Old style charm and barbering: Pride Barbers
We don’t hear as much as we should about pampering for men, but it’s deserved, it’s here, and it should be part of your routine. The traditional barber’s shop was always more than a stopover for a tidy-up. It was a centre of friendship and news, personal service and relaxation, and that’s exactly […]
Dressed to impress: RESENE
Dark sea greens and pale blues come together in a dressing room you’ll never want to leave. We all dream of a closet to rival Carrie Bradshaw’s, and whilst the fashion icon’s actual wardrobe (clothes, that is) will probably only remain in our dreams, we can attempt to channel her inner fashionista when […]
Made to fit your space: McDonald and Hartshorne
Rooms come in all shapes and sizes, and so too do lounge suites and sofas. No one size fits all and sometimes it’s a hard task finding the perfect look and fit. Worry no more. You can have a suite, sofa or chair made-to-measure to fit your exact space, thanks to the experts […]
A sculptural sanctuary: The Rusty Acre
Meandering through any garden is food for the soul. Add a touch of whimsy, a picnic on a fine day, some amazing metal sculptures and it’s a veritable feast. That’s The Rusty Acre’s forte. Just 25 minutes north of Christchurch in Mandeville, sculptor Allan O’Loughlin, and his partner, Andrea Wadsworth, have created an […]
Outdoor art gallery
Art lovers often extend their collections from inside to outside, with gorgeous one-off sculptures the leading choice. Metal, wooden and stone garden ornaments, fountains and sculptures stand proud and tall in gardens large and small. As with all art, when buying you should choose pieces that speak to you, that resonate or add […]
French focus
“Vive la France!” and all things French, to wine, food, fashion and absolutely furniture of French origin. Take any room in the house and dress it with an exquisite Baroque style Louis XV desk, or a reproduction Louis gilded mirror, and it is no longer just a room; it becomes an arresting and […]
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