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Fiona Hugues creates a magical Kiwi Christmas at her Whitford farmhouse, surrounded by family, friends, and a collection of loveable animals.

Renowned rugby union player Israel Dagg and his wife, The Rugby Pantry co-author Daisy, have settled in Christchurch in a Golden Homes house that’s anything but cookie-cutter Who Lives Here? Daisy Dagg (interior designer, Daisy Chain Interiors, founder and contributor to food blog The Rugby Pantry), Israel Dagg (plays for the Canterbury Crusaders) with Melo, their […]

Christmas at this gorgeous Dunedin villa is a cool, crisp, pine-scented affair like a Norwegian wood in winter In a nutshell Who lives here? Sandy Cubitt (interior designer and owner of Moi on George), Allan Cubitt (consultant), Annabelle, 16, and Judge the Scottish terrier. Sandy, what’s on your Christmas Day menu? I always bake a […]

With just one glance out of the living room window, every day feels like a holiday for Annette Fraser. Perched high upon a hill overlooking the Noosa Heads on Australia’s Sunshine Coast, Fraser’s home has a view that stretches across a canopy of rainforest out to the headlands and ocean beyond. A change was exactly […]

When it came to renovating her own home, New Zealand-born London-based interior designer Ana Foster-Adams embraced England’s past. Interior designer Ana Foster-Adams whetted her appetite for colour and pattern at her first job, on the showroom floor of Mokum Textiles in Auckland. She spent every spare cent on European interiors magazines, pouring over the creative […]

With ANZ, Homes to Love is exploring the ways we live now, under the theme of ‘Simplicity’ – and how this trend allows us to live and build today. As our lives become more hectic, we often yearn for a simpler way of living. Designs that embrace a pared-back approach are becoming increasingly sought after […]

A flair for Scandinavian design and a love of white are behind this stunningly modern villa renovation. From the outside, Tony and Agge Burt’s 1908 villa bears the ornate hallmarks of its Colonial design. But step beyond the heritage-protected façade and you’re transported to modern-day Sweden. Through the wide hallway with its whitewashed American oak […]

An innovative bungalow redesign results in a modern home that’s light on energy but big on family. There’s nothing like a challenge to motivate innovative architects, but when it’s your mum throwing down the gauntlet the project takes on a whole new dimension. Two years ago Wellington architect William Giesen of Bonnifait + Giesen, was […]

A flair for Scandinavian design and a love of white are behind this stunningly modern villa renovation Scandinavian-inspired villa renovation in Parnell From the outside, Tony and Agge Burt’s 1908 villa bears the ornate hallmarks of its Colonial design. But step beyond the heritage-protected façade and you’re transported to modern-day Sweden. Through the wide hallway […]

Stylish doesn’t have to mean expensive. We look at five ways you can give your home that designer edge while staying under budget Taking inspiration from the home featured above, we give you five ways to create a home that looks beautiful even on a budget. Creating a home interior from everyday materials like ply […]

This fun, colourful family bach shows how you can create a great summer space at home. 8 secrets to creating a fun summer entertaining space 1 Inside out When colour and style from inside is carried outdoors your entire living space will look cohesive. Continue the same style of furniture and accessories from indoors onto […]

A couple give a stylish edge to their family home near the beach. Words by: Catherine Steel Photography by: Todd Eyre

A sneak peek inside Miranda Kerr’s beachside Malibu home. [bjd-responsive-iframe src=”//players.brightcove.net/761709621001/797ed626-7410-4a4d-9162-66574fcd0979_default/index.html?videoId=4513644599001″] Miranda Kerr enjoys her Malibu neighbourhood where she splashed over $2 million on this Malibu bachelorette pad. The property – built in 1960 – has three/four bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms and stunning ocean views.  Her bathroom is a place of relaxation and tranquility. Miranda had […]

An interior designer who cleverly combines colour in creative and contrasting ways is transforming the world around her. In an alcove at the end of the hall, chairs by Scandinavian designer Hans Wegner are covered in a geometric Orla Kiely print. Cushion covers are reinvented Japanese napkins. The artwork is by Australian artist Miranda Skoczek. […]

A change of circumstances led this island holiday home to become a permanent retreat. The boat house: Holiday home turned permanent retreat By rights, the Captain’s Cabin should have been out of Louise Pollard’s life years ago. It was never intended as a holiday house and certainly never as a permanent residence. “We thought we would […]

A 1940s-built Swedish summerhouse is elegantly updated with a bold Frida Kahlo colour palette. After aeons spent dreaming about their future home, Jessica Folcker and Daniel Heckscher finally found it in Algo in the Stockholm archipelago, a cluster of 30,000 islands in Sweden’s Baltic Sea. The house was designed by Swedish architect Tore Axén in […]

In this thoughtfully planned Manawatu home built for a large family, every inch is used every day – yet there’s space for all Many designers use their own homes and gardens as places to try out new ideas, materials and products. Interior designer Belinda Woolford is no exception. The Palmerston North house she shares with […]

A design-savvy homeowner reinvented a rundown property into a family home in a six-week intensive makeover Tom Williams is used to working to tight deadlines to create cool interiors. It’s what he does as part of his job for Juicy Design. When it came to creating a home that would one day be suitable for […]

Retired tennis pro Andy Roddick and his wife, actress and supermodel Brooklyn Decker, are selling their modern mansion overlooking Los Angeles for US$3.395 million. The home spans 4,910 square feet with an expansive living area featuring floor-to-ceiling windows with views of Century City and the entire Wilshire Boulevard corridor. Its 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths […]

A classic state house is re-worked for contemporary family life Who lives here? Mary Stokes (founder of baby and children-related market Mary’s Market), Mike Stokes (sales director), Tom, 10, and Ivy, 7. Mary, how would you describe your interiors style? A mix and match of modern and industrial. What is one thing you learned from […]

Australian actress Cate Blanchett is looking to move on from the historic estate in Sydney, Australia, that she shares with her husband Andrew Upton. According to the LA Times, Blanchett is asking for $14.75million (£9million) for the five-bedroom home, known as Bulwarra, which sits in upscale Hunters Hill, the oldest garden suburb in Australia. The […]

DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL STYLE? A bit eclectic; sometimes classic, sometimes edgy, hopefully chic and hopefully appropriate for the occasion. HOW HAS THAT TRANSLATED TO YOUR BEDROOM? The original pieces of furniture I have chosen are a mix of classic and modern. The raw linen curtains give a grounded look, not just ‘glam’. WHERE DO YOU […]

There’s no need to check the weather forecast in this energy-efficient Waikanae new build where temperatures are tropical all year round. In a nutshell Who lives here? Chris and Leonie Beggs (owners of North Face Construction), Jack, 13, Fraser, 11, cat Ruby and chickens. What would you do differently with this house if you could? […]

This talented married couple created a harmonious balance between luxury and eco-conscious design. The couple Having designed and built a spectacular house in Muriwai out of shipping containers, these guys knew they could put their complementary skills to use again on The Block NZ. “I manage the tradies and make sure everything is progressing and […]

Love the idea of camping but can’t bear to be without your creature comforts? Maybe glamping is for you. With its emphasis on comfort, service, clean amenities and a touch of luxury, glamping (glamorous camping) has become the holiday de rigueur for legions of travellers who want a little adventure but not too much of […]

One step inside Philippa Atkinson’s Herne Bay villa and it’s crystal clear how much art means to her. Paintings by New Zealand artists Tony de Lautour and Heather Straka greet you at the entrance and works by other artists, both celebrated and less well known, line the walls throughout the rest of the home – […]

Wendy Hart’s sensitive renovation of her classic 1960s family home gave it a modern edge, while retaining its retro glam appeal.

Make-up artist and stylist Suzanne Beaumont’s Hawke’s Bay home is vibrant, glamorous and full of surprises. “Everywhere in the house are things we love, things we’ve collected.  It’s totally individual totally us.” Photographer: Florence Charvin.

Tucked away up a long drive in suburban Havelock North is a house as flamboyant as its owner. Designed by renowned architects John Scott and Raiford Gardiner in the 1970s, the home is now occupied by Suzanne Beaumont, her husband John and their beloved Maltese poodle cross, Molly. As you walk through the garden to […]

A well-honed art collection is right at home in this elegant two-storey villa. Photographer: Rebekah Robinson.

This brand new home wasn't exactly love at first sight for the owner

These newlyweds have created a serene and earthy environment. The couple Getting hitched in December is just one of many good decisions this Feilding couple have made. Applying to go on The Block NZ, despite their limited renovation experience, was another. “We’re on the same page,” says Damo, 36, a former cop turned electrician apprentice. […]

Meet and Greet Kate Gardham (stylist, tutor and interior designer) and friends Grace and Linn, as well as Oatis the dog. Budget-friendly bliss in a 1950s bungalow After purchasing her bungalow on Auckland’s North Shore, Kate Gardham looked her fear of heights square in the eye, purchased a ladder, erected a scaffold system and began […]

This Auckland artist’s work is about capturing memories. She decorates her own home with objects that inspire this reflective process.

These high school sweethearts have created a home that’s sleek and smart. The couple These two were made for The Block NZ. Maree, 27, is an event manager, and James, 28, is a property valuer. They love modern aesthetics, and Pasifika motifs such as tapa mats and wood carvings. “We’ve taken a lot of risks, […]

A Cape Cod-style home in Taranaki embraces a striking monochromatic palette. Tracey Chilcott smiles to herself when people admire the beautiful renovation job she and husband Alastair have done on their New Plymouth home. The three-storey house was actually built only two years ago, but its traditional appearance has many fooled, says the passionate home […]

“When I have my breakfast,” wrote artist Bill Sutton in his journal in 1992, “I cut off a slice of bread for myself and one for the birds. We are all in it together.” It would have been a simple task for Sutton to throw the bread outside to the birds from the house designed […]

Architect Pam Ingram collaborated with graphic designer Peter Roband to renovate the Arch Hill apartment he shares with his partner Lindsay Spedding. The apartment now has a completely fresh feel without any changes to the existing footprint. “He could visualise what I was talking about,” says Ingram, “and he wanted something that was well-designed. We […]