18
Feature
Wednesday 23 October 2024
Unveiling a fresh look for Nelson’s beloved Thai restaurant Nahm, a cherished dining spot in Nelson, has reopened its doors following an extensive renovation that has been planned for a year and a half. Just ahead of its 10-year milestone in March 2025, owners Aun and Toey Cheah are excited to welcome back their customers to enjoy the restaurant’s fresh new look. "It’s great to be reopened and see our customers enjoy the new space," says Aun. "We’ve received a lot of good feedback from both our customers and team, and it makes me smile to see the new space in use." The renovation was not only a transformation in aesthetics but also a significant upgrade to the functionality of the restaurant. The bar, kitchen, and bathrooms
have been completely overhauled, along with interior painting to refresh the space. Aun and Toey worked closely with The Custom Space to redesign the layout, maximising efficiency for both staff and guests. "The renovation journey, which took a year and a half, was definitely a new experience for both Toey and I. The team at The Custom Space made the design process easy and enjoyable, and their joinery looks stunning," shares Aun. "Seeing the designs come alive from the paper plans has been great. We would also like to thank James J Building Ltd, who helped build and project manage the tradies." For Aun and Toey, the renovation wasn't just about aesthetics—it
was about creating a better working environment for their staff. "We would like to thank our wonderful team, who have been so supportive and patient throughout the renovation process. We hope the new space makes their jobs easier and gives them even
Pleasure working with you!
022 417 5468 New builds, renovations and home extensions
more pride in being part of the Nahm team," says Aun. With the renovations now complete, the team is ready for the busy summer season and excited to see the new space fully utilised. During the renovation, Aun and Toey took the opportunity to
focus on innovation in their culinary offerings as well. Alongside Nahm, the couple also owns Angry Thaiger in Nelson and another Thai restaurant in Auckland. "We’ve been using the Angry Thaiger kitchen to continue bringing some of the Thai food