Beautiful bathrooms
We love spending time at home – and that includes the bathroom too. Its overall design is becoming increasingly cosy and welcoming – and revealing the growing influence of general interior design trends in the process. At the same time, new technical developments are a must-have in the bathroom too. It all stems […]
Modern Masterpiece: Lume Design
Lume Design’s Emma Gourdie has an artistic eye and talent for design, both being recognised at the recent National Kitchen & Bathroom Awards (NKBA). Emma’s Hackthorne Road kitchen design, precisely executed by Joinery Concepts, won her the Kitchen Distinction Runner-Up title (in the $40K-$60k kitchen category). Among other things, the judges praised her […]
Crushing on Velvet
Velvet may have been a hallmark of the eighties, but the luxurious fabric is experiencing a renaissance and is well and truly at home in this contemporary day and age. Plush and textured to the touch, it makes for a stand-out statement piece, taking the form of pillows, couches as well as linen. […]
An essential item: Allwood
No garden should ever be complete without a shed, and with Allwood Products eco-friendly shed solutions, your shed will stand the test of time. Whether you need a sleepout, studio, home office or even a traditional shed, Allwood Products should be your only choice. Utilising the family-owned service of Gibson Timber to all […]
The Best Around: NK Windows
For 18 years, NK Windows has been at the forefront of design, manufacture and installation of high quality, value and energy efficient windows and doors. Established in 2000, the company has become one of Canterbury’s most sought-after PVC window and door specialists. NK Windows supplies you with the best quality European and locally sourced […]
Ground-breaking gas: Elgas
LPG gas is a wondrous thing – for heating, hot water and cooking. However, a ground-breaking patented Elgas invention creates a lucrative advantage. The gas cylinder is contained under the ground – completely out of sight. The aptly named EasyGas DownUnder was developed by a Sydney engineer. First launched and patented in Australia, […]
Inspiring ideas: Home Ideas centre
If you’re want to update the look and feel of your home, planning that ever elusive extension or maybe it’s time for that new home you have always dreamed of, then you’ll find the answer at the Home Ideas centre. On November 4, Home Ideas is running a special Home Expo day where […]
Sweet Dreams: Dreamwool Beds
As we embrace the warmer weather and dream about the balmy days of summer ahead, the downside of scorching hot days, can be sleepless nights in bed. Many people can become quite uncomfortable in summer at night as they are too hot in their beds, so they just can’t get to sleep,” says […]
Ben Lewis inherits a passion: Q&A with Ben Lewis
One of New Zealand’s leading interior design names, Ben Lewis plies his furniture and design trade here and around the globe. He and brother Hamish have stores in Christchurch, Queenstown and Auckland. We caught up with Ben to chat about design and inspiration. Why do you think you pursued the field of interior […]
Construction Connoisseurs: Angus Chisholm Builders
Versatility and adaptability are essential attributes in a successful building business, along with an ability to be unflappable under pressure – all qualities Angus and Laura Chisholm have in abundance. After all, over their many years in the building industry they have developed excellent relationships with clients and have completed a diverse range […]
