Homeware

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These contemporary homewares will elevate any space King plush modular sofa, Paper Plane cushions. Photography: Alice Veysey. Create a modern vibe with your interiors by seeking out sophisticated furniture and decor in beautiful colours and materials. Artfully position these objects to add depth to your blank, white-walled canvas, all while creating a stylish and cohesive […]

A lust for life is obvious in this family’s predilection for playful, colourful decorating and one-off pieces Loving the space you are in can make a big difference to how you live, these homeowners adore colour and bold, playful pieces. Colourful and playful pieces can add a unique look to your home, these pieces embody […]

This home has all the hallmarks you’d expect from a Scandi house while still maintaining a sense of individualism Danish architecture with a Japanese twist creates a fluid transition between house and nature – see more if this home here.  To create more inviting tones and natural shapes will help enhance your minimalist style, shop […]

Connect the dots with this perky, playful trend Add some fun into your décor with these 11 homeware items that are super spotty. Have You Met Miss Jones Miss Cozette spotty vase, $98, from Bolt of Cloth. The Dots coat hook, from $69 (small), from Bauhaus. Bubble dot throw, $131, from Amara. Castle pillowcase butterscotch […]

Beachy Scandi vibes with lots of natural materials let the outside in Light and balance work with nature and a slow lifestyle at this idyllic holiday house in Denmark – see inside their home here and shop their style below Isla fringe bottom rattan pendant, $399, from Early Settler. Kiwi garden solar bulb string light […]

Light mid-century touches, plenty of plants and fun spaces for kids is the perfect formula for a family living downstairs from another in a unique living arrangement What started out as a bit of a joke between friends, has resulted in something a little more serious – a beautiful home for the Veysey family, surrounded […]

Say hello to sunshine and embrace easy, breezy living Whether its a pale yellow or a bright canary yellow, this happy shade will add instant brightness to your home. Napoleon chilly bin, $210, from Paper Plane. Orla Kiely yellow stem rug, $1399, from Allium Interiors. Tuscany outdoor umbrella, $329, from Target Furniture. Joseph Joseph paddle […]

Hop on the retro train with plenty of colour and pattern for a playful, yet suave approach to living Fashion designer Vaugh Geeson’s approach to living and decorating adds a colourful touch to a cottage makeover – see more of their 1900’s cottage renovation here.  Shop their style with these playful home items that will […]

After searching endlessly for the perfect nursery cushion, Jen Calorme decided to make her own, kick-starting a business in the process If you’ve been on Instagram lately, you’ve probably seen one of Jen Calorme’s creations peeking through a cradle or nestled in a rocking chair. She’s the founder of online home decor store Lune & […]

Treat your home to this speckled classic Add a glamourous touch of 70s style to your home with this speckled classic. A tortoiseshell print adds texture and interest to a space but the neutral colour palette means it goes with everything. Ferm Living Casca glass, $46 each, from Moi on George Tortoise glass plate, $94, […]

With an inherited passion for clay, potter Esther Mcdonald takes inspiration for her wares, Thea Ceramics, from her beautiful Waiheke surrounds From her Waiheke Island home and studio, Esther McDonald of Thea Ceramics, is never short of inspiration. Whether it’s from her paddleboard looking back at the shore or from her deck looking out to […]

Felicity Donaldson, aka Wundaire, has built a thriving ceramics brand through the power of persistence and creative collaboration What were you doing before you started making ceramics? At uni I studied science down in Dunedin, with some papers in design, but the jobs when I graduated were mainly in the research field, which didn’t particularly […]

Gorgeous homeware for the homebody or interiors obsessive (even if that happens to be you) Stuck for what to get the interior lover and the homebody in your life? They’ll love any one of these 21 gift ideas, take a look below: [related_articles post1=”87096″ post2=”87028″]

Impress your guests and up your platter game with the help of these stylish cheese boards Feeding a crowd? A beautiful grazing platter or a sophisticated cheese board is the perfect solution. But before you head to the shops to buy a basket full of cheese, crackers, dips and dried meats, you’ll want to make […]

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 […]

From fresh print to exciting new finds, this round up of the latest homeware we’re loving is sure to set the scene for easy living this summer 1. Drinks trolley With warmer nights on the way, it’s time to get a drinks trolley ready for summer entertaining. The wheels on this Sika Carlo trolley, $799, […]

We round up nine of our favourite new homeware trends and show you exactly where to shop online. You’ll want to add them all to your lust list. 1. Printed tea towels These printed tea towels by Crushes are a great souvenir of Aotearoa to post overseas as a gift or to use at home. […]

From budget buys to investment pieces, we’ve rounded up the hottest new homeware on the scene right now. Llama prints The new animal of the moment is definitely the fluffy llama. If you are looking for something special for your walls, check out this cute and quirky range of framed llama prints from Shut The […]

Amelia Lingonis loves stylish, unique homeware almost as much as she loves dogs. Her Wellington shop is a haven for pugs and rugs, kitties, kitchenware and more If you love interior design and dogs then you need to visit Smack Bang Home is where the dog is’ in huge gold letters adorns the wall behind […]

What’s new in the homeware scene – from our place to yours 1. Pillows with forest print Make bedtime a tranquil experience with these beautiful linen pillowcases from New Zealand brand Penney & Bennett. This stunning forest print with its array of natural greens would look great teamed with crisp white bedlinen or mixed with […]

Here’s our favourite new pieces in the homeware scene. Discover to incorporate them into your home to give it a refreshed and trendy look 1. Candles and diffusers With a fresh new look and product additions, The Aromatherapy Company’s relaunched Smith & Co lifestyle and body care range is full of must-have items for your […]

Design is in Annabelle Plowman’s genes. The daughter of fashion and design enthusiast Nicki Plowman is making a name for herself with her Havelock North homeware store, Annabelle’s Annabelle’s is the Havelock North homeware store we’re obsessed with When Annabelle Plowman opened her eponymous store in October 2016, she was already familiar with the ins […]

We’re keeping a close eye on the interior scene and have rounded up our top picks from some of our favourite homeware stores. Here’s what we’re lusting after right now 1. Flower power We love this floral art print by Jane Oldershaw, whose fond memories of her grandma’s garden, along with her rediscovery of nature […]

The Your Home and Garden team have shared what’s new in the homeware scene that they’re loving – and we immediately added them to our lust list 1. Beach umbrellas These vintage-inspired beach umbrellas by Byron Bay-based designers Sunday Supply Co are the perfect accessory for long days at the seaside this summer. Made in […]

H&M brings its fashion-forward, affordable homeware line to New Zealand with an H&M Home section arriving in the brand’s new Christchurch megastore Interior lovers rejoice as H&M Home opens in Christchurch and Wellington Canterbury interior design fans have reason to celebrate with the New Zealand launch of H&M Home. The on-trend and affordable homeware range […]

Trend alert! You heard it here first: desert-chic is the new neutral. Following her trip to Abu Dhabi, stylist Amber Armitage show us how to nail this look at home How to nail the dreamy desert-chic colour trend  The contrast between the modern and the ancient is what makes Abu Dhabi so fascinating. Situated on […]

Stylist Amber Armitage takes inspiration from her American road trip to create an interior palette featuring statement prints and creative colour How to decorate an interior inspired by the great American road trip Huge skies and long, endless roads frame the breathtaking scenery you’ll see while road-tripping around America. There’s nothing like hitting the highway […]

Yes, it’s true. You can create a Las Vegas inspired interior that’s both classy and fun. Stylist Amber Armitage shows us how with her statement prints and creative colour How to style your home with a Las Vegas inspired interior The big-city lights, brash attitude and anything-goes style of Las Vegas is a refreshing concept […]

Auckland’s Orakei Bay Village is the latest hotspot to visit for beautiful homeware, speciality flowers and delicious food Why you need to visit Orakei Bay Village if you love interiors A vacant waterfront warehouse and former gin distillery has been transformed into Auckland’s newest retail and hospo hub. Alongside Kings Plant Barn and specialty grocery […]

Local design company The Mood Store is known for creating eye-catching homeware, handcrafted furniture and custom kitchens A family-run homeware store filled with clean lines and local design In 2014, brothers James, Sean and Thomas Daniels took over their father Grant’s furniture workshop. “Dad had owned his own furniture business for 30 years so we […]

This beautiful boutique is stocked with specialty homewares, furniture and gifts sourced from around the world. Wellington homewares store The Axe gives interior decorators the edge For six years, Meg Domett, husband Duncan and daughter Grace have run Stacks Furniture Store, which specialises in locally made sofas, chairs and tables. When the dilapidated shop next […]

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 […]

Westgate Lifestyle has opened at Westgate in Auckland, housing 23 home and food retailers all in one location Do all your homeware shopping in one location Westgate Lifestyle brings together some of New Zealand’s favourite home and lifestyle brands anchored by Harvey Norman, Briscoes, Rebel Sport and Freedom. Karl Retief is the general manager – retail of Kiwi Property, […]

To celebrate the new Palmolive Oil Infusions range, infused with essential oils and botanical extracts, we’ve found the latest botanical-inspired homeware Top tips for nailing botanical style Use the real thing – house plants add an instant dose of freshness to an interior, plus there are so many beautiful pot holders, hangers and plant stands available to complete […]

Your Home and Garden’s summer homeware range has just landed at Farmers! Homes to Love caught up with Farmer’s assistant buyer Melissa Dos Santos to uncover the new range… A little bit about the range With summer fast approaching, it’s the ideal time to start freshening up your home. The new Your Home and Garden range features […]

From dreamy daybeds to crystal-dotted terrariums, Your Home & Garden editor Kristina Rapley shares her most coveted homeware items [related_articles post1=”47286″ post2=”2137″]

From winter-warming textiles to a ‘pink palace’, Catherine lists her design discoveries Words by: Catherine Wilkinson. [related_articles post1=”47075″ post2=”46882″]

Be in with a chance to win the ultimate homeware package, including marble-look dinnerware, copper cutlery and the latest products from the Living & Co children’s bedroom range The giveaway Set yourself up for homeware success and entertain in style with this home package containing the latest looks from The Warehouse. The prize pack includes a […]

Inspired by the ethically-made homeware she discovered while living in South Africa, this entrepreneurial Kiwi has opened a retail outlet in rural Matakana What started as a pipe dream for Mooi Mooi business owner Kim Hewitt has morphed into a successful homewares retail outlet, run solely on her terms out of her rural property in […]

We’ve rounded up the latest homeware in one of our favourite shades – grey. Browse this gallery of decor in 50 shades of grey! [related_articles post1=”34908″ post2=”38748″]

A former west Auckland icon has been given a new lease of life as a homeware store The Art Bunker was a local art gallery and somewhat of an institution in Titirangi, west Auckland, for many years. When the property, including a home at the back, came on the market in mid 2014 – owners […]

Brimming with homeware and fresh flowers, this enchanting store is a dream come true for Tina Heffer Knowing how market-fresh flowers can transform a home, Tina Heffer had always wanted to make them available in Te Awamutu. But she was wary of the risks of buying and selling a fresh product. “You have to be […]

Sara Bunny goes beachcombing, finds some nifty hanging tips, and consults a colour expert Sunbathe or picnic in style with a plush Beach People ‘Roundie’ towel. Available in five striking designs, the towels are roomy enough for two, from Green with Envy and Republic Home stores, $149. Nautical know-how If you can’t be near the […]

As they gain a strong following across the country, Napier design duo Bibby + Brady make their new home in one of the city’s iconic art deco buildings The Story In a place famed for its architecture, it seems only natural that a Napier duo who transform and enhance people’s homes is based in one […]

From the animal-lover to the person who has everything, this gift guide has your Christmas shopping all wrapped up The Botanist Clockwise from bottom left: Evie Kemp monstera print, $49, from Shut The Front Door. Buxus ball, $14.95, from The Foxes Den. Brass herb markers, $9 each, from Junk & Disorderly. Potted cactus, $19, from Bioattic. […]

We’ve been shopping for a sweet spot to lay your head and found these pretty and practical pillowcases Tips for pillowcases Mix and match – a plain pillowcase looks great when paired with a patterned Euro pillow and vice versa. Try keeping your duvet in a simple shade and pair it with bold pillowcases, or go all […]

This homeware store stocks whatever its customers want, need or ‘crave’ for their homes When Jude Turner was looking for a new business venture six years ago, she couldn’t find exactly what she was looking for. “We’d look at existing businesses and I’d just want to change so much, in the end I decided it […]

Summer has arrived in stores with the latest homeware ranges embodying colour, fruity shapes and shades of the sea. Here are some of favourite decor pieces of the moment