With clever use of lighting in your bathroom, Eurotech Lighting shows how you can create the luxury feel of an at-home spa.
All in Style
At the top of her game
abode goes behind the scenes to meet with award-winning interior designer Davinia Sutton and explores what’s behind the success of her company, Detail by Davinia Sutton.
Inside your world of bespoke living
If you’ve been wanting to put together a new look for your home or living space but need some inspiration, then the Frobisher showroom and design team can help you find your own unique style.
One way or another - Dusk and moonlight
Here a rich colour palette of Resene Matchmaker and Resene Ghost complements the classic style of the CC Interiors Broste Oak Desk from Ballantynes.
One way or another - Rustic eclectic
The CC Interiors Broste Oak Desk from Ballantynes shows its rustic side against a layered backdrop of Resene Swiss Caramel, Resene Manuka Honey and Resene Pearl Lusta.
Pattern play
Is there any colour combination more classic than black and white? Resene demonstrates the timeless minimalism of this dynamic duo.
Less is more
More and more of us are choosing to build small. Gregg Architectural Builders shows how to create joy in the small and functional with this unique home on the hills of Christchurch.
One way or another - Coastal calm
Here the Thomas Bina Blaine Media Console from Frobisher is the centre piece for a calm, coastal living room with a backdrop in Resene Bud and Resene Half Villa White.
One way or another - French resolution
The elegant lines of Thomas Bina Blaine Media Console from Frobisher are accentuated by this playful, French inspired colour palette featuring Resene Half Resolution blue and Resene Smashing.
Just right for you
Have you ever felt like a room was “not quite right”, but just couldn’t put your finger on what was wrong with it? It could be the rug placement, colour or size. abode looks at what Bremworth has to offer to solve our dilemmas.
Sofa transformations
How a classic, luxurious, Hamptons style sofa can transform your living space with the help of OneWorld Collection, in Christchurch.
10 years of outstanding homes
Since March 2012, abode has been shining a light on the work of some of the most exceptional builders in Canterbury and the South Island. Here we reflect on and celebrate a few of our favourite homes and the builders behind them.
Feeling fire
A home essential for the coming winter season is beautiful warmth. Simply Heat and Escea share their latest tips on choosing the right fireplace for your home or renovation.
One way or another - cosy nook
In this look, three colours create a calm space with Resene Cashmere, Resene Twine and Resene Lone Ranger featuring alongside the Betty Bouclé Occasional Chair by Le Forge from Ballantynes.
One way or another - Sunset sanctuary
The Betty Bouclé Occasional Chair by Le Forge from Ballantynes sets the scene for a mid-century inspired reading corner with walls in Resene Sunbaked and contrasting designs in Resene Roxy.
Bespoke living
The name Frobisher is synonymous with bespoke interiors, from the iconic showroom on Manchester Street to the exceptional interior design service. To mark International Women’s Day, three of Frobisher’s dynamic leading women give us a glimpse into their roles within the company.
Find your zen
From simple designs and geometrics to the bold use of natural colours, Japanese design aesthetics bring a calming influence into our interiors. This Japanese-inspired home office from Resene is a beautiful example of earth-toned minimalism.
New horizons
Just a stone’s throw from the lake and town of Wānaka sits this exquisite forever family home, immaculately built by SMBC Architectural Builders.
A landscape for living
With vistas to the Southern Alps, parklands, streams and lakes, this characterful contemporary home from Metzger Builders enjoys a rural setting in Clearwater, just minutes from central Christchurch.
Character features
Architectural features such as cornices or mouldings can add character, but homes without these can be just as alluring. Resene shows us how to add interest and amplify walls with colour and design features.