When thinking of an urban retreat, images of luxury, relaxation and calm spring to mind. It is precisely that sense of peace that Geoff Tune Architecture set out to achieve in this delightful family home in Fendalton.
Out on a limb
The owners of this stunning Merivale home put their daring and unconventional plans in the capable hands of The Woodsmith, and the result is a superb modern home with cutting-edge interior style.
The test of time
The future of this well-loved character Opawa home hung in the balance until Nathan Cook Builders came to the rescue with this tasteful and sensitive restoration.
Shaping the future
With the completion of this stylish, space-efficient Lyttelton showcase, Shaped Architecture puts enjoying your own architecturally designed home firmly within reach.
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.
Naturally New Zealand, naturally wool
With the arrival of Cavalier Bremworth’s newest ranges of carpet at The Flooring Centre, now is the time to think natural.
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.
Rhubarb Strawbs 'n' Cream loaded shortbread
Dessert doesn’t get any better than this. The combination of crisp, crumbly thyme and lemon shortbread paired with rhubarb, strawberries and whipped cream is simply heavenly.
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.
The grass is always greener
Laying an artificial lawn can be the key to achieving a beautiful new look for your home. And according to Jack Kennedy of SmartGrass, can also encourage you to change your lifestyle for the better.
Build the dream
“If you can dream it, we can build it.” That’s the philosophy of the team from Pioneer Pools, expert pool and spa builders who specialise in unique, custom-designed concrete swimming pools and spas.
Shared style
Introducing Abode's newest columnists, Shayden and Georgia Whipps of popular and inspiring DIY and home décor blog, Mooch Style.
The stories we tell
Abode’s Landscape architecture expert Tony Milne, of Rough and Milne Landscape Architects, muses on the role of storytelling in design.
Make a splash
Reminiscent of summer swims and exotic getaways, turquoise shades from Resene add energy and life to any space.
Fresh kitchen ideas
With a brand new year ahead of us, what better time to look at what’s trending in kitchen joinery? abode spoke to head designer, Lauren Martin, of Misco Joinery in Christchurch, to gain insights into the latest and greatest.
Clear trends
Martin Ball of Christchurch-based window design, manufacture and installation business, NK Windows, shares his insights on what’s new in window technology.
Home and away
Q & A with Massimiliano Capocaccia (Max) Architect at MC Architecture Studio
Fresh fields
Q & A with Emily Hastie, Landscape Architect at Kamo Marsh Landscape Architects
Quick-fire questions
With landscape designer Henry Blakely
Artistic Expression
This reinvigorated late modernist home at the foot of Table Mountain has become an ever-evolving personal exhibition space for its gallerist owners and their young family.