tropical

Jen Sievers is our July artist for the Year of Art. The Auckland-based artist has won our hearts and we’re loving watching her journey unfold

As the balmy weather hits our shores, so too is a wave of tropical decor. We couldn’t be more overjoyed. Tropical decor is joyful and bright, evoking holidays filled with tanned skin and poolside drinks. Bring Palm Beach to your interiors with palm tree, parrot and pineapple-shaped wares, and lush art prints, wallpaper, home fragrances […]

Two former city slickers are very much at home in their rural property outside Auckland It’s hard to believe Dee Bailey grew up in the city. As she strides in her gumboots around the roughly five hectare property she and husband James own in rural Coatesville, her beloved dogs at her heels, Dee looks the […]

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 […]

A neutral guest bedroom is transformed into a tropical, jungle-inspired oasis for one very lucky young lady who adores her own special space A neutral guest bedroom is transformed into tropical kid’s room Mathilde, 7, is the daughter of Tina Stephen head of online interior decorating company Roomie. They moved into their new home last […]

A Herne Bay home radiates resort chic through an eclectic, contemporary aesthetic and an impressive collection of international knick-knacks   Global treasures create a relaxed, resort feel at this Auckland home Former fashion designer Claire Kingan-Jones has created a relaxed feel in the Auckland home she shares with her husband and teenage sons. The former […]

Why go on holiday when your garden – in busy old Auckland – is a Balinese retreat built to capture all-day sun? A lush Balinese-style garden hidden in an Auckland backyard Fiona Milde vividly recollects her first impressions of the property she bought four years ago in Kohimarama in Auckland’s Eastern Bays. “Ghastly. My father, […]

If space is at a premium in your courtyard, deck or veranda, a small seating nook might be just what you need. See how to create your own slice of paradise Create your own tropical seating nook If space is at a premium in your courtyard, deck or veranda, a small seating nook might be […]

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 […]

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 […]