Small spaces
Tight on space but big on style? Whether you’re squeezing into a studio, rocking a tiny home, making the most of a modest nook, or maximising a cosy apartment, smart design choices – from furniture that moonlights as storage to optical illusions that fool the eye – can transform even the tightest areas. […]
Best bed for hot sleepers: Dreamwool Beds
Sleep cooler with all-natural, breathable materials. As hot sleepers seek new ways to increase their comfort and quality of rest, some bed manufacturers are responding with a range of technologies and synthetic materials designed to lower the temperature of your sleeping environment. This is often done by adding a top layer of gel […]
Catch that dachshund!
A trend is emerging – it seems impossible to step inside one of Canterbury’s home and living stores without a dashingly long sausage dog in your sights. Are you ready to let the dachshund dominate your homewares? 1. Large Favourite Thing Dachshund mug, Robert Gordon. 2. Le Chien Dachshund mug, Adairs. 3. Looooong […]
Sweet dreams
Promote your bedscape from boring to beautiful, and fall asleep in luxury each time your head hits the pillow. It’s what’s on the inside that counts for a supportive sleep – but no one said the exterior couldn’t exhibit the ultimate opulence. Research finds that finishing the day in a beautiful bed can […]
Designs that inspire: Perfect Patterns
Transform your house into a home with personalised design guidance from an experienced wall stylist. Some people have a great eye for interiors. That’s why getting expert help can save a fortune in time, money, and renovator’s remorse when you’re updating your home, says Janis McDonald of Perfect Patterns. Formerly of Hubbers Furnishings, […]
Couch envy
A couch is one of the biggest interior investments we’ll make in a lifetime – and it’s an investment in a different kind of living. On a couch we gather, lounge, nap, de-stress, read, watch, knit – it’s our happy place for better or worse, and winter only dials up the time we […]
Lounge around
Is there a time and place to be unapologetically lazy? Don’t judge a couch by its cover. A striking pattern, bold colour or chic neutral exterior might be your ultimate in aesthetics – but put your future self first and consider how it will perform at home. When you do grant yourself time […]
Sanctuary at home
Create your own calm at home with spaces that speak to serenity. Understated neutrals complement more striking colours of nature – both can join your décor as objects you actually reach for – like a teapot or hot water bottle cover. Curated by Nina Tucker.
Music to your ears: Soundline Audio
Music is powerful – touching our hearts and minds and evoking emotions. Your favourite artist or ballad heard crisp and clear is a feeling hard to beat. High-performance speakers, however, can be bulky and obtrusive in a sleek residential environment. The solution? Sonance Invisible speakers series from Soundline Audio. Seamlessly integrating into plaster […]
Blooming lovely: Silk Flowers
Brighten your home with beautiful silk flowers. Looking to add a splash of colour and cheer to your home all year round? Silk flowers are a stunning, low-maintenance complement to real plants and blooms. Unlike fresh flowers, silk arrangements don’t wilt, require no watering, and remain vibrant no matter the season. They’re ideal […]
