With an expanding family in mind, an Ashburton-couple approached David Chilton from Chilton and Mayne Architecture, to design a hearty, family home that would last for many years to come.
The big picture
Beauty and sustainability combine in this award-winning home on the banks of the Wairarapa stream in Merivale, the pride of a 40-year career for its owners from Home Trends Builders.
A legacy of breathtaking beauty
Fastidiously built, this home by DCD Ltd is an award-winning example of how a home can be a sustainable masterpiece and an outstanding beauty.
Perfection at the pinnacle
A young family enjoys this elegant, substantial home from Gregg Architectural Builders on one of the highest residential streets in Mt Pleasant, making the most of the views and the environment.
Outdoor overhaul
Is your backyard in need of a revamp? Spring is the perfect time of year to take a fresh look at your plants and trees and get the garden ready for the warmer weather.
A little bit of bush in the backyard
Tony Milne from Rough and Milne ponders the incredible outdoor paradise we all share and how to incorporate it into our own patch of wilderness.
Looking good on the outside
As we make our way towards the warmer seasons, Steve and Belinda Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton share their thoughts on how to get your home ready for outdoor living.
One way or another - Mondrian
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.