In full swing
They’re swinging back into fashion; indoor swings, outdoor swings – swings are everywhere! The mid-century, egg-shaped cane swinging chair hung on balconies in the swinging 60s. Recently new renditions swung back into vogue – then they really took off. Something so fun, cool and comfortable won’t just be a passing […]
Gold Rush
Gold is adding its illustrious touch to our homewares this season. This magical metallic in its purest golden form will now out-shine recent trends of copper and bronze. Gold pairs beautifully with silver – a perfect balancing act that is easy on the eye. It doesn’t have to be all […]
Taking life by horns: Amanda King
A Canterbury photographer with a unique niche loves telling the stories of the animals she meets. Amanda King talks to her majestic models in a calming voice, while she takes their photograph for her company ‘By the Horns’. The result is striking framed and canvas portraits of intriguing farmyard animals […]
Unexpected International Style: Station Road
When you step into the lobby of a grand hotel, it makes you feel good, excited. It’s a special feeling. “What is it about the interior design, furniture and fixings that creates that inspired feeling?” asks Gavin How, Showroom Manager at Station Road Home. “We like to bring something of […]
Stylish in Stone: Hard as Rocks
Eldorado Stone provides the look and feel of real stone, adding value to your home as well as creating a ‘wow factor’ – without the weight and cost of the real thing. The product can be added to existing pillars, fences, interior fireplaces and some exterior walls, says Jamie Keehan […]
Getting Trolleyed
The glamourous but practical vintage drinks trolley is reliving its heyday. The first trolleys were wheeled into Victorian dining rooms for ‘tea total’ refreshments. Then along came the prohibition era, and out came the art deco bar-on-wheels with circular chrome sides and shiny Formica tops. Lightweight drinks trollies were all […]
Bespoke furniture with style: Furniture Dimensions
Furniture Dimensions is the place where your design ideas can become a reality. For the past 15 years, the Sydenham workshop and studio has been creating contemporary, custom-made, quality furniture to fit perfectly in your home. In fact, owner and craftsman, Rob Carter is used to regular clients turning up […]
Peachy Keen
Peach is offering a fresh new take on the seasonal shades of autumn this year, as we eschew the traditional tarnished tones of autumnal gold that make their way into the home to mark the changing of the season. We’re certainly not complaining with this dramatic palette heating things up […]
The perfect position: Armstrong Interiors
Multi award-winning interior design firm Armstrong Interiors has moved into Merivale where you can now find the company’s sassy new work room at 27 Papanui Road. Armstrong Interiors prides itself on offering the latest interior trends and the new office is full of gorgeous samples for you to see and […]
Vintage florals are blooming
Vintage florals are adding life and colour to our spaces – and we can’t get enough of their blooming beauty. Nature doesn’t get it wrong. The colour-consulting design work has already been done, in a bunch of flowers. For a dash of yesteryear culture, perhaps include famous vintage floral patterns […]
