Give the quintessentially Kiwi gift of retro charm and timeless character this Christmas Kiwiana style is a beloved and timeless interior aesthetic. It’s best described as a little bit shabby chic and kitsch, with pops of retro charm, warm colours and cosy patterns. In fact, there’s nothing more quintessentially Kiwiana than art and gifts which conjure […]
Step inside New Zealand’s best contemporary interiors and prepare to be inspired. Our Spaces, a new coffee table book curated by Alana Broadhead, showcases how simple design choices can make a big difference Refined yet relaxed, modern yet modest, New Zealand interiors achieve the artful balance of pared-back beauty and Alana Broadhead‘s new book, Our […]
As New Zealand’s creative scene continues to flourish, we introduce you to some of our favourite local weavers, jewellers, ceramicists and designers 6 of our favourite local designers you need to shop right now As New Zealand’s creative scene continues to flourish, we introduce you to some of our favourite local weavers, jewellers, ceramicists and […]
Spectacular views with outstanding architecture and design, you need to book a special staycation at one of these boutique hotels The Farm at Cape Kidnappers Hawke’s Bay A cluster of farm buildings nestled on a rugged coastline hides a luxury accomodation secret. The 5-star Owner’s Cottage, on the site of New Zealand’s top golf course, has […]
Whether you’re new to Instagram or a long-time lover you’ll appreciate this round-up of 15 of our favourite New Zealand Instagram accounts # 1 @yourhomeandgarden Who: Your Home and Garden magazine Why: Get your magazine fix daily with beautiful ‘grams from Your Home and Garden. Learn how to grow a great lawn in our current issue. ???? […]
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 […]
Kerikeri-based Gwyneth Hulse Design was crowned the winner of the 2015 Etsy Design Awards. Designer Gwyneth Hulse shares the inspiration behind her designs, and her tips for running a small creative business Gwyneth, how would you describe your products/aesthetic? We’re a boutique woodwork business in Kerikeri, specialising in jewellery and small homeware. Our aim is to showcase […]