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 […]

Keeping up appearances

One of the keys to always having a tidy-looking room is plenty of storage. From clean clothes to dirty, make-up to jewellery, or shoes to lingerie, there are gorgeous storage options available that will blend in seamlessly with décor or, if you wish, make a real statement. Not everyone has a walk-in closet […]

Cocktail DIY

Throwing a cocktail party at home is easier than you can imagine. Sort out a few recipes, a few key tools and ingredients, plus a group of friends and you’re set to go. Stock up on ice, fruit for garnishes, fruit juices to add and a few spices also. Here is Metropol’s guide […]

Experts in events: Multi Events

If you are looking for a company to manage your event from start to finish, or to simply take charge of one or more aspects, Multi Events Ltd can cater to any client’s requests. Multi Events is the team behind the popular Long Lunch. Created to showcase the rich variety of restaurants and […]