Steven Roberts of Kirk Roberts Consulting Engineers enlightens us about the most commonly used ground improvement techniques adopted in post-earthquake Christchurch
How to: Revamp an old light fitting
How to add ambience and a touch of elegance to our outdoor living spaces
Modern Castle
In this 21st-century masterpiece, completed by Blair Cunningham Construction, the compelling fortress-like exterior opens up to reveal a series of beautiful, inviting spaces
Buy once and buy well
When it comes to a functioning kitchen, quality appliances and cooking accessories are staple ingredients. Sandra Mclay from Total Food Equipment shows us where to start
Global Inspiration
Palazzo Kitchens & Appliances offers the best of both worlds – local design with international flair. We showcase three of their picks when it comes to design trends for 2017
Stylish storage solutions
German specialist in kitchen hardware, Häfele is the perfect resource when it comes to kitchen design or renovation. We talk to Simon Lount, National Product and Marketing Manager, about the array of storage solutions on offer
Kitchen Designer Showcase
We talk to four of Canterbury's top kitchen designers to get their thoughts on what's key to creating a great kitchen.
Kitchen know-how
We dive into the world of kitchens to ensure you are getting it right – the first time
Colour trends
The first in a series of three, we take you inside the world of paint, showcasing Resene's hottest shades for the year ahead
Pools aplenty
Morgan+Stone are on hand to help you achieve a backyard oasis, personalised to meet your needs
Cover the walls
Janis McDonald from Hubbers Furnishings and Flooring delves into the wonders of wallpaper
Perfectly in place
In this stunning family home built by Coughlan Construction, all the details have come together - precisely, seemingly effortlessly
A stand out
In the Waitikiri subdivision, one house built by Premium Homes fits in – and yet stands out
A little black box
For John and Erin Hammond their home, built by ZBuilt, is the perfect compromise between Erin’s desire to retain a garden and John’s wish for inner-city apartment living
A softer side
A feature white benchtop softens the industrial use of timber and black in this striking kitchen by Palazzo Kitchens & Appliances. We talk to designer Pieta Fletcher about what makes it special
Effortless elegance
Nestled in a leafy central city suburb, this contemporary new build by Chris Shearer Builders is a showcase of beauty, detail and a love of white
Colour Crush: White
Which white is right for you? Resene Colour Expert Nikki Morris guides us through the top ten shades of white
How to: Make your own painted tumblers
Ella Bennett guides us through adding a personal touch to your favourite glassware
A home with heart
Earthy tones and natural materials combine with beautiful results in this new home by Montrose Design and Build
Sitting lightly
Private yet open and airy, Julian and Tania Robertson’s spacious energy-efficient new home delights both its owners and builders Morel Construction