Talking table etiquette
Print this storyTable manners are dead. Or are they? If you think about it from a new angle, many of these rules could be reminders to be present. Putting your phone away, removing distractions like your hat, and taking small bites to chew slower and enjoy your food – these put the people we are […]
Home for Christmas
Print this storyPractical and pretty gifts for the home often surface under the Christmas tree. From barbecues to boats, knives to knickers, and all things great and small, Christmas is a time for giving. Here are some suggestions:
A fresh, new look for your kitchen: MF Turnbull
Print this storyRevitalising your kitchen may be as easy as changing its colours, cabinetry, and hardware, to create a modern new look. Experts in that field are Monique and Murray Turnbull, who are celebrating 36 years of injecting new life into furniture, fittings, and homes. “Repainting your kitchen can give your home a more modern […]
Park up poolside
Print this storyRelaxing by, or in, a sparkling pool is one of the joys of summer holidays. Swim if you want, however just lounging around with a book, headphones on listening to your favourite music, or dozing off, is a great way to relax. Having the pool is just the first step. Adding in comfy […]
Fendalton architecture wins national design award: Figure & Ground
Print this storyWinning a prestigious national architectural design award is quite an achievement, made even better when the project is your own home. One of two Canterbury projects recognised in the 2024 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards is this stunning contemporary home by architectural designer Sam Connell of Figure & Ground. Nestled on Kōtare Street […]
Lay the table
Print this storyTablescapes are such a highlight at dinner parties for me, and the season we’re in is when they truly come to life. Behind every enthralling installation is a considerate creator, and a concept that didn’t just come down the chimney with Santa. By Nina Tucker. Craft cohesion: Through serve ware such as cutlery […]
Most wonderful time
Print this storyChristmas is just knocking, and streets are starting to don their festive season attire. From the popularity of traditional colours, to modern themes segueing to white or black trees, there is no right or wrong. Christmas is a time to decorate from the heart. BY LYNDA PAPESCH. Pick a colour, a pattern, or […]
A Hamptons coastal Christmas: OneWorld
Print this storyIt is beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Christchurch’s own home of Hamptons homewares. OneWorld’s latest offering captures the opulence of Christmas charm with an enthralling range of décor and giftware. “This beautiful collection has been curated with timeless elegance in mind, and each of these gorgeous pieces is now in […]
Deck the halls
Print this storyInside and outside, homes are dressing up for the festive season. For some it may feature tinsel and a few hanging baubles, while others will deck the halls, rooms, and outdoors. Increasingly, Kiwis are following their English and American counterparts in bringing Christmas outside so passers-by can enjoy the spectacle. From Santa and […]
Craftsmanship and functionality: Lacanche
Print this storyUsed by professional chefs and home cooks around the world, one award-winning brand of range cookers stands out among the rest. Built to order, and customised to fit, Lacanche is a revered brand in the culinary equipment world, known for its elegant blend of craftsmanship and functionality. Its ‘Classic’ range cookers are more […]
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