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A well-travelled Auckland family’s light and airy home, which overlooks a valley, features beautiful reminders of their overseas trips Far-flung destinations might be off the table for now but for freelance writer Helene Ravlich and her family, every day at home reminds them of their travels. She and husband Jooles Clements bought their early 1900s […]

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 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Oliver and Ella are about to embark on a new build. Follow us as we document their building journey through our helpful series My New Home  Meet the family behind the My New Home project Oliver’s face will be familiar to many New Zealanders from his acting roles on Shortland Street and many other local […]

Kourtney Kardashian hired interior designer Martyn Lawrence Bullard to help curate her 11,500-square-foot Tuscan-style home in Calabasas, California, and the results are gorgeous! The lowdown on Kourtney’s House Where: Calabasas, USA Style: Mediterranean revival Decor: Restrained and modern Kendall Jenner’s $6.5 million Los Angeles Home Where: Los Angeles, USA Style: Modern classic Key features: Three storey, six bedooms, […]

The owners of this mid-century home wanted to restore it to its original condition while at the same time introducing some contemporary elements How do you find the right balance between restoration and renovation with older houses? This was a question foremost in the minds of Iain Archer and Nate Garven three years ago when […]

Now home to a couple and their menagerie of animals, a gracious old farmhouse in Auckland’s rural outskirts has shed the beige and embraced gem-like colour At a glance Who lives here? Kim Brebner, 44 (art director for Bed Bath & Beyond NZ), Isaac Khasawneh, 30 (healthcare assistant at Mt Eden Prison), Ted the ginger […]

Designers Hecker Guthrie were called in to refresh this former corner pub in inner Melbourne to suit the needs of a young family A former corner pub gets a beautiful Scandi makeover Who designed the renovation? Designers Hecker Guthrie. Where is it? Melbourne, Australia. What were the key changes? A new kitchen, powder room, study, […]

Short on space? Renovating on a shoestring budget is all about selecting what area of your home you need to upgrade for your required end purpose, and channelling your money there. Sometimes it’s as simple as using the space you already have in a clever way Making a space multi-purpose It may be creating a […]

Airbnb has today announced you too can now live like a bachelorette following the iconic Auckland Mansion now being listed on Airbnb! For an extravagant $10,002NZD a night, the luxurious Solsbury Hill residence could be the setting for your own romantic adventure or the ultimate girl’s weekend away! The property presides over vast manicured grounds […]

What could have been quite a plain home is instead a lush interior filled with lots of natural textures, colours and interesting decor pieces Creative family home Surrounded by a spectacular forest, this Wauchope, NSW home is a peaceful sanctuary for owners Penny and Terry. The open-plan layout makes it perfect for their family of […]

This terrace home almost contains two homes in one – a Victorian-style home at the front, and a Scandinavian, minimal home at the back. And they work beautifully together The bright blue front door is the first sign that there’s something special inside this Victorian terrace house in Melbourne. Once visitors clap eyes on the light-filled rear […]

The two-storey house on this magical meandering property is a blend of Kiwi woolshed-meets-French country A magical Tauranga property with rural French ambience Who lives here? Rebecca-Jane Russell (designer, farmer and wedding-venue owner and manager), partner Jean-Francois Larue (arborist), Rebecca-Jane’s children Moss, 14, and Maggie, 12, Jess and Molly the dogs, numerous cats, horses, goats, […]

Architect Eva Nash took on the project of renovating her once damp and musty Auckland home and has given it a new lease of life Renovation inspiration from a 1930s bungalow As an architect, Eva Nash’s approach to designing her own family home was no different to the way she approaches her other projects. “The […]

A view was a prerequisite for Heidi Correa and her family when hunting for a weekend home at Palm Beach north of Sydney This modernist house comes complete with a three-storey tower and an epic view, offering 360-degree panoramic vistas. But the rest of the home is just as gorgeous with a fresh Moroccan feel that combines […]

This achievable exterior makeover proves a basic suburban home with dated aluminium windows can have street appeal with a few simple updates Turning a plain, dated home into the smartest on the street This house could be in any suburban street in New Zealand. It’s neat and tidy, looks in solid condition and it’s probably […]

American actor Johnny Depp is selling a collection of five penthouses in the landmark Eastern Columbia Building in Los Angeles for US $12,780,000 ($17,785,549 NZD) Why they’re special The building is considered to be the greatest example of art deco architecture in Los Angeles Find the full listing here.

A family of six needing to upsize create an enviable lifestyle in a peaceful Hawke’s Bay settlement Who lives here? Asha Payton (upholsterer and founder of Little and Fox), Joe Payton (Hawke’s Bay rugby player development manager), Otis, 6, Teddy, 5, Pepe and Fox, both 2, plus Biddi the dog. The story behind this Hawke’s […]

This “tiny home” in Taupo received so much interest when it was posted on Trade Me that its owners are thinking of creating more The tiny home’s key features 3 metres wide by 7 metres long It’s built on a trailer meaning it’s completely portable Asking price $80,000 European-made kitchen Sleeping loft Bathroom with full-size shower, sink […]

There’s something so heartwarming about brightly coloured houses, especially en masse. Here are 10 cities that have embraced an awe-inspiring array of colours 10 cities with the most colourful houses Willemstad, Curacao Trinidad, Cuba Pelourinho, Brazil La Boca, Buenos Aires Juzcar, Spain Burano, Italy Bo Kaap, South Africa St Johns, Canada Jodhpur, India Charleston, America [related_articles post1=”45746″ […]

Brooke Thompson and Mitch Davies were still on a high from winning the fourth series of The Block NZ when they found a dream site on which to build their first home Why thinking fast paid off Brooke Thompson and Mitch Davies were quick to act on their long-held goal of buying land in Queenstown with the winnings […]

This 99-year-old weatherboard cottage is filled with an eclectic mix of treasures House snapshot Janice and her partner Mark have lived in their 99-year-old weatherboard in Brooklyn NSW, Australia for 12 years. When it comes to decorating Janice’s style is very eclectic and the home is full of unique treasures, gathered over time. “We have […]

Architects Kerry Phelan and Stephen Javens, directors of K.P.D.O., created a home out of the ramshackle garage of an old military building in Melbourne Behind its heritage facade a new building was constructed of brick, concrete, travertine and timber – simple materials used in a very graphic way. Rooms with no particular function were included, the couple preferring […]

This slick, contemporary Auckland home in white and grey tones is an entertainer’s dream Nestled among the villa-lined streets of St Mary’s Bay, sits a house that subtly defies the Auckland suburb’s sense of history. The contemporary glass and concrete structure built by Ian Webster and his partner Jianni Felpas is all stylish white furniture […]

A North Otago new-build which curls its arms around a protected outdoor area is everything its farmer owners wanted Who lives here?  Sarah Isbister, husband Gareth (both cattle farmers), and Harriet, 3, plus border terrier Floyd and Poppy the cat. Background  Cattle farmers Sarah and Gareth Isbister bought their 440-hectare farm four years ago. In […]

 A farming family decided to start from scratch rather than renovate – the results are a modern farmhouse that’s everything they dreamed of and more  “I’ve never really thought of myself as having a certain ‘style’ but for this home we wanted to go for a modern country look,” Sarah explains. “I wanted to mirror […]

At just 18 metres square – about half the size of a two-car garage – this New Plymouth home has everything you’d expect… except room for an oven Natalie Kennaugh and Zara Losch had been living in the United Kingdom, but in 2013 decided to head to New Zealand (a homecoming for Kiwi Natalie) and make their home in […]

A major extension has given a Southland farming family the home they once thought was out of reach A Southland farming family build their dream home Who lives here? Jodelle and Geoff Clark (dairy farmers), Thomas, Sam, Harry, Poppi, Coco the horse, Leo the ginger cat, Tilly the ragdoll kitten and Molly the black Labrador. […]

Tired of living in rented apartments, Daisy and Israel Dagg approached a housing company to design and build their first home. The result is a suburban sanctuary far from any cookie-cutter mould There is a misconception that homes designed and built by housing companies are cast from a common mould. The home that Daisy Dagg […]

You may already own one of her creations or have fantasised about wearing head-to-toe Yvonne Bennetti to that special occasion, now you can step inside her Ponsonby, Auckland villa, which is a treasure trove of curiosities from foreign lands Photography by: Helen Bankers

Step inside Shelley and Doug McConaughy’s welcoming Dunedin home and it’s quickly apparent that these creative homeowners don’t conform to design rules Meet Shelley and Doug A clever mix of texture, contrast, colour and art fills this weatherboard beauty, which has changed significantly since the couple made an uncharacteristic snap decision to buy it in […]

A 1970s family home finds its full potential with a clever layout overhaul  Lauren Tocchini grew up in a home with an open-door policy on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, where friends and family were always welcome. When she started her own family, this was the type of place she wanted to create. When Lauren returned to […]

An enterprising Dunedin couple transform this ex-church-turned-dance studio into an impressive home by reinstating its heritage features The church that Jaimee Whiston and her husband Ryan now call home hasn’t been used as a place of worship for over a quarter of a century. Instead, the lofty space was home to a local dance school. “Inside, […]

What does the most expensive home in San Francisco look like? It looks like this American property on sale for $28 million USD. Key stats 7 bedrooms 7 bathrooms 9,095 sqft 3 car parks 3 powder rooms $28 million USD The property is listed through Neal Ward Listings. [related_articles post1=”37803″ post2=”35864″]

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 […]

Adding another level to a home requires some heavy-duty renovations. Here’s how to add a another level to your home the right way, plus how much it will cost, with expert advice from the professionals Why and how should you ‘pop the top’ and add another level to a house? There are at least four […]

In search of a slower pace of life, Kim Brebner sold her Auckland villa to move into this rural homestead southwest of the city In 2011, Kim Brebner was ready for a change and looking for a slower pace of life, so she decided to sell her beloved Auckland villa and move to a beautiful […]

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 […]

Your dream home could be right on your very own doorstep. Here’s how to add a room to your existing floor plan, with expert advice from the professionals Why should you add a room to your existing floor plan? Adding a room to your existing floor plan can be an ideal way to increase space. […]

Steph Zajkowski enlisted the help of interior designers Bibby & Brady to help choose her decor scheme, and give her the confidence to make some bold changes Steph Zajkowski’s colour confidence is on display for any admiring visitor to see, but she admits to having a few less-than-perfect results along the way. “During my ‘shabby […]

A connoisseur of beautiful old things has created a French country house of effortless charm in the Bay of Plenty – with a little bit of Kiwi thrown in The magical rural Tauranga property Rebecca-Jane Russell calls home has atmosphere in spades. Wine barrels, pebbled pathways, rustic wooden crates, cloches, stone walls, old pots, wrought-iron […]

This 1970s home with views of the ocean holds onto its heritage while embracing a wave of tropical hues At a glance Who lives here? Richard Zajkowski (IT consultant), Steph Zajkowski (TV and website creative producer), Sofia, 18, Beatrice, 15, and Poppy the dog. Steph, how did you find the experience of working with interior […]

Here are 20 simple ways to make a house feel like a home, from lighting a candle to creating a space that’s just for you [related_articles post1=”40896″ post2=”39312″] Photography by: Rachel Dobbs, Kate Claridge, The Virtue, Jackie Meiring, Nikole Ramsay, Helen Bankers, Melanie Jenkins/bauersyndication.com.au

As Auckland’s median house price creeps above $800,000 for the first time, we take a look at what $820,000 will get you in today’s overheated property market The stats -The median price of the more than 3000 houses sold in Auckland last month rose $70,000 to $820,000, the first time it’s broken $800,000 -The city’s median price was up from […]

Here, we quiz Troy Jury of Qualified Building Solutions (QBS) on price, timeframes and roof shouts 1 What questions should people ask when phoning a builder about a potential job? The first question should always be: “Are you licensed and what is your licence number?” Followed by, “Are you available over my ideal timeframe?” Also, […]

Plenty of pink, a dash of mint and a whole lot of imagination have transformed this old ballroom into a fully functioning, cute-as-a-button family home.  Meet & greet Who lives here? Kaitlin Chapman, owner of kaitlinchapmanmakeup.com and Hello Darling Prop Hire, Jamie Robertson, mechanic, Stella, 3, chocolate Lab Chevie and Cavoodle Petal. Background Once upon […]

Plenty of pink, a dash of mint and a whole lot of imagination have transformed this old ballroom into a fully functioning, cute-as-a-button family home At a glance Who lives here? Kaitlin Chapman, owner of kaitlinchapmanmakeup.com and Hello Darling Prop Hire; Jamie Robertson, mechanic, Stella, chocolate lab Chevie and Cavoodle Petal. Homeowner Kailtlin’s makeover secrets Paint, […]

A once neutral-toned Lower Hutt home has been given an injection of colour and personality through the use of bold paint and wallpaper choices and clever, cohesive styling First impressions can be deceiving. From the outside, this 1930s former state house looks like many others in the surrounding Lower Hutt streets. But pass through the […]

This sprawling, single-storey new-build in Tauranga is anything but one-dimensional. Quality materials, heritage bones and personality-plus make this a stand-out family home When moving from one new-build to another, homeowners often tend to replicate the favourite aspects of the house they are vacating. Not so Glen and Sara Stewart. The new house they now call […]

This unique family home has a central courtyard that is completely encased in cheesecloth, making it an enjoyable place to be all day and night Owners Louise and Matt were already fans of the work of local architect James Russell, so when they bought this block of land in Brisbane’s inner east, there was no […]

When a long-admired 1920s abode came on the market, this energetic family in Sydney jumped at the chance to make it their dream home Jane Garrett is a graphic designer who lives with her partner Peter and teenage children Phoebe and Gil. They bought their home on Sydney’s North Shore back in 2006. “It was built […]

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 […]

It only took six renovations in Auckland and Wellington before this family settled on a home on the Kapiti Coast. But are they getting itchy feet again?  Serial renovators settle on this Kapiti Coast retreat Moving house is almost second nature to Vanessa and Matt Webb. Not only have the Wellington couple never lived in the […]

A tired 1960s weatherboard home has been transformed into a modern bohemian dream Buying a house can be a difficult process, but when the home of your choice is more ugly duckling than beautiful swan it makes the process that much harder. Fortunately, Tim and Amanda Fitzsimmons are very good at recognising the potential of […]

Moving house has become second nature to these homeowners after completing six renovations, but now they’re ready to settle down at this Kapiti Coast home with sea views and loads of potential Every day feels like a holiday at this Kapiti Coast home Who lives here? Vanessa Webb (interior designer at Dress My Nest), Matt […]

A damp and musty 1930s bungalow has been given a new lease of life and is loved once more thanks to its new owners Who lives here? Eva Nash (director of Rogan Nash Architects), David Nash (Bunnings national supply chain manager), Nico, 3. Aside from the architectural design, what other things did you do yourselves? […]

It’s not often you see a home of this magnitude for sale on Auckland’s Waiheke Island. Take a look around this unique estate, modelled on French Colonial Plantation style The stats Name: Rere Cove is a unique estate in French Colonial Plantation style, modelled on the Kauri Cliffs luxury lodge Designed by: Award-winning designer Bryce […]

 Interior designer Jackie Jones has worked wonders with paint at her two bedroom bach in Matarangi  In a nutshell Who lives here? Jackie Jones (interior designer), husband Jeremy Patston (lawyer), Emily, 15, Matt, 13, Caitlin, 12, Sophie, 11, and Lucy, 7. Jackie, when did you get interested in interior design? I’ve loved it since I was a […]

A big family with a love of the simple life have painted their little bach in the shades of the sea Just how a family of seven can fit into a two-bedroomed bach is a wonder, but somehow interior designer Jackie Jones has made it work. She and husband Jeremy had been searching for somewhere […]

Take a tour of Australian actress Naomi Watts’ stunning Manhattan home with this photo gallery Inside Naomi Watts’ New York apartment   The Manhattan apartment actress Naomi Watts owns with her partner, actor Lieve Shreiber, began life as two separate units – one an artist’s loft. Shortly after purchasing the Tribeca real estate, Hurricane Sandy struck, flooding […]

Since school teacher Judy and husband Peter downsized from a 10-acre farm to a beach shack on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula, they haven’t looked back They lived in the house for a year before extending the kitchen/dining area and adding all-season outdoor areas. Judy and Peter live here with their daughter Harriet and dogs Roxy and […]

Waking up each day to a serene view of the sea while birds sing in surrounding native bush is something few of us can enjoy. And perhaps it is harder to appreciate if you haven’t experienced it. But Sarah Cutler, her husband Declan Ryan and their boys know just how beautiful their Wood Bay home […]

This Hamilton home has a distinct French flavour, thanks to a 40-foot container full of furniture shipped all the way from Europe In a nutshell Who lives here? Audrey Fitzjohn (online retailer at hellopaper.co.nz) and Elliot Fitzjohn (arboriculture tutor at Waikato Institute of Technology), with their French bulldog Violet. Audrey, just how many of the […]

With some clever thinking, a family home is created from a Waiheke Island workshop A Waiheke workshop becomes an unlikely family home Who lives here? Tony Parker (owner of Tree Essence), Jo Parker (legal secretary and owner of One Button crafts),  Ruby, and Munro, live on the island full-time. Big sisters Claudia, and Paris are […]

Interior designer Lauren Li stuck to a tight budget when renovating a 1970s two bedroom unit Renovating on a strict budget, interior designer Lauren Li of sisällä still managed to employ a whole host of great ideas to make her Melbourne, 1970s brick-veneer unit a comfortable, light-filled home – and include a few luxury items to boot. […]

An interior decorator gives a 1970s duplex some wow-factor Interior decorator Claudia Stephenson and her husband Julian, a personal trainer, searched high and low for a new rental where they could have a young family before they bought their own home. A 1970s duplex in Sydney’s Lower North Shore ticked all the boxes. The apartment […]

Rusty 12-year-old shipping containers have been cleverly and speedily transformed into temporary accommodation for a family of five Then & Now: A container becomes a home Who lives here? Dion van Kekem, (project manager), Justine van Kekem (part-time barista), Annabelle, 9, Brooklyn, 7, and Scarlett, 5, plus Snowy the lamb, Chloe the dog, and Lucky […]

Busy corporate careers and apartment living in Hong Kong were traded in for this sunny, eclectic and private family homehilltop haven in Sumner A private hilltop haven in Christchurch Who lives here? Larissa and Andrew Hamilton (founders and owners of Corcovado), together with their children Charlie and Wilby. What attracted you to this home? Larissa: […]

They say good things come in threes and that’s certainly the case for this family, whose rural property on the outskirts of Greytown was completed in three very different stages “We didn’t have an ultimate plan for this house,” says Jo Lysaght, a graphic designer and co-owner of online homeware store Caravan Homewares. “But over […]

A home in the Bay of Plenty hills offers the lifestyle change this once inner-city family was craving Who lives here? Maree Wilkinson (wedding, fashion and portrait photographer), Matt Swanberg (company director), Jett, Milly, and Frankie the dog. Maree, how would you describe your interiors style? Industrial, but with a feminine touch and featuring a diverse […]

The owners of this Greytown home didn’t have an ultimate plan for their property, but in 10 years it has evolved from a cottage to a five-bedroom house Who lives here? Jo Lysaght (graphic designer and co-owner with sister Sharon of Caravan Homewares), Dave Murray (owner of 3D illustration and web design company Satellite Design), […]

A residential development north of Auckland provided this family with the ideal blank canvas on which to build new Nestled between Silverdale and Orewa, just north of Auckland, is a relatively new residential development and the location of this new-build owned by Joe and Lisa Byrne. The once-rural land, formerly known for its farms, orchards, […]

An old bach and a new home live in harmony, all set up for family gatherings and a laid-back lifestyle Nestled in a rural outpost on the Tauranga Harbour, Rae and John Buchanan’s Ongare Point home is flanked by a pohutukawa-lined reserve and a row of modest baches, with grandstand views of Matakana Island. In […]

A newly renovated city high-rise makes a glamorous setting for a family gathering this festive season Who lives here? Marian Tolich (real estate auctioneer). Marian, how do you spend Christmas day? We usually attend mass on Christmas Eve and have a fairly relaxed Christmas Day. My three children and their families have lunch with their […]

When a little state house is kitted out with a modern addition, it’s a yin and yang arrangement that suits this young family perfectly Who lives here?  Gus Roberts (executive creative director at Saatchi & Saatchi), Victoria Roberts (marketing mum), Louie, Isla, Izzy and Tiggy the cat. What did they do? Doubled the size of […]

When Jodelle Clark and husband Geoff were about to move into the homestead of their Southland dairy farm they were unsure whether to demolish the house and build new, or extend the original building and modernise it. Geoff had grown up in this house built by his grandparents in Hokonui, near Winton, and surrounded by […]

A residential development north of Auckland provided this family with the ideal blank canvas on which to build new Who lives here? Joe Byrne (property developer at Byrne Homes), Lisa Byrne (graphic designer at Bright Creative), Sophie, Jack and Molly the dog. Lisa, what advice do you have when it comes to being colour confident? […]

This 1910 Wellington home underwent a total renovation and now has a brand new front facade with major street appeal Snapshot Who lives here? Janet Hunt (manager Wesley Gardens Boutique Bed and Breakfast) and Dennis Hunt (engineer). Where is it? Kelburn, Wellington. Lived here for… Five years. Janet, Which rooms have you renovated? All rooms. […]

Christmas at this stylish family home is about a fresh, clean, natural look – and plenty of little traditions to keep Santa happy Who lives here? Mel Holt (co-founder and floral stylist at Bloom Social and social media manager for Freedom), Darryl Holt (business sales manager at OI Glass and jack-of-all-trades at Bloom Social) and […]

A beautiful riot of bright hues and playful patterns takes command in this busy Hamilton home Who lives here? Angie Millar (general/accounts manager), Ryan Millar (builder), Matilda, Mack, Lulu and Poppy. Angie, what influenced the new decor? I’m drawn to fresh, modern pops of colour and pattern. I also love jewel tones especially navy, emerald, […]

We’ve traversed the globe searching for the ultimate homes from Amsterdam to Sydney! The Houses Each of these dream properties is available to rent through Airbnb. Stone mansion, Italy Located in Cisternino with stunning views $134 NZD per night 2 beds, 1 bathroom Opera Villa, Bali Located a few steps from Coconut Beach $1555 NZD […]

Beauty mogul Rowena Roberts’ Herne Bay, Auckland villa is a monument to art, cosmetics and colour They say your home is a reflection of yourself and that saying has never been more true than in reference to Rowena Roberts. They also say home is where the heart is – another phrase that is just as […]

Your Home and Garden managing editor Shelley Ferguson trials smart home security system Morepork Shelley says: “My home is the focal point of my life: the place my family live and laugh together, where my favourite things are held, where memories are made, and where I escape from a busy world. It’s also part of […]

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 […]

Next editor Sarah Henry’s Morepork by Spark home security system means she can head to her caravan on weekends without worrying about everything at home If there was one word to sum up my weekdays it would be hectic! Monday through Friday is a revolving round of ‘to-do’ lists, washing, meetings, searches for missing socks, deadlines, supermarket visits, […]

San Francisco’s most expensive new listing has hit the market, on sale for US $28,000,000 Located in the coveted area of Pacific Heights, the property has recently been restored. Built in 1901 by noted architect James Frances Dunn, the house has been transformed for the 21st century with luxury finishes and fittings. The home’s grand exterior […]

Brooke and Mitch have taken out The Block NZ: Villa Wars, selling their simple yet sophisticated villa for $1.35 million. They were awarded $190,000 – the amount their house sold over the reserve. They also took home the prize money of $100,000. Homes to Love takes a look inside the winning home – which Bayleys described as […]

Get your outside areas in tip top shape with step-by-step tips for tidying up your decking, pavers, brickwork and guttering Now is the perfect time to roll up your sleeves and take on those irksome jobs around the home and garden that you’ve been ignoring for months. REVIVE TIMBER DECKING IN 6 STEPS 1. Sweep away dust, […]

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 […]

Caron and Ashby Takimoana gave their Waihi home and a shipping container a makeover on a budget Snapshot Who lives here? Ashby Takimoana (supply supervisor), Caron Takimoana (special-needs teacher aide and part-time shop assistant), Tyson, 16, Payton, 11, Demo, 7, cat Mako and dog Riddick. Where do you live? Waihi, Thames Valley. How long have […]

An interior designer who cleverly combines colour in creative and contrasting ways is transforming the world around her An interior designer and stylist, Alex Weston often buys pieces for customers but concedes she is her own best client. Prior to moving into their 1940s brick bungalow, Alex and Connell chose to paint the interior white, […]