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Create picture-perfect interiors with a palette of black, green and cream

Contemporary decor, neutral brick and a black and green palette make for a timeless home Photography by: Helen Bankers For a modern, sophisticated update, try a classic black, green and cream colour palette for a timeless look. From elegant furniture pieces with classic charm to lush ceramics, shop these gorgeous black, green and cream homeware […]
This Palmerston North home isn’t for the faint-hearted

This Palmerston North home isn’t for the faint-hearted

Julie Attwell’s Palmerston North home embraces deep, dark paint shades, especially black! This Palmerston North home isn’t for the faint-hearted Living here since 2006 with husband Anthony, son Jackson, 17, daughter Georgia, 22, mother Joan, Penny the Staffy, cats Goose, Timmy and Stella, and chickens Custard, Dora, Peg and Dave, you could say she has a […]
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A festive look that’s anything but traditional

A festive look that’s anything but traditional

If sophisticated pared-back luxe is your yule of choice this year then turn to the dark side with black-as-night gift wrap and accessories offset by a gleam of gold This delectably moody setting is all about scale and simplicity. The grand living room with its high ceilings, large fireplace and dark walls provides the perfect […]
A winning colour scheme with red accents

A winning colour scheme with red accents

Colour story: Chequerboard. Rennee Lawrence and her husband Bryan renovated their kitchen in Pukerua Bay north of Wellington, on a tight budget and are thrilled with the results. They chose dark shades to contrast with crisp white and bright red accents, with Resene ‘Blackjack’ on the dining room wall and Resene Blackboard Paint in the […]