Home decorating

Light up your holiday spirit with these festive candles that smell as good as they look.

Denise Porter-Howland, aka Eleventeen Ceramics, pays homage to the abandoned and revered through her clay designs. Denise Porter-Howland’s world is wicked and wonderful, the underbelly of any good fairytale. From her home studio in Grey Lynn, Auckland she crafts surreal apple cores, ears and ashtrays. Highbrow fashion pieces, such as a ceramic Prada shoe that […]

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 […]

Easy ways to give your rental a new lease on life As the housing market spirals to near unattainable heights for many Kiwis, renting is fast becoming the new way of life. While renting has its perks, such as being able to live in beautiful, old villas without worrying about money-pit surprises — the practice […]

Do you have a small room in your home that is big on impact?   Have you done something bold or interesting with paint or wallpaper in a small room in your house? It could be an office, nursery, laundry or powder room – the only criteria is it’s small in space but big in impact. […]

A home in the hills above Muriwai provides the ideal rural retreat for a couple in need of an escape from city living In the quest to find balance between city and country life, Hannah Gordon and her husband Brooke found it was possible to combine the best of both worlds. Together, they have created […]

An ’80s suburban bungalow in Cape Town was given a charming makeover by its owner Kirsten Goss with the use of colour, quirk and a disco ball Rows of cacti, china dogs, a wacky cluster of retro flush-mounted lights on the wall, and a glass cabinet brimming with vintage cameras – all before you have […]

Subdued greens and curvaceous, organic shapes create an understated natural Christmas style that is both relaxing and joyful Deck the halls For a modern interpretation of the traditionally bright and bold garland, wind strands of delicate foliage (olive branches look lovely) around handrails or curtain rods. A trail of thoughtfully wrapped gifts tied with sumptuous […]

As the weather warms in the Antipodes, a nature-loving interior designer and her family in Sussex celebrate the cosy pleasures of an English Christmas When searching for zero cost, sophisticated festive styling ideas, interior designer Maria Le Mesurier, the creative force behind WoodEdit, likes to make her home Christmas ready using nature’s best. “Dressing our […]

A New Plymouth couple’s arts and crafts home is the result of time, patience and meticulous attention to detail Ros McKenzie hadn’t even driven all the way up the driveway when she realised she’d fallen in love. She and husband Craig had been alerted to the New Plymouth arts and crafts home where their good […]

Watercolour homewares are making a splash. Shop them below Clockwise from top left: Robert Gordon landscape organic mug, $40.90, from Moi on George. Nebula wallpaper in mist, $480 (roll), from Emma Hayes. Rau large cushion cover, $135, from Penney + Bennett. Robert Gordon canvas black opal entree plate, $59.90, from Allium Interiors. Clockwise from top […]

Pleated homewares are making a chic return. Shop the look below Clockwise from top left: Le Klint cylinder 183 pendant in black oak, $1074 (medium), from Finnish Design Shop. Pleated folded swing vase in white, $102, from The Design Depot. Expose side table, $629, from BoConcept. Cord cushion in green, $79, from BoConcept. Clockwise from […]

A dark and dreary home is polished until sparkling light and bright. Take a tour of this inspiring renovation below When Brydhi Williamson first spotted this Alexandra home online, she was sure it was a diamond in the rough. Beneath the burgundy walls, crazy cottage wallpaper, dark wooden panelling and cluttered interior was her and […]

Co-founder of The Hello Cup, Robyn Mclean’s modern Hawke’s Bay townhouse is filled with wit and whimsy, and a reflection of its fun and colourful inhabitants  ‘Impulsive’ is one adjective that might be used to describe Robyn McLean and Jol Bates. They’ve heard a few others too – reckless and radical, as well as instinctive, […]

Are sunken lounges the next big thing or just a blast from the past? A collective obsession with nostalgia is a phenomenon that’s making waves across all cultural spheres: music, art, and of course, interior design. It’s one of the driving forces behind the increase in popularity of 70s inspired interiors, the return of 80s […]

Shutters are a timeless and classic addition to any home. Here’s all you need to know about this type of window treatment Choosing window furnishings is one of those decisions that is often left to the last minute. After all, it’s more fun to choose paint colours, bedding, art and furniture. But, as an integral […]

Designer Lynda Gardener mixes old and new with the found and the collected to create a warm sense of whimsy in her inner-city home Lynda Gardener, an interior decorator and owner of boutique accommodation, is an avid collector. Her warehouse home is filled with countless treasures she has slowly collected throughout the years. What is […]

We’re shining a light on window treatments. Here’s what you need-to-know about curtains Choosing window furnishings is one of those decisions that is often left to the last minute. After all, it’s more fun to choose paint colours, bedding, art and furniture. But, as an integral element of interior design, deciding what you’ll dress your […]

A Wellington two-bedroom cottage has expanded over the years to become a restful, warm and beautiful home to a family of seven filled with vintage treasures collected over the years Everywhere you look in Sarah and Mark Vivian’s Wellington house there’s vintage rubbing up against new. Green velvet Trade Me chairs book-end a contemporary black […]

Childhood memories of the bush and nature inspired the design of this cool home Jane Power grew up on large farm and, as an adult, had visions of waking up and looking out her bedrooom window at lots of trees, something she’s finally managed to do in her new home by award-winning architect David Boyle. […]

A husband-and-wife design team dramatically transformed their cramped and dated bungalow To look at the sleek timber lines of this home in a small seaside town, you’d never know that a few years ago it was a pokey 1970s bungalow with a cramped, complicated layout. “People who knew the house from before we bought it […]

Industrial style, a little French country and grunge luxe is mixed to perfection in this spacious family home in Masterton Building a house from scratch isn’t an easy endeavour, but after working on their first home and loving the process, Masterton locals Danielle (Dani) and Johnny Burkhart took a gamble the hot property market would […]

A would-be holiday house became a cosy home when this family decided to swap busy city life for adventures in Wanaka For a family that loves getting outdoors and having adventures, suffering through Auckland’s busy commute every working day can only be endured with a ‘grin and bear it’ attitude for so long. The remedy […]

Intent on creating a luxe holiday at home vibe, an Auckland couple took inspiration from coastal Hamptons sophistication and Hawke’s Bay landmark Black Barn Vineyards While most of us look forward to escaping everyday life with long weekends in the holiday hotspots of Hawke’s Bay or Queenstown, Sarah and Matt Cotterall took it one step […]

Prepare to see versions of this humble chair, also known as the Committee chair and Pierre Jeanneret chair, at a shop near you A brief history of… the Capitol Complex office chair Who designed it? It all starts with Le Corbusier, the legendary 20th-century Swiss-born architect. In the 1950s, he was tasked with creating the […]

Renovating a home with hubby who likes to tear things apart and two tiny ‘helpers’ has its own challenges and blessings. See the before and afters of their reno below When teacher Hayley and firefighter Isaac first met they were living on opposite coasts. Hayley was based at Mt Maunganui, while Isaac was in Taranaki […]

Verdant hues are the apple of our eyes this season. Shop these stylish green homewares below Clockwise from top left: Home Republic Archie Eucalyptus towel range, from $19.99, from Adairs. Ambit pendant in dusty green, $499, from Bauhaus. Maggie Stephenson x Bed Threads ‘Growth’ art print, $90, from Bed Threads. Home Republic Desert Rose sage […]

After leaving their large family home, this Auckland couple found their new forever place in a smaller character home where their art could take the stage Make-up artist Lisette Cross is used to translating the wants and needs of clients, using her flair for colour and composition. Her creative background and years of experience came […]

Moving to a property with four glasshouses prior to last year’s lockdown turned out to be a blessing for Michael Mansvelt If you’re looking for Michael Mansvelt, you might find him under a palm tree surrounded by tropical and sub-tropical foliage and vibrant-coloured blooms. And no, he won’t be in some Far North hotspot or […]

Introduce punchy geometrics into your home with angular forms and vivid lines. Here are our top homeware picks Clockwise from top left: Pink check velvet cushion and colour block cushion, from $108 each, from Castle. Plateau rug, $4549.60 from Designer Rugs. Chiaozza wall hooks, around $70 (set of 5) from Areaware. Home Republic kaleidoscope multi […]

A century-old Californian-style bungalow in New Brighton, which fell into disrepair after the quakes, is restored to perfection Damaged by the earthquakes, boarded up for three years and stripped by vandals, the century-old, two-and-a-half storey California bungalow in New Brighton was rather down at heel when Matthew Ayton and Tanya Boe bought it as-is at […]

Hard work and a savvy budget has helped this first-time homeowner transform her ’70s brick unit one room at a time. See the before and afters below When Rebecca Hall clapped eyes on the 53sqm 1970s Huntly brick unit in New Plymouth, she saw the opportunity to star in her very own The Block NZ, […]

A love of old homes and all things curvy has seen this determined couple design a new-build that’s full of character. Take a tour below If it were to be given a title, Olivia Sullivan and Sam Kennedy’s new build would be “The Great Balancing Act of 2020”. It begins with the design, which called […]

Author Alice Nelson and her husband Danny saw great potential in this home. Their recent renovation is the latest update in a century-long tale of transformation. Author Alice Nelson used to write in cramped studios and at noisy public libraries, always dreaming of having a library in her own home. It would be a peaceful […]

Interior designer Kim Stephen’s home combines her signature flair for colour with a clever use of its relatively compact spaces As it is situated in a row of brick homes, the facade of this house is almost identical to those on either side of it. Step inside the front door, however, and the uniquely colourful […]

A creative couple designed and built their forever home in Gibbston Valley, with space for all the family including the horses For Laura Shallcrass, having a house in the hills with space for horses was always a dream. Settled in Queenstown for the past 12 years with her husband, architectural designer Robbie Dick, Laura, who […]

Influenced by holidays abroad, this family’s transitional villa embraces the colour and vibrancy of exotic Turkey and Morocco Clarissa and Doug Thompson’s brief for revamping the transitional villa they’d just bought was simple and unambiguous: “Anything but white.” They wanted the interior of their house to be colourful and to work with some of the […]

As we turn our attention indoors, this season makes us rediscover the beauty of being at home A slight drop in temperature, not immediate but still noticeable, and shorter days can mean only one thing – autumn is coming. Apart from signalling a switch up in the wardrobe department, these changes also prompt a start […]

When it comes to small apartment living, this Auckland couple know how to use space to their advantage A quick commute, handy location and even a spare bedroom – Marissa Kirkham and fiance Will Parr’s first apartment ticks all the boxes. The couple, aged 30, had been flatting with friends in Auckland’s Mt Eden when […]

Painted breeze blocks and wooden battens have transformed this retro family home.

Time, effort and an expert way with textiles has helped transform an early 1900s house situated on the edge of a hill in Auckland into a cosy family home In 2010, Meredith and Michael (Mike) planned to renovate a tiny Auckland bungalow the couple owned. Unfortunately, the cost of the project kept escalating and after […]

A stroke of luck brought Pip and Shane McNeil to this lush Whangārei section. Now, with chickens, fruit trees and space aplenty, they can’t imagine themselves anywhere else As the McNeil kids race around their acre (4000sqm) section, weaving in and out of trees and shrubs and delightedly hunting for chicken eggs, it’s clear to […]

Armed with a paint brush, this homeowner transformed her idyllic rural home room by room while her children napped. See the before and afters below After selling their quake-damaged home in Christchurch, Sofie and Daniel Isherwood were looking for an escape from the damage recovery and roadworks in their area. In February 2014, they found […]

Sink into slumber with these light and easy bedroom updates for the warmer months 1. Palm perfection Whether it’s a few fronds in a vase or a wallpapered feature wall, using palm leaves in your bedroom decor will put you on the fast track to summer bedroom bliss. Decorating Rattan elements such as the headboard, […]

Cold nights are perfect for a cosy dinner party, so change up your dining space and create a destination-themed setting. Here are four stylish ways to do it Joshua tree Desert tones such as red ochre, terracotta and sand are key to this look. Vintage rugs and kilims add colour, pattern and a sense of […]

This week The Block NZ teams had to band together to create a cohesive look inside apartment five, as well as dealing with Dinner Wars drama. We take a look inside the explosive room reveals.  After a week of feuding, the teams had to put, or try to put, their troubles aside and work together […]

The cover home of Your Home & Garden’s April issue was a cool and contemporary family home in Christchurch. Here’s how to shop their Scandinavian style The van Kekems achieved a modern yet homely aesthetic by using a mix of raw materials – wood, concrete and metal – softened by plenty of textural soft furnishings.“I […]

With a Scandi-look Christmas tree wall hanging, presents wrapped in brown paper and native foliage in vases, this Muriwai Beach home’s Christmas style is simple yet stylish This Muriwai Beach home is all about laid-back Christmas style When Dharlia and Ty Lynch returned from an extended OE in Margaret River, Western Australia, deciding where to […]

Decorating with pattern may seem scary but, by following these simple rules, you’ll have the confidence to add bold designs to your home like a stylist. How to decorate with patterns like an interior designer While many people find using pattern in the home a little intimidating, it’s a wonderful way to personalise your space […]

Thinking of switching up your Christmas tree style this year? We’ve rounded up our favourite creative and quirky alternatives that are easy to make at home Felt Take 1m thick felt and draw a tree shape onto it, using our image as a guide. Cut and attach to your wall using picture strips. Add a […]

The Block NZ judge Kristina Rapley is a keen renovator herself, but now that she’s had her eyes opened to just how hard the contestants work, she says she won’t be competing any time soon. See inside The Block NZ judge Kristina Rapley’s tranquil Auckland home When The Block NZ judge Kristina Rapley invites you […]

There was desert chic, warm Moroccan and four standout laundries. Here’s how to shop the looks from The Block NZ laundry and re-do room week Shop The Block NZ laundry and re-do room looks This week The Block NZ interiors were completed, and thanks to some helpful family members they got a good clean too. […]

It was all about re-do rooms and laundries this week on The Block NZ. Did they manage to impress the judges? Take a look to see how they went The Block NZ teams reveal their laundries and re-do rooms A colour crises hit The Block NZ teams this week and even Amy and Stu weren’t […]

It’s time to think 50 shades of grey, without needing to blush. Tonal decorating is your secret weapon to a calming, fashion-forward space This is why your next room makeover should be tonal Search the streets of fashion week and you’ll see tonal dressing is back in vogue. And as with most fashion trends, this […]

Inspired by lush tropical destinations, these bold Resene designs add nostalgic glamour, evoke escapism and create a focal point in any room How to feel like you’re on holiday at home with statement tropical wallpaper + Tropical wallpaper should be teamed with nature-inspired Resene paint colours, textures, and metallics to cohesively mimic the outdoors. + […]

Vintage-style objects from around the world have been modernised with bright colours, new materials and a crisp white backdrop in this Tauranga home Meet and greet Carly Ward, co-owner and manager of Nourish Cafe, Cameron Ward, general manager of clothing company You Know We Ain’t Ltd, Jackson, 9, and Mia, 7, plus Bruce the cat […]

The change of season is an opportunity to restyle your interior; here’s 5 winter interior decorating ideas we prepared earlier. The grey skies and wet mornings of winter may have set in, but that doesn’t mean you should give up on style. The change of season is an opportunity to restyle your interior; here’s 5 winter interior decorating ideas we prepared […]

We round up six of our favourite homeware and interior stores from across the country that are worth adding to your destination-shopping list 1. Sunday – Waihi Beach  The well-curated selection of beautiful pieces handpicked by the owner makes Sunday the perfect destination for interior lovers. The lure of the beach, a love of New Zealand […]

Whether they’re clashing or complementary these six colour combinations are a sure fire way to add interest to your home’s interior Pretty Pink vs Fiery Red 1. Nozzle set, $119, by Garden Glory. 2. Keyring, $22, from Tuberose. 3. Pen, $49, from Tuberose. 4. Denby plate, $115 part of set, from Raines Homewares. 5. Bowl, […]

The houses on The Block are starting to take shape. Tour through the rooms and get inspired in this complete guide to Andy and Nate’s house The Block NZ: See inside Andy and Nate’s house We’re half way into The Block NZ and there’s been a real mixed bag of results from the teams. With eight completed rooms, the […]

A tired ex-rental in Hamilton is given a bright makeover inspired by its owners love of monochrome shades and keen eye for French styling Scroll down to see this chic Hamilton home Meet and greet Audrey Fitzjohn, photographer and stylist, Elliot Fitzjohn, arborist, and Charles, 3. A Hamilton home gets a $40,000 makeover with French […]

The winter issue of Simply You Living is your indispensable guide for home renovation and design, with instant colour inspiration for every space What you’ll find in the winter issue of Simply You Living Colour and renovations are the two themes that have driven this issue. Both are key to making your home your own. […]

North & South art director and columnist Jenny Nicholls joined forces with spatial designer Michelle Ben Zur to update her space-starved Waiheke cottage – with stunning results When North & South art director and columnist Jenny Nicholls bought her 1940s cottage on Waiheke in 2007, it was more holiday crash pad than the permanent home Nicholls […]

Interior design expert James Treble serves up his top 8 tips and considerations to help you create the perfect kitchen design Kitchens sell houses! It’s an old saying, and one that every real-estate agent will agree with. Whatever the size of your home, the kitchen is a room you spend heaps of time in. It’s […]

Rugs are often the final flourish we need to complete a room. From size to finish to style, Alex Fulton shares her tips on how to choose the right one How do I choose the right floor coverings for my kitchen and living areas? This is a common question that I get asked about in […]

A flair for upcycling, combined with some tricks of the trade, has transformed this tired Wellington house into a light, bright family haven Meet and greet Pip Hunter, ESOL teacher, Will Malone, builder and owner of iwillconstruct, Indy, 6, and Bella, 5, plus Marley the cat. A Wellington home is renewed thanks to some skillful […]

This year we’re seeing big, bold, textured trends making their way into our homes. We take a look at seven of the best styles and our favourite items from each  1. Green living Bring the lushness of the outdoors inside and you’ll see it’s easy to be green. A few well-chosen pieces will give you the […]

They moved out of a dream beachfront home and into a suburban do-up! But for this design-savvy Tauranga couple, it was the best decision ever Meet and greet Kathrine McDonald, interior designer, Bain McDonald, property consultant, Ella, 11, and George, 9, plus Lucca the dog (being dog-sat by the family) A Tauranga home in need […]

 Wool, cotton, silk, and linen – love the idea of natural fibres but don’t know where to begin?  We’ve made a list of all the important stuff you need to know Wool Wool is a protein-based fibre that can be blended with synthetic fibres to make it easier to clean and less prone to pilling. […]

Designer and illustrator Evie Kemp fearlessly blends pattern, colour and texture in her work, so it comes as no surprise that her South Auckland home is full of her bold personality Meet and greet Sam Holford, doctor, and Evie Kemp, designer and illustrator, plus dogs Pebbles and Biggie and Eddie the cat. Inside the Hill […]

It’s inspiring to see homeowners use neglected spaces to create ingenious storage ideas or nooks. Here are 20 examples that will blow your mind! 20 clever nooks and storage ideas to steal [related_articles post1=”42951″ post2=”41135″]

Get a glimpse inside Your Home and Garden’s April issue. Grab a copy in-store now to get your own Evie Kemp print, and discover more statement interiors [related_articles post1=”67301″ post2=”66362″]

This stylish lifestyle block in Christchurch is one of our favourites. Watch to find out how you can steal this family’s colourful, modern style Steal their style: This Christchurch lifestyle is a slice of paradise Katie McNamara and her husband Mark moved from Sydney to Christchurch in 2009 when Mark was offered a racing commentator’s […]

You loved this family bach on Kawau Island now so we’ve made it easy for you to steal their style! Watch to find out how you can get their laid back look  Steal their style: A classic Kiwi bach on Kawau Island This family bach on Kawau Island is a popular one! Hilary West and […]

What was supposed to be a renovation-turned-rental will be home for this colourful stylist and her family for a little while longer yet A house destined to be a rental becomes a colourful family home In 2013, Andrew and Lulu Wilcox were on the hunt for an investment property, focusing their search on the fringes […]

What began as a humble home project for an Upper Hutt duo has mushroomed into a trove of on-trend, Kiwi-designed treasures Created Homewares is an Upper Hutt store making Kiwi design a priority Damian Townsend and Jonathan Smeets – Damo and Jono to most who know them – have been on a whirlwind journey which has […]

We sat down with linen expert and Wallace Cotton owner Paula Wallace to ask her about thread count, what it means and why we should care What exactly is thread count and why should we care about it? Basically, fabric is made by weaving vertical and horizontal yarns. There are a bunch of variables to […]

It’s a design dilemma we hear often – what to do with a dark and dingy Lockwood interior so its original character is retained  while giving it a fresh new look. Here’s a Lockwood renovation idea that won’t break the bank! How to give your Lockwood a cosmetic update “Two words,” says interior designer Alex Fulton. “Paint […]

The saying “good things come in small packages” rings true with this perfect little bachelorette pad by the beach at Mt Maunganui Who lives here? Julie Duncan, owner of floristry and antiques store Myrrh. Like riding a bike Learning to live in a small space is a bit like remembering how to ride a bike, […]

Not every home purchase is based on a mutual, love-at-first-sight reaction – sometimes it takes a change in circumstances to clinch the deal Who lives here? Steve Galbraith (owner and director of Galbraith Engineering), Shelly Galbraith (homemaker and casual ANZ customer-service representative), Millie, 17, and Gus, 15, plus Archie their ancient dog and Suki the […]

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 […]

Choosing furniture and accessories for your outside space can be difficult, so we’ve made things easy with this handy guide to outdoor summer style 6 points to consider when choosing outdoor furniture this summer Whether you’re outdoors catching some sunshine, lounging by the pool, entertaining friends or having a quiet dinner with the family, it’s […]

Lighting your home has come a long way since the humble candle and oil lamp. Be in the know and get inspired by the latest trends in lighting design 6 of the brightest lighting trends you need to know Brighten your home with the latest trends in lighting design. Whether your taste is rustic and nature inspired […]

Step inside this painstakingly accurate re-creation of a 1950s American home, filled with all the iconic furniture and decor of the era A mid-century home pulls out all the stops to sell The owners of this home in Dallas, Texas, are selling up, giving the general public a rare opportunity to see inside their retro-inspired […]

An auction-weary family found the best had been saved till last when they discovered a 1950s Devonport home in need of a helping hand. Story by Debbie Harrison Who lives here? Kate Alexander (interior stylist and owner of Places & Graces), Matt Kardos (enterprise architect for Electric Kiwi), Harry, 9, and Molly, 6, plus Mindy the […]

Bold colour, distinct spaces and a thrifty approach to decorating have set this exceptional 1920s Palmerston North art deco house firmly apart from the pack  Who lives here?  Julie Atwell Roberts, 43 (florist), Anthony Roberts, 46 (pharmacy owner), Jackson, 17, and Julie’s mother, Joan, plus Penny the Staffy, cats Timmy, Goose and Stella, and four […]

This 1950s Devonport house proved to be the blank slate interior stylist Kate Alexander had been searching for to transform into her dream family home Who lives here? Kate Alexander (interior stylist and owner of Places & Graces), Matt Kardos (enterprise architect for Electric Kiwi), Harry, and Molly, plus Mindy the Jack Russell. Style secrets […]

Bring your interiors to life with tactile fabrics in this season’s trending colours and designs. Scroll through the gallery to view the latest textile swatches… The 6 hottest textile trends Metallic Play the alchemist with shimmering gold, burnished bronze and polished platinum. Spice Offset the warmth of earthy cinnamon and turmeric hues with cool, calming […]

With lashings of pink and a certain je ne sais quoi, this perfectly petite Mt Maunganui home reflects its owner’s new ‘girl power’ chapter  Who lives here? Julie Duncan, owner of floristry and antiques store Myrrh. Learning to live small Learning to live in a small space is a bit like remembering how to ride […]

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 […]

Don’t confine colour blocking to your wardrobe – dress your interiors in complementary tones to make a serious style statement Styled by: Louise Hilsz. Photography by: Michael Rooke. [related_articles post1=”50524″ post2=”47576″]

Once a derelict Cape Cod-style house in need of a makeover, this Remuera home is now a testament to the talented couple who designed and built it This Remuera home is a showcase for the talented couple who designed and built it Adam and Alice Sharp were still dating when Adam spied a “For Sale” sign […]

We quiz interiors expert Alex Fulton for her tips and tricks for hanging a brilliant gallery wall. Kate Spade NYC gallery wall, here we come! There are a few simple steps to follow to hang a good-looking gallery wall: 1 Lay out all your artwork on the floor under the wall that you are planning to use. […]

As The Block fever grips the nation, we take a look back to 2014 when The Block Sky High Australia teams revealed their bold, brave apartment designs  Trixie & Johnno Lucky winners of the penthouse in the first challenge, Queenslanders Trixie, 37, and Johnno, 40, have gutted and rebuilt a couple of homes and spruced […]

For a Memphis Group-inspired interior, think plastics, asymmetrical shapes and bold blocks of colour. For more of the latest interior trends check out the winter issue of Simply You Living on sale now. [related_articles post1=”46771″ post2=”41365″]  

With flaking paint, borer and a weakness for maroon, an old Dunedin house was in a sorry state until a couple with just the right mix of practical skills and artistic flair took it in hand At a glance Who lives here? Doug McConaughy (structural engineer), Shelley McConaughy (florist, designer, artist), Oscar, Eli, Rose the […]

This villa underwent an initial cosmetic facelift followed by a comprehensive renovation and the results are stunning When Melinda and Simon Morley bought their circa 1905 Federation (an architecture style popular in Australia from 1890-1915) villa it was essentially in original condition: vintage appliances, tired vinyl flooring, seriously patchy paintwork and open fireplaces the only […]

As the temperature drops, we chat to linen expert and Wallace Cotton owner Paula Wallace about how to transition you bed from summer to winter – and what the ideal winter bed looks like How do I transition my linen in those awkward months between late summer and autumn/winter without totally swapping my bedlinen out? […]

Katherine Jamison loves raising her young family in wide open spaces on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula “I grew up on a working sheep farm, so I never really felt settled living on a ‘normal’-sized block. Even on half an acre of lovely gardens and gum trees surrounded by rolling hills and wineries, I still felt boxed […]