years of selling NZ-Made
Global Living is a small, family-owned business proudly based in Christchurch, serving our community for over 20 years. From the beginning, we've been passionate about offering high-quality, sustainable, and long-lasting New Zealand-made furniture.
We take pride in providing pieces that are built to stand the test of time. In addition to our expert furniture recovery services, we offer a wide selection of brand-new furniture from trusted New Zealand manufacturers such as Kovacs, Soren Møbler, and Danske Møbler.
Whether you're refreshing a beloved piece or looking for something new, you'll find timeless comfort and style at Global Living.
We're proud to offer a dedicated fabric room in our Christchurch showroom, showcasing an extensive collection of samples from New Zealand’s top suppliers—including Warwick, Zepel, James Dunlop, and Mokum. You'll also find a curated selection of rug samples from Weave.
Our collection is regularly updated to reflect the latest trends and current stock availability. If you spot something online, we’re happy to order in samples for you to view in person.
Come in-store, browse at your leisure, and speak with our friendly team for any guidance you need. Found something you love? Take it home on appro and see how it complements your space.
Our Showroom
Where To Find Us
We are based in Central Christchurch on 320 Manchester Street, and open 9 am to 5 pm on weekdays, and 10 am to 5 pm on weekends.
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