Making music together: The Real Music Company
Music is an integral part of our lives. As Plato once said: “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything.” Connecting with music comes in numerous guises.Dancing, relaxing, listening, composing and singing all bring music into our lives and there to help […]
Clearing the air
In these mask-wearing times, the quality of the air we breathe seems all the more important. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott takes a look at how Dyson plans to ‘clear the air’ in your home. Having spent a few weeks with the Dyson Purifier Hot+Cool Formaldehyde, my natural cynicism has turned to sheer […]
Think big
Trees are nature’s eye candy, and there’s nothing like mature trees to add impact in a garden. Even if you’re building new and starting your landscaping from scratch, there’s no reason why it shouldn’t include a few mature specimens to make it look more established. They’re big, elegant, and beautiful and they bring […]
It really is black and white
Black and white is a classic colour combination that stands the test of time and for good reason. Both are strong neutrals (to which colour can be added if desired), and work well with a huge variety of different textures and interior design styles. From the bedroom to the bathroom, the kitchen to […]
Sustainable gardening
Gardening sustainably just makes sense in this fragile world of climate change and environmental damage. Actually doing it in your own backyard does take a little effort, but more and more New Zealand gardeners are finding that every step is worth it to create a garden that not only looks after your plants […]
Make your home feel bigger
Following a few simple interior design rules can help you make your home feel larger, more spacious as well as look good. Here are some tips from Metropol. Use round pieces Using rounded edges makes your room seem less grid-like, and fools the eye into the illusion of a bigger, more dynamic space. […]
Time for a spring upgrade: Maxwell Plumbing
Spring cleaning can mean many different things. For some people, it really is as simple as cleaning surfaces in a house or garage that has been neglected for months. For other people, the word ‘spring’ signals something new. Perhaps that something new might be the renewal of a tired-looking bathroom, laundry, or kitchen. […]
Natural Healing: Resene
For most people, your bedroom is your sanctuary – the place where you begin and end each day, and where you retreat to recharge your batteries. It’s also a space that demands special care be taken when decorating and selecting a colour palette. The hues you choose to surround yourself with have been […]
Imagine your home improvements
Albert Einstein once said: “Imagination is everything. It is the preview of life’s coming attractions.” Add a bit of inspiration to the mix and that’s exactly what you get when you visit a home show, albeit a preview of a home’s potential attractions. Canterbury is lucky to have two home shows annually, including […]
Heaven scent
Having a signature scent for your home doesn’t need to mean burning candles for hours. Oil diffusers are a popular option for creating a beautiful smelling space, and calming environment. The beauty of oil diffusers is the variety of scents to choose from. For some diffusers, you can take your pick of essential […]
