Getting Cosy in Winter
Don’t let the cooler weather get you down; follow these 6 easy steps to transform your home into the welcoming, warm and cosy haven of your wintery dreams… 1. Throw in some cushions and blankets Cushions of faux fur, of rich jewelled velvet tones and thick, textured natural fibres are all on trend for winter […]
Backyard Drama
With the Auckland Harbour Bridge upgrading its lighting department, we thought it time to address our own outdoor lighting situation; and while a rainbow colour spectrum might not be your thing, it pays to look at your outdoor area and see where you can shine a light. Landscape lighting is designed to increase your enjoyment […]
Modern Trend Report: Geometrics
Bold Geometric Patterns of yesteryear are back and sharper than ever. Those of us that’ve been round for a few (ahem) decades now will notice styles from childhood suddenly ‘in vogue’ again. The bold lines of geometric patterning are one of those remembered trends but in 2017, its revitalised and expressed through a fresh and […]
Kitchen Love
5 ways to easily reinvigorate your kitchen on a budget A full kitchen renovation can be a big investment but if that’s not in your budget right now don’t give up! We’ve put together 5 achievable and budget-friendly ways you can revitalise your kitchen space without having to go into flat-out demo mode. 1. Kitchen […]
Metal Madness
The molten glow of metallic continues to grow in popularity in 2017, retaining its place as one of the key trends for 2017. Whether it’s pendant light, plumbing fixture, an outdoor planter or a reclaimed furniture favourite, this warm or cool shiny tone continues to intrigue us with the way it automatically adds a little […]
A Pop of Colour
While a calming neutral is a homeowner’s best friend, sometimes it’s nice to throw our adult sensibilities away and embrace our childhood love of vibrant, bold colour. You don’t have to go all-out and start painting the ceiling fushia (though if that’s what your heart desires then go for it), just begin by introducing colour […]
Find your Plant Soulmate
Indoor plants continue to grow in popularity, livening up or softening a rooms décor with little to no fuss. But for the novice planters amongst us, what to look for in a plant or how to ensure our plants last (hopefully) more than a week can be daunting. Let’s look at some of the easy-care […]
The Top Home Renovation Mistakes to Avoid
Don’t be fooled, those home renovations we’re used to seeing nightly on our small screens are not real life; big or small a home renovation costs both time and money. So, before you decide to take a sledge hammer to your kitchen wall this weekend, grab a cuppa and go through our list below to […]
Create timeless interior in 5 Steps
Elegant, enduring, subtle, understated – these are the words often used to describe a design considered to be timeless. But how do you introduce a timeless look in your home? What makes a unique and timeless home design? Despite its awe-inspiring presence, this look is relatively easy to achieve, so let’s look at how you […]
Wallpaper Trends
From digital prints to textured wall coverings, wallpaper designs are hotting up. Plain-papered walls are passé. Today’s selection of wallpapers is more diverse and creative than ever. Think eye-popping patterns, hand-drawn illustrations and bold hues in a number of styles – vintage, retro, classical, floral, new vogue, Pacifica, Kiwiana, industrial chic, and contemporary luxury. These […]