Rachael Cone of Total Realty in Christchurch breaks down the ins and outs of working with a real estate agent.
All in Living
A reprieve from the ordinary
This luxury lodge in the heart of the South Island has been flawlessly designed by Warren and Mahoney, and then meticulously built by Hoogervorst Builders. It is a sight to behold.
Serene beauty
Look up from the shores of Ligar Bay, Tasman region, and you can’t miss the impressive yet restrained holiday home of Mark and Liz Ahern, designed by Young Architects.
Best in show
Hallmark Homes has been successfully building homes for over 25 years, and this show home is the perfect example of its next-level superior design excellence.
Whispers of transformation
This treasured family home was transformed with grace and ease when the homeowners collaborated with Christchurch-based interior designer Kate Carter.
Interior trends in real estate
New abode columnist Rachael Cone of Total Realty in Christchurch on the interior trends property buyers will be looking for in 2024.
Outdoor living
Future Proof: Experts in all areas of building and renovating share their experiences and insights on the innovations, best practices and popular trends we can look forward to in 2024.
Banh Mi
Crispy-skin pork belly is easy when you have this recipe up your sleeve, says chef and cookbook author Sam Parish.
Outdoor edit
abode stylists curate the latest colours, furniture and accessories for the summer season.
Where have all the daisies gone?
The tiny flower symbolises simpler, freer times to Tony Milne of Rough Milne Mitchell Landscape Architects.
Outdoor edit
abode stylists curate the latest colours, furniture and accessories for the summer season.
Summer edit
abode stylists curate the latest colours, furniture and accessories for the new season.
Restorative nature
Tony Milne of Rough Milne Mitchell on the great outdoors and the pleasure of bringing it inside.
Summer edit
abode stylists curate the latest colours, furniture and accessories for the new season.
Summer edit
abode stylists curate the latest colours, furniture and accessories for the new season.
A Canterbury duo
Keen to learn from previous successes, Jennian Homes Canterbury now offers two distinct Display Homes to the Ashburton audience.
A big shift
Dean McGuigan of Golden Homes on the uplift in customers wanting their new builds in small towns.
Step out in style
Sprucing up your space? Here’s your one-stop guide to the best backyard or balcony.
The making of an oasis
Green Therapy creates a leafy idyll centred around an outdoor fireplace.
Forward thinking
Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes on the importance of retirement planning and the vital role property investing can play.