Gold Rush
Metallic accents have been at the forefront of kitchen decor over the last few seasons as an easy way to transform the basic into the sophisticated. But lately its vast metallic surfaces that are sizzling hot and turning up in unexpected places like backsplashes, benchtops, islands and cabinetry. Luminous gold, brass and copper have the […]
Is the Subway tile out of style?
The turn of the century saw one of the most timeless interior design elements enter the kitchen straight from the walls of the New York Subway. But lately trendsetters and designers have questioned if Subway tiles have us stuck in a style comfort zone. We say no. They are so versatile with colour, layout and […]
The Rise of the Floating Vanities
As a bathroom design element, floating vanities are certainly having their time in the sun. Wall mounted and suspended above floor level, they can have a significant impact in both small and large bathrooms by adding a sense of space. With this style of vanity it is better if the plumbing components go into the […]
Black is the new black
Once there was a time when colour choice in bathroom waterware was everywhere; with avocado, shell pink, sunny yellow, dusky brown and baby blue liberally used across matching suites, often complemented by mosaic tiles in similar hues. Then those colours disappeared as stark white became the bathroom staple in basins, baths and shower trays, while […]
Wood cabinetry is back in the kitchen
Kitchen cabinets are not just for storage. As the biggest outward facing surface area, those kitchen surfaces are also your best opportunity to make a bold design statement in the home. Seventies kitchen cabinetry had a love affair with wood; usually a honey spice or dark walnut stain, raised panel cathedral doors and bold grain […]
Reno planning like a pro
Planning to Perfection We’ve all heard the key to a successful renovation is in the planning; a project that’s completed both on time and most importantly within budget is key to enjoying your newly renovated kitchen, bathroom or outdoor area. The Auckland Home Show is your best option for beginning your renovation conversation; we have […]
Name that expert
Often, you’ll hear the phrases “go get some expert advice” or “talk to the experts” when it comes to building and renovation work. But if you’ve never built a home before or this is your first time renovating, then it’s easy to wonder just WHO these “experts” are, and question how are they going to […]
Renovations
If you’re in the market for some reno work before summer – then we’ve got the ideas and inspiration for you! Kiwis love their homes. We love selling them, we love buying them and above all we love to personalise and hopefully add value to them thanks to some renovation work. Now that Spring has […]
Deck Envy
Kiwis love a back deck, it’s in our cultural makeup. But what are the top decking trends for 2018? We’ve rounded up our top finds for you! Extending out your living space to ‘bring the outside in’ is second nature to Kiwis. We love to combine the best of both worlds through creating a usable […]
How to Update Your Room on a Budget
Award winning Devonport based Interior Designer, Amanda Neill, has extensive interior design training both internationally and locally. Having designed residential and commercial interiors for many years, her projects have been published on numerous occasions, showcasing her eclectic style. With her extensive knowledge of colour and global interior trends, we felt we needed to sit down […]