Eastern influences

Man with a plan: Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger

Summer might be winding down, but we’re gearing up for a big year ahead. We’ve just adopted the draft Annual Plan, which you’ll be able to give your feedback on. It sets out what the Council intends to do over the next 12 months, and how we will pay for it. These decisions […]

Wall styling: Perfect Patterns

Harness the timeless style of wallpaper to transform your home and express your personality. “Many people love the idea of wallpaper but just don’t know where to start. That’s the problem I’m here to fix,” says wall stylist Janis McDonald and founder of Perfect Patterns. Formerly of Hubbers Furnishings and with more than […]

Investing in the next generation

For youth development organisation the Y Central South Island, the fate of tomorrow lies in the tamariki and rangatahi of today. Their January expansion into their new building in Ōtautahi marks the success of their support services – success they’ve seen in young adults across Ōamaru, Twizel, Timaru and Ashburton for years. “A […]

Take the reins

The Year of the Horse is bold, a show pony, if you will. Stallion style at home can be just as striking, with a few chic pieces or classic equestrian notes to speak for your trend-setting self.    

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A culinary hotspot: get yourself to Coco Espresso and find out why everyone is raving about it

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Vintage Vibes

Vintage vibes: get the look in your home

There’s something deliciously authentic about 20, 30 and 40 year old homewares with their ability to bring a well-loved homeliness and cosy warmth to a space. The prevailing popularity of the vintage vibe has seen it become an enduring style staple with a quality that transcends time. And, with the cyclical nature of […]

Metallic Homewares

A metallic moment: make your home shine with the trend that keeps on giving

Metallics have been having their ‘moment’ in the homewares spotlight for the longest time now, with their prevailing popularity suggesting they won’t be leaving any time soon. Which is rather an exciting prospect, when it comes to our inner-magpies. Long gone are the days when the fixtures in our houses – taps, handles, […]