Adversity to elegance: Maree Hynes
Now a thriving design destination, Maree Hynes Interiors has come a long way from its beginnings in a mobile curtains van. The woman behind it all looks back on a 30-year South Canterbury legacy. From humble beginnings to building one of the South Island’s most admired interior design brands, Maree Hynes’ story is […]
Find Christmas cheer here: Terra Viva
Deck the halls, decorate the tree and table, and become everyone’s favourite family member. Here’s how. Peter Worsp’s staff at Terra Viva don’t hesitate when it comes to a late night in the shop setting up for Christmas. “Each year we hunt out new designs we haven’t stocked before and, apart from a […]
Benchmark
A three-step guide to styling one of the most used and most visible features of the kitchen – the humble bench. Don’t throw everything and the kitchen sink at making your bench look pretty. Start with the type of stone and adjoining cabinetry. Ideally, you want contrasting yet complementary hues – a dark […]
Kitchen class: Kitchen Studio
The future of kitchen renovation lies in creating a personalised journey from imagining your new kitchen to enjoying it. Renovating a kitchen is more than a project; it’s an investment of time, energy, and emotion, and the process should honour that, says Jo Tozer, owner of Kitchen Studio in Merivale. “Exceptional service goes […]
Oh là là!
Say it with us: drinks with the girls. If you’re hosting pre- or post-Cup Week drinks – or anything similar in the months to come – sip away in stunning style with these homewares goodies.
How smart is your kitchen?
If there’s anything artificial intelligence can help us with, it’s the kitchen during silly season. Picture this. Your husband is on a business trip and it’s time to cook yourself dinner – except you just bought a new oven and can’t set the right temperature. Hubby has access, though, from the comfort of […]
Accessible art: Windsor Gallery
The search for the perfect piece of art ends here. Finding the ideal artwork to transform a wall or display case just got easier, thanks to Windsor Gallery’s latest exhibition, The Premier Art Collection. Bringing together more than 40 highly regarded artists, the show offers a rare chance to view some of New […]
Is your mattress making you hotter? Dreamwool Beds
Rest easier this summer with breathable, all-natural comfort. Moving into spring and summer means finding ways to stay cool, no matter the weather outside. One of the best ways to do this is by choosing a mattress made with high-quality natural materials, says director of Dreamwool Beds David Henderson. “It’s easy to blame […]
Totally lit: Exquisite Gifts
Looking for Christmas gift ideas? The gorgeous new range of New Zealand-made Slice of Heaven candles, diffusers and soaps might be just the thing. Ideal as a smaller gift when bought individually or perfect for an extra special gift occasion when a range of products are packaged together. Available at Exquisite Gifts by […]
Rugged good looks: Carpet Binders
The city’s best-kept secret for affordable custom rugs with heart and heritage. From soft textures to subtle patterns, a beautiful wool rug is the quickest and easiest way to transform a room, instantly adding warmth and style. Few know the power of a rug better than siblings Michelle MacWilliam and Richard Cassidy. Together, […]
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