Inspiring ideas: Home Ideas centre
If you’re want to update the look and feel of your home, planning that ever elusive extension or maybe it’s time for that new home you have always dreamed of, then you’ll find the answer at the Home Ideas centre. On November 4, Home Ideas is running a special Home […]
Garden Goals
The second half of the year is ramping up and it’s the time of the year where we start to appreciate our exterior spaces so much more. Creating the perfect area outside can make this experience all the more palatable. In the spirit of spring’s new beginnings, we have put […]
Sweet Seats
Few design trends are as useful as they are beautiful, but seats are increasingly blurring the lines between form and function, with our living spaces reaping the beautiful rewards. With their purposeful role in our homes, they are in the prime position to make a design statement. So whether you’re […]
Architectural Mystery: Murray Hewitt Joinery
There are few architectural details that can give a home a sense of mystery and wonder like a secret door leading to a hidden room. If you’ve ever wanted a private hideaway, extra secure storage for valuables, or an almost magical escape to another world, a hidden room is sure […]
Grass with class: Oderings Landscaping
Oderings Landscaping helps you ensure that the grass is always greener on your side of the fence. The company specialises in all aspects of lawn installation and lawn care. Whether it’s a new lawn, or bringing an existing lawn back to life, the team has the knowledge and skills to […]
Exceptional outdoor furniture: The Crowded House Furniture
When Jodi Gauci couldn’t find what she was looking for to furnish her outdoor area, she decided to design, manufacture and import it herself. “I was searching for nice outdoor furniture that was good quality but not super expensive, so I ended up sourcing my own,” she says. “Then friends […]
The height of sophistication: Louvre Solutions
Indulge in the height of sophistication, the freedom of outdoor entertaining and relaxing in style to your own schedule. Spring is upon us and with the promise of long summer evenings on the horizon, now is the perfect time to plan on creating an exterior space that will enhance your […]
Covetable outdoor spaces: Artworks Landscape
When thinking about landscaping specialists, the team at Artworks Landscape Ltd should spring to mind. They have been creating in Canterbury for more than 30 years – the team knows their business, and they love what they do. “Being resourceful and adaptable is the key,” says Ross Marriott, who started […]
Have a spring fling: The Ellesmere Spring Fling 2018
For lovers of beautiful gardens and anyone wanting a glorious day out in the fresh country air, The Ellesmere Spring Fling 2018 country fete on Sunday 7 October is a must. Held at Broadfield Garden from 11am to 4pm, 250 Selwyn Road, which is only 10 minutes from Hornby, these […]
Perfect plastering: Geocoat
Plastering is an art form – and a good plasterer is so highly skilled, they can make their craft look effortless. Geocoat Ltd owner Lewis Lester is testament to this. He has consistently been producing the highest quality work across the South Island for the past 15 years, establishing his own business […]












