Summer in Aotearoa has its own kind of magic. Long evenings, warm mornings, and a season that naturally pulls us outdoors. It’s also the time we refresh our homes, plan projects, fire up the BBQ, and start dreaming about the year ahead – and we wanted to give you something that sparks that same feeling.

Inside this Summer edition, you’ll find a mix of ideas, trends, and inspiration from the people who know home living best: our Auckland Home Show exhibitors. From outdoor styling and entertaining, to easy landscaping ideas, tiny-bach dreaming, smart home updates, and a Christmas gift guide curated by our team – it’s a little something from us to you.

We’re thrilled to finally share INSPIRE with you, and even more excited that this is just the beginning. Every quarter, you’ll receive a fresh edition filled with seasonal home ideas, project advice, and inspiration handpicked for Kiwi living – all completely free for our subscribers.

Settle in, make a cuppa (or grab a cold drink), and enjoy the very first issue of INSPIRE.

— The Auckland Home Show Team