Embrace coastal Hamptons living: OneWorld
Fans of Hamptons style are in for a treat. Christchurch’s coastal living specialists, Heather and David of home and living haven OneWorld have just received another shipment of their beautiful Hamptons inspired sofas. The foundation of Hamptons style is a soft, neutral colour scheme. Think whites, creams, soft greys and muted blues, all […]
Get cross with it
Cross-laminated timber (CLT) has emerged as a popular material of choice for residential and commercial buildings throughout New Zealand, in line with European and American trends. Originally developed in Europe in the 1990s, CLT is a wood product made of several layers of structural grade lumber that are arranged crosswise and glued together. […]
Gorgeous gowns: Wilkins Bridal
Today’s brides want their wedding gowns to be magical, memorable, and to represent who they are, and what is important to them. While one bride might want lots of detail, with lace and sequins, another will opt for a dress that is pared down and simple. Wilkins Bridal delivers every bride the […]
Styling Easter
Transform a simple Easter get-together with a well-decorated and personalised tablescape. Elegant and refined or whimsical and cute, adding themed décor to table settings greatly enhances the dining experience. Festive ambience comes easy and the backdrop to each photo looks beautiful. Be creative, using it as a way to incorporate personal expression and […]
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Fair’s Fair: Markets and fairs
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