Sitting pretty
Adding new counter or island seating in a kitchen is a great way to instantly update the look and feeling of your home. The choice today is vast, ranging from stools and barstools through to tall leg luxury dining chairs. Choosing the perfect one is not only about the aesthetic; it is so […]
A carpet worth 1000 words
The interior of Rolleston’s new award-winning library imparts an important story for all to see. Winner of a prestigious Public Architecture accolade at the recent Canterbury Architecture Awards, Te Ara Ātea celebrates the region’s rich heritage, diversity and unique landscape. Seven years in the making, the $22.7 million, 2200 square metre library is […]
Show-stopping design
For interior and architectural design lovers, it’s always an exciting time seeing the Trends International Design Awards (TIDA), and the 2022 awards were no exception. The 2022 TIDA Kitchen of the Year was awarded to Christchurch interior designer Davinia Sutton. The winning kitchen is described as both sophisticated and rustic, and perfectly matches […]
Give your baby the best: Baby Hub
Quality baby products are the most priceless investment. Your little ones should never be compromised when it comes to safety at home and in the car. With Rangiora’s new baby store, Baby Hub, the best baby brands are available at affordable prices. Valuing child safety, it offers free car seat installs by certified […]
Pulling the curtain
Curtains are a great way to decorate your space, as well as increase warmth and privacy. If you are looking to purchase new curtains, here are a few tips and tricks. Look and feel The curtains you choose will change the mood of the room that they go in. Ask yourself a few […]
Tonal marble mural living: RESENE
After two decades of cool greys and whites being the preferred neutrals, there has been a sharp shift. Today, it’s warmer taupes and greiges such as Resene Double Thorndon Cream, Resene Cougar and Resene Craigieburn that have skyrocketed in popularity as the base hues of choice for grounding colour schemes. And it’s understandable; […]
Sleep right, sleep tight: Dreamwool Beds
A good night’s sleep is vital for humans to function properly, and given most of us spend one third of our lives in bed, it is essential to invest in the very best. An average person sleeps for eight hours in a day. That means that on average they will sleep for 229,961 […]
Bathroom design and flair: Butterfield Bathrooms
Renovating a bathroom takes teamwork and know-how. While Kiwis are renowned for their DIY abilities, sometimes it pays to have experts on the job. Bathroom revamping is one area where specialist expertise will save time, money and stress. Leading the field in Christchurch, with more than 40 years’ experience in the business, is […]
Ahead of the curve
Curves bring a fresh and soft wavy feeling into the home, and interior trends are showing more and more use of these rounded features. From curved corners within walls and cabinets to curved backs of couches and chairs, arched cabinets, mirrors, and accessories, it’s all about curves in the interior world right now. […]
A case of canine cough
It’s definitely that time of year when coughs, colds, and flus become common. And unfortunately, for pets too. Canine cough, also known as kennel cough, can describe several bacterial or viral conditions causing a cough in dogs, much like a cold in humans. Usually a loud hacking cough, it can sound like something […]
