Beautiful, natural wool is enjoying a renaissance, once again becoming a popular flooring choice. Katrina Anderson from The Flooring Centre, tells us about the many benefits of choosing pure New Zealand wool carpet.
Unique, soft and luxurious
What better way to cosy up a room than to roll out a rug? We look at what Bremworth has to offer to make your space an oasis.
The home inspiration precinct
Designmade is a thriving hub of interior design showrooms based in the heart of Ōtautahi. Meet some of the brands inside this dedicated inspiration space.
Feel inspired
We spoke with Paul Roper-Gee of Canopy Landscape architects after the company’s recent wins at the Registered Master Landscapers annual awards.
A healthy place
Tony Milne from Rough and Milne considers the restorative influence of nature and his work on Ōtautahi’s Te Marino hospital garden.
Embrace the season
Belinda and Steve Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton explain why selling your home in the cooler months can make for an outstanding result.
Luxurious layering
Katy Husband from Feather and Oak interiors shares some of her favourite ways to create a comfy home this season.
The greatest of ease
This contemporary space is styled using neutrals from either end of the spectrum to create a harmonious feel and timeless sense of refinement.
Ginger date and salted caramel self-saucing pudding
Local raw food wranglers Margo and Rosa Flanagan are Two Raw Sisters with a delicious array of plant-based recipes across two cookbooks. This hot pudding is one of their favourites, and it’s a delectable way to spice up your winter.
The only constant is change
Buying a new home can be a daunting experience in an unpredictable market. Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes sheds some light on how to keep things under control.
A design for life
Architectural designer James Hunter conceived this substantial St Albans home for his family, which was expertly brought to life by DJ Hewitt Builders.
The new normal
When it comes to building a home in a heated housing market, Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes says that time is most definitely on your side.
One way or another
Our in-house colour visionary Alex Fulton brings out the best in the Forma Mean Chair from McKenzie & Willis with a backdrop of Dulux Southern Alps and flooring in Dulux Motutapu Island.
Spicy citrus and harissa carrot soup
This nourishing carrot soup is quick and easy to make for a tasty meal on the go. You can spice it up or keep it simple. Just add your favourite bread and enjoy this warming classic.
Neon lights
A playful approach to colour and a willingness to try new things combine in this beautiful London home of two architects and their children.
Going dutch
This exquisite South African home references traditional Cape Dutch architecture and creates a contemporary new order with a vineyard and a gin garden.
Living your best lifestyle
The team at Jennian Homes Canterbury prides itself on building spaces that are all about you. This award-winning Ashburton display home proves just that.
Nice and narrow
A narrow site with limited access meant challenging work for this Cashmere home build. But Hillview Construction made easy work of the beautiful result.
Sunlit sanctuary
In the middle of a 10-acre plot in the Canterbury idyll of Eyreton, sits this award-winning triumph of timber, sympathetically renovated by Urbane Construction.
Inner-city haven
A move to the centre of town has proved just the ticket for the delighted owners of this elegant home in Christchurch’s CBD, built by M O Brown Builders Limited.