Expertly working together: Ngatahi Real Estate
“That feather duster isn’t just a microphone you know”. It’s not the advice you want to hear, but it’s the kind of thing you should be hearing if your real estate agent is up to the mark. Once you decide to sell a house, you want it sold quickly and for the best […]
Seasonal style
Tis nearly the season for tinsel and pine, although traditional Christmas decorations don’t fit everyone’s style. Adding a bit of festive flair to your home doesn’t need to mean classic red, green and gold decorations hung on every possible surface. Check out Metropol’s tips for creating a more stripped back, modern Christmas look. […]
Food for the soul
Whether it’s a few pots on the balcony, a small patch or an extensive garden, everyone can experience the joy of gardening. The benefits of digging deep in the dirt are well documented and many Kiwis have moved back to growing not just beautiful flowers, but also their own vegetable patches. Last month’s […]
Let’s celebrate Christmas: Barrington Gifts
We may be living in uncertain times, but of one thing we can be certain, Christmas, no matter if it’s in a bubble of two, a huddle of four or a muddle of many, will always be celebrated. Barrington Gifts has gifts for everyone in your whanau, special friends, and even for work […]
Sit back, relax and read: Piccadilly Books
It is nearly the season for lazy weekends spent outside, reading a good book and soaking up some sunshine. If you are after some new reading inspiration, check out Piccadilly Books online selection or pop into the store and have a browse. Southern Wanderer Peter Garden Our price $60.00 An account of […]
Nothing compares to ewe: Bowron Sheepskins
Warm in the winter and cool in the summer, a luxurious sheepskin is hard to resist. Instantly recognisable, a natural sheepskin has long been a staple in Kiwi homes. From natural coloured and dyed rugs, and from throws to finely crafted designer rugs, a sheepskin makes a stylish and versatile interior accent that […]
Outdoor chic
Setting the scene outdoors is just as important now as interior design, especially during the warmer months. Outdoor living adds a whole new dimension to a home and choosing the right pieces will mean both comfort and function. Here are some tips from Metropol: Function – Think about how you want each outdoor […]
Sun-day style: RESENE
When the sun is shining and the air is warm, a place to relax outside, read a book and enjoy a tipple should be on everyone’s to-do list. Whether your outdoor area is big or small, having one dedicated space where you can sit with a book – or drink – in hand […]
Bird-pleasing plants: Lushingtons
At this time of year the birds have a little more chirp in their voices and if you’d like to make the most of this free entertainment, plant some bird-friendly plants and they’ll come flocking. The song of the bellbird and tui is something special and even though they’re native birds, you don’t […]
Here comes the sun
Longer days equate to more sun and time spent relaxing in our sunniest spots. Many homes have sun rooms, positioned where best to capture the warm rays. Of course it doesn’t have to be a whole room, maybe just a sunny corner with some cosy chairs, a coffee table, a few books, a […]
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