Modern

Being intentional and choosing neutral colours was the key to creating a calm, minimal environment for this family

This Manawatū home embraces slow living and a bond with the natural world

This farmhouse makeover was all about working through the quirks of an old home.

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

This look is all about going bold or going home. Find out how you can remodel your bathroom with fun Modern Memphis style with Mico Bathrooms Embrace colour with this graphic, fun and quirky look. Bring the striking 1980s Memphis aesthetic up to date with a statement candyfloss-pink tile as the hero element. Black accents […]

Their Remuera house has been transformed into a modern home using black, white and more than a little glam

Inspired simple lines, natural materials and an earthy New Mexico palette, the owners of this Titirangi home have created a restful retreat in the treetops How a design-led extension gave this Titirangi cottage some serious style Larry Hauck, sales manager, Lynn Lacy-Hauck, real estate agent, and Emma, 25, plus Mabel the dog. Lynn’s design tips […]

This design-savvy couple brought their mid-century modern sensibility all the way from New Mexico to the lush clifftops of Auckland’s Titirangi

Thanks to a bespoke solution, this kitchen redesign was able to create a clever, functional space with ample storage and a heritage feel Functional storage is given a heritage feel in this kitchen redesign This modern home is located on a small lifestyle block, surrounded by nature. Drawing inspiration from the Colonial era for the interior, […]

The Law clan’s can-do attitude and in-house expertise helped transform this dated East Auckland house into a modern, fun and functional home Creative upcycling and styling helped this tired home reach its potential Angela Law, massage therapist, Cliff Law, 45 specialist gym floor installer, Beau, 23, and Krissy, 14, plus cat Morrin. Sons Gregor and […]

Threadbare avocado carpets, purple glitter lino floors, and a peach ensuite – this Howick home was in desperate need of a modern makeover Meet and greet Angela Law, massage therapist, Cliff Law, 45 specialist gym floor installer, Beau, 23, and Krissy, 14, plus cat Morrin. Sons Gregor and Wade live in the UK. A tired 80s […]

It’s not often that you’d see mid-century style, modern luxe pieces and an artisan edge work in perfect harmony, but Jodi Newnham’s home achieves this with expert precision Jodi Newnham’s home is a modern luxe dream thanks to her expert eye Auckland interior designer Jodi Newnham’s interiors exude modern luxe. With more than a passing nod […]

With festive ducks floating in the pool and not a snowman to be seen, this home is ready for a relaxed South Pacific Christmas As one of seven kids, Alanna Haysmith knows there’s never enough room for the whole family to sit around the dining table on Christmas Day. Fortunately, her parents’ spectacular Epsom home […]

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 […]

Moody hues, metallic accents and thoughtful design create an intimate and elegant atmosphere in this brand-new Christchurch family home Meet and greet Who lives here? Alysha Andrew (mum and part-time sales consultant), Duncan Andrew (project manager), Mila-Rose, Nixon, and pugs T Bone and MarniWhere is it? Halswell, Christchurch Alysha and Duncan’s new-build tips Find out their […]