With a clear brief to build ‘traditional’ and ‘historic’, the team at Greenland Homes has created a beautiful home, suitable for all seasons and all ages.
Colour Box
The rich textures and bright colours of architect Kate Ottenés Johannesburg home mirror the lush garden, balancing a sense of energy and tranquility.
Seeing is believing
Abode's kitchen design expert, Nicky Claridge of NC Design, talks to us about the increasing demand for the warmth and beauty of timber in the kitchen. Thanks to some new products on the market, achieving this look has never been more accessible or more affordable.
Dare to be different
When Sharon Moore of interiors retailer Nextdore and partner Phil built on the hill above Westmorland, they couldn’t have hoped for a smoother ride with M.O. Brown Builders, providing them with a chance to showcase their outstanding style and flair for interiors.
Welcome Home
Your entryway or mudroom is a pretty significant spot in your house. It’s the first point of contact with the place you call home – a spot to sit down, take off your shoes, and ease into the relaxed, at-home version of yourself.
Create a space that's right for you
Elaborate outdoor spaces are alluring, but as Landscape Architect Tony Milne explains, all you really need is a space you can enjoy.
Creating a cohesive interior
Abode’s resident interior designer, Sarah Eaton of Tailormade Space, highlights the importance of considering the big picture when planning your interior.
Wrap your home in wool
For true warmth and comfort you can't beat wool, and with Terra Lana woollen insulation the unique qualities of this natural wonder fibre promise a drier, healthier and more comfortable home.
Buon Appetito!
Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, you can’t go wrong with a delicious meal of pasta, especially when it’s homemade.
Keep warm, stay healthy
Even when built to code, New Zealand homes perform poorly when compared to homes in other countries and, as Abode’s architectural expert, Greg Young explains, the hidden cost is our health.
Every last detail
Mark and Kate Tomkies of Tomkies Construction brought meticulous planning and attention to detail to every aspect of the ambitious project to build their own dream home. The result is a stunning, award-winning residence the family plans to enjoy for many years.
Outside in
Robert Weir of Weir Architecture’s design for this unique and striking coastal home was inspired by the beach-loving lifestyle of the owners and the challenging conditions of the dramatic location among the dunes of Waimairi Beach.
Velvet Underground
The muted glamour, endless volumes and monochrome palette of this converted cottage colour everyday life with a touch of magic.
A tough exterior
Permanent materials used to be a real selling point. Abode’s architectural expert, Greg Young, asks why New Zealanders have moved away from low maintenance cladding.
Plugged in to outdoor living
Abode’s Landscape architecture expert Tony Milne looks at how technology is creeping into our landscape and garden space.
A den for everyone
This beautiful serene space has been created as an inviting and comfortable escape that’s refreshingly gender-neutral.
Turning up the heat
Indoors and outdoors, there are multiple ways to heat your home. With help from Simply Heat, you can keep yourself cosy, without costing the earth.
Everyday Luxury
It’s the room where we begin each and every day, preparing ourselves to face the world, and Oakleys’ in-house bathroom designer Karen Kim believes, for this reason, it’s worthwhile investing in making our bathroom something a bit special.
Casting Light
Thoughts on interior lighting design by Sarah Eaton of Tailormade Space, Abode’s resident interior designer
Warming to infrared heating
Taking a new and innovative approach to home heating, Herschel Infrared’s stylish and energy-efficient heaters heat the surfaces and objects in your home – including you – keeping the whole area warmer for longer.