New Neutrals: Resene
Our concept of what a neutral colour looks like is changing. No longer are we talking only about whites, creams, beiges and greys – some surprising new neutrals are in the mix. Among them are a range of terracotta shades, from subtle apricot tones all the way through to sun-baked clay. While not […]
Exceeding expectations: DJ Hewitt Builders
A close collaboration between builder and designer created a home where every space suits the realities of family life. James and Micayela Hunter have three daughters and their new St Albans home passed the ultimate functional test – a birthday sleepover for 10. An architectural designer, James has worked with Daryl Hewitt of […]
Touch of gold
Nothing delights the eye quite so much as the glitter of gold. Wherever gold is, gloom is dispelled. Be it the ring on your finger, the scarf around your neck, or the coverlet adorning your bed, there’s something about gold. Here are a few ways to get a touch of gold in your home this […]
Kitchens with punch: Misco Joinery
Kitchen design in 2020 is going to be all about introducing feature colours and textures that add depth and style. Moving away from neutral tones and white features, we’re now looking ahead to a whole new world of design to create a much more personalised, user-friendly influence for the heart of your home. […]
Desert Diamond
Not too long ago, this gorgeous mellow-toned room would likely have been awash in millennial pinks, but there’s a subtle shift away from that side of the spectrum into the trendy tones of peaches and nudes. Why use just one peach or nude tone when you can use a few by way of […]
Every step of the way: Jennian Homes
From the moment you walk through the door of Jennian Homes’ Canterbury Studio J Design Centre, or one of their stunning display homes, you can be assured the experienced team will be with you every step of the way as you start creating your dream home. Specialising in design and build packages, the […]
Dream Weaver
Rattan is weaving its way into our homeware dreams – and with the wicker of a finger, the dream becomes a reality. Now you can get the island resort feeling in your home year-round; rattan has returned to our Pinterest boards and our homes. Most often, this type of furniture was confined to […]
Whitewashed Wonder: Resene
This fresh, cool room manages to take the essence of trendy Scandi cool and blend it with a distinctly local, natural style. The walls retain a modern minimalist look with the use of Resene Colorwood Whitewash, allowing the beauty of the wood grain to show through and add visual texture. The floor, painted […]
Savvy storage: here’s how
Stuff; we all have it and it’s great – until it gets in your way and becomes unwieldy, annoying clutter. We need clear space to think; to feel; to be; a space that allows us to gather ourselves while we rest from the stimulation of the outside world. With smaller dwellings becoming ever […]
Chalk it up
If you thought that the last time you would encounter the word ‘chalk’ would be in primary school, then you may have to think again. Originally created by the paint brand Annie Sloan, chalk paint is a fun new way to give your house a vintage feel or try something entirely new. The paint is […]