Gold medal-worthy interiors
CURATED BY LYNDA PAPESCH Millions of eyes are on Europe, and the Olympic Games in Paris, as the world’s top athletes compete for gold, silver and bronze glory. Metallics are also prominent in European design trends currently, especially gold, as accents, and stunning focal pieces. One of Europe’s top breeding grounds for design ideas and […]
Chasing gold, silver and bronze
CURATED BY LYNDA PAPESCH Follow the world’s top athletes as they compete for gold, silver, and bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games. Officially the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, Paris 2024 takes place in France from 26 July to 11 August 2024. Dress up, add your own gold, silver, and bronze touches […]
Dancing with the waves
Celebrating its 75th anniversary, Abarth introduced its new “Offshore” model at the prestigious Top Marques Monaco 2024 event in June. Presented by Car Off Shore, this zippy wee car/boat (pictured in action) captures Abarth’s signature traits with a striking metallic-green body and powerful performance boasting 230Hp and Riva racing exhausts. Based on the iconic Fiat […]
An epic emission-free vehicle
Metropol motoring writer Ben Selby puts the new Lotus Eletre S through its paces. Who would have thought an all-electric SUV would be wearing a Lotus badge? The Hethel-based brand, known mostly for its lightweight, fun sports cars, has well and truly started its transition to a zero emission future, while incorporating the most cutting […]
See the difference: ILS
When it comes to your eye care, choosing the right optometrist is crucial. Independent optometrists, unlike chain stores bound by franchise agreements, have the freedom to make choices that prioritise your needs. Are New Zealand-made lenses as good as imported products? Are New Zealand-made lenses as good as imported products? Absolutely, the team at ILS […]