The warmer weather is almost upon us. So now is the time to start planning some outdoor gatherings with family and friends. We caught up with Henry from Henry Blakely Landscapes to find out what you can do with your outdoor space to prepare for outdoor entertaining.
The team at Abode have enlisted top design specialists to give their take on how to make your outdoors great.
When upgrading your garden landscape, have you ever considered the need for an overarching design and plan? We spoke to Luke Robertson from Epic Landscape Design, on how to create a design that you will love for the long term.
With the onset of spring, Tony Milne from Rough and Milne, reflects on the wonders of simple pleasures and asks how we might create our outdoor space this season.
The laundry is often tucked away, but that doesn’t mean this functional space should be neglected. Abode’s DIY experts Shayden and Georgia from Moochstyle have been working away to find the perfect mix of budget, form and function.
As the housing market in Nelson Tasman steadily grows, there has never been a better time for Oakleys Plumbing Supplies to open its Nelson showroom.
Meet Abode's new columnist, interior designer and business manager extraordinaire, Kathy Husband, who tells us all about an exciting trend in outdoor furnishing.
This bedroom has a tranquil and inviting Nordic mood brought together by Resene with layered natural fibres and neutral tones.
This sleek black and white dwelling from Golden Homes holds the promise of a dream lifestyle for first-time buyers, where style, quality and space combine for easy, modern living.
Built as both show home and family home, this brand new John Ross Architectural Builders’ hillside creation combines comfort, quality and stunning good looks.
The experienced team behind the development of Lady Wigram Village set out to create the ultimate retirement complex. The result is an elegant, state-of-the-art complex and thriving community, loved by those who call the village home.
A unique location with commanding uninterrupted views of Lake Wānaka and the Southern Alps beyond provide a cinematic backdrop for this luxurious and imposing home, from Johnston Architects and CDL Building.
The time spent at home during lockdown seems to have spurred the renovators among us to life, and designer Davinia Sutton and trusted partner Oakleys Plumbing Supplies are here to help, working together to create beautiful kitchens and bathrooms.
Why is this the busiest time of year for artificial grass installations? Well, winter is upon us, and so is the hassle of kids and pets tracking mud inside. We spoke to Jack Kennedy, of SmartGrass, to dispel some of the myths about artificial grass.
Manufacturers and installers of quality joinery, Misco Joinery, not only create your cabinetry, they have a team of experts who will help you design the ideal solution for you.
It’s easy to take your bathroom sink for granted. The water always flows out when you turn on the tap and only really requires our attention when it gets blocked. Stefan Warnaar of Crete Basins says it’s time to let your sink take centre stage.
When renovating or restoring, the discovery of asbestos, toxic mould or any type of contamination can be scary. MBC Environmental Solutions can fix those headaches so that you can get on with the fun side of renovating.
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.
In this lounge, a wall in Resene Solitude has been given a gorgeous painterly treatment with a watercolour-style mural in shapes and colours inspired by an artistic cushion.
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.
