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Have a spare few million? These luxury estates may be fit for the rich and famous, but we can still have a peek inside.

Impress even the pickiest of recipients with these Christmas gift ideas.

Self-care is important when you’re social distancing and staying at home. Try these lighthearted ideas to boost your mood As Coronavirus continues to sweep the world people are being encouraged to stay at home in a bid to flatten the curve of it spreading. Spending time at home is usually something we look forward to […]

Understanding these four simple design philosophies will help you create a home that makes life easier and more comfortable From large and luxurious to small and simple, a well-designed home can come in many forms. But the essence of great design boils down to one thing: it makes you feel good. Danish design has come […]

Best friends from high school, Ethan and Sam will be bringing the fun to The Block NZ this season. Their DIY skills may be top-notch but will their styling be up to scratch? Ethan, 26, (Ngati Rereahu) and Sam, 27, (Ngati Rereahu and Ngati Maniapoto) hail from the mighty Waikato. Best friends from high school, […]

After honing their DIY skills for 10 years, straight-talking husband and wife team Lisa and Ribz mean business Hailing from Wellington caterer Lisa (Ngai Tahu), 37, and print technician Chris, AKA Ribz (Ngati Kahungungu), 34, pride themselves on their ability to stay fun. The husband-wife duo have been honing their DIY skills for 10 years, […]

Stacy and Adam may be the youngest team on The Block NZ this year but with one reno under their belt already will they be the dark horse in the competition? Team purple is this year’s youngest duo. Social-influencer Stacy, 25, and Weta Workshop senior concept designer Adam, 25, have their design eyes on the […]

Husband and wife duo Sophia and Mikaere promise to be the “arty duo” this year. Will their creative skills be enough to go the distance? Turangi husband and wife duo Sophia, 31, and Mikaere, 32, (Ngati Tuwharetoa and Ngai Te Rangi) met at university 12 years ago and have been together ever since. Team blue […]

The Block NZ teams channelled their inner child this week. Take a look through all the kid’s bedrooms below and see how the teams scored Week two of The Block NZ and the teams were given the challenge of creating a kid’s bedroom. Which was fitting, because there was a lot of childish behaviour going […]

Pantone’s 2019 Colour of the Year is a peachy orange with a golden undertone. Living Coral is set to inspire optimism, energy and social connection Pantone’s 2019 Colour of the Year will make you want to grab a paintbrush Vibrant, yet mellow, Pantone’s colour of the year for 2019 is Living Coral. Peachy orange with […]

Melania Trump has decked the halls for 2018, and like last year, these White House Christmas decorations have got people questioning whether the theme is “American Treasures” or “American Horror Story” Melania unveils her White House Christmas decorations for 2018 For her second Christmas in the White House, First Lady Melania Trump has chosen to […]

The stylish royal couple has officially announced where they will live from early next year. Here’s all we know about Frogmore Cottage See Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s new home, Frogmore Cottage It was the backdrop for their dreamy engagement photo shoot, the location for their private wedding reception and from early next year Frogmore […]

A fresh white paint job with beachy blue accents has brought out the character of this Dunedin cottage by the sea. Find out how you could be our third Resene Colour Home Awards finalist below!   The second Resene Colour Home Awards finalist is a cute coastal cottage Redecorating her 1950s house in Anderson’s Bay, […]

Style Director Catherine Wilkinson shows us how to utilise seasonal light and blend old with new in your home space How to light up your living room with a modern makeover Spring sunlight is a natural scenesetter in any home. From ethereal morning light to vivid afternoon rays or the afterglow in the early evening, natural […]

The first finalist of the Resene Colour Home Awards drew creative inspiration from her family’s hobbies and passions. Scroll down to discover how you could also get the chance to win $5000 The first 2019 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist revealed Jessica Cameron used Resene paints to add personality throughout her home, from a monochrome […]

The Block NZ co-host Shelley Ferguson catches up with The Block NZ 2018 winners Amy and Stu The Block NZ winners Amy and Stu’s final chat with Shelley They were the favourites throughout the season and they proved it once again when, last night, ‘Gizzy Hard’, Amy and Stu, not only took out The Block […]

Get an insider’s look at Simply You’s Colour My Life event at The Northern Club in Auckland. Tickets to Wellington’s event are available now Here’s what happened at Simply You’s Colour My Life event in Auckland On the last Friday of September, Simply You magazine’s readers and experts came together for an exceptional long lunch […]

Gizzy couple, Amy and Stu, are crowned the winners of The Block NZ 2018 taking home an impressive $169,500 prize. We take a closer look at their winning home. Inside Amy and Stu’s winning million dollar home from The Block NZ Twelve weeks of DIY and drama came to an exciting close with Amy and Stu […]

Thanks to a growing group of savvy sellers, Instagram is becoming the best place to bag a vintage bargain. Here are eight of our favourite feeds to follow View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Boho Thrifter (@thebohothrifter) on Dec 9, 2018 at 10:07pm PST 8 Instagrammers to follow to satisfy your […]

The home is aptly dubbed ‘The Big House’ – and for good reason. Taking a tour through Ben Affleck’s home will make you feel like you’re on a movie set Take a look at Ben Affleck’s stunning property he’s put up for sale Ben Affleck is saying farewell to his sprawling estate in the American […]

Check out the most incredible Airbnbs on offer around the country The most stylish and Instagrammable Airbnbs in New Zealand When travelling around the country, or overseas – it can be difficult to find good accommodation that will fit within your budget. In recent years we have seen rise to online rental marketplace Airbnb – […]

With a tetris-like façade in the day and LED light show in the night, the Haka Hotel is bringing a fun new vibe to Auckland’s skyline The new building lighting up Auckland’s cityscape A new building adds a jolt of colour to the cityscape It’s a pretty undistinguished structure by day, but by night, the […]

Step inside Leonardo DiCaprio’s newest Los Angeles respite, a Los Feliz house which was sold to him by none other than Moby Take a look inside Leonardo DiCaprio’s California home that he bought off Moby If you’re drawn to larger than life living but without the extravagances, you too will enjoy a scroll through the […]

Hobsonville Point’s new cafe-bistro Fabric makes the most of a former aircraft repair space What’s initially striking about Fabric, the first hospitality venture to open as part of the wider Willis Bond Co Catalina Bay development near Hobsonville Point, is how restful it feels inside. It’s a far cry from its days as a fabrication […]

Claude Megson is a remarkable Auckland architect who has all but disappeared from history. Giles Reid looks back at some of Megson’s best work in his book, Claude Megson: Counter Constructions  Out of site Claude Megson is a remarkable Auckland architect who has all but disappeared from history. His work was widely exhibited and published during the […]

If you’re looking to invest in a bit of Kiwi history, check out these incredible heritage buildings currently for sale around New Zealand 1. The Post House Bed and Breakfast  This historic building was the original post office of Patea, built in 1923. Currently, it serves as a Bed and Breakfast business and provides the only […]

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 […]

Take inspiration from the vintage vibe of these retreats and hotels, whether it’s for your next vacation or to rejig your living room 1. For retro lovers There’s plenty of retro inspo on Route 66 in the US, but not many motels are as perfectly preserved as the Blue Swallow Motel in Tucumcari, New Mexico. […]

If you’re looking to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city, we’ve curated the best properties on offer around the city fringe. These rural retreats are the ultimate country-chic getaways 1. Country Manor – Kaukapakapa This charming 19th century villa was built on site around the 1860’s and sits quietly on 23 hectares of […]

7 baches for sale where you can live the Kiwi dream There is naught more quintessentially ‘Kiwi’ than the humble New Zealand bach. The Kiwiana bach is one filled with mismatched furniture, board games, and rowdiness – here are a few of our favourite picks that fit the bill currently on the market around the country. […]

Your Home and Garden editor, Kristina Rapley, shows us how to stop putting technology in the too-hard basket and live smarter with Noel Leeming’s Tech Solutions service for the home How smart technology can save you time and make home life easier Here at Your Home and Garden we often talk about living more mindfully […]

Your Home and Garden has an amazing kid’s bedroom makeover to give away. Win this look, valued at $10,000 Win the ultimate kid’s bedroom makeover worth $10,000 Do you love this kid’s bedroom look? It could be all yours! Enter the form below and we’ll put you in the draw to win this entire look  […]

This dramatic glow-in-the-dark scene was worth the time and effort for a very lucky three-year-old. Mum Debbie reveals how they designed the special space The fifth Resene Colour Home Awards finalist is a space-inspired nursery Simon Raine and Debbie Jones of New Plymouth went all out for their 3-year-old son Elliot’s bedroom. “What started as […]

Our insider secrets to all of Wellington’s must-visit places will make your next stay an incredible one. So grab your calendar and start planning How to spend an epic weekend in Wellington like a travel-pro There’s good reason the world’s ‘Coolest Little Capital’ has earned a devoted following of fashionistas, food lovers and creatives. A […]

We count down the ten most popular home features on Homes to Love for 2017. Watch to see if your favourite story made the cut 10 Best New Zealand homes of 2017 1. A modern Mount Maunganui cottage honours the 1940s bach it replaced 2. Inside Augustine designer Kelly Coe’s St Heliers home 3. This […]

Whether it’s gardening, cooking or just lounging, these nature-inspired gifts selected by the Your Home & Garden are the perfect present for anyone who loves the outdoors [related_articles post1=”77249″ post2=”77235″]

The Your Home & Garden team use their expert interior knowledge to round up 30 gifts that anyone with a passion for home decor and design will love [related_articles post1=”77300″ post2=”77249″]

Whether you’re saving or splurging and looking for something cool or quirky, consider this gift guide your cheat sheet to Christmas shopping  [related_articles post1=”76634″ post2=”77167″]

Cool, unique and thoughtful, this round up of the best gifts for kids by the Your Home & Garden team will make your Christmas shopping a breeze [related_articles post1=”77174″ post2=”77216″]

From babies to toddlers and young kiddies, this special gift guide edit by the Your Home & Garden team is sure to make Christmas special for your young ones [related_articles post1=”77194″ post2=”77216″]

This curated Christmas gift guide by the Your Home and Garden team is for the DIYers in your life who love nothing more than to build and craft [related_articles post1=”77265″ post2=”77300″]

This curated list of gift ideas for foodies and entertainers by the Your Home and Garden team will make ticking off your Christmas shopping so much easier [related_articles post1=”77265″ post2=”77300″]

The Your Home and Garden team round up their favourite cute and quirky gift ideas that will make the perfect present for an animal lover [related_articles post1=”76332″ post2=”77167″]

These incredibly chic Christmas gift ideas by the Your Home & Garden team are sure to impress anyone who loves a bit of glam  [related_articles post1=”77235″ post2=”77167″]

The first finalists of the Resene Colour Home Awards had fun creating two artistic kids’ rooms. Discover how you could also get the chance to win $5000 The first Resene Colour Home Awards finalist is revealed Having a painter in the family helped to make redecorating a dated 1960s stucco house in Whanganui a breeze. […]

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 […]

An inside look at Simply You’s exclusive reader event Colour My Life, held in the capital city. Inside Simply You’s Colour My Life event in Wellington At the devilishly well decorated Hippopotamus Restaurant and Bar at the QT Museum Wellington hotel, Simply You hosted a luxurious long-lunch for readers to learn about the latest interiors, design, […]

Did you use Resene paints to colour your home? You could win $5000! Enter now!  What we are looking for  Clever interior colour schemes Great use of colour in bedrooms Exciting kids’ rooms Amazing paint projects & features Interesting use of exterior colour Enter now Five finalists will appear in Your Home and Garden, one […]

See all the photos from Simply You’s exclusive reader event Colour My Life An inside look at Simply You’s Colour My Life event Over a long lunch held at Fish at the Hilton Auckland Simply You’s readers and expert panellists enjoyed a stylish afternoon discussing all things interiors, design, beauty and fashion, complete with a […]

Now in its 15th year, the London Design Festival is a celebration of creativity and innovation. We round up our favourite displays from the event Our favourite exhibits from the London Design Festival Every year, the design world turns its eager eyes to the London Design Festival (LDF), one of the world’s most influential design events […]

Fresh from The Block, Peter Wolfkamp and Shelley Ferguson hit the road in an exciting new series to help potential home buyers find their slice of paradise Slice of Paradise: The exciting new Kiwi home series  As the dust settles from the finale of The Block NZ, Peter Wolfkamp and Shelley Ferguson join forces again in […]

Challenge Host Shelley Ferguson takes us beyond the building site to chat to Andy and Nate following an emotional auction night The Block NZ: Andy and Nate’s final chat with Shelley They may have won the most room reveal challenges this season and the People’s Choice Award but Andy and Nate’s big win on The […]

Twelve weeks of DIY, décor and drama finally came to a crescendo at the live auction of the houses on The Block NZ. We take a closer look at the bittersweet win Inside the winning home of The Block NZ 2017 It’s common knowledge that auctions can be nail biting stuff but it seems no one […]

Simply You and Resene’s day of design, fashion and beauty, Colour My Life, is coming to Auckland and Wellington. Discover how you can attend this exciting event here Secure your spot at Simply You’s exclusive fashion and beauty event Mark your calendars, Simply You and Resene’s most anticipated event of the year, Colour My Life, is […]

Your Home and Garden has the ultimate kitchen appliance package to give away, valued at $10,000! Win $10,000 worth of kitchen appliances with NEFF Your Home and Garden has the ultimate kitchen appliance package to give away thanks to NEFF.  The winner can take their pick of NEFF’s superb range of premium appliances – from […]

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. […]

Meet Julia and Ali, savvy sisters from Auckland who are this year’s Team Blue. They may be identical twins but they each bring their own unique strengths Meet Team Blue from The Block NZ   Julia and Ali Heaney are identical twin sisters from Auckland who make up The Block‘s second all-female squad, Team Blue. The […]

Brothers, best friends and full of banter, Team Purple are here to entertain us in The Block NZ. We get to know more about Ling and Zing Meet Team Purple from The Block NZ Born and bred in Christchurch, Levi Inglis (Ling) and Zach Inglis (Zing) are the youngest team on The Block this year. Brimming with banter and bad […]

Design consultant Stace and PHD student Yanita are two besties from Palmerston North who are this year’s Team Orange on The Block NZ Meet Team Orange from The Block Hailing from Palmerston North, besties Stace Cottrill and Yanita McLeay are this year’s Team Orange on The Block NZ. Yanita says they’re both a little bit stubborn and like […]

These two dads from Hamilton may be self-described ‘nice guys’ but they’ve got a lot of skill and experience under their belt. We find out more about Team Yellow Meet Team Yellow from The Block NZ Meet Andy Murdie and Nate Ross, brother’s-in-law from Hamilton, who are this year’s Team Yellow on The Block NZ. The pair of […]

A pair of giant hands have appeared reaching out of Venice’s Grand Canal to highlight the devastating effects of climate change A sculpture of colossal hands rise from Venice canal  Two giant hands have emerged from the Grand Canal in Venice, Italy, as part of the 57th International Art Exhibition of the Venice Biennale. The […]

Check out the DIY duos taking on The Block NZ this year Meet the new teams tackling The Block NZ 2017 This year, four new DIY teams are stepping up to the plate to take on the challenge of The Block NZ, under the watchful eye of hosts Mark Richardson and Shelley Ferguson. This season […]

Kiwi company Plump & Co are rekindling the passion of slow craft across the country through their impossibly chunky bespoke and make-your-own wool knits  Introducing Plump & Co Jacinta and Talia: “We offer a bespoke range of extra-large felted wools and tools for creating your own chunky wool blankets, plus our readymade range of custom hand-constructed […]

The twentieth century gave rise to some of the most enduring architectural styles, from the classic state house to art deco, modernist and postmodern homes.  This 1970s Freemans Bay home is an exercise in modern elegance The Freemans Bay area is highly sought after, minutes away from the CBD, galleries, and world class restaurants. This is a […]

Here’s an Insta-worthy destination to add to your travel bucket list. An Indonesian slum is now a vibrant village thanks to a splash of bright paint An Indonesian slum becomes a tourist destination after going technicolour An Indonesian village, that was once considered a slum, has been transformed into a technicolour dream thanks to junior […]

Bursting with bright pink blooms and standing at a whopping 7.6m, a giant rhododendron bush is bringing a buzz to Canadian town Ladysmith 100-year-old rhododendron bush brings fame to small Canadian town A small Canadian town hopes to capitalise on a local homeowner’s 7.6 metre rhododendron bush, after this picture went viral online. Sitting in the […]

After over 40 years with the same owners this modernist masterpiece, tucked away in the Titirangi treetops, is looking for a new family Mid-century treasure in Titirangi is a rare slice of New Zealand history Just as villas, bungalows and state houses hold a special place in our national history so too does the slightly-harder-to-come-by […]

Trend setting homes and the next in cool are found in the latest issue of Simply You Living What you’ll find in the autumn issue of Simply You Living Every new year is guaranteed to bring change, a chance to reflect on what has gone before and to plan for the future. At Simply You […]

Open to the beautiful elements, this conceptual Null Stern ‘hotel’ in Switzerland is not for the fainthearted Calling all minimalists The latest project from the trio behind Null Stern – conceptual artists Frank and Patrik Riklin and hospitality stalwart Daniel Charbonnier – is an open-air hotel located in the Swiss Alps. Guests are encouraged to sleep under […]

We take a tour of Eaton House Studio, a magical home in Essex that is surely the pinkest place on the planet…and best bit is you can stay there! This home in Essex has to be the world’s pinkest house A mansion in Essex, England is causing a storm on social media this week, after […]

Ever thought of enlisting the help of an interior designer but felt a little intimidated or confused? Homes to Love NZ sat down with three top interior designers to quiz them on the process and find out what they do, what they cost and why you need them What does an interior designer do? An interior […]

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″]

IKEA takes indoor gardening to new heights with the launch of The Growroom, a flatpack garden orb designed to encourage growing food at home IKEA launch an indoor garden orb big enough to sit in IKEA have taken flat-pack furniture to whole new level with the announcement of a plywood flat-pack garden orb, so big […]

Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s with a special someone or rounding up the ladies for a Galentine’s get-together this collection of dreamy décor is sure to inspire 43 dreamy looks to inspire your Valentine’s Day decor From all out girly-glitz to a muted monochrome look, we’ve got your Valentine’s style sorted with this collection of inspiring […]

Step inside this lush London Airbnb that has created an immersive experience with Pantone’s 2017 colour of the year for the first time A London Airbnb brings the 2017 Pantone colour of the year to life If you didn’t already know Pantone’s colour of 2017 is ‘Greenery’. It’s a shade the colour experts say offers hope […]

This week’s Open Home to Love is the breathtaking Kauaroa Bay Estate. Take in the stunning scenery and discover how this historic homestead could be yours The details Address: Whakanewha, 341 Gordons Road, Waiheke Island Land: 34 Ha Bedrooms: 11 Bathrooms: 5 Living: 4 This Waiheke Island estate is an 84 acre slice of heaven Waiheke […]

A decrepit storage shed on a main road in Riverhead has been lovingly restored by two creatives with big plans for their new studio An inside look at boutique homeware and design store Studio Black Hayley-Anne Brown and Paige Keene sure know how to create a buzz. For weeks, Riverhead locals in North-West Auckland were […]

Dubbed “the eighth wonder of the world”, this Californian super mansion is astounding. Take a look and see what a $345 million price tag can get you Take a look inside this $345 million super mansion Ever wondered what it looks like inside a $345 million mansion?  In a video released of 924 Bel Air […]

The New Zealand Institute of Architects has announced their 15 favourite designs, which just so happen to be some of ours too The New Zealand Institute of Architects names its 15 favourite designs Each year the New Zealand Institute of Architects chooses the country’s best buildings. A jury of architects (including a practitioner from abroad) […]

After eight years in the world’s most famous house the Obamas are moving. Take a tour through their new home and see how it holds up next to the White House Can the Obamas’ new home live up to the White House? Barack Obama’s presidency has drawn to a close and there has been much […]

A new development in Onehunga is using gorgeous, green spaces and considered, contemporary living to bring a sense of community to the area New Onehunga apartments bring sense of community to shared living Onehunga is experiencing a reinvention of sorts – with a major redevelopment of the waterfront, upgrades to its town centre and new […]

See inside the executive residence where the Obamas have lived for the last eight years and discover their White House style Take a final look at the Obamas’ White House style Elegant, refined, with a dash of modern style; the private living quarters of America’s First Family has rarely been seen during Barack Obama’s time in […]

Auckland teenager Ariana Brunet has created a garden for her city-dwelling neighbours that’s breaking social barriers and bringing the community together  This Auckland teenager has created community garden for her inner-city neighbours I spent my late teenage years fighting with my parents and trying to get older boys to buy me Bacardi Breezers. Ariana Brunet […]

Holidays and the hot sun are a deadly mix for your garden in January. Use this handy checklist to help keep your plants happy and healthy this summer  Your January checklist to help your garden through the hot summer months It’s holiday time for many people but plants have to work harder in midsummer as it’s their peak […]

Style destination Superette branches out to add homeware to its fashion offering Like others who have taken a leap of faith, when friends Rickie Dee and James Rigden set up Superette in an Auckland warehouse in 2001, they had little idea of where it would lead. “We really didn’t think about how big the company […]

In this instalment of Floral Fridays, Eden shows us how to arrange a bouquet of pretty pink blooms and foliage, ideal for displaying in a vase or gifting to a loved one. Top bouquet-arranging tips from Eden: When creating the bouquet, start with foliage first, spiralling the stems from the centre Ensure there isn’t any foliage […]

With towering trees and custom made features from Paris Kris Jenner’s latest Christmas creation is truly spectacular. We take a tour of her festive home See inside Kris Jenner’s outrageous Christmas style Six towering nut crackers, five giant evergreen trees, three mechanical reindeer and one life-size custom made glass bear. This may sound like a crazy […]

The InSinkErator® Instant Hot Water Tap is the ultimate hack for a busy lifestyle, instantly dispensing near boiling or cold filtered water. Homes to Love has one to give away worth $1599! Win an InSinkErator Instant Hot Water Tap InSinkErator® Instant Hot Water Tap is the ultimate hack for time-poor households. It’s easily installed under the […]

Don’t miss out on your morning coffee because you’re in a rush; we have the ultimate kitchen hack for your busy lifestyle The ultimate kitchen hack for a busy home We’ve all heard the surprising facts about how the average person wastes a lot of their time – five years waiting queues, and around six months […]

The iconic Chambers & Station buildings have stood proudly for over 100 years, and soon a select few will be able to call these luxury spaces home Auckland’s latest luxury offering comes in a historical package For over 100 years the Chambers & Station buildings have stood as proud landmarks in the leafy Auckland suburb […]

Bright, zesty and perfect for inspiring a much-needed fresh start to the new year. Discover Pantone’s colour pick for 2017 Pantone announce the colour of the year for 2017 For over 50 years Pantone have been the world-renowned authority on all things colour and every December they announce the highly anticipated Colour of the Year winner. Choosing […]

See Homes to Love catch up with Auckland Mayor Phil Goff and music legend Dave Dobbyn at the opening of the Franklin Road Christmas Lights Auckland Mayor Phil Goff and Dave Dobbyn at Franklin Road Lights December 1 marked the official ‘switch-on’ night for the iconic Franklin Rd Christmas Lights and Homes to Love was there […]

Just in time for Christmas! The Your Home & Garden team inspire us with their top picks for Christmas gifts from their summer homeware range at Farmers Your Home & Garden’s top Christmas gifts from Farmers If your ideas for Christmas gifts this year have been lacking inspiration you’re in luck! The team at Your […]

Designers Candy founder, Marcelle Candy, talks to us about their exclusive range and the launch of their new online boutique Home Candy What is Designers Candy? We are a one-stop-shop for design professionals who want unique, quality pieces for their clients. We specialise in sourcing handmade products from around the globe which show the personality […]

Join us from 8.20pm on December 1 on Your Home & Garden Facebook Live to experience first night of the Franklin Rd Christmas Lights See the Franklin Rd lights live on Your Home & Garden Facebook In keeping with a 20-year Christmas tradition, December 1 marks the official ‘switch-on’ night for the iconic Franklin Rd […]

Forgotten and crumbling, Château de Gudanes was a shadow of it’s former opulent, aristocratic-self. Until an Aussie family decided to bring it back to life The 18th-century Château and the Aussie family restoring it Australian couple, Karina and Craig Walters, had almost exhausted their search to find a holiday home in France when their son came across […]

From the sublime to the ridiculous, this collection of 20 must see interiors from around the world is absolutely awe inspiring 20 must-see interiors from around the world 1 Leo Oyster – San Francisco, USA 2 Alain Ducasse Au Plaza Athénée – Paris, France 3 Museum HR Giger Bar – Gruyères, Switzerland 4 Prada retail store […]

From child’s play to family legacy; discover the special story behind this inner city Christmas tree farm that spans 76 years Meet the family behind this treasured Christmas tree farm It was, and still is, a rite of passage for Misa children to work at the Misa Christmas Tree Farm each December. The Auckland landmark […]

Intrepid travel and comfort usually don’t go hand in hand, but thanks to these tiny pods comfort in the most remote part of the world is possible An inside look at Antarctica’s first and only luxury hotel Warm, luxurious and inviting are not words that come to mind when describing the Antarctic, but this group […]

Life’s a whirlwind when you’re a supermodel like Karlie Kloss. See inside the multi-million dollar Airbnb she called home The multi-million dollar Airbnb Karlie Kloss called home Where: Beverley Hills, Los Angeles Style: Hollywood chic Key features: five bedrooms, six bathrooms, two living rooms and pool Price: USD$10 million / USD$1650 per night Staying in 5 star hotels […]