Weaving Life with Olivia Moon of Nodi Rugs

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Photography: Infinite States and Olivia Moon
Interview by: Anna Harding

In a life that balances family, travel, and creative pursuit, Olivia Moon has found a way to slow down without losing momentum. Founder of Nodi Rugs, she begins each morning piled in bed with her children, husband, and dog, before tea, fried eggs, and meditation set the tone for the hours ahead. It’s this same mindfulness that threads through her work: rugs that feel like home, made with care, curiosity, and a devotion to the slow art of craft.

For Olivia, inspiration is never rushed. It’s found in her garden, on quiet beaches, in conversations with creative women, and in the treasures she collects from around the world. Nodi is more than a brand-it’s a space for reflection, challenge, and evolution, much like Olivia’s own life: intentional, layered, and quietly joyful.

In this conversation, she reflects on daily rituals and the rhythms of living well, revealing the world behind the rugs and the woman who makes them.

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How do you like to begin your day?

I start the day with cuddles with my children, husband and dog in bed—they all pile in every morning. Then a cup of my favourite organic English breakfast tea, fried eggs and my daily meditation—this all helps before the scramble to get everyone ready and out the door on time.

Do you have any evening rituals?

We installed an infrared sauna at home in our garden; it’s been a game-changer! Usually a sauna, a cup of tea, and pillow talk with my husband to round out the day."

“We spend as much time as possible being slow at home. My children’s favourite thing is a pyjama day—it means eating, playing, and lazing about all day, recharging our batteries.”

What sparked the creation of Nodi?

I was very curious about the craft behind making things by hand. It was an inner quest I didn’t question, which led me to living in Milan and India—moving to each place felt completely natural at the time.

Do you have slow places you return to for grounding?

My daily meditation, being in the garden looking at flowers and trees, and patting our dogs—they’re so present in the moment, it slows me right down.

How does home influence your wellbeing?

It’s my safe, quiet, grounded space where we can just be. We spend as much time as possible being slow at home. My children’s favourite thing is a pyjama day—it means eating, playing, and lazing about all day, recharging our batteries.

Any particularly nourishing spaces at home?

My garden, bedroom, and office space. They’re filled with treasures collected from around the globe—textiles, art, vintage furniture, lamps, and lots of floral references.

What fuels your inspiration outside work?

Travel, being in my garden, and connecting with creative women who inspire me.

Are there any books, makers, or landscapes that influence you?

My garden full of wild flowers, Cabana magazine, Katie Lockhart, and our beach house on Waiheke Island.

What does living well look like for you now?

Plenty of time for fun and connecting with close friends to balance the intensity of running a business; unplanned playtime with my children and husband; regular exercise and saunas; work and love—in balance.

Favourite cafés, galleries, or walks in Auckland?

I love escaping to the city gallery when there’s a great exhibition—it feels like high-quality escapism. And walking on Little Palm Beach on Waiheke, exploring the rock pools, feels nostalgic. I grew up in Wellington exploring coastline rock pools, so it brings back happy memories.

What excites you about the future of Nodi and your personal journey?

We’re focused on raising the bar with carpets and rugs. After 10 years, we’ve finally found our unique design language. Nodi is a vehicle of consciousness for me—it’s a journey of deep evolution and challenge. It feels powerful, mysterious, and exciting.