Touch & texture
Use of texture this autumn and winter isn’t just about fashion, the trend is also taking centre stage to create interiors that feel warm, expressive and inviting. To use texture in your home this season think layering: mixing materials, finishes, and fabrics to create visual and tactile richness. Grounding with rugs Rugs are […]
Lasting luxury leather: McDonald and Hartshorne
New Zealand is home to a wide variety of quality furniture and materials. From furniture built with strong bones to New Zealand-made leather, investing in strong well-made materials will allow your pieces to remain functional long-term. With the right care, well-built New Zealand-made furniture and leather can become part of a family’s story, […]
Silver speaks: Geraldine Talbot Silver
Bespoke silver pieces, unique semi-precious stones and lustrous pearls all call this boutique jewellery shop home. Discover the charm of handcrafted beauty in the heart of Geraldine. “We are proud to feature stunning New Zealand-made designs,” says Talbot Silver’s Min Mackenzie. “Each piece is thoughtfully created to celebrate individuality, craftsmanship, and timeless style.” […]
Take the plunge: NOVAspace
What beats the thrill of a brand new pool? For Chris Thelin, the man behind South Island’s largest merchant of leading pools, the best bit is installing it. Happy family memories are made around a pool,” says Chris Thelin, owner of NOVAspace. “I love this job because I get to bring those moments […]
Outdoor space design
Comfort, style and year-round use of your outdoor space doesn’t just happen by accident. To create a something gorgeous, make a plan. Here are the top tips gleaned from some of Canterbury’s outdoor design experts. Outdoor living is a way of life in New Zealand. From long summer evenings to crisp autumn mornings, […]
Sharp thinking: Total Food Equipment
Cut to the chase in your kitchen with Total Food Equipment’s premium knife range. tfe.co.nz
Cutting edge technology: Total Food Equipment
There are few things more satisfying than a knife that effortlessly slices what you want to cut, when you want to cut it. Ian Knott tries out the HORL 3 sharpener and finds he can barely put it down. Without naming brands, it’d be fair to say our home knife set is ‘mid-range’. […]
Meet the cushion queen: Becky Lee
March marks a meaningful milestone for Christchurch’s cushion couturier Becky Lee. “It’s hard to believe it’s been four years since I first began my cushion business,” says founder of The Cushion Couturier Becky Lee. “This March is particularly meaningful, it’s been one year since moving solely from an online presence into my beautiful […]
Welcoming whimsy
Curated by Nina Tucker I’ll take any opportunity to celebrate with friends around a beautiful tablescape. Easter is one of my favourite occasions, inviting such nostalgic joy into our interiors. This year, I’m balancing Easter’s cute pastel colours with elegant accents – think cottage garden meets rustic farmhouse. So bake a carrot cake, […]
Need for needlepoint
In need of a low-effort way to add a charming pop of personality to your home? With cheeky messaging and vibrant colours, it’s hard not to fall in love with the small-but-mighty needlepoint cushions when decorating your home. For some, the idea of needlepoint may conjure up images of ancient European, but the […]
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