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We round up the freshest new looks to inspire your interior makeover this spring. From soft colours to fun florals and must-have materials, we’ve got you covered Looking for new textures and hues for your home this spring? Check out how to create a stylish base for your interiors below with our flooring and curtain […]

Choosing curtains and flooring? It’s all about soft neutrals this winter, with your interior palette a haven of calm amid the storms. Here are our top tips Curtains: Biella in Frost. Flooring: Malmo Exquisit Laminate in Waveless Oak Nature. Curtains and flooring work in tandem this season to create a soothing palette just perfect for […]

Dreams do come true in the real-life fairytale of Oliver and Ella’s journey to homeownership. See the My New Home build from start to finish Once upon a time there was a family who yearned for a home of their own. But they lived in Auckland at the height of the housing boom, and every […]

After three years of planning and a six-month build, Oliver and Ella are finally in their new home – and loving it! They reveal the number one thing they’d do differently For the first time in his adult life, Oliver Driver doesn’t have to duck his head to walk through doorways. Almost exactly six months […]

With just weeks to go, Oliver and Ella are beginning to see some of their interior design choices come to life. See how the new-build is progressing below. It’s only weeks from moving day and our My New Home homeowners Oliver and Ella are waking up at night panicking that their new build isn’t going […]

Whether you prefer your flooring to be a backdrop to your interior or the star of the show, these five flooring ideas are a sure fire way to add style to your home Building a new home offers a unique opportunity to create a consistent and coherent design theme throughout, anchored by smart flooring choices. […]

We’re midway into our real-life building project and Oliver and Ella are super excited to see their new home taking shape. We find out how their team of experts are helping to make the process run smoothly It’s three months into our My New Home build, and it’s all action at our riverside West Auckland […]

You’ll be living with your flooring for a long time, so it’s important to get a look you love, with the practicality you need. Here’s how When it comes to choosing flooring, the options available can be overwhelming. Wool or synthetic carpet? Laminate or engineered wood? Vinyl or tiles? The friendly team at Carpet Court will guide […]

Choosing the perfect flooring to complement an all-white interior is easy with Carpet Court’s wide range of realistic wood-look laminate and vinyl, and a plush palette of nature-inspired carpets 1. Malmo Dynamic ‘barrow oak’ Dynamic is a versatile flooring that can be used anywhere, is extremely resilient and offers an attractive variety of patterns and […]

Your flooring sets the tone for your entire house – these expert tips prove why you should design your home from the floor up Research, research, research. When you’re planning a home build or major renovation, you sometimes feel like you’re spending your life online and in showrooms, looking up different options so you can […]

With their site cleared and building underway, our homeowners Oliver and Ella have some big design decisions to make. We get the lowdown on stage two: Design and Planning    Not every couple gets a new house as a wedding present, but that’s kind of true for My New Home homeowners Oliver and Ella. Their […]

Seeking a new look this year but short on funds? Getting your dream flooring now and paying later could be an option thanks to Carpet Court’s flexible finance plans with Q Card and Q Mastercard®* My husband and I bought a new house two years ago so our family could enjoy more space as our […]

Carpet Court brand ambassador Jane Carolan reveals why she’s fallen in love with the brand’s new Rhode Island Rhino Carpet – and why you will too Think light coloured carpet is too risky? This expert has found the solution With the arrival of summer and the brightening of our general mood we often feel we want to […]

Step aside neutrals, this year statement shades are making their mark as the go-to choice for carpets. Here’s how to choose the right hue for your home Mid-century modern design has stood the test of time in the Southern Californian hotspot of Palm Springs – and this nostalgic nod to its effortless style will hold […]

When it comes to creating an interior with a luxurious feel you can’t go past a dark cream carpet. Carpet Court show us how to shop and style this look like a pro Why dark cream coloured carpet is the ultimate base for a luxe interior + A lighter-coloured carpet is the perfect choice if […]

 Evoke a feeling of opulence in your home with deep, warming hues, striking metal touches and luxurious flooring and furnishings How to use dark wood floors to give your home a luxurious feel Dark wood floors bring elegance to any space. Choose furniture in complementary shades to create a sense of harmony, paired with jewel-toned […]

There’s nothing better than a cosy nest when it’s bitterly cold outside. Make your bedroom a sanctuary with romantic bedding and soft carpet Turn your bedroom into a winter retreat with these cosy style ideas To get your bedroom winter-ready, the rule is layer, layer, layer! Choose your most important layer first: your carpet. This […]

Style Insider Leonie Barlow shares how flooring completely transformed the feel of her home. Discover how you can shop her style Style Insider Leonie Barlow reveals the secret to her new interior look Leonie Barlow, who runs the popular The Style Insider blog, recently undertook a modern and (naturally) stylish renovation of her Auckland home. […]

Natural textures are a great way to bring the calm of the outdoors to your indoor spaces. Get started with a textural carpet and natural flooring How to layer textures to make your home feel cosy Texture is a key trend at the moment, especially texture inspired by nature. Natural textures remind us of the […]

Choosing flooring that matches your decor and complements the era of your home is an insider trick that can take your interior style to the next level Scandinavian Style Scandi design is a strong and flexible trend that can work well in a number of environments. Palettes are muted or washed out but still hold […]

When it comes to designing a space to unwind in, carefree flooring options are your ticket to a relaxing holiday, says Carpet Court ambassador Jane Carolan 3 low-maintenance flooring options perfect for the bach The promise of long, warm and breezy summer days naturally leads us to want to throw open the doors, kick off […]

Small rooms can be tricky to work with but a surefire way to create a cohesive, generous feeling space is to start with the right flooring. Here’s how… How to choose flooring to make your home feel bigger Downsizing to an apartment, semi-detached townhouse or smaller home is now considered the norm in globally evolving […]

A beautiful, light-coloured floor is key when creating a cool Scandi look in your home – and there’s a fabulous range of materials and finishes to choose from Create a cool-scandi look in your home with white flooring Lighter floors are trending and the good news is, if you don’t have natural wooden floorboards, the […]

Colour is the backdrop to our lives; Carpet Court ambassador Jane Carolan explains how to make the most of it, starting with your floors How to use colour and pattern in your home like a pro No matter what the product in your home, whether it be paint, wallpaper, hardfloors or carpet, picking a foundation […]

Flooring on your walls? It’s one of the top trends for this year, says interior designer and Carpet Court ambassador Jane Carolan Wood trends Wood looks great on the floor, but have you tried it on your walls? Laminate-wood wall treatments are giving traditional wallpaper a run for its money. Krono Swiss’ Swiss Giant, an […]

The right flooring can function as a stage, allowing your decor and lifestyle to shine through. We look at the key interior trends to help inspire the right underfoot fit for you All about wood The natural look and feel of wood continues to trend, and this call to nature seems to be here to […]

Whether you’re building from scratch or simply updating, make your flooring choices early on to create a solid foundation for your interior style How to choose flooring for your home like an expert Deciding on your flooring early provides a starting point to inspire and develop your design aesthetic and colour palette. The benefits of […]

Simply You’s exclusive reader event Colour My Life kicked off with a bang this week, with the first event being held at Mantells On The Water in Auckland’s CBD With special guest speakers including Resene colour expert  Sarah Gregory, Design Ambassador for Carpet Court Jane Carolan, Hair stylist and Joico ambassador Nic Apaapa, and a cake decorating course from The Caker’s Jordan […]