Decorating

Embrace a personality-packed modern maximalist look – and learn how to find the sweet spot between calm and chaos

Like slow fashion, the slow decorating movement is all about quality over quantity and selecting items you’ll want to keep forever

Great art will add colour and personality to a room – so long as you get it right, says interior designer James Treble. Whether it’s a large mirror, a collection of prints or that ‘Picasso’ you picked up for a bargain, artworks are an integral part of any interior and can make or break a […]

Don’t let a small budget stop you from creating a gorgeous home. When it comes to refreshing your home, there’s a myriad of possibilities that are available to us that come with a wide range of scary price tags. But, updating our home’s style doesn’t have to break the bank. The key to revamping your […]

Redecorate for next to nothing – this is thrifty style at its finest While it’s easy to get carried away with the latest interior trends, new season homewares and inspiring renovation projects you see on TV, social media and Pinterest, giving your home a fresh new look doesn’t have to cost you a fortune. If […]

Need a living room makeover but having trouble picking a palette? We created five different looks using the same key furniture pieces to show how a single space can be transformed through confident use of colour The three key pieces of furniture: Hugo velvet sofa, $2695, from Me & My Trend. Tilt coffee table, $1290, […]

Don’t get stuck with an out-of-date farmhouse interior, boost your design confidence with Alex Fulton’s tips on how to create a modern country look How to style your home with a modern country interior For some, finding out what style you want to apply to your surrounding is a totally organic process, while for others, […]

We show you how to use dark tones, soft texture and mood lighting to add a little atmosphere to your interior this winter 3 affordable ways to make your home feel warm and cosy Like it or not, there is a definite shift in mood during winter. The vibe is all about intimate and cosy […]

Renters, don’t despair! Here’s 5 ways to make your house feel more like your own home without having to sacrifice your bond Top 5 decorating tips for renters Turning a house into a home can be a bit tricky when you’re renting. With legal limitations and without the freedom to rip up carpets or paint […]

While decorating your home is a very personal art, there are certain principals of design that will help you to style with success!  Style your home like a pro with these dos and don’ts of good decorating While decorating your home is a very personal art, there are certain principals of design that should be […]

A well-chosen colourful piece of art offers infinite possibilities for an interior palette. Discover how let art guide the colour choices for your home Let art be your guiding force when it comes to choosing colour Choosing art is an intensely personal experience – and what matters most is that you really love what you […]

This well-curated selection of beautiful pieces have all been handpicked by Alana Broadhead-Fryer  for her new Waihi store, Sunday  This Waihi boutique offers a top selection of beautiful homeware The lure of the beach, a love of New Zealand design and a belief in the power of a relaxing Sunday inspired the opening of Alana […]

Celebrating Christmas at home is about making the most of two different worlds for this family. Discover how their global ties influenced their revamp style Meet + greet Who lives here? Virginie and Stephane Fontes, Lucas, 10, and Sacha, 2. They often return to France where Virginie collects decor pieces to sell. All I want […]

With the owners originating from France, Christmas in this home is full of linen and natural materials. Discover the secrets behind this chic-country style Meet + greet Who lives here? Virginie and Stephane Fontes, Lucas, 10, and Sacha, 2. They often return to France where Virginie collects decor pieces to sell. All I want for […]

If men are from Mars and women from Venus, how on earth are they going to agree on furnishings for their home? Happy wife, happy life? We all know it’s important that your home reflects the people who live in it, but it can be frustrating when you realise you and your partner’s interior design […]

Homes to Love caught up with interior designer Vic Bibby from Bibby + Brady for her top tips for buying the right size rug for a space  Vic, why is rug size so important? A rug helps to define a space (especially useful in open plan living) and unifies your furniture. It should also be beautiful and enhance […]

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 […]