4 ways to maximalise
Maximalism is your gateway to ‘more is more’. Entirely expressive and impossible to replicate, this interior design practice is a unique way to inject your home with personality and amplify its intrigue. If you’re formally rejecting and renouncing the minimalist’s subdued aesthetic, here are four ways to make maximalism work. LAYER Embrace the […]
Latte to love: Café Comma
A delicious new chapter in Christchurch dining. Since opening its doors in September 2024, Café Comma has quickly become one of Christchurch’s must-visit destinations. Located at 287 Durham Street North, this vibrant café impresses with a seamless blend of stunning design, culinary flair, and warm hospitality. Open early six days a week, it’s […]
Bespoke & beautiful:
Dandelion and Clover
A thriving café at its core, this West Melton venue has evolved to host the milestones and memorable moments of its community thanks to an owner with a particularly big heart. Heralding from South Africa, Dandelion and Clover’s Jenny Swift feels at home during celebrations of all kinds. “I’m no stranger to that […]
Christchurch charm:
Christchurch Attractions
Activities that capture the area’s energy make an ordinary event thrive. Christchurch is home to a variety of options that exude the city’s classic charm. Thanks to Christchurch Attractions, filling a day of fun for delegates or guests in and around the city can be done with the help of one friendly team. […]
MORE IS MORE
Move over, minimalists. A new wave has reached us – and it’s all things ‘extra’. More than a loud shirt or bright blazer, I’m talking matching sets engulfed in prints that serenade without sound, or a combination of colours that only makes sense to you. Maximalism is about being bold and authentically expressive. […]
Happy hosting:
The Good Home Pegasus
Spectacular lakeside vistas fuse with a team of events experts for functions that feel five-star. Add an expansive range of plates and cocktails to the mix, and it soon becomes your home away from home. Every event on the social calendar is catered to at The Good Home Pegasus. A location that exudes […]
Where comfort meets occasion: Lincoln Motel
Booking accommodation comes with a number of opportunities – location is just the start. At Lincoln Motel, you’re guaranteed a stay near local event venues. From wedding venues in Tai Tapu to West Melton, to conferences at Lincoln’s university and events centre, this homely accommodation offers excellent service in the heart of its […]
Celebrating design innovation: Lockwood
Get ready to vote in these popular House of the Year awards. August will see the finalists in the popular House of the Year awards announced at Lockwood’s builder network conference before being opened for public vote through the company’s website and social media channels. An annual competition, it recognises outstanding homes built […]
The cuddle chemical:
The healing power of hugging
A hug lasting 20 seconds can have a therapeutic effect on the body and mind. The average length of a hug between two people is three seconds. Researchers, though, have discovered something amazing. When a hug lasts 20 seconds or more, it stimulates the release of oxytocin, lowers cortisol levels, and helps regulate […]











