Say it with stripes

Stripes are not everyone’s favourite interior decorating trend yet when used judiciously they can create impact, an illusion of space and add colour to any room in a home. For example vertical stripes make ceilings look higher, while horizontal ones make rooms appear wider. When decorating with stripes, it is all about the […]

Home revamp: Murray Hewitt Joinery

Bespoke joinery and beautiful timber is a modern marriage – a solid investment. Murray Hewitt Joinery has home-revamp projects nailed. “We’re essentially a one-stop shop. With skills in all areas, we can incorporate themes and timbers throughout,” says director Murray Hewitt. He says with kitchens, for example, new windows complement an upgrade. New […]

Care for your trees: The Tree People

Trees represent life, growth, peace and nature. They provide us with many benefits including clean air, shade and food. So it is only right that when it comes to caring for the trees on your property you engage the services of qualified arborists. Based in Christchurch, The Tree People was founded in 2004 […]

Minimalist Dreams: RESENE

A perennial fixture in the upper echelons of the annual Resene Top 20 list, Resene Black White has long been a beloved hue among designers and homeowners alike. The chalky and soft calcite grey-white gets its descriptive name from the slight hint of black that’s present in its tinter. The result is a […]

Clear the air: Beattie Air

The truth is a poorly heated or ventilated living or working space is not good for the physical wellbeing of those occupying that space. To function at our optimum, we all need access to quality air conditioning and ventilation; not only does it protect health and wellbeing levels, it makes practical economic sense. […]

Embracing Japandi style

Kiwis love trying new trends such as Japandi style, which blends the smooth, modern lines of Scandinavian design with the sleek, functional, elegance of the Japanese aesthetic. Minimalist yet welcoming, Japandi is all about using neutral tones, lots of textures and natural materials. Influenced by the ancient Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi (a way […]