Abode - Issue 48 - September/October 2020

AOTE AROA H O M ES + I D E A S + A DVI CE

SOUTHERN Wow factor in Wānaka

ELEVATED ELEGANCE Bach-inspired grandeur

BACKYARD PARADISE How to make your outdoors great

WHATEVER THE WEATHER A room for all seasons

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EDITOR'S NOTE

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s I write, it’s after 6 pm, and it’s still light. The summery sounds of touch rugby in progress provide a soundtrack from the park opposite. It’s spring! A time for fresh starts, and for me, that means my time as editor of Abode has come to an end.

My heartfelt thanks go to the small and dedicated Abode team who throw everything at this magazine every eight weeks to pull the issue together. Late nights and coffee-fuelled Zoom meetings are par for the course when the deadline looms, and I have been proud to be a part of a team that gives their all to make sure it’s just right.

As part of this role, I have been lucky enough to visit beautiful homes, chat with homeowners, builders and architects, and hear about every aspect of the craft that goes into making a clients’ hopes for their family home come to life. I have learned so much and met so many lovely people. Thanks to all of Abode’s clients who have made this job such a pleasure, and to the readers who write and tell us they enjoy our magazine.

Shelley Sweeney, the newly appointed editor, will take the reins from here, and continue to bring you fresh inspiration for your home. Shelley joins at an exciting time, as Abode expands its reach beyond Canterbury, and is now available to purchase throughout the South Island. For those of you who have picked up a copy for the first time, welcome, we hope you enjoy reading and we look forward to hearing from you.

So, that’s me. Thank you for reading.

Anna Scaife EDITOR anna@27publishers.co.nz

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CONTENTS

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CON T E N T S FE AT U R E S

HOMES

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HYGGE HAVEN

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ELEVATED ELEGANCE

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SHOWROOM ST YLE

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RAISING THE BAR

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SOUTHERN BEAUT Y

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BUILDING A BRIGHT FUTURE

Cool Nordic colours and warm textured layers

Bathroom trends on show

Hillside luxury with holiday style

An imposing family home with sweeping views

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BACKYARD PARADISE

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MAKE ROOM FOR THE BACKYARD CHEF!

A dream lifestyle for first-time buyers

Inspiration for outdoor entertaining

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LIVING OUTDOOR LIFE TO THE FULLEST A new look for all seasons

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ALL IN ONE

How to create your dream garden

WHATEVER THE WEATHER

Outdoor living under cover

LOVE FOR THE LONG TERM

Garden design to last a lifetime

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The ultimate retirement residence

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OPEN DAY

Laid-back sophistication with colourful cool

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GOLDEN HOMES

Indoor outdoor wow

Sidle up to spring

Laundry low-down

Getting it right first time

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FOOD

Lady Grey tea with raspberry macarons

R EG U L A R S

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READERS' LETTERS

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INSPIRING FINDS

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AT YOUR SERVICE

A majestic forever home built high on a ridge overlooking Lake Wanaka, from Johnston Architects and CDL Building.

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LETTERS

READERS' LETTERS

Letters to the editor with thoughts, musings, questions and requests from our readers.

A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

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The kitchen is very much the heart of the home, as seen in this home by Exo Construction.

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I completely fell in love with the ‘Enduring Style’ home featured in the July/August issue of Abode. Not only does it have stunning high ceilings and views worth staying home for, it also boasts one of the best bookcases I’ve ever seen. I’m feeling inspired and am planning for a bespoke bookcase of my own as we speak.

Hi Anna, what a great magazine! We have fully renovated our 1920s bungalow and used some of your articles to inspire us.

We have gone with our heart, not trends.

As William Morris said, “Do not have anything in your home that you don’t consider beautiful or useful.” As a result, we have a stunning, eclectic home.

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LY N N E , C A N T E R B U R Y

BRITISH DESIGNERS AT H O M E By: Jenny Rose-Innes Publisher: Hardie Grant Books (UK)

R O O M T O M OV E It’s great to see a kitchen/dining/living space that caters for a larger family (Abode July/August, ‘A breath of fresh air’). The kitchen is very much the heart of our home too, but it’s still a work in progress. This was definitely one for our home reno scrapbook.

MEL ANIE, ST ALBANS

SEASIDE DREAM What a fabulous job they did of the Kaikōura rebuild (Abode July/August, 'A Stone's Throw'). The new house suits the amazing site perfectly. Absolutely superb.

TIM, K AIAPOI

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AT HOME ON THE COAST

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INTERIOR TRENDS

IN S PIRIN G FINDS

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Subli m e spring pastels

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FROM COOL BLUES TO SUNNY HUES

Balad Garden Lamp Set in Nutmeg jardin.co.nz

Taper Carafe with Round and Square glasses in Yellow monmouthglassstudio.com Stripe Pillow Bean Bag cittadesign.com

Stitch & Hide Mia Wallet in Sage goodthing.co.nz

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INTERIOR TRENDS

Loft Dove Duvet Set wallacecotton.com

Ebbot Face Cushion boltofcloth.com

Cherry Blossom Jug hamptonsonhampstead.co.nz

Louisiane Bench in Ice Mint jardin.co.nz

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Modern muse A CLOSE LOOK AT THE L ATEST TRENDS

Makai Tiles in Marengo nextdore.co.nz

Ayana Outdoor Sofa matisse.co.nz

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Resene Rose Gold

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THIS BEDROOM HAS A TRANQUIL AND INVITING NORDIC MOOD B R O U G H T T O G E T H E R B Y R E S E N E W I T H L AY E R E D N AT U R A L F I B R E S A N D N E U T R A L T O N E S . T H E C A L M I N G B L U E- G R E E N B A C K D R O P I M B U E S T H E S PA C E W I T H A S E N S E O F S E R E N I T Y.

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ygge (pronounced hyoo-gah) is the Danish and Norwegian word for a mood of cosiness and comfort, with feelings of wellness and contentment at its forefront. It’s all about enjoying the simple things in life.

Pared down to the unfussy essentials, this restful bedroom embodies the principle of hygge. A Nordic blue-green, Resene Juniper, gives the walls a tranquil hue.

Timber flooring stained in Resene Colorwood Mid Greywash creates a soft, weathered look that goes well with virtually anything – ideal for a casual bach or an elegant home.

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Resene Dover White, the milky beige seen on the headboard, and Resene Sea Fog, the white with a hint of grey that’s been used on the nightstand and pendant lamp, are versatile neutrals that add balance while connecting with the artwork and bed linens.

Scandinavian design is inspired by nature, so natural fibres like stonewashed linen, cotton, rattan and wool are considered vital to creating a cosy and welcoming home. Quality linen becomes more beautiful over time. It’s breathable, keeping you cool in summer and warm in winter. Wool is not only cosy, but

durable and comfortable in all seasons.

This chunky textured woollen rug is hard-wearing and great for high-traffic areas. These natural fibres can be layered together, adding texture and depth to the room. When supported by an easy-on-theeyes colour palette, it’s a simple way to make your favourite relaxation space feel very hygge.

As always, it’s the details that really make a space shine – and this bedroom is no different. The ribbed vases in Resene Balderdash and Resene Double Sea Fog and the large basket in Resene Sea Fog build upon the colour palette, and the artistic splash of Resene Rose Gold metallic paint on the top of the pendant lamp shade act as points of difference, adding a stunning contrast.

If you’ve fallen in love with Resene Juniper as a wall colour but want to go for a different look, try it with a powerful steel blue like Resene Atomic, a modest taupe brown like Resene Zorba or a rich jewel tone like Resene Teal Blue.

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Indoor outdoor M E E T AB O D E' S N E W C O L U M N I S T, I N T E R I O R D E S I G N E R AND BUSINESS MANAGER EXTRAORDINAIRE, K AT H Y H U S B A N D , W H O T E L L S U S A L L A B O U T AN E XCITING TREND IN OUTDOOR FURNISHING.

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love interior design, styling, and beautiful things. I believe that when it comes to your home, it’s important not to worry about what everyone else thinks.

If you like the way it looks, if it tells part of your story and makes you happy, then it will work for you in your home.

If you’re a sunseeker like me then these longer and lighter evenings are welcome. Spring is upon us: the daffodils have started to toss their yellow heads in the breeze and the fruit trees are budding up in anticipation of warmer days. We can start to tidy away our cosy winter throws and spend Sunday afternoons drowsing in the warm spring sunshine with the fragrance of freshly cut grass.

As we transition towards spring and warmer temperatures, it is time to get our winter bodies back to some semblance of health and colour for the advent of dresses and t-shirts. So too, for our houses.

The sun’s rays in New Zealand are harsh on our interior environment. As we tend to orientate our houses towards the north and incorporate large windows to maximise the arc of the sun throughout the day, our interiors have to ‘do battle’

with the unfortunate downside of clear skies and brilliant sunshine. This leads to fading and rotting, caused by ultraviolet rays.

There are various treatments that can be used on windows to provide shade, such as sheer curtains, sunscreen blinds, translucent silhouettes, and shutters, as well as external screens and awnings.

One area that has advanced hugely over the last year or so, is the technology behind indoor/outdoor fabrics. We now have the ability to offer a wide range of fabrics for the sunny areas of your home that will be colour fast and sun resistant, such as velvets, luxurious weaves, bright patterns and stripes.

These materials look and feel like normal indoor fabrics however they are more than happy to resist UV and sit poolside, as well as fit with your interior aesthetic. If you have window seats or chairs placed in sunny corners, then cushions or beanbags in an indoor/ outdoor fabric would be a great choice.

Resistant fabrics also give you options to couple up functional and practical spaces. You could use indoor/outdoor rugs in hallways and sunny thoroughfares to ramp up comfort and provide aesthetic appeal. Indoor/outdoor rugs use manmade fibre and recycled plastics to create comfortable, soft rugs in a variety of colours and patterns. These rugs are just as happy in hard-working indoor areas of your home as outside. Also, as a mother of four children and various pets, I completely appreciate the ability to pick up the rug and hose it down outside! After three summers outside, my outdoor rug looks as good as new and I can’t wait for the warm temperatures to keep rising so we can unfurl it again.

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Jennian Homes are proud to have been building the homes that New Zealanders love for more than 35 years, so you can rest assured you’re in safe hands when you choose Jennian. The Canterbury team specialises in design and build and continue to set the bar when it comes to custom design and build projects. Create the home that’s perfect for you, your land and your lifestyle with our in-house architectural design service. Contact us today.

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Showroom style A S T H E H O U S I N G M A R K E T I N N E L S O N TA S M A N S T E A D I LY G R O W S , T H E R E H A S N E V E R B E E N A BETTER TIME FOR OAKLEYS PLUMBING SUPPLIES TO OPEN ITS NELSON SHOWROOM.

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esigned by award-winning designer Davinia Sutton and with nine concept bathrooms, Oakley’s Plumbing Supplies’ new Nelson showroom introduces a standard rarely seen in New Zealand showrooms before now. The new branch adds to the existing network of branches in Christchurch, Cromwell and Dunedin.

Owner and operator Clayton Knowles says moving into a new, custom building allowed them the room and flexibility to create something unique.

“We know people want to see a full range of products when choosing items for their homes, from the latest trends to classic architectural styling. And they want to see them working.”

Clayton says Nelson Tasman is a diverse market, with large sections of land being made available for new housing in Tasman, colonial villas dotting the Nelson hills and out-of-towners building second homes in Golden Bay holiday spots. A bathroomware showroom had to encompass all of these markets.

Clayton says their locally owned and operated status, and the history and capabilities of the wider Oakleys Group mean a lot to the supportive Nelson community.

With the experienced Lisa King-Turner at the showroom helm and four other showroom consultants, the company was never in a better position to open its latest store.

“Having the space for nine concept bathrooms allows us the luxury of catering to a wide range of style requirements and budgets,” Lisa says.

“Our bathrooms range from ultra contemporary, to ornate English styling.

We have a powder room with gold accented tapware, a wellness spa and a European suite. We have ensuites and family bathrooms which are realistically the size and scope of most people’s bathrooms.

“Davina has created these rooms with our amazing product lines and teamed them with impressive lighting, and beautiful tile, wallpaper and paint choices to showcase exactly what is achievable in today’s bathroom design world.”

The company offers more than bathrooms, however, and the showroom reflects this. It has working gas fires, a working kitchen, a laundry and a wet area where all the fixtures work. There’s even a working powder room complete with an intelligent toilet and jungle wallpaper.

The new showroom is at 10 Gladstone Road, Richmond and is open six days per week, Monday to Saturday.

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ith spring on the doorstep, it’s time to show some love to our outside spaces. While it’s easy to understand the benefits of sprucing things up in the garden, it can be challenging to visualise the landscaping options in our own back yards.

Whether you want a small spring transformation with some well-planned planting, an outdoor room, a swimming pool or a complete garden makeover, the experts are here to help.

One of the best ways to make the outdoors more accessible is to install louvres. They may look expensive, but this isn’t necessarily the case. There are louvres to suit all budgets, with a variety of materials and features available.

Craig Rogers from Canterbury-based Louvre Solutions says, “When we started out these products were prohibitively expensive. We are now able to offer louvre ranges for entry-level properties to very high-end spec homes.”

It’s easy to create a custom space with a rain-censored louvre roof and options such as pull-down or motorised side screens, LED lighting, and heat lamps. When entertaining, relaxing, or simply expanding your indoor area, louvres can bring your ultimate outdoor environment to fruition, by allowing full sunshine, filtered shade, or reliable rain protection.

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Make room for the backyard chef!

T H E WA R M E R W E AT H E R I S A L M O S T U P O N U S . S O N O W I S T H E T I M E T O S TA R T P L A N N I N G S O M E O U T D O O R G AT H E R I N G S W I T H FA M I LY A N D F R I E N D S . W E C A U G H T U P W I T H H E N R Y F R O M H E N R Y B L A K E LY L A N D S C A P E S T O F I N D O U T W H AT Y O U C A N D O W I T H Y O U R O U T D O O R S PA C E T O P R E PA R E F O R O U T D O O R E N T E R TA I N I N G .

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ust like indoor kitchens, outdoor ‘kitchens’ can be a hub for socialising and entertaining. Outdoor living spaces are very popular and a great selling feature if you are thinking about putting your place on the market.

“Landscaping can turn a regular garden into a beautiful, functional, outdoor living space,” says Henry. “And when it comes to landscape design, you have plenty of options.”

Henry Blakely Landscapes have years of experience designing, constructing and maintaining beautiful gardens. The team focuses on being client-specific, house-specific, and environment-specific.

Every garden is tailor-made, unique and breathtaking.

“Anything involving fire has been trending in landscape design for as long as we’ve known,” says Henry. “Any form of pizzeria fireplace or barbeque provides a comfortable space for relaxing outdoors.

You can choose a classic fire pit, through to a gas-burning outdoor fireplace or a more substantial outdoor pavilion.”

Henry has experience in creating the backyard chef experience for clients.

For example, the beautiful cookhouse in Darfield, Canterbury. Along with its

stunning views of the Southern Alps, the property experiences high winds from all directions, so Henry and his team were able to design and install a pavilion, with room for 10-15 guests inside. The space has sliding doors to allow it to be shut off from the wind, no matter what direction it’s blowing.

Beautiful planting and occasional pathways make a cosy spot for entertaining.

The construction team are used to working with the designers to ensure the original vision for a garden is brought to life. They take pride in producing results of the highest quality. They have recently completed a glass-roofed pavilion for a client in Christchurch, who was looking to combine two architecturally different elements of their home.

“We took elements of the architecture of both buildings and combined them to create a courtyard space that links the two buildings seamlessly,” says Henry.

“It’s created an elegant space for outdoor entertaining, with some stunning glass louvred roofing.”

The outdoor space can also be enhanced with plants and vegetable gardens. What greater joy than being able to pick your own herbs from the garden to accompany your barbecue or salad? Henry Blakely Landscapes understands local climates and conditions, so can advise on keeping your garden looking fresh and fragrant. The garden maintenance team is knowledgeable, friendly and professional and will leave your garden looking serene and welcoming.

With plenty of options available, it’s worth talking to the experts at Henry Blakely Landscapes.

021 336 454 | henryblakelylandscapes.co.nz

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Living outdoor life to the fullest F O R S T Y L E- C O N S C I O U S L O V E R S O F L O W MAINTENANCE LIVING, MILLBOARD DECKING F R O M F O R T É F L O O R I N G C R E AT E S B E A U T I F U L O U T D O O R S PA C E S W H E R E P E O P L E C A N R E L A X AND SOCIALISE, ALL YEAR ROUND.

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Inspired by the character of natural timber, but designed to outsmart it.

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hen the sun is out, you simply want to enjoy it. So when it comes to a deck, you don’t want to be spending time on its upkeep when you could be relaxing on it with a cool drink by your side. The beauty of real wood can transform any outdoor space, but wood needs regular maintenance, becomes slippery when wet and quickly loses its original appeal; rotting, fading and absorbing stains. Millboard is completely different.

Inspired by the character of natural timber, Millboard has been created as an alternative that improves upon it.

Moulded from carefully selected timbers and painstakingly hand-coloured for an incredibly natural appearance, Millboard composite decking is as beautiful as hardwood yet designed to outsmart it.

Millboard decking is made from a unique resin/stone material that retains the beautiful look and feel of wood, but without the maintenance needed to keep it that way. Each decking board

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Enhanced Grain Collection

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is moulded from carefully selected timber samples that showcase the beauty of natural wood grain, then hand-tinted by craftsmen for a perfect real-wood look. The result is decking that is virtually indistinguishable from wood in appearance, but far superior in performance. It doesn’t rot or warp, and its UV stability resists fading. With no wood content, there’s nothing to encourage algal growth either.

Big and small, residential and commercial, Millboard is the perfect choice for every type of space. As well as the peace of mind of ultra-low maintenance flooring, its unique design also means that Millboard can be quicker and simpler to install than timber, with no pre-drilling or special tools needed – simply cut it like wood.

To add to its easy-to-live-with qualities, each board has a surface layer which is both non-porous – so spills don’t leave stains – and highly slipresistant, even in the wet. There’s no need to spend time applying expensive, often environmentally-unfriendly treatments to keep it looking beautiful, either. Just an occasional wipe over with standard household floor cleaners is all that’s needed.

While Millboard is predominantly seen as a decking product, people have used it in a vast range of ways.

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The non-porous surface layer is stain and slip resistant in wet weather.

Landscapers and gardeners everywhere are discovering that Millboard decking’s versatility and durability makes it very suitable for planters, gates, eating areas, feature walls and even by the pool.

Additionally, Millboard can be used to create an all-weather outdoor seating area – perfect for entertaining and relaxing. As the product doesn’t splinter, you’ll have peace of mind that it will be safe for years to come.

What’s more, although its appearance is virtually indistinguishable from the real thing, you’ll never need to stain it, worry about warping or replace rotten timber, which means that you can really enjoy living life outside to the full.

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in one C R E AT I N G A B E A U T I F U L G A R D E N C A N TA K E A L O T O F W O R K A N D T I M E . I F Y O U D O N ’ T H AV E T H E T I M E O R T H E G R E E N FINGERS, GOOM LANDSCAPES SHARE A FEW TIPS TO KEEP I N M I N D W H E N C R E AT I N G Y O U R P I E C E O F PA R A D I S E .

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he first question to ask yourself when looking to create your outdoor sanctuary is what do you want?

You might just be after a quick do-over and a cut-back. Alternatively, you might want to completely redesign your space or to create a space that will not only look fabulous but also add value to your home.

Goom Landscapes differs from many landscape architecture firms because of its unique ‘Design, Manage, Construct’ approach. The synergy between its designers and construction team means they can guide you through your project, no matter what the size.

Secondly, what are your musthaves? Are you looking for a pool, outdoor kitchen and stunning landscaping surrounding it? Or just a

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low maintenance patio and room for a barbecue? The Goom Group is comprised of Goom Landscapes, The Little Big Tree Company and Compass Pools Christchurch. The team of designers can create designs and plans that are practical and can be built because they understand the entire process. Goom undertakes projects from inception to completion, and because they are all located on one site at Sawyers Arms Road, communication is seamless.

“It always seems very inefficient having to go back and forth between designer and builder, tweaking the design or build approach to make the plan achievable,” says Anthony Washington, Managing Director of Goom Landscapes.

Anthony and Tim Goom are proud of

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their dedicated design, construction and maintenance team, saying, “It’s great to be able to provide a one-stop-shop for any landscaping challenge.”

Anthony also suggests for clients on a budget to ask themselves which projects can wait.

“Budget can be a big consideration for clients,” says Anthony. “Because the client ‘has the ear’ of all those involved in the project from the start, this avoids blowouts to the budget. Clients don’t need to waste time organising tradies to undertake different aspects of the project at the appropriate time.”

Goom also ensures its design team aligns their designs with construction costs which remain within the budget.

Design can also be in phases so that even

if a total overhaul is out of reach in terms of a client’s current budget, it can be done in stages over a longer time frame.

It’s worth looking at the credentials of your landscape designer. Like with every other service you pay for around your home, doing a bit of homework to find qualified people who understand your needs is crucial. Goom has an impressive haul of awards – featuring consistently in the Registered Master Landscaper ‘Landscapes of Distinction’ Awards.

And with Goom bringing their iconic design and quality landscaping construction to branches in Wanaka and Queenstown, as well as Christchurch, it’s good to know they are stretching their green fingers so that you can get your garden looking sparkling and serene.

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Whatever the weather I N A O T E A R O A’ S U N I Q U E A N D C H A N G E A B L E C L I M AT E , L O U V R E CONCEPTS CAN GIVE YOU CONTROL OVER YOUR OUTDOOR LIVING E N V I R O N M E N T.

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magine having fingertip control of the amount of shade and protection in your outdoor living so you can tailor your environment to suit the day. Whether you plan to curl up with a book in the shade or host a barbecue for a crowd, you can easily adjust as weather conditions change.

The sleek and modern louvres are controlled by a remote control system that works by pivoting the blades open and closed depending on the weather. And if you’re not around, the intelligent rain sensor will close the roof as soon as the first drops fall.

Louvre Concepts takes control of the process, designing and manufacturing tailormade louvres locally in New Zealand. The materials and construction are engineered to withstand New Zealand’s harsh climate and rapidly changing weather conditions. The Dulux powder-coated paint finish can be colour matched to complement your existing joinery for a seamless look.

When planning your outdoor facelift, the best time to bring in the experts from Louvre Concepts is the design phase when you are deciding what's needed to upgrade and enhance your outdoor living.

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Insulation If you are using outdoor heaters the louvres can help to keep heat in.

Ventilation You can promote airflow into your covered outdoor area.

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Louvres allow you to get more from your outdoor space and use it year-round.

Lighting You have greater control over the amount and type of light in your outdoor living area.

The team will work with you from design through to installation, and their specialist team of qualified builders and installers can help you turn your backyard into the perfect entertaining space, where many happy hours can be shared in comfort.

As well as overhead louvres, areas that need wind protection could benefit from horizontal louvre panels to close in the space when it’s needed.

Including louvres in your construction plans for your outdoor living or adding to your existing property is a sure way to increase your family’s quality time in the outdoors.

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Love for the long term WHEN UPGRADING YOUR GARDEN LANDSCAPE, H AV E Y O U E V E R C O N S I D E R E D T H E N E E D F O R A N OVERARCHING DESIGN AND PLAN? WE SPOKE TO LUKE ROBERTSON FROM EPIC LANDSCAPE DESIGN, O N H O W T O C R E AT E A D E S I G N T H AT Y O U W I L L LOVE FOR THE LONG TERM.

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good landscape plan will take cues from the nearby buildings, architecture and environment.

People like to have a garden that complements their home. But what about when you have a steep section with not much room for a lawn? Or a flat section that catches limited sunlight?

Luke Robertson recognises that every client is unique and aims to make a difference for his clients for many years to come. Luke has been at the helm of Epic Landscape Design for just over a year now and has over 23 years’ experience in the industry. He loves working with clients to design landscapes that suit their lifestyle, reflect the architecture and complement the local environment.

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“My experience means that I can design gardens that are going to look funky, contemporary or classical,” says Luke. “I’ve probably seen all the mistakes in the book, so I know what will and won’t work. I know how to maximise areas and plant appropriately.”

Luke involves the client as much as possible in the design of the landscape plan. As a horticulturalist, he uses his expertise and knowledge of plants and structures when looking at the location, the climate, the budget and the long-term maintenance requirements.

“We recently completed a landscape design for a Merivale townhouse,” explains Luke. “The owners wanted a space that would mimic the interior and create useable outdoor spaces for most of the year.”

Working with the clients, Epic Landscape Design created a design that included a large feature garden with bamboo, providing vertical form to soften the height of the home and add sound and movement to the entrance area. Paving was replaced with hardwood decking to add warmth. Over the deck, they installed an automatic louvre roof, and two infrared heaters, and constructed a custom designed gas fire and inbuilt seat.

The outdoor kitchen featured a custom designed granite benchtop, hardwood joinery and a built-in barbecue. There is a spa area beside the outdoor kitchen, with some clever feature planting to create a defined space.

Luke and his team offer a range of services to meet clients’ needs, from a design consultation, through to full landscape design, including plant positions, full plant list, concept design plans and construction drawings.

“Even for those who are happy to do all the work themselves, it’s so vital to have a comprehensive landscaping plan to work from,” says Luke. “It makes life so much easier for clients and they get a garden they truly love.”

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PERFECT PATIOS - HOW TO PREP FOR SPRING To extend the al fresco dining season and experience all-weather outdoor living, Stratco has a range of options that can be custom designed to suit your needs.

Whether you choose an opening and closing louvre, or a fixed roof verandah, you can relax in the knowledge that your custom-made, stylish roof is built to withstand local conditions.

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Sidle up to spring WITH THE ONSET OF SPRING, TONY MILNE FROM ROUGH AND MILNE, REFLECTS ON THE WONDERS OF SIMPLE PLEASURES AND ASKS HOW WE MIGHT C R E AT E O U R O U T D O O R S PA C E T H I S S E A S O N .

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inter is giving way to spring which in turn will roll into summer. I do like the seasons, albeit I feel somewhat short-changed by winter this year. There is a romance associated with spring, although possibly lost on me. As D.H. Lawrence penned in his quintessential poem, “The Enkindled Spring” (extract below): I have previously written about running around Hagley Park with my mate Ruts. Certainly, no wild gyration there. At the time, our pace gave us ample opportunity to discuss the emerging snowdrops, the flowering Prunus, the disappearing frosts, the lengthening of the day (not our stride), the largesse of the bourgeois, and the fact he was battling.

The latter were his words, not mine.

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These days I do not run with Ruts as often as I did then, he has found F45 Training. When we do, the spring in his stride may have lessened, but the seasonal rhythm continues. I have always thought of seasonal change as being a reasonably straightforward construct. However, I have recently learned that when it comes to the end of winter and the start of spring, things are not as clear as I once thought. And that is without considering the monumentality of climate change.

As I now know, for spring, we have four different start dates to choose. If you are an observer of the astronomical calendar, you’ll do your little spring jig at the equinox. You won’t be alone, several plants burst into life around this time, as they respond to the shortening of the nights. A photoperiodism dance if you like. Not the radish though, a trooper that trudges through winter months, a ‘day neutral’ plant by all accounts.

Most of us are familiar with meteorological spring which starts on 1st September. This can be quite useful for record-keeping, whereas solar spring bounces into life in early August. Finally, we have spring as dictated by Mother Nature; it would seem our winters are relatively short and perhaps truncating by the year.

Or possibly as we get old, we start to romanticise our memories. But as I look around, lambs are appearing in paddocks, and not just because of the wanton lust of a melliferous ram or two; trees are blossoming, and the lawn is threatening growth seemingly earlier than I can remember from years past. Like Ruts, perhaps the seasonal rhythm is starting to wobble a little. Or, is it possible that Jacinda has the ear of the seasonal gods with her ‘let’s keep moving’ campaign.

So, as we welcome spring and the spirit of optimism associated with it, we start to think about once again inhabiting those exterior spaces we have coveted through our heavily condensated winter windows. Seeking apricity, we are longing to decant outside. Some would have started chitting their potatoes.

It may be a rug on the back lawn, folding deck chairs on the driveway in front of the garage, a perch on the veranda enjoying the prospect, opening the doors to your Juliet balcony, a well-appointed courtyard or a poolside deck, it does not really matter.

Sidle up to the green bonfires of spring in a space you feel comfortable in, one you want to be in, one that has a story, and most importantly, one that is you.

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Create a functional outdoor living and gathering space that encapsulates the outdoors. Expand and open up your home to the beauty of the outdoors giving you more time to relax, entertain or just take in the moment. Bring the outdoors in by installing an Opening Roof, instantly creating a seamless transition from inside to outside.

For over 15 years this team have offered a skilled, competent, and stress-free landscaping service. Holding a full fleet of equipment and machinery, their talented and experienced team provide a polished, professional service. From design to create to maintain, there is no challenge the Styx team cannot overcome. Services include; complete landscape design, fencing and decking, irrigation, paving, paths and more.

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Make the most of the warmer weather and relax, entertain and enjoy family time. Talk to the experienced team at Lagoon Pools about your dreams for your backyard oasis.

For small or extensive landscape projects, Sharon Crofts Landscape Design incorporates your ideas and vision with flair and expertise to suit your budget. From an on-site consultation through to preparation of detailed design concepts. Services also include provision of planting plans with pictorials for easy interpretation. Competitive quotes and professional results from a team of hand-picked experienced contractors for all aspects of landscape work finished to exacting standards.

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ELEVATED ELEGANCE Built as both show home and family home, this brand new John Ross Architectural Builders’ hillside creation combines comfort, quality and stunning good looks.

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s the saying goes, ‘you’ll never regret buying quality’ and for Jack and Tash Kelleher, that was precisely the plan for their home, combining high-end products with a focus on practical, liveable spaces. Embarking on the design and construction, John (known as Jack), director of John Ross Architectural Builders, drew on over 15 years’ building experience to create the ultimate show home for the company as well as a comfortable and elegant haven for his family.

Inspired by Waiheke Island holiday homes, Jack and Tash were keen to create a relaxed bach-like space, where they could unwind and enjoy the spectacular views afforded by the elevated Sumner site. “We love the adventurous, architectural styles of some of the baches on Waiheke Island,” says Jack. “We wanted to replicate that – pushing

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the boundaries, without making it too fussy or precious. It was a huge focus for us to make the home feel liveable.”

The result is a stunning 275 sqm beach house with a large open plan living and dining space, four bedrooms and natural, easy flow throughout.

The exterior is clad entirely in charred (shou suji ban) timber. The technique originates in Japan and creates a unique black finish seldom seen in New Zealand. The charred timber requires little or no maintenance over time, maintaining its sleek good looks for many years.

A major stakeholder and partner in the creation of the home, Tash is delighted with the look and feel they were able to achieve. “I’m so pleased with the result. The layout works perfectly; I feel like I’m on holiday every time I come home!”

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Jack is not one to shy away from a challenge and for this build the foundation design was an ambitious undertaking, requiring a 2.1 metre cantilevered ‘floating’ portion. “Lots of engineering went into that, but we love the look we have created,” says Jack. “It was a similar story with the upper levels of the home and the cantilevered style. We just didn’t want to have any steel beams obscuring our views.”

Jack is always looking for ways to make the most of sites and maximise views. He builds and creates around six to eight exceptional homes for his clients per year and specialises in building on the hills.

With experience comes confidence, and Jack is not intimidated by steep sites or tricky access. “We have never had a client over-capitalise on their home,” says Jack. “Our aim is always to look for creative solutions to get the best results. We make a real effort to understand our clients’ lifestyle and help them make the best choices.”

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John Ross Architectural Builder’s interior designer, Zia Lilley, worked closely with Jack and Tash and the suppliers, coordinating the interior fixtures and finishes, as well as soft furnishings, to achieve the relaxed and beachy feel the couple wanted. Canterbury-based manufacturer Misco Joinery supplied the kitchen joinery and other cabinetry, working within the client’s budget while showcasing a high-end look.

Misco Joinery is known for high-quality finishes and installs Hafele hardware as standard. The company also offers a laser-edging upgrade in the form of Prime Panels HPL Laminate soft-touch cabinetry. This means fingerprints are less likely to show, which is perfect for the family home. The team chose a deep navy-blue colour (Devious) and

soft white (Surrender) for the cabinetry. Throughout the rest of the house, touches of woodgrain colours were brought in with both Melteca Seasoned Oak and Dark Oak. Lauren Martin, from Misco Joinery, loves the challenge of a big project like this one.

“We love what we do and stand by the kitchen being the heart of the home,” she says. “We feel that the beautiful products used were of such high quality that Jack and Tash will be delighted with their Misco kitchen for many, many years to come.”

Jack worked closely with BDH Roofs to select a hard-wearing, sleek roofing and guttering system.

To protect against the harsher sea air, they chose a seaspray coated .40 gage Magnaflow 5-rib iron.

Aesthetically this profile gives a modern look, while practically, it is well suited to a low-pitch roof. BDH

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Roofs are a Canterbury owned and operated company specialising in long-run roofing and Butynol membrane installation. Butynol (the flexible rubber membrane) is particularly suitable for internal gutters. Managing director, Bjorn Horrack, explains the thinking behind the roofing design.

“One of the biggest challenges of this job was to have a hidden gutter, custom-folded to sit between the roof and the cladding to create a sleek profile,” he says. “We were happy to be able to provide a high-quality roof to contribute to the overall look of this beautiful home.”

Mike Drennan, of M2Flooring, was responsible for installing all the floor and wall tiling as well as carpeting. Meticulous in his craft, Mike started the tile layout process at the framing stage of the construction. “I do this to ensure all the grout lines fit with the plumbing fittings,” says Mike. This attention to detail is exquisite and ensures a smooth and efficient job.

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“Mike understood exactly what I wanted,” says Jack. “He has a fantastic eye for detail and totally exceeded expectations with each tile on an edge being cut and mitred instead of using traditional trims.”

Brymac Tiles also came onboard early, helping to ensure a smooth workflow. James Thomson from Brymac Tiles wanted to understand the design philosophy of the build so that he could work in harmony with the couple to select the right products. Brymac Tiles have a wide selection of tiling products, with a sound understanding of what’s available across the market so they can offer their clients a broad range of choice.

“Jack and Tash selected Uniquestone as the base main tile,” says James. “They wanted a durable but natural-looking stone, to blend with the amazing views.” This beautiful, Italian-made, glazed porcelain tile is inspired by the appearance of natural stone. The range features a mixture of over 40 individual tile designs with widely varied patterns to achieve an authentic look that is highquality yet practical.

In a marked departure from the rest of their home, the couple were keen to achieve a bold and striking look to the interior of both the whiskey lounge and the attached powder room. The standout tiles are, without a doubt, the Onix Vernazza Black Micro Mosaic tiles from Brymac Tiles that feature in the powder room, made from 100 per cent recycled glass and used to stunning effect.

The landscaping surrounding the property was the icing on the cake for Jack, and he was impressed with the work of Jerry Maguire and his team of landscapers. The brief for Jerry was to create some flat areas for a washing line and trampoline and plant some low-maintenance garden areas. The result is landscaping that complements the home and surrounding environment and makes it easy for the family to safely enjoy the outdoor spaces.

Phormium tenax (harakeke, flax) and other native species were chosen based on their looks, hardiness and, something that is important to Jerry, their ability to attract native wildlife.

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HOMES INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT BUILDERS John Ross Architectural Builders 027 312 2932 johnross.nz JOINERY Misco Joinery Ltd 03 383 4384 misco.co.nz CARPET AND TILE INSTALLERS M2 Flooring 021 817 400 TILES Brymac Tiles Ltd 03 366 8187 brymactiles.co.nz ROOFING BDH Roofs Ltd 021 774 329 bdhroofs.co.nz “Wherever possible we try to encourage the use of locally sourced native plant species,” says Jerry.

“I always enjoy projects like this where we get a bit of free license to put back what was probably there before humans came along and cut it all down!”

The flax were planted under the main decking area to hide a large water tank and to give the impression the home is somewhat ‘floating’ on the native bush. The planting at the front of the house meant the team had to wear rope and harness while planting due to the steepness of the section. The deck was built using Garapa hardwood decking. The honey-coloured timber makes an excellent alternative to the ever-popular Kwila. It’s comparable on price and durability but will not leech tannins, preventing the possibility of staining.

It’s the little things that make a big difference and this labour of love combines the hundreds of small choices to produce an overall result that both showcases the workmanship and skill of John Ross Architectural Builders, and gives this busy couple a chance to slow down, relax and marvel in the surrounding views.

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RAISING THE BAR The experienced team behind the development of Lady Wigram Village set out to create the ultimate retirement complex. The result is an elegant, state-of-the-art complex and thriving community, loved by those who call the village home.

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or residents of Lady Wigram Village, Lex and Kay, the decision to move from their Hillsborough home with its flourishing garden into an independent living villa in the village was a ‘biggie’.

“Kay was very house proud, she loved her home and took pride in it,” says Lex, “It was me that drove our decision to move, but she absolutely loves it here. Neither of us has regretted it for one moment.”

That enthusiasm from residents is echoed by many and is music to the ears of owner John Tooby and daughter Olivia Cleave, operations manager at Lady Wigram. John has dedicated over three decades of his life to developing aged care facilities. After selling his company, Golden Healthcare Group, he set out to create a village that was head and shoulders above the rest.

“We wanted to build the ultimate retirement village,” says John. “There’s the pool, the movie theatre, billiard room, the bowling green. We also hold concerts and events in the communal clubhouse area – so there’s always something happening.”

Lex agrees that the facilities are a significant drawcard and says, “There’s a real sense of community and family here and it's always a very secure environment. People get involved in all the activities. I swim every day, and I am one of 33 active bowlers who make use of the green.”

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From the outset, the greenfields project was ambitious, and the experienced team of Foley Group architects and Grace Builders were engaged to design and construct the village in a series of phases. The brief to Foley Group was to fulfil the client vision of a modern, timeless village featuring multiple levels of care and high-value amenities across the 6-hectare site. Foley Group architect Rob Campbell developed the overall concept and project lead Chris Snook managed the design team through the process.

“The success of the project is, in my opinion, due to many things but not least of all the relationship between the client, architect and builder. And in this case every time I visit the village it is easy to see how it has become a thriving hub of happy residents,” says Rob Campbell.

Grace Builders has worked with John Tooby for over 20 years, and they built on a relationship based on mutual trust, respect and loyalty while working together on the Lady Wigram project. Tony Posthuma of Grace Builders says, “The Lady Wigram Retirement Village is the single largest project we have undertaken. Our brief was to project manage and construct the village from start to finish. The biggest challenge is the scale of the build, but we relished the challenge. We have worked alongside capable and enthusiastic subcontractors who all work well together very harmoniously most of the time!”

One of those trusted subcontractors is Fitzwilliam Electrical, proudly run by Angus Neaves.

The established company worked alongside Grace Builders to complete the electrical installation for new units at Lady Wigram.“We’re proud of the service that we provide to our customers,” says Angus. “That and our ability to respond quickly with a solution is our point of difference.”

At the outset of the project, the groundworks and site preparation was the work of Maugers Contracting, tasked with roading, earthworks and civil construction as well as assisting with the landscaping work. There were some challenges on this large project, but it’s nothing the experienced team hasn’t dealt with before. Garrick Liggins from Maugers says, “We keep a very organised site, and

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“There’s the pool, the movie theatre, billiard room, the bowling green. We also hold concerts and events in the communal clubhouse area so there’s always something happening.”

we coordinate the work seamlessly with the other contractors to make sure the site runs perfectly.”

The village now boasts a two-storey communal clubhouse, 101 independent living villas, apartments and onsite state-of-the-art care facilities. Walking in through the main doors, you are welcomed into an elegant foyer with high ceilings and a grand fireplace. Light streams in through the impressive skylights which were supplied and installed by Monarch Aluminium, the company who provided the aluminium joinery throughout the village.

It was important to John and Olivia to create a boutique feel to the environment and interiors of both the communal areas, as well as the villas and apartments and care facilities. Olivia says, “We have done everything we can to create an environment where our residents will feel secure and enjoy a sense of community as well as beautiful surroundings.”

Interior designer Georgie Kirkcaldie Inglis selected quality fixtures and fittings to achieve the high-end hotel look that’s both elegant and inviting. A collaboration with The Flooring Centre resulted in the selection of Plantation European oak timber flooring which runs throughout much of the lower level with custom Ege carpets from Belgotex used in the lounges, halls, entertainment areas and entrance as well as a luxurious Belgotex carpet in the bedrooms. Steve Musson from The Flooring Centre says, “It has been a real pleasure to undertake the work at Lady Wigram, as every detail has been well thought out by the builders and project team, enabling our team to undertake all work in a realistic timeframe in areas isolated from other trades. This is a special project for us, creating a loved home for the residents. It was paramount that the flooring is not only beautiful but functional.”

Whether the residents choose villa living, one or two-bedroom apartment, or the care facility, the same level of attention to detail has gone into the design of the interiors. In the bathrooms, the team sought the help of industry leaders Oakleys

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Plumbing Supplies. Lisa Lemon from Oakleys says, “We have worked with the Lady Wigram team since the beginning of this project, selecting high-quality New Zealand-made products that are tried and tested over time.”

Joinery manufacture and installation were entrusted to Paul Campbell from Not Just Kitchens (NJK). The company has worked with John and Grace Builders for several years and joined them to coordinate the joinery for this significant and somewhat daunting build. Paul says, “It has been, and still is a pleasure to be working on this project with John Tooby and Grace Builders and great to have their trust in NJK to produce the joinery for the Lady Wigram Retirement Village. It is a truly

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stunning development and a testament to John’s vision of providing the most modern facility with everything that anyone would ever need to live more than comfortably. It’s a great asset for the city.”

The project has been underway since 2015 and John is understandably proud of the results.

The family-owned and operated business aims to create a unique, safe and welcoming environment where their residents can feel at home. Creating a link between spatial design and architecture is important, and Olivia worked with creative agency Publica to design a brand identity that reflects the state-of the-art facility and modern feel. Publica echoed the Lady Wigram team's personal approach to working relationships, collaborating to position the brand identity in line with the elevated and elegant design of the complex.

“Every touchpoint needed to instil trust in Lady Wigram residents, and their loved ones, while also giving the distinctive comforting feeling of home,” says Mark Spurgeon, Managing Partner of Publica.

FLOORING The Flooring Centre 0800 422 773 theflooringcentre.co.nz

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John is delighted with the result of the successful collaboration of the team responsible for delivering on their vision. “We are thrilled, and it’s all down to the skill and teamwork from Grace Builders, Foley Group and all of the fantastic subcontractors and suppliers who have worked hard to get us to this point,” says John.

Olivia adds, “We are a family-owned and operated business, and that means we are onsite and available to make decisions, unlike large corporates. It’s very satisfying to see our residents enjoying their home and making the most of the facilities every day.”

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SOUTHERN BEAUTY A unique location with commanding uninterrupted views cinematic backdrop for this luxurious and imposing home, from Johnston Architects and CDL Building.

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his stunning residence in Roys Bay, central Wā naka, is perched on top of a ridge with a north-western aspect that is exposed to the elements and the extremes of the Southern Lakes climate. The project had an array of construction complexities that were managed with careful and detailed planning by the entire project team. CDL Building’s extensive experience in this type of construction within this challenging environment allowed for a successful project delivery.

CDL Building worked in collaboration with Johnston Architects and their skilled subcontractor network to build a unique home of exceptional creativity and unsurpassed quality. Their philosophy is to deliver unmatched excellence in architectural construction, and the collective approach from the project team wholeheartedly delivered this in the construction of the Roys Bay home.

Justin Carnie from CDL Building notes that, “Durability is an often-overlooked factor when

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choosing building materials, and considering longterm maintenance requirements. We aim to select materials that will still look good in 20 or 30 years’ time, and won’t require their owners to spend their weekends and precious free time constantly looking after them.”

Johnston Architects took the brief to provide a four-bedroom ‘forever home’ with ensuite bathrooms to accommodate friends and family comfortably, as well as a generous kitchen, dining and living room space for entertaining and a study and sitting room to provide quiet and contemplative

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spaces. Garaging for two cars is complemented by a paved forecourt that allows a boat to be easily manoeuvred on its way to and from the lake.

Large gabled eaves over the predominantly glazed northern elevation protect the exterior and interior living spaces from intense summer sun while allowing the owners to enjoy the views.

The three gable volumes are linked to form an ‘H’ shaped plan, with family spaces such as kitchen, living, dining and media rooms located centrally with more intimate bedroom and office spaces distributed from the social heart of the home.

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Hokonui Kitchens and Joinery manufactured and installed all of the kitchen, wardrobes, vanities, laundry and internal doors. The Caesarstone kitchen and vanity tops lend the home an enduring elegance, and the hard-wearing solid oak timber has been given a dark stain to enhance the wood grain. The team at Hokonui were able to work with the client throughout the planning and construction of all joinery.

Duane Tiplady Painting and Decorating expertly finished the gib stopping and painting throughout the home. Duane is a one-man operator who works closely with the CDL team to achieve the high standard required for the project. The confident relationship between himself and the CDL Building team is a winning formula. The shade of white selected by Interior Consultant Kay Gray and featured both inside and out, is Dulux Mt Aspiring lending an understated elegance that helps the surrounding views to pop through the picture windows. Wide architraves and elegant skirting were added to give a sense of space. It’s a fresh look that creates a seamless flow around the home.

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Texture is introduced into the interior palette with the board-marked concrete fireplace, and grooved shadow-clad plywood ceilings and soffits to add visual interest.

The aluminium door and window joinery came from E13 Windows of Dunedin who chose New Zealand manufactured window system Pacific Thermal Suite, with Low-E glass to maximise thermal performance. The Pacific Thermal Suite is also capable of triple glazing and manufactured to an airtight standard to take this window system to the next level.

This high-performance double-glazed aluminium joinery maximises the stunning views of the lake and also provides framed views from every room, including the high-level windows above the kitchen which offer views of the rugged hills to the south.

About Roofing continued with the elegant, crisp theme, using Colorcote Eurotray roofing in Ironsand.

This New Zealand-inspired design offers clean lines and a uniquely robust and distinctive look on the three-gabled volumes that are the predominant form of the home when viewed from the north.

Dave Strudwick from About Roofing said the biggest challenge with this job was the distracting view – often an occupational hazard in W ā naka.

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The north-facing interiors place an emphasis on calm, light and airy spaces that form a neutral backdrop to the landscape beyond.

The wind is a big issue in most areas of W ā naka, but especially prevalent within this particular site, which is located on an elevated ridgeline and orientated directly into the prevailing wind. Rough and Milne’s landscape response was to create several sheltered outdoor spaces and seating areas which maximised the stunning views of Lake W ā naka and the surrounding mountains, with options that provide shelter from the wind. There is also an outdoor seating area that is perfect when the winds are calm.

The landscape designers worked with the clients through several iterations and mini-stage of the design until they perfected it for them. They continue to maintain an ongoing relationship while discussing possible future developments.

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INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT BUILDER CDL Building 03 443 9323 cdlbuilding.co.nz JOINERY Hokonui Kitchens & Joinery Ltd 03 208 6366 ALUMINIUM JOINERY AND WINDOWS E13 Performance Windows 03 488 0344 e13windows.co.nz

The team from McIvor Plumbers and Gas Fitters based in Wā naka worked hard to ensure the owners’ vision of this timeless architecturally designed home were fulfilled. The plumbing, drain laying, gas fitting and central heating all played a major role in the design. There is a diesel-based radiator system throughout the residence, two indoor gas fires from Escea and Living Flame as well as a stunning outdoor Escea gas fire. It was important for the McIvor team to work closely with CDL and the architect to ensure a successful completion.

Matt from Johnston Architects says, “While we’ve been lucky to have projects like the Roys Bay residence published or win design awards, we tend to measure our own success by how happy our clients and the contractors who build their homes are with the end result. The highest praise that we receive is referrals from homeowners or builders we’ve worked with – that’s when we know that we have done something right.”

The successful partnership with CDL Building and their trusted network of contractors has done just that for all involved in this striking project.

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Bui l di n g a bright future

This sleek black and white dwelling from Golden Homes holds the promise where style, quality and space combine for easy, modern living.

WO R DS SHELLEY SWEENEY

P H OTOG R AP H Y CHARLIE ROSE JACKSON

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t’s a bold new home that stands proud in an area affectionately known as “Rolly” by the locals.

Rolleston is one of the fastest growing towns in New Zealand and easily within commuting distance to Christchurch. Golden Homes has become an integral part of building this ever-growing community that draws so many people for its connection to the land, with mountains close by for hiking, biking, fishing and skiing. To have nature on the doorstep as well as a buzzing town gives locals the best of both worlds.

As you step into this gorgeous home, you are immediately struck by the sense of space and height in the entry and your eye is drawn up to the stunning skylight above. The designer wallpaper in the entry follows through into the study nook with built-in desk. It’s well-appointed and discreetly positioned along the inside wall of the main living space. A walk through the generous open plan areas reveals a stylish fitted bench seat, perfectly placed to work with any dining table, easily equipped to accommodate large dinner parties. The kitchen is also set up to impress with a Tristone Bench top.

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First-time buyers often expect to get a standard off-the-shelf home for their budget with no design features. But this design team are dedicated to giving first timers an individual home to be proud of with luxurious architectural elements like LED lighting throughout and this beautiful cathedral ceiling in the living room. The light and airy space creates an inviting and relaxing environment. The room has been cleverly divided into two distinct lounge areas by the striking wooden slats which give the benefit of two separate rooms without compromising on space.

It’s ideal for family living. The smaller space works well for a children’s play room or snug. The larger section connects with the kitchen and dining area, perfect for entertaining guests. The master bedroom boasts a fitted wardrobe and has an ensuite with a beautifully tiled shower. There is a heated mirror here and in the main bathroom.

This Rolleston show home has had a lot of attention since it was built earlier this year. It was completed shortly after the end of lockdown, when first-time buyers were ready to get into the housing market, thanks to low mortgage rates and HomeStart grants. A HomeStart grant makes homes like this a realistic dream for first-time buyers and with all of the design features on offer, it’s an exciting proposition.

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When this team says all-inclusive, they mean just that. The things included don’t just stop outside the front door. Everything photographed here is included from the boundary fence, internal fence with gate, driveway, patio, stepping-stone feature – even the clothesline and letterbox are included. The only thing you can see in this contemporary home that isn’t included is the furniture.

The driveway gives instant curb appeal, finished in Ōtautahi exposed aggregate by Groundwork, a team of driveway specialists. The team work on all aspects of concrete and asphalt for residential and commercial projects with the promise of low-maintenance durability.

Charcoal-coloured concrete was used on the feature stepping stones and also provided the non-slip easy-care patio, paths, and asphalt vehicle crossing.

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Getting the best results for first-time buyers on a tight budget is all in a day’s work for TBIR Landscaping. Their brief to create an enjoyable and relaxing outdoor living space was fulfilled thanks to their skills and experience of producing maximum ‘wow’ on a minimal budget. Adhering to the low-maintenance modern style of the home and bringing in established local suppliers contributed to a stunning array of plants that will mature over time and lawn that’s ready to go.

When it came to flooring and tiles, Nextdore were keen to impress first-time buyers with the fantastic array of options within budget. Featured in the dining, kitchen, pantry and bathroom of the home is a hard-wearing vinyl plank flooring. The kitchen and pantry splashbacks have been given a sophisticated texture with Mosaico Mosa-River Acero tiles. With visually stimulating kitchen tile options, easy-care flooring in varied textures and colours, it makes first-time homebuyers aware that low-budget products can be high quality.

This sleek home gives a great first impression with black and white brickwork from Midland Brick NZ. White Glaze and Metallic Black clay bricks from the Eurobrick range create a contrast that glistens and shimmers in the sun. This show home demonstrates that clay brick homes can be creative, stylish and modern. These bricks are a sustainable cladding choice and come in a vast colour range and variety of textures. You can

completely change the look of your home by using more than one brick colour or changing the laying pattern to create a contemporary look.

Trends Kitchens gave the kitchen, office nook, window seat and partition wall a refined look, in keeping with the crisp style of the home. Bestwood Melamine, in both Arctic White and Charred Oak, complement the TriStone 100 per cent acrylic solid surface benchtop in Milk Grotto. The built-in pantry is shelved with Laminex Touch Laminate in Warm White. The office nook and window seat feature the same Bestwood products to create a seamless style and the oak wall partitions were given a dark stain for added appeal.

The electrical products in the home were all locally sourced by electricians Wilpower Electrical.

With many years of experience working with steel frame homes, the team knows what works best.

They covered all of the electrical requirements, from the builders’ temporary power supply to the electrical design through to the completion, including the heating and alarm system.

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The interior walls were finished in Resene Spacecote Low Sheen, tinted to Resene Double Alabaster. This product brings enamel-style toughness to the walls, giving a low-sheen finish without sacrificing durability. An easy to clean, non-yellowing surface allows for beautiful walls.

All timber joinery was painted with Resene Lustacryl semi-gloss waterborne enamel, tinted to Resene Double Alabaster. This enamel is the result of long, careful, intensive research. This breakthrough product may be used in all those areas traditionally reserved for solvent-borne enamels. Both the above products are a part of the Environmental Choice approved paints.

Dean McGuigan, Director of Golden Homes Canterbury, encourages you to come along for a casual chat and see what’s possible. There are a lot of individual design options for first-time buyers.

It’s incredible but true that the timeline from an initial consultation to the completed build is a mere eight to nine months and all of the costs are confirmed upfront for complete peace of mind.

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open day Blurring the boundary between indoors and out, this inspiring family home combines a laidback lifestyle with subtly sophisticated interiors.

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It’s a great house to wake up in every morning, and a great house to dwell in,” says interior designer and artist Lisa Twyman of her home.

“It makes you feel free, positive, motivated and excited.” Part of the reason for this is undoubtedly the way the home perfectly suits its location: it is situated in Salt Rock, on the Indian Ocean coastline north of Durban, where the tropical climate makes for year-round indoor-outdoor living – as well as the challenge of keeping everything cool during the extremely hot and humid summer months.

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With her husband Will Haynes and their daughter Bo, who is nine years old, and their son Jock, seven, Lisa spent some time living in the area in a rental property before deciding on the ideal piece of land on which they could build their dream home.

“Once we had made up our minds … we fell well and truly in love with the plot, so much so that the build became very much about the garden,” says Lisa.

‘We did not want to impose on it, or mess up the flow of it too much,’ she adds. During the first few years they lived here, she says, “any extra budget available was spent on the garden and planting”.

The key principle for Lisa and Will was that “the house needed to become part of the landscape and not feel plopped onto it,” Lisa says. And this is precisely what they have achieved. The ground-floor living area opens up completely to the outdoors, allowing the spaces to be opened or closed to the elements as required.

This “blurred boundary” – as Lisa describes it – between interior and exterior is further enhanced by the fully open-plan nature of the living, dining and kitchen spaces, as well as the use of simple, low-maintenance materials such as unadorned off-shutter concrete and balau wood, which is used for cladding and screening where necessary. The resulting structure is, as Lisa says, all about “honesty in the construction and use of materials”.

Adding to the home’s radical “openness” is its striking central courtyard space. In this area, a trio of trees grow up through an organically shaped “cutout” in the slab that forms the first floor of the house, drawing the eye up towards the sky and disrupting conventional distinctions between indoors and out.

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When it came to decorating the open-plan living spaces, Lisa says the “concept was to create a relaxed yet creative space” and to keep things “minimal, playing with colour and texture – and a few touches of pattern – so that the interior became an oasis of calm in a riot of green garden”. She explains that because the garden is visible from everywhere in the home, it in effect “becomes a part of the interior and needs to be taken into account when implementing the interior décor and finishes”.

Ensuring that the interiors felt uncluttered was also important because, Lisa says, the pieces put into the space need to enhance the simple and sculptural qualities of the house, rather than detract from it.

But of course, that doesn’t necessarily mean creating a brutally minimalist look. Rather, while finishes here are kept “pared back and subtle, so that the raw materials and construction of the house remains central,” says Lisa, colour is also essential to her as a designer – as is “a thoughtfully curated space.”

She relished the “freedom of curating our own space with our favourite things”, and adds that she enjoys “creating depth and surprise by combining unexpected colours, such as mannequin pink and deep orange.”

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The family’s lives are busy, with both Lisa and Will at work during the day and the kids coming and going to and from school and other activities. Fortunately, Lisa says, “the house is our oasis. The island in the kitchen is where we congregate on weekdays – homework for the kids and cooking for us.”

For both Lisa and Will, the loveliest place in their home is their tranquil bedroom. Essentially “a simple box’ with an outlook that frames the view of the nearby Indian Ocean, “it’s great for a siesta, and the best view to wake up to,” says Lisa. And the deep grey wall colour is perfectly conducive to rest. “The

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place where you start and end your day is so essential to your wellbeing – and this room has proven that to me ten-fold,” she adds.

The entire house is generally cool throughout the long summer days and nights, but despite this, during the warmer months, “the kids spend a lot of time in the pool during the afternoons and evenings, as we do on the weekends,” says Lisa. Saturdays and Sundays here are usually given over to lazy lunches after mornings spent at the beach – Will is a dedicated surfer.

Form follows function in the best possible way in this home. It combines simple, authentic materials with an architectural design that sensitively responds to its location, as well as Lisa’s laid-back yet sophisticated approach to its inviting interiors. No wonder, then, that she happily declares this house to be “the most uplifting space I have ever lived in”.

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Lady grey tea with raspberry macarons LADY GREY TEA IS A BLACK TEA, SCENTED WITH OIL OF BERGAMOT AND A HINT OF LEMON AND ORANGE. PA I R I T W I T H D E L E C TA B L E R A S P B E R R Y M A C A R O N S F O R A V E R Y S P E C I A L A F T E R N O O N T E A T R E AT.

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1¾ cups icing sugar 1 ¹ cups ground almonds or almond meal ³ 4 large egg whites a pinch of salt ½ cup caster sugar red food colouring gel ¾ cup high fruit-content raspberry jam UTENSILS

a food processor 2 or 3 baking sheets, lined with baking parchment a piping bag Extracted from Tea & Cake, perfect pairings for brews and bakes

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FOR 1 POT OF TEA

5 teaspoons Lady Grey tea Warm the teapot and add the tea. Pour in boiling water and leave to brew for 5 minutes or so. Serve with lemon.

Draw 4 cm circles (spaced a little apart) on the baking parchment as templates so that all the macarons come out the same size; they’ll look much prettier when finished.

Blitz the icing sugar and almonds in a food processor until very fine, then push the mixture through a finemeshed sieve. Set aside.

Whisk the egg whites and salt together until stiff and glossy. Add the sugar, about a third at a time, beating again each time, until the eggs are stiff and glossy, and all the sugar has been incorporated.

Carefully but thoroughly fold the almond mixture into the egg whites, until fully incorporated but still light.

Fold in enough food colouring to achieve the desired pink colour. Spoon the mixture into a large piping/pastry bag and pipe circles onto the parchment, following the circles you drew earlier.

When all the macarons have been piped, take hold of the baking sheet and tap it firmly on the work surface 2 or 3 times to knock out any air bubbles. Preheat the oven to 140°C (275°F) and leave the baking sheets to stand for 30 minutes.

Bake the macarons for about 15 minutes, until the shells are crisp, and they have grown little ‘feet’. Remove from the oven and leave to cool. Once completely cool, sandwich with the raspberry jam and serve.

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Laundry low-down T H E L A U N D R Y I S O F T E N T U C K E D AWAY, B U T T H AT D O E S N ’ T M E A N T H I S F U N C T I O N A L S PA C E S H O U L D B E N E G L E C T E D . AB O D E’ S D I Y E X P E R T S S H AY D E N A N D G E O R G I A F R O M M O O C H S T Y L E H AV E B E E N W O R K I N G AWAY T O F I N D T H E P E R F E C T M I X O F B U D G E T, F O R M A N D F U N C T I O N .

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aundries can be a forgotten space in the home, an afterthought to save on budget and, in our case, the last space to renovate. But, after a long night trawling through the depths of Pinterest, we decided we should make a start on planning the renovation of our utility room.

BUT THERE WERE A FEW THINGS WE NEEDED TO D E C I D E O N F I R S T:

1 Budget 2 What to DIY 3 What to get tradies for 4 Timeline 5 Custom build or kitset 6 Materials and colour scheme.

Once we had these basics sorted, we got to work on product selection.

Laundries are well used, so while our choices are based on aesthetics, it was also critical that they are also functional.

A top tip here is to be cautious with the cabinetry. There are various types you can buy, and all will have different qualities. For instance, you can save money by choosing a substrate-like acrylic that looks and feels like stone but is half the price.

Our laundry is shaping up fast. It’s been very straightforward to plan and manage compared to projects like the bathroom. Online designers make it easy for you to DIY, and you can often produce a shopping list from the plan. We prioritised storage because it was lacking in the original laundry and we’ve been impressed with the options: from slideout cabinets to push-to-open pantries.

It’s important to consider everything in the design stage. Write a list with all the nice-to-haves and must-haves, and you’ll probably find you can accommodate both.

We’re currently chipping away at the build of the laundry over weekends, so we don’t bother the neighbours with power tools, and we’re getting very close to finishing now. In the next issue, we’ll share the finished product and a few organisational hacks to make life easier. But for now, head over to our Instagram @moochstyle to keep tabs on the progress. moochstyle.com

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HOME BUILD ADVICE

Getting it right first time WHEN IT COMES TO BUILDING YOUR FIRST HOME, A L I T T L E B I T O F K N O W L E D G E G O E S A L O N G WAY. AB O D E' S NEW HOME BUILD EXPERT DEAN MCGUIGAN, IS READY T O TA C K L E T H E T O U G H Q U E S T I O N S A B O U T G E T T I N G Y O U R F I R S T P R O J E C T U N D E R WAY.

DEAN MCGUIGAN Director, Canterbury Region at Golden Homes

The biggest mistake first-time homebuyers make is to assume that all builders build the same. Now most will agree that this is not the case, but what does this mean, and what does this look like in relation to the finished product?

Yes, different builders have different designs, but more importantly, different builders use different materials of varying quality. Hence this boils down to that old phrase of, ‘you get what you pay for’.

Shopping around based on price as your main priority is a recipe for disaster.

Of course, it is important, but so is the quality, the contract, and the inclusions.

A little bit of both! But more so, having a chat to a mortgage broker in the very early stages, is what I would recommend. A good broker can advise on what mortgage level would best suit your circumstances, and what would most likely get approved, should you want to go further.

From having this information, you can start to get excited and start looking around for a house and land package that best suits your budget.

Be very careful here. A PC sum or an allocation is a figure that the builder can place on the construction value of a particular product, e.g. your kitchen, or a Building Consent. However, not knowing what this would actually cost you as the buyer, exposes you to unexpected increased costs. Avoid a contract, or any builder, that uses these terms. I strongly suggest a fixed-priced contract, with no PC sums or ‘allowances’.

This is important, as you need to know what you are getting, and what you are not. If you don’t know what questions to ask, you may be faced with further costs later on to finish your house.

What should be included are driveway, path, patio, boundary fence, internal fence (from boundary to house), gate, letterbox, clothesline, driveway crossing (across the curb) and driveway stripdrain. Phew, lots of items, and all needed to finish off your house, and most of which are costly.

Armed with the correct information and knowledge, you can make a more informed decision. Price is important, but so is quality and full disclosure of what you are actually going to get.

Get excited, enjoy the process, and ask questions along the way.

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