Delhi inspired delights: Indian Roots
A light and fluffy naan bread dipped in a saucy curry is a favourite meal for many, and no surprise considering Indian cuisine is loved for being flavourful, warming and delicious. The dream of husband-and-wife duo Kiah and Ron, Indian Roots celebrates authentic Indian cuisine, just as they remember from their life in […]
Yummy goodies for everyone: Pique-Nique Cafe
What is a road trip without that fantastic eatery we have come to know and love because it caters to everyone in the car? Let’s face it, food is a subject everybody has a view on, and when you find the place that has obviously put thought, heart and soul into that subject, […]
Playful polka dots
There’s a playfulness to polka dots that keeps them timeless and often makes them a favourite in the fashion world. And while whimsical, they can also add an air of sophistication to an interior space when used subtly. Here are a few tips for working polka dots into your home. Size and colour […]
Spotless hard floors
Keeping hard floors clean is a breeze with Karcher’s FC7 Cordless Hard Floor Cleaner. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott takes one for a test drive. With many homes, old and new, featuring wood, tiled or polished concrete floors, time spent cleaning them can be doubled with the need to vacuum or sweep before […]
Hang up your heater
Heating comes under the microscope when days get colder, so it’s an ideal time to check on what the best options are. Most people will be familiar with options such as wood burners, radiant heaters and heat pumps. One of the newest trends is infrared heat panels, which can add to a room’s […]
Say it with stripes
Stripes are not everyone’s favourite interior decorating trend yet when used judiciously they can create impact, an illusion of space and add colour to any room in a home. For example vertical stripes make ceilings look higher, while horizontal ones make rooms appear wider. When decorating with stripes, it is all about the […]
Home revamp: Murray Hewitt Joinery
Bespoke joinery and beautiful timber is a modern marriage – a solid investment. Murray Hewitt Joinery has home-revamp projects nailed. “We’re essentially a one-stop shop. With skills in all areas, we can incorporate themes and timbers throughout,” says director Murray Hewitt. He says with kitchens, for example, new windows complement an upgrade. New […]
Care for your trees: The Tree People
Trees represent life, growth, peace and nature. They provide us with many benefits including clean air, shade and food. So it is only right that when it comes to caring for the trees on your property you engage the services of qualified arborists. Based in Christchurch, The Tree People was founded in 2004 […]
Minimalist Dreams: RESENE
A perennial fixture in the upper echelons of the annual Resene Top 20 list, Resene Black White has long been a beloved hue among designers and homeowners alike. The chalky and soft calcite grey-white gets its descriptive name from the slight hint of black that’s present in its tinter. The result is a […]
Clear the air: Beattie Air
The truth is a poorly heated or ventilated living or working space is not good for the physical wellbeing of those occupying that space. To function at our optimum, we all need access to quality air conditioning and ventilation; not only does it protect health and wellbeing levels, it makes practical economic sense. […]
