Concreting Christchurch: ConCreate Ltd
While some fled the post earthquake fear and destruction, others rushed back to Christchurch, keen to use their skills to put our broken city back together. Especially valuable were those who went in at ground level, laying foundations, repairing accessways, and fashioning strength where there was weakness. One such contributor is Marley Hyslop. […]
Curate your Christmas
Christmas is a magical time for most Kiwis, unfortunately, it is also the cause of monumental wastage. According to consumer.org.nz, approximately 50,000 tonnes of waste is predicted to flood New Zealand landfills after Christmas week, close to the weight of the long-doomed Titanic. One way to reduce your Christmas wastage is to opt […]
Earthy toned patio: Resene
With more reasons to stay at home than ever before, there’s a big draw in turning your home into the kind of place where you can both relax and socialise. One of the spaces where you’re going to want to accomplish each of those goals is your outdoor patio area. Whether your patio […]
Loving gifts: Packaged with Love
Many of us grew up with the saying “it is better to give than receive” ringing in our ears. A s adults we discovered there is huge satisfaction to be had in giving a well thought out present to someone we care about. Yet, complications may arise, when we start to consider what […]
Getting a kitchen facelift: M.F. Turnbull Ltd
Why replace when you can reuse, recycle or restore? By simply resurfacing and re-spraying, these items can be brought right up to date or given a new lease of life. Making the old new again is the fundamental philosophy of Kitchen Renewal by M.F. Turnbull Ltd. This longstanding company has been the go-to […]
10 years of gifts: Coco Gifts
Coco Gifts recently celebrated its 10th birthday with a weekend-long party for customers. The boutique gift shop in Rutland Street, St Albans, is owned by Liz van Montfort, who bought the business in 2015. “It’s been quite the rollercoaster, with roading changes and cycleways, then lockdowns and the pandemic,” she says. “But through […]
Enjoy the outdoors
Adding a pergola or a gazebo (pictured above) to your property is a terrific way to make the most of the outdoors at home. If you’re organised, there is still time to add one before the festive season starts. As a permanent structure, both have multiple benefitss, will add value to your property, […]
No ordinary Christmas: The Vintro Room
Have yourself a very merry little Christmas this year and say goodbye to the totally predictable thanks to The Vintro Room’s eclectic mix of art, antiques, and collectables. With prices ranging from as little as $5 to more than $1000, it specialises in unique and hard to find pieces. “We keep our stock […]
Seamless Technology: Soundline Audio
Televisions moonlighting as digital art when turned off, an abundance of cord management options, and the latest wireless technology all help interior decorators maintain sleek, minimal home aesthetics. Gone are the days when displaying your quality technology was the craze. Today the best technology fits seamlessly into your life, or better yet invisibly. […]
Local Luxury: Bowron Sheepskins
As Christmas nears, the family barbecues, long lunches and celebratory dinners add extra desire to welcome your visitors to a gorgeous home. What better way to wow than with the epitome of luxury; sheepskin rugs, cushions and beanbags? Bowron Sheepskins adds elegance to any room in your home, their products providing an impressive […]
