Abode Issue 50 - January/February 2021 by Twenty Seven Publishers

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white WINNING

Contemporary brilliance

SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL Passive house perfection

THE HOUSE THAT SHEARER BUILT A family home with a hidden history

LOOKING FORWARD

CELEBRATING

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EDITOR'S NOTE

elcome to our summer issue of Abode – our first magazine for 2021. We’ve got so much to look forward to! Slowly but surely in the next year, the world will start to open its borders again. In the meantime, we’re appreciating what we’ve got in our own backyards and what a backyard it is! We live in one of the most beautiful places on earth and now, while the sun is shining, we can go to those previously unvisited regions of Aotearoa without the hassle of overseas travel. As this magazine goes to print, I’m getting ready to move with my family to Christchurch. We’ve just been through the emotional rollercoaster of selling a home in Auckland and now we’re excited about finding our place in the Garden City. It’s my hometown, and a great place to watch the kids grow up. If you’re taking your copy of Abode on the road with you this summer, then you’ll love our feature about design stores to visit around the South Island. We also take a look ahead at some of the new exciting new styles emerging for your home in our 2021 Trends special feature. We feature some gorgeous abodes in this issue too. From an award-winning house that’s perfectly petite to a 100-year-old home with a sympathetic renovation. There’s a hillside property with sweeping views, a bright white contemporary house, another surprisingly affordable offering from Golden Homes and two beautiful international features all for an enjoyable summer read.

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LETTERS

READERS' LETTERS

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

WRITE AND WIN! Write to us and every issue we’ll select one of our readers’ letters to win a fantastic prize. We’d love to hear your thoughts on the magazine, or you could tell us about a project you have underway. This issue, we’re giving away a copy of this inspiring book to a lucky letter writer. Email editor@abodemagazine.co.nz or you can write to us via our Facebook page.

C H R I S TC H U R C H ARCHITECTURE:

Critall-style black steel framed windows appear in this industrial home designed by Peter Dunbar Architectural Design and built by New View Construction.

A Wa l k i n g G u i d e By: John Walsh Publisher: Massey University Press

KITCHEN PERFECTION

This luxurious kitchen featured in a home from DJ Hewitt Builders and Johnston Architects.

F R E N C H FA S H I O N

What a simply beautiful kitchen and scullery you had on the cover for the November/December issue of Abode (‘Mediterranean Memories’). I just love the contrast of the marble with the black cabinets and warm wood. It’s 100 per cent kitchen heaven!

It’s so great to see the French trend of Critall-style black steel framed windows becoming popular in New Zealand (Abode November/December ‘High on a hill’). France is my home country, and for a moment the beautiful steel frames in this house reminded me just a little bit of home.

P SIMPSON, SUMNER

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THE RIGHT SITE

H A P P Y, H E A LT H Y H O M E S

Thank you, Abode magazine for the “How to find your home ground” column from Golden Homes in the November/ December issue. Sound advice from Dean McGuigan has me seriously contemplating a section in my dream location, and I’m doing my research on the quality of each site.

I was so happy to read the Superhome feature about healthy homes in the November/December issue of Abode, (‘Healthy homes for people and planet’). Both of my children suffer terribly with asthma, and this is a common affliction in New Zealand. It’s good to see this being addressed in the building industry.

BR AD, HAL SWELL

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GOLDEN HOMES

The stories of our landscapes

Furnishing with fashion

Get growing

What’s fueling our heated housing market?

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CONTENTS

HOMES 44

SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL

WINNING WHITE

THE HOUSE THAT SHEARER BUILT

Energy efficient perfection

Award-winning brilliance

A family home with a hidden history

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NESTLING INTO THE L AND A striking hillside haven

A HEAD START

E ntry level luxury

PLUM VALLEY

A bold and beautiful farmhouse

WAVE BREAK

A stylish beach retreat

CON T E N T S D E S I G N F E AT U R E

THE GREATNESS OF GREIGE

DESIGN STORES WE LOVE

A STORE WITHIN A STORE

LOOKING FORWARD Where design is going in the year ahead.

FROM FUNCTION TO FEATURE

Enlightening trends for 2021

THE WILD GRACE OF POTAGER

A dream kitchen garden

HANDCRAFTED WITH PASSION

How to find your kitchen style

L A DOLCE VITA IN AOTEAROA

Flooring with natural appeal

FEELING THE HEAT

The radiance of infrared heating

THE FUTURE LOOKS GREEN

A designer-maker with a love of bespoke projects

PL ACES WE LOVE

The art of restoration

NEW LINES AND FRESH FORMS

Make your bathroom beautiful

Our pick of great design stores around the South Island

A one-stop-shop for everything interiors

KNOW THYSELF!

Styling a room with shades of grey

Conscious outdoor design

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FE AT U R E S

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INTERIOR TRENDS

IN S PIRIN G FINDS Furniture, fittings and finishing touches for your home

Rest & Recreation ACCESSORIES TO M A K E YO U R D AY AT THE BEACH

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George Organic Cotton Beach Towel cittadesign.co.nz

Everyday Needs Chilly Bin napoleongoods.co.nz

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The Holiday Beach Umbrella in Vintage Gold businessandpleasureco.com

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INTERIOR TRENDS

Elie Floral Bean Bag sageandclare.com

Coconut Sunscreen Lotion from We are Feel Good inc. paperplanestore.com

Picnic Blanket in Olive paperplanestore.com

Bowling Set featherandoak.co.nz

Wine Cooler, Medium Cooler and Floral Mini Cooler, cittadesign.co.nz

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INTERIOR TRENDS

INSPIRING FINDS Furniture, fittings and finishing touches for your home

LUXU R I O U S OUTDOOR DINING The Tosca outdoor table from Dawson and Co is luxurious and inviting. The tabletop consists of ceramic laminated on glass that is water jetted in an oval shape and then CNC-milled. dawsonandco.nz

W AT E R T I G H T LIGHT The Fora from Accent Lighting, is a watertight outdoor lamp with a cast iron base. The shade is made of synthetic marrow, making it resistant to weathering. accentlighting.co.nz

DUR ABLE COMFORT

P L AY F U L S T Y L E

The Kyoto Outdoor Beanbag from Lujo has a stylish, modern edge. Made to endure the harshest of outdoor environments year after year.

The Shapes Oversized Pool Tube is inspired by organic bold shapes. This fun print is the perfect addition to show off your playful side this summer.

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C L A S S I C I N S P I R AT I O N The Charles outdoor sofa from Matisse has a timeless elegance and is a tribute to Charles Eames – the American designer, architect and film director. matisse.co.nz

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D E S I G N A N D I N N O VAT I O N

The stories of our landscapes A FLIGHT FROM NELSON TO CHRISTCHURCH INSPIRED T O N Y M I L N E , F R O M R O U G H A N D M I L N E , T O WA X LY R I C A L ABOUT THE BEAUTY OF AOTEAROA FROM ABOVE AND H I S D R E A M T O S E E G R E AT E R B I O D I V E R S I T Y I N O U R C I T I E S .

TONY MILNE Rough & Milne Landscape Architects

ecently I have been reading about designing the post-anthropocentric world, microbiological landscapes, and cities as super-organisms. Pretty heavy. My partner Rebecca has just finished reading Liane Moriarty’s The Husband’s Secret – seemingly more accessible. There is a lot to be said for a good story. As I write this, the Bombardier Q300 feels as though it is making hard work of its climb away from Nelson airport. A long way from its cruising speed of 528 km/h. We seem to momentarily hover above Nelson’s Boulder Bank that separates the Nelson Haven mudflats from Tasman Bay.

From above, the Boulder Bank looks like a curving finger of land, with the odd promontory and recurved ridges, stretching to the city. Its tip severed to allow ships to enter the port. The geological formation is predominantly Cable Granodiorite boulders, and as the Maori story of the battle between Kupe and Te Wheke goes, the churned-up boulders were how the Boulder Bank was formed. As we head north, the Waitara River and its sinuous oxbow form demand attention. I am certainly not a New Zealand river expert; our Tuesday night Rowdy Kitchen pub quiz team will testify to this. A few months ago, we had to list 10 of the top 15 longest rivers in New Zealand – in order. After reminding my team that I have a geography degree, I explained the complexity of the Waimakariri and Rakaia river systems; how they drain the Alps before braiding across the Canterbury Plains emptying into the Pacific. A long journey, I said, with more assertion than I needed. We must put them at least three and four in our list, behind the mighty Waikato and Clutha. Suffice to say they are not in the top 15, and we received two points for the list that night.

The view from above provides a chance to ponder the physical and cultural patterns, the narrative of the land below. From subtle movement resulting from longshore drift to episodic flooding exacerbated by land clearance and swamp draining, the Boulder Bank and Waitara River are well storied. On the ground, we get to experience that story with all our senses. A couple of weeks back I stopped to watch a tui getting stuck into the nectar of a Phormium tenax flower in downtown Wellington. I was with a mate, MD Currie, a former Nelsonian who carries a bird identification book, not that we needed one for the tui. A tui in the city is a great story. It is these narratives we increasingly need to craft. Imagine the richness of the tale if our cities were more biodiverse. Further to that, and beyond a city’s physical health, it is the physiological and psychological responses of humans in nature that provide a compelling argument for maximising the human experience of nature in our urban environments. Imagine the look on neighbour Derek’s face when I suggest to him that our respective front lawns should make way for a small patch of urban forest. I will possibly emphasise that this will make for a more liveable and enjoyable neighbourhood. Probably a stretch too far to suggest we would be contributing to a much deeper and richer story of Otautahi Christchurch. 03 366 3268 | roughandmilne.co.nz

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D E S I G N & I N N O VAT I O N COLOUR PALETTE

Resene Half Gin Fizz

Resene Corvette

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Resene Eighth Stonehenge, Resene Double Stonehenge, Resene Half Gin Fizz, Resene Corvette, Resene Ebony Clay, Resene Colorwood Mid Greywash.

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The greatness of greige PA I R I N G U P N E U T R A L S H A D E S W I T H WA R M ACCENT COLOURS IS A FRESH AND SOOTHING C O M B I N AT I O N T H AT C R E AT E S A N E S P E C I A L LY INVITING AND COSY BEDROOM.

eutral hues, especially shades of white, are the most common paint colours used in our homes. But how do you keep them from looking boring or becoming stale? Not all neutrals are created equal – some are inherently more interesting than others. These particular shades are often referred to as ‘character neutrals,’ which refers to the other subtle undertones that inject a little extra energy, warmth or soul into your run-of-the-mill white, grey, beige, brown or black. Resene Eighth Stonehenge is absolutely a hue that falls into the category of character neutrals, which is seen on the back wall of this bedroom. A clever and infinitely changeable muted grey, it works well with everything from complex and moody purples like Resene Revolver to deep masculine maroons like Resene Spitfire. Choosing the right accent colour is another great way of bringing more life to your neutral-based colour scheme. While a warm colour like Resene Half Gin Fizz – a flaxen yellow-white – could be overpowering in large quantities, it’s one that can work magic in the right quantity and setting. Seen here on a small accent wall at the right, it’s balanced out by the main wall in Resene Eighth Stonehenge, the slatted headboard in Resene Double Stonehenge and the floor finished in Resene Colorwood Greywash timber stain. It’s the other finer finishing touches – especially those that contrast sharply – that really seal the look. The DIY artwork plays off of the Resene Corvette pendant lamp, mirror and apricot pillowcases while the dusty rose throw ties the brick tone of the small Resene Cinnamon vase on the bedside chair. For a more masculine vibe, rather than Resene Half Gin Fizz, the accent wall could be painted in an ochre gold like Resene Stinger. Swapping out the peach and rosy coloured bedding with olive, the stone coloured quilt for a denim toned one, and adding a striped statement cushion will bring more of a masculine feel. Finish off the look with a pendant lamp and artwork in dramatic Resene Nero for sharp contrast. resene.co.nz/colorshops

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INTERIORS

KATY HUSBAND of Feather & Oak Interiors

Furnishing with fashion

FINDING YOUR PERSONAL DESIGN STYLE CAN BE A C H A L L E N G E , B U T AB O D E’ S R E S I D E N T D E S I G N G U R U K AT Y H U S B A N D S AY S T H E C L U E S T O Y O U R O W N DEFINITIVE LOOK ARE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK.

ith a new year comes the opportunity to reflect and assess as well as plan and goal-set. We often have the mental space during the holiday season to make plans and create a project list of all that we want to achieve in the new year. Home projects generally feature on our lists, however, for some it

can be tricky to know where to start and even to know what their style is. One fun way to begin to understand and define your style can be to head to your closet. Often what we gravitate to in our wardrobe is a reflection of our interior style - so open up the closet doors and take an inventory of what you have. The colours and patterns that you feel most drawn to and comfortable in can give you clues as to your interior style. There may be similarities between your wardrobe and your interior, and you may find there are colours and patterns that you tend to avoid wearing and would also avoid decorating with. An example of how your clothing may translate to define your style is that perhaps you are drawn to a simple, pared-back monochromatic colour palette in your wardrobe and clothing that is tailored and fitting. This might be represented in your home with a tendency towards the symmetrical and minimal. Items in your home are selected with both

function and aesthetics in mind, and you avoid the frivolous and the colourful. You find pleasure in a well laid out space with a few essential items that are meaningful. Perhaps your wardrobe is a riot of colourful tops and costume jewellery. Your clothing might tend towards the comfortable and unstructured, and you always feel fabulous in skinny white jeans and flats with a bright, feminine, loosefitting top and wild earrings and bracelets. This may translate to an interior that is comfortable and welcoming. Colourful pops of colour may be in your home in soft furnishings, artwork and signature furniture items; however, these should be given space to breathe with fresh white walls and light flooring. Taking stock of your wardrobe is a great place to start your journey of interior inspiration and understanding your signature style. I always think that women grow more beautiful as they age and I believe this is because as they journey through life they become more and more comfortable with who they are. This confidence and ownership of our style is also true in our homes. As we understand our style and tell our story through our homes, we create an environment that is personal, refreshing and inspiring. Our homes are a reflection of who we are. So, grow to understand your style, plan your projects, write your lists (and then delegate tasks to unsuspecting husbands and partners!). Enjoy the opportunity a new year brings to craft a home that is a reflection of you. 03 313 0123 | featherandoak.co.nz

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D E S I G N A N D I N N O VAT I O N

KIM ODERING of KO & Co

Get growing AB O D E’ S I N I M I TA B L E N E W C O L U M N I S T, N AT I O N A L LY RENOWNED SOFT LANDSCAPING EXPERT AND DIRECTOR OF KO & CO, KIM ODERING, TELLS US ABOUT THE FOUR MAIN INGREDIENTS FOR GARDENING SUCCESS.

We are specialists in: SOFT LANDSCAPING BESPOKE PLANTING SCHEMES

’m a fourth-generation ‘plantswoman’ who quite literally grew up in a plant nursery and garden centre. People often come to me for help, knowing that something isn’t quite right in their garden space, but they just can’t put their finger on what it is. Creating and understanding what great gardens need from the ground up initially takes a lot of work and a lot of love.

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HERE ARE MY FOUR M AIN INGREDIENTS THAT ARE A MUST IF YOU WANT A WONDERFUL GARDEN SOIL CONDITION

FEEDING

Plants thrive when planted in the correct soil to suit their type. When I’m planting, I make the hole wider and deeper and use a potting mix to suit all plant types and mix in at least fifty-fifty with the existing soil. I use a mix that contains food already, so I don’t worry about feeding for another six months.

For pots, apply a long-term slowrelease fertiliser three times a year – in spring, summer and autumn. Vegetable gardens, tomato plants and strawberries in particular, may need feeding more. When you see any sign of yellowing leaves this could indicate a lack of food. Follow the instructions on the packet to avoid overfeeding. The rest of the garden should be fertilised at least twice a year in spring and early autumn.

WATER In any garden, you will have shady areas that need less water generally, and sunnier spots that need more. In summer, those shady areas need a lot more water than you think. My rule of thumb is water every day in 25-degree heat or more, in both the morning and evening. Keep in mind that in the heat large pots will require up to 10 litres every day.

PRUNING This will make a world of difference to the structure and health of your garden. Pruning is an essential aspect of garden maintenance. Be sure to get advice on the specific pruning methods to keep your plants growing well.

February is generally a month to enjoy all your hard work and pick the fruits of your labour. However, if you find it hard to sit still, you can replant colourful bedding plants. Once autumn comes, keep planting vegies, to get as much out of the season as possible, especially in warmer regions. 03 339 4971 | koandco.nz 20

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THE MARKET

What’s fueling our heated housing market? R E S I D E N T I A L S A L E S F I G U R E S I N M U C H O F N E W Z E A L A N D H AV E D E F I E D E X P E C TAT I O N S T H I S Y E A R W I T H A R E F U S A L T O S L O W D O W N . AB O D E’ S R E S I D E N T R E A L E S TAT E D U O , S T E V E A N D B E L I N D A E L L I S F R O M B AY L E Y S F E N D A LT O N , C O N S I D E R T H E FA C T O R S B E H I N D T H I S U N E X P E C T E D P H E N O M E N O N .

efore we started our real estate careers, our years spent renovating houses taught us a lot about property and the housing market. Our love of homes and design made the move into real estate feel like a natural progression. Sixteen years later, we have a great team alongside us that includes our daughter as well as a team of experienced agents and support staff. When it comes to the current property market, we haven’t seen anything like this in over ten years. New Zealand’s efforts to contain the COVID-19 virus and returning to a ‘new normal’ faster than other parts of the world has put us in the spotlight. For Kiwis living overseas, the prospect of returning home and settling here feels like a safe option. Despite the worrying predictions for unemployment, displacement and financial hardship, on the whole, New Zealand has bounced back well so far.

STEVE & BELINDA ELLIS of Bayleys Fendalton

Looking to the new year, a variety of factors give the market a positive outlook, including favourable lending conditions driven by record low interest rates which are set to continue for some time. Never in our financial history have retail interest rates fallen below three per cent and all signs from the Reserve Bank of New Zealand indicate a preference for keeping these rates low, for longer. Recent market buoyancy continues to feed a fear of missing out, and we’re getting a lot of inquiries from buyers wanting to act now to avoid missing the boat as prices rise and the availability of stock dwindles. The Real Estate Institute’s recent House Price Index showed the value of New Zealand’s housing market to have recorded its highest pace of inflation since February 2017. Buyers are now scrambling to take advantage of favourable lending conditions before the landscape changes. Despite the number of new listings coming to market, it has not been enough to keep pace with demand and the biggest question facing sellers has been where to go next? The government’s focus on infrastructure and a record number of building consents issued are reassuring for people who might be looking to take advantage of their sale profits and build their dream home. 0800 30 30 33 | steveandbelindaellis.co.nz

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MOXINI HOME Just a stone’s throw from Nelson, with its great cafés and beaches, this is a local ‘go-to’ store for unique and gorgeous home accessories. Moxini has everything from cushions, mirrors, art, lamps, throws, furniture, ceramics, and interesting one-off pieces – sourced from New Zealand and around the world. Friendly owners Wayne and Rachel Boote affectionately named the store after their cat Mochaccino or Mox for short.

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FRONTAL LOBE The newly opened Christchurch design store and workshop from talented duo Bevan and Andrew is full of music, art and creative design projects. With a beautiful collection of handcrafted wooden furniture and lighting available, this store is all about sustainability. The aesthetic is a combination of modern joinery techniques and old-world quality, resulting in an end product that’s designed to last.

14 Stanley Street, Sydenham, Christchurch frontallobe.co.nz

HOUSEKEEPERS DESIGN Located in the Oamaru Historic Precinct, in a beautiful heritage limestone building, Housekeepers Design is a shrine to edgy designer fashion and homewares. The friendly team are dedicated to supplying goods to warm the hearts of your homes. This beautiful space with its lofty high ceilings and enticing displays is a treasure trove of footwear, homeware and treats for bath and body.

18 Harbour Street, Oamaru housekeepersdesign.nz

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PLACES WE LOVE

SOUTH ISLAND STORE LOCATOR

Moxini Home (Nelson)

Frontal Lobe (Christchurch)

Housekeepers Design (Oamaru)

Slow Store (Queenstown)

Moi on George (Dunedin)

THE WORKROOM Owned and operated by interior designer Anna Begg, this award-winning boutique and interior design studio is ideal for a relaxed holiday browse. With linen textures and natural tones throughout the store, this sympathetic space might just be the place to find that perfect holiday memento. The personalised interior design service includes drapes, blinds, shutters, upholstery and all interior aspects, with mindful attention to space, style and function.

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MOI ON GEORGE This gorgeous shop and interior design service, run by mother and daughter team Sandy Cubitt and Courtney Henderson, opened in 2014 as a Christmas pop-up store, and never closed! In late 2014, Courtney returned home from living overseas and took over running the store, while Sandy focuses on the interior design side of the business. Step inside to see a vast selection of exciting local and international finds for your home.

317 George Street, Dunedin moiongeorge.co.nz

SLOW STORE Right in the heart of Queenstown, Slow Store embraces the values of conscious and authentic living through sustainable practices and social awareness. With a stunning array of handpicked products for beauty, style, function and memory. The thoughtfully designed coffee studio was a collaboration with Frama in Copenhagen. The Slow Down eatery is a place to unwind and relax with delicious food baked onsite.

85 Beach Street, Queenstown slowstore.co.nz

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A store within a store M C K E N Z I E & W I L L I S H AV E F O R M E D A PA R T N E R S H I P W I T H F E L L O W L O C A L B R A N D BELLE INTERIORS, WHO BRING THEIR BEAUTIFUL FURNITURE COLLECTION AND DESIGN SERVICE INTO THE RENOWNED HOME STYLING HUB.

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Belle Interiors director Colin Foggo (left), and Tim Willis from McKenzie & Willis enjoy the comfort of the sofas from the new collection.

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he McKenzie & Willis showroom on Blenheim Road, with its lofty double-height gabled ceiling, is reminiscent of an art gallery. The black steel and dark wooden beams are flooded with light through the glass walls. Warm shades of terracotta upholstery and soft furnishings stand out like paintings, inviting you to linger. The double doors immediately bring you into the Belle Interiors space. Previously housed in their store on Victoria Street, Belle’s furniture collection is very much at home with the McKenzie & Willis design aesthetic and dedication to quality. Colin Foggo, director of Belle Interiors, says, “We are still running as a separate and distinct offering under the McKenzie & Willis roof as a ‘store within a store’ concept. The service, quality and expert interior advice we are renowned for remain unchanged.”

Taking a step back from the retail side of his business was part of the plan for Colin, who was keen to focus more on the design aspect of Belle Interiors. This luxurious collection was designed with his son Cameron. Their attention to detail with every piece, coupled with years of experience with the finest materials, makes for a considered combination of design, comfort and quality made to last. “Take our sofas for example,” says Colin. “Considering the quality and longevity of the materials we utilise and the construction methods we use, you won’t find a high-end European sofa that would be any better in terms of quality.” While their beautiful range of fabrics is imported from Europe, Colin is a proud supporter of New Zealand made and local design. A partnership with McKenzie & Willis seemed like a natural choice for Belle Interiors. Having already worked together

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SHOWROOM ST YLE These two brands under one roof have made this showroom a go-to destination for everything interiors.

for many years, McKenzie & Willis and Belle Interiors believe this is a real win for both businesses and their customers. Colin says, “We have very similar stories and excellent reputations in the market.” McKenzie & Willis general manager Bill Willis was thrilled with the move by Belle Interiors, saying, “It’s an exciting development which sees two great interior brands coming together. Colin is a leader in the interiors and design field and our team is delighted to have Belle onboard. The knowledge and expertise Colin and his team bring to the McKenzie & Willis space strengthen our product range, interior design service and further establishes our showroom as a one-stop shop for everything interiors.” Bill adds, “We are excited to be able to offer the incredible Belle Interiors furniture collection in all our showrooms throughout the South Island and Wellington.” Belle Interiors has established a strong reputation for their beautiful products manufactured in Christchurch and distributed nationally and internationally. Colin says, “Our own quality manufacturers handcraft our pieces in a range of standard sizes, or they can be custom made to suit your requirements. Our emphasis is on providing extremely comfortable, high-quality pieces, using only the best durable materials and paying attention to the finer details.” While the Christchurch showroom has been completed, there is still an area in the impressive building reserved for a café. Bill is on the lookout for a great café partner who will surely add to the already sumptuous shopping experience. To see the new Belle Interiors collection, visit the new McKenzie & Willis showroom at 181 Blenheim Road in Christchurch. The collection is also available at McKenzie & Willis in Timaru, Dunedin, Queenstown, Wanaka and Wellington. 03 341 3380 | mckenzieandwillis.co.nz

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Handcrafted with passion S I M O N R A I K E S F R O M C R A F T B U I LT H A S L O V E D W O R K I N G W I T H W O O D S I N C E C H I L D H O O D W H E N H E B U I LT A B E D R O O M I N T H E AT T I C O F H I S FA M I LY H O M E . H I S F I R S T J O B A F T E R L E AV I N G S C H O O L (S O M E 2 7 Y E A R S A G O) WA S W I T H C R A F T B U I LT, A N D H E ’ S B E E N A S S O C I AT E D W I T H T H E C O M PA N Y E V E R S I N C E .

wo years ago, when the opportunity came up to buy into the business, Simon did just that. “The company was close to my heart,” he says, “so I grabbed it with both hands.” The core work of Craftbuilt is a specialty in recreating authentic replicas of unique fitments or wooden features for character homes. Simon’s passion, though, is for handcrafted curved staircases and bespoke pieces. Busy managing a team who have the patience and attention to detail to offer a full custom manufacturing service, Simon

proudly uses traditional handcrafting methods, and his staff have decades of experience. “One of the guys recently celebrated his 70th birthday and I’d be sad to see him retire,” says Simon. When he took over the business, Simon also purchased local furniture brand Paul Drummond and added that range to his stable of designs. Among the Paul Drummond patterns, Simon found designs for an old 1970s retro Scandinavian-style armchair. He decided to make one of the chairs using the original machinery and a few of

his own tweaks. Simon’s first Scandi-style chairs were made early in 2020 and sold through a design store in Wanaka. Since then, he’s taken on more orders for the chairs and is keen to continue with projects for boutique interior design stores. The 1970s retro-Scandinavian armchair embodies classic mid-century style and comfort. The extra-wide seat has springs built into the frame. Simon describes it as, “the ideal armchair in both design and comfort.” In recent years, Craftbuilt has become a distributor for Portuguese furniture brand Wewood. The European company’s dedication to strong design and craftsmanship appealed to Simon. Simon has a saying that when it comes to timber furniture, “If you can dream it, then we can make it.” He uses the recent example of a client in Arrowtown who showed him an image of a headboard on Instagram that he sketched into a design and replicated. “What we initially thought was going to be a small family business has grown into a team with seven full-time staff and months of work booked ahead of us,” says Simon. 0800 488 777 | craftbuilt.co.nz

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MCDONALD AND HARTSHORNE 03 371 7500 | qualityfurniture.co.nz Upholstery specialists McDonald and Hartshorne, have a passion for their craft. This dedicated team of craftspeople recently took on a job to restore a lounge suite that was purchased by their clients’ parents as a wedding present to themselves back in 1959. The classic mid-century construction of the suite had stood the test of time, but after decades of wear, it was in need of reupholstery. The original colour of the lounge suite was red, but as fashions changed it was re-covered in a textured orange fabric and

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then reupholstered again about 20 years ago in blue. The McDonald and Hartshorne team arranged for the woodwork to be restored by Seatons French Polishers. The fabric used was Barabadur Summer Linen, by

Voyage, supplied by Warwick Fabrics. This beautiful lounge suite has given comfort to five generations of one family, and after this superb restoration, it will take pride of place in their home once again.

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s summer starts to head into full swing, it’s time to relax, reflect and ponder the possibilities of the year ahead. That extra time spent at home in 2020 had us all thinking about DIY and all the ways we could make our homes more liveable. That’s one of the reasons that outdoor rooms have become more popular than ever. People are treating their outdoor spaces like extensions of the home and putting a lot more care into heating and lighting these areas. In the world of design we can see a move towards more conscious, environmentally

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aware products and a natural aesthetic. There are trends in landscaping too, and we explore some new ways to style your garden in the coming year. There’s still plenty of luxury and glamour out there but it’s darker, and bolder with an industrial edge. Mood lighting is back in style and bathrooms are making a move away from spa-like sanctuaries to places with a sense of fun and colour. So join us as we look ahead at some exciting new ways to make your home great in the year ahead!

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HERE’S HOW THE TOP LIGHTING TRENDS ARE SET TO APPEAR THROUGHOUT THE HOME IN 2021: LIVING AND BEDROOM Recessed downlights have been a mainstay in modern homes for many years but are now being outshone by a move towards the subtlety of wall lighting. A conscious appreciation of how lighting affects mood has seen an emerging trend in wall lights and freestanding lamps with dimmer switches to set the mood for any occasion.

KITCHEN Pendant lights still rule the kitchen, but in 2021, they are all about making a statement

From function to feature

with sleek, clean lines in black or natural frames. Individual pendant lighting is still popular, but there is a move towards bar pendants, creating a striking parallel line affect above kitchen islands, often with several lights suspended from them.

BATHROOM Mirrors with LED lighting remain a strong

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for applying makeup and can bring any bathroom up to date with an elegant glow. Wall lighting for bathrooms is making a

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either side are something we’ll be seeing more of.

odern life has many of us spending in all areas of design in the year ahead. more of our time indoors. That Global awareness of our environmental has certainly been true in 2020, a impact has us craving natural materials year in which we observed our homes in and textures in our homes. more detail than ever before. So the desire Glamour is still present though, in to bring natural, mood-enhancing light statement pendants and oversized floor indoors has become something of a lamps. Sleek black feature lighting is set to design imperative. stay on trend for some time to come, and Our connection with nature and the brilliance of chandeliers is still a firm natural elements are common threads ai160731461247_Adobe Banner Final.pdf 1 7/12/2020favourite 5:16:52 PM for adding glamour.

OUTDOOR Things are changing outside our homes too as exterior uplighters, once a popular outdoor fixture, have been set aside for their harsh white light, to be replaced with more subtle bollard lighting. The rising popularity of outdoor rooms has led to a desire for ambient outdoor lighting with dimmer switches.

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The grace of potager P O TA G E R S O R K I T C H E N G A R D E N S C O M B I N E V E G E TA B L E S A N D O R N A M E N TA L P L A N T S W I T H S T U N N I N G R E S U LT S . G O O M L A N D S C A P E S SHARE THEIR IDEAS FROM A CHRISTCHURCH GARDEN WHICH THEY DESIGNED.

ypically pairing the romantic touch of flowers and perennials with a focus on delectable fruits, vegetables and herbs, the potager garden is the best of both worlds. With Kiwis loving local and homegrown gardening, this seems the perfect way of combining informal exuberance and a tasty helping of nourishment. Goom’s client, in this project, had visited Europe, and was inspired by the gardens they saw and wanted to recreate these ideas back home. When designing a kitchen garden, it’s important to first think about the site. What effect does the wind have on the area, and what parts get the most sunshine? In the case of this project, there was only lawn in the 362 square metre garden beforehand, so it was almost a blank canvas to work from.

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PLANTING PERFECTION

Perennials and vegetables thrive side by side in breathtaking harmony.

rural look, as it is an entrance to a farm paddock, and provides that rustic look. Consider, also, how you will move around the garden. The big focus in this semi-rural setting is the paths. Crazy paving was used to break up the areas, so it wasn’t all white chip. Goom used plain paving as well but had to think creatively. Goom is seeing a large design focus on sleek contemporary garden design, so this kitchen garden project has been a pleasant contrast. Emma particularly likes the planting of Miscanthus (known as zebra grass), which gives a beautiful show and provides a varied palette in the garden. If you’re inspired by the use of different materials here, a little patience may be needed before creating your own kitchen garden. As in many industries, the COVID-19 pandemic has meant it’s harder to sources some products and timeframes for delivery from overseas have been disrupted. But it’s worth the wait. Few can match the wild grace of the kitchen garden. For many, it brings a sense of coming home. And this labour of love in Christchurch is undoubtedly no exception. 0800 466 657 | goom.nz

The team relocated a shed, to align with the elements being added. Next, consider the overall design. This will likely depend on how you plan to cultivate the garden. Goom needed to design a working garden that was seasonal and always evolving. Emma Johnston, senior landscape architect at Goom, designed all the pathways, raised planters, structures and planting plan. The team constructed all of the paths and features, and the client planted, according to the plan. “We designed the metal plant frames, following our research into shapes and designs used in traditional potager gardens,” says Emma. “It’s worked well, especially seeing the perennials that pop up and down amongst the vegetables.” A good design also includes vertical accents. These can be temporary or permanent. In the case of this Christchurch garden, Emma designed the gates to give a

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Know thyself!

W H E T H E R Y O U ’ R E T H I N K I N G O F R E N O VAT I N G O R C O N T E M P L AT I N G A K I T C H E N A S PA R T O F A N E W B U I L D , S A N D Y O F S A N D Y E A G L E DESIGN, SHARES HER TOP TIPS FOR DESIGNING THE MOST F R E Q U E N T LY U S E D R O O M I N T H E H O U S E .

efore you get too far down the path of kitchen design, it’s well worth pausing to consider how to make your kitchen distinctly yours. There are many ways to incorporate your unique lifestyle and design tastes into your kitchen, while not compromising the flow of how you work. It’s well worth the time to think these things through. These are indeed the sentiments of Sandy Eagle, director of Sandy Eagle Design. Sandy is an award-winning kitchen designer and has been designing kitchens for over 20 years. Sandy says her expertise in the building industry has helped her hone her craft and provide the best possible kitchens for her clients. “A kitchen is so much more than just a design,” says Sandy. “It’s a place with an emotional heart, and that needs to be captured to the full.”

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Sandy recommends initially to start thinking about how you live day to day, how you entertain in your kitchen, what sort of lifestyle you have and how that moulds and shapes your kitchen space. This will dictate the layout, the overall function and flow. “I love sitting down with clients and finding out who they are and then reflecting that in their kitchen design,” says Sandy. Secondly, think about the ‘look’ you want. This boils down to what you feel most comfortable with. Do you prefer a country kitchen or industrial or contemporary spaces? Whatever resonates most with you will be the right fit for you. “For me, I think it’s less about hooking into the latest trends or colours, and more about focusing on what feels right to my clients. How does the kitchen flow into the rest of the living spaces? What does the home look

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and feel like? What sort of furniture do they have? What’s their lifestyle and family size?” Sandy has experience with all spectrums of design. She says the owners of this country kitchen never tire of the room Sandy has designed for them, with plenty of storage for appliances and homewares. The modern kitchen featured here is in keeping with the rest of the home, which has an industrial style. Finally have a look at appliances, accessories and materials. There are so many choices available; it’s often helpful to consult an expert to see what works well together. Sandy has extensive knowledge which she can outline and discuss with clients. “None of my kitchens are the same,” says Sandy. “Each is created with its owner in mind and with my preferred joinery and benchtop suppliers, we strive to ensure that the clients are delighted with their new kitchen that works with their needs and lifestyle.” Personalised and well thought-through design are what will make your new kitchen your favourite room to walk into. It’s well worth getting the experts in to help create a space that you love.

STYLISH STORAGE

The owners of this country kitchen love the amount of storage that Sandy has provided for them.

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COUNTRY VERSUS CONTEMPORARY "Whatever resonates most with you will be the right fit for you."

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La dolce vita in Aotearoa O U R H O M E S A R E C A N VA S E S O N W H I C H W E E X P R E S S O U R C R E AT I V I T Y, S O W H AT B E T T E R WAY T O P R O D U C E A M A S T E R P I E C E T H A N W I T H F O R T É ’ S N E W A R T I S T E A N D M O D A C O L L E C T I O N S ? T H E T E A M AT F O R T É F L O O R I N G TELLS US ALL ABOUT THESE TWO EUROPEAN-INSPIRED RANGES.

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he launch of these two new ranges has added 30 new Europeaninspired designs to Forté's collection in the past 12 months. From beautiful matte raw-look finishes in ten contemporary colours to undulating textures and original saw markings for a hand-cut look – Moda and Artiste can integrate flawlessly into heritage designs or modern homes. Crafted in a bespoke factory in Hungary, Artiste’s rustic nod to history combined with a modern approach will give character to any space, whether it’s your lounge, dining or living space. The rustic-grade smoked oak surfaces are deeply brushed to reveal the natural wood

grain, and knots and tonal differences are given room to shine. The undulating surface and original saw markings combine to recreate the feeling of a floor that has been walked on for hundreds of years. The curated palette of five warm, contemporary colours will transform spaces into works of art – inspired by some of history’s greatest artists. The 250 mm extra-wide plank offers a 5.5 mm extra thick wear layer, and with four to five re-sands, is made to last. Each plank is meticulously crafted to create a timeworn feel, protected by a durable Italian lacquer to shield it from the sun’s harsh rays while maintaining a luxurious look and textural feel underfoot.

Forté’s Moda collection is at once on-trend and timeless. Crafted in Europe from sustainable certified European oak, Moda is eco-friendly both in the way it is produced and sourced. ‘Moda’, meaning fashion in Italian, is inspired by unforgettable European destinations and designed to evoke the feeling of a relaxing escape. Colour cues have been taken from warm sunsets over the Amalfi Coast, the cobblestoned streets of Como and the ancient buildings of Verona, then translated into timber surfaces that New Zealanders will love. Featuring a unique finish that is unlike anything else in New Zealand, Moda’s SilkMatte finish gives the untouched raw charm of an oil but with added durability and repairability. The lightly brushed surface gives a subtle texture to the wood grain pattern and is available in ten stylish colours. Matching stains to colour cabinetry and furniture are also available to create a seamless look throughout. These beautiful flooring ranges come supplied pre-finished, ready to walk on as soon as the installation is complete. It’s never been easier to experience such distinctive beauty and style in your home. 0508 35 66 77 | forteflooring.co.nz

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enowned for offering excellent advice, Oakleys Plumbing Supplies also source the best products for your bathroom from New Zealand and around the world. The stunning products in this feature have come to Oakleys from renowned local wholesalers Plumbline and Robertsons.

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B RU S HE D ME TA L TA P WA R E R A N G E The Oli 316 is a new range of tapware

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beautiful to look at but are also extremely practical with built-in demisters, a built-in magnifying mirror (on the Dorado model) and the option to easily switch between a cold blue light or a warm yellow light.

CO LO U R FU L CO N CR E TE No longer seen as being a pared-back sanctuary, bathrooms are becoming a playful place to express your personality through colour with statement pieces. Meticulously handcrafted in Burleigh Heads, Queensland, Concrete Nation basins and baths are a work of art. This stylish, durable and sustainable polished concrete range comes in twelve signature colours. The wall-hung basins are designed to meet the demand for powder rooms and petite bathrooms. The freestanding basins make a colourful statement piece in any bathroom, and the double-ended freestanding Arc bath has soft, streamlined edges, elegantly designed for two. Elementi Bare concrete basins combine warm pastel colours with the natural harsh element of concrete to create a focal point in any bathroom. Each piece is handcrafted and distinctively designed to embrace the natural properties of concrete. The soft oval shape brings a gentle ambience to the environment whilst showcasing the raw properties of the material. Custom colours are available on request.

To take a closer look at these stylish ranges, visit your nearest Oakleys showroom in Christchurch, Nelson, Dunedin or Cromwell. 03 379 4750 | oakleysplumbing.co.nz

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Feeling the heat W E R E C E N T LY C A U G H T U P W I T H C A P I S C O M A N A G I N G DIRECTOR, MARK COORY AND ASKED HIM ALL ABOUT A N E W T R E N D F R O M H E R S C H E L T H AT ’ S S E T T O T R A N S F O R M T H E WAY W E H E AT O U R H O M E S .

ave you ever sat in front of a fire and marvelled at the way it heats you all the way through? This feeling is radiant heat at work and Herschel far infrared heaters give you this feeling every time. Mark says, “There’s been a shift in technology, and there are far better ways than people realise to heat their space. Things have come a long way, and it’s all down to good science.”

RADIANT HEAT

Herschel Infrared gives the radiant warmth of a fire at the touch of a button.

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HOW DOES HERSCHEL INFRARED WORK? Herschel infrared heats your home the same way the sun heats the earth. It uses far infrared energy to warm up the fabric of the building and all the things inside it, including you. This turns the surfaces of your home into part of your radiant heating solution, delivering you a consistently warm and comfortable environment.

WHAT 'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN RADIANT AND CONVECTION HEAT?  Simply put, convection heat is heating the air and moving it around the house. Radiant heat travels through the air and is instead absorbed by objects and the room materials itself.

WHY IS RADIANT HEAT BETTER? Heating the air is an inefficient heating solution because air cannot hold much heat. This is why a cool draft can cool your room quickly, or if you switch off your heater or heat pump, the warmth seems to disappear. Convection requires that warm air continually be created to maintain a given temperature, so it consumes more energy. Radiant heat, on the other hand, is ideal for heating people, as we are radiant ourselves. We absorb radiant heat into our bodies far better than when hot air is blown around us. Once the environment around us has reached our selected temperature, it is surprisingly easy to maintain a comfortable, warm environment lower in the room where you actually sit, without losing heat unnecessarily or being forced to run your heater continually. Radiant heat also reduces the conditions for condensation, removing dampness and mould from your home.

DOES THE HERSCHEL INFRARED COST MORE TO RUN? When installed and operated correctly they can be more cost-effective to warm your home over a 24-hour period than a heat pump. Once your home is up to temperature, it radiates

STYLISH AND PRACTICAL

The Herschel Infrared Towel Heater can heat the room. The XLS White Frameless Infrared Panel Heater can be ceiling or wall mounted.

that heat back out slowly.

HOW ABOUT THE AESTHETICS? DO THEY LOOK GOOD? The good news is Herschel heaters look great. A slimline discreet panel can be ceiling or wall-mounted. Available in a range of styles, from white metal to black or white glass, and even mirrors. For high ceilings, we have a hanging pendant version, and we also have outdoor heating so you can enjoy the feeling of the sun on the patio, long after it has set.

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If you are building or renovating, the team can work off your plans, and has a nationwide network of trained resellers and installers who can deliver the beautifully warm home you want, without all the hot air. 09 947 5166 | herschel-infrared.co.nz

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The future looks green T O G E T A H A N D L E O N W H AT ’ S N E W I N O U T D O O R S PA C E S , W E C A U G H T U P W I T H E X P E R T E M I LY H A S T I E F R O M K A M O M A R S H LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.

ashions in clothing and design come and go, and it’s the same for gardens. Still, apart from these shortterm trends, over time, we also see a slower evolution of design preferences as our lifestyles and circumstances change. After a tumultuous year where we have all spent more time at home and in our gardens, we are seeing key themes emerging for 2021 and beyond.

CLIMATE POSITIVE CHOICES

As we reflect on global environmental issues, New Zealanders are embracing the the shift towards taking responsibility for climate-friendly choices and greener standards.

NEW AND HOT GARDEN FAVOURITES Swimming pools, spas and swim spas New or vintage outdoor bathtubs and woodfired hot tubs Sculpture and local artworks Timber screens Green screens – wire foliage systems Stepping stones and floating steps Garden to table edibles

BUY LOCAL AND RECYCLE

There’s a continuous move towards using recycled and local materials in the landscape, and more thought is going into the availability of natural/untreated products. Salt water and natural swimming pools are being considered, and local, recycled timbers are proving to be popular.

CULTURAL RECOGNITION

Kaitiakitanga is the guardianship or stewardship of the natural world around us. As the importance of caring for the natural environment becomes more evident, we recognise the ancient wisdom of Maori for protecting the whenua, and the benefit these values have in the modern world.

LIVING SPACES

Rather than international travel, some people are preferring to create outdoor living spaces to enjoy their leisure time at home. Holidaying locally is, of course, enjoying a boom and this idea is feeding through into landscaping plans for a tranquil getaway at home.

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small is beautiful Building an energy-efficient home does not need to cost the earth, literally and metaphorically. Architecta shows what’s possible in this beautiful Hoon Hay build. WO R D S K ATH Y C AT TO N

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f the Canterbury earthquakes have taught us anything, it’s how to be more resilient and to recognise what’s important in life. Having lived in a mate’s sleepout for several years after the earthquakes, Johnny and Debs Lineham were used to being flexible. “We bought the 815 square metre Hoon Hay section for our home before we got married,” says Johnny. “After spending a lot of time living in that small space, we realised we didn’t need a lot of room. We knew we wanted to build a small and highquality home that feels good to live in.” Without a massive budget at their disposal, the couple set about investigating the benefits of building using passive home principles and liked what they found out. So, they set about the project of building a small, energy-efficient home with a thermal footprint that followed the passive standards. The couple came across Susanne Schade, from Architecta, and they sensed Susanne’s synergy in their goals for the home. “Susanne was great to work with,” says Johnny. “She understood our desire for a small, energyefficient home that’s well designed and feels good to live in.”

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light and height in the home... although it doesn’t

have a huge footprint, there is definitely a sense of volume.”

Despite its relatively simple design of a rectangular box, the cleverness is in how the home is laid out inside, and how thermally efficient it is. Both architect, builder and client were driven by the idea of building small, and building better quality, with no wasted spaces. Susanne says, “Even with a simple footprint, you can design something appealing, just with these simple eco-efficient changes.” Aaron Stewart Builders has a history of constructing energy-efficient homes, and as a result, the team has extensive experience and knowledge in building high-performing homes using passive systems. Again, it was an excellent fit for Johnny and Debs to work with Aaron and his team. Aaron was delighted with the project. “The integration of European design principles and technologies, with savvy layouts and orientation, ensure a well-considered project,” he says. Johnny and Debs felt similarly about working with Aaron Stewart Builders. “What really stood out to us was the way the whole team involved in our build worked together right from design stage,” says Debs. “We had joint discussions with the architect, engineer and builder early on which ultimately lead to a smoother build process and smarter solutions. We really felt like everyone was genuinely excited about creating something different and invested in the project’s success.”

One of the main features of the energyefficient home is the PVC windows. Supplied by NK Windows, the award-winning windows help achieve a warmer, safer, quieter and greener home. The 5-chamber profile (with a material depth of 70 mm) outperforms any standard or thermally broken aluminium joinery on the market. “Windows and doors generally account for one-third of the exterior wall area of your home,” says Martin Ball of NK Windows. “So you can significantly affect how much energy you retain, the levels of condensation, heating and cooling costs, and how comfortable your home is by the quality of windows you use.” Johnny and Debs chose NK Windows’ standard offering, with uPVC frames and double-glazing including argon gas, Low-E coating and ThermixR spacer, with an R-rating of 0.9. This far exceeds New Zealand building code requirements and is a perfect solution for South Island conditions. “We rarely need to put the heat pump on,” says Johnny. “The windows perform really well, and we’ve been delighted with the innovative European turn and tilt style of opening. It makes cleaning easy, and they really help to maintain a stable temperature throughout the home.”

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LOFTY SPACES

Tilt and turn uPVC windows make the space light and airy.

Energy-efficient houses are only ‘passive’ in the sense that the building envelope does most of the work to maintain these comfortable temperatures, allowing for simpler, smaller mechanical systems. Aaron explains more, saying, “We’ve built this house with thicker timber frames than are required by the building code. We’ve installed an airtight layer to ensure the building is protected from external and internal moisture damage.” A service cavity was built in so that cables and pipes for the home do not have to compromise the airtight layer. With extra insulation throughout the home, this combination of measures makes the home draught-free, long-lasting and low-allergen emitting.

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OPEN PLAN LIVING

Clever design makes best use of the relatively small footprint.

Because the house is airtight, it requires balanced and controlled ventilation with highquality heat exchange to provide fresh air at all times. Susanne recommended a ventilation system, which includes a unit in the wall of every room. These allow stale air to exit and fresh air to enter, without the need for ducting. “Fresh air can enter the home even though all the windows are shut,” says Susanne. From the outside, the home looks like rectangular with two gabled ends. It’s a straightforward footprint, but the vertical corrugated iron cladding and the warm plywood exterior with the recessed windows have turned an angular home into a warm and inviting abode. Inside, the home is designed in such a way as to be instantly homely. The living-dining space has a high ceiling and the plywood kitchen with concrete benchtop make the home warm, light and useful. “I love the play of light and height in the home,” says Susanne. “Although the home doesn’t have a huge footprint, there is definitely a sense of volume.” The timber plywood features separating the kitchen and the living space (and continuing along the wall of the staircase) tie it all together beautifully. When the couple opened their home up to the public for the Superhome Movement show weekends last year, visitors commented on how they instantly felt at home in the space. “It’s functional, and it gives back a bit of energy,” says Johnny. “We may be in the suburbs here, but we feel like we’re on holiday. We’ve even nicknamed the property ‘The Hoon Hay Chalet’.”

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And others clearly recognise its significance. ADNZ (Architectural Designer New Zealand) awarded the home a commendation in the Residential Interiors Architectural Design category in 2020. Its Homestar 7 rating means this home is recognised as being built at or above current standards set by the New Zealand building code. Architecta is proud of its achievements and was delighted to work with Aaron Stewart Builders and the clients. “It was a great team effort. Aaron Stewart Builders are great to work with – they are very client-focused, honest and great at communicating.” Susanne also enjoys working on energy-efficient homes. “Working with smaller footprints certainly challenges your thinking. The home is affordable, efficiently designed and allows Johnny and Debs to enjoy a healthy and safe lifestyle – the things that are important in life.” This home is a fabulous example of what can be achieved by a young couple building their first home, with a focus on a reduced footprint and improved quality. By working collaboratively with others, they have a healthy home that’s good for them and the environment – the important things in life.

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Combining super-functional spaces with the elegance of white on white, this striking Merivale family home by Coll Architecture has scooped up a well-deserved award. WO R DS ANNA SCAIFE

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SUPERIOR FINISH

The smooth exterior walls by Wasp Plastering were finished in Resene Rockcote.

esigned as a large family home in a leafy, established suburb of Christchurch, this innovative and striking new build showcases the use of form and texture to give the crisp, white house presence. Designed by architect Mitchell Coll of Coll Architecture, the form borrows from the traditional and the very modern, ensuring it complements the neighbouring villas while also making a statement. Mitchell says it was a pleasure to be involved in the project, “I enjoyed it because I was working with cool people. The homeowners and the builder, Pat, are all just really nice people, and the process is that much better for it.” Pat Coughlan, director of Coughlan Construction, joined the project early on and says, “The most rewarding thing was being able to be part of it from the very start. Helping the owners through the complete journey meant we were able to provide a more client-focused home that meets their needs

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now and into the future. We started working with the owners as soon as they purchased the section, so we were able to help through the initial phase of the planning and help create value.” The homeowners, a couple with three teenagers, wanted to balance the needs of privacy and space with creating welcoming communal areas to share. The over 300 square metre floorplan includes a separate lounge for the teens to socialise, as well as the spacious open plan living and dining, plus a second formal lounge. The design features an exclusively white exterior – including the roof – intended to reflect the light throughout the day and as the seasons change. As the sun drifts across the building, the moving shadows alter the overall appearance of the building, while the white surfaces reflect the colours in the sky. Departing from the norms of the homes in the surrounding streets, the welcoming frontage has no front fence and features abundant planting to add

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greenery and space to the neighbourhood over time. The garage has a side entry to reduce the dominance of the garage door, and the entrance to the home is set back to add privacy and formality for guests. The generous interior spaces boast double-height ceilings and are filled with light and shadow cast by the louvred windows. The functionality of the spacious designer kitchen was a critical part of the brief; it needed to be large enough for use by multiple people at once and have several access points plus an easy flow to the outdoor kitchen and barbecue area. The homeowners love the finished home, and Mitchell was delighted to receive the prize for Residential New Home over 300 square metres Regional Winner at the 2020 ADNZ awards for his work. Coll Architecture is a small design practice offering a personalised service for people looking to build their dream home. They specialise in complex builds that require a thought-through design

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solution for the clients and the site. After working on over 1,100 projects of various sizes and complexities throughout the South Island, Mitchell brings substantial experience to the table. Coll Architecture was recommended to the client by both the builder and friends of theirs and Mitchell says this is often the way he comes to work with new clients. He says, “Often it’s a recommendation, and sometimes they hear about us from multiple sources, like in this case, and we love that.”

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NATURAL TEXTURES

Throughout the home the shades of white are warmed up with stone textured tiles, and light wooden cabinetry.

INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT ARCHITECTURE Coll Architecture 021 223 0113 collarchitecture.co.nz BUILDER Coughlan Construction 03 967 2834 coughlanconstruction.co.nz PLUMBING SUPPLIES Oakleys Plumbing Supplies 03 379 4750 oakleysplumbing.co.nz EXTERIOR PLASTERING Wasp Plastering Ltd 027 698 1898 waspplasteringchristchurch.co.nz The partnership to deliver this elegant house alongside Coughlan Construction was a roaring success, demonstrating the expertise of the entire build team. Pat and wife Vanessa started Coughlan Construction in 2004 after Pat had already spent many years in construction, and the team are proud to bring a family approach to working with clients and delivering on their dreams. Pat says, “This project reinforced the importance of creating a partnership approach to everyone involved in creating such a beautiful home. It not only looks good but functions for our clients and helps them as much as possible to make life more enjoyable through their lived environment. We helped to bring the project together using sound project management systems and making sure there was still the personal touch so that there is a strong ethos around building a total living solution.”

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Mitchell says he was grateful that his clients were happy to trust him to make some bolder choices to create something for them that was out of the ordinary. The white palette (especially the roof) prompted discussion, but ultimately the couple took Mitchell’s advice and took the road less travelled, resulting in a quietly rebellious home that suits the family down to the ground. J A N U A R Y/ F E B R U A R Y 2 0 2 1

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THE HOUSE SHEARER BUILT This classically renovated home from Character Builders and MCD Architecture is a seamless blend of old and new, with a surprising family history. WO R DS S H ELLE Y SWEEN E Y

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ight years after buying their character home on a leafy Merivale street, owners Greta and Jeff Shearer decided to renovate their kitchen. This was in 2010, the year before the first big earthquake changed Christchurch forever. During the kitchen renovation, while removing an original wall lining, the builder saw the name Shearer written in builder’s pencil on a piece of stud

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wall timber and showed it to Jeff. “I got goosebumps,” says Jeff. “I realised that it was written by my great grandfather. He was a builder in the area when the house was built back in 1920.” Greta says, “I felt so lucky that we had happened to buy a home that was built by a family member! It made me look at the house in a new light. I examined the woodwork, the hand-cut skirting boards, the slightly uneven stair rails and I had a new appreciation for the workmanship that had gone into this house almost 100 years before.” After the earthquakes, Greta says that the family connection made her feel very safe. “The house stood strong with only the chimney collapsing. I felt blessed that we had renovated the kitchen just a year before, taking down a non-strengthened brick wall which most certainly would have collapsed inside the house,” Greta explains. “It was within this wall that our builder found Jeff’s great grandfather’s name. So it did really feel like he was looking over us.” The earthquake repairs were done through EQC, and when the couple came to renovate the entire home just over a year ago, with a 70 square metre extension, no remedial work was needed. Guy Gillespie from Character Builders says, “When we came to do the renovation, we only found a couple of old house issues and needed to replace some floor joists that had been damaged by bora.”

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OLD MEETS NEW

The classic features of the original home blend seamlessly with the new.

Bringing in Character Builders was a clear choice for Greta and Jeff, who had already seen their work on a couple of houses on their street and were more than impressed by the results. Guy managed the project and brought in other trades he’s worked well with before. The couple knew he was the right choice to build their forever home. This building team lives and breathes old New Zealand architecture. Their skill is in the art of making good use of everyday products, materials, and trades to restore and improve 100-year-old homes seamlessly. And to know what works, what doesn’t, and the essential ingredient of understanding how things were done back then and how they should look and feel now. Character Builders worked to maintain the 1920s character of the home to expand and upgrade it in a way that was seamless and sympathetic. It was also important to improve the way the home functioned to give it more modern usability. “Accommodating the new ducted heat pump system required some

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A GREAT FIT

The tapware and bath from Reece are in keeping with the classic style of the home.

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INTERESTING ANGLES

Sloped ceilings upstairs have led to some interesting spaces like this bathroom with floor to ceiling tiles.

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extra head-scratching,” says Guy. But in the end, the successful results speak for themselves. Second-hand doors were found to match the existing ones exactly, and traditional style new timber weatherboards were sourced from a local supplier. Timber joinery was fitted with double glazing by a local joiner, who was also able to accommodate some of the previous lead light window panes into the new joinery. Greta says, “The original stained glass windows have been reused in many of the new areas – the foyer, bedroom and dining room. We just love how the character of the home has been retained by reusing these beautiful windows.” Greta and Jeff wanted a seamless look so that the new addition would look like it had always been there, in keeping with the rest of the house. Guy from Character Builders brought in Marc Coulthard from MCD Architecture to design the project, as they often work together (it was their fourth house on that street alone). Jeff says, “Marc understands

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how to balance the character of older homes with the features that people want in their homes today.” Marc says, “We were engaged to redesign the existing house to provide spaces to suit a family of four with all the requirements for modern living without losing the original charm and character of the existing house.” MCD Architecture specified materials to complement the original character so that once completed, the exterior would appear as it had when originally built. Timber weatherboarding, timber doors and windows, cedar shingles and gables were used to preserve the character feel of the home. Design challenges arose due to the size and shape of the site along with a stream boundary. As did working by the rules within the Christchurch City Plan for this zone. The wish to have a pool as part of the upgrade being located within street and stream setbacks resulted in resource consent being required. Marc says, “It was very important from a design point of view to tie all the new work into the existing home but also create flowing spaces and all the elements requested by the homeowners.” Working with the homeowners and the builder from the outset of the project enabled an excellent working relationship right through until completion. The family are delighted with their new ‘forever’ home. Greta says, “Our favourite room is the media room. We love the deep, rich colours and the cosy fire – the perfect place to snuggle up and watch a movie.” The upstairs bathroom took some careful planning due to an interesting ceiling slope, and they are pleased with how it turned out, especially the freestanding bath, which is a feature against the back wall.

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Euroglass supplied and installed the custom made frameless glass shower screens and mirrors in the bathrooms. The team used Viridian Glass with an easy clean coating on the glass and Euroglass hardware. The 10 mm thick toughened safety glass for the shower screens was used for its combination of strength and good looks. The swimming pool gets almost daily use by the couple’s two teenage children. “We are thrilled with the way it complements the property and is tucked around the corner so we still have our backyard to run around in and the kids love having a house with a pool!” says Greta. The brief for the swimming pool was for it to have a modern, clean look. So Lagoon Pools used a classic rectangular fibreglass pool, which was installed in around four days. Bullnose porcelain tiles were added around the edges to blend with the garden paving. The team at Lagoon Pools recommended installing a hideaway roller for the pool cover which rolls discreetly away when not in use. The roller cover can easily be operated by one person and rolls seamlessly into the concealed inground casing. The family felt they were being looked after yet again, when the renovation was completed the day before New Zealand went into lockdown on the 24th of March last year.

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Jeff says, “The carpets went in on the Tuesday, and the code of compliance was issued on the Wednesday before lockdown started at midnight that night!” Greta adds, “So it meant we had almost two months to unpack and sort everything out. There was no need to rush, so we could really think about where to put everything, and by the end of lockdown the house was in perfect order.” The teenagers in the house like the upstairs best and enjoyed choosing wallpaper, decals and furniture for their new rooms. They’re also glad to have their own separate living space. Greta and Jeff like having extra storage, and the addition of a study has given them an area to work from home, which means the living spaces can be free of computers and workbooks. The history of the house has given Greta and Jeff a new appreciation for what they’ve been able to achieve as they look forward to keeping it in the family for many years to come.

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Nestling into the land Settled into the Heathcote Valley, this home built by Jim the Builder, shows the power of building on the hill and the power of doing it right. WO R DS K ATH Y C AT TO N

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aren and Peter always knew they wanted to live in Christchurch’s sleepy valley of Heathcote. Just far enough away from the city to provide them some peace and tranquillity, but close enough to be a stone’s throw away, this section ticked all their boxes. “It was more of a case of the section finding us, once we set about hunting,” says Peter Wilkins, coowner of the impressive wood and steel-clad home. “We used to walk up and down the valley from our previous home and so when we started making enquiries, the neighbour pointed out this section. The rest is history!” It was important for Karen and Peter that the site was built into the hill, not perching on piles. “We wanted to be on the land, a part of it, blending with the landscape,” says Karen. The result is a monolithic, natural-coloured building that appears to beautifully nestle, as if, in Peter’s words, “in the palm of your hand”.

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The couple heard of Jim the Builder from friends who had already built. They heard the team was an expert on hill builds, so they were happy to proceed. Keeping their interests within the family, Karen and Peter worked with Peter’s daughter Rosemary Wilkins, herself an architectural graduate, who was responsible for all the drawings, concept and detailed plans for the property. “I wanted to keep the design to a simple overall form, and bring complexity to the architectural details,” says Rosemary. These expressions of specialised detail can be seen throughout the property. For example, the rustic larch Rosenfeld Kidson cladding and featured interiors, the skylight above the entranceway, the cedar slats by the office and the impressive floating staircase. Like all natural phenomena, this project morphed as it went on. “It was very much an evolving project,” says Karen. “Rosemary worked really well with Jim the Builder. They both understood our desire to maintain the view and to build a non-pretentious home on the hill.”

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“We love the home,” smiles Karen. “We love all the brightness and the cool features of the home, such as the floating staircase, magnet-closing doors and the view from the bathroom.” And it really is these details that make the home stand apart. For instance, the shoe cupboard that can be turned into a lift from the basement garage to the main living area or the charred larch front door – this home oozes style and sophistication. Despite the basic form, the home build itself wasn’t without its challenges. One of the most complex challenges was the positioning of the house on the site. “It’s a very steep site, so it’s all about a balance of cut and fill,” says Rosemary. “To create a home that is talking to the land, and at the same time meets all council, engineering and user practicalities, requires a fair amount of thought.”

Some might argue the biggest challenge in any build is making sure communication is clear between the builder and the client. Project manager for Jim the Builder, Nick Marks, was fantastic at keeping the homeowners informed every step of the way. “My job is to be the facilitator of information between our clients, the site foreman and the sub-trades,” says Nick. “This ensures the project is delivered on time and on budget.” Established in 2005 by Jim Stenberg, a local builder with over 25 years’ experience in the construction industry, Jim the Builder has grown throughout Canterbury and has won numerous local and national awards for building excellence. The 275 square metres, three-bedroom build took just 14 months to construct. Karen and Peter are delighted with the result and couldn’t speak more highly of Jim the Builder’s project foreman, Patrick Quick or ‘Patch’.

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Design features were added throughout the build, including this beautiful floating staircase and cedar slat feature.

“We really enjoyed working with Patch,” says Peter. “He knew his stuff and worked incredibly hard. He even got his parents over to have a look at the build – he was proud of his craft. And we are, too.” Even the most challenging aspect of the build – a 30-metre long retaining wall – was managed professionally and efficiently by Jim the Builder. “It took a while to get it right, but they did a really good job of it,” states Peter. “Every one of our team members at Jim the Builder is committed to doing a great job,” says Jim. “We take full responsibility for every aspect of our work, and once we start work, we’ll guarantee the client a completion date, so the owners can start planning their new life in their home.”

OUTDOOR LIVING

Olivia and Johnny and family are loving the easy flow to the outdoors from their kitchen and dining area, spending many happy hours enjoying the fresh air.

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And this quality and expert workmanship is demonstrated throughout this home. For example, another beautiful feature of the house is the tiling. Thanks to MO Tiles, Karen and Peter chose from the company’s extensive boutique range. With a showroom in Barrington, Christchurch, the team at MO Tiles brings the best blend of global trends and brands to suit all tastes and budgets. “The fire hearth is quite a masterpiece,” says Darren McGuire, managing partner and installer at MO Tiles. “The 600 x 1200 mm porcelain tiles have a mitred edge and look fabulous as the fire surround.” Karen had in fact initially seen the bathroom tiles in Michael Hill Jewellers and tracked down MO Tiles as the supplier. “We loved this project,” Darren says.

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“The owners and builders have done a great job, and it’s a fabulous home.” The American White Oak Veneer kitchen cabinetry has been stained black and is the perfect contrast to the light veneer of the interior larch panelling. Working with Ryan’s Kitchens and Joinery, Karen and Peter wanted a modern and functional kitchen that could be enjoyed by family and friends. “We used a 20 mm Caesarstone benchtop in London Grey for the kitchen island, with a three-sided

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MO Tiles supplied the striking black and white bathroom tiles from their extensive boutique range.

mitred box end. The island cabinetry is a two-pot poly lacquer, satin finish in Quarter Black White,” says Ryan Butler from Ryan’s Kitchens and Joinery. By having a great team working together at Ryan’s Kitchens and Joinery, the team was able to meet the builder’s time frame required for this project and create a sleek modern space at the heart of the home, which Karen and Peter can be proud of. Leasa Ogilvie from Beattie Air was also impressed with the home. The team at Beattie Air supplied and installed the heating and cooling system for the home and Leasa enjoyed working with Nick, the project manager, on the heating design process. She is pleased with the ducted Mitsubishi heat pump that they have installed. “In consultation with the homeowners, we also made sure this home was future-proofed

by doing all the pre-pipe work for services to the master bedroom, should the homeowners decide to add another heat pump at a later date,” says Leasa. “This means there are no exposed surfaces to retrofit and the homeowners don’t have to give up their precious cupboard space to pipe work.” Beattie Air have been in the business of heating, ventilation and air conditioning for over 30 years. Leasa says, “We believe in having customers for life, so they don’t have to go anywhere else for installation, servicing or maintenance.” The hill site was no problem for Armitage Contracting, thanks to the team’s extensive experience. The landscapes, driveways and patio experts are used to the specialist and skilled planning that is required to carry out this hill site work safely and efficiently.

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INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT “Driveways and the associated landscaping are often the first things people see when they visit the home, so it’s important to get it right,” says Deane Moore from Armitage Contracting. “We do lots of hill site work. It’s a very steep drive and we needed to ensure we created a driveway that stands the test of time. In addition, we built a patio at the top of the property, to provide a sunny and sheltered spot for the family. It’s a beautiful site.” To maintain that sense of connection to the land, Karen has been busy planting since the couple moved in. With over 200 trees and 500 tussocks planted across the section, this will allow the home to nestle even further into the land in the coming years. In keeping it within the family, Rosemary’s twin-sister Anne, a landscape architect, has provided all the landscaping and gardening plans for the home. This really is a case of ‘home is where the heart is’.

BUILDER Jim the Builder 021 444 958 jimthebuilder.co.nz ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNER Rosemary Wilkins (Graduate) 027 545 8787 TILING MO Tiles 03 338 0155 motiles.co.nz PLUMBING SUPPLIES Oakleys Plumbing Supplies 03 379 4750 oakleysplumbing.co.nz PATIO AND DRIVEWAYS Armitage Contracting Ltd 03 963 0845 acltd.co.nz KITCHEN JOINERY Ryan’s Kitchens and Joinery 03 348 7921 ryanskitchens.co.nz AIR CONDITIONING Beattie Air 03 379 4832 beattieair.co.nz

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OUTDOOR INCLUSIONS

Even the letterbox, boundary fence and driveway are included in Golden Homes packages.

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A HEAD START Abode takes a sneak peek at the latest house and land offering from Golden Homes in Rolleston, where attainable entry-level luxury awaits. WO R DS S H ELLE Y SWEEN E Y

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OPEN PLAN LIVING

This bright and breezy home has an easy flow between kitchen and living.

ith the recent rise in house prices, many would-be first-time homebuyers are being priced out of the market. The newest house and land package from Golden Homes is keeping the dream alive, with the promise of a comfortable, affordable lifestyle. Waiting just nine months for a new home to be built is an appealing option for people wanting to add their own stamp to something new. “We’ve designed this home to be our most attainable yet,” says Dean McGuigan, director of Golden Homes Canterbury. “Low mortgage rates and HomeStart grants put this within reach for first-time homebuyers,” says Dean. Rolleston is well placed for the great outdoors with destinations for hiking, biking, fishing, and even skiing within close proximity. The new motorway into Christchurch makes the city a short commute, even in rush hour. This crisp and light new home has three double bedrooms, including a master with an ensuite, walkin wardrobe and double garage. Trends Kitchens fitted the well-appointed kitchen and worked closely with the team at Golden Homes. The Trends team designed aspects to complement the theme of the home, including colours, hardware and products that reflect the overall style. The kitchen benchtop is TriStone 100 per cent Acrylic Solid Surface in Milk Grotto. The joinery is Bestwood Melamine in Arctic White with an Embossed finish. The Stefano Orlati handles are in a beautifully contrasting Matte Black.

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CONTEMPORARY FEATURES

This gorgeous modern kitchen from Trends is perfectly complemented by the hexagonal wall tiles and flooring from Nextdore.

“One of the most reassuring things for firsttime homebuyers here, is just how many items are included in the build, “ says Dean. “When they walk through the show home, inside and out, everything they see is included, apart from the furniture, drapes and soft landscaping.” This really does mean everything all the way up to and including the letterbox, boundary fence, and driveway. This show home is still a work in progress, and its final look and feel will be presented soon to show potential buyers what’s possible. For the buyers, though, there are many possibilities and combinations of designs available to suit their individual needs, personal tastes and budgets. Everything from the house plan to the flooring, joinery, tiling and wallpaper can be changed. The idea of too many options may be daunting for some, but there is plenty of advice available and packages to suit every buyer.

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Gavin Burney from Nextdore worked with Valerie from Golden Homes to provide the flooring for the home. Following the brief to keep things simple and modern, Gavin chose Belgotex Donegal 100 per cent solution-dyed nylon carpet, in Anthracite colour. The vinyl plank flooring featured in the kitchen and bathrooms is Pukaki RW006 from Floorworks. Nextdore also supplied the on-trend hexagonal patterned tiles, Domo RLV Perla 300 x 900 that make for a stunning focal point on the kitchen splashback. Midland Brick came on board with their Euro brick range on this home. The European style cladding gives a great first impression with black and white brickwork from Midland Brick NZ. The White Glaze and Metallic Black clay bricks look great and add an instant wow factor, with a boutique, stylish and modern feel. The Euro brick range comes in a vast colour range and a variety of textures to transform the look of any home. Colours can be laid in a pattern to create a contemporary look. The professionally constructed driveway adds street appeal and value. Finished in Otautahi exposed aggregate with Oxide, by Groundwork driveway specialists. The team offers design advice on all aspects of concrete and asphalt for residential and commercial projects, with solutions that look great while being low maintenance and durable. The Groundwork team used charcoalcoloured concrete on the feature stepping stones and also provided the non-slip easy-care patio, paths, and asphalt vehicle crossing.

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All of the bathroom fittings featured here are included in this house and land package.

ENTRY-LEVEL LUXURY

First-home buyers can really make an entrance here and select their own flooring to suit.

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INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT BUILDER Golden Homes 0800 22 22 36 goldenhomes.co.nz CLADDING Midland Brick 0800 643 5263 midlandbrick.co.nz DRIVEWAY AND PAVING Groundwork 2003 Ltd 0800 873 7483 groundwork.net.nz

EUROPEAN STYLE

The exterior of this home features Midland Brick’s Euro range in White Glaze and Metallic Black.

TBIR Landscaping enjoyed the challenge presented by the sloping site, and their landscape skills were put to the test to maximise space, and work with the natural contours of the land. The team put the finishing touches on the exterior to complete the project. They followed a landscape design and worked together with Golden Homes to make the landscape work for this particular home. The team used New Zealand native plants and Readylawn for instant results. They also put in the decking and used Kwila for its looks and durability. The styling for this home has understated hints of Hamptons luxury, and it’s easy for potential buyers to see how they might add their own touches to create something truly unique. “Rents in Christchurch are high, and some people might be surprised to find that buying is a more affordable option,” says Dean, who encourages anyone with finance in place to come in and talk about the options. This Rolleston show home is open from January, ready for first-time homebuyers wanting to make plans for a new home in the new year.

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he story of this house – a century-old farmhouse in a lush valley – says the owner, “is about a house and a farm with an old soul that was resurrected, land that was brought back to life and the joy of living one’s dream”. Part of that dream was simply to have a place of their own. The owners had studied together at university when they were younger and had always nurtured the idea that they might return. Vines have been cultivated in the valley for hundreds of years, and these days you can barely throw a stone without hitting one of the country’s top chefs (or a tourist), but the couple hoped to find something hidden away, quiet, tranquil and with beautiful trees. They almost weren’t even shown this house because it was so unassuming and off the beaten path. But it was exactly what they’d hoped for: it had century-old trees and orchards, and the feeling that it could “wrap its arms around us and be a space where we would feel safe and secure”.

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A boldly and beautifully restored farmhouse and barn combines subtlety and respect for the past as much as it expresses individuality and a refreshing disregard for convention. WO R D S GRAHAM WOOD

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CHARACTER AND CHARM

The “cracked and wonky” cement pavers were left largely as they were, preserving the character and sense of time inherent in the materials in and around the house.

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The main house dates back more than a century, to 1904. It pops up in some of the books chronicling the local history of the area. In its day, it must have seemed quite modern and iconoclastic, although now, with century-old vines and wisteria climbing the pergolas over its moss-covered verandah, the house looks as settled in the valley as any traditional gabled home. And outside, there is a genuine example of traditional local architecture: a barn dating back to 1830. While various kinds of fruit had been cultivated on the farm over the centuries (including grapes, of course), the owners discovered that it had once singlehandedly produced more plums than the rest of the valley put together. “We are not plum farmers, but we thought to ourselves, we can make this work,” says the owner. So they replanted the orchards with exciting new varietals and built up the farm to full production. It has been a long, difficult process, but, insists the owner, “being involved in the noble process of growing food, when the work lifts your spirits and the only standard you live by is to do good work is tremendously rewarding.”

“Initially, we just painted the house white and lived in it for a while,” she says. But gradually the couple began to develop a sense of how they could make it their own, guided by the ethos of agricultural honesty at the heart of the farm’s operations and a love of nature. The wild grasses and naturalistic planting of the garden are a riotous celebration of nature; the house, a little like its unconventional design, became a bold statement of individuality and personal taste expressed in humble, honest materials, renovated and decorated with the help of renowned interior designer Heidrun Diekmann. First, however, they converted the barn into an office with the help of Richard Perfect and Dylan Meyer of Perfect Tippet Architects. The owner says, however, that the little restoration and alteration

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“Being involved in the noble process of growing food, when the work lifts your

spirits and the only standard you live by is to do good work is tremendously rewarding.”

project turned out to be “more than we bargained for”. The foundations needed to be completely rebuilt, the floors needed to be replaced and the gable end was leaning out and threatening to topple over. It basically had to be gutted, but the restoration revealed the original clay bricks beneath the plaster (plus a few gaps filled in with cement bricks, which were removed and replaced with originals), which are now displayed in their glorious raw state. They’re contrasted with smooth screeded cement floors in an interplay of raw and refined that is sustained throughout the barn. Rather than the whitewash treatment traditionally given to the local architecture, the barn was painted a sort of olive, khaki colour. “It settles so beautifully into the landscape without standing out,” says Diekmann. “It’s very subtle and understated.” But it also reveals an approach that is utterly individual, with a sense of confidence and personality that disregards trends, the opinions of others, and, as much as it has respect for tradition, is happy to flout convention. Diekmann and the owners made very few alterations to the main house. New bathrooms were added, and a guestroom outside was made accessible from the inside. The old main entrance had become obsolete, and in its place a bay window extension to the existing bathroom captures the beautiful views of the valley beyond now. But otherwise, the structure of the house stayed as was.

“The vision was to celebrate the existing patina and simplicity of farm life, to restore with respect and honour the old bones,” she says. The worn wooden floors were embraced. Where pavers on the veranda were “cracked and wonky”, often they were left as they were, celebrating rather than disguising signs of age, wear and the passage of time. Where the thick trunk of the great old wisteria creeper had cracked a column on the

LIGHT AND AIRY

The century-old farmhouse still allows air and light to enter through doors and windows that capture the views of the plum orchard.

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veranda, it was left untouched. “If you were to fix that, you’d simply destroy the character,” says Diekmann. In fact, where the veranda was extended, the new clay bricks were treated with a mixture of manure and yoghurt, mixed with moss from the adjacent paving so they’d blend with the originals. (It worked!) When it comes to the furnishings, there’s little that was out-of-the-box. (And then “only to the extent that the eye doesn’t pick it up,” says Diekmann.) The materials palette she chose speaks of farm life: metal, timber, leather, stone. Raw metal (oiled to prevent it from rusting) has been used as shadow lined dado rails, for example. The washstands in the bathrooms have flamed granite tops with hand chipped edges to celebrate the touch of the human hand. “I prefer using texture over pattern,” she says. Although the fabrics throughout the house are always plain – linen, cotton, silk, worn leather and sisal – the variety of their textures and colours becomes a kind of pattern itself. “My preference is for textures with visual and tactile heft, balanced with the gauzy and transparent – like the curtains which filter the bright light of day but still allow the outside in,” she says. The colours that appear in the house sometimes pick up on the green shades of the grasses in the garden, sometimes those of the plains such as sunburnt olive and grey.

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In a number of the rooms, it feels almost as if some of the large-scale prints of works by Dutch Masters on the walls, selected because they have special meaning for the owners, have breached their frames and filtered into the real world. The midnight blue, yellow and calico in Vermeer’s Milkmaid, for example, are picked up in the dining room. In an

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interleading room outside the guest room, details from Young Woman with a Pearl Necklace, also by Vermeer, are echoed in the dark, glossy chest of drawers and the buttery soft yellow silk curtains in the main bedroom. Sometimes, the two approaches (art and nature) meet, as in the wallpaper printed from another small work by a Dutch painter, Hendrik Voogt, of a Tuscan landscape with pine trees. It not only animates a room that might otherwise have been a dull interleading space but also evokes the pinecovered hillside outside through the prism of a beloved artwork. There’s a slight nod to the Dutch roots of the architectural and agricultural history of the area in the choice of Dutch Masters, but it’s not a strong insistence. It’s also a facet of Diekmann’s way of bringing the outside in, of connecting with the honest beauty of farm life, as captured in Vermeer’s magically swirling milk, for example. The idiosyncratic collections that adorn tabletops and mantlepieces – memorabilia the owners had accumulated over a lifetime – not only catch the eye but also reveal a “passion for discovery” and add a layer of personal history. At the same time, other finds, from feathers to flowers brought in from outside express a bond with the farm and its landscape. It’s a way of doing things that reflects Diekmann’s “preference for spaces that are strong, with clear and forceful identities, that captivate the senses, command and fulfil the eye”. It’s an approach that beautifully resolves the imperatives of creating a home with individuality and personality, while remaining respectful of history, nature and the life of the farm.

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There is an emphasis on natural materials and rich textures throughout all of the living rooms.

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On the West Coast of South Africa, a family’s holiday home is a cosy social hub from which to dash off into the waves and enjoy a sporting lifestyle. WO R DS TRACY CHEMALY

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fter years spent decorating beach resorts in dreamscapes such as Seychelles, Mozambique and Tanzania with her interior design company, Carla de Fondaumiere was finally presented with the opportunity to create a very personal beach home. The Capetonian designer found a beach property just an hour away from her hometown. “I used to holiday on the Langebaan lagoon as a child,” says Carla of South Africa’s West Coast village where her new family holiday home lies. “When I met my husband Marc, I took him to Langebaan, and he fell in love with all it had to offer, too.” A perfect match for the family’s sport-filled lifestyle, their house allows direct access to the beach and lagoon from its backyard, allowing Carla and Marc’s children – Chloe, 15, and Alex, 10, to run out and catch a wave as soon as they see the swell appear from their rooftop terrace. “The weather dictates our activities here,” laughs Carla. She’s an avid runner and surf-skier, while Marc enjoys cycling and kitesurfing, a sport that has put Langebaan on the international kitesurfing map. “There are no typical days in this home, which is exactly what one wants when on holiday… a break from routine.” She admits, however, that one thing common to every day spent in their beach pad – over the summer holidays and as many weekends as possible during the year – is a daily feast. “Whether it’s lunch or dinner, there’s always one meal where the table is filled with family and friends, good wine and tasty meals,” Carla smiles.

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NATURAL IMPACT

One wall has been left raw – its rough stone surface softened visually by the white cement of the staircase leading up to the master bedroom.

BEACH-CHIC AESTHETIC

Natural wood and raw cane elements are complemented by textured cushion fabrics and pops of colour in the patio area.

The sturdy wooden Meyer von Wielligh dining table, surrounded by wicker bistro chairs, plays host to indoor occasions when the wind picks up, but gatherings are usually held outdoors on the patio, lounging on the oversized built-in sofa, Malawian cane armchairs or casually spread out benches around the 10-seater French oak table, all presenting views of the lagoon and peninsula hills beyond. Covered by eucalyptus latte, the natural wooden forms of the patio roof create beautiful lines of dappled sunlight passing through, adding to the home’s beach-chic aesthetic, brought to life in organic materials and pops of aquamarine colour. “It seems predictable to use blues,” says Carla of the decor’s tonality, “but it just works so well with the internal finishes and the external surroundings.”

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HOT THEN COOL

The master bedroom leads to a bath inside and an outdoor shower, ideal for cooling off from hot West Coast days.

The finishes she’s referring to include the large raw poplar timber beams on the living area’s ceiling and hardwood sliding bedroom screens, as well as the rough stone walls in the children’s bedrooms and on the staircase leading up to the master bedroom; elements that Carla feels keep the interiors grounded and suited to Langebaan’s no-frills atmosphere. By including furnishings from Meyer von Wielligh, which she champions for their attention to detail, the interior of the home maintains a sense of the outdoors. “The furniture is handcrafted and inspired by nature,” Carla explains, pointing to the kitchen’s sculptural stools. “It’s a look that’s raw yet refined.” Be it seated on these stools, sipping a breakfast smoothie, or positioned on a stand-up paddleboard or lying on a surfboard, awaiting the perfect sunset wave, this family takes full advantage of every aspect of its beach home. It’s what holidays are made of.

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Roasted sumac pumpkin, walnuts and coconut herb tahini dressing H E A LT H Y, P L A N T- B A S E D L I V I N G D O E S N ’ T H AV E T O B E A L L- C O N F I N I N G . T H I S S U M M E R S A L A D H A S P L E N T Y O F Z I N G , W I T H A H E R B TA H I N I D R E S S I N G , WA L N U T S A N D P O M E G R A N AT E S E E D S T O A C C O M PA N Y THE CLASSIC ROASTED PUMPKIN.

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e always say a good dressing makes any salad. This is an excellent example. It turns a good old roast pumpkin salad into something with a bit of wow factor from the herb tahini dressing, earthy walnuts and pops of pomegranate seeds. This can all be made in advance, as the dressing will last in the fridge for up to a week. Serve alongside a green salad and roast lamb, chicken, salmon or hummus and avocado for a delicious plant-based meal.

Serves 8-10 INGREDIENTS:

1/2 a butternut pumpkin, cut into chunks 1 red onion 1 1/2 tbsp ground sumac powder sea salt oil

DRESSING:

1/4 cup tahini 1/4 cup coconut yoghurt 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1 cup mixed herbs (mint, coriander, rocket, parsley) 3 tbsp water 2 cloves of garlic, crushed 1 tsp ground sumac powder juice of 1 lemon good pinch of sea salt black pepper

GARNISH WITH:

rocket leaves 3/4 cup walnuts, roasted and roughly chopped pomegranate seeds dukkha

METHOD: Preheat the oven to 200 degrees. Place the pumpkin and onion between two baking trays, sprinkle over the sumac, sea salt and drizzle the oil. Toss to coat the pumpkin and onion evenly. Place in the oven for 20 minutes on fan bake then turn the oven onto its grill function and grill for 10 minutes.

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Meanwhile, make the tahini dressing. Add all ingredients to a blender and blitz until a smooth, creamy dressing is formed. Alternatively, place all ingredients in a small deep bowl and blitz together with a stick blender. Pour into a bowl and set aside. To plate the salad, get a flat round salad plate. Put down a layer of rocket, followed by half of the roasted pumpkin, dressing, walnuts, pomegranate seeds, then sprinkle with dukkha. Repeat this process for another layer. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. If there is any leftover dressing, store it in a glass jar or container in the fridge for up to one week.

Extracted from All Eaters Welcome, by Two Raw Sisters, published by Bateman Books.

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NZ FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED BUSINESS WHO SPECIALISE IN FINDING THE PERFECT BRICK FOR YOUR NEXT PROJECT. MIDLANDBRICK.CO.NZ 0800 MIDLAND

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HOME BUILD ADVICE

DEAN MCGUIGAN Director, Canterbury Region at Golden Homes

Green light your build AB O D E’ S H O M E B U I L D E X P E R T, D E A N M C G U I G A N , FROM GOLDEN HOMES, EXPLAINS WHY BUILDING A HOME IS A SOUND OPTION I N A H E AT E D H O U S I N G M A R K E T.

he property market is running red hot! More and more buyers are considering building to mitigate the uncertainty of buying an existing home. With the build journey being around nine months, it is critical to align yourself with the right team to help you travel down this path to your dream home. Surrounding yourself with trusted experts, such as mortgage brokers, banks, lawyers, builders and designers, is of paramount importance. They need to have

integrity, and you need to have trust in them for peace of mind. Identify who you want to have on your team, consider the steps of their involvement and ask questions along the way. I have an excellent analogy for the build process with all the steps and the decisions you need to make along the way. This is important, as it highlights the fact that not all things need to be decided from the start. Some decisions need to be made early, like where you want to live, others come later, like considering the

colour of your benchtop. All decisions need to be made, just not all at once. Consider Bealey Avenue in Christchurch and picture driving from one end to the other. Bealey Ave has lots of traffic lights. Imagine these lights are the decisions you need to make during the process. When you’re ready to drive at one end of Bealey Ave, you don’t wait until all of the lights are green before you take off. If this were the case, you’d never get started. Instead, you start with one green light, that’s one decision. Move to the next set of lights, wait for the green, make that decision, then continue. You will make it to the end, encountering stop lights or decisions, before navigating to the next. Whatever you do, don’t run a red light. Having the right team around you will help turn these red lights into green. Each will play their part, just be sure to choose the right team members, ones that share your values. 0800 22 22 36 | goldenhomes.co.nz

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Endless swimming all year round!

The at-home, total body ﬁtness system

Endless days and nights of family fun

Designed for performance, your E-Series Fitness System can provide a workout that's suitable for anyone, from an Olympic champion down to the novice swimmer. No crowds, no traffic, no wasted time - just fitness and what we like to call "aquatic wellness", steps away from your back door.

The kids can splash and play in summer, dad can loosen aching muscles with hydro-massage, mum can tone up with rowing training. The versatility of a Endless Pools Fitness System is amazing: use day and night, across all seasons and for all ages, young and old alike.

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Inspirational Design & Craftsmanship

Driven to create surfaces that make a living environment durable, feel and look good to live in, we believe the tactile nature of plaster cladding is unrivaled. The construction process contains many facets which when combined, and applied accurately make for a shining, and durable example of the construction process - from the clients needs, the Architecture, through to the selection ofproducts, and the professional trades people that apply their skills. At Resene Construction Systems we only promote tested & trusted products, solutions and practice for each and every project we work on. Visit our website to discover more about ourexciting range of facade systems, bespokeinterior ﬁnishes,

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Abode Issue 50 - January/February 2021

Articles inside

GOLDEN HOMES

FOR YOUR HOME & DIRECTORY

WAVE BREAK

A HEAD START

PLUM VALLEY

NESTLING INTO THE LAND

THE HOUSE THAT SHEARER BUILT

WINNING WHITE

SMALL IS BEAUTIFUL

THE WILD GRACE OF POTAGER

THE FUTURE LOOKS GREEN

FEELING THE HEAT

LA DOLCE VITA IN AOTEAROA

NEW LINES AND FRESH FORMS

KNOW THYSELF

FROM FUNCTION TO FEATURE

LOOKING FORWARD

DESIGN STORES WE LOVE

HANDCRAFTED WITH PASSION

FEATHER AND OAK

PLACES WE LOVE

THE GREATNESS OF GREIGE

ROUGH AND MILNE

BAYLEYS FENDALTON

A STORE WITHIN A STORE