Desert Diamond
Not too long ago, this gorgeous mellow-toned room would likely have been awash in millennial pinks, but there’s a subtle shift away from that side of the spectrum into the trendy tones of peaches and nudes. Why use just one peach or nude tone when you can use a few by way of […]
Dream Weaver
Rattan is weaving its way into our homeware dreams – and with the wicker of a finger, the dream becomes a reality. Now you can get the island resort feeling in your home year-round; rattan has returned to our Pinterest boards and our homes. Most often, this type of furniture was confined to […]
Enhancing spaces: Armstrong Interiors
With our busy schedules, it is often difficult to find the time and energy to put towards our living spaces. Award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong from Armstrong Interiors says there are several simple yet effective ways to enhance your existing space and it’s not as hard as you may think. “Decluttering the house […]
The great divide
Room dividers have long been the coolest way to divide and conquer. While they are simply folding screen panels that are used to create separation between zones in the home, there are so many other quirky ways to utilise this transformative homeware and we thought it would be rude not to share them […]
Whitewashed Wonder: Resene
This fresh, cool room manages to take the essence of trendy Scandi cool and blend it with a distinctly local, natural style. The walls retain a modern minimalist look with the use of Resene Colorwood Whitewash, allowing the beauty of the wood grain to show through and add visual texture. The floor, painted […]
Savvy storage: here’s how
Stuff; we all have it and it’s great – until it gets in your way and becomes unwieldy, annoying clutter. We need clear space to think; to feel; to be; a space that allows us to gather ourselves while we rest from the stimulation of the outside world. With smaller dwellings becoming ever […]
Tealey Beautiful
Teal is trending. The quirky colour is taking homewares by storm and bringing a much-needed breath of fresh air to Kiwi homes. While it may not be your everyday primary colour, ironically it fits perfectly into your everyday home. In terms of where it fits into the colour wheel, it’s a medium blue-green […]
Basket Case
Baskets can be ideal for home décor or to help organise a space in an inexpensive way. Like most things, they come in every shape and size. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing, they’re also a lifetime member of the practicality party, offering a great storage space for home essentials. We check out the best […]
Chalk it up
If you thought that the last time you would encounter the word ‘chalk’ would be in primary school, then you may have to think again. Originally created by the paint brand Annie Sloan, chalk paint is a fun new way to give your house a vintage feel or try something entirely new. The paint is […]
Go Alfresco: Armstrong Interiors
With hot days and balmy nights ahead, there’s no better time to update your outdoor living area. We chat to interior designer Angelique Armstrong about outdoor living design. With daylight savings now making our evenings warmer and brighter, what should we consider for our outdoor living spaces? Indoor-outdoor flow is one thing […]
