Alex Fulton turns her expert eye to styling the Mayfair Houndstooth Occasional Chair from Frobisher in this colourful, Mondrian inspired space, with primary colours of Resene Turbo, Resene Resolution Blue and Resene Havoc.
One way or another - Black and White
Alex Fulton takes colour curation to the next level styling this locally made houndstooth chair from Frobisher against dramatic monochromatic layers of Resene Black and Resene Eighth Black White.
Nature-inspired, NZ made wool carpets
Inspired by nature, the new Essentialist carpet range, like all Bremworth carpets, is made with 100 per cent New Zealand wool.
Beautiful from every angle
Laying out a room has never been easier, with BoConcept’s new collection featuring the Bergamo sofa and the Fiorentina dining table.
The recipe for kitchen lighting
Warmer weather welcomes a new season of family dinners and alfresco dining. However, incorrect placing of lights can make kitchen preparation and presentation more difficult than it needs to be. Justine Hickie from Eurotech Lighting, shares her tips on the perfect lighting for cooking up a storm.
Olive and let live
While greens, in general, have been coming back in a big way, olive green is the perfect middle ground, lending its warming character to this stylish living space from Resene.
Spring refresh
With the onset of spring comes the deep urge to refresh and rejuvenate our homes and create new moments within them. Katy Husband from Feather and Oak Interiors shares her insights on how to prepare your home for the season.
A location with a lifestyle
Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes considers how the growth of Christchurch’s central city benefits the surrounding areas, making homeownership with a great lifestyle a more achievable goal.
Creative industry
Inside an old Berlin factory, interior architect and artist Ewelina Makosa and designer Jan Garncarek have created an inspiring, light-filled art studio.
Healthier homes for Aotearoa
Abode’s new columnist, director of the Healthy Home Cooperation, Damien McGill, is on a mission to change the way we design and build homes in Aotearoa and is here to answer your questions on how you can create a healthier home.
Coconut turmeric dhal
You won’t find this comforting dahl recipe from Two Raw Sisters in either of their cookbooks, it’s an Abode magazine exclusive. Margo and Rosa’s favourite winter warmer is filled with delicious spices, red lentils, coconut cream, garlic and ginger, and it’s a great one for the freezer.
Living outside the box
The desire for a slower pace of life led one family to wānaka, where Chilton and Mayne Architecture and Smitheram’s Building created them a home to match the grandeur of the views.
Consistently calm
“A sense of calm” was how judges summed up this New Zealand Institute of Architects award-winning home – a collaborative approach by John Creighton Builders and Rural Workshop Architecture. We couldn’t agree more.
In pursuit of paradise
A simple brief to Barry Connor Design led to the creation of this brave and bold home built by JM Bint Construction. It’s a unique place to relax and marvel in the Mackenzie Country.
A sense of adventure
A love of the environment and the great outdoors inspired this elevated Mt Pleasant home. Borrmeister Architects and Parker Construction can be proud of this max-view, hilltop sensation.
What a transformation!
Enjoy your outdoor area all year round with Louvre Concepts.Create a cozy outdoor room to make the most out of your space no matter the season.
Borrowing from the past
Embedded in the design and construction of this sophisticated Christie Brothers Building home near Wānaka, is the owner’s nostalgia for a beloved family property in Central Otago.
In the right light
With shorter days now upon us, inadequate exterior lighting becomes noticeable. Justine Hickie from Eurotech Lighting shares some guidelines for creating an effective outdoor lighting plan.
Create the right conditions
Enjoying your outdoor living space in winter can be a challenge. Darren Munden from Mico shows us how to create the perfect heated ambience all year round.
Sun-day style
Whether your outdoor area is big or small, creating an outdoor patio that’s stylish, welcoming and cosy, will not only make this area an extra living space, but a destination.