Belinda and Steve Ellis from Bayleys Fendalton explain why selling your home in the cooler months can make for an outstanding result.
Luxurious layering
Katy Husband from Feather and Oak interiors shares some of her favourite ways to create a comfy home this season.
The greatest of ease
This contemporary space is styled using neutrals from either end of the spectrum to create a harmonious feel and timeless sense of refinement.
Ginger date and salted caramel self-saucing pudding
Local raw food wranglers Margo and Rosa Flanagan are Two Raw Sisters with a delicious array of plant-based recipes across two cookbooks. This hot pudding is one of their favourites, and it’s a delectable way to spice up your winter.
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.
A design for life
Architectural designer James Hunter conceived this substantial St Albans home for his family, which was expertly brought to life by DJ Hewitt Builders.
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.
One way or another
Our in-house colour visionary Alex Fulton brings out the best in the Forma Mean Chair from McKenzie & Willis with a backdrop of Dulux Southern Alps and flooring in Dulux Motutapu Island.
Spicy citrus and harissa carrot soup
This nourishing carrot soup is quick and easy to make for a tasty meal on the go. You can spice it up or keep it simple. Just add your favourite bread and enjoy this warming classic.
Neon lights
A playful approach to colour and a willingness to try new things combine in this beautiful London home of two architects and their children.
Going dutch
This exquisite South African home references traditional Cape Dutch architecture and creates a contemporary new order with a vineyard and a gin garden.
Living your best lifestyle
The team at Jennian Homes Canterbury prides itself on building spaces that are all about you. This award-winning Ashburton display home proves just that.
Nice and narrow
A narrow site with limited access meant challenging work for this Cashmere home build. But Hillview Construction made easy work of the beautiful result.
Sunlit sanctuary
In the middle of a 10-acre plot in the Canterbury idyll of Eyreton, sits this award-winning triumph of timber, sympathetically renovated by Urbane Construction.
Inner-city haven
A move to the centre of town has proved just the ticket for the delighted owners of this elegant home in Christchurch’s CBD, built by M O Brown Builders Limited.
Building a healthier future
This sustainably built demonstration home from Health Based Building is a new icon for the clean air revolution that’s sweeping through the construction industry.
Lost & found
Bring some love into your home this season with dried plants and second-hand treasures.
The kings of heat
With the cooler weather comes the need to turn up the heat. Blaze King from Heatstore brings long-lasting, sustainable warmth to your winter.
Back to nature
Wānaka entrepreneurs Ben Wilson and Amanda Dorset have developed a unique natural furniture concept crafted from pure New Zealand sheepskin. Co-founder Amanda tells us about rethinking how we lounge, and working with New Zealand’s favourite natural resource.
Fireplace refresh
Creating beautiful warmth in your home is essential as the winter months approach. We’ve gathered the latest tips from Simply Heat and Escea on finding the right fireplace for your new home or renovation.