Awards pile up for Millbrook kitchen: Mal Corboy Design

The awards cabinet is full to bursting for Mal Corboy, Director of Mal Corboy design whose Millbrook kitchen and bathroom featured in our October 15 issue showcasing its inclusion in the finalists of the Society of British Interior Designers (SBID) international competition.     Mal has now added the National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NKBA) […]

Innovative inside and out: Blum

A new Christchurch showroom is not just displaying internationally recognised kitchen interior design – its architecturally-designed building is noteworthy too.     Blum has opened its innovative new South Island showroom, office, trade training, warehouse and distribution hub in Wigram, designed by Warren & Mahoney Architects. The kitchen hardware specialists’ architectural property is purpose built, […]

An eye for Detail: Detail by Davinia Sutton

Davinia Sutton of Detail by Davinia Sutton was informed she had been recognised in the prestigious Trends International Designer Awards (TIDA) during lockdown.   The awards were judged online, and Davinia was up against competition from Europe, Singapore, Malaysia, North America and Australia. Davinia’s runner-up kitchen (left) was designed for a new build family home. […]

Change makers: Dream Doors

It’s no secret our collective attention has turned to the home this unforgettable year – so if change is on your mind, why not enquire about starting the new year with a new kitchen? Adrian Kay from Dream Doors Kitchens says renovating or refreshing the heart of the home has never been more popular.   […]

Mastering joinery: Murray Hewitt Joinery

Custom floating bedside tables, a beautiful oak dresser and a reworked oak bed are just some of the standout joinery created by Murray Hewitt Joinery for a recent project. Known for beautiful and concise kitchens, Murray Hewitt Joinery has showcased its versatility with a full fit out for a new home at Redmund Spur. In-house […]

Fresh choices: Kouzina

Kouzina has a curated collection of the best international appliances for your kitchen and laundry. Freshen up your space with these options for laundry care, dishwashing, cooking and baking, refrigeration and more.   Miele Washing Machine and Heat Pump Tumble Dryer make for a great pairing in any laundry – a true love story. TwinDos […]

Magic in the kitchen: MF Turnbull

While there are cracks appearing in our celebrated kiwi lifestyle of late, there needn’t be in your kitchen joinery. Local heroes MF Turnbull are again working their magic to return your surfaces to a brand-new finish, bringing you a great deal of pleasure and saving waste to landfill.     Co-owner Monique Turnbull explains, “For […]

New in town: Kouzina Appliances

At Kouzina you will find the best international appliances for your kitchen and laundry, including everything from innovative refrigeration, steam ovens and wine conditioners to washing machines and dryers. View the range at the stunning new 300sqm showroom on Christchurch’s Victoria Street. The latest addition to the nationwide retailer, which started in Auckland and then […]

Thyme to plant

We can all benefit from a little more “thyme” in the garden. So we’ve pulled together our top tips for thyme; a kitchen staple that’s easy to grow, low maintenance, and adds a serious touch of taste to stuffings, slow-cooked meals, soups, sauces, pesto and herb breads.     Ahardy, drought-tolerant herb which can be […]

Bespoke and inspired kitchens: Trends Kitchens

Trends Kitchens has long established itself in New Zealand as a trusted brand with a stellar portfolio, sealed with a gold stamp of approval from thousands of Kiwi homeowners who have had a bespoke kitchen and joinery designed, manufactured and installed by Trends.     The individually New Zealand-owned and operated company has been leading […]