Design defying gravity
One of the coolest bathroom trends of 2020 is floating vanities. Ideal for smaller bathrooms, they can create an illusion of size and space. Double floating vanities are a practical way to free up floor area. Because of their clean, minimalistic look, you can update and transform your space without compromising […]
The story of an icon
Christchurch’s proud tradition of exceptional public architecture is evident in one of the city’s favourite buildings – the Christchurch Town Hall. Playing prestigious host to numerous celebrations, concerts and civic events over the years, the building once described as the city’s ‘public living room’ reopened triumphantly in 2019 after a […]
Make your home smarter
New Zealand made smart home system, ECONX, is an easy-to-use app from an innovative Kiwi success story, according to happy local customers. Providing reliable security and automation in a simple, affordable and convenient manner directly from your phone, ECONX connects everything from security, doors, heating and lighting, so you can […]
Fabulous Finishing
Understanding colour, having good taste, and knowing how to select individual elements to create a beautiful and inviting whole is not something that can be taught. It comes from the heart, it is innate and, combined with attention to detail plus a natural empathy with clients, it leads to an interior design […]
Resolve to Read
The latest studies suggest that New Zealand adult and children’s reading levels are lower on an international level than ever before. The solution? Experts say we simply need to read more. The stresses of the holidays have passed and we can celebrate a New Year with the personal resolutions to […]
Book-tacular 2020
With the Christmas hurly-burly done and dusted, Piccadilly Bookshop’s Neville Templeton takes time out to share a bit about what’s up for 2020. What’s your New Year looking like so far, Neville? Both staff and customers are enjoying the oasis of calm post-Christmas, but we’re still busy finding books for our […]
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