Latest bathroom trends
Designers from all around the world will converge on Frankfurt, Germany, next month for ISH, the biggest bathroom showroom on the planet. German Bathroom Sector Association managing director Jens J. Wischmann says the show will shine a spotlight on the trends that are boosting a huge growth market with innovations, emotion and bathroom […]
Proven security solutions: Combined Security Solutions
Chances are that if you own a business, at some point it will be targeted for a burglary. Asophisticated security system not only deters break-ins, but also provides the business owner with peace of mind outside business operating hours. Paul McCormick, above right, of Combined Security Solutions, recently inspected and assessed two business […]
Check this out: Resene
One classic game that can be incorporated into home decor is chess. Chess is well suited for incorporating into home decor due to its simple and graphic gameboard and pieces. Chequered patterns have also been a sharply rising trend. To create a chessboard table, first, prepare and prime the surface with Resene Waterborne […]
The water of life: The Tree People
Water is one of life’s essentials for trees and gardens of all sizes. Professional, experienced arborists, The Tree People care about trees, believing it to be both an art and a science. Here are some of their water saving tips: Mulch – Helps to keep moisture in the soil, and slows evaporation. It […]
Hand-crafted tops: Benchtop Concepts
Enjoying the job, and being proud of the finished product creates perfection. Central to a flawless kitchen and bathroom are bench tops and vanities that are meticulously designed with hand-crafted finishing. “We don’t run a production line,” says managing director Andrew Crossland of Benchtop Concepts. “Ex-joiners and stonemasons make up a high proportion […]
Award-winning and windswept: Stacey Farrell
Located on New Zealand’s rugged South Coast, the windswept site for this small holiday house faces north and gently descends to the dunes. Winner of the 2022 TIDA New Zealand Architect New Home of the Year, the low grounded home is bedded into the landscape, hunkering down from the harsh coastal weather, while […]
Queenstown winning build: David Reid Homes
This stunning, architecturally designed home in Queenstown won the 2022 Registered Master Builders House of the Year GIB Show Home category. David Reid Homes Queenstown, won the national show home award for the house, which judges say was planned meticulously to create a versatile environment with the ability to entertain. “Whether it is […]
The power of paving: Dragon Stone Paving
Our city has undergone some dramatic changes in recent years, becoming a space of such vibrance. As the buildings regrew, so did the streets. Paving so many of our favourite Christchurch spots from the ground up, Dragon Stone Paving continue to provide excellent craftsmanship to the city and its residents. When you’re sipping […]
Relax in your bach
A home away from home can be just as cosy and inviting as your usual dwelling, or even more so. Holiday homes or baches are a place to relax away from it all, and often their interior décor reflects that. After all, no one wants to go on holiday and spend all their […]
Tips for styling rugs: Carpet Binders
Decorating with floor rugs is an easy and cost-effective way to add style and function to any room in your home. Whether you’re looking to define an area, protect your hardwood floors, or introduce a pop of texture, a rug is a fool proof solution. Talk to the experts at Carpet Binders. Their […]
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