Sayonara, stress!
While the physical health impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic might be lesser felt here in New Zealand – the psychological impacts on stress and wellbeing have certainly been real. So just as the cooler months roll in, it can be an opportune time to consciously chill out. Here are Metropol’s tips for some science-backed stress […]
Between the sheets
Turn your bed into a place of warmth and refuge this winter with some on-trend bedding. Layers, textures and warm, earthy tones are all on the menu for cosy sheets, luxe duvets and sumptuous comforters. Get creative with patterns and pillow sizes to create the ultimate at-home have. Here are some of Metropol’s top picks. […]
From the Editor: 29 April 2021
For 23 years, Metropol has been telling Canterbury’s stories; tales of success, resilience, grit and community. Taking on the role of editor was certainly a daunting task. One I can wholeheartedly say I have poured myself into, alongside a dedicated team of writers, designers, photographers, office staff and sales superstars. It is no […]
Relaxation Stations
Outdoor living spaces that extend entertaining outdoors have surpassed trend and entered necessity territory in home design. And in 2021, landscape designers are predicting this will go one step further with a rise in relaxation areas – garden escapes which create a feeling of holiday without leaving your property. Outdoor living spaces that […]
Stone age
Stone in the home is a design trend that just won’t quit. Inside and out, the natural material projects character, opulence and moodiness which is starting to go beyond benchtops and bathroom tiling. Interior experts are predicting stone – and stone-look – to be big in home design this year, as the appeal […]
From the Editor: 01 April
There is no denying our homes have taken on new meaning in the last 13 months. While always places of sanctuary and shelter, we had no choice but to reassess our relationships with these habitats while being contained inside them during alert level 4 lockdown. In the months that followed, we may have […]
The pros of probiotic skincare
Gut-loving probiotics are a science-backed hit with the health conscious. And now it seems our fermented friends are making their way into skincare, too. Because, the same way our insides need good bacteria, so does our skin. BETTER BUGS The sound of skin bacteria may not spark the most luxurious of thoughts, but […]
Excessive vanity
Few spaces in the home can induce as strong sense of sanctuary as a well put together bathroom. A space to unwind, wash off the day that’s been or prepare for the one ahead; bathrooms are often where we compose ourselves. So, it’s no wonder then, that what our bathrooms are composed of is so […]
A spectacle of receptacles
One particular interior furnishing is having a moment of late; the vase. These vessels are not only holding floral arrangements, they’re holding their own as sculptural adornments for tables and shelves in any – and every – room. Classic clear and crystal styles will always have their place in the home, but a […]
Move it mama
Fitting workouts around four young children is no easy feat, but Lisa Fong has not only nailed the task – she’s turned it into a successful global business. She tells Metropol how she built an international online workout community from her Christchurch home. The challenges of motherhood can be far reaching, and for […]
