Perfecting periwinkle
Pantone’s colour for 2022 is ‘VeryPeri, a combination of blue and reddish violet, named after the periwinkle flower. Purple is a word that springs to mind, but it’s more of a blue-violet hue which can look amazing when used to brighten an interior. As a colour it works superbly with white, and also […]
The sound of silence
True noise cancellation can weirdly center you in the moment, and remove you from it simultaneously. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott experiences Sony’s latest headphones. There are many models of headphones on the market that have ‘noise reduction’, which relies mainly on the seal of the padding around the ears, some more successful […]
Classy, unique lifestyle treasures: Lala Lifestyle
The buzz on Christchurch’s Victoria Street is getting a bit louder with a new international design boutique making its mark at this high-profile location in the heart of the city. Making the trendy street its new home later this month is Lala Lifestyle. The creative genius and curator behind the brand is Monique […]
Bringing the outside in
A more natural look has become increasingly popular in interior design and doesn’t look like it’s slowing down anytime soon. Rattan and bamboo furniture, stone and timber surfaces and accents, and materials sourced from nature are available across the range of high end and more affordable interior design stores. To introduce more natural […]
Wonderfully woven: WovenVeranda
Often the final touch to tie together a carefully designed home, selecting your indoor and outdoor furniture is a big decision that considers a few factors. A brand-new space or an upgrade from old and weathered items, investing in good quality furniture is something your future self will thank you for. Designed to […]
Blooming beauties: Bloomscape
Known to be a mood booster and improver of air quality, houseplants are a gentle source of well-being for your home or office. Choose wisely, though. Consider how much time and effort that you want to invest in helping them thrive, not just survive. Bloomscape in Kaiapoi will advise you on what’s best […]
Your ideal agent: Karen Glassey
Buying or selling property is a stressful business. The marketing and negotiating process can be an anxious time for vendors, which is why expert guidance from an agent is crucial. Paramount to a successful buy or sell is to find an agent prepared to walk beside you every step of the way and […]
Beautiful baches
From beachside cottages handed down through generations to cosy caravans, custom built hideaways and fold-out designer container homes, baches are part of the Kiwi psyche. Long weekends, holidays and overnight breaks are all excuses to up sticks and head for a bach. Usually located by the sea, river, lake or forest, baches are […]
Adding bling to your bach
For many, bach living is back to basics and the yearly relaxation exodus that allows us all to disconnect in order to reconnect. There is nothing basic however about the line-up of the new essentials we’ve selected, a mix of old world meets new, to jazz up your bach. No matter how easy […]
Hobby craft room: RESENE
Having room to spare isn’t a common problem. If you’re lucky enough to have a bonus room in your home, consider yourself lucky. Whether you need a relaxing spot to practise yoga or an organised area for your DIY supplies, chances are you don’t actually need four walls surrounding you to get the […]
