Fresh bakery treats: Gorgeous Food
When a recipe is so perfect, why would anyone change it? Especially delicious baking passed down by grandma, with a loyal customer following. A busy family, now operating Gorgeous Food Specialist Bakery in Springs Road since July, continues the local legacy. “We were so lucky to find such a good business, owned by […]
Relax in your bach
A home away from home can be just as cosy and inviting as your usual dwelling, or even more so. Holiday homes or baches are a place to relax away from it all, and often their interior décor reflects that. After all, no one wants to go on holiday and spend all their […]
Tips for styling rugs: Carpet Binders
Decorating with floor rugs is an easy and cost-effective way to add style and function to any room in your home. Whether you’re looking to define an area, protect your hardwood floors, or introduce a pop of texture, a rug is a fool proof solution. Talk to the experts at Carpet Binders. Their […]
Nestling with nature: M M Linen
The bedroom is acknowledged as the home’s revered space – a personal, private haven for contemplation, relaxation and slumber. After a hard day’s slog at work, what bliss to know a beautiful room suffused with all that soothes our souls awaits our return home. M.M Linen is a renowned global label, grown right […]
A colourful getaway: Resene
Not everyone has the time or money to undertake a full makeover of their bach, but there are creative ways to freshen up the space. One way is by using colour, repainting, upcycling, or remixing things you already own. A great place to start is by accenting one wall with a contrasting or […]
Reinventing quality furniture: Quality Furniture
When quality is there, a revamp beats a replace any day. “Some years back, my good friend acquired the family’s old lounge suite. It was a solid, robust old Kovacs suite, with big rolled arms, built to last generations,” retells Neke McDonald of McDonald and Hartshorne, quality furniture and reupholster specialists. “She had […]
Expand your outdoors: Lourve Solutions
Summer brings friends and family together with barbecues, enjoying cool beverages outside and finally getting to uncover the patio furniture that has been in hiding for the past several months. The timing is perfect for expanding your indoor living into the warm and sunny outdoors with Canterbury-based Louvre Solutions. They can create a […]
A new year spruce up: Alena Designs
“Small tweaks to your interiors will freshen them for the year ahead.” – Judy Pine, Interior Designer New cushions for your favourite sofa or chair, a new rug, a drapes revamp, or new accent wallpaper can add surprisingly drastic changes to an existing scheme and doesn’t need to be overly expensive. Alena Designs […]
All in the details
Hooks and decorative pots, though small, can add pizazz Styling unique hooks and earthy tone pots can add a touch of personality to your home while keeping it organised. Use hooks for bags or coats and pots for pens, pencils, cooking utensils, or plants. Consider the overall aesthetic you want to achieve and […]
Sort that scratchy dog: Eezapet
When your dog is constantly itching, it can be hard to work out how to help. Common allergens that can affect dogs include grasses, grass seeds, plants such as wandering dew, and some foods. Unfortunately, the list is extensive and can compound to create an uncomfortable situation for your furry friend. The best […]
