Keeping interiors on trend: Anna Margaret Interiors
Lasting style or passing fad? How to keep your home on trend without regretting it in five years. Like them or not, trends are a way of life. In architecture and interiors, trends help keep design aesthetic fresh and interesting but trends change, some faster than others. New Zealand trends are influenced by […]
Gifts fabuleux: French Blue
A unique suburban boutique gift store and café that exudes style and atmosphere. Now in its 24th year, French Blue is a Christchurch icon of style that has continued to showcase carefully selected giftware from Europe and beyond. From exquisite tableware, linen, cushions, hand-milled soaps and candles, wool rugs and throws, ceramics, bags, […]
Firing up for winter
As winter moves inexorably closer, thoughts turn to warming up rooms, homes, and bodies, and it is hard to go past the ambience of a roaring fire. By Lynda Papesch. That said, not all fireplaces are created equal. The hardest decision may be which type of burner to opt for, or do you […]
Comfort for life on the go: Kakapo Linen
For many, exploring New Zealand’s stunning scenery means hitting the road in a caravan, motorhome or boat. The joy of adventure can sometimes be dampened by ill-fitting bedding. With no standard sizing for caravan mattresses – some being wider, shorter, or oddly shaped – traditional linen often leaves excess fabric, wasting valuable space. […]
Mono tones
Contemporary and classic allure combine within monochromatic interiors. By Nina Tucker. Striking yet simple, black and white tones have long been heralded in living room and bathroom colour palettes and labelled a monochrome palette. Although enduring, interior designers are growing increasingly open to stretching their use of such colour families, fusing soft neutrals […]
Embrace coastal Hamptons living: OneWorld
Fans of Hamptons style are in for a treat. Christchurch’s coastal living specialists, Heather and David of home and living haven OneWorld have just received another shipment of their beautiful Hamptons inspired sofas. The foundation of Hamptons style is a soft, neutral colour scheme. Think whites, creams, soft greys and muted blues, all […]
Add an Arch
BY ALICIA CARR Arches, in their many forms, are both an aesthetic and functional aspect of home design. Arches are known for being more structurally sound, yet also provide an element of softness and a point of interest that many are drawn to. However, they are not a new trend. Curved architecture has […]
French country dining: RESENE
Create a state of nature in your home and bring the outside in with this classic French country design. The classic French country style is a mix of rustic and refined décor that is inspired by the homes of the French countryside. Also known as Provincial style – which is often a more […]
RESENE: Your outdoor sanctuary
Kiwis love the outdoors, especially during the warmer months when the sun is out, the barbeques are sizzling and we can sit back with family and friends to enjoy a cool, refreshing drink. If you’re fortunate to have your own outdoor area, treat it as an extension of your internal living space. Big […]
Making an entrance
Creating a brilliant first impression in your home often starts with your entrance hall or passage. One of the smallest rooms (maybe) in many homes, it is key to setting the tone for the rest of the home. How you decide on a theme is individual. It may centre around a favourite painting, […]
