A treasure trove: Dusty Old Things
Dusty Old Things is a treasure hunters’ delight where almost all of the stock is pre-loved. Curated to complement the vintage are new items such as the realistic artificial flowers to brighten your home on wintry days. “These are on special,” says store owner Glenis Parker, “spend $20 on flowers […]
Creating classy custom joinery: Timber Tru
Give Tony van der Plas and his team at Timber Tru a length of timber – or any board for that matter – and watch the joinery magic happen. They can transform the materials into bespoke, made to order kitchens, storage spaces, windows, doors and wardrobes – whatever their clients require. […]
A touch of winter luxury: Dreamwool Beds
With wintry weather sweeping through New Zealand and most travel on hold for a while longer, many of us are seeking out the creature comforts of home. There’s no better way to spend the long winter nights than in the incomparable warmth and luxury of a Dreamwool bed. Filled with generous […]
A little more luxury
A bathroom can be a sanctuary in the home. The place you start and end your days, relaxing in the bath, performing beauty rituals, and winding down. Having a beautiful space makes these moments so much more enjoyable. Renovating a bathroom is no small task, and a full reno can be […]
More NKBA winners
Canterbury designer Angelique Armstrong of Armstrong Interiors won two NKBA 2021 awards. The first was the Spatial Innovation Design – Commercial award for an inspiring showroom with a difference, the ‘Neff Market Kitchen’. Judges noted the space had a wonderful rustic vibe while also balancing a warm and inviting refinement. […]
Girl, put your records on
Despite music streaming services being the norm, vinyl records have a hardy and increasing fanbase. Metropol’s gadget guru Ian Knott checks out a turntable that will be a talking point in any living room. Nothing beats the tactility of pulling a vinyl record out of its sleeve and holding it […]
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