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Abode Magazine
AOTEAROA HOMES + IDEAS + ADVICE
Just right for two
May 7

May 7 Just right for two

abode Magazine
Architecture, Bathroom, Flooring, Kitchen, Living, New Build

Not too big, not too small. When the owners of this Mt Pleasant beauty couldn’t find the two-bedroom home they wanted, they worked with John Ross Architectural Builders to build their gorgeous, compact new home.

Destined to be different
May 7

May 7 Destined to be different

abode Magazine
Architecture, Energy Efficiency, Home, Innovation, Kitchen, Lifestyle, New Build, Superhome

Halfway between Nelson and Motueka sits the Upper Moutere valley, home to a budding family wine and cider business and a newly built healthy home by Stephan Meijer Architects.

Welcome home
May 7

May 7 Welcome home

abode Magazine
Architecture, Kitchen, Lifestyle, New Build, Home, Living

This relaxed and stylish family holiday home, by South Architects and Gregg Architectural Builders, embraces the ideas of alpine and escapism in perfect, equal measures.

One way or another
May 7

May 7 One way or another

abode Magazine
Colour, Expert Advice, Interior Design, Style

Interior designer Alex Fulton brings her colour-loving enthusiasm to style this beautiful, locally designed Belle Interiors Cherry sofa from McKenzie & Willis with a warming backdrop of Resene Merlot Red and Resene Eighth Colins Wicket.

Interior evolution
May 7

May 7 Interior evolution

abode Magazine
Colour, Expert Advice, Flooring, Interior Design, Living, Services, Style

Nextdore is at the cutting edge of interior design innovation. We spoke to managing director Nick Dore and general manager Sharon Moore who told us about the extensive range on offer in their Christchurch showroom.

Designed with you in mind
May 7

May 7 Designed with you in mind

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Colour, Interior Design, Lifestyle, Services

McKenzie & Willis is the place to go for everything interiors with a complimentary, tailor-made interior design service led by Karen Powers.

Tile right first time
May 7

May 7 Tile right first time

abode Magazine
Bathroom, Expert Advice, Home, Kitchen, Materials, Services

Specialist tile suppliers and installers MO Tiles share their expert advice for achieving a beautiful look with tiles in your home.

Wool carpet is the new black
May 7

May 7 Wool carpet is the new black

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Energy Efficiency, Flooring, Home, Services

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
May 7

May 7 Unique, soft and luxurious

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Flooring, Home

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
May 7

May 7 The home inspiration precinct

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Interior Design

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
May 7

May 7 Feel inspired

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Garden, Landscaping, Lifestyle, Outdoor Living

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
May 7

May 7 A healthy place

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Garden, Landscaping, Outdoor Living

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
May 7

May 7 Embrace the season

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Home, Services

Belinda and Steve Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton explain why selling your home in the cooler months can make for an outstanding result.

Luxurious layering
May 7

May 7 Luxurious layering

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Home, Interior Design, Style

Katy Husband from Feather and Oak interiors shares some of her favourite ways to create a comfy home this season.

The greatest of ease
May 7

May 7 The greatest of ease

abode Magazine
Colour, Expert Advice

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
May 7

May 7 Ginger date and salted caramel self-saucing pudding

abode Magazine
Food

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
May 7

May 7 The only constant 
is change

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, Home, Services

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
May 7

May 7 A design for life

abode Magazine
Home, Kitchen, New Build, Architecture, Bathroom, Living

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
Mar 4

Mar 4 The new normal

abode Magazine
Expert Advice, New Build, Services

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
Mar 4

Mar 4 One way or another

abode Magazine
Colour, Expert Advice, Interior Design, Materials, Style

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.

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