A 100-year old Auckland bungalow gets a Scandinavian-inspired revival
A tired Auckland bungalow was slowly and thoughtfully polished into a rare gem after a five-year glow-up
Minimalism takes centre stage in this modern Wainuiomata barn
Being intentional and choosing neutral colours was the key to creating a calm, minimal environment for this family
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A sustainable, energy-efficient barn-style home in the bush
Built for low-tox, family living, this passive solar house sits on 40 hectares of land.
Inside an Ellerslie villa where English charm meets curated cool
From wainscoting to William Morris furnishings, the decorative details in this breezy Auckland home bring together the old and new.
A hidden Ponsonby garden brimming with wildflowers and whimsy
Wild landscaping, dreamy botanicals and Mozart sonatas mingle in a secret urban Auckland garden.
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Home on wheels: Six stunning caravan makeovers that’ll inspire your next adventure
Explore some of the best caravan transformations on Your Home and Garden.
Inside a modern Northcote Point home perfect for a family of four
It was out with the old and in with the new when an Auckland family switched their villa for a stylish modern build.
Impeccable style and attention to detail characterise this family’s forever home
Discovering a glimpse of the sea while standing on their home's roof, this family decided adding another storey was an absolute must.
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These Kiwi actors found their dream home in a Beach Haven, mid-century gem
A mid-century split-level property set in the bush still inspires awe in the couple who bought it six years ago.
Build me up Butter Cup: These classic car enthusiasts take to the road with their butter yellow caravan
Geoff says the hardest part of the remodel was “fitting everything we thought we needed into a small space”.
TV host Jayne Kiely has turned her St Heliers house into the ultimate family abode
As host of Location, Location, Location, Jayne Kiely learnt a few things about what and what not to do when it came to her own home.
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Ginamarie Riley of Ornament shares her classic Christmas decor
Stylist and homewares store owner Ginamarie Riley shares her holiday traditions, old and new.
Curated Botanics’ Abbey and John Lang transform their classic villa for Christmas
Getting into the holiday spirit begins months before the big day at this Auckland home
Scandi-style Christmas decorating works a treat in this Mt Eden home
Interior designer Catherine Evans shares her Christmas decorating tips.
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Sian Hill decorates her renovated Glenfield villa in pink and red for the festive season
The plan for a little renovation of their 1910s villa turned into a top-to-bottom rebuild that’s perfectly suited for entertaining over the holidays
This bright Whangaparāoa home radiates joy and positivity all year round
Uninhibited use of colour and pattern delivers a home that’s merry and bright – and not just at Christmas
Lifestyle & Beauty Editor Anna Lee shares her Pūhoi renovation and Christmas traditions
Christmas will be a game of two halves, beginning with a quiet morning at their Pūhoi property for this globe-trotting, family-focused couple
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A 70s brick home transformed by an epic mother-daughter duo
A dynamic mother-and-daughter team were up for the challenge when a 70s brick house at the Mount needed a magical makeover.
An old student flat in Grafton receives the renovation of a century
Renovation experience? Zero. Buy a rundown rental and turn it into a family home? It was a rollercoaster ride.
Three Birds turn a Sydney bungalow into the ultimate Cali cool family home
The Three Birds team converts a Californian bungalow into a Cali Cool family retreat
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The Block Australia judge Darren Palmer takes us on a tour of his Bondi Beach home
As an interior designer and judge on The Block Australia, it’s no surprise Darren Palmer’s own home is a winner
Grand old dame: Inside a beautifully restored 1920s Wellington bungalow
A Wellington family accustomed to the convenience of new-builds unexpectedly falls for a grand old dame that offers plenty of space for everyone
A colour-drenched Napier cottage with notes of yellow throughout
Tiny scraps from its past helped inform the multi-coloured future of a Napier cottage that had faded from glory
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A Wellington Japandi-chic home designed with pets in mind
Modern Scandi hygge meets an elegant Japanese design aesthetic in a double pavilion new-build in Wellington.
This revived 1800s Dunedin cottage is like something out of a fairytale
An abandoned Dunedin cottage turned out to be this family’s dream come true
Inside the quirky Auckland barn-home with brass doors & pink kitchen
This North Shore barn-style home channels the metro glamour of a New York loft, within a quintessentially Kiwi rural setting
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This New Plymouth villa has been restored to its former glory, with a few contemporary touches
A DIY couple have worked wonders, taking a turtle approach to the hairy problem of restoring a run-down villa.
Set the scene: Inside Tracy Grant Lord’s thoughtful Auckland apartment
Old and new worked in agreement when an acclaimed scenographer moved from a historic lodge and into a city apartment.
Surrounding an enclosed backyard, the Smiths have found sanctuary in this Taranaki home
The design, construction and decorating of a Taranaki family’s new build was made all the sweeter thanks to family and friends.
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See inside this pavilion home with a sunken firepit and a wine cellar
Indoor spaces meld seamlessly with the outdoors for relaxed, year-round living
Viarni Bright’s thoughtful transformation blends sustainability with style
Four years of hard mahi and a two-week reno transformed this former Bachelor NZ winner and her fiance’s lifestyle block
This whimsical Ararimu farmhouse is complete with a Hobbit home
Designed around a charming Ararimu farmhouse, this landscaping couple has created a wonderland for the whole family to explore
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Seasoned renovators share their top tips, and their latest transformation
Saving a crumbling Palmerston North villa was a labour of love for this pair of professional renovators who had a clear vision for their heritage home.
This new Long Bay home perfectly displays the owners various collections
One couple’s Auckland home has everything they could ever want, including a ‘cyclone bunker’ and display space for their sizeable collections
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Inside Jena and Tyler Koefoed’s Scandinavian-inspired Auckland home
A love of Danish furniture runs deep and true in the hearts of these homeowners
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Vintage yet minimalist: Inside the Fairmaid’s semi-rural forever home
Quality and longevity were top of mind in the design of this Canterbury new-build
Visual vitamins: Inside Tuscany Hamel’s colourful and creative home
This Christchurch townhouse is a 24/7 serotonin boost, with every corner delivering a shot of colour, humour and vitality
Inside a coastal renovation inspired by Nancy Meyers’ romantic comedies
Taking inspiration from soulful film sets, a couple prepped their coastal home for its close-ups
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A historic workers’ cottage that combines past and present
Leaving a new-build for a historic cottage inspired a different design direction for these homeowners.
A Prebbleton new build where rustic glam meets creative flair
Metallic hardware, stone, oak wood and some excellent bargain buys add soul to this Prebbleton new-build
Home cooked: Foodie Gretchen Lowe used small, strategic changes to revive this Grey Lynn villa
A light spruce was all this Auckland villa needed, while retaining its honest warmth, which is as nurturing and welcoming as a home-cooked meal
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From city to country: This couple infused this rural retreat with joy and rigour
Masterfully transformed, this contemporary country home has been opened up to new life.
Art and comfort go hand-in-hand in this extended Three Kings bungalow
An eye for quality, comfort and timelessness played a big part in this bungalow’s modern and serene transformation.
Hey There Delilah: A 1890s villa with an old soul, new glow, and a fish tank
A property-improving couple took on their first villa renovation - a project that stole the heart of their son and his young family.
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Content creator Danni Duncan and her husband Alex show us around their ’60s home
After sharing her home evolution on social media, Danni shares her favourite vintage finds.
This 1960s Khandallah home gets a modern update
A Wellington home gets a dramatic update with an extension that has kerbside appeal
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An architectural designer and her builder partner added personal flair to this former state house
This crafty couple found the perfect balance of practicality and beauty.
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Rachel Soo Thow of The Lit List shows us around her personality-packed townhouse
The Auckland townhouse Thow shares with her partner Samuel Crabtree is a curated treasure trove of nostalgia, graphic skate decks, books galore and iconic design pieces.
This moody ski weekender was designed to emulate the aesthetics of luxury hotels
Inspired by boutique accommodation, this apartment is a luxurious home with a hotel feel
This beachy, handcrafted Waihi home is a calm oasis
A Waihi couple are grateful for the calm after the storm as they enjoy their handcrafted home.
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This Devonport villa’s modern extension made it perfect for family living
Meticulous organisation and attention to the small details paid off with this home extension
A maximalist home marries vibrant colour with mid-century style
A family opts for a maximalist home with interiors providing a spectacular show of lilac, green and yellow
Nancy Meyers-inspired: An Auckland homestead made magic thanks to a couple of rom-com devotees
A house flipper and his rom-com loving partner find a home straight out of a Hollywood film.
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This Art Deco revival was a labour of love for the whole family
The refresh of 1930s stucco beauty in Auckland had a lot of input from two young creatives.
Not their first rodeo: A 1970s home renovation with a few contemporary twists
A couple bought a ’70s do-up they intended to fix and flip, little realising they’d lose their hearts in the process
Benji and Zoe Marshall’s luxe home renovation is in a league of its own
What started out as a simple cosmetic renovation quickly snowballed into a full home makeover for Zoe and rugby league great Benji Marshall
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Photographic artist Emma Bass’ garden is a vibrant, sub-tropical haven
This garden is a place of healing and joy, as well as being a bit bonkers.
A mid-century-inspired house with a colour-drenched underground media room
A weatherboard facade shields a mid-century-inspired house designed to protect and nurture its inhabitants
This Titirangi home was transformed into a functional family home
A mid-century Auckland home is reconfigured to make it more functional for a young family
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A cottagecore home filled with family heirlooms and secondhand treasures
Sweet florals, pastel pops and a quaint kitchen garden belie this cottage’s ties to an industrial past
Owner of Moi on George, Courtney Henderson, takes us on a tour of her charming St Clair home
The arrival of a couple’s first baby put the reno of a Victorian-era doer-upper in Dunedin on a tight timeline
This Mt Eden home was refurbished with colourful English traditions in mind
Traditional English details helped polish this refreshed Auckland gem
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This Scandi-chic Californian home provides oodles of fun with a swing in the kitchen
Spanish Colonial architecture, Leonard Cohen and Greece helped inspire this ranch-house makeover
An oak and olive colour combo perfectly softens this family home in Kohimarama
Spatial design expertise helped turn a south-facing ’60s unit into a light-filled family home
From Hong Kong apartments to a colourful St Mary’s Bay villa – this family is welcoming new beginnings
After closing one important chapter in Hong Kong, a family opens the door to new and exciting beginnings
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A modern farmhouse that seamlessly blends simplicity with sophistication and turns towards the view
Set in serene farmland and native bush and overlooking the Pacific Ocean, this modern farmhouse is a testament to years of dreams and dedication.
Eight New Zealand baches that ooze character and charm
We're dreaming of escaping the city and putting our feet up at one of these charming baches.
This family renovated their Christchurch home to hero their Japanese heritage
A revamped ’70s home by the sea is a celebration of personal style while remaining true to its retro roots
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A skate ramp in a Masonic lodge? These Whanganui-based artists have combined home and studio
A converted Masonic lodge doubles as an eclectic family home and art studio
A renovated beach cabin that blends Scandi, Japanese and 70s style
Two sisters and their husbands created a luxurious weekender with multi-seasonal appeal from summer to winter
Inside former The Block NZ winners Alice and Caleb Pearson’s latest passion project
A renovation pro tackles her most personal project yet – a forever home for her parents
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Time and tide: This family designed their home around the view of Mangawhai Estuary
Perfect for partying or chilling out, this couple built their dream beach house.
This contemporary Redcliffs home maximises its view of the estuary
A contemporary home on a Christchurch estuary provides its owner with an outlook that’s always changing
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A quintessential Kiwi bach in pastel pink and yellow
A 1950s bach provides the idyllic escape for a couple of city dwellers and all who are lucky enough to come visit
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Once considered the worst house on the best street, this home has been transformed with love and care
A plan to build in Tolaga Bay changed when this homeowner chanced upon an unpolished gem
A palette of pinks: This blushing caravan is perfect for girls nights and weekend escapes
Inspired by Napier’s iconic Art Deco Festival, this caravan was transformed into a pink dream.
An Art Deco Auckland home that radiates colour and passion from every corner
Curated maximalism and a bold use of vibrant colour is a feast for the eyes in this interior designer’s spacious family home in Auckland
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Pink frangipani blossoms add a pop of colour to this Hamptons-style home
With hints of the tropics and relaxed Hamptons style, this laidback house invites people to shed their shoes and embrace coastal living
A grand Oamaru villa is restored to balance work and family life
The lines between work and home life blur beautifully in this creative family’s 100-year-old Oamaru villa.
Find expert Christmas decorating inspiration within these stunningly festive homes
You may want to take notes from these very merry interiors.
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Writer Pandora Sykes is not afraid to play with colours and textures in her home
In an excerpt from The Makers, writer Pandora Sykes’ home is a cosy and chic statement in fearlessness with colour and patterns
Colour is key in Kip&Co co-founder Alex McCabe’s vibrant home over the holidays
All is bright when it comes to Alex's Christmas decor
Take a look at some the best villa transformations on Your Home and Garden
These villas have kept the charm of the original build, yet make them fit for contemporary living.
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A light and airy home champions Hampton’s style
Taking cues from Hamptons style, this luminous home suits its family perfectly
For these sunseeking homeowners, a renovated bach in Whangaparāoa became their slice of paradise
A full-time home with a holiday feel, this renovated bach is as bright and merry as a sunny day at the beach
A modern villa extension created a seamless blend of old and new
Opening up the rear of this bungalow with a cool new extension resulted in a seamless blend of old and new
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This new-build on the Pōhutukawa Coast is the definition of calm
This new-build, set against a fragrant pine forest, is all about clean, calm spaces
Discover Kayu Studio’s boutique Mount Maunganui accommodation
Mount Maunganui design store Kayu Studio has expanded its horizons with Kayu Casa, an Airbnb allowing guests to experience their favourite pieces
A New Plymouth house masters the use of colour and texture
Tactile textures and a refined, yet fun palette bring the drama to a centrally located New Plymouth house.
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A ‘Scandinavian minimalist’ home designed to maximise space and connection
Building two homes during a pandemic with a newborn presented some next-level challenges for this couple
Diamond in the rough: This rundown 1950s home no one wanted has been lovingly transformed
A family has created an absolute gem out of a rundown bungalow that needed a whole lot of love.
This New Plymouth couple painted their favourite room in a rich cab sav
A character home, perfectly positioned for communal get-togethers, came with a few unexpected surprises.
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This couple cancelled their move abroad for this cosy Christchurch home
What’s a young couple supposed to do when they find the right house at the wrong time?
Surfer Dion Agius found quiet in this remote container home surrounded by bush
An opulent bombshell inside a tough exterior.
This Anakiwa home has stunning views of Queen Charlotte Sound
This couple’s first build is an absolute blinder
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Inside a Christchurch new-build with a distinct Scandi vibe
Project managing their new Christchurch home while waiting for their baby to arrive was a wild ride for this couple
This couple transformed an abandoned caravan into the perfect holiday home
Lynelle and Josh Olson had always dreamed of travelling through the South Island, so when the opportunity to adopt a dilapidated caravan came along, they couldn’t believe their luck
Chloe Brookman’s home is playful and whimsical, just like a doll’s house
Designed with the doll’s houses of yesteryear in mind, this pretty home is some kind of wonderful
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This 1970s Mason & Wales home has received a respectful reno, with plenty of colour
When two creative minds collided, the result was this colourful Dunedin home
This 1970s home was renovated into a modern sanctuary
A 1970s home renovation took this old and run down building and turned it into a modern family retreat
