Poolside with a splash of style: Resene
Originating from the Californian city of the same name, the Palm Springs style is instantly recognisable. Pairing popular mid-century design elements with a playful flair for colour, this chic and glamourous desert design style has been trending over on the other side of the Pacific. Easy, breezy and effortless, this posh contemporary […]
Building sustainable homes and workplaces
Building sustainably is about using practices and systems that lessen impact on the environment, lower running costs and make homes healthy, accessible and comfortable. Sustainability includes environmental, social and economic factors. A sustainable building is supposed to meet social and also cultural needs, to ensure resources are equally available, and to cause no […]
Making home super
The majority of New Zealand homes, and sometimes even new homes just aren’t healthy enough, often uninhabitable by world standards – too cold, damp, and mouldy. A study by research organisation BRANZ and the University of Auckland, found that 1000 children slept in bedrooms that were below 18 deg C. Even those who […]
Adding sustainable features
Sustainable homes improve the environment and lower the cost of running your home. Building from scratch is the best way to ensure success in sustainability, however there are also ways to convert existing homes. Saving energy, water and maintenance on systems and appliances contribute to making a home sustainable. When you have a […]
Riccarton bush trust heritage: Riccarton House
Cantabrians have always loved their heritage, and the historic buildings left post-earthquakes are more precious than ever. The care lavished by the Riccarton Bush Trust ensures this piece of living history is a gift to current and future generations. The painting of Riccarton House has been completed and it looks spectacular. Pūtaringamotu/Riccarton Bush […]
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