This lovingly restored farmhouse in South Africa is a vibrant mix of pattern, nostalgia and creative charm, where every detail tells a story.
All in Colour
Come together
A celebration of place, friendship and sustainable living, this thoughtful home was designed by Performance Architecture and built by Clive Barrington Construction.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Room service
Decor and styling ideas from those in the know.
Special vintage
Charming and elegant, yet without a trace of pretension, this unique Cape Town cottage is a masterclass in irreverent style.
Room service
Decor and styling ideas from those in the know.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Room service
Decor and styling ideas from those in the know.
Simple pleasures
Inspired by nature on the island of Mallorca, Spain, this young family’s holiday retreat combines laidback style with emotional appeal.
Rural retreat
A lifestyle site on the outskirts of T ̄amakimakaurau boasts a stunning family sanctuary thanks to the construction expertise of Mack Built Sheds and the interior design detailing of Durrant Design.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Inside style
Colour advice from New Zealand’s best designers and architects.
Memory and sensory
Creating a journey of enrichment and wellbeing requires structure as well as beauty, says Tony Milne of Rough Milne Mitchell Landscape Architects.
Gifting edit
abode stylists unwrap the joy of gifting with these curated home pieces, perfect for the festive season.
Gifting edit
abode stylists unwrap the joy of gifting with these curated home pieces, perfect for the festive season.
Relax and enjoy
Kick back and settle into the best of the summer season
Spring edit
abode stylists embrace the season's new look and bring a breath of spring into the home.