The Axe











MondayClosed.
Tuesday10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Wednesday10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Thursday10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Friday10:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Saturday10:00 am – 4:00 pm.
Sunday12:00 – 4:00 pm.
Located in the creative neighbourhood of Newtown lies The Axe, a beautifully curated furniture and homeware store with a twist. The Axe is the second store opened by Meg Domett, with Stacks Furniture right next door being her first love. It was the size restrictions of Stacks that pushed Meg to open The Axe, the concept of which was born out of Meg’s desire to have a space to house gifts and homewares, as well as beautiful contemporary furniture.
Described as “Beautiful – Fun – Affordable”, The Axe stocks carefully selected classic, timeless pieces that you wouldn’t otherwise see in a chain homewares store. From reading glasses to notebooks and candles, there’s something for everyone to fall in love with.
The Axe also stocks the well-known Wellington coffee brand Rich Coffee, which is brewed just up the road, and their lovely blooms are from Bella Bloom Florist in Wellington. The store also places a heavy emphasis on fair trade, importing products such as their Nkuku antique copper frames, which are produced by artisans in India and Maraetai solid oak dining tables.
The name of the store reflects its aesthetic; timeless, simple, useful and inexpensive.
Words by Victoria Bostan & Photography by Anna Briggs
Information not correct? Report an error
Location
187 Adelaide Road, Newtown, Wellington
Nearby Places
Black Coffee

A coffee shop, music shop and art gallery all in one, Black Coffee has quickly cemented itself as one of the favourite Newtown hangouts.
Margot

Tucked away in the heart of Newtown in Wellington is the little restaurant, Margot.
Cicio Cacio

You might try Cicio Cacio before a gig next door but the food in itself is worth a quick 10-minute bus trip or Uber from the city.
Similar Places
Kowtow

Kowtow inspires shoppers to think a little more before handing over their credit card.
Abel Fabriek

Hidden away from street view on the main Aro Valley shopping strip, you’ll find Abel Fabriek, part perfumery, part elegant retail store.
Humble & Grand

A homewares store that exudes a certain charm, stocked with contemporary and classic goods from NZ and further afield.
Wanda Harland Design Store

A clothing, decor, homewares and jewellery store in the heart of Petone that balances fun and frivolity with sustainability.