Comfort for life on the go: Kakapo Linen

For many, exploring New Zealand’s stunning scenery means hitting the road in a caravan, motorhome or boat. The joy of adventure can sometimes be dampened by ill-fitting bedding. With no standard sizing for caravan mattresses – some being wider, shorter, or oddly shaped – traditional linen often leaves excess fabric, wasting valuable space. Kakapo Linen […]

Embrace coastal Hamptons living: OneWorld

Fans of Hamptons style are in for a treat. Christchurch’s coastal living specialists, Heather and David of home and living haven OneWorld have just received another shipment of their beautiful Hamptons inspired sofas. The foundation of Hamptons style is a soft, neutral colour scheme. Think whites, creams, soft greys and muted blues, all designed to […]

No time like now: McDonald & Hartshorne

That old adage “A stitch in time saves nine” has passed down the centuries for a reason. Our habit of putting off tackling a problem immediately can all too often grow the problem exponentially. This proverbial wisdom makes sound economic sense on both the work and home-front. With the latter, we only have to think […]

Rattan vibes: Oneworld Collection

Spring is the perfect time to make the most of the resurgence of much loved rattan and shop the trend at Oneworld Collection. The beautifully made rattan will give you inspiration to revamp your home. Whether you are looking for a retro, bohemian, coastal or tropical style, Oneworld’s versatile range will help you create a […]

Wicked range of wicker: Woven Veranda

Indonesia has some of the finest textile weavers in the world and the villages of West Java are renowned for their centuries-old artisanal traditions. It was during a backpacking trip around Indonesia in the 1980s that a young New Zealand designer, Neil Briden, first came across hand-woven rattan furniture. This is where the WovenVeranda story […]

It really is black and white

Black and white is a classic colour combination that stands the test of time and for good reason. Both are strong neutrals (to which colour can be added if desired), and work well with a huge variety of different textures and interior design styles. From the bedroom to the bathroom, the kitchen to the lounge, […]