Lake of luxury
The days are getting shorter, and the temperature is getting cooler … but for The Lake House that is not a problem. The solution? A handful of heating options and a bunch of blankets. Boats are always on the lake, says owner Vanetia Bingham. And the sunsets are particularly beautiful […]
Delicious comfort cuisine: Quality Hotel Elms
Autumn means it’s time to cosy-up at Fig restaurant at Quality Hotel Elms and enjoy its brand-new dinner menu. Food and beverage services manager Ravi Naidu says, “We aim to keep our menu international bistro-style, so you’ll see Asian-inspired dishes, pasta and that timeless crowd-pleaser – classic steaks.” Of course, […]
Making Canterbury sparkle: Melton Estate
It’s time to raise your glass because “Meltonia” méthode traditionnelle sparkling wine is here! The 2017 vintage sparkling wine was created using entirely estate-grown grapes from West Melton. The classic French technique ‘méthode traditionnelle’ (traditional method) is a proven process for producing quality sparkling wine. While the fermentation in the […]
Setting the bar high: RESENE
An intimate corner with an elegant bar cart and a cosy, layered blue setting makes for the perfect sophisticated spot. What is better than entertaining with a tipple from your own home bar? To make your space elegant and sophisticated, layer tonal blues and incorporate metallic accents. FURNISHINGS: Bar cart […]
Add rustic browns for calming warmth
Tobacco brown is the perfect colour to incorporate into your home all year round. The natural essence of this colour will create a dark Scandi vibe during summer and bring the outdoors inside during autumn and winter. This colour can be calming yet will make a statement in any interior space. Here […]
Award-winning rooftop garden
A Christchurch rooftop garden that is small on size but big on innovation won gold at the Registered Master Landscaper awards recently. Natural Habitats installed the roof using an eco-pillow system. Weight is a natural concern when installing a green roof but the eco pillow system is lightweight, requiring no extra structural […]
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