Louvres to love: Stratco
Let’s face it, we Kiwis love our indoor/outdoor flow. Whether morning, noon or night, if we can rest up and relax with a book, or chill with friends in the privacy of our own lovely green space, we feel pretty content. But the best way to appreciate our outdoor havens […]
Back to Black
Black has long evoked a sense of luxury, indulgence and dramatic sophistication, and it never goes out of style. Throughout the year we’ve seen interior designers opting for bold, dark and sultry, welcoming all shades of ebony from the kitchen to the bedroom. Now black is stealing the spotlight from the traditional […]
Meeting your framing needs: Framemakers
With that crazy time of year approaching fast, now is the time to think about getting those artworks framed or that photograph printed onto canvas or fine art paper. For a special Christmas gift, make Framemakers in Woodend your one-stop shop. Owners Lynn and Graham pride themselves on taking the […]
Luxe Linen
Tough and durable yet soft to the touch, linen is a textile oxymoron and, despite being one of the oldest fabrics in the world, it’s making a stylish statement in the home as we look to the warmer weather that is just around the seasonal corner. When it comes to […]
Renovating with innovation: Innovate Renovate
“It’s the variety of the work that gives us so much satisfaction,” according to Ron and Adrian Bradley of Innovate Renovate, the renovation management specialists. “Not only that, but we often encounter some rather head-scratching problems that require innovative solutions. Over the years we have been involved in this work, […]
Architectural forum attracts positive response: Allfrey + South Architects
Allfrey + South Architects’ initiative ArchiChat is resonating strongly with people who share their passion for design and the architectural process. As Architect Craig South reports, the latest two-way forum sparked constructive discussion on how people like to live and holiday. Having launched our ArchiChat Group earlier this year, it […]
A Home with Hygge: Fleetwood Construction
If the Danish term ‘hygge’ is defined as a quality of cosiness and comfortable conviviality that engenders a feeling of contentment or wellbeing, this Gold Award-winning home built by Fleetwood Construction has it, well, in bucketloads. The home – a happy collaboration between the homeowners, Matt Gutsell of Sheppard and […]
Very Velvet
In 2019 we’re crushing on the lush fabric of velvet: this versatile fabric induces sumptuousness, warmth and elegance, and lends itself well to both minimalist and maximalist interiors. So how do we incorporate this beloved fabric into our home? A simplistic style sofa in a rich colour is that luxury […]
Carefully curated collection
The clothing, gifts and homewares at Dalethorpe House are contemporary yet enduring, with a focus on integrity and craftsmanship. “We wish to enrich the lives of our customers, choosing quality over quantity,” says new owner Rachel Ferguson, who took over Darfield Gift Gallery last month. Located in rural Canterbury, the […]
Serious decorating punch: Armstrong Interiors
When it comes to the home, accessories have the power to make or break your space. We sought the inside scoop from award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong from Armstrong Interiors about how to use accessories to pack some serious decorating punch. What are your top tips for picking accessories […]
