Stone age

Print this story Stone in the home is a design trend that just won’t quit. Inside and out, the natural material projects character, opulence and moodiness which is starting to go beyond benchtops and bathroom tiling.     Interior experts are predicting stone – and stone-look – to be big in home design this year, […]

From the Editor: 01 April

Print this story There is no denying our homes have taken on new meaning in the last 13 months. While always places of sanctuary and shelter, we had no choice but to reassess our relationships with these habitats while being contained inside them during alert level 4 lockdown.     In the months that followed, […]

Casual cool

Print this story Yep, it’s getting cooler out there. And there is nothing cooler than chic, comfortable wintry wardrobe layers. Here are Metropol’s picks of on-trend items ideal for him and her this autumn, winter and beyond.     Shirt jackets, light toned pants and chunky Chelsea boots are this winter’s casual uniform. All from […]

Bringing history to life

Print this story New renders show an architectural and vibrant community hub, as the proposed $9.9million Te Ūaka The Lyttelton Museum launches its rebuild campaign. The Canterbury earthquakes saw its previous home demolished and collections rescued.       Warren & Mahoney has worked closely with the museum and Ngāti Wheke to realise a community […]

A kelping hand

Print this storyThe age-old wisdom of eating your vegetables is showing no sign of subsiding, but what appears to be trending is the advice to also eat your sea vegetables. Enter – kelp. A superfood seaweed those in the know are predicting to be a standout ingredient in western cuisine this year.     TRADITIONAL […]

Choc-tail masterclass

Print this story While the Easter holiday means different things to everyone, there’s no doubt the long weekend as we know it is about indulging with loved ones. So, Metropol has gone on an Easter egg hunt for the chocolatey cocktails to try this long weekend.     SHOOT THE EGG, NOT THE BUNNY The […]