The Wakatipu Basin is known for its stunning landscapes and prized properties. This home, designed by
MAS Architecture, takes luxury living to the next level.
For the love of interiors
You want a beautiful interior for your home that’s both functional and inviting. BoConcept has all the answers – with the passion and expertise to match.
Celebrate with stylish simplicity
abode gets a sneak peek on the Christmas Edit at Frobisher. Inspired by Danish minimalism, sourced locally and pulled together to create a modern yet pared-back Christmas look, this collection can work cohesively all year round.
Good for the soul
There are boundless treasures that nature has to offer us. Finding ways to connect with these treasures in spaces close to home is the skill of award-winning garden design and planting professionals, Green Therapy.
Families on the move
Total Realty director and mother of four Rachael Cone shows families moving house how to set the scene for a smooth transition.
Anzac and strawberry dessert salad
Two Raw Sisters, Margo and Rosa Flanagan, love making salads fun and exciting to eat. In this delicious sweet salad, the ‘grain’ component is the Anzac cookies, the ‘dressing’ is the burnt caramel yoghurt and the ‘fruit and vegetable’ element is the roasted strawberries with fresh mint. Just like a savoury salad, it’s perfect for sharing.
Seasons in the sun
Built over three cleverly stepped levels, this holiday home on South Africa’s pristine Garden Route combines sculptural architecture with simple, pared-back interiors.
Swimming upstream
From the mountains to the sea, Tony Milne from Rough Milne Mitchell follows the braided rivers of the South Island, tracing the changing landscape and restoring ecosystems.
A brighter year ahead
As we leave the uncertainty of the past two years behind us, Katy Husband from Feather and Oak explores the interior design trends set to brighten up our homes in the year ahead.
A healthy home for Christmas
From sharing his knowledge on building components and systems, Damien McGill from the Healthy Home Cooperation now shines a light on an expert business that follows these principles to create a healthy home.
Making the leap
With summer upon us, now is the perfect time to consider the benefits of a low-maintenance artificial lawn from SmartGrass to maximise your outdoor space.
A nurturing nook
Resene shows us that when you create a little corner to read and relax in, the ‘rest’ will follow.
Luxurious lawn
For the owners of this beautiful home in the idyllic Lake Hayes area of Central Otago, having SmartGrass installed in the grounds enabled them to achieve their landscaping brief for a perfect lawn.
The stars align
M.M Linen, the boutique bed linen, textiles and homewares brand, has opened a retail store in Elmwood, Christchurch. abode takes a look inside.
What is in a view
Tony Milne from Rough Milne Mitchell views the landscape from the clouds as he ponders the ephemeral highlights and temporal nature of our seasons.
It’s a match!
To seamlessly integrate your wall colours with your flooring, Bremworth has teamed up with Interior Stylist Megan Morton, to give you a colour matching guide.
Playing with proportions
Katy Husband from Feather and Oak shows us how to create a statement interior by maximising the scale of feature furnishings to bring a sense of drama and intrigue.
The personal touch
If you’re looking to add a personal touch to your home without breaking the bank, working with recycled building materials is a fantastic option. We find out more with Musgroves.
Increase your street appeal
Outdoor spaces are a big draw card for home buyers, so it’s not surprising that homeowners frequently ask Rachael Cone at Total Realty how to enhance their outdoor spaces.
Purposeful design
The average dining table lasts for around two decades in most homes, so it’s no surprise that choosing the right one is not an easy task. Danish furniture brand BoConcept understands this need for timeless design that’s built to last.