WALLPAPER A NEW CANVAS FOR YOUR HOME
From striking murals and tactile textures to wallpaper printed from your own photographs or artwork, today’s wallpaper offers almost limitless creative possibilities. Discover the latest trends, DIY-friendly options and how a single wall can completely transform a room. MORE THAN JUST A FEATURE WALL Wallpaper has come a long way from the heavy patterns and […]
THE SECRET TO A KITCHEN THAT JUST WORKS
Good kitchen design is about more than style. From smarter layouts and better workflow to creating space for couples and families to cook together, discover how the right design can make every day in the kitchen easier, more enjoyable and surprisingly harmonious. KITCHEN DYNAMICS The kitchen has become the social heart of the modern home. […]
FLOORING: WHAT’S NEW UNDERFOOT?
Flooring has come a long way in recent years. From ultra-realistic timber-look finishes and waterproof hybrid flooring to quieter, warmer and more sustainable materials, discover the innovations changing the way Kiwi homeowners think about what’s underfoot. MORE CHOICE UNDERFOOT If you’ve not looked at flooring for a few years, you might be surprised by how […]
SAVE WATER, SAVE MONEY: WINTER’S SECRET TO A GREENER SUMMER GARDEN
The best time to prepare your garden for summer isn’t when the heat arrives. It’s now. From rainwater tanks and trickle irrigation to smarter planting and simple maintenance, discover how a few winter projects can keep your garden thriving while reducing your water bills. Winter may not seem like the time to think about […]
CARPET: Wool or Synthetic? Finding the right carpet for your home.
THE GREAT CARPET DEBATE A new carpet can completely change the feel of a home. It makes rooms warmer, quieter and more comfortable, while giving the whole house a fresh new look. Once you’ve settled on a colour, however, the next decision is often the biggest one. Should you choose wool or synthetic? Your choice […]
Growing Season
Autumn is one of the most productive times to start a vegetable garden. With the right crops and conditions, even a small setup can deliver steady harvests through winter. Autumn is often seen as the point where the garden slows down. In practice, it’s when conditions become more stable and, for many crops, more productive. […]
Small-Space Gardening Ideas That Work
You don’t need a large backyard to grow fresh produce. Some of the most productive gardens come from rethinking small or underused spaces and turning them into practical growing areas. The kitchen benchtop garden A sunny windowsill or kitchen bench can support a surprisingly useful mini garden. Herbs such as basil, parsley, chives and coriander […]
REAL WINTER WARMTH
A wood-burning fireplace can change both the feel and performance of a home through winter. As energy costs rise, many homeowners are reconsidering wood burners not just for their ambience, but for their ability to deliver powerful, efficient heat with predictable running costs. A fireplace remains one of the most effective and appealing ways to […]
Deck Care – leading into winter
Decks are a defining feature of the modern Kiwi home. They extend living spaces outdoors, connect interiors with the landscape, and create areas for entertaining, relaxing and everyday use. With the right care, a well-built deck can perform for many years, but it does require ongoing attention. Pictured: stunning decking project in Thermory Ash Decking […]
WATER SMART
Summer places the greatest strain on household water systems. Hot weather, dry conditions, and increased outdoor use all push supply and pressure harder than at any other time of year. It is often during summer that problems first become visible, from weak outdoor taps and inconsistent showers to irrigation systems that fail to deliver enough […]