Stockist in Profile | Kira & Kira

Pictured: Grason & Simone with their two kids at The Kira House

Tell us about your business – as it is now, and your business journey:

Grason and I both had the desire and passion for interiors and furniture and to support local suppliers, artists and creators. This underlying passion for design and architecture manifested itself when Grason started making furniture - and as a natural progression, Kira & Kira was born.

We both love being around people; the one-on-one interaction in-store and building relationships within the community is really important to us.

This complements our Interior Design Projects as it allows in-person interaction throughout the whole process. We love the end-to-end process of design, planning something from its initial phase to seeing it come to life. We're always pushing the boundaries of design!

What’s your professional background? Specifically, how has it influenced your business today?

Our professional backgrounds are in project management and retail, which really shaped and influenced our business and what it is today. Our project management experience helps with the business side of things, whilst our retail experience was a great way to cement processes for buying and knowing our customers.

We also love working with our team and customers on a daily basis. Our professional backgrounds, infused with our creative desire to push boundaries, and paired with our strong passion for design have been really complementary to the business.

When did you first develop an interest in interior design and style?

We always had an interest in design including all avenues such as fashion, interior, architecture, and art. This is what led us to launch Kira & Kira Store. From when we launched 9 years ago to now, the business has evolved and our direction has shifted at times – we are very proud to reflect on how far the business has grown.

Your store is a space that inspires timeless design for both Gold Coast locals and visitors alike – who and what inspires you?

Thank you! We always keep an open door, making people feel welcome. Grason and I lived in London for 8 years and participated in an abundance of travel throughout this time, this has really shaped our style and design visions.

Working alongside amazing people, building relationships, establishing artists and supporting local businesses is a big one for us. We're all about inspiring others with things that inspire us, and we regularly love to share stories about the pieces we have in store. We're really passionate about longevity; we value buy once, buy well.

How does a typical day for you unfold?

I start the day walking the dogs, grabbing a coffee and heading into the store to work alongside the rest of the Kira & Kira Team Monday - Thursday. Lately, Grason has been spending a lot of time on North Stradbroke Island where we have recently bought and are renovating a property (exciting things to come!).