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Real estate agents might say it’s all about the location, but how do you know when you’ve found the right house to do up? While the potential profit of buying and restoring a house, then swiftly selling it – house flipping – may appeal, it’s wise not to rush into it. Research into the market […]

Choosing 'white' paint is the first step. Finding the 'right white' paint is another task altogether. 

A large modern barn style home was exactly what a young family wanted – and got – when they built on their Manawatū farm.

From street appeal to a budget-friendly bathroom and kitchen renovation, we’ve listed the best things you should do in your house flip. You’ve made the leap and bought a house to flip. Before this, you would have assessed what work the house needs according to your budget and time frame. Studying house sales in your […]

Growing your fruit, vegetables and herbs at home is good for both your nutrition and your wallet. Try these options in your garden. Growing organic produce at home rather than buying it from a market or supermarket makes financial as well as nutritional sense. Where time and space are at a premium, concentrate on growing […]

Taking design notes from builds in Arrowtown and Wānaka, this Ngāruawāhia home exudes Southern style Meet & greet Courtney (administrator and event planner) and Brad Turton (co-owner of Turton Builders), and daughters Madelyn, four, and Sienna, two, and bichon/King Charles cavalier cross Bindi. The property A three-bedroom new-build clad in brick, board and batten in […]

Years of letter writing to own this Dunedin villa culminated in a labour of love renovation Meet & greet Claire Robinson (registered valuer/risk manager), Cameron McLellan (solutions analyst), Lyla, two, and Moss the retrodoodle. The property A circa 1905 renovated three-bedroom weatherboard villa in Dunedin. For four years, while living in the leafy suburb of […]

Adult and children pods separated by a large living space has resulted in perfect family harmony Meet & greet Lucy Wildman and Fran Frost (founders/co-owners of Little Flock of Horrors), their son Iggy, 13, and daughter Frankie, 12, and three griffons, Leroy, Stevie and Bonnie. The property Single-level three-bedroom new-build on a two-hectare lifestyle block […]

Dress your windows to impress with the latest trends in curtains and blinds Whether we’re hibernating through winter or hiding from the harshest rays of the summer sun, window treatments are a necessary element of New Zealand interiors. As well as being a practical essential, they also offer an opportunity to play with colour and […]

Discover the best memory foam mattresses in NZ for a cloud-like slumber. Photographer: Mindi Cooke  There’s no denying the importance of a good night’s sleep; investing in the right mattress can make all the difference. Memory foam mattresses, mattress toppers and pillows have gained popularity in NZ in recent years, offering unparalleled comfort and support. […]

A house gets a new lease of life with some bold colours Zoe Hallahan admits, “I was always terrified of colour.” But when she and her husband bought their home in Auckland, it was in serious need of a do-up, which only several cans of Resene paint could provide. The first room the pair painted […]

When a Nelson couple nabbed their dream hillside site, they needed a house that would live up to the lofty views meet & greet Chris (commercial construction quantity surveyor) and Dawn Cooper (human resources manager), and Siamese cats Gismo and Nutmeg. the property A three-bedroom schist and cedar new build on a hilltop site with […]

Add style and fun to your tween’s room that will last into the teen years Dressing up is fun, no matter what age, so create a corner for your tween that will spark their imagination. As they grow, transition this dress-up idea from superhero costumes to helping them find their own style. A great way […]

A hallway gets ‘tattooed’ with some punchy blue paint If you’re in two minds about getting a tattoo, why not paint one on your walls? That’s what Janeen Page did in her 1950s former state house in New Plymouth. Her hallway is now adorned with mermaids, marine creatures and other fantastical images, which look as […]

A lot can be achieved with a bit of DIY determination and an eye for economy Meet & greet Jayden Winterburn (youth worker/pastry chef), Stephanie Gaudencio (administrator), Nico, six, dogs Keeta and Lady, and Puss the cat. The property Renovated 1930s three-bedroom home in Napier. So often we read about homeowners needing to undertake extensive […]

Originally looking to build anew, an existing house’s plentiful garden and beach access proved irresistible Meet & greet Dorothy Anderson (grandmother) and Hugh Gladwell (lawyer). The property A four-bedroom, renovated ’80s home in Mahurangi East. Dorothy Anderson loves her new kitchen. She’s cooking in it while we chat as she prepares to celebrate her husband […]

Lissy Robinson-Cole is crafting a world of colour and joy with a little bit of magic and a whole lot of mahi There’s not many people you could describe as a human ray of sunshine, but Lissy Robinson-Cole is one of them. The crochet queen is as radiant as her colourful mahi, which hang in […]

An ’80s house gets a contemporary update that makes the most of its compact footprint Meet & greet Erin (lawyer) and Ryan Drew (marketing team leader). The property A small 1980s home, converted from two bedrooms to three, and modernised. Small in size but big on charm, Erin and Ryan Drew’s Auckland home not only […]

When a Tauranga family hankered for a place to unwind on days off, they went beachcombing at Waihi Meet & greet Kimberley Kearney (mum), Alexa, seven, Sienna, four, and Isla, two. the property A near-new, three-level holiday home nestled on a hill. Having children can upend anyone’s world, but for the Kearneys of Tauranga, that […]

A trendy duo bring the colour from their wardrobe into their Hamilton home meet & greet Hannah Stechman (hairdresser and salon owner), and Nate Brown (plumber). the property A four-bedroom 1920s railway house in Hamilton. If the clothes we wear act as a reflection of our true selves, then for trendsetting fashionistas, home is a […]

Reno expert Jen Jones talks through what to look for in your builder’s contract Do you know that it’s a legal requirement to have a written contract with your builder if the scope of the project is more than $30,000? Whether your preferred builder submits a bespoke contract or one from the likes of Master […]

A front porch plays with shapes and punchy pops of pink Martine Connor’s front porch, previously an “aged, unsightly plain concrete”, is now unrecognisable from its former self. The exterior of her Whangārei home has been transformed into a Mediterranean-like beauty, complete with patterned flooring and a bright, bold front door. Martine had previously done […]

Past and present, plus travels far and wide, are all interwoven in the exquisitely detailed home of textile designer Tigger Hall meet & greet Tigger Hall (interior designer), daughter Beatrice Lewis (musician), and Juno and Max the spaniels. the property Renovated four-bedroom ’70s bungalow. Self-described ‘textile maverick’ Tigger Hall is a passionate collector, gathering objects […]

Ancient history blends with modern design and natural materials at a rustic Italian holiday home near the Adriatic Sea meet & greet Olenka Airasca (singer and interior designer), her partner Andrea (interior design) and their son Noah. the property Two-bedroom historic Salento farmhouse-turned-holiday house near Ostuni, Puglia, Italy. In the Salento countryside, with the blue […]

Interiors experts from around Aotearoa share what will be changing in their own homes Penny Fussell, Interior designer at M.Int Interiors, Napier It’s an occupational hazard that I’m always finding pieces I’d love in our home, but with so many beautiful fabrics and furniture on offer, it’s hard to decide. However, for my next project […]

A state house is given a pop of colour, and then some Kareen Durbin is smitten with her “simple, stereotypical state house” in New Plymouth, she can’t deny it. “We love the blank canvas this humble home has offered us as we experiment with colour theory at scale via Resene paints,” she says. After entering […]

The owners of a renovated ’50s house with cool art deco features prepare for a festive day of fun Meet & Greet  Erica Jane Wilson (artist and photographer), Colin Wilson (concrete layer) and children, Kyla, 12, Leon, 10, Mahli, five, and Nash, two. The Property A four-bedroom, 1950s art deco home in Welcome Bay, Tauranga. […]

Decorate your gifts with as much care as you did in choosing them, then watch as eyes light up on spying these perfect offerings Crepe paper is vastly underrated. Cheerful and bright, we’ve pushed it to its decorative limit and got the very best out of it by fashioning tassels, fringes and twirls for Christmas […]

A family home creates waves with a colour palette that’s as evocative as the ocean itself Drawing inspiration from nature is nothing new but in Marie and Matt Weavers’ case, taking their design cues from native fauna and flora to inform their oceanic blue colour scheme proved irresistible. Their Upper Hutt 1940s build was slowly […]

Nothing beats jumping into a pool on a hot summer’s day. Here’s what you need to know about installing your own before making the leap While there are many appealing factors to owning a pool it’s not all plain sailing. Pools allow you to have that resort-at-home vibe without the need for travel and becomes […]

Changes to the Building Code are coming. Here’s how they’ll impact you if you’re planning a new build Every year the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) works alongside those working in the building and construction sector, as well as the public, to review proposed changes to the Building Code with one common goal […]

Rewa Walters and Sophie Morrison are combining art with mindfulness to create a powerhouse of puzzles Rewa Walters and Sophie Morrison had always wanted to start a business together, but the only question was what. “We wanted to do something that had social impact, something that made a difference or something that supported other Kiwis,” […]

A Whangārei porch earns its stripes through a striking approach to pattern and colour When Yvette Parker first purchased her home, she struggled to be inspired with the existing “beige on beige” colour scheme. The Whangārei local started out by painting the exterior in Resene Enamacryl in Resene Double Cod Grey, with a dash of […]

Meet the people who converted the ground floor of this ex-rental property meet & greet Brendon Veysey (police officer), Tori Veysey (graphic designer), Van, seven, Cruz, four, and Billy, 18 months. The property An eight-bedroom, two-storey home in Cambridge. What started out as a bit of a joke between friends, has resulted in something a […]

As the price of getting your five-plus a day sky rockets, it pays to know size isn’t everything when it comes to growing your own incredible edibles On balconies, storeys off the ground, in pocket-sized townhouse courtyards, in narrow strips along suburban drives or slender window ledges, vegetables are being grown. This is a pastime […]

Love the idea of having curtains in your bathroom but not quite sure if it’s the most practical choice? We ask the experts how to make it work. Love the idea of beautiful, billowy curtains in the bathroom but can’t help but worry about the maintenance involved – or the mould! When it comes to […]

How to clear space and bring order to your home Clutter is the ultimate creeper. It can build up without you even being aware it’s occurring, then suddenly, you realise you’re a rubbish skip away from being a fully fledged hoarder. If you’re at the stage where you have corners in your home that are […]

A lot of heart and a great deal of art fills this tiny, two-storey home by the sea Meet & greet Lottie Consalvo (artist), James Drinkwater (artist) Vincenzo, eight, Hester, five, and border collie Bella. Early each morning before her family rises, artist Lottie Consalvo walks her dog along the beach close to her home. […]

The owners of a new build in Raglan, which has cool curves in all the right places, took coastal Mediterranean architecture as their muse Meet & greet Monica (co-founder of an eco yoga mat company) and Justin Grimshaw (sales manager) and their two daughters Kalani, six, and Luna, four. For as long as Monica Grimshaw […]

Using every small-space trick in the book, this New Plymouth cottage punches well above its weight in style and functionality

Come and go as you please with these entryway solutions Entryways provide the important first impression of your home, a glimpse into the world you’ve created. A welcoming entry should greet people, enveloping them warmly into the household. They’re also practical spaces, a place for rushed comings and goings, and where keys and shoes and […]

An elevated section in the Bay of Plenty’s Te Puna hills, with its distant views to the sea, was the perfect spot for a spacious new build Meet & greet Gaelene (facilitator for Look Good Feel Better), and Howard Falconer (commercial property developer). For ex-farmers, Gaelene and Howard Falconer, a move to Tauranga in 2014 […]

From the outside, new meets old at this ’60s state house in Auckland, but it’s an entirely different matter on the inside Meet & greet Matt (brand and creative consultant and co-founder of RAAD) and Rebecca Saunders (marketing contractor and co-founder of RAAD), Zoe, seven, and Issy, three. When Rebecca and Matt Saunders found their […]

Samsung’s new bespoke French Door Fridge gives you creative control over the colour and finish to suit your kitchen You’ve got your kitchen to the point of perfection, having created the ideal interior after spending hours contemplating every design decision from benchtop to joinery, lighting and tapware. So why limit yourself to choosing a fridge […]

Creating a relaxing sanctuary is more affordable than you think For winter wellbeing, we’re all about creating warm interiors to make your home look and feel inviting to family and friends. The Warehouse has a range of quality, cosy bedding and homeware to help you stay on-trend, with affordable options for every corner of your […]

Relocating to the country allowed an interiors stylist to create her dream maximalist home Meet & Greet: Emily (interiors stylist) and Charlie Mellor (bike company general manager). When Emily Mellor and her husband Charlie found their dream home in the countryside, it was clearly meant to be.  At the time, in summer 2015, it was […]

Sustainability and a love of nature are some of the design elements that inspired this countryside-loving family’s new-build Meet & greet Kate Crooks (interior designer at Kate Crooks Design), Jesse Crooks (builder and co-owner of Astute Build), Willow, six, and Siena, four. An interior designer and a builder make a handy combination. Throw in an […]

How a couple with vision tackled a run-down house on a steep, overgrown site and transformed it into a charming stylish home Meet & greet: Tomislav Ciganek (builder), Allanah Harrington (cardiac sonographer) and Harvey the cat. When Allanah Harrington and Tom Ciganek laid eyes on the 1940s three-bedroom art deco house on a steep bush […]

Our DIY expert Nikki Kettle shows us three clever ways to make your own DIY bedside table How to make your DIY side table What you will need: • Bedside table • Resene Waterborne Smooth Surface Sealer • Paint brush • Roller • Dowel 8mm • Handsaw • Caulking gun • Construction glue • Ruler […]

Ditch the plastic and enjoy the thrill of the Christmas countdown with a DIY advent calendar that’s choc-filled with festive activities

An architect designed this sun-drenched home to perfectly suit a couple with plans of retiring When architect Richard Furze was approached by a design-conscious husband and wife for his professional opinion on a site in Ōmokoroa in the Bay of Plenty, his immediate response was, “Yeah, this is great.” Although it was a reasonably compact […]

It’s a necessary feature, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be design-conscious and stylish too. Here’s how this undermount sink can elevate your kitchen look When it comes to the kitchen, every element should work in unison to ensure a beautiful cohesive design. Your granite or marble benchtop should be a stand-out feature in the busiest […]

This opulent family home was also designed to be luxury accommodation for guests to completely relax in a resort-style setting When expats Stuart and Rochelle Wilson were living in Hong Kong for 15 years, they dreamed of returning to New Zealand to build their dream home as “a place where people came to just exhale”. […]

Unsure what colour schemes to use in your home? We’ve decoded the trending palettes and how to use them, so you don’t have to New Zealanders are finally embracing warmer shades, even when it comes to neutrals. All that time spent indoors during lockdown last year has us seeking comfort in earthier shades. Coupled with […]

Make daily tasks a breeze with the latest and greatest tech accessories for your home. Shop the line-up and win one for yourself Love to Roomba The Roomba® i7+ robot vacuum with Clean Base™ Automatic Dirt Disposal takes convenience to a new level by automatically emptying into an enclosed bag that holds 30 robot bins, […]

Elevate your interior with ethereal sheer curtains What are sheers? Sheer curtains create a soft and airy look working to filter light, diffuse UV and retain privacy during the day. Some are easy to see through while others are more opaque and offer more privacy. Russells offers a range of custom-made sheer curtains in neutrals […]

Building their dream home ensured this couple got everything they wanted, from Passive House certification to an enviable view across Dunedin The design As intrepid DIYers with plenty of renovations under their belt, Ilona and Mark Weekley wanted to start with a blank slate that wasn’t constrained by existing structures when they built their Dunedin […]

Create a simple crate storage shelf using plywood and a smattering of paint You’ll need: • 1 sheet of 2400mm x 1200mm plywood (at least 17mm thick) • Measuring tape • Pencil • Skill saw • Wood glue • Screws • Drill • 3 wooden crates • Paint brush • Resene Dusky Pink, Resene Sea […]

What you need to know when finding the right window furnishing solutions for your home 1. Mix and match products to suit the room Curtains and blinds encompass a huge variety of styles, materials and modes of operation – some work better in certain rooms over others. For example, faux-timber and aluminium venetians are great […]

Fun fact: people spend up to 60 percent of their time in the kitchen at the sink. Which is why having a highly performing sink that adds to the aesthetics of your kitchen makes complete sense. SILGRANIT® sinks from BLANCO are admired globally for their exclusive styles and designer colour palette. The German-engineered designs incorporate […]

Let the sunshine in with this natural daylight solution A home with loads of natural light flooding in is always a joy to be in and it’s much better for you than electric light. Sunlight improves your circadian rhythm – meaning you sleep better, it’s also a mood enhancer and may even help you increase […]

A husband-and-wife team, who can’t seem to stop building houses, have finally built a home in Kumeu that’s just right Back when Terena and Tony Anderson had three young sons and Tony was a fireman, the couple were constantly building homes. “We moved every nine months for six years when the kids were little. During […]

It may be the smallest room in the house, but potentially, it’s the one with the most impact. This is the place to indulge any decorating dreams you may secretly harbour. Here’s how It’s been decades since women used to “go powder their noses”, which was a polite way of saying they needed to use […]

When dreaming up their new family home this couple wanted open spaces, a timeless look and to bring the outdoors in. Here’s how they achieved it When Bay of Plenty couple, Geoff and Cris Seavill, set out to build a new home that was uniquely their own, they were clear about what they hoped to […]

The bedroom should be a relaxing sanctuary. Here’s how to create a space that offers up the sweetest dreams In the recipe of wellness, sleep is an important ingredient. Getting in forty winks gives your body and mind the time it needs to recharge. But, this isn’t the only benefit, a good night’s sleep can […]

   A young couple left life on deck in the Med and got on board with building their future in Kerikeri Meet & greet Amanda Cooper, (photographer), Ben Gavin-Young (landscaper), and Isabella, two. Ben Gavin-Young and Amanda Cooper say their Scandinavian-inspired house in Kerikeri is “the house that Pinterest and YouTube built”. When the couple […]

The pantry is a hotspot for clutter, here are some simple storage hacks that will transform it into an organisation haven Like a good sous-chef, the pantry is a vital component in a kitchen set-up.   “Organising your pantry – and keeping it organised – can seem daunting, but with the right storage solutions, it’s a […]

The team at Kings Plant Barn are here to help with your winter gardening tips Any tips for keeping birds fed over winter? Attract birds, both native and introduced, with different feeding stations. Kākā, bellbirds, tūī and silvereyes will feed  from nectar feeder bottles. Attract kererū as well with cut fruit on the fence or […]

How to transform a hotspot for clutter into a storage haven – without compromising on style The entryway has two main purposes – it should welcome people into the home and provide an extra storage space for items such as shoes, coats and keys. “The entry is also a great place to add personality because […]

Walls looking a bit bare? Take a leaf out of Nikki Kettle’s colourful book and paint a show-stopping mural Out with the old The wall in Nikki’s living room has been an ever-evolving project, originally with just the one palm tree painted in the corner. She was inspired by the retro patterns she found on […]

We show you how to make the bedroom your cosy retreat. With temperatures dropping, we’re spending more time inside, and it’s the perfect time to make your home more cosy – the bedroom is an easy space to switch up your style for winter.  Aside from sleep, your bedroom is the place to wind down. […]

Kitchen design never looked so sweet If you are looking for kitchen design inspiration, Kaboodle Kitchens are serving up contemporary kitchen looks in the hottest colourways with their new trends range, which is a celebration of organic and grounding palettes with colours from greens and greys, to subtle pinks and metallics. The range is inspired […]

The dining table is a great place for families and friends to connect. It’s often where we share the experiences of our day and celebrate special occasions. Here’s how to style it for brunch, lunch and dinner    Dressing your dining table with dinnerware that complements the occasion will make everyone feel welcome and special. […]

Invest in a few key pieces and choose a colour palette that will see them through from toddler to teen When it comes to kids rooms, the goal is to create a space where their imaginations can run wild but also where they feel happy and comfortable. By investing in some key furniture pieces and […]

Take comfort in your surroundings as the chill arrives with seasonal winter updates to your favourite rooms. Front walls painted in Resene Leather. Back wall in Resene Quarter Linen. Floor stained in Resene Colorwood Dark Ebony. Vase painted in Resene Calico. Rug from Nodi, chair and vase from Domo, shelf from Citta, armchair and coffee […]

Transform the look of your home from ordinary to extraordinary with ease Transforming a home doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes the best ideas are the simplest. In the case of Colorsteel®, this can be as easy as changing the roof. There are also many more ways this proudly New Zealand-made steel can change the […]

Welcome family and friends in from the cold with a cosy home that ups the ante on warmth, comfort and style. As the days get shorter and the chill in the air becomes more noticeable, we’re turning our attention to indoors. Right now, creating a warm and inviting home is a priority, so everyone in […]

A room filled with vintage-inspired floral motifs is bound to make any little girl smile. Here’s how to get the look at home. Project: Floral headboard Transform your child’s bed with a bit of petal power. This floral-inspired headboard is an easy one-day DIY job. To start, measure and mark the size and shape of […]

From ceramic to terracotta to concrete, here’s how to match your planter to your interior style and arrange your pots like a pro Pots come in many shapes and sizes, in materials such as ceramic, terracotta, aluminium, fibreglass, stone, concrete and plastic. Plants can be planted into any number of containers – you are only […]

Welcoming and entertaining friends for a long lunch is one of the joys of summer. With these smart appliances its even easier A lazy Sunday lunch or casual Friday night dinner with friends is always a fun thing to do in summer.  What’s not to enjoy about chilled prosecco, lasagne and simple green salad for […]

The home invites the raw landscape right up to the house with extensive use of sliding and bi-fold doors as well as a wall of raked windows.

The laundry may be the engine room of the house but it hasn’t always been considered a temple of style.  This is all set to change. Neutral tones and natural materials such as tiles, wooden doors, jute rugs and laundry baskets will keep the look practical but also create a tranquil space you’ll actually want […]

The boundary between inside and outside is blurred at a Matarangi holiday home thanks to the clever use of sliding doors and raked windows There are no fences to speak of at The Pines, a bach community at the end of the Matarangi sandspit, in the Coromandel. Boundaries are vaguely defined, paths meander under the […]

Reduce life’s little annoyances with the latest automated tech for your home. Here are four ways to make your busy life a bit easier Picture never using a TV remote, light switch or scribbled shopping list again. Or, never having to worry if your pet has been fed, calling your kids to the dinner table, […]

Pull off a flawless bathroom renovation with Mico’s top 10 tips 1. Consider the lights Poor lighting in a bathroom could spoil all your hard work by casting shadows or making the space feel too cold and clinical. Talk to your Mico consultant about what lights would suit your budget and needs. 2. Plan plenty […]

   This year’s Resene Colour Home Awards winners brought subtle colour and a dose of character back to an Oamaru villa Meet & greet Tessa Simpson, 35 (freelance makeup artist), Tyler Simpson, 34 (project foreman), Reeve, 5, and Luca, 3, plus Monty the Labrador. Tessa Simpson never imagined her character-filled Oamaru home would take out […]

Give your bedroom a makeover with colours and textures inspired by nature. Here’s how to update your bed linen with warm terracotta tones Channel your inner magazine stylist – the new season’s Your Home and Garden bedding range is all about mixing, matching and experimentation. Hitting Farmers stores, it marks a move away from neutrals […]

Whether you’re planning a reno, building new or simply giving your interiors a little update, you’ll find all the advice, inspiration, contacts and new products at the Home Improvement Expo It’s not often you get all the latest products and industry experts in one location. Showcasing everything for your kitchen, bathroom, outdoors, new build materials […]

By building a home divided into a series of boxes, this couple maximised their opportunities to connect with the beautiful Kaipara landscape beyond. Discover the secret to capturing the stunning views Tucked into the side of a hill in the quiet community of Takahoa Bay in Kaipara, Deb and Tony Wilson’s home cuts a striking […]

Planning a bathroom renovation? Whether it’s a full overhaul or a clean and simple lift, Mico have the inspiration and the expertise Phoenix Vivid Slimline tapware at Mico The Budget: Before you begin planning your new bathroom, it’s worth ascertaining what elements are essential and where you’d like to splash out. Figure out how much […]

Turn your bed into a style statement this new year with bold prints, plush textures and luxe details from the latest Your Home and Garden bed linen range, available exclusively at Farmers Channel your inner magazine stylist – the new season’s Your Home and Garden bedding range is all about mixing, matching and experimentation. Hitting […]

The aesthetic importance of curtains and blinds can be overlooked, but they should take a bow for their visual appeal, privacy and sun protection Every show needs curtains, and at Colour My Life they came in the form of dramatic teal velvet from CurtainStudio. The beautiful fabric gives the cool, calm colour an added layer […]

By getting creative with the material palette and hardware, architect Daniel Marshall was able to achieve a crisp new bathroom that maximises storage A good bathroom gets the balance between functionality and luxury just right. And that’s exactly what the bathroom in this new build by Daniel Marshall of Daniel Marshall Architects has achieved. The […]

The Homes to Love team rounds up the must-have items topping our shopping wish list Black Friday, America’s most infamous day of shopping, has slowly but surely infiltrated the sales calendar here in New Zealand, and we’ve got our wish list ready and waiting in the wings. Kicking off online November 27th and in stores […]

If you’ve been looking for a reason to treat yourself then look no further than this curated list of must-have high-tech products. You’ll want to add everything to basket Buckle up and get ready, the year’s biggest day of deals is about to hit and it’s time to get shopping. Starting online from 27th November […]

The countdown to Christmas never looked so glam. Here’s how to make this luxe DIY advent calendar, plus tips on how to decorate your tree to match DIY blue and gold advent calendar You’ll need: Kaisercraft Box Advent Calendar kit Kaisercraft Starry Night 12 x 12-inch paper pad Navy paint Gold washi tapes in miscellaneous […]

Understanding these four simple design philosophies will help you create a home that makes life easier and more comfortable From large and luxurious to small and simple, a well-designed home can come in many forms. But the essence of great design boils down to one thing: it makes you feel good. Danish design has come […]

The COLORSTEEL® Awards recognise and celebrate New Zealand’s best architects, designers, roofers, and their projects. See the three exceptional winners below Architectural form in Christchurch: This Christchurch home was designed by architect Tim Dagg of Sheppard & Rout Architects for himself and his family.  Located in the leafy suburb of Strowan, the contemporary house features […]