Reconnecting with home: Dream Doors
The great thing about Cantabrians is our ability to turn a minus into a plus – be it earthquakes or pandemics, we know what to do; we roll up our sleeves and keep ourselves busy with home improvement projects. Adrian Kay of Dream Doors Christchurch can attest to that, as the demand for kitchen […]
Coastal cool: Jessop Architects
Rising out of the farmland and up from the idyllic beach, this sophisticated holiday home overlooking Waipu Cove, north of Auckland was masterminded by Jessop Architects and incorporates the warmth and uniqueness of natural timber throughout. Architect Darren Jessop says the project arose after he and his team renovated the owner’s Auckland villa. […]
Designing wellbeing
Creating homes which are sanctuaries from the uncertainties of current life is top of mind for many, and the driving force behind a movement named, “wellbeing design”. Which is, as the name suggests, curating spaces to promote wellbeing. Metropol looks at ways you can incorporate some well-designed wellbeing in your own spaces. TACTICALLY TACTILE […]
Immaculately authentic: DJ Hewitt
A modern barn-style build with a village lifestyle was the dream for a Scotsman and his Kiwi family. By enlisting DJ Hewitt Builders to do it once and do it right, their complete wishlist was granted. Immaculately built to look authentically imperfect, the board and batten exterior plays with different widths, under a sizeable […]
Portable outdoor comforts
A day at the beach, picnic in the garden or weekend at the bach can be made ever more enjoyable with some simple comforts. Here are Metropol’s picks of portable outdoor furniture to help you chase the last of the summer days.
Outdoor entertaining, covered: Louvre Solutions
Being sun smart takes on a new meaning with louvre roofs, the modern way to maximise your outdoor living in any season. And with Louvre Solutions, your summer al fresco living doesn’t have to end with the season. Summer is undoubtedly the social season – enjoying chilled drinks and hot barbecues with friends […]
Fresh start for 2021: The Ivy
After a busy run up to Christmas with lots of support from locals and not-so-locals, The Ivy has popped away its Christmas goodies and freshened its feel to welcome 2021. Visitors will find some new additions alongside the always beautiful range of home fragrance, books, blankets, homewares and gifts for garden, babies and children. […]
Touch tones
Home furnishings are taking a tactile turn in 2021, with textured furniture following in the footsteps of fixed surfaces and turning our homes into three dimensional havens. Where clean lines and smooth exteriors have evolved on glass panes (now fluted), tiles (now raised and irregular) and wallpaper (now textured), furniture is joining in. […]
Telling tool tales
When it comes to putting your dreams into action for your yard, you need the right tools for the job. Here are Metropol’s tips for the tools to lead you down the right garden path. Gloves, boots, action! Whether it is to protect yourself from contaminated soil, prickly plants, sharp objects or heavy […]
Time for recess
Carve out some practical and aesthetically pleasing space with a wall recess. Maximising wall cavities, a well-thought-out recess adds depth and interest to bathrooms, bedrooms and indoor and outdoor living. In the bathroom, recessed shelving in the shower can sophisticatedly store otherwise cluttered-looking products without employing a caddy. In the bedroom, a wall […]
