The dream of a better life took one young Auckland couple from the rat race to the wide-open spaces of Rolleston, where they built their ideal lifestyle with Golden Homes.
All in Kitchen
Mediterranean memories
In a secluded position overlooking Pegasus Bay, sits this cherished 20-year-old family home, expertly updated by DJ Hewitt Builders and Johnston Architects.
Sustainability on show
Blum has built a new showroom for storage inspiration, with innovative design from Warren and Mahoney Architects.
All under one roof
Manufacturers and installers of quality joinery, Misco Joinery, not only create your cabinetry, they have a team of experts who will help you design the ideal solution for you.
Help is at hand
When renovating or restoring, the discovery of asbestos, toxic mould or any type of contamination can be scary. MBC Environmental Solutions can fix those headaches so that you can get on with the fun side of renovating.
A fresh take
Renovating your home need not break the bank, and manufacturer and supplier, Eurotech Lighting, recommend upgrading your lighting as a budget-friendly way to refresh your interiors.
Tiling for the long haul
Operating in Christchurch for over 40 years, Brymac Tiles continues to SET TRENDS THAT last the distance. The Christchurch tile experts offer a vast array of tiling products, selected with care to stand the test of time.
True blue
Clay, plywood and a splash of Yves Klein Blue combine to stunning effect in the London home of a fashion designer, her architect husband and their two daughters.
Fresh kitchen ideas
With a brand new year ahead of us, what better time to look at what’s trending in kitchen joinery? abode spoke to head designer, Lauren Martin, of Misco Joinery in Christchurch, to gain insights into the latest and greatest.
The hub
In the modern household, the kitchen is typically at the centre of family life, and at Misco Joinery, the team firmly believes it’s the most important space in your home.
The quiet kitchen
With kitchens located in the heart of our living areas, noise levels can be a big issue. Abode’s kitchen design expert, Nicky Claridge of NC Design, introduces some of her favourite quiet kitchen technology.
From dream to reality
Thanks to Palazzo Kitchens’ state-of-the-art design technology, clients can now expect a next-level customer experience.
Functioning with style
When it comes to kitchens, bathrooms and laundries, the experienced team from Ellen Estate Interiors believes these areas should be highly functional and also completed with style.
What’s fresh in lighting?
Innovative lighting manufacturer and supplier, Eurotech Lighting, proudly introduces the 2020 collection; offering an enticing new range of residential lighting fixtures.
Seeing is believing
Abode's kitchen design expert, Nicky Claridge of NC Design, talks to us about the increasing demand for the warmth and beauty of timber in the kitchen. Thanks to some new products on the market, achieving this look has never been more accessible or more affordable.
Buon Appetito!
Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, you can’t go wrong with a delicious meal of pasta, especially when it’s homemade.
Waste not
Lately, household waste has become a hot topic in the kitchen design world and with the recent ban on single-use plastic bags, and a renewed push to reduce, reuse and recycle, planning how to take care of your household rubbish has become a vital part of any design solution.
Southern Beauty
Guest kitchen design expert, Sandy Eagle, recently completed a fabulous kitchen for a family bach in Tarras, Central Otago. Here she tells us what went into achieving the stunning look, and superb functionality.
All under one roof
Palazzo Kitchens’ spacious showroom is the perfect place to start the search for your dream kitchen.
A legacy of quality
With a reputation for quality products, workmanship and service, Brymac Tiles has been looking after customers in Christchurch for 40 years.