• Our Story

  • The Ivy House was founded from a love of home and the belief that the objects we live with shape how we feel. Inspired by a home known locally as The Ivy House, our first Auckland showroom opened in 2014 with the desire to share the story of Armadillo’s handwoven rugs. 

    What began with a single collection has grown into a curated destination for natural, sustainable and beautifully made pieces for New Zealand homes.

  • Our Story

  • The Ivy House was founded from a love of home and the belief that the objects we live with shape how we feel. Inspired by a home known locally as The Ivy House, our first Auckland showroom opened in 2014 with the desire to share the story of Armadillo’s handwoven rugs. 

    What began with a single collection has grown into a curated destination for natural, sustainable and beautifully made pieces for New Zealand homes.

  • Our Philosophy

  • We believe home is both sanctuary and stage; a place to restore, to create and to gather with those we love. The textures, tones and fibres that surround us play a powerful role in how we live and how we feel. 

    Natural materials hold a quiet energy that synthetic can never replicate. They connect us back to nature, grounding us in beauty and simplicity.

  • Our Philosophy

  • We believe home is both sanctuary and stage; a place to restore, to create and to gather with those we love. The textures, tones and fibres that surround us play a powerful role in how we live and how we feel. 

    Natural materials hold a quiet energy that synthetic can never replicate. They connect us back to nature, grounding us in beauty and simplicity.

  • Our Ethos

  • At The Ivy House, kindness and care sit at the heart of everything we do, for our homes, for the makers we represent, and for the planet we share. 

    We seek out pieces that are thoughtfully designed and responsibly crafted. We believe in quality that lasts, and in investing in items that bring enduring joy and integrity to your space.

  • Our Ethos

  • At The Ivy House, kindness and care sit at the heart of everything we do, for our homes, for the makers we represent, and for the planet we share. 

    We seek out pieces that are thoughtfully designed and responsibly crafted. We believe in quality that lasts, and in investing in items that bring enduring joy and integrity to your space.

What We Offer

From rugs to textiles, each collection is chosen with intention. We partner with makers who share our values of sustainability, craftsmanship and authenticity. 

Our Auckland showroom in Grey Lynn is open to both design professionals and the public, offering full sampling and personalised consultations. We also extend our services across New Zealand, sending samples and offering support wherever your project may be.

Visit us

Discover The Ivy House in Grey Lynn, Auckland. Our showroom is open Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm, with free parking at the door (access via Sussex street). 

We’d love to welcome you in, or you can connect with us at hello@theivyhouse.co.nz or on 09 373 3396.

Contact us

What does B Corp Certification Mean?

Armadillo wanted to hold themselves to the highest standards in the world so customers have the confidence to know that they are investing in a truly ethical product.

Read more

Why are there loose threads?

We call these loose threads 'pop ups'. Depending on the type of rug, you may see a strand of fibre sticking up from your brand new rug. These will occur occasionally as your new rug settles.

Read more

At Armadillo, giving back is the only way forward.

Founded in 2009 by Jodie Fried and Sally Pottharst, Armadillo has always been driven by ethics as well as aesthetics.

Read more