Apartment collaboration: M2 Developments is in the business of giving homeowners back their homes
A multi-unit project in Edgeware came together seamlessly – thanks to thorough communication between the three insurance companies, PMO, the four homeowners and the main contractor. M2 Developments Limited won the competitive tender to rebuild 160 Geraldine Street, from the remedial groundwork to completion. “We provided a comprehensive breakdown of costs with no […]
Wall linings with benefits: Triboard TGV by Juken New Zealand
Triboard TGV is an innovative, engineered wood panel, offering an alternative to plasterboard, manufactured by Juken New Zealand Ltd (JNL). “This product is specifically designed for the lining of high-impact areas such as garages and rumpus rooms,” explains JNL Sales and Marketing Manager Gordon Wilmshurst. “These areas are commonly lined with plasterboard products. […]
A worldly fragrance: WORLD introduces exclusive fragrances by Marc-Antoine Barrois
French couture and perfumery have always been interconnected. After working for Jean-Paul Gaultier, French couturier Marc-Antoine Barrois opened his first boutique in 2013. As a designer he seeks the art of simple luxury without ostentation. Now he has launched his first perfume – B683. Much like his designs themselves, the scent is elegant […]
Creating dreamy kitchens: Dream Doors Christchurch
Owner of Dream Doors Adrian Kay is not only celebrating six years in business in Christchurch, but also winning best Dream Doors franchise in New Zealand for a fabulous fifth year in a row. Dream Doors is best known for giving your existing kitchen a facelift, but how far you wish to go […]
Urbane hues: painting your world a calming colour
When it comes to home décor, colour has transformational abilities that are only limited by one’s imagination and the speed of a brush stroke. Paint is all about making big changes for small change and this year the latest colour trends are getting a sophisticated makeover. With tech-free sanctuaries a key colour trend […]
First in its class: thirty years of delivering great quality means First Windows and Doors know a thing or two about customer satisfaction
A culture of loyalty is what drives locally owned First Windows and Doors Christchurch, a family owned company specialising in supplying aluminium windows and doors to residential new builds and renovations. Managing Director Simon Carrodus, says loyalty to customers, suppliers and staff has seen the company thrive on repeat business, serving some clients […]
‘Watts’ hot: light up your life this winter with our hot picks for home lighting
A home design trend that’s easy to implement in every room, statement lighting is about so much more than pendant choices. Cord length, materials, size and shape all make an impact. So we’re shining the spotlight on some of the brightest trends in lighting design. Old school: Our dalliance with décor of the […]
Super-sized accessories: making a big statement
Interiors and the trends thereof are tied in with the rag trade. And, as with the clothes on our backs, interior designers play with proportion. It’s an interesting thing to watch. Look at any fashion image which truly works on a model and it’s often because of sizes, lengths and exactly how they’re […]
Time for texture: interior design trends
While hay bales as a decorating tool at parties and events may be pronounced ‘over’, texture is still huge. In fact, you could successfully argue that textural elements in interior design have never been more crucial. Texture is basically where beauty and decadence meet. Maybe it’s the rise and rise of fabulous-looking faux […]
Bringing the outside in: creating an everlasting summer oasis indoors
We’re heading into the part of the year where we spend an increasing amount of time indoors, so it’s the optimum time to start bringing the outside in, so we’re not feeling trapped inside. You don’t even need a large, open space or window to bring the feeling of nature indoors. Green fabrics […]
