Making homes healthier

In the only national study of its kind for 20 years, nine out of 10 Kiwis consider their home to be a “healthy” place to live, although many still experience cold, damp, condensation, and mould, and wish their home was warmer. The BRANZ study is collecting data from over 750 households across New […]

Sweet tooth

Food is getting sweeter, and New Zealander’s are becoming more aware of their sugar intake. Luckily, if there is any time to write off the guilt and extra calories, it is the silly season. What we can do though, is manage our portions by utilising gorgeous-looking bite-sized treats. Hosting, visiting, and every catch-up […]

Fuel for adventure: Real Meals

Internationally renowned Kiwi adventure racer Nathan Fa’avae is redefining the freeze-dried meal market with a focus on chef-made quality. After an illustrious career in the adventure racing arena, Nathan Fa’avae set out to improve the standard of freeze-dried meals, and the result is nothing short of exceptional. His Real Meals are crafted with […]

Relax, unwind, and enjoy the holiday season

Voltaire once wrote: “I’ve decided to be happy because it is good for my health.” The French writer and philosopher is long gone, yet his sentiments have echoed down through the ages, arguably as relevant today as they were in the 1700s. The holiday season has arrived, and for many it’s a well-earned […]

Classy, contemporary, and secure: NH Windows & Doors

Doors and windows play a vital role in having a healthy home, so it’s important to make the right choices when building new, or retrofitting. Good looks are important too, with the design and style of both doors and windows adding to a building’s ambience and aesthetic, inside and out. Double glazing is […]

Low-energy and easy to love: Team Green Architects

Homes built before 2023 are often three times less energy efficient than homes built after 2023. Those built before 2007 are even worse, at four times less efficient. Great news though, solutions exist beyond purchasing a brand-new build. Retrofitting and refurbishing to improve the quality of your home is an affordable and practical […]