The wool difference: Dreamwool
Why would you sleep on anything else? “Wool is nature’s miracle fibre,” says Dreamwool director David Henderson. “It’s breathable, moisture-wicking, and naturally regulates your body temperature so that you’re cool in summer, warm in winter. Your run-of-the-mill synthetic mattresses, made up of plastic fillings, chemical foams, polyesters and gels, simply cannot match the […]
BRIGHT IDEA
If you’re looking to brighten up your interiors, transform the atmosphere and move your family’s mood, let this case study of seven ADNZ award-winning homes enlighten you. Lighting, and why you need it Transforms a space: Strategic light reflection and washing is a clever trick to make small rooms feel more open and […]
The most for the host: Total Food Equipment
Find the best in home and kitchenware to style the best table in town at Total Food Equipment. From Le Creuset’s latest colours and a contemporary-meets-classic curation of everything from Robert Gordon pottery to fruit-inspired tableware, plus brand new Tupperware for post-party leftovers. Shop our favourites here for events season, Cup Week and […]
Fleece to fabulous: Wool Zone Ravensdown Canterbury A&P Show
From fleece to fashion, furnishings, skincare, and fireproof clothing, step inside the Wool Zone at the Ravensdown Canterbury A&P Show next month to find the innovators showcasing the incredible potential of wool. From raw wool straight off the farm to beautifully finished products, the Wool Zone (part of the Ravensdown Canterbury A&P Show […]
Visit the Wool Zone at the Canterbury A&P Show
Don’t miss three jam-packed days of rural celebration from 11 to 13 November… with the biggest ever space given to the Wool Zone this year. F rom live music and roving performers to lawnmower racing and duck herding, since 1863, the A&P Show has brought the country into town for three unforgettable days […]
What’s to come in colour?
Colour forecasts in 2027 reflect a world shaped by algorithms, endless content and digital noise. “As we become increasingly technologically sophisticated, many of us are also feeling more socially disconnected. In a world shaped by algorithms, endless content and digital noise, there is a growing sense of sameness and overstimulation,” says colour and […]
La dolce vita
A selection of spring interior newness editor Nina Tucker has seen lately and can’t shake – because these colours mean warmer weather isn’t far away.
6 tips before your visit – The Home Show
How to maximise what you get out of the Canterbury Home Show from 16 to 18 October at Wolfbrook Arena. 1. Secure your tickets Get your free tickets at canterburyhomeshow.co.nz. Then, schedule your arrival around the best times. The Show is open from 10am to 5pm daily; foot traffic is heavy in the […]
The Home Show – What renovations add the most value in Canterbury?
Whether you’re preparing to sell in the next few years or simply want to invest wisely in your biggest asset, these are the renovations delivering the greatest return for homeowners across the region – especially in and around Christchurch. If you’re planning to renovate, you want to know one thing first: will it […]
Spring florals to style inside
Spring is in bloom, and here’s how to maximise the season’s most popular (and easy to find) florals. Daffodils Nothing says spring like daffodils – the thousands that pop up across Hagley Park are a sure sign (and delicious smell) that warmer weather is on its way. Big bunches of various bright daffodils […]
