Where the wild things are
We modern-day humans have long harboured a fascination for all things tribal and, thanks to children’s books and Hollywood, our collective imaginations have run riot on the subject. Think of Tarzan swinging across the jungle; the dashing daredevil Lawrence of Arabia striding desert sands; Hepburn and Bogart pitted against the […]
Desert Diamond
Not too long ago, this gorgeous mellow-toned room would likely have been awash in millennial pinks, but there’s a subtle shift away from that side of the spectrum into the trendy tones of peaches and nudes. Why use just one peach or nude tone when you can use a few […]
Dream Weaver
Rattan is weaving its way into our homeware dreams – and with the wicker of a finger, the dream becomes a reality. Now you can get the island resort feeling in your home year-round; rattan has returned to our Pinterest boards and our homes. Most often, this type of furniture […]
Enhancing spaces: Armstrong Interiors
With our busy schedules, it is often difficult to find the time and energy to put towards our living spaces. Award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong from Armstrong Interiors says there are several simple yet effective ways to enhance your existing space and it’s not as hard as you may think. […]
The great divide
Room dividers have long been the coolest way to divide and conquer. While they are simply folding screen panels that are used to create separation between zones in the home, there are so many other quirky ways to utilise this transformative homeware and we thought it would be rude not […]
Whitewashed Wonder: Resene
This fresh, cool room manages to take the essence of trendy Scandi cool and blend it with a distinctly local, natural style. The walls retain a modern minimalist look with the use of Resene Colorwood Whitewash, allowing the beauty of the wood grain to show through and add visual texture. […]
Chalk it up
If you thought that the last time you would encounter the word ‘chalk’ would be in primary school, then you may have to think again. Originally created by the paint brand Annie Sloan, chalk paint is a fun new way to give your house a vintage feel or try something entirely new. […]
Rich in Citrus
This rich, warm dining space is a sophisticated take on a classic citrus. Rather than using the fresh, light colours normally associated with a citrus-inspired scheme, this one opts for a richer, full-bodied look instead. The orange rear wall packs a punch in Resene Twisted Sister, while the complementing accessories […]
Joiner expands repertoire: Murray Hewitt Joinery
Any joiner operating at the top of their game in the twenty-first century understands how to work with a vast range of materials and master the gamut of styles. Murray Hewitt, Director of Murray Hewitt Joinery, delights in the fact that the craft of joinery once relied on wood, screws and glue, […]
Go Alfresco: Armstrong Interiors
With hot days and balmy nights ahead, there’s no better time to update your outdoor living area. We chat to interior designer Angelique Armstrong about outdoor living design. With daylight savings now making our evenings warmer and brighter, what should we consider for our outdoor living spaces? Indoor-outdoor flow […]
