WATCH: Inside Caitlin Crisp’s Sunny Ellerslie Home

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WATCH: Inside Caitlin Crisp’s Sunny Ellerslie Home

"Home to me means family, a safe space, and a place to call home, not just a house."

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Last updated: 18 May 2026 | 4 min read
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Fashion designer Caitlin Crisp welcomes us into her sunny Ellerslie home, a hard-earned property she describes as cozy and welcoming. The space is a functional hub for her young family, featuring a dream nursery with challenging DIY wallpaper and clever bargain finds.

Despite its modest size, the home is perfect for entertaining, with a window seat creating a "grandstand" for watching rugby. Caitlin loves the underrated Ellerslie location, considering the property her family's current dream home.

A hard-earned first home

The home is lovingly scattered with fond memories.

Caitlin's 'dream nursery'.

The marble coffee table was a brilliant second hand find.

The ultimate entertaining "grandstand"

The window seat in the lounge is a family favourite spot.

Daily rituals

The dining area is where the family winds down.

An underrated urban oasis

The master bedroom.

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