Cue the curves
Anyone can appreciate the aesthetic beauty of rounded corners. Curves are said to be easier on the eye and take less cognitive effort to visually process. When American architect Philip Johnson first visited the Guggenheim Museum in Spain, it is said that he described it as “the greatest building of our time” […]
Making: sweet dreams
Each passing season brings with it the perfect opportunity to introduce a new aesthetic to the bedroom. When it comes to the cooler months on their way, it’s all about hunkering down. So how do you create a homely haven in time for winter? We’ve got our top tips right […]
Bedrooms with flair: Station Road
“Your bedroom is a very personal space,” says Gavin How, Manager at Station Road Home. With winter on the horizon, many people consider a change to their bedrooms, creating a new look and feel with either the introduction of a statement piece, or a complete reinvention of the whole room. […]
A Colourful Crusade
Colour is a complex phenomenon and theories about its effect on our minds and emotions range across the scientific and artistic realms. On the other hand, all it takes is a paintbrush and a pot of fresh paint to understand the powerful ability of colour to dramatically transform a space. […]
Purple Reign
Life can feel chaotic right? So, when it comes to creating the perfect abode, it’s no surprise that people want to simplify their homes and interiors to create a space of calm and comfort. The colour purple is known to evoke a sense of calm, and if done right, it […]
An expression of love: Ellen Estate Interiors
Home is an expression of love between couples. Interior designers at Ellen Estate Interiors understand that ‘Home’ looks different for everyone. With access to globally sourced materials, furniture and home accessories, Ellen Estate can assist with everything involved in creating your home. Business owner and interior designer Michelle Laming sees […]
Warm your feet: Carpet Binders
With winter fast approaching, people begin to dread the feeling of walking on cold, hardwood floors. The team at Carpet Binders want you to warm your feet and your heart by enjoying the colder months with a professionally edged carpet square. As a longstanding family business based in Christchurch […]
Revitalising Your Most Used Space: M F Turnbull
Thirty-one years and counting – that’s how long M F Turnbull has been finishing furniture and joinery in Canterbury and beyond. With an expanded facility, Kitchen Renewal is a new division of M F Turnbull that specialises in refurbishing kitchens and furniture. No matter what the current finish of your kitchen, […]
Joining the dots: Murray Hewitt Joinery
Murray Hewitt Joinery Ltd has celebrated its 20th anniversary this year. Even after two decades of providing Cantabrians with the absolute best in joinery for a wide range of building projects, the company shows little signs of slowing down. Formed in 1999, Murray Hewitt Joinery’s team of highly skilled […]
Beddy Buys: Armstrong Interiors
Armstrong Interiors is now working alongside Seneca Manchester and is excited to be stocking a small range of their favourite Seneca bed linens and sheets. Award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong is researching and getting to understand more about Egyptian cotton sheeting and bed linens. Words like long and fine silky fibres, […]
