Abode - Issue 55 - November / December 2021

AOTEAROA HOMES + IDEAS + ADVICE

NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021

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here did this year go? If you’re anything like me, it’s been a busy one, with a lot of new projects and places to enjoy. With Covid-19 still very much present in our world, it’s been a challenging one, too. We can only hope that in a year or so, we will be safe to enjoy similar freedoms to the ones we had before the pandemic. In the meantime, many of us are still directing our travel budgets into our homes and visiting previously undiscovered corners of Aotearoa.

In this issue, we look at how Covid-19 has changed the way we inhabit our homes and how that could mean the end of ‘open plan’ living. There’s some excellent advice and design inspiration for interiors as we look at getting the guest bedroom ready for the holidays, changing things up with wallpaper, kitchen design and landscaping.

The abodes in this issue are a celebration of the good life in some great places. We travel to Twizel to see a bach designed with three generations of one family in mind. In Wānaka, we visit a beautiful, lakeside sustainable home with stunning cedar joinery built for a young family embracing a relaxed lifestyle. A lightfilled oasis near Timaru is an entertainer’s dream with poolside living and in central Ōtautahi we celebrate the renovation of a unique historical home with a sympathetically designed modern interior. Our international home is a Brazilian-inspired architectural wonder which brings the outdoors in. We hope you find something to inspire you.

Shelley Sweeney EDITOR editor@abodemagazine.co.nz

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THE HOME PAGE Social comments, musings, questions and requests from our readers T H E VIEW F ROM THE TO P E Our September/October issue cover home from Gregg Architectural Builders – Perfection at the pinnacle – had readers dreaming of hillside living. The bathrooms were a particular favourite on our socials – there’s a lot to love about a bathroom with a view!

D D E S I RA B LE D E S I GN This award-winning Jack’s Point home from DCD – A legacy of breathtaking beauty – featured in our last issue. It was built with views and sustainability in mind, but its beauty was what appealed to readers, who were in love with the design.

EASY L IVING E Everyone loves the scale and style of a forever home, and this one from Chilton and Mayne Architectural Design and Dan Dwyer Construction – No need to rush – won readers over with a winning layout of two living areas, a separate bedroom wing and a gabled outdoor room.

B D RE A M LI F ES TY LE Poolside living with views of the neighbouring park was an idyllic setting to swoon over in the September/October issue – Family retreat. This stunning family home from Signature Homes provides a dream family lifestyle with plenty of space for everyone.

D RA I S I N G TH E BA R Home Trends Builders wowed readers with their bold, award-winning sustainable home – The big picture. The standout feature for many readers was the basement bar – this building challenge was a triumph of design and ingenuity.

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CONTENTS FE ATURE S

RESIDENTIAL DESIGN

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O N E WAY O R A N OTH E R A sophisticated children’s bedroom and a luxe living space

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KITCHEN L AYOUT MADE E A SY Six potential layouts to plan your dream kitchen

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W H AT COV I D - 1 9 H A S TAU G HT U S A B O UT O U R H O M E S How the pandemic has changed the way we live

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D E S I G N E D TO E NTE RTA I N Ways to elevate your outdoor space this summer

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G U E S T R O O M R E TR E AT Spare room inspiration for holiday guests

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A N E W WO R L D O F I NTE R I O R S A new place to explore coastal style

COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES

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SUBDIVISIONS

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AOTEAROA HOMES + IDEAS + ADVICE

D E S TI N ATI O N H O M E Discover holiday homeware in Oamaru

COLUMNS 28

R O U G H M I L N E M ITC H E L L Birds in the city

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FE ATH E R A N D OA K Let your walls do the talking

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B AY L E YS FE N DA LTO N Ready, set, sell in summer

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H E A LTH Y H O M E S CO O P E R ATI O N The air we breathe

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chapter A NEW

A LOVINGLY RESTORED HISTORICAL HOME

LAKESIDE SANCTUARY A sustainable lifestyle in timber and stone

DESIGNED TO ENTERTAIN Elevate your outdoor living space

A PLACE TO BE TOGETHER A holiday home for the whole family

RRP $9.50

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GOLDEN HOMES Ripe for development

ON THE COVER The breathtaking renovation of a historical homestead in Merivale.

Photography: Dave Richards, Sarah Rowlands, Wayne Hutchinson

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A range of 6 contemporary modern house designs Footprints vary in size from 120m2 to 140m2 All designs include 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms Spacious open plan kitchen, dining and living areas Choice of external wall cladding and roof finishes Energy-efficient, sustainable construction

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A N E W C H A P TE R An historical renovation in the heart of Merivale

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L A K E S I D E S A N C TUA RY A stunning sustainable home in Wānaka

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LU X U RY L I FE S T Y L E A lavish light-filled family oasis

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A P L AC E TO B E TO G E TH E R A thoughtfully designed holiday home in Twizel

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W H E R E TH E H E A RT I S A Brazilian-inspired haven in Johannesburg

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LIFE ST YLE

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INTERIOR TRENDS

INSPIRING FINDS Furniture, fittings and finishing touches for your home

Deco Classic Blockitecture Set by Areaware teapea.co.nz Mexico Planter/Champagne Cooler in Orange by Qeeboo nextdore.co.nz

COLOURFUL COLLECTIBLES Ice Cream Print by Jonathan Adler smithandcaugheys.co.nz

BRIGHTEN UP YOUR HOME WITH COLOURFUL DÉCOR

Resin Balloon Dog in Yellow by Voodoo wonderroom.co.nz

Vitra Doll Wooden N.4 Girard cittadesign.com

Ether Cloud Settee by Jonathan Adler smithandcaugheys.co.nz

Knot Sculpture by Arowm superette.co.nz

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CandleHand Victory Pink and Crossed Fingers Green featherandoak.co.nz

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A collection of smart, iconic and surprising products.

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INTERIOR TRENDS

INSPIRING FINDS Furniture, fittings and finishing touches for your home

Willowby Cube in Toffee icotraders.co.nz

Belle Stool in Cream, Column Pillar Candle in Honey and Ribbed Infinity Vase in White achomestore.co.nz

FINE LINES C L A S S I C A L LY I N S P I R E D LINEAR DESIGNS

Monday Linen Duvet Cover and Pillow Cases cittadesign.com

Column Trays by Black Blaze superette.co.nz

Bau Pot in Cashmere by Ferm Living slowstore.co.nz

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Caulfield Outdoor Side Table by Minotti ecc.co.nz

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INTERIOR TRENDS

INSPIRING FINDS Furniture, fittings and finishing touches for your home

Bird Silo in Terracota

by Pidät garden-objects.co.nz

Oh! Exterior Light accentlighting.co.nz

TERRACOTTA

oasis E ARTHY TONES FOR OUTDOOR LIVING

Tall Metal Planter in Terracotta by Garcia shutthefrontdoor.co.nz

Vincent Sheppard Wicked Outdoor Dining Chair mcw.co.nz

Kida Hanging Chair By Stephen Burks dawsonandco.nz Senja Modular Sofa dawsonandco.nz

Buschbeck Mocca Rondo Barbecue Fireplace turfrey.co.nz 16

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INTERIORS

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A L E X F U LT O N B R I N G S A S O P H I S T I C AT E D C O O L PA L E T T E O F R E S E N E G R E E N S P R I N G A N D R E S E N E P A D D O C K T O C R E AT E A C A L M K I D ’ S B E D R O O M W I T H T H E S L E E K N E W Z E A L A N D M A D E 19 7 0 s S C A N D I C H A I R F R O M C R A F T B U I LT I N D U S T R I E S .

CO U NT RY K I D Soft tones of green (Resene Green Spring and Resene Paddock) and pink make this room cosy and full of whimsy with a country twist. Adding a timeless mid-century chair to a bedroom brings up the relaxed vibe and makes a space for reading under a canopy of organic green tones. Adding bold stripes adds a modern touch for your little person.

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INTERIORS

ALEX FULTON Interior Stylist

WHIMSICAL DESIGN Add whimsy with linen patterned with wildflowers. Bedding is an easy way to change the mood of a bedroom. The wall paint choices were chosen from the colours of the duvet cover. Città Design created this duvet by hand painting a design based on a meadow of wildflowers – and it’s beautiful.

RESENE GREEN SPRING

M I D - C E NTU RY C L A S S I C Inspired by Scandinavian design, this 1970s Scandi Chair is crafted

by Levin-based furniture artisans Craftbuilt Industries. Available in different woods and fabrics, this chair is simple but very effective in a variety of home spaces.

A D D E D TE X T U R E Conventional ar t doesn’t need to hang on walls – try something a little different to add texture and interest. This piece is from Spotlight and is inexpensive, cheerful and fun.

N ATU R A L R O OTS Organic and natural products like this side table made from the root of a tree softens the space and is also useful for a side table lamp and displaying favourite trinkets.

RESENE PA D D O C K

COUNTRY KID: 1970s Scandi Chair in White Oak with Linen Fabric craftbuilt.co.nz; Dried Grass Wall Hanging spotlightstores.com; Columbus Root Stump Stool achomestore.co.nz; Serenade Throw in Muted Sage achomestore.co.nz; Curve Table Lamp in Taupe achomestore.co.nz; Spencer Cushion in Ivory and Natural achomestore.co.nz; Tony the Sloth Soft Toy cittadesign.com; Grove of Wooden Trees thewoodlands.co.nz; Kip and Co Throw/Rug in Pink and Brown Stripe afdstore.co.nz; Kip and Co Lumber Cushion in Pink and Rust Stripe afdstore.co.nz; Linen Wildflower Duvet and Pillowcases cittadesign.com; Resene Green Spring and Resene Paddock resene.co.nz/colorshops

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M O D E RN TOW N Grey is often considered a cold colour, but by adding warmer tones it creates a comforting and sophisticated space. I emphasised colour by adding a customised artwork in the same colour but with a texture that modernises any space. By adding a textured sand to paint and painting onto a canvas in a random way you can create a great effect. The grey colour is Resene Double Concrete, and I added Resene SRG Grit for the texture.

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INTERIORS B R I G HT S H A P E S A selection of shaped vases helps move your eye around the space and adds interest. Modern shapes bring a sense of design wow-factor.

Adding seasonal not-so -traditional blooms increases the architectural form for the zone.

TO N A L FLO O R I N G The tonal story of the grey walls, the canvas and the rug are the perfect backdrop to the colours of the other items in this room. Think of it like a theatre backdrop making the accessories the central characters in the play. We have set the stage for colour, pattern and texture.

S U BTL E PAT TE R N

RESENE B U R NT C R I M S O N

This beautiful pattern ties in the colours of the space. Scatter cushions are an easy addition. Or adding substrate from a chair or a sofa often ties together the room's design and colour elements.

The subtle design of the cushion softens the block colours of the wall and vases.

RESENE DOUBLE CO N C R E TE

RESENE K AMIK A ZE

MODERN TOWN: 1970s Scandi Chair in White Oak with Linen Fabric craftbuilt.co.nz; DIY Painted Canvas by Alex Fulton Design in Resene Double Concrete and Resene SRG Grit; Terra Belle Stool achomestore.co.nz; Soria Bottle in Coffee achomestore.co.nz; Patterned Cushion corso.co.nz; Winter berries harakekeflorist.co.nz; Kanas Vase painted in Resene Kamikaze nedcollections.co.nz; Rug bunnings.co.nz; Sedona Vessel in Sienna casualandcountry.co.nz; Assorted Books corso.co.nz; Sedona Vessel in Marron casualandcountry.co.nz; Resene Double Concrete, Resene Kamakaze, Resene Burnt Crimson resene.co.nz/colorshops

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Kitchen layout, made easy A K I T C H E N T O D AY I S U S E D F O R S O M U C H M O R E THAN JUST COOKING. GE T TING THE RIGHT DESIGN IS CRUCIAL, AND HET TICH HAS ALL THE ANSWERS.

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any homes today have the kitchen as their heart. This means it’s a hub for preparing and cooking food, cleaning and entertaining. These activities are a breeze when you can put your hands on everything you need within a few short steps.

An intelligently planned kitchen will mean you can make logical decisions about where things are placed on the floor plan, making it effortless to move throughout your space. Whatever your kitchen shape, Hettich demonstrates common layouts that make the best use of the area by minimising steps between your working zones and keeping distances short.

The concept involves dividing your kitchen into five functional zones, based on the key activities and areas we need our kitchen for: cutlery and crockery, cleaning agents and waste, food preparation, pots and pans, and food storage.

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S I N G L E CO U NTE R K ITC H E N So that your kitchen still looks well-balanced and is easy to use, Hettich suggests placing taller appliances at the end of the bench space. This creates a cosy nook for food preparation, cooking and washing up.

U -S H A P E D K ITC H E N The U -shaped kitchen is a popular choice for those with ample space. It also gives that wrap -around feel and keeps the distances between work areas to a minimum.

For families with multiple kitchen users, it’s a great space to work in.

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L -S H A P E D K ITC H E N Perfect for spaces with two adjacent and usable walls, Hettich recommends L-shaped kitchens to group tall features such as ovens and fridges to the outer end of each wall.

This leaves the inner space for your preparation area, sink and stovetop. With a great aesthetic flow that limits your moving around, you’ll have ample floor space available for a statement kitchen island or dining area.

G A L L E Y K ITC H E N If you’ve got limited space, a galley kitchen may be the best layout for you, especially if you have high ceilings. Galley kitchens maximise the available wall space and ensure every thing stays within easy reach.

G -S H A P E D K ITC H E N This is essentially the same as the U-shaped kitchen with a semi-island, or ‘peninsula’ connected to one side. There is plenty of design freedom here to bring in multiple functions, for example, a seating area on one side or extra storage capacity.

So, what does this look like for each layout?

By considering the five working areas of your kitchen, you can find a layout that makes the best use of your space and minimises footsteps between frequently used items and appliances. And that’s got to be good, for everyone.

I S L A N D K ITC H E N While a kitchen island can provide a social area for enter taining, it can also create a greater sense of connection between the kitchen and other living areas. It’s always a great way to add more storage spaces, too, or a feature stovetop or sink.

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What Covid-19 has taught us about our homes Z I A L I L L E Y, I N T E R I O R D E S I G N E R AT JOHN ROSS ARCHITECTUR AL BUILDERS C O N S I D E R S H O W T H E PA N D E M I C H A S C H A N G E D T H E W AY W E I N H A B I T O U R H O M E S A N D H OW W E C A N LO O K FO RWA R D TO BUILDING BE T TER.

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C LO S I N G TH E D O O R ON OPEN PL AN Kiwis are very attached to the idea of open plan – but the reality of a fully open entrance, living room, kitchen and dining space is not a practical set up for most families. After living in lockdown, we’ve realised that sometimes you just need a big old wall – or at least degrees of separation that allow people to do their own thing. ‘Broken-plan’ (or split-level) living is a more flexible alternative with freestanding walls, mezzanine levels, sunken living spaces (when sites allow it) and other design features to provide spaces that are connected without being unnecessarily open.

Don’t underestimate more minor changes either: colour, materials, and lighting can do a lot to give pockets of privacy and cosiness.

D E S I G N & I N N O V AT I O N YO U R I D E A L S E L F D O E S N ’ T E X I S T Many building companies sell the idea of a ‘dream home’, and it’s easy to get carried away and begin planning it with your ‘dream self’ in mind. The version of yourself that cooks for large crowds (if only you had a bigger kitchen), cleans more regularly (if only you had more time), and enjoys hours spent tending to your veggie garden (if only you had more energy).

H O M E A S TH E N E W O FFI C E Covid-19 has created the most dramatic disruption to office working culture in our lifetimes. Companies across New Zealand have been forced to embrace remote working and the technology that supports it. For many, the home ‘office’ is a desk against a wall, relegated to a forgotten corner of the house. If working from home is something you need to be equipped for, this will not do! Consider what works best for your working style; a quiet separate room or a nook in a more open living area? Make the space inviting with a calming colour scheme and cosy touches you might normally save for a living room.

It’s great that we now have a better understanding of how we truly use our spaces and time on an everyday level. How much use would a second oven actually get? Are mosaic tiles a sensible option if I don’t want to be cleaning them regularly?

Should we plan to landscape the garden ourselves, or is it smarter to budget for a contractor? Make decisions based on how you are most likely to live, not how your ideal self would live!

C A R RY I N G O N TH E CO N V E R S ATI O N It’s easy to find a building company that will build your dream home, delivering your requests, without question, on the notion that ‘everything is possible’ (for a price). What you actually want, though, is to work with people who make a real effort to understand your lifestyle and help you make informed choices.

It’s time for us to think about how we can use this crisis to rebuild and produce something better. We’re using our new understanding to build smarter, not harder… and we’re excited about where this re-imagining could take us.

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O UTD O O R L I V I N G Kiwis are blessed with a big ‘backyard’. Most of us are never far away from a beach, lake or forest. Despite outdoor living spaces being key to maintaining our wellbeing, they are often an afterthought. A great approach is to make choices that extend the home’s usable living space and connect it seamlessly to the surrounding environment. Think louvred roofs, outdoor fires, or multiple decks – providing options depending on the occasion and weather. Smaller choices are significant, too; is there enough colour and texture to look at? Are we designing a space we can maintain? Do I have the perfect spot to enjoy a cuppa? It’s about creating those simple, everyday pleasures.

More insights can be found in the blog section at johnross.nz NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2021

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I T ’ S T H E P E R F E C T T I M E O F Y E A R TO E L E VAT E YO U R O U T D O O R S PA C E .

G O O M L A N D S C A P E S A N D C O M PA S S P O O L S C H R I S TC H U R C H T E A M U P TO S H O W U S H O W TO C R E AT E M U LT I P L E L O W M A I N T E N A N C E A R E A S A N D W H AT TO C O N S I D E R W H E N A D D I N G A P O O L TO YO U R G A R D E N .

G O OM’S TO P T I PS WHE N CO N S I DE RI NG A P OOL P O S ITI O N I N G Consider the best fit for your garden’s dimensions, remembering to factor in setbacks and other zoning and building restrictions.

SIZE Pool size is typically a very personal choice.

If you want to eliminate a lawn, then you can go large, or keep it small to retain the functionality of other parts of your garden.

S A FE T Y Safety is the number one concern for pool owners. Consider how you are going to properly enclose and supervise the pool.

There are multiple options for fencing, so you’ll want to invest where you get the maximum impact.

H E I G HT D I FFE R E N C E S Try and utilise height differences to give a pleasant outlook to your pool. Different levels can give you the freedom to play around with seating and eating areas.

C H O O S I N G A CO NTR AC TO R When considering contractors, get referrals from friends and neighbours and talk to those with expertise in both landscaping and pools. At Goom Landscapes, the team has over 40 years of experience in the landscaping industry. Compass Pools Christchurch is part of the Goom Group and famous for its self-cleaning system.

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ith summer just around the corner, many of us are turning our attention to our gardens. And that means creating a space that works for us. For one Christchurch family, that meant meeting their growing children’s needs for home-based fun and a space to hang out with friends. The parents were also after a functional entertaining space and a low maintenance garden.

The family enlisted the help of Goom Landscapes to create a contemporary garden which delivers a big hit of happiness at the same time as a hefty dose of safety and secluded space. The paved pool area and outdoor dining spaces are made for living and entertaining outdoors, while the planting and fencing secure a timeless look.

“The family saw the value in adding a pool,” says Jessica Staples, landscape architect at Goom Landscapes. “The family’s children are getting older, and it’s a great way to provide them with a space to call home.”

This complete outdoor renovation centred around the creation of a new pool, as well as providing a boat park area at the front of the property and extensive decking, steps, pavers, and planting.

"The planting beds were kept to a maximum depth of 1.5 metres,” says Jessica.

“We also future-proofed the planting in an area of the property where a spa pool may go. This is a great idea and means the owners won’t need to uproot trees as and when they do install the spa pool.”

The plaster block wall is also an ingenious way of providing privacy between the house and the sleepout, as well as allocating a spot for the barbecue to sit behind. It’s a great way to multi-purpose a feature, and it shows the thought and expertise that has gone into this design.

Goom’s full-service approach marries landscape architecture and construction, garden design and installation, pool design, build and renovation. It’s no wonder this company has won over 20 landscape design and construction gold medals.

“We take pride in crafting landscapes that become your own slice of heaven,” says Tim Goom, director and designer at Goom Landscapes. “With the acquisition of Compass Pools Christchurch in 2019, we are passionate about creating the perfect pool and surrounding areas for the specific needs of our customers.”

For this Christchurch family, the significant upgrade has totally transformed the garden, and they couldn’t be happier.

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have just spent the day in Nelson City. Fair weather it was, a radiant spring warmth with only a smidgen of a breeze on one’s cheek. The Haven was redolent with the shadows of big puffy clouds above. Cumulus, I guess.

There are plenty of expectations in the air as seasonal change heralds spring growth, deciduous branches welcome back leaves, flowers appear, bees, butterflies and birds get busy as our senses awaken.

Among other things, I associate Nelson with harakeke and tūı̄.

Not many people know this, but a very good friend, who shall go under the moniker of ‘Rochelle the pigeon fancier’ and I decided some years ago to set up our own pigeon racing club. Apart from knowing that messenger pigeons were considered quite valuable in Ancient Egypt and Rome, we didn’t know a lot about the birds. We possibly still don’t. But we both shared an admiration of the grace of their flight, the colour of their plume, not to mention their ability to home.

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We never actually owned pigeons, but we certainly admired and envied those who did. As followers of the legendary Flemish bird trainer, Gaston van de Wouwer, we were delighted that his decades of toil were rewarded in late 2020. One of his loft, the stunning ‘New Kim’, after some frenzied bidding, sold at auction for $1.8 million. A lucrative sport once more.

While happy for Gaston, both ‘Rochelle the pigeon fancier’ and I were devastated we missed the live auction. Unfortunately, both busy at the time. While we don’t see a lot of each other, when we do, our conversation turns to things avian relatively quickly.

With my homing pigeon days over, I now take delight in spotting the smart white vest of the odd kererū in flight in central Christchurch. I would certainly like to see more, as I would the korimako and tūı̄. I still recall a site visit to Akaroa one winter, marvelling at the sight of a tagasaste weighted by many kererū jostling for the nectar of its flower.

Similarly, the sight of many a plump kererū happily hanging off the branches of the bush and forest of Rakiura brought joy on a family holiday. Slightly disappointed, I’ve yet to see one fall, intoxicated from its perch. While quiet by nature, they do have a penchant for drunken disorderly behaviour.

A bird of character. Just like the little native hihi, albeit for much different reasons.

We used to have a korimako sing to us from our courtyard outside our studio in central Ōtautahi. It hasn’t been back for some time. It was briefly replaced by an opossum who forgot it was supposed to be nocturnal – a poor replacement for the korimako.

How nice it is not only to see and watch these birds but to hear birdsong within our city. There are some fantastic initiatives to encourage the establishment of patches and corridors of native planting within our city’s private and public spaces. We hope for the tūı̄ to return and more birdsong all-round.

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Let’s explore some key considerations to make when selecting your perfect wallpaper: CO LO U R C U E S Colour can really set the mood in a room.

To make your space feel a little larger pick patterns with cooler colour backgrounds such as cool greys, blues or greens. Softer cooler colours evoke a sense of tranquillity and ease, whilst more intense tones lend a little drama to the room. If you’re wanting to liven up your space, play with warmer tones such as reds, ochre yellows and sunburn orange.

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e love wallpaper at Feather and Oak Interiors – there are so many choices and options with different manufacturers specialising in a variety of techniques, colours, patterns and finishes. It’s surely becoming a key trend this year and will continue to flow into the new year. No matter who you are, what design style you prefer or the era of your home, there is a wallpaper out there that will be perfect for you – from traditional florals, contemporary geometric and tropical patterns to animal motifs and architectural designs.

Wallpaper can be the statement in a room, a supporting act and an effective concealer of old walls. It can introduce personality into rooms and can even be used as a custom artwork. Not only that, the wallcovering you choose can make a room appear bigger, warmer and brighter (or vice versa). The progress in new printing techniques and finishes is constantly pushing the boundaries, and the availability of new substrates makes it even more exciting! Did I say, we love wallpaper?!

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L I G HT P L AY In the darker corners of the home, lean towards wall coverings that will reflect light around the room – think metallic accents or iridescent hues. Wallcoverings with slightly smoother surfaces will aid in reflecting maximum light, whilst playing with textured or embossed wallcoverings will assist in creating a moody, yet impactful room.

S C A L E W I S E LY The scale of your pattern matters. If you want to create a feeling of spaciousness, choose a smaller scaled pattern. On the other hand, if you’re wanting to create a more intimate space, lean towards larger scaled patterns. Panoramic prints and murals are another wonderful option to really make a statement, creating a room that almost feels like another world.

Wallpaper is made to last and here to stay.

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f there is one room in the house that always seems to be the last to feel the decorating love, it’s the spare room. Choosing paint colours for a guest bedroom can be a great opportunity to experiment and have a bit of fun. By starting with a flexible base palette, simple white bed linen and a couple of extra throws, cushions and accessories, you could even customise the space for each of your guests that regularly come to visit.

The key to a flexible base palette lies in picking character neutrals to use on your walls, floor and ceiling. These hues get their name from their complex undertones, which act like chameleons. Resene Rakaia and its various strength levels is among them.

Depending on the accent colours that you pair with it, Resene Rakaia can instantly be made to feel warmer or cooler and appear to look like an entirely different hue. This urban shale grey is also ideal for use in a bedroom for its inherently soothing and restful nature that is very easy on the eyes.

This guest bedroom, which features walls in full strength Resene Rakaia and a floor in Resene Quarter Rakaia relies on other character neutrals – Resene Shark on the headboard and bench and Resene Santas Grey on the bedside table. These colours play to the cooler side of Resene Rakaia and, thanks to their own violet undertones, seem to bring out a touch of violet in it, too.

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From here, the colours you could use to finish off the space are limited only by your imagination. One idea is to start by picking out some accessories you love, like a statement throw or a charming cushion.

You can bring these items to your local Resene ColorShop, and the staff there can help you find colours to match or coordinate.

We colour matched a pink pillowcase and a yellow velvet cushion and painted a handful of small accessories in Resene Wax Flower and Resene Chenin.

For a different look, try swapping in some earthy greens like Resene Siam and Resene Raptor. Or try some periwinkle accessories in Resene Zephyr and Resene Alaska. Whatever accent hues you choose, just be sure to use each one in three different places in your room. This will help create a natural sense of repetition and communicate to the perceiver that they’re looking at a cohesive colour palette that welcomes them to settle in and stay awhile. resene.co.nz/colorshops

Background in Resene Quarter Rakaia with A4 drawdown paint swatches in (from top to bottom) Resene Shark, Resene Jimmy Dean, Resene Santas Grey, Resene Rakaia, Resene Wax Flower and Resene Chenin, book and bird in Resene Wax Flower and bud vase in Resene Chenin.

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What are the benefits of selling in this market of a lifetime with prices at an alltime high?

There is an old saying, if you buy and sell in the same market, then you are protected. You will achieve more for your home selling without pressure, which will enable you to compete on a par with others for your next home.

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Looking for a home when you haven’t sold first puts you in a weaker position and is often full of disappointment and uncertainty about what you can afford.

Competition is very high right through all the price brackets. This will benefit sellers because they will receive cleaner unconditional offers at auction where results are unbelievably strong currently, bringing less worry and stress with the due diligence period.

Interest rates are estimated to rise, but you have the option to lock your rate in for the next few years to give you certainty.

Buyers often want to get into a home before Christmas, so if you can present and market a property using the positive vibes of spring and summer, then you may lock them in emotionally with an image of their family gathered for the festive season.

Homes are warmer, and gardens and lawns are looking their best if they have had a spring tidy up and are not at the stage of being overgrown and dry.

There are highly motivated first home buyers in the market, and often with the help of the ‘bank of mum and dad’, these buyers are actively pursuing their chance to get on the property ladder.

Other factors that drive the spring and summer market are those on job transfers or returning from overseas, while others are looking for school zones, not to mention the general upsizing and downsizing motivations.

There are three selling cycles left until Christmas, so if you are wanting to take advantage of this unprecedented housing market, call us today for our expert advice.

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or 15 years Oneworld Collection has been operating in New Zealand as a wholesaler, supplying some of the country’s leading retail stores with their gorgeous range of furniture and homewares.

But now Oneworld has set up its first full retail showroom in Christchurch and Heather and David Fine are excited about running the entire New Zealand operation.

“After 14 years of experience of living and breathing Oneworld Collection in a wholesale capacity, it is such a thrill to be opening our doors up to everyone.

“This means the general public now has the opportunity to shop our full range of furniture, lighting, mirrors and small home décor. And right now we are able to offer a variety of stunning pieces in the very popular ‘Hamptons’ and ‘Coastal’ interior styles.”

Heather believes what sets them apart is their reach across the globe, which enables them to bring in new, innovative designs to their offering, while still focusing on their

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philosophy of carefully selecting items that won’t date or go out of fashion. And the new showroom allows shoppers to really get up close and personal in order to make the right choices for them.

“By letting customers open the drawers on the furniture to see the stainless steel runners, feel the luxurious sofas with their feather fills, and look at the quality of the glass on our tables, they are able to have greater peace of mind about the decisions they make.”

From small treasures to statement pieces and some of the most beautiful homewares and furniture in the world, it’s all about creating comfortable, stylish and personalised spaces, so your home is uniquely yours.

The Oneworld Collection showroom at 114 Carlyle Street in Sydenham, Christchurch, has everything you need to create a home you will fall in love with.

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rom the wide range of products, to the different brands available, owner Sally-Ann Donnelly says that she and her team always receive comments from customers about how much they love the uniqueness of her carefully curated store.

“We like to support local, so most of the products we stock are New Zealand made or from New Zealand-based companies. Some of the more well-known homeware brands include La Chumba, Città Design, Ned Collections, and Le Forge, with beautiful bed linen from Society of Wanderers and George Street Linen. We are also constantly getting new products from clothing brands such as Taylor, Maaike and Jimmy D,” says Sally-Ann. The store is well prepared for the Christmas rush, and the team already has a few ideas on what will be its most popular items for those looking for gifts – including the Huski beer and wine coolers, ideal for hot summer days, along with the Porter Green silicone glasses, which come in a range of gorgeous colours (and are also sustainable).

The Ashley & Co products are always in demand, but especially so during the festive season, and for those looking for a new Christmas day outfit, Assembly Label has some great basics, perfect for the summer months. And when it comes to trends to watch out for, Sally-Ann says that ecofriendly products are a winner right now.

“We love that sustainability is a key buying factor for so many people. Because it definitely is for us. Bright and exciting colours, such as pinks, blues and yellows, are also very much in fashion and you can see them right throughout the store, from clothing to bed linens.”

And while there is plenty to choose from in store for everyone on your Christmas list, Sally-Ann does have one piece of advice – perhaps for those who tend to do their shopping last minute – and that is to get in sooner rather than later.

“We do get very busy, and while we have done our best to stock up, popular items will go out the door quickly.” Visit the store at 14 Harbour Street, Oamaru.

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WA RM C H A RAC TE R The entranceway displays an eclectic combination of Tudor motifs and Arts and Crafts elements.

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his lovingly restored residence was designed in 1907 by prolific Canterbury architecture firm Collins and Harman, whose English historical designs were heavily influential in the development of early Christchurch. The firm’s iconic designs include such local treasures as The Dux de Lux, The Curator’s House, The Press Building (which was sadly destroyed in the Christchurch earthquakes), The Sign of the Takahe and many grand Canterbury homes from the late 19th to the early 20th century.

It’s fitting then that the current homeowners are lovers of historical properties. When this impressive home came on the market several years ago in “as is where is” condition, the couple, who had already built a home nearby, weren’t daunted by the prospect of a restoration project. They were looking for a larger character home and immediately fell in love with the scale and period features of the property.

For architects such as Collins and Harman, the demand for historical English architectural styles was an expression of nostalgia for clients, who still felt strong cultural ties with Britain. In the late 1800s, areas such as Papanui, Merivale, Fendalton and Riccarton developed as the city began to thrive. Homes that Collins and Harman designed display eclectic combinations of Tudor motifs and Arts and Crafts elements. This home is typical of their turn of the century style with a twostoreyed grouping of balanced gables, bay and oriel windows, balconies and porches.

The couple had no doubts that this grand 480 square metre home on its 1545 square metre section was the one for them. “We saw the house listed in the morning, and by lunchtime, we had been through for a viewing and put in an offer to take it off the market.”

CO N TE M P O RA RY C LA S S I C The retrofitted double glazing from ComfortGlaze provides the benefit of modern warmth without compromising on character. The Resene Rockcote cladding from TK Plastering is a subtle contemporary look that matches the style of the home.

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While they were prepared for a project, the home needed more work than it first appeared. What was expected to be just a one-year renovation took over two years to complete, with an extra year of expenses to go with it.

Fortunately for the homeowners, the rear extension, added in 2005, had structurally sound foundations. It included the large open plan kitchen, dining and living space with a laundry and bathroom. The addition was large enough to house them, their young son, two dogs, and one cat for the entire two years.

The couple was inspired by a period villa they had viewed some seven years earlier that had been sympathetically transformed by Emma Morris from Eterno Design. They approached Emma to see how she might bring similar new elements into their historical property.

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Emma, having an old villa herself, loves to work on them and says, “It was amazing to work with the homeowners who also project managed things. They had lots of ideas and it was a fun process narrowing down the options.”

Emma encouraged the couple to keep some period features, such as ceiling roses in the main living and games room. The homeowners retrofitted double glazing to the original windows and kept the stainedglass windows. These beautiful glass art features in the front door and throughout windows in the home are an Art Nouveau signature from Collins and Harman, preserved in as new condition.

Emma and her team designed the bathrooms, wardrobes, mirrors and lighting. The particular highlight for Emma was the transformation of the master suite. The original upstairs bathroom had been previously divided into three separate narrow rooms.

Emma says, “It was challenging bringing it together. We replaced the raked ceilings with a new lowered ceiling that was one height, removed the small windows and added recessed LED lighting.”

The homeowners wanted travertine in the master ensuite, so this was used to luxurious effect from floor to ceiling, in combination with large scale Italian porcelain stoneware. “It’s a spectacular ensuite,” says Emma. “Even the shampoo recess has been seamlessly crafted in travertine. There is elegant framing and continuity between every surface.”

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One design problem that needed a creative solution was the homeowners’ brief for a downstairs powder room. This needed to be added without taking anything away from the symmetrical proportions of the home.

After some thought, the homeowners came up with an inspired solution to put the powder room under the stairs. With a few minor tweaks to the space, including moving the plumbing, Emma and her team were able to create a sumptuous powder room.

The considered use of LED lighting more than makes up for the lack of natural light in the cocoon-like space which mirrors the master-ensuite with the use of travertine and this time a polished version of the largescale porcelain stoneware. These Uniquestone tiles were hand-picked for the homeowners by James Thomson at Brymac Tiles on their first visit to the showroom. A special touch was the countertop made from original timber claimed from within the home.

The couple had taken the costs of re-levelling the foundations into account, but re-roofing the home had the most significant impact on the budget. When the original Marseilles roof tiles were removed, their weight had impacted the structure of the walls, which then needed to be strengthened and straightened.

When talking about the extent of the work needed, the homeowners say, “We had to take the home back to its framing and rebuild it. It’s an entirely new house.”

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B E S T M O N E Y S P E NT We love the warm water radiator heating, powered by a diesel boiler from Central Heating New Zealand. The constant warmth is soft and ambient, and we were able to powder coat the radiators in the games room to blend in with the darker walls.

FAVO U R ITE R O O M The bathrooms! The decadent effect of the floor to ceiling natural stone and tiles. The large format Uniquestone porcelain stoneware from Brymac Tiles and the Travertine from CDK Stone work so well together. In the main bathroom the Portsea Grey natural limestone is soft to touch and we love the imperfection of the natural stone.

T HE ART OF STONE The seamless powder room countertop from Alsop Joinery complements the Uniquestone tiles exclusively imported from Italy by Brymac Tiles.

B I G G E S T LU X U RY All the lighting – sourced from Accent Lighting and Halo.

The three crystal petal pendants in the entrance way make an immediate impact when you enter the house. The ceilings had to be reinforced to take the weight of the large crystal facets in the master bedroom and formal lounge but it was well worth it!

B E S T D E S I G N D E TA I L We’re really happy with the downstairs powder room that was repurposed from a cupboard under the stairs into a beautiful bathroom.

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They worked closely with Resene Rockcote to achieve the desired effect and Emma helped to select the perfect Resene shade of grey for the plaster and white for the accents on the gables, balconies, and porch.

The generously proportioned front lawn was also a consideration in the overall approach to the renovated property. “We wanted the front of the house to reflect the home, and decided to put down Smart Grass instead of actual grass, knowing that it would allow us to have an all-year round stunning front of house that would always make an impression and that the dogs couldn’t dig up,” say the homeowners.

This lovingly restored home is treasured by its owners who went through a lot to get here but wouldn’t change a thing in their abode, which was a Regional Gold Winner for the Bunnings Renovation over $1 million at the 2021 Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards.

“We’re happy that we saved this house,” say the homeowners. “It’s a piece of history that will be here for at least another hundred years.”

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hen daylight leads the design, magic can happen. Invited in through the solid streetfacing façade of this expansive Wānaka home, you enter light-filled spaces that are arranged around an interior courtyard. A covered outdoor room links to a separate retreat wing. Rooms look through other rooms to capture views beyond. Corner openings, surface sliders and pocket sliding doors re-shape rooms to extend their boundaries.

The brief for Eliška Lewis Architects was for a timeless look, emphasising timber and natural stone to complement the surrounding mountain vistas and environment. The homeowners wanted to maximise the number of rooms with a lake view to provide flow

through the house suitable for their young family and to provide shelter for the changeable weather. The family wanted a house with personality and a built interior where everything has a place. They also specified uncompromising thermal performance of the building envelope as an essential component of the design.

Sustainability was also a high priority for the homeowners who chose to work with Dunlop Builders very early on to bring their vision of a sustainable build to life. Manging director Bryce Dunlop says, “We have a lot of knowledge on the sustainable side of construction.

Airtight, low-energy building is what we do. So we ticked all of the boxes for the homeowners.”

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E FFO RTL E S S LU X U RY The fine attention to detail by Mojo Joinery blends the kitchen elements in effortless luxury.

The strategies involved in this project included designing construction methods for sandwich-layered floors, ceilings and walls. These methods address thermal bridging, airtightness and vapour control, and hence provide comfortable living temperatures while protecting the internal structure from condensation risks associated with an alpine environment.

Architect Eliška Lewis says, “With the budget in mind, we reduced the footprint and kept the overall form simple, to allow more funds for thermal performance and seamless detailing and finishing. When not in use, flexible spaces become multi-purpose rooms with a hidden murphy bed, desks, lounging area, that at any time could be transformed into private guest rooms.”

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HOMES Extensive joinery drawings were provided, planning every aspect of how the family would move through each space. Timber fixed louvres in front of opaque glazing define the main entrance, concealing the storage areas within. Steel portals between windows were insulated and detailed with crafted timber to give depth and character to frame the views while providing a sense of enclosure.

Experienced with the high level of bespoke detailing required in luxury homes, the team at Dunlop Builders have worked locally in Wānaka for over 20 years, suggesting materials and offering practical considerations to suit a variety of budgets and requirements. Bryce says, “It was an excellent collaboration with Eliška, and together the right decisions were made with great communication between architect, builder and homeowner.”

“This project required an exacting finish with all of the detailed joins and junctions of the interior cedarwork on show,” says Bryce. The experience and quality workmanship of the Dunlop Builders team delivered an outstanding result for the homeowners who developed a firm friendship with Bryce over the 12-month build.

The street elevation of the home is restrained, with high glazing for morning sun and an elevated view through the building without compromising on privacy. Height restrictions on the property guided the roof design, as a low-lying profile achieved a floor level that allowed views over the kānuka trees.

The house is arranged around an internal courtyard behind the kitchen, while a covered outdoor room runs alongside, with the living and dining area directly in front.

The homeowners wanted this centrally located kitchen to be clutter-free, and storage was a vital part of that.

N ATU R A L L A N D S C A P E Plot Landscape Architecture designed the garden to blend seamlessly into the surrounding natural landscape.

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Eliška says, “The homeowners left us with a fairly open brief for the kitchen. What they did ask for was a modern black and wood material palette with an emphasis on natural stone. One of the homeowners is a geologist with a keen eye on the characteristics of stone. He chose the feature island countertop in white-veined black marble and matching splashback. It was also important we went with these elements to connect with the surrounding mountain vistas that the property enjoys.”

To address the brief for an open clutter-free space, the full-height rear cabinetry was designed to the left, dropping the height towards the right, to provide room for the discrete high clerestory windows that bathe the kitchen in natural light. The functionality of the generous cabinetry is optimised by easy access, advanced cabinetry hardware. “The cabinet door hinges over-extend to provide full and easy access to cabinet interiors. Similarly, the upper cabinet doors lift out and

upwards, meaning hassle-free access to these harder-toreach spaces,” says Eliška.

Recessed lighting above the benchtop provides both task and mood lighting, while concealed strip lighting highlights the same stone’s use on the rear splashback, and high windows above the cabinetry let in the morning sun. The timber floors allow an ideal backdrop to the finely finished wood.

This light-filled entertainer’s kitchen was awarded the TIDA New Zealand Architect-Designed Kitchen of the Year at the Trends International Design Awards 2019.

The house has an abundance of natural light, with any artificial lights specified as LED fittings. The roof, wall, and floor assembly are airtight, achieving low energy consumption, with membranes controlling moisture and protecting the construction materials.

The result is a building that has long-lasting comfort for future generations.

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INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT The homeowners appreciate the results of this thoughtful design and build. “We believe Eliška takes great pride in delivering a product that balances architectural integrity with the long-term day to day needs of the client. Her attention to detail, particularly with interior design, not only invites a sense of style but also optimises functionality in every space.”

With so many decisions to make when building an architectural home, a strong relationship with the architect is critical. The homeowners add that, “Eliška always maintained an excellent balance between putting forward her creative ideas and listening to our needs. She was always easily contactable and utilised the latest 3D software, which allowed us to share in each step of the design process, while away from New Zealand.”

“Working within the constraints of a fairly limited budget, we kept the overall form simple to allow more to be spent on seamless detailing and finishing – resulting in a warm and user-friendly space all-round,” says Eliška.

ARCHITECT Eliška Lewis Architects 03 443 8184 eliskalewisarchitects.com BUILDER Dunlop Builders 021 289 8442 dunlopbuilders.co.nz KITCHEN JOINERY Mojo Joinery 03 445 0128 mojojoinery.co.nz

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his home strikes the perfect balance. With a large open plan area in the heart of the home, this place is made for entertaining. Equally, the snug bedrooms and quiet outdoor spaces towards the rear of the property make it an enchanting place to relax and unwind. Its name, the Gleniti Oasis, is a fitting title for this prominent yet peaceful home.

Set on a busy road on the outskirts of Timaru, this semi-rural property is certainly a head-turner. The 385 square metre home was built by Shore Construction in 2018 and sits proudly on a sizeable section. Designed by Garry Mayne of Chilton and Mayne Architecture, the house offers a timeless look with clean, fresh lines and a mono-pitched roof.

“We set the property back off the section to give relief from passing traffic,” says Garry. “We also positioned the property to maximise the views to the rural landscape beyond.” With its heightened ceilings and high windows in the living space, this home is flooded with natural light.

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“The owner was looking for a modern, clean-looking home set up for entertaining and making the most of the afternoon and midday sun,” says Garry. “And we’re all delighted with the result.”

One of the stand-out features of this home is the use of the Timaru Bluestone. There are many possible uses for this naturally beautiful, genuinely New Zealand product.

Used for dramatic effect in many settings, the textured bluestone in this property helps to provide contrast against the white Resene Rockcote plaster cladding.

“We like to use textured materials to create a bit of interest,” says Garry. “This bluestone can also be seen in Christchurch Airport, for example. It can be used on floors or as outside tiles.” At the Gleniti Oasis, it provides accents of interest at the entranceway and the fireplace inside.

“We wanted to keep the material palette quite simple on this property,” says Garry. “And let the glazing speak for itself. I drove past this property just a couple of days ago, and it still looks awesome, and it really stands out on the street.”

Another feature of the home is the louvred roof in the outside seating area. The opening roof creates an additional living space for the family and provides a sheltered space for socialising outside. Manufactured and installed by Louvretec, the roof gives the best of both worlds: shade or sun, keeping the owners and their guests warm and dry.

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HOMES With the inclusions of a swimming pool and sheltered outdoor living space, these areas maximise the home’s external environment and provide the homeowners with several options for entertaining. The living spaces seamlessly open to the outdoor kitchen and several paved courtyards that extend further around the house to a lap pool.

Chilton and Mayne Architecture has worked on several projects with Shore Construction. Both parties work collaboratively together to achieve an outstanding result, every time.

“Whether it’s the start of a dream sketched on a napkin, or something fully-fledged and professionally drawn, we can make it a reality,” says Nick Shore of Shore Construction. Nick has worked his way up through the ranks and is now the General Manager of the company, while his father, Rickie, the founder of Shore Construction, remains in a hands-on role as a Project Manager.

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HOMES P O L I S H E D TO P E R FE C TI O N The durable polished concrete floors in an Industrial Finish from Perfect Polish provide a natural, modern and stylish look throughout the living spaces in the home.

INVOLVED IN THIS PROJECT BUILDER Shore Construction 0800 688 7313 shoreconstruction.co.nz ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN Chilton and Mayne Architecture 03 307 1126 cmarchitecture.co.nz EXTERIOR PLASTER Resene Rockcote 03 338 6328 reseneconstruction.co.nz

As a growing and successful building company, Shore Construction has extended its reach in recent years with the additions of a Christchurch-based team and a Central Otago branch in 2019, powered by a dedicated team of locals.

“We’ve been building quality residential and commercial properties across South Canterbury and the Mackenzie district now for the past 25 years, and with a strong team of talented and experienced builders, our clients can build with confidence,” says Nick.

Having professionals in the team who know and love everything about the Central Otago district means Shore Construction can meet its expanding clients’ needs. “It’s our superior workmanship and a commitment to providing our clients with an enjoyable construction process that has seen them returning to Shore Construction time and again,” says Nick.

This superior workmanship is shown off throughout the home. In particular, the negative detailing of the GIB, which creates clean, sharp lines on the walls, floors and ceilings, adds a modern finish to the home.

In addition, the custom built pool really showcases the talent of this team.

This home sets a crisp architectural statement within the semi-rural site and surroundings. It is the ultimate in comfort and design. With its elegant yet relaxed interiors and spacious and sophisticated outdoor areas, this is undoubtedly one home that will stand the test of time.

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he brief was simple: to create a beautiful holiday home for a multi-generational family. Marcus Stufkens, architect and design director at Stufkens and Chambers Architects, set about designing the 140 square metre holiday home on the outskirts of Twizel, knowing he had not only a family of five to consider but also grandparents, horses and a boat.

“The homeowners have Clydesdale horses and wanted a space to be able to bring their horses with them during the long summer holidays,” says Marcus. “With a full-time home for a boat to consider as well, I started to focus in on an internal courtyard concept. This then became the apex of the whole design.”

What Marcus designed was a comfortable and intimate three-bedroom home with a genuine holiday feel. “It’s got a lovely indoor-outdoor flow, with the internal courtyard providing a secluded space away from the winds,” says Marcus. The arrangement of the buildings helps create this internal courtyard, which enables seamless circulation and line of sight.

Another clever design of the home is the use of light.

A vaulted ceiling over the central living area provides plenty of natural lighting inside. And with the grass of the internal courtyard close by, there’s a fabulous sense of bringing the outside in. Add to that the north-facing living room with its spectacular views of Ben Ohau, and this place really starts to shine.

The interiors are also a nod to the natural beauty outside the walls, with blocks of subtle green and blue throughout the home to accent the natural theme. The pre-finished Plytech Ambience feature birch ply adds a warm and textural quality to the interiors, with most of the walls and ceilings in the living areas using this natural product.

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One of the many standout interior features of this home is the inclusion of a fourth bedroom that converts to a media room and the use of integrated furniture, giving the home a cosy and self-contained feel. There’s certainly a lot packed into this relatively small home, without the sense of it being packed or crowded.

“One of the bedrooms had to have at least four bunkbeds, so that family friends could come and stay,” says Marcus. “And the media room has a pull-out bed, so for a relatively small space, there’s room for friends to stay.”

The exteriors are a mix of stained plywood and irregular batons, with lightweight autoclaved aerated concrete on the southern facade. This environmentally friendly material weighs far less than standard concrete.

The panels, or Loxo Cladding, are reinforced with vertical and horizontal corrosion-protected steel, giving them exceptional fire resistance as well as thermal and acoustic insulation.

“The choice of this exterior will allow the building to age gracefully,” says Marcus. “It provides great weather protection given the contrasting temperatures of the Mackenzie Basin region, and it increases the safety and longevity of the building.” With some detailing of marine grade wire zig-zagging up the exterior, the homeowners hope that some planted climbers will take hold and add some further greenery to the outside.

The project is one the team at Stufkens and Chambers Architects can be proud of. The company is a talented, progressive practice with award-winning principals who take great pride in what they do. As qualified architects, great emphasis is placed on the quality of the detailing, and this home is certainly no exception.

“We have offices in Christchurch, Auckland and Tauranga,” says Marcus. “It’s great to be getting into

LU S C I O U S L I G HT A vaulted ceiling and plenty of big windows give this home a feeling of space and openness.

RO O M FO R A L L A clever design by Stufkens and Chambers Architects makes for a beautiful holiday home for all members of the family.

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Despite the simple brief, the build came with one main challenge: building during the winter months in the Mackenzie Basin, renowned for its fluctuating temperatures. “With sub-zero temperatures we experienced delays with the pouring of the foundation, for example,” says Marcus. “And the deep haw frosts were challenging for the builders.”

Kershaw Builders took up the challenge of these frosty mornings and long hours in order to get the house built before Christmas last year. “We started building in June, and the homeowners were in by Christmas,” says Rachel Kershaw, co-owner of Kershaw Builders, along with her husband and builder, Allan.

It was a challenge they achieved and can be proud of. Working with four builders, plus Allan and the various subtrades, the team demonstrated their ability to work seamlessly throughout the project.

Rachel and Allan pride themselves on helping clients turn their building dreams into a reality, and this project was no exception. “We worked some long hours on this one, but it was a fabulous location, and we have some great builders working with us,” says Rachel.

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Allan is a third-generation builder based in Christchurch, but thanks to owning their own bach in Twizel, the couple were happy to take on this project.

Rachel brings with her over 15 years of building industry experience, working on concept plans, pricing and project management.

The relationship between the architect and the builder went incredibly smoothly, with Rachel saying, “The architect was great to deal with. There were a few quick decisions that needed to be made, and details needed to be clarified as the build progressed, but we always worked well together.”

The finishing touches are the icing on the cake for this home. The spectacular kitchen designed and manufactured by Elite Joinery, provides a beautiful central space for the family to convene in. The blend of blue and green hues in the joinery tie this home firmly into its natural landscape.

This is an excellent example of a well-planned and purposeful project. Plywood lends a warm and contemporary yet casual feeling to the interior. The internal courtyard adds a flexible space for family members, guests or grandparents. Simple and understated, this house demonstrates the skill and creativity in making a design look at once homely and refined.

B E AUTI FU L B ATH RO O M The freestanding bath and large black tiles provide a modern feel to this bathroom.

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n Johannesburg, there is no mountain,” says architect Anthony Orelowitz. “There’s no sea.” He is referring to Table Mountain in Cape Town, South Africa. Houses in Cape Town tend to look outwards, seeking to catch a glimpse of the ocean or frame a view of Table Mountain. “Here, you have to create your own habitat,” Anthony says. That, at heart, was the basis of his response to Johannesburg’s urban character when he designed his own home in the city’s famously forested suburbs.

The plot of land Anthony was to build his home on had previously been a tennis court accessed via a long driveway at the end of a ‘panhandle’, surrounded by neighbours on all sides and far from the street. It felt like a self-contained island with tall mature trees in a sea of suburbia.

To create his habitat, Anthony turned to the archetype of the atrium house – an internal courtyard wrapped around on all sides by the house, creating a peaceful sanctuary at its heart, open to the sky. He calls it a “self-contained oasis in the city”.

The house itself is essentially a series of pavilions, with vast sliding doors and screens that can be opened and closed to reconfigure a mosaic of spaces in countless ways. Anthony designed a new rail system to manage the large glass panels, which made up the sliding doors.

Rather than simply surround the central courtyard, however, Anthony describes the way in which he “pushed” the landscape through the pavilions and out to the very edges of the site. “The ground plane washes through the house completely from one end to the other,” he says. This, he explains, creates “secondary courtyards” all around the house, where the pavilions open onto private, peaceful nooks under the trees, and the boundary walls in effect become the walls of the house.

Despite its long, low-slung appearance, the house also rises to create an upper level in the treetops, carefully designed around branches that lean into and over the house. It’s like a “big, adult treehouse”, says Anthony. The effect is a sense of space knitted together vertically as it is horizontally, drawing you up to the terraces as much as through the house and gardens on the ground level.

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B E N E ATH TH E S U R FAC E Three “porthole” windows on the underside of the swimming pool on the upper level cast a liquid light over a covered section of the courtyard below.

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Anthony designed it “upside down”, with the bedrooms at ground level, nestled under the trees, and the living and outdoor entertainment areas – even the pool, with portholes underneath looking down into the central courtyard – on the level above. He says that when he wakes in the morning, he wants to “touch the ground” and “be in the forest”.

The clarity and apparent simplicity of the design is, inevitably, a wonder of engineering, ranging from massive, brutishly strong “post tension beams” that wrap around the house (so well hidden by cascading plants that you’d never even know they were there), to a floating lounge floor suspended by a 90 mm steel hanger from the ceiling above that seems to defy gravity.

Anthony speaks of wanting sensory feedback when you touch surfaces throughout the house, from the walls to the floors. He says it’s a quality he finds rejuvenating.

The rough sensuality of the stone, the lushness of the plants and the elemental presence of the air and water leans away from the minimalism of European modernism in the direction of the lush, sensual tropical modernism with its early origins in Brazil.

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W E LCO M I N G WATE R The pond at the entrance provides a welcoming coolness and the sound of water.

The care taken with the detailing means that the transitions between inside and out become seamless in a way that houses often claim to be but aren’t. The slatted timber cladding that wraps the walls and ceilings have door and window frames so precisely integrated into them as to make the thresholds imperceptible.

The bespoke lighting is concealed and designed so that in the evening, the quality of light inside and out is consistent. The effect is slightly magical.

Despite the sleek beauty of the design, Anthony compares the house to Hogwarts School in the Harry Potter series of books, referring to the secret passages and trick stairs in the fictional school. He describes it more as a system than a set structure. “You’ve got hidden passages and concealed spaces behind spaces,” he says. The ways in which the walls and screens can be opened or closed in Anthony’s house means that it can also be quite magically reconfigured. It is forever shifting and changing shape. “It’s quite theatrical in a way,” says Anthony.

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Some totally over-the-top features, like the appcontrolled automated skylight (about 20 metres long and 3 metres wide) that runs the length of the front of the house, add to the magical effect, transforming interiors into exteriors. “The walls are made of plants,” points out Anthony, referring to a vertical garden the length of the first floor.

The interiors were an exercise in layering, articulating and complementing the architecture rather than decoration. Natural textures are picked up in the fabrics, maintaining the sense of grounded, authentic materiality. The colours are drawn from the water, the foliage, the sky and the stone to marry inside and out as one space.

To maintain the sense of simplicity, subtle variations in colour, texture and material – the same granite hammered here but sandblasted there – keep it from appearing monotonous or sterile. The patterned tiling on the built-in outdoor sofa in the central courtyard, for example, breaks the rules but introduces something whimsical and refreshing that rings true to the spirit of the place.

The secret, however, remains in the detailing, in being able to sustain a clear vision from the “big idea” right through to the tiniest detail. Of course, such painstaking attention only pays off if the idea is convincing in the first place. If it is, you have the making of an architectural landmark. The idea is elevated.

In this case, the idea was not so much to create a building or a house in the traditional sense as a place.

“Can you make your home your favourite space in the city?” asks Anthony. The open courtyard at the heart of this home is an invitation to do so.

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THE ARCHITECT AND THE ARTISTS

By James Hackshaw, Colin McCahon and Paul Dibble Publisher Massey University Press A beautiful book about the remarkable collaboration between the modernist architect James Hackshaw, the painter Colin McCahon and the then young sculptor Paul Dibble on twelve New Zealand buildings – from churches to houses. Drawing on interviews with Hackshaw and on the McCahon archives, this book brings a littleknown body of work into the light.

CO N D I M E NTS TO TH E C H E F Tauranga-based chef and entrepreneur Cherie Metcalfe brings barbecues to life with her Pepper & Me range of sauces, rubs, crumbs, sprinkles and grinds.

These summer pantry staples are a secret culinary weapon for easy entertaining, connecting people with food and taking home cooking to the next level. pepperandme.co.nz

THE OLIVE TREE IN MY KITCHEN

By Helen Melser Publisher David Bateman Ltd

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A homage to the humble yet versatile olive tree. From ancient to modern times, the olive tree has provided us with a multitude of health benefits and a wealth of culinary possibilities. Discover the delights of Chocolate Olives, Olive Flower Champagne, Olive Shortbread and Crispy Beer-battered Olives in this ideal book for all olive lovers.

The gamers and WFH (working from home) members of the family might find themselves fighting over the lightweight and sustainable G435 Wireless Headset from Logitech.

Once considered a ‘gamers only’ accessory, headsets give us the ability to work, play and be entertained anywhere without disturbing others around us. logitech.com

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LIFEST YLE S I M P L E S O P H I S TI C ATI O N Witchery’s latest collection pays homage to Mother Nature, celebrating our renewed need for grounding and gratitude. In its exploration of nature’s best, spearmint and sesame hues are introduced alongside a summer chocolate creating a dynamic neutral contrast to usually saccharine spring and summer palettes. witchery.co.nz

S I P B AC K A N D R E L A X With summer on the horizon, it’s time to savour the season with Leftfield’s ravishing rosé.

This deliciously dry Hawke’s Bay habitant has a unique mix of Merlot, Pinot Noir and Arneis, with aromas of fresh strawberry, tart cranberry and juicy raspberry for a subtle sweetness and juicy acidity.

Stunning alongside seared salmon, charcuterie, and soft cheeses. leftfieldwines.com W E L L B E I N G B O O S TE R The health benefits of collagen powder are officially a thing and babyface pure collagen powder is here to help your gut health by improving the absorption of nutrients and easing digestion. This powerful powder also supports nail growth, while giving you stronger, more luscious hair and smoother skin. babyface.co.nz

H A N D C R A F TE D S TE E L Born from a love of cooking, Cain & Abel provides home cooks with the same quality of knives that master chefs use. These locally handcrafted tools slice through meat, vegetables, and fish effortlessly.

Carbon steel is stronger than stainless steel and can be sharpened to an extremely high standard edge, perfect for exploring your culinary passion.

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Boost your summer skincare routine with the new Hydra UV Protect SPF 50+ Face Fluid from Bondi Sands, offering broadspectrum protection while helping to soothe and nourish skin. This ultra-lightweight fluid formula leaves a dewy, healthy glow and gives the appearance of smoother, plumper skin.

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THE GOOD LIFE A life well lived is a life worth living TH E A RT O F L I V I N G Blurring the lines between home furnishing and art and exclusively representing the world’s leading lighting and furniture brands in Auckland and Wellington for over 30 years, ECC has arrived in Christchurch. At the cutting edge of design and showcasing contemporary style and timeless classics, from brands such as Minotti, Linteloo, Magis, Giorgetti, Glas Italia, Piet Boon and Tom Dixon. An expansion of the ECC lighting showroom, this beautiful newly curated space has every element covered for a design-oriented home. ecc.co.nz | 145 Victoria Street, Christchurch

LOV E YO U R H O M E Back in 2015, Alex and Corban of The Block NZ fame started A&C Homestore in Auckland as a place for inspiration, advice and products for everyone to make their home their own and do it in a way that is kind – both to people and the planet. Six years and several stores later, A&C Homestore has arrived in Christchurch, where the beautiful range and philosophy remains the same in this must-see store for all things to do with your home, renovations and style. achomestore.co.nz | The Crossing, Kettlewell Lane, 18/166 Cashel Street, Christchurch LO C A L FL AVO U R S Christchurch’s new bistro, The Lane, offers relaxed dining in stylish banquette seating with a menu from talented 5th Street duo Max Perry and Samson Stewart. Along with Troy Tolentino, the trio have curated twists on classics and new dishes, supporting local producers with seasonal ingredients. The Lane’s menu caters to all tastes and dietary requirements, with a delectable selection of bespoke cocktails, wines, craft beers and non-alcoholic options to enjoy from around New Zealand. Open from breakfast to dinner in the laneway adjacent to the Sudima Christchurch City hotel. thelanechristchurch.co.nz | 49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch

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The team at Nathan Cook Builders’ expertise ranges from building extraordinary new homes and renovations through to creating outstanding outdoor spaces to enhance your home. Whether it is a new architectural build or an alteration, they tackle all types of projects. Your trusted local builders, servicing our community with exceptional workmanship since 2002.

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Paprika spring carrots and garlic mint yoghurt T W O R A W S I S T E R S B R I N G TA S T E B U D S T O L I F E W I T H T H I S D E L I C I O U S C O M B I N AT I O N O F C A R R O T S , CHICKPE AS AND SPICES, DRIZZLED IN AN IRRESISTIBLE CRE AMY GARLIC MINT YOGHURT DRES SING. THE DRES SING WILL L AST IN YOUR FRIDGE FOR ONE TO T WO WEEKS AND MAKES A G R E AT A D D I T I O N T O M A N Y M E A L S . Y O U C A N ALSO CHANGE THE RECIPE UP WITH ANY OTHER V E G E TA B L E S U C H A S E G G P L A N T.

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I N G R E D I E NTS : 1 bunch of spring carrots, cut into sticks 1 x 400g can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds 1 tsp smoked paprika Oil Pinch of sea salt

G A R L I C M I NT YO G H U RT: ½ cup coconut yoghurt 1 tsp apple cider vinegar 1 clove garlic, crushed Good handful of fresh herbs, roughly chopped 1 tbsp tahini Pinch of sea salt Black Pepper TO S E RV E : Fresh rocket Dukkha M E TH O D : Preheat the oven to 200 degrees C. Place the carrots, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, paprika, sea salt and oil on a baking tray. Toss until everything is well combined. Place in the oven to cook for 15 minutes.

Once 10 minutes is up, turn the oven function to grill and grill for 10 minutes. Once cooked, remove from the oven to cool slightly.

For the garlic mint yoghurt, place all ingredients in a blender or alternatively use a stick blender. Blitz everything together until you get a nice smooth green yoghurt.

Place a layer of rocket on a salad platter, followed by the roasted carrots, chickpeas and pumpkin seeds. Then drizzle with some garlic mint yoghurt. Continue this layering process for another one to two layers.

Any leftovers will keep in an airtight container in your fridge for up to four days.

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F O L K LO R E S TO R E Folklore is Central Otago’s destination home store, located in the heart of the historic Clyde village. Folklore offers a curated collection of unique homewares, furniture and fine goods, crafted in natural materials. We have an extensive range of rattan, linen and hand woven wire light shade designs. Ranging from large to small, there is a style to suit all home spaces. Shop the full range online or enjoy the Folklore experience on your next trip to Central Otago.

19 Holloway Street, Clyde folklorestore.co.nz

MOX I NI H OME 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.

So next time you’re in Nelson, call in and see what all the talk is about.

149c Salisbury Road, Richmond, Nelson moxini.co.nz

HO USE K E E PER S D ES I G N 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.

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At Accent Lighting we pride ourselves on our exceptional knowledge, expertise and service. We’re continuously adding to our collection with the latest styles and technology from top European designers. The Mediterrania Outdoor Pendant from Bover is just one of the unique products on offer, complemented by our design service for both residential and commercial projects. We’re passionate about great design and the importance of lighting in any design project. Visit our showroom at 829 Columbo Street, Christchurch for a complimentary consultation.

With a passion for interior design and all things gorgeous, the staff at The Fabric of Society are always on hand to offer advice. Whether it’s fabric for a cushion or for the whole house, a lamp, or a question on painted furniture. The showroom in Rangiora, Christchurch is filled with beautiful, affordable fabrics off the roll from all over the world. Visit the showroom today and meet the team. thefabricofsociety.co.nz | the_fabric_of_society

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Experts in bathroom products and installation for 21 years, Millen provides a comprehensive range of bathroom ware from classic to contemporary styles. The locally designed range includes stone-look basins, wooden vanities and tapware in a broad range of finishes from brushed metals to matt black. The new showroom on Annex Road in Christchurch, features a broad selection of off-the-shelf products as well as a range of custom made options to suit a variety of styles and budgets.

Empire Glass thinks glass is beautiful. Amplifying your design aesthetic through the beauty of modern glazing is their specialty. From frameless glass showers, to architectural balustrades, custom mirrors and more, Nathan and his team of craftsmen create bespoke solutions for your home.

With the vision and expertise to deliver stunning results, trust Empire Glass with your next project. Call Nathan now to discuss how Empire Glass can help you make your dream project a reality.

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A design concept online store that pushes colour and peddles function from New Zealand and abroad. Alex Fulton is obsessed with objects of colour to embrace the slightly different and encourage individuality with things that stand out from the crowd. AFD is the rebel of online retail, encouraging people to think differently, shop with their eyes, and design like no one is watching.

Bring an elegant, minimalist look into your home with the stunning Madras Link Ponte collection.

This exciting new range combines glass and dull brass with on-trend arch shapes to create a refined look in a new collection that features consoles, occasional tables, lamps, mirrors, upholstered chairs, and the latest addition – an impressive bar cart with form and function.

Available exclusively at Ballantynes in-store or online.

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For over 60 years Bremworth carpets have been synonymous with the finest quality, style and innovation. All their stunning carpets and rugs are made using 100% New Zealand wool. Not only 100% natural and renewable, wool is also naturally durable, stain-resistant, and easy to clean.

Bremworth carpets go beyond the traditional, with a result that is both beautiful to look at and a dream to live on. Explore their range online or visit your local Bremworth retailer.

In operation for over 40 years, Brymac Tiles has a wealth of experience and specialist knowledge to draw on. Offering an extensive range of luxury European tiles made from longlasting materials, at the best prices, Brymac Tiles provides a professional installation service that guarantees quality workmanship every time. Visit their showroom at 42 Durham Street for all your interior and exterior tiling solutions.

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Elegant bathroom design meets ergonomic storage solutions!

Better known for being a kitchen hardware supplier and manufacturer, Blum are more than just kitchens. We are innovators and engineers. We want to discover the future together with you, seeing your ideas for a higher quality of living come to life. To inspire and be inspired by our customers and industry partners.

Experience original Blum quality at 16 Avenger Crescent, Wigram.

I am proud to recommend our team of talented and personable designers that are passionate about working with clients to develop interiors spaces that are unique, innovative and tailored to individual taste and budgets. Supported by in-house experienced professionals, we deliver both form and function from trusted suppliers like Bremworth, Luxaflex and Porcelanosa. Nextdore is an experience that I know you will enjoy. Nick Dore CEO

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Delight in brilliant bouquets and perfect posies. Blooming since 1937, Court Florist is an iconic Christchurch brand and one of the city’s foremost florists. Be enthralled by the beauty of stunning fresh flowers, creatively arranged by our talented florists. For every day or special occasions, for yourself or someone else, Court Florist brings you inspiration in spades.

Visit us at 143 Victoria St or simply order online.

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Well, what do we have hair?

Selling like hotcakes, Hair Candy is back, ready to strengthen, repair, and grow your hair. This keratin conditioning treatment is made in New Zealand and owned by Christchurch’s very own Hair by Tuscany. Mike’s Haircare is ‘100% Ugly Free’ with no sulphates or parabens.

Mike and Glynis Hamel create magic for their clients from their stimulating space.

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oakleysplumbing.co.nz Now with a new, innovative website, Oakleys is proving to be a market leader in bathroomware inspiration. Walk through Oakleys' showrooms without leaving home, create, save and share projects and find design and product inspiration on the company’s new website. Oakleys’ stores in Christchurch, Dunedin, Nelson & Cromwell are all proudly locally owned and operated.

THE MOHAIR STORE themohairstore.co.nz @themohairstore

The Mohair Store in Christchurch is the best place to find pure New Zealand-made natural fibre throws. Alongside the large colourful range of Mohair throws, they have a stunning new Wool Twill Throw collection, woven with boucle yarn, that has a beautiful drape for the couch or as an extra layer on cool evenings.

Available in a black gift box, with free postage within New Zealand and Australia. Shop online for the full range.

Eurotech Lighting is a proud New Zealand family-owned business, who have been producing lighting products for over 50 years. Design is in our DNA. We listen and watch closely to what New Zealanders want and make sure we can deliver the latest designs and technology advancements to all Kiwis without the matching price-tag. Our range features the latest lighting trends from natural materials to sleek feature lights, soft mood lighting and glamorous chandeliers.

Health Based Building champions healthy and sustainable life spaces. Spaces where we live, work, sleep, eat and play. A healthy living environment that sustains natural systems, resources and ecosystem services essential for the economy and society, is sustainable development in the truest sense.

For building, renovating, Health Based Building is here to provide information and products for you to make your space a healthy place.

resene.co.nz/colorshops Embarking on a home decorating project but experiencing a colour conundrum? Resene’s experienced colour experts are on hand to help you successfully select colour combinations and wallpapers that reflect your personality in your home. Book a free in-store consultation, or make an appointment with a Resene colour expert to visit you at home – where they can help you with your Resene paint, wood stain, wallpaper and colour choices, inside and out.

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At Tussocks Homeware we believe your home should be a collection of memories and treasures to share with family and friends.

We love helping you find the right pieces to make your home feel even more special. Whether you’re building, renovating or just need that special piece, we can help. We are Wānaka's Città Design stockist with hundreds of cushions and homewares to choose from.

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We offer a no obligation pricing service and can quote on site or from plans.

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It’s worth leaving your comfort zone to discover new ideas. Why? Because that’s what the future demands. The best quality of living

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Our hardware is designed to improve quality of living. So let‘s create the future together @blumnewzealand

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The air we breathe DAMIEN MCGILL

Director of the Healthy Home Cooperation

I M A G I N E W A K I N G U P, F E E L I N G F U L LY R E F R E S H E D O R C O M I N G B A C K T O A H O M E T H AT F E E L S L IK E A WA R M E R, D RIE R V E RS I O N O F Y O U R L O C A L P A R K . H E A LT H Y H O M E C O O P E R AT I O N D I R E C T O R D A M I E N M C G I L L T E L L S U S H O W.

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he way we use our homes has changed over the last generation or so. Family members are not home during the day with the windows open. Instead, we vacate the house en-masse on cold frosty mornings and return the same way in the cooling evenings. Windows don’t get opened as this allows heat to escape. Consequently, the internal air quality of the home suffers.

Humidity and carbon dioxide levels increase, and mould forms on walls and ceilings. A symptom is the stuffy feeling you notice when coming home in the evenings.

When you live in a well-ventilated healthy home where the air you breathe inside is a purified version of the air outside, then you can feel refreshed every day.

Balanced Mechanical Ventilation Systems with Heat Recovery (MVHR) are a necessary part of any healthy home.

Just occasionally opening windows is no longer appropriate for how we live in our homes.

There are three different types of ventilation system on the market, these are shown in the boxes on the right of the page.

Wouldn’t it be awesome to come home to a warm, well-ventilated healthy home every evening? At the Heathy Home Cooperation, we would certainly like to think so. We want the indoor air you breathe to positively influence your health and wellbeing.

1 . P O S ITI V E P R E S S U R E : These systems take poor quality air from the roof space and pump it into the bed and living rooms. These rely on leaky homes as the displaced air is forced out through gaps and crevices. They work fine in spring and autumn, but the ceiling air is too cool in winter and too hot in summer, adding to your power bill.

2 . N E G ATI V E P R E S S U R E : If you left your bathroom fan or range hood on 24/7, this would suck out the moist air from these rooms, replacing it with air drawn in from the same cracks and crevices. This is arguably a cheaper, better system.

3 . B A L A N C E D W ITH H E AT R E COV E RY: MVHR systems work by constantly bringing a low rate of outside fresh air into the house. They extract moist stale air and replace it with just the right amount of fresh air, filtered and warmed by the heat of the extracted air, using a heat exchanger. The more airtight the home, the more efficiently these systems work. This is the best system.

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RIPE FOR DEVELOPMENT AS HOUSE PRICES CONTINUE TO RISE, DE AN MCGUIGAN, DIRECTOR OF G O L D E N H O M E S C A N T E R B U R Y, T E L L S U S W H Y T H E T I M E I S R I G H T T O MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SECTION AND BUILD FOR A BE T TER FUTURE.

O DEAN MCGUIGAN

Director, Canterbury Region at Golden Homes

ver the last few columns, I’ve talked about house and land packages, investment opportunities, first home buyers and broadening your horizons regarding locations if you are looking to join the market. But don’t think I have forgotten about those with sections or land stashed away for a rainy day.

In this ever-changing and dynamic market, if you have a section, it is likely that there is never going to be a cheaper or better time to build or develop your land than now.

It is widely publicised that building product prices are on the way up due to supply and demand, so for those who hold the ‘ace’ card of land ownership, you will have already seen a remarkable rise and capital gain on your asset.

Perhaps now might be the ideal time to leverage off this increase and lock in a build cost at today’s prices to realise the full potential of your property.

Whether you intend to build to add to your rental portfolio or sell it off quickly to reap the rewards of capital gains in the current market, it’s worth doing the maths and running it past your accountant to see if ‘now’ is the time.

Look for a design that best suits the site.

Get advice from your building company as to what design will best suit the orientation of the site, such as where the sun rises and sets in relation to the site layout. Maximising the site coverage and getting you the best results for your budget, whether you are building to sell or wanting to keep your new home as an investment, are top things to consider.

A good building company should come and stand on the site, do their research and design a plan according to each section.

There are certainly some significant tax advantages to building new at the moment, so don’t let the opportunity outprice itself.

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Custom made in New Zealand, a Louvre Concepts roof gives you control over your outdoor living.

With our automated remote control system you can open or close your roof to suit the weather conditions, along with our intelligent rain sensor which closes the roof automatically on contact with rain.

Enjoy outdoor entertaining all year round with a Louvre Concepts louvre roof.

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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 of products, 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 our exciting range of facade systems, bespoke interior finishes, and construction products.

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