Our in-house colour visionary Alex Fulton brings out the best in the Forma Mean Chair from McKenzie & Willis with a backdrop of Dulux Southern Alps and flooring in Dulux Motutapu Island.
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Going dutch
This exquisite South African home references traditional Cape Dutch architecture and creates a contemporary new order with a vineyard and a gin garden.
Cosy up to autumn
Katy Husband from Feather and Oak tells us how to enjoy coming in from the cold with some stylish ways to warm up our homes.
Wave break
On the West Coast of South Africa, a family’s holiday home is a cosy social hub from which to dash off into the waves and enjoy a sporting lifestyle.
Plum valley
A boldly and beautifully restored farmhouse and barn combines subtlety and respect for the past as much as it expresses individuality and a refreshing disregard for convention.
Know thyself!
Whether you’re thinking of renovating or contemplating a kitchen as part of a new build, Sandy of Sandy Eagle Design, shares her top tips for designing the most frequently used room in the house.
A store within a store
McKenzie & Willis have formed a partnership with fellow local brand Belle Interiors, who bring their beautiful furniture collection and design service into the renowned home styling hub.
Furnishing with fashion
Finding your personal design style can be a challenge, but Abode’s resident design guru Katy Husband says the clues to your own definitive look are closer than you think.
Zen harmony
This calm, airy, light-filled Merivale residence was designed with entertaining and relaxation in mind by Borrmeister Architects and Alpine Housing. Warm cedar and cool Timaru bluestone are used both within and outside the home, imbuing it with a sense of balance and tranquility.
The gift of Christmas style
Over the years we’ve seen Christmas décor trends go from grandiose glamour to parred back simplicity. Abode’s interior design expert Katy Husband from Feather & Oak shares some memories and tips for styling the season.
Indoor outdoor wow
Meet Abode's new columnist, interior designer and business manager extraordinaire, Kathy Husband, who tells us all about an exciting trend in outdoor furnishing.
A fresh take
Renovating your home need not break the bank, and manufacturer and supplier, Eurotech Lighting, recommend upgrading your lighting as a budget-friendly way to refresh your interiors.
A world of difference
With the installation of Cavalier Bremworth’s new interactive display stands, customers at The Flooring Centre can get hands-on with the samples, making choosing the perfect 100 per cent wool carpet a breeze.
Arranging with style
Known for its modern aesthetic and drawing inspiration from mid-century style, West Elm offers affordable furniture and accessories that blend classic silhouettes with modern materials and rich textures.
Building on the past
At the corner of Armagh Street and iconic New Regent Street, this inner-city apartment, built by Dan Saunders Construction, gently honours Christchurch's architectural history while pointing clearly towards the city's vibrant future.
Ahead of the curve
As suppliers of premium interiors products, the team from Nextdore have their finger firmly on the pulse of international interior trends. Here they share their top ten bathroom trends to look out for in 2020.
Showing the way
This year Oakleys Plumbing Supplies will celebrate 145 years in business. Opening a new showroom in Cromwell, the company demonstrates a commitment to leading the way for customers.
Βeckoned by beauty
Babylonstoren’s new Fynbos Cottage in South Africa’s winelands offers a private sanctuary where nature takes the lead.
From dream to reality
Thanks to Palazzo Kitchens’ state-of-the-art design technology, clients can now expect a next-level customer experience.
Flexible fabrics
Advances in fabric technology mean we have a lot more to choose from when selecting fabrics for outdoor areas or that sun-drenched window seat, says Abode's resident interior designer, Sarah Eaton, of Tailormade Space.