Kitchen facelifts!
“We specialise in kitchen facelifts,” says Adrian Kay of Dream Doors Christchurch. ‘Facelift’ is a perfect description. The magic that the Dream Doors team perform means the hub of your home will have a brand new look, but without a new kitchen price. “A facelift is convenient, quick, non-invasive and certainly saves money. Importantly for […]
Home sweet home: Tempting trends for 2020
Contrary to popular belief, sometimes being left Home Alone isn’t all that scary. Especially when you’ve put time and effort into making your humble abode a chic place of comfort. How to achieve this you might ask? Don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Old school: Whoever said out with the old and in with […]
Get excited about your renovation: Armstrong Interiors
Metropol catches up with award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong from Armstrong Interiors about how to wrap your head around renovating. Renovating can be overwhelming, where is the best place to start? When deciding to renovate, start with your wish list, then plan the most essential things to complete, getting professional advice on the cost […]
Chill Factor
Relax, it’s the 2020s and this decade’s décor retreats into a comfort zone that simply says ‘chill’. Home is a sanctuary where we recharge our batteries. We look at ways to do them up, so we can wind down. A softer palette Muted, serene shades make a peaceful haven. Warmer neutrals are snuggling up […]
In hot demand
Ethical clothing range Willou has been in hot demand this summer, which has seen stylish new designs added to an already evolving collection that’s all made right here in Christchurch. Founded by sisters Sarah and Dominique Dougall, this sustainable brand aims to create “small collections of trans-seasonal pieces” by supporting local businesses and […]
Fringe Festival
A retro revival like no other, there’s a mid-century trend bringing refined glamour and a flirty edge to 2020 abodes. We’re seeing a healthy dose of frisky trimmings like tassels and fringing spicing things up amongst interior accessories, as designers turn away from the traditional minimalism of yesteryear and embrace rich textures and […]
Flooring with a story
This New Zealand story goes back decades, so too does the story of Foret flooring, which was founded almost a century ago. At the heart of this local business, is a love of timber and, while sometimes these magnificent buildings can’t remain, Foret’s suppliers carefully and respectfully salvage their essence, providing timber that has […]
Extend your summer!
Hello summer! We have long awaited your arrival and are happily basking in the great outdoors once again. Summer just can’t help but bring friends and family together for barbecues, enjoying cool beverages outside and finally getting to uncover the patio furniture that has been in hiding for the past several months. The […]
Art & Soul
When it comes to decorating, there’s nothing quite like creating a space with ‘art and soul’. A gallery wall might just be the state of play if you want to do just that. We’ve got some hot tips for creating a cool wall. GET CLEVER WITH COLOUR Colour plays a key role in […]
The foundations of a good home
Your home is your castle, but it’s a faulty fortress if the foundations are not solid. Precision Solutions is the expert in levelling every type and age of home, on every foundation. Offering a free assessment of your home, the Precision Solutions team then collaborates with a select team of builders and project manages all […]
