Futureproof Floors
Because floors are something you don’t want to have to change more than once in a home’s lifetime, the selection of floorboards that are timeless and immune to changing trends is vital. Luckily, we live in a time of wide variety in flooring so you can find the perfect look that’s both attractive and enduring. […]
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 […]
Urban Balcony & Courtyards
As more Kiwis are choosing apartment living or downsizing to smaller spaces, a balcony or courtyard is increasingly becoming the only space they have linked to the outdoors. Usually these aren’t large areas and without care they can easily becoming a dumping ground for that ageing mountain bike and laundry drying racks. But a small […]
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 […]
How to take colour outside
Outdoor furniture is not a frequent purchase, and if made from quality materials it can last for many years. But this longevity makes it an important decision. As always the best advice is to talk to someone who works with colour on a regular basis, as they can introduce you to possibilities and combinations you […]
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 […]
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 […]