The Home Haven: Barrington Gifts
Loved ones can be difficult to buy for, but you won’t have a hard time choosing the perfect gift at Barrington Gifts. You’ll find quality, heartfelt gifts suitable for men, women and children alike. Browse a curated collection of giftware, sourced from New Zealand and around the world, that is ideal for weddings, […]
Basket Case
Where would we be without baskets? Used since ancient times to carry water, store household items and keep food dry, not much has changed as we continue to see the intrinsic value of baskets in our day to day lives. As we increasingly seek alternatives to plastic, baskets boast that eco-luxury appeal and savvy […]
Gorgeous Giftware: Darfield Gift Gallery
Experience and wander through the oldest historic building in Darfield. Upstairs at the Darfield Gift Gallery, you will discover a treasure trove of beautiful items such as the Ashley and Co. range, Ecoya candles and diffusers, Citta candles, travel bags and linen, Stella & Gemma and Stilen jewellery. Winter clothing, shoes and scarf ranges are […]
Getting Trolleyed
The glamourous but practical vintage drinks trolley is reliving its heyday. The first trolleys were wheeled into Victorian dining rooms for ‘tea total’ refreshments. Then along came the prohibition era, and out came the art deco bar-on-wheels with circular chrome sides and shiny Formica tops. Lightweight drinks trollies were all the rage by […]
Bespoke Furniture Specialists: Design 5 Upholstery
The small, talented team at Design 5 Upholstery can bring your ideas to life by creating bespoke furniture from scratch. Specialising in crafting custom-made seating for interior designers and high-end retailers across the country, past projects include seating for the Christchurch Town Hall, as well as 200 headboards for the Novotel Christchurch Airport […]
North Canterbury’s hidden gem: Ruby Six
Ruby Six, North Canterbury’s much loved design and gift store, is committed to providing a personal and satisfying shopping experience that is second to none. “Our expertise lies in understanding our customers and our satisfaction comes from their excitement when we help them find the perfect thing!” owner Jenni Dobbie says. Browsing is […]
What’s in that building?
The CBD is buzzing. Even two years ago that could not be said with confidence and the fear was it may never be said again. But those fears are officially unfounded. Sure, there are some large holes to still be filled, and a few spaces and broken facades to be decided on and […]
Four-poster beds
The four-poster bed is a relic of the 13th century that found itself out of favour as ceilings dropped, along with housing’s square footage. However, as we increasingly seek spaces that bring a sense of comfort and safety, it seems the four-poster bed is making a contemporary comeback. Today’s iteration errs on the […]
All About Aotearoa: Simply New Zealand
The name says it all. Simply New Zealand is simply that – a 100 percent Kiwi-owned, nationwide retailer of the largest selection of New Zealand giftware. With stores at the BNZ Shopping Centre, the Canterbury Museum and two at Christchurch Airport, tourists and locals are well provided for. Browse the genuine, homegrown merchandise, such […]
Contemporary Cool: Majuba Gallery
If you find yourself at the picturesque locale of Hanmer Springs this summer, a visit to contemporary art space Majuba Gallery, 5 Conical Hill Road, should be top of your list. Currently their featured artist is South Westland born and raised Kelvin McMillan, whose simple architectural subjects – be it a derelict shed, […]