Pick a pet
Cats are New Zealand’s most popular pets – 44 percent of homes have at least one, while just over a quarter of Kiwis (28 percent) have dogs. That’s around 1.1 million cats and 700,000 dogs all up. That said, there’s a wide variety of all types of pets that contribute to the happiness […]
Taking care of your biggest asset – your home: Build Right Homes
You’ve heard it all before – your home is the biggest and most significant investment you’re likely to make in your lifetime. With that in mind, it’s easy to see why we crave the comforts of a beautiful, cosy, and well-designed property. The chances are, however, that you’re not going to move into […]
A cosy winter refresh
For many of us, the bedroom is an oasis. When the seasons change, it is a nice time to refresh and transform your space to suit the change in temperature and mood. For winter, adding extra layers of cosiness in the bedroom makes those chilly nights that much easier. Here are a few […]
Where’s your Mauri Tau?
Few resources and a need for whānau connection led to a new learning book, Kei whea a Mauri Tau – Where is Mauri Tau. The book was created to help children recognise, describe and manage emotions such as anxiety, worry, anger, hurt and feelings of missing loved ones. Dr Waikaremoana Waitoki, a clinical […]
Gadgety goodness
A comfortable fit These Sony LinkBuds don’t exactly look comfortable, but they are by far the most comfortable earbuds I’ve used. Rather than poke into your ear canal, they instead sit in the outer conforms of your ear, and if you take a picture of your ear and upload it to the app, […]
Touch your inner creativity: Art Metro
Creativity needs time, space and encouragement. What creativity doesn’t need is judgement or grading, set expectations and prescribed curricula. Kindergarten memories of experiments with paints, clay, and playdough are intrinsic to most of us, but somewhere along the line expressing ourselves in the visual arts dropped out of the picture, so to speak. […]
The finest of furniture: McDonald and Hartshorne
Our furniture says a lot about who we are; the furniture we choose for our homes reflects the styles we love, our favourite designs and fabrics, as well as the eras of history that we most admire. The secret to sourcing high-end, quality furniture, as opposed to cheap, imported furniture, is to begin […]
Dream bathroom becomes reality: The Bathroom Fitout Company
Renovating your home is an exciting process, but can often feel overwhelming. That’s why having an expert team onboard to guide you throughout the journey is the best option. “When Annie spoke to us about renovating their home, it was her dream to transform and upgrade her bathrooms into the classic country style […]
Industrial chic: RESENE
Industrial interiors are often associated with lofty apartments and gentrified factory buildings that have been repurposed and converted into urban dwellings. Elements of this trendy interior style can be made to work in nearly any type of home. Plus, you don’t have to go for a full-on industrial look to still be able […]
Add a little light
One of the best ways to transform your interior spaces is with lighting. Light and shade can make a room feel comfortable but also dramatic and atmospheric. When used correctly, it can help highlight artwork on a wall, make a room look and feel bigger, or simply add a warm, gentle glow instead […]
