Let it out: SparkleStay short-term rental property managers
Tired of managing your Airbnb? Owning a holiday home should be a source of income, not stress. The idea of making extra cash through platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, Bookabach, and Expedia, is a great idea in theory. In reality, it can bring a world of stress and pain. What if there was […]
Collector style
From sneakers to fine art, coins, Star Wars figures, or your cousin’s obsession with antique teaspoons… collections are addictive. How do you best display your beloved belongings? Whether it’s a series of adored ornamental oddities – from blue glass vases to anything cat-related – or the result of an addiction to buying hats, […]
Refresh a functioning kitchen: MF Turnbull
How much value can a refreshed kitchen add to a home on the market? Better yet – what difference could it make to your quality of living (and cooking)? We asked the team behind MF Turnbull, who have been recycling and revitalising the kitchens of Canterbury for over 35 years. One recent job […]
6 ways to bring your wedding day home
Integrate the energy of your wedding day into your home with these ideas for keeping the magic alive long after the day itself is done. You’ve dreamed about it for years. For many months, you’ve talked, planned and agonised ad nauseam over details like calligraphy fonts and sugared almonds. Then the big day […]
Big dad energy
This is for the ones who don’t get half as much recognition as they should – show dad your gratitude with something special.
A simple refresh
Before spring arrives, turn your neglected winter DIY into DI-Done. Set aside a weekend or two and let the three P’s show the way to a refreshed home and garden. 1. PAINT Inside and outside, paint peels and deteroriates with winter weather. Walk through your home and note any spots that could do […]
Louvres for outdoor living:
Louvre Solutions
Protecting your guests from the elements of all seasons means you can extend outdoor entertaining year-round. Your outdoor area shouldn’t need to go into hibernation in cold weather, says Craig Rogers of Louvre Solutions. Optimise your space with a louvre roof and enjoy entertaining even in unpredictable weather. His team is here to […]
Ben’s work a benchmark:
Trenzseater
Distinguished Christchurch interior designer Ben Lewis adds another three accolades to his long list of achievements on the world stage. His work for luxury furniture, furnishings and homeware store, TRENZSEATER, graces countless Canterbury homes, and now, for the ninth consecutive year, Ben Lewis receives significant recognition as a finalist in the International Design […]
Finished to perfection: Mitchell Decorators
Award-winning painters and decorators bring your vision to life. In a world where first impressions matter, Mitchell Decorators is redefining what it means to transform a space with paint and precision. Renowned for their attention to detail and commitment to quality, this award-winning Canterbury-based company has become a trusted name in both residential […]
Style. Comfort. Dad approved: The Flooring Warehouse
Give dad the space he deserves. Whether it’s the garage or home office, the perfect carpet can morph a man cave into his ultimate escape. Father’s Day is the perfect excuse to gift dad a hard-earned upgrade. If your house is home to a dedicated man cave, garage-turned-den, or home office hideaway, the […]
