Pets at work
As a pet owner, the over-excited, tail-wagging, ‘welcome home’ is one of life’s greatest joys. How good would it be if you never had to say goodbye in the first place? More and more companies have been adopting a ‘pet policy’ in workplaces, and the benefits are proving worthwhile. A few of the […]
Pet safety for summer
Keeping your pet safe is always the number one priority, but in summer there are a few different dangers to keep front of mind. Poisonous animals Your pet eating poisonous creatures such as jellyfish, blue bottles and sea slugs is more likely during summer when spending more time at the beach. If you […]
Dog-friendly trails
Spending time in the great outdoors with your precious pooch is one of the very best things about being a dog owner. Canterbury is full of wide-open spaces for weekend adventures together – check out a few of these dog-friendly trails. Pinchgut Hut Wind through the valleys along the Onuku river and you’ll […]
Landscapes of distinction
A Christchurch company behind a beautiful and sustainable Lake Wakatipu landscape project won the Supreme Landscaper of the Year award, and several others also won accolades in the recent 2022 Landscapes of Distinction Awards. Held by Registered Master Landscapers, the awards attracted 132 project entries from around the country, representing the top echelon […]
Keeping it natural: Natural Habitats
With a history spanning 45 years, Natural Habitats has carved out a reputation for creating and maintaining award winning landscapes, green walls and green roofs from Whangarei all the way down to Invercargill. At last month’s Landscapes of Distinction Awards 2022, the company received the most awards (21) across all categories, including construction, […]
People’s choice winner
The Landscapes of Distinction ‘People’s Choice’ Award for 2022 went to Christchurch company Onlandscapes, for its work on an incredible residential project on Rugby Street in the Garden City. More than 5000 people voted for the People’s Choice Awards, which were open nationwide to the public to vote. Designed for empty nesters, Rugby […]
Digging it
Spring and summer are boom times in the garden, for blooms, berries and beets. Many people find digging, planting, and even weeding a relaxing hobby, and the good news is that it can also put food on the table. Nothing beats wandering the vegetable patch and creating a fresh salad from what’s on […]
Spring refresh
A good refresh of your space is all that’s needed to fall back in love with your home after a winter cooped up inside. Here are a few simple ideas on how to refresh your home, and let spring in. De-clutter and organise Have a good look at each room in the house […]
Brightening up your garden
Hot colours, such as bold reds, yellows, oranges and bright pinks, grab the eye and make a garden pop. Designers often use masses of hot colours to make a big garden feel more intimate, although many gardeners plant them simply for their stand-out hues. During the spring months, red, orange and yellow flowers […]
Forecast Hamptons Living Room: RESENE
Light, bright and whitewashed with a sophisticated yet beachy vibe that is effortless and calming. Hamptons style interiors are an Americanised version of French interior design styles such as Baroque, Rococo and Empire. The look is inspired by the architecture and decorating of holiday homes in the luxury seaside communities that hug the […]
