This striking home designed by MC Architecture Studio and built by Steve Brown Builders breaks the mould on seaside architecture and design in the coastal suburb of Sumner.
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Centre stage home
The Wakatipu Basin is known for its stunning landscapes and prized properties. This home, designed by
MAS Architecture, takes luxury living to the next level.
Anzac and strawberry dessert salad
Two Raw Sisters, Margo and Rosa Flanagan, love making salads fun and exciting to eat. In this delicious sweet salad, the ‘grain’ component is the Anzac cookies, the ‘dressing’ is the burnt caramel yoghurt and the ‘fruit and vegetable’ element is the roasted strawberries with fresh mint. Just like a savoury salad, it’s perfect for sharing.
Seasons in the sun
Built over three cleverly stepped levels, this holiday home on South Africa’s pristine Garden Route combines sculptural architecture with simple, pared-back interiors.
Swimming upstream
From the mountains to the sea, Tony Milne from Rough Milne Mitchell follows the braided rivers of the South Island, tracing the changing landscape and restoring ecosystems.
What is in a view
Tony Milne from Rough Milne Mitchell views the landscape from the clouds as he ponders the ephemeral highlights and temporal nature of our seasons.
Soothing outdoor sanctuary
Kiwis love the outdoors, and our outdoor areas are the ultimate blank canvas – extending our living space and encouraging us to slow down. Resene brings the indoors out with this soothing neutral garden lounge.
Renewable energy
There’s no denying that electricity is essential, but powering your home from the grid is not the only option. Infinite Energy shows us how to create gains for the planet and the pocket.
Beachside living
Situated on an enviable prominent suburban corner site within walking distance of Sumner village and beach, this home by Borrmeister Architects takes beachside living to a whole new level.
Creamy green pasta with asparagus, peas and pine nuts
The creamy, green sauce in this delicious pasta dish is packed full of flavours. Imagine hints of garlic, lemon zest, miso and buttery pine nuts, all in one mouthful. This fresh, light pasta is sure to impress anyone and tastes great hot or cold! For some extra colourful flavour, add some smoked salmon and juicy sweet blistered cherry tomatoes at the last minute before serving.
Nothing like a deadline
The pressure was on for Williams Elvidge to build this exquisite home in Merivale. The result exceeded everyone’s expectations.
Winter landscape
Tony Milne from Rough Milne Mitchell ponders the winter landscape and the traditions that embrace the chill of the season.
Coconut carrot ginger soup
This Two Raw Sisters soup is amazing during the colder months of the year. Roasted kumara and carrots are delicious with the fragrant fresh ginger and turmeric, curry powder and miso. Add a dollop of creamy coconut yoghurt to tie everything together.
Less is more
More and more of us are choosing to build small. Gregg Architectural Builders shows how to create joy in the small and functional with this unique home on the hills of Christchurch.
So far, so perfect
This spacious and refined home designed by Lee Johnstone and built by Wayne Murray Builders achieves an inspirational balance between clean, modern lines and timeless, natural elegance.
Experiencing landscape, the e-bike way
Tony Milne from Rough Milne Mitchell, considers the increasing accessibility of the landscape on two wheels.
Into the light
This Cape Town home combines its breathtaking location with clean-lined architecture, panoramic views and considered interiors, featuring a spectacular selection of contemporary design.
Passionfruit slice
Passionfruit and honey are a match made in heaven. This Two Raw Sisters recipe is a life hack for anyone who doesn’t have a high-speed blender. Rather than using raw cashews and being left with a gritty texture, use cashew butter. All the tough blending is done for you, and no matter what type of equipment you have, the filling will always be super smooth and creamy.
Walnut and date baked pears with dulce de leche
Margo and Rosa of Two Raw Sisters enjoyed this recipe on cold autumn nights during lockdown, when their whole family loved the delectable combination of baked pears and dulce de leche. It’s so delicious that you may want to make double (or triple) the amount of the dulce de leche which goes well with almost any dessert.
A room with a view
Designed by Johnston Architects and faultlessly executed by DJ Hewitt Builders, this innovative renovation captures stunning coastal views with a refreshing take on outdoor living.