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.
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Maximise your space
Small office and living spaces can be easily optimised with these clever concepts from Blum, giving you more space to enjoy your home.
Detoxify your air
Many of us use technology to monitor our wellbeing, from what we eat to how much we exercise. The new uHoo allows us to take control of our health by monitoring unseen toxins in the air.
One way or another
Colour guru and interior stylist Alex Fulton works her magic on the Madras Link Ponte Brass Console table from Ballantynes, against a backdrop of Resene Double Kalgoorie Sands and resene eighth kalgoorie sands.
Individuality by design
Danish design store BoConcept has a reputation for timeless, quality design. Christchurch showroom manager Maika Grant shares some of the customisable options from the dining collection.
A reflection of you
With its design and build offering, Jennian Homes Canterbury can now turn your dream home ideas into a reality.
Plans for the land
When searching for the right section to build on or subdivide, there are many things to consider. Jenny Autridge and Jeremy Elrick from Elrick and Co look at the factors involved.
Make your home a haven
There’s nothing like a trip to a spa for refreshing the senses. Belinda and Steve Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton tell us how to bring that feeling home for everyday living.
Interior evolution
Nextdore is at the cutting edge of interior design innovation. We spoke to managing director Nick Dore and general manager Sharon Moore who told us about the extensive range on offer in their Christchurch showroom.
Designed with you in mind
McKenzie & Willis is the place to go for everything interiors with a complimentary, tailor-made interior design service led by Karen Powers.
Tile right first time
Specialist tile suppliers and installers MO Tiles share their expert advice for achieving a beautiful look with tiles in your home.
Wool carpet is the new black
Beautiful, natural wool is enjoying a renaissance, once again becoming a popular flooring choice. Katrina Anderson from The Flooring Centre, tells us about the many benefits of choosing pure New Zealand wool carpet.
Embrace the season
Belinda and Steve Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton explain why selling your home in the cooler months can make for an outstanding result.
The only constant is change
Buying a new home can be a daunting experience in an unpredictable market. Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes sheds some light on how to keep things under control.
The new normal
When it comes to building a home in a heated housing market, Dean McGuigan from Golden Homes says that time is most definitely on your side.
Cosy up to autumn
Katy Husband from Feather and Oak tells us how to enjoy coming in from the cold with some stylish ways to warm up our homes.
Reaping what you sow
Our gardening guru Kim Odering from KO & Co, lends her advice on how to get the best results from your garden this season.
A project with passion
With many years of real estate industry experience, Belinda and Steve Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton share some of their tried and true tips for budding home renovators.
Know thyself!
Whether you’re thinking of renovating or contemplating a kitchen as part of a new build, Sandy of Sandy Eagle Design, shares her top tips for designing the most frequently used room in the house.
The wild grace of potager
Potagers or kitchen gardens combine vegetables and ornamental plants with stunning results. Goom landscapes share their ideas from a christchurch garden which they designed.