The importance of insulation: Insulmax
Insulation is essential for a cool home in the summer and warm home in the winter. Today, there are approximately 700,000 older properties with nothing in their walls but fresh air. There’s no time like the present to get your home insulated and enjoy the seasons in comfort. Insulated homes are warmer, drier […]
Experts in real estate: Milena Bartlett and Andrew Swift
Purchasing or selling a home can be a daunting task. There’s much to think about, and sometimes it is hard to know where to start. From cleaning and preparing to negotiating and understanding the market, there’s lots to consider. On top of all this – no one wants to be dealing with an […]
Outdoor furniture trend: Woven Veranda
In 2023 we’re seeing a big emphasis on indoor-outdoor flow when it comes to housing trends, and wicker and rattan furniture is making a comeback. There’s a reincarnation of the boho-inspired look, which can be included by way of chairs, sofas, tables, and ottomans. There’s a lot to consider when it comes to […]
Strawberry tart recipe
Impress your loved ones with a gorgeous strawberry tart, perfect as a centrepiece dessert for home dining. This delectable treat is crafted from a buttery pastry base and topped with luscious crème pâtissière. Ingredients 125g softened unsalted butter 85g icing sugar 1 egg 200g plain flour 100g strawberry jam 500g strawberries 2 Tbsp […]
Luxurious haven
Your bedroom is a sanctuary for your peace of mind (and sleep). Having a luxurious space to wind down in every night is one way to achieve this. Here are a few ways to turn up the luxury. Linen Beautiful bed linen not only looks great but feels great too. The relaxed, undone […]
Buy vintage
Interior designers are among the first people to suggest buying vintage items to add character to your home. Vintage and antique items add uniqueness to an interior, although it is best to carefully select what you acquire. Usually anything 40 years or older is classed as vintage, while items 100 years or older […]
Extend your space: Loburn Sawmill
You need some extra space, but it’s not a case of extending the house. The extra space has to be portable, and flexible for a range of uses. It could be a guest room, a self-contained flat, a workshop, a studio, an office, or any type of shed you could possibly need, wherever […]
Building relationships: D.G.I Morgan
A golden time existed when life was work, eat, sleep, followed by leisure-filled weekends, on repeat. Suddenly seeming very desirable, this predictable pattern appears to be AWOL at the moment. We’re never quite sure what situation we will wake up to next, meaning vigilance and resilience have become key to our skill set. […]
Celebrating nine decades: Walton Plumbing
Any local company celebrating its 90th birthday is truly iconic. Ninety years ago, New Zealand was still a Dominion, you dialled the operator to telephone between cities, and you could still see a horse and cart on the street. But our longstanding companies don’t reach their venerable age by accident. They are driven […]
Splish, splash, relax: Lagoon Pools
What is the recipe for relaxing in your own back yard? Just add water. That’s a recipe that many Cantabrians are following with great enthusiasm, says Julie Hastings, Director of Lagoon Pools. “We are very busy with forward bookings so if people want a swimming pool ready for enjoying this autumn, or next […]
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