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How to heat your home in an environmentally friendly way

How to heat your home in an environmentally friendly way

Add style, warmth and simplicity to your home with the environmentally friendly Brooklyn fireplace How to heat your home in an environmentally friendly way The new Brooklyn biofuel fireplace by Living Flame is what home-heating dreams are made of. The open flame fireplace is available in a variety of sleek finishes, from brushed stainless to bronze […]
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16 stylish clocks that are sure to stand the test of time

16 stylish clocks that are sure to stand the test of time

Clocks are an easy way to make an interior statement. From minimal to vintage to sculptural, these clocks have timeless style 16 stylish clocks that are sure to stand the test of time Shape Round clocks are the traditional choice but if you’re after a beautiful object rather than a functional item, you can experiment. Think […]
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Steal their style: This Christchurch lifestyle is a slice of paradise

Steal their style: This Christchurch lifestyle is a slice of paradise

This stylish lifestyle block in Christchurch is one of our favourites. Watch to find out how you can steal this family’s colourful, modern style Steal their style: This Christchurch lifestyle is a slice of paradise Katie McNamara and her husband Mark moved from Sydney to Christchurch in 2009 when Mark was offered a racing commentator’s […]
An Australian family are living the good life in their Christchurch new-build

An Australian family are living the good life in their Christchurch new-build

This Australian couple and their children have created a slice of paradise on a lifestyle block in Christchurch filled with pattern, pops of colour and pets Meet and greet Katie McNamara, stay-at-home mum and founder/designer of online children’s clothing brand LaVieKid, Mark McNamara, New Zealand Racing Board commentator, William, 3, and Bronte, 1, plus spaniels […]
Here’s how to shop this classic Kiwi bach look

Here’s how to shop this classic Kiwi bach look

You loved this family bach on Kawau Island now so we’ve made it easy for you to steal their style! Watch to find out how you can get their laid back look  Steal their style: A classic Kiwi bach on Kawau Island This family bach on Kawau Island is a popular one! Hilary West and […]
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Created Homewares is an Upper Hutt store making Kiwi design a priority

Created Homewares is an Upper Hutt store making Kiwi design a priority

What began as a humble home project for an Upper Hutt duo has mushroomed into a trove of on-trend, Kiwi-designed treasures Created Homewares is an Upper Hutt store making Kiwi design a priority Damian Townsend and Jonathan Smeets – Damo and Jono to most who know them – have been on a whirlwind journey which has […]
How to nail the Havana hangout trend in your home

How to nail the Havana hangout trend in your home

Havana style is the latest interior trend to watch. Be inspired by natural materials and laid-back living, and discover where you can shop the look How to nail the Havana hangout trend in your home Set the scene for a trip to the tropics and create your own Havana hangout with these on-trend pieces. We’ve […]
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Shop profile: Superette

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 […]
Four stylish ways to nail your Christmas table setting

Four stylish ways to nail your Christmas table setting

Festive decor doesn’t have to be the kind you keep in a box all year and only pull out for Christmas. Get inspired with these four timeless table settings  Green, grey and brass A moody botanical theme reins supreme for a stylish yet festive affair. Add texture to your table by mixing stormy greys and warm forest greens […]
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The ultimate kitchen hack for a busy home

The ultimate kitchen hack for a busy home

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 […]
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How add royal flair to your home with Renaissance-style furniture

How add royal flair to your home with Renaissance-style furniture

Discover how to give your home the royal treatment with rich wood and opulent appliques inspired by the Renaissance style How add royal flair to your home with Renaissance-style furniture Use Renaissance-style furniture and fine art fit for a king or queen to give your home a plush, ornate air. Style tip Look for pieces that […]
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Get the look: The perfect Christmas table setting

Get the look: The perfect Christmas table setting

Have yourself a merry Christmas with our top product picks for creating a fresh and festive table setting – from plates to baubles and everything in-between Christmas can have you feeling frazzled and less than inspired when your decorations are looking a bit ho-hum. Add modern, stylish flair to your table setting this year with these trendy ideas. […]
6 ways you can achieve an eco-friendly bathroom

6 ways you can achieve an eco-friendly bathroom

Making your home eco-friendly can feel like a daunting task but these simple changes to your bathroom will help you achieve easy, green living that is both functional and stylish 1 Eco-style and design Our everyday choices can have wide environmental impact. When it comes to achieving an eco-friendly bathroom space it’s important to consider […]
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The only lamp you’ll ever need for your study

The only lamp you’ll ever need for your study

Be inspired by the industrial style of the iconic British Anglepoise lamp and see our top picks to brighten up your study or office An icon of 20th-century British design, the Anglepoise lamp has featured in design museums, graced Royal Mail stamps and inspired numerous artists and musicians. The original Anglepoise was designed by George […]
Get to know Gerty Brown’s perfectly patterned cushions

Get to know Gerty Brown’s perfectly patterned cushions

For Morag Sinclair, owner of Gerty Brown, what started as a small local business has expanded to an international homeware brand full of life, colour and perfectly clashing patterns Introducing Gerty Brown Morag Sinclair: “Growing up in a creative household, I loved the whirr of the sewing machines and the speed with which you could create something […]
Designer profile: discover Ben Glass’ contemporary wooden furniture

Designer profile: discover Ben Glass’ contemporary wooden furniture

Ben Glass has gone from humble cabinetmaker to furniture designer and manufacturer with his exceptional range of contemporary wooden furniture  Discover Ben Glass’ contemporary wooden furniture Ben Glass: “When people ask what I do, I say, ‘I make chairs’, but what I really do is draw pictures of furniture then find the best way to […]
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A new lifestyle centre brings all your favourite home brands together

A new lifestyle centre brings all your favourite home brands together

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, […]
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Markantonia create furniture, floral design and dreamy candles

Markantonia create furniture, floral design and dreamy candles

Couple Antonia De Vere and Mark Seeney have combined their creative endeavours in Markantonia – a company that’s all about everything beautiful  Meet the makers behind Markantonia Antonia De Vere: “Our business is an eclectic combination of our design-focused careers – Mark (Seeney) with furniture design and myself with floral design, then combining forces on candles, homeware and […]
Designer profile: JS Ceramics’ handmade homeware

Designer profile: JS Ceramics’ handmade homeware

Nestled in rural Te Puna, family business JS Ceramics create handmade ceramic homeware that reflects the beauty of their surroundings  Introducing JS Ceramics Jen Watt: “The nature of ceramics is that you never know exactly how the items inside the kiln are going to look when you open the door. I love the element of experimentation […]
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20 reasons to add beautiful botanical homeware to your home

20 reasons to add beautiful botanical homeware to your home

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 […]
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Monmouth Glass Studio produce hand-blown glass creations

Monmouth Glass Studio produce hand-blown glass creations

Monmouth Glass Studio have made a name for themselves with their fine, functional glassware and lighting, handmade with traditional hot glass techniques  Introducing Monmouth Glass Studio Stephen Bradbourne and Isaac Katzoff: “We create functional and decorative pieces using traditional hot glass techniques with a strong focus on balancing our time and resources between bespoke, commissioned pieces […]
Discover Arielle Mermin’s hippie chic homeware and clothing

Discover Arielle Mermin’s hippie chic homeware and clothing

With its laidback, Californian vibe mixed with hippie chic, Arielle Mermin’s brand of fashion and homeware has become a go-to for the modern bohemian Meet clothing and homeware designer Arielle Mermin Arielle Mermin: “I’m originally from Northern California and, prior to settling in New Zealand, I worked in art and wardrobe departments for both film […]
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12 of the best ottomans

12 of the best ottomans

Put your feet up while you consider the many uses of this handy piece of furniture – the ottoman Why the ottoman works well in the home Ottomans have become larger over the years, making them a more versatile piece of furniture. If they have a sturdy top, they often act as a coffee table […]
In the studio with bespoke clothing rack designer Melissa Brooks

In the studio with bespoke clothing rack designer Melissa Brooks

What began as a father-and-daughter project involving a few steel pipes has blossomed into a successful business for Melissa Brooks, creator of bespoke clothing racks Mel, tell us about your business, and when did it all start? Ours are not your typical homeware-store clothing racks. Our vision is to place a piece of New York […]
10 reasons to love the shagpile trend

10 reasons to love the shagpile trend

It’s been around for decades, but this shaggy retro carpet is making its way into all sorts of homeware It’s covered the floors of many a Kiwi home since it was introduced here in the 1960s, but then it fell out of favour – until now! The fluffy comfort of shag is back and not […]
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Step inside Alex & Corban’s nature-inspired homeware store

Step inside Alex & Corban’s nature-inspired homeware store

From The Block NZ to The Bloc in Mt Eden, this creative couple have soared to new heights since their reality TV win, and the proof is in their newly opened homeware store Alex and Corban’s homeware store at The Block Collective After the success of their pop-up store last Christmas and steady sales online, […]
21 reasons to become a nature-lover

21 reasons to become a nature-lover

Embrace your inner David Attenborough and enthuse quietly over nature’s wonders with this collection of prize specimens for your home or office Styling by: Shani Luckman. Photography by: Wendy Fenwick. Video by: Georgia Bramley. [related_articles post1=”44049″ post2=”49730″]
Your Home and Garden art director Shani Luckman’s must-haves

Your Home and Garden art director Shani Luckman’s must-haves

From botanical prints to bathroom mats, Your Home and Garden art director Shani Luckman shares her decor must-haves Friday faves If you haven’t had time to head to the shops recently, don’t worry, because we’ve gone for you! Here’s what Your Home and Garden designer art director is currently lusting after: 1.Talcia Emes bathmat I would […]
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20 of the best Father’s Day gift ideas

Whether it’s for the office, bathroom, man cave or the great outdoors, shopping for the stylish men in your life has never been easier thanks to a handful of brands celebrating the male mojo Styling by: Tanya Wong. Photography by: Melanie Jenkins. Video by: Georgia Bramley.
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Your Home and Garden designer Catherine Wilkinson’s favourite things

Your Home and Garden designer Catherine Wilkinson’s favourite things

From terracotta-toned homeware to Moroccan-inspired jewellery, Your Home & Garden designer/stylist Catherine Wilkinson shares her design discoveries Friday faves If you haven’t had time to head to the shops recently, don’t worry, because we’ve gone for you! Here’s what Your Home and Garden designer and stylist Catherine Wilkinson is currently lusting after: Ketama earrings from Zoe and […]
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Shop profile: Wellington’s The General Store

Shop profile: Wellington’s The General Store

Vintage treasures carefully selected and sometimes restored sit alongside new finds at The General Store, located in one of Wellington’s heritage buildings The story behind The General Store It can be hard for Bec Roberts to leave work behind. That’s because the owner of The General Store, the iconic Wellington outlet which specialises in vintage, refurbished […]
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Behind the scenes of a Your Home and Garden We Love shoot!

Behind the scenes of a Your Home and Garden We Love shoot!

Seeing the finished image in the magazine, you’d never guess so much time and effort goes into capturing one shot. Here’s a little preview of how a magazine page comes together… Your Home and Garden loves: Arty Nooks Grouped together in carefully curated spaces, your treasures tell a story and come alive when put on display […]
Shop profile: Wellington homeware store Orient

Shop profile: Wellington homeware store Orient

Treasures sourced from all over Asia are displayed thoughtfully in this Wellington homeware store and they won’t cost you the earth It’s hard finding a slot in Tania Siladi’s diary. Not only is the Wellingtonian co-owner of Dragonfly Restaurant and the Asian Food Republic range of fresh and vac-pac foods, she’s also raising four children. […]
How to create a Scandi-style bedroom for an 8-12 year old

How to create a Scandi-style bedroom for an 8-12 year old

When it comes to decorating for children, there are numerous themes and designs to ponder over. Here we explore how a trendy Scandi-style room can grow with your child, potentially saving you money in the long run Versatile Scandi-style Scandinavian style is currently one of the most followed interior trends. The monochrome colour palette of black, […]
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Get to know the secrets of Melbourne and beyond with eight of the best tours

Get to know the secrets of Melbourne and beyond with eight of the best tours

You’ve arrived in Melbourne and eaten your way through the many cafes, enjoyed a cocktail at a laneway bar and feel you’ve done it all – but there are plenty of tours that will show you another side of Melbourne and its regions Eight of the best Melbourne tours Be taken through some of Melbourne’s most […]
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Shop profile: Blush flowers in Auckland’s Parnell

Shop profile: Blush flowers in Auckland’s Parnell

Flowers, interior design and fashion combine in this retail space making its mark in one of Auckland’s poshest suburbs Owner and creative director Kelly Karam has been creating bespoke, fashion-forward wedding and corporate florals for over a decade. Designing her own retail space, which opened in April, meant she could intertwine her love of fashion, […]
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10 of the best brass beauties for the bathroom

10 of the best brass beauties for the bathroom

Brass is back and it’s making a splash in bathroom design. The warm, bright, look-at-me alloy adds a welcome touch of glamour Brass beauty for the bathroom The bathroom is one of the most hard-working rooms in the home, not to mention a big selling point, so it pays to give its design some decent […]
10 of the best macrame pieces for the home

10 of the best macrame pieces for the home

Not just a fabulously diverse art form, modern macramé lends instant softness and texture to a room They say that all good things come back in fashion and this is absolutely the case here. Macramé – the art of decorative knotting – has come a long way since the coarse twine and shiny beads of […]
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Dunedin homeware store is a much-loved destination

Dunedin homeware store is a much-loved destination

A light-filled space above one of Dunedin’s busiest streets offers a place to relax, sip coffee and browse beautiful and cutting-edge homeware When Dunedin interior designer Sandy Cubitt opened the doors to her pop-up store in October 2014, it was only meant to be a short-lived affair. With her homeware store Moi already well established […]
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Alex Walls from The Block NZ styles a living room in two different ways

Alex Walls from The Block NZ styles a living room in two different ways

Alex Walls from The Block NZ presents one living room in two different colour concepts. Which one do you love? Why Alex Walls is loving these looks Right now I am super-excited about all the beautiful, dark and moody tones of green that have appeared, and I just could not wait to showcase one of them […]
Freedom collaborates with Blacklist and the results are awesome

Freedom collaborates with Blacklist and the results are awesome

Homes to Love caught up with Freedom Furniture’s New Zealand buyer Myelz Moss to chat about their recent collaboration with cult Australian print designers Blacklist Q+A with Freedom’s  Myelz Moss Myelz, how did the collaboration with Blacklist come about? After working with a local candle supplier for quite some time over in Australia, we had thought it […]
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Shop profile: Republic Home

Shop profile: Republic Home

This homeware hotspot, with two premises in Auckland, is filled with creative interior finds, from tribal fabrics and juju hats to exotic materials and unique art One of the first things that hits you when you walk into Republic Home is the variety. David Peez, the owner of this Auckland homeware institution, says he prefers […]
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Store profile: Petone’s Room99

Store profile: Petone’s Room99

Take an industrial designer, add a graphic designer with interior flair and the result is the impeccably curated Wellington interior store, Room99 For graphic designer Lisa Delany, it was a no-brainer to go into business with her industrial designer husband Grant Macdonald. “In 2005, Grant bought Ferndale Furniture, a 20-year-old joinery firm in Petone. His […]
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Shop profile: Izzy & Jean Co.

Shop profile: Izzy & Jean Co.

We catch up with Claire Ongly, owner of online store Izzy & Jean Co. to find out how her carefully curated store came to be, and why she’s now online-only Claire, how did Izzy & Jean Co. come about? I had always wanted to run my own business, and when I moved back to New Zealand […]
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Win the ultimate homeware package!

Win the ultimate homeware package!

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 […]
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Shop profile: Matakana homeware store Mooi Mooi

Shop profile: Matakana homeware store Mooi Mooi

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 […]
An interior trend all nature lovers should try

An interior trend all nature lovers should try

Create a restful, airy space by cleverly combining beautiful natural textures Eco chic Life can be chaotic, so it’s no surprise people are craving calm interiors inspired by nature. This look employs the unadorned beauty of natural textures to create a serene, soul-restoring space. The white is warmed up with layered natural materials including wood, […]
10 of the very best console tables

10 of the very best console tables

This versatile piece of furniture combines feature with function, and can be used in multiple places around the home Make it work A console table works particularly well in the entryway and provides a strong focal point and first impression for guests entering your home. They’re perfect for displaying candles and decor items. A group […]
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The latest homeware in 50 shades of grey

The latest homeware in 50 shades of grey

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″]
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Your Home and Garden’s new homeware range

After 18 months of brainstorming, sourcing, samples and swatches, the first Your Home and Garden for Farmers homeware range is finally in store! The Your Home and Garden for Farmers range is not just beautiful, but functional and affordable. The Winter 2016 range includes tableware, kitchenware, bathroomware, bedlinen and gorgeous decor pieces in a sophisticated […]
Izzy & Jean Co.

Izzy & Jean Co.

New Zealand-based online store Izzy & Co stocks a range of products that are “beautiful, well-crafted and a little bit different”, says owner Claire Ongly Izzy & Jean Co http://izzyandjean.co.nz/ [email protected] [related_articles post1=”45255″ post2=”44420″] Photos by: Nicola Edmonds.
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This affordable new glamping range is super cute

This affordable new glamping range is super cute

Make the most of the last of the summer sun with this ultra cute range of camping gear!  Kmart’s new Active & Co glamping range includes a stylish, open plan glamping tent and a range of glamping furniture, lighting and accessories for an outdoorsy getaway with a luxurious touch. [related_articles post1=”38272″ post2=”28318″]
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Shop profile: The Birdcage

Shop profile: The Birdcage

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 […]
How to nail the coastal-cool look

How to nail the coastal-cool look

At the bach or at home, a coastal look creates instant relaxation. Nail the coastal chic look at your place with a few tips and tricks A colour scheme with natural accents of brown, taupe and grey emulates the beach, while sky blue and deep navy is reminiscent of the ocean and summer sky. Get […]
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Shops we love: Crave Home

Shops we love: Crave Home

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 […]
So hot right now

So hot right now

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
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How to create an outdoor room with Balinese inspired style

How to create an outdoor room with Balinese inspired style

Outdoor rooms expand your living spaces and add value to your home. Create a tropical, Balinese style look with these handy hints How to create an outdoor room with Balinese inspired style Lots of pretty lights sets against a simple, clean backdrop (painted in Resene ‘All Black’ create ambience and interest at eye level, and […]
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Alex Fulton launches new online store

Alex Fulton launches new online store

We chat to interiors expert, colour ambassador and self-proclaimed ‘rebel of retail’,  Alex Fulton, about her new online shop AFD Store, which features her signature dose of bright colour and a personally curated selection of homeware and accessories   Alex, AFD Store looks bright, eclectic and fun, how else is it different from other online stores? With so many […]
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The Block NZ stars’ new pop-up homeware shop

The Block NZ stars’ new pop-up homeware shop

The Block NZ winners Alex and Corban have opened a pop-up homeware shop in Auckland’s Takapuna Your Home and Garden contributors and stars of The Block NZ 2014 Alex and Corban Walls have opened a pop-up store in Auckland’s Takapuna, as a follow-up to their popular online store. “Corban and I have been busy little bees […]
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Shop profile: MintSix

Sisters Talia O’Connor and Ella Murdoch returned from their exotic overseas travels inspired to bring a selection of the amazing objects they had discovered home for New Zealanders Ask the owners of MintSix about the genesis of their business and they will wax lyrical about colourful experiences shared in far-flung lands. A Silk Road odyssey […]
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Resene, girls bedroom, pink, fun

How to brighten a girl’s bedroom

Kids’ rooms are the perfect place to get creative with colour! Brighten up a girl’s room with this dotty take on colour blocking GET THE LOOK: Wall painted in Resene ‘Smitten’ and spot painted in Resene ‘Such Fun’; Sleepy Boy king single bed from Meluka; turquoise spot felt rug from Tea Pea; side table from Kmart […]
Shop profile: The Fabulist

Shop profile: The Fabulist

This West Auckland shop finds beauty in the old and unusual Shop profile: The Fabulist The hunt for the ultimate vintage find – it’s what Kristin Seth and partner Jason Hall always have on their minds. Whether they’re near their home in West Auckland or travelling throughout the country, the owners of Oratia secondhand traders […]
Vibrant Fuschia inspiration

Vibrant Fuschia inspiration

“If you have an overload of beige in an interior, a pop of colour is the fastest way to bring vibrancy,” says Louise Hilsz. “Complement fuschia with grey, sage green and aubergine. Add this shade with one dramatic piece of furniture to create a bold change.”
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Weekend trader

Shop profile: Weekend Trader

Locally made industrial-style furniture and homeware have found their ideal home at Auckland’s City Works Depot What started out as a weekend project for Terry Curtis is now very much a full-time role as creative director, designer and owner of homeware store Weekend Trader. Initially an online shop that Terry would manage on weekends while […]
Shop profile: So Vintage

Shop profile: So Vintage

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure. This rings especially true for French-born Mehdi Sanssar. Growing up on the outskirts of Paris, visiting the antique markets every weekend was a ritual not to be missed. Days were spent rifling through antiques for exotic curios or selling his own wares. “There are markets every weekend in […]
Designer Profile: Burrow and Be

Designer Profile: Burrow and Be

Catherine Melo creates children’s products with a fresh graphic edge. The simplest motifs can make the most effective prints, and Burrow and Be’s Catherine Melo has capitalised on this with her super cute range of parent-friendly prints. Paper planes, little houses, rain clouds and birds all feature on blankets, pillowcases and handy storage sacks for […]
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Papermint card

Designer profile: Papermint Studio

Paper products adorned with original illustrations in thoughtful packaging. Otis Hu has had a fascination with paper goodies since she was young, but it wasn’t until she was asked to illustrate a flower for a honey company that she discovered her knack for drawing. “It was so fun to see the illustration come alive and […]
Shop profile: Shut The Front Door

Shop profile: Shut The Front Door

Designer Sarah Parker invites customers to stop by, stock up, then shut the front door and enjoy a home filled with bright and unusual products from her Takapuna store Sarah likes to style the various spaces within the store herself, based on what is on trend and what she is personally drawn to. She loves […]
Designer profile: Cloud Nine Creative

Designer profile: Cloud Nine Creative

Discover Canterbury-based Lee Sinclair’s handcrafted creations. Lee Sinclair has been drawing, creating and “generally just making” since she was a child. She has turned her childhood craftiness into a business with Cloud Nine Creative. Her carefully curated jewellery and prints range, which she produces from her home studio in Ohoka, North Canterbury, has now branched […]
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Why a Port-a-bach

Why a Port-a-bach

“It’s a highly crafted interior, lined in plywood that gives it a very solid feeling, but still with a lovely connection to the environment” Why a Port-a-bach Portability was a key factor in the design of Port-A-Bach, a prototype for up-cycling shipping containers by Wellington architects Bonnifait + Giesen. William Giesen says the idea first […]
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Close Shaves: A polished barbershop

Close Shaves: A polished barbershop

New Plymouth’s arresting Len Lye Centre isn’t the only new thing in town. Late last year, Shaun and Cassie Conaglen returned to their home town after more than 20 years of working as a builder (Shaun) and a lawyer (Cassie) in Sydney. Sean says he had always wanted to own a shop – he just […]
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Blogger profile: Ses & Jen

Blogger profile: Ses & Jen

We went behind the screens to talk to Sarah Hamilton, one half of popular blog Ses + Jen, which she writes with her mum, Jen. Sarah, why did you start your blog? Nearly two years ago, after my mum and I had completed a full interior makeover on my home, we started a Facebook page […]
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Designer profile: Kym Church

Designer profile: Kym Church

This clever designer has nailed the art of simple statement pieces. What’s a graphic designer on maternity leave to do without her usual creative outlet to keep her mind busy? Make things for her home, of course! Designer Kym Church found herself with idle hands while on leave from her job in publishing in 2010. […]
Designer profile: Ico Traders

Designer profile: Ico Traders

Miranda Osborne’s wire furniture and industrial-style lighting is vintage-inspired but utterly contemporary The wonderful wire creations of Ico Traders’ Miranda Osborne are instantly recognisable for their dramatic curves in vivid rainbow shades. They’re also well-known for ticking the comfort and durability boxes, as well as style. “Steel wire is the perfect material for creating furniture,” […]