Abode - Issue 61 - November/December 2022

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THE TREE MUST REMAIN A mid-century inspired retreat

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ONE WAY OR ANOTHER Maximalist and minimalist bedrooms

AN INTEGRATED FAMILY OF HOMES An idyllic enclave of riverside residences

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s we approach the end of 2022, we can enjoy feeling sure of our plans for the summer ahead. I’ve just returned from a trip to France and the UK, where tourism is thriving, and the queues are as long as ever.

There’s nothing like a holiday to stimulate the senses and soothe the soul.

I went on a rollercoaster for the first time (no regrets!). I explored La Rochelle, finding beautiful streets along the idyllic coastline. But for me, the mark of a great holiday is the feeling I get when I arrive home to my own self-curated world, where I know how everything works, and it’s just right for my family and me. That fresh perspective on the familiar and spending untethered time with our people is what holidays are all about.

But let’s not forget those relaxed summer weekends spent at home. With those in mind, you’ll find some fresh inspiration in these pages to enjoy entertaining indoors and in the garden.

Our homes in this issue span from the city to the sea and beyond. We feature an award-winning Mt Pleasant home enjoying spectacular views, a luxurious residence in the Wakatipu Basin, a beachside home that breaks the mould in Sumner, a mid-century inspired property in St Albans, a beautiful development of riverside residences in Fendalton and a stunning coastal holiday home in South Africa.

Whether you’re getting ready for a summer at home or planning a new adventure, we hope you find some time to relax with abode.

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MAKING THE LE AP Maximise your outdoor space this summer C E L E B R ATE W ITH S T Y L I S H S I M P L I C IT Y Pared-back contemporary Christmas style

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ONE WAY OR ANOTHER A maximalist bedroom and a calm green haven

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FE ATURE S

ONE WAY OR ANOTHER Maximalist and minimalist bedrooms

AN INTEGRATED FAMILY OF HOMES An idyllic enclave of riverside residences

AN ARCHITECTURAL STATEMENT A beach house with two homes

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CONTENTS HOME S 38

TH E TR E E M U S T R E M A I N A sophisticated mid-century haven

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G O L D S TA N DA R D A commanding, award-winning hillside home

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A N I NTE G R ATE D FA M I LY O F H O M E S A new riverside enclave of exceptional residences

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A N A R C H ITE C TU R A L S TATE M E NT An innovative design for beachside living

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C E NTR E S TAG E H O M E Luxury living in the Wakatipu Basin

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S E A S O N S I N TH E S U N A coastal holiday home with minimalist interiors

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TOTA L R E A LT Y Families on the move

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FE ATH E R A N D OA K A brighter year ahead

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R O U G H M I L N E M ITC H E L L Swimming upstream

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H E A LTH Y H O M E CO O P E R ATI O N A healthy home for Christmas

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GOLDEN HOMES Right house right time

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The Home Page Social comments, musings, questions and requests from our readers D VA L L E Y GOA LS How about those views? This outstanding Wakatipu Basin home from Team Green Architects fits seamlessly into its natural environment with large windows making the most of the expansive scenery and Passive House principles guiding a sustainable lifestyle.

S U M M E R B RE E Z E E This Sumner village property had our readers dreaming of summer. The Borrmeister Architects designed house takes beachside living seriously in all the right ways. Go on, pack your boogie board and head down to the waves!

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FAMILIES ON THE MOVE T O TA L R E A LT Y D I R E C T O R A N D M O T H E R OF FOUR R ACHAEL CONE SHOWS FA M I L I E S M OV I N G H O U S E H O W TO S E T THE SCENE FOR A SMOOTH TR ANSITION.

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hatever the reasons are for moving home it’s important to discuss and involve the move with your kids. Involve them by taking them to open homes and asking which room they like best and what they love about the home. Once they feel involved, your children may get more excited than you are, and you have won half the battle.

Here are some ways to ensure that your house move is a bonding and positive experience for your family.

D E C LUT TE R I N G A garage sale is a great way to minimise and offload any extra items you no longer need while making a fun family activity of it. If you don’t have time for this, consider donating to charity.

PAC K I N G Pack away non-essential items as early as possible, including extra linen, blankets, and toys. Then get your children to name and decorate their own boxes!

CLEANING Write a list of what needs to be done and check who wants which jobs on the ‘to-do’ list. You could consider having a reward beside the job once completed.

Start cleaning walls, ceilings, surfaces, windows and skirting boards before the move. This way, cleaning on the day will be quick and relatively painless.

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I N S P I R E A N D E NTE RTA I N Find books about moving house and read them with your children. It’s also fun for younger children to draw pictures of their new home to inspire their enthusiasm and imagination.

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On moving day, make sure you have activities, breakfast, lunch and nibbles and water bottles full. Empty a room in the new home and make this the playroom for the younger ones. You could even put up a temporary gate, especially if there are a lot of vehicles going in and out of the property moving furniture.

A S K FO R H E L P Always accept any offers of assistance and do ask for help. If you are lucky enough to have family or friends nearby, organise assistance on moving day.

S AY G O O D BY E Before moving day, have a ‘Goodbye Party’! Have a party with the kids to celebrate

the good times and if you are moving out of town, have a party with friends and family at your place, the local park or a club. A chance to say goodbye is really important and not just for the kids.

Moving with children may seem like a momentous task, but this is also a family adventure that will bring moments to cherish for years to come.

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s we move from years of Covid-19 turmoil and uncertainty to the incessant economic gloom dominating the media, it can be hard to know where to find refuge. Our homes can provide a much-needed sanctuary from the world and an opportunity to refresh and reset. Interior design trends we are noticing for 2023 crave a brighter outlook and connection with our homes.

Interior trends can shape how we style and decorate our homes. However, they also reflect the mood and times in which we live. As we look towards 2023, it is interesting to see a wide range of colours, textures and materials growing in popularity, but perhaps more importantly, the mood of design has shifted.

Ideas such as crafting spa-like serenity and luxury escapism can bring a sense of uninhibited joy and playfulness. These ideas can also give a nod towards the nostalgia of good times of previous years, as we all crave a change from the past two years. When we create an air of positivity around ourselves, our mood and motivation change. Therefore surrounding yourself with things that make you happy in your home will help you shift towards a new outlook.

Popular ways we can absorb these mood-changing design styles into our homes are through the use of:

CO N V I V I A L S E ATI N G Bringing people back into connection again and encouraging the art of face-toface conversation.

O C E A N H U E S A N D N I G HT S K Y MINER ALS Echoing the colours of the calming ocean, aqua is set to be a shade to watch. Beautiful

galaxy-inspired finishes are also a material we will see more of – think dark blues, veined with whites and pale blue streaks, which are starting to show up in vanities and luxury tabletops.

ARCHES Softly curved shapes that soften spaces and help relaxation will continue to be present in furniture, doors, windows, mirrors and wallpaper.

C U RV E D FU R N ITU R E Continuing the theme of softly rounded edges, curved furniture is an exciting movement to watch. It is thought that curved furniture can create emotional responses such as calmness, contentedness

and comfort – think furniture and pillshaped kitchen islands.

O P U L E N C E A N D LU X U RY The maximalist approach is here to stay with saturated hues, luxurious finishes in golds and metallics, bold wallpapers and fabric patterns, and trims and borders on curtains, cushions and walls. Previously discounted as too traditional, the new approach of trims is modern, iridescent and fun, while borders can bend around architraves and break up spaces unexpectedly.

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hen it comes to creating a relaxing reading nook, think about the things that make you feel happy and soothed, then bring those elements in.

Here, this soft chaise is an open invitation for imagination and daydreaming, but it’s the casual vibe of its surrounding colour palette that makes it a spot you want to sink into.

This blend of delicate greys, taupes and a deep dusty blue has a calming influence. The grey blue shade of Resene Atomic seen on the floor and several of this room’s accents is hugely grounding. Warm taupe like Resene Perfect Quarter Taupe is used for the rounded wall design, and Resene Oilskin, seen on the left wall and tray, works well as a base for highlighting the other colours.

To some, grey can be seen as dull, boring or cold, but the right shades of grey, such as Resene Half Athens Grey (used as the main wall background colour) and Resene Quarter Delta (seen on the floor), can actually be very calming and relaxing. They work well with almost any colour or palette and can seamlessly blend into the rest of your décor outside of your self-care corner.

Creating both tactile and visual texture is also very important for your reading nook.

Choose fabrics and finishes that are both pleasant to the touch and beautiful to look at to add to the physical and emotional cosiness of the space. The wavy timber ‘headboard’ has been finished in Resene Colorwood Riverstone, a warmed neutral stain that allows the beauty of the wood’s natural grain to show through. Bringing reminders of nature into the home like this can create a ‘biophilic’ response that soothes.

As a playful nod to the organic, curved shapes of the headboard, wall and floor designs, testpots in Resene Quarter Perfect Taupe, Resene Atomic, Resene Oilskin and Resene Quarter Delta have been used to create DIY artwork that echo their forms. A few small accessories have also been painted, such as the stone and tray in Resene Oilskin, the stool top and shelf in Resene Quarter Perfect Taupe and the bud vase in Resene Atomic to keep the eye moving about the space – without interrupting it with anything too jarring for a truly relaxing space. resene.co.nz/colorshops

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or centuries, plants and gardens have been used as a form of therapy, and there is a growing body of evidence to support their positive impact on mental health. One of the most well-known benefits of spending time in nature is that it can help to reduce stress levels and improve overall mental wellbeing.

This is something landscaping specialists Green Therapy are all too familiar with. They understand the incredible health benefits of plants and nature in general and seek to connect each of their clients to the beautiful world of greenery. On top of that, they seek to create spaces to connect with family and friends to relax and enjoy. The

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“We’re all about reconnecting people with nature,” says Bryce Coulter, Director at Green Therapy. “We offer design services, planting schemes, project planning and construction.”

The team has recently completed a landscape project in Bob’s Cove, Lake Wakatipu, at the base of Mt Creighton. Bryce’s clients wanted a relaxing retreat in harmony with the grandeur of Lake Wakatipu and its surroundings – a place to reconnect with nature and enhance the local environment.

“It wasn’t a straightforward site to work with,” says Bryce. “It’s perched on a sloping site with variable soil types, huge run-off and unpredictable winds. Add in the searing temperatures in summer and freezing winters with extreme rainfall, and it’s quite an undertaking. It goes from dry to boggy to sunny to deep shade.

“What’s great about this project is that the architect and landscape architect worked on this build together from day one,” says Bryce. This cohesiveness led to the creation of an all-weather outdoor room and planting that is truly part of the landscape. Plants were selected to be in tune with soil type, wind, sun and shade aspect, and to only need temporary irrigation.

The results are exquisite. The project recently won Supreme Winner, Best Horticultural Project of the Year and Best Revegetation Project of the Year at the Registered Master Landscapers 2022 Awards.

An example of sculpted nature at its finest.

As Bryce says, “This is not the sort of concept you could implement from sitting in the office. It was about having people on the ground, getting up close with the soil conditions and contours and so on. I think one of the reasons it was so successful was that we stayed in touch with the clients for five years, as things changed on the site as the seasons passed.”

Guests to the property say it’s hard to leave, as they feel so connected and relaxed in the nestled environment that’s been created here.

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Swimming upstream

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F R O M T H E M O U N TA I N S T O T H E SE A, TONY MILNE FROM ROUGH MILNE MITCHELL FOLLOWS THE BRAIDED RIVERS OF THE SOUTH I S L A N D, T R AC I N G T H E C H A N G I N G L ANDSCAPE AND RESTORING ECOSYSTEMS.

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his may seem a little odd, but how good does a braided river look?

I do have a soft spot for the force and volume of the Clutha River/Matu-Au. There is something alluring about its almost languid rhythm. A conduit of flow that does not look back. However, as mighty Matu-Au is, a braided river, it is not.

The Rakaia and Waimakariri rivers that flow across the plains of Waitaha resonate strongly. Defining elements within the arable arrangement of this land. These rivers, fulsome with sediment, hence their braided nature, meander seemingly nonchalantly from the mountains to the sea. Wander they do, through the bluestone-clad walls of the Christchurch Airport too.

Fascinating when you consider the components of a braided river system and the life it supports. Apt then, that as I drove to parkrun last weekend, I lent an ear to Country Life on National Radio. A gem of a radio programme. Last Saturday, the east branch of Glenariffe Stream in Canterbury’s Rakaia Gorge was discussed. Spawning salmon too.

Previously this stream had been diverted to convert wetland to pasture, an economic reality of farming at the time. The stream is now being naturalised, and fresh mountain water will once again flow through Glenariffe’s east branch. Pasture is now reverting to wetland.

A landscape transforming, and as ‘BJ’ Ensor, who farms Glenariffe Station with her husband Mark, pertinently says, “The land definitely wants to do its own thing here… no matter what we’re doing on top of it, it’s

always going to revert or try its best to, in this case, be a wetland”.

This stream is one of the key fishspawning streams in the Rakaia catchment.

I learn this as Fish and Games Steve Terry passionately talks about habitat restoration, the life of a salmon and its proclivity for instream clean gravel beds. As we do for clean sheets, I thought.

As I listened, I recalled I once prepared a landscape plan for Steve and his wife Ginny.

Fair to say Ginny was the driver of this, and while I discussed roses with her, Steve enjoyed a beer. While in proximity, I am sure his mind was elsewhere. Rather than a blooming Margaret Merril, he was possibly pondering the conundrum of how to track salmon during their three years at sea. Who can blame him?

Still one of the great unknowns in the life of a salmon, maybe it’s more alluring that we don’t know. The fascination of some of my generation to track their offspring on Snap Maps, I do struggle. Oh, for the freedom of the sea, the youth must think.

Like Steve, as landscape architects, we find ourselves involved in some fantastic opportunities at the farm and high-country station scale. Restoring ecosystems, from fencing a waterway through to biodiversity farm planning provides a wonderful lens to our future productive landscape of Aotearoa.

And back to parkrun. It certainly felt as though I was swimming against the current; relatively easy to track on Snap Maps, though.

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F R O M N AT U R A L W O O L CARPE TS TO CUSTOMIS ABLE AND HANDCR AF TED RUGS, BREMWORTH NOW ADDS A NE W CARPE T TO ITS COLLECTION T H AT ’ S P E R F E C T LY I N T U N E W I T H O U R N E W Z E A L A N D N AT U R E .

Galet wool rug in colour Sage

ur lives today are busier than ever, with many of us struggling to carve out time for total rest and relaxation. Add to that our increased shift towards working from home, and it’s understandably hard to switch off from it all and enjoy some moments of stillness and quiet. More often than not, connecting with nature is the perfect way to steady our focus and calm our minds.

Bremworth understands our predicament and wants to help in our journey to a more peaceful and sustainable existence. The company has been working hard for many years to journey towards becoming more sustainable.

They’ve said goodbye to plastic fibres and are welcoming the finest quality, style and innovation through New Zealand wool.

With the increased popularity of loop pile carpets in recent years, Bremworth now introduces a product that combines this love of wool and the need for durability in the family home. The result is a new carpet, elegantly called Kenshō. In Japanese, ken means “seeing”, and shō means “nature” or “essence”. It translates as “seeing one’s (true) nature”. An apt and fitting word to describe this carpet.

Bringing to life the essence of nature through this low and tight pile carpet, Bremworth was inspired by Japanese zen gardens and has brought this into our homes with a meticulously woven elegant loop pile.

New Zealand wool is unmatched in terms of warmth, cosiness and overall sensory experience. It’s been one of our nation’s staple materials for thousands of years, and with so many different products to choose from at Bremworth, it’s a versatile choice that suits a variety of aesthetics.

The Kenshō carpet is expertly crafted and features a calming palette of heathered neutrals, and it is ideal for a high-traffic home.

There are six colours to choose from and all have the benefits of woollen carpets: easy to clean and maintain, naturally anti-static and hypoallergenic, fire and soil resistant and beautifully soft underfoot.

And if you’re looking for something just that little bit more personalised, Bremworth has a wide range of customisable rugs. You can choose the style, colour, size, shape and edging to best suit your interior.

When you’re choosing a carpet or rug for your home, it’s a given that the material needs to be durable, low-maintenance and available in multiple colours and styles. Luckily, Bremworth’s New Zealand made wool carpets and rugs tick all of these boxes and more.

That’s peace of mind right there!

0800 808 303 | bremworth.co.nz

TAKE A STAND AGAINST PLASTIC

MAKING THE LEAP

WITH SUMMER UPON US, NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO CONSIDER THE BENEFITS OF A LOW-MAINTENANCE A RT IFICI A L L AW N F RO M SMARTGR AS S TO MA XIMISE YO U R O U T D O O R S PAC E .

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s the weather is getting warmer, many of us are starting to think about our gardens and how we can make the most of the sunny days ahead. But amidst the excitement of barbecues and outdoor dining, we might also feel a certain level of dread at the amount of work we’ll need to do to keep the lawn area looking good for family and guests.

One of the hottest trends in landscaping, SmartGrass is a new type of artificial grass that is realistic, durable and environmentally friendly. abode takes a look at the top five reasons SmartGrass might just be the perfect way to take your landscaping headaches away.

1. Get the perfect-looking lawn! It’s no secret that a perfect lawn is the envy of many homeowners. And it feels soft, too. These environmentally friendly lawns can be constructed with up to six different naturalcoloured blades up to 40 mm high, giving a luxurious look and feel.

2. No more mowing! Let’s face it, landscapes take a lot of maintenance, so not having to worry about the lawn can be a huge weight off your shoulders. With SmartGrass, you can say goodbye to the weekly mow and spend your weekends just enjoying the lawn and doing something you actually enjoy. Just stand back and enjoy an incredible-looking lawn.

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3. Functional! An artificial lawn can extend your outdoor living space with minimal fuss and hassle. Unlike natural grass, artificial turf doesn’t go brown or dormant in the winter months. It will stay green and freshlooking all year round, giving you a beautiful garden to enjoy whatever the weather.

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4. Low maintenance! Once you’ve laid your artificial lawn, there’s very little you need to do to keep it looking good. There’s no need for irrigating, feeding, re-seeding, edging, de-thatching or fertilising.

5. No more mud! If you have young children or pets, you’ll know only too well the havoc they can wreak on your grass. Artificial lawn is completely mud-free, so you can say goodbye to muddy footprints in the house and no more brown discolouration or patches on the lawn from dogs.

SmartGrass looks so real that it’s often mistaken for the real thing. The company has recently completed its 2000th installation in Christchurch. So, it’s fair to say the team at SmartGrass are the experts when it comes to creating beautiful and versatile artificial lawns.

0800 88 73 69 | smartgrass.co.nz

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CELEBRATE WITH STYLISH SIMPLICITY

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abode G E T S A S N E A K P E E K O N T H E C H R I S T M A S E D I T AT F R O B I S H E R . I N S P I R E D B Y D A N I S H M I N I M A L I S M , S O U R C E D L O C A L LY A N D P U L L E D T O G E T H E R T O C R E AT E A M O D E R N Y E T P A R E D BACK CHRISTMAS LOOK, THIS COLLECTION CAN W O R K C O H E S I V E LY A L L Y E A R R O U N D .

Maison 55 Paxton dining chairs complement the Maison 55 Charlie dining table, with beautiful Broste diningware and decorations.

natural items to decorate the table is a great starting point to exude a minimal modern aesthetic. Next comes the Frobisher creativity!

Jessica can be seen here styling and piecing together the collection in the Christchurch Frobisher showroom. The Maison 55 Charlie dining table and Maison 55 Paxton dining chairs give that feeling of comfort and softness.

In addition, the Broste candleholders and vases add that informality to the setting, and the Broste cutlery Hune set adds a sense of luxe and warmth to the table.

“Everything in our Christmas edit is available in store all year round,” says Jessica. “It’s very much in keeping with our brand essence.”

Be sure to see these products for yourself and witness how some simple changes to standard items can make something quite special when celebrating with family and friends this Christmas.

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his Christmas, more than ever, people are looking to source locally and create a minimal yet inviting festive atmosphere. The team at Frobisher provides their take on this need for simplicity and softness when it comes to setting up your home for the festive season.

Frobisher’s design specialists are passionate about guiding their clients to find timeless quality pieces that reflect their personality and style. Not following trends, Frobisher has those one-of-a-kind pieces that you can display in several ways, no matter the occasion or aesthetic.

“We’ve used a simple, muted colour palette in our Christmas edit this year,” says Jessica Beavon, National Sales and Design Manager. “This creates a space that feels inviting and festive, despite the modern, pared-back aesthetic.”

Fine bone china, ceramics, porcelain and mouthblown glass make beautiful features alongside the delicate structures. The use of a simple white linen tablecloth runner and

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one way OR another CREATIVE DIRECTION AND PHOTOGRAPHY CHARLIE ROSE JACKSON

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STYLING SHELLEY SWEENEY AND JEN MCBRIDE WORDS SHELLEY SWEENEY

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THE BOLD AND BE AUTIFUL CURVES OF THE OLIVE BEDHEAD FROM WINK DESIGN POP AMID STRIPES OF R E S E N E VA L E N T I N E A N D R E S E N E I N S P I R E I N T H I S WHIMSICAL BEDROOM.

Boutique chic Inspired by the joyful eccentricity of English boutique hotel interiors, this feminine maximalist look is a feast for the eyes that thrives on a bold clash of patterns and colours. The Olive Bedhead from Wink Design stands out against the brand new pinks of Resene Valentine and Resene Inspire. These wall colours soften the hard edges of the black checked linen duvet and cushions in stripes, floral, checks and pink velvet. The look is pulled together and grounded by the solid black and pink of the side table, throw and chair.

C H A RLI E ROS E J ACKS O N Creative Director & Photographer

CHECKING INE Against a plain backdrop, this classic gingham checked duvet set would be the focal point, but here it simply holds its own among a collection of objects with equally strong personalities. Maximalism is all about self-expression and layering of patterns and textures. There are no rules here, apart from limiting your colour palette to create cohesion.

C TH E RI GH T S TRI P E S This black and white striped lamp is perfectly at home in this environment, echoing the stripes on the wall and cushions while connecting with the black of the duvet and side table. It’s a practical piece with a fun personality.

BPR ETTY IN P I NK The pink shade of this Qeeboo Ribbon Chair sits comfortably between the two wall colours and is designed to lighten the mood of any space, with a curved ribbon back to bring the sweetest of dreams into this whimsical bedroom.

Resene Inspire

Olive bedhead winkdesign.co.nz; Pottery Barn Capitola Tufted Rug Grey; Wallace Cotton Anawhata Duvet; Wallace Cotton Anawhata Standard Pillowcase; Wallace Cotton Moonlight Velvet Quilt in Blush; Wallace Cotton Bedouin European Pillowcase; Wallace Cotton Moonlight Velvet Standard Quilted Pillowcase; Home Lab French Flax Linen Sheets in white; M.M Linen Verde Cushion; Città Design Twill Cushion Eucalyptus Multi; Città Design Paloma Coffee Cup in Natural; Qeeboo Ribbon Chair in Pink ballantynes.co.nz; Tomo Side Table bauhaus.co.nz; Toppu Lamp achomestore.co.nz; books and bowl stylist’s own; ballet pointe shoes from Charlie Rose; Resene Valentine and Resene Inspire resene.co.nz/colorshops

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B L ACK CA NVA SE The solid block of black from this Tomo side table has a grounding influence, and its contemporary silhouette with shelf also acts as a blank canvas for the striped lamp and pink books, with wall colour peeking through connecting each element.

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one way OR another CREATIVE DIRECTION AND PHOTOGRAPHY CHARLIE ROSE JACKSON

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STYLING SHELLEY SWEENEY AND JEN MCBRIDE WORDS SHELLEY SWEENEY

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THE OLIVE BEDHEAD FROM WINK DESIGN STRIKES A CALM POSE IN THIS SERENE BEDROOM WITH A BAC K D R O P O F R E S E N E T R A N S C E N D, R E S E N E T E A AND RESENE QUARTER TEA.

Sage haven Resene Transcend is a fresh minty sage from the latest Resene fashion colour fandeck that inspired this look and complements the warm neutrals of Resene Tea and stripe in Resene Quarter Tea to create a soothing space that feels like a coastal retreat. The Olive Bedhead from Wink Design is perfectly at home in this neutral territory, where cool shades of sage, white and grey come together with warm tones of oat and tan. Natural textures of wool and linen bring a relaxed luxury to this minimalist bedroom.

B C U RV E D CO M F O RT Like all bedheads from Wink Design the Olive bedhead is a customisable piece that can be upholstered in a selection of fabrics from the website or you can BYO fabric for a personalised look to match your décor. With its two arches you can even choose a different fabric for each side of the Olive bedhead. Here the neutral bouclé brings luxurious texture to this soft linen look. Wink Design also makes customisable lampshades, cushions and valances for a cohesive look, made from sustainable materials that are easy on the planet.

D N ATU RA L WA RM TH These woollen throws are an ideal accompaniment for the linen bedding. They are relaxed and natural with a luxurious texture. Each throw was chosen to sit comfortably with the Resene colours and linen bedding for a calming, harmonious look.

D C LA S S I C A L C A LM This Greek column-inspired side table brings an intriguing sculptural element to the space, keeping things cool and neutral within the soft colour palette while providing a practical base for bedtime essentials.

Resene Transcend

Resene Quarter Tea

Resene Tea

Olive Bedhead winkdesign.co.nz; West Elm Hera Side Table Semi Circle Lacquer Haze; Potted Hamburg Vase in Parchment; Home Lab French Flax Linen Sheet in White; Home Lab French Flax Linen Duvet Cover Set in Natural Oat; Home Lab French Flax Linen Euro Pillowcase in Sage and Home Lab French Flax Linen Standard Pillowcase Pair in White; Bronte Eucalyptus Lambswool Throw and Bronte Transitional Travertine Windowpane Wool Throw ballantynes.co.nz; Meridian Lamp Brass achomestore.co.nz; Città Design Velvet Cushion Cover stylist’s own; Resene Transcend; Resene Tea and Resene Quarter Tea resene.co.nz/colorshops

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LOV E A B L E L INE NE Creating a natural bedroom look calls for natural textures, and this 100 per cent pure French flax linen bedding from Home Lab is the perfect addition for luxurious bedroom styling and comfort. Linen adds warmth and cosiness in winter and lightness and breathability in summer.

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For the love of interiors

YO U WA N T A B E AU T I F U L I N T E RI O R F O R YO U R H O M E T H AT ’ S B O T H F U N C T I O N A L A N D I N V I T I N G .

BOCONCEPT HAS ALL THE ANSWERS – WITH THE PA S S I O N A N D E X P E R T I S E T O M AT C H .

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hen you think of Danish interiors, you’ll likely think of style and serenity. Danish furniture brand BoConcept exudes sleek and contemporary interiors at every step. This year, the company celebrates not only its 70th anniversary, but also seven years of trading in Christchurch.

We’re lucky enough in Christchurch to have our own pocket of Scandinavian design ethos on our doorstep. The BoConcept showroom on Papanui Road has an extensive array of designer furniture, rugs, lighting and accessories to inspire, plus ample parking at the back of the store.

INTERIOR DESIGN The BoConcept team of interior designers have years of experience in taking customers through the design process and advising on the best furniture to suit their space and lifestyle. At the helm is Showroom Manager, Maika Grant.

“In the South Island, we have the luxury of bigger homes, so we have more space to get creative and give clients the solutions they need. Plus we cater for clients downsizing or moving into townhouses,” says Maika.

“All our interior designers have different styles. Some are experts in blending old with new furniture, as they understand clients sometimes just need one new piece to refresh their home. Others are pros at working off floor plans and newly built homes.”

The team offers a comprehensive and complimentary interior design service and can also advise on the best use, care and maintenance of the products. “One of the things I like about BoConcept is that we deliver from Nelson all the way to Invercargill. We offer a personalised service to our clients, and we really care about our furniture – after all, it can last a lifetime.”

The collection at BoConcept is all completely customisable, whether it’s the colour, the finish, the upholstery, or the sizes.

“We have over a hundred different fabric and leather options, all of which are sourced from Europe and commercially graded,” explains Maika. “We’re renowned for our modularity, functionality and uncompromising quality.”

All of this is expressed with effortless style and impeccable craftsmanship. The team want nothing more than to transform your spaces into extraordinary places. They work with you to incorporate décor ideas, home accessories and more to craft a unique style for your home.

03 356 1115 | boconcept.com

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NEW COLLECTION The new collection out this season features beautiful items that are streamlined, clean and classically Danish in style. There’s a slight harking back to the 1970s, with extendable dining tables, curvaceous sofas and matching bar stools and dining chairs to give that cohesive look.

“We also have a new range of home office furniture, which is proving very popular right now,” says Maika.

The creative team with a passion for interiors is ready to welcome you to the showroom. With half the Board of Directors of BoConcept New Zealand born and raised in Christchurch, it’s a local feel to a global brand.

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THE TREE MUST REMAIN

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T H E S I T E F O R T H I S H O M E I S L O C AT E D U N D E R A 6 0 -Y E A R - O L D O A K T R E E , A N D I T S R E T E N T I O N WA S IN T EG R A L TO T H E B R I E F. U R B A N F U N C T I O N A N D F O R M BUILDERS HONOURED THEIR CLIENTS’ W I S H E S I N C R E AT I N G T H I S E X Q U I S I T E CHRISTCHURCH HOME.

WORDS KATHY CATTON

PHOTOGRAPHY SARAH ROWLANDS

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ow significant are the trees and vegetation that surround a home? For these homeowners, the answer is a resounding “very!”; so, with the clients’ love of mid-century modernism and the existing home being of the same era, work began to reclaim the aura and physical materiality of what came before.

But this isn’t how the story began. The couple was looking for a home for their young family without the stresses of building from scratch. Nothing quite hit the mark until they came across this site in Strowan, and then everything changed.

“It was like a little forest in the city,” says the homeowner. “It was very overgrown – mostly with ivy – but it was lush and private and like a little oasis.”

And so began the process of bringing this “spectacular” site into the present, while preserving the greenery and the retreat-like feel.

“We didn’t have a lot of strong ideas about how we wanted the new home to be, so we focused more on how we wanted the place to feel and how we wanted our guests to feel when they visited,” says the homeowner. It needed to be sociable, comfortable and provide a place of calm, where the family could retreat to.

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CONC R ETE F LOOR S Danny Morris, A Brilliant Concrete Grinder, created this incredible burnished floor finish, known as ‘salt and pepper’, which is ground instead of polished.

Urbanfunction Architecture set to work on the project, balancing quality living with budget limitations.

“Our clients wished to embrace the existing oak tree as a core feature of the building design, to feel like they were living underneath it, appreciating and respecting it for the future,” says Aaron Jones, design director at Urbanfunction. “We took this idea and elevated it to include spaces that allowed snippets of the canopy to blend with the home. “ The playful notion of climbing into the tree was embraced for the snug tucked in behind the kitchen and dining areas, and the foundations were designed to cantilever over root growth to ensure the tree’s future growth was unimpeded. “It was certainly a collaborative approach between the architect, engineer, builder and tree specialist,” says the homeowner.

The section itself is an unusual triangular shape.

Urbanfunction has dealt with this quirkiness admirably by tiptoeing the building around planning constraints and waterway setbacks. The house moulds to the remaining space quite organically.

The clever use of space continues inside the home, with several open and shared spaces throughout.

For example, in front of the children’s bedrooms, the corridor was widened so as to provide a space that delivers an excellent return for its footprint – maybe space for desk work, musical instrument playing or relaxing on a beanbag.

The homeowners were delighted with Aaron’s creative response to their brief. They revelled in his ability to listen and translate their ideas into concepts and language of design and construction in ways they could easily understand. “He made it make sense,” says the homeowner. “Aaron was very thoughtful and worked hard to achieve the things that were important to us.”

The cedar timber cladding balances the natural tones amongst a leafy setting, and the Integra Panel is a durable, low-maintenance material that’s also hard-wearing.

Much thought was required when it came to the construction of the home. The homeowners chose the Form Builders team for its principles of professionalism and expertise, but it was really the relationships that the

builder and homeowners formed through the costing process, which led to a bond forming.

The homeowners wanted a reminder of the original earthquake-damaged home, so existing rimu flooring from the original house was saved and incorporated into stair treads. Oregon beams from the mid-century style home were reused as decorative ceiling beams throughout the ground floor. This was no small undertaking, as the builders soon discovered as they set to work on the demolition job.

“On removing the roof and pulling down the top storey of the original home, we discovered 45 millimetre thick rimu flooring,” says Matt Stevenson, director of Form Builders. “This was well above the standard 20 millimetre thickness of the day. As the old saying goes, this was ‘as rare as hen’s teeth’!”

Delighted with their find, the team set about incorporating this and other timber into the finished home. “There was an incredible amount of heart and soul that went into this build,” says Matt. And that wasn’t just the homeowners’ heart and soul. Matt, a joiner by trade, had been holding onto some beautiful New Zealand Oregon wood in his workshop for many years, so when this project came to fruition, he knew the wood had found its worthy forever home!

By all accounts, the wood features were a tremendous collaborative effort, with the builder working closely with the interior designer, who worked E LEC TRI C A L E XC E LLE N C E Pegasus Bay Electrical was the sole electricians on this project, providing electrical design plans and complete pre-wire and fit-out.

B E S T F RI E N DS The Buddy tapware collection designed by Plumbline features in the master ensuite and kitchen of this home. The collection is available in 12 stunning finishes.

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ROYA L B LU E S The gloss royal blue tiles in this bathroom work cohesively with the rest of the greens and blues of the home, expertly chosen by Kate Carter Interiors.

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This project features colours from the Dulux Colours of New Zealand range. Dulux Browns Bay has been used in the snug, Dulux Ōhai Half in the ensuite and main hallways and Dulux Lyttelton Quarter and Ōkārito feature in the living area.

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closely with a local paint company to develop numerous samples of custom stains that would blend the woods in a complementary fashion.

The homeowner is happy with the results. “The foreman from Form Builders was awesome,” says the homeowner. “He was solution-focused and had the job under control.”

One such problem that arose early on, for example, was the requirement to hide the steel plates that would be attached to the exposed concrete flooring. “We ended up having to make templates and hang them in the foundation before the concrete was poured,” says Matt.

“Given the bespoke fit-out inside the property, there was no room for error.”

Now the hard work is done, the homeowners are thoroughly enjoying living in the home and discovering the different lights that present themselves throughout the seasons as they reflect around the walls. “We also love the outdoor space, and how it opens on both sides to the outside – it’s like living in a pavilion,” says the homeowner.

Much of the feel of the interior of the home has been skillfully created by Kate Carter of Kate Carter Interiors. Although the homeowners weren’t initially sure whether they wanted to use an interior designer, they loved Kate's work. “We were nervous about being upsold on fussy things, but Kate wasn’t that at all. She did a wonderful job of understanding the life we wanted to lead in this home,” says the homeowner.

The starting point came from a painting the homeowners had of Lake Brunner. The blues and greens represented in this artwork were the inspiration for the colours of the home. For instance, a dark green Verde Fusion granite benchtop adds a sense of West Coast luxe to the property, and the use of wild blues and greens, mixed with black and brass metals throughout the home, adds a retreat-like feel.

“Colour was used extensively throughout the home,” says Kate. “I feel like I was lucky enough to have the opportunity to be involved in every room of the home – the kitchen design, all bathrooms, all custom joinery design, feature lighting, window treatments and flooring specifications.”

Kate tapped into the clients’ personal style but pushed it just a bit further than what would have been achieved if she had not been involved. Success for Kate is all about ensuring the end result feels like a home to the client – “I view the home as if I were them”. Every space or home Kate works on is about the clients’ tastes and preferences, not hers.

Involved in this project ARCHITECT Urbanfunction 03 374 6318 urbanfunction.co.nz BUILDER Form Builders 027 310 0560 formbuilders.co.nz INTERIOR DESIGN Kate Carter Interiors 021 968 912 katecarter.co.nz PAINT Dulux 0800 800 424 dulux.co.nz TAPWARE kitchen and ensuite Plumbline 0800 499 411 plumbline.co.nz ELECTRICAL Pegasus Bay Electrical 03 310 7823 pegasuselectrical.co.nz CONCRETE FLOORS A Brilliant Concrete Grinder 021 063 8833 abconcretegrinder.co.nz

The beautiful feature lighting is an excellent example of where Kate’s expertise shines. The kitchen light, for example, was designed by Kate in CAD to fit the size and shape of the room and was produced by Lukeke Design in hand-blown glass.

Another highlight is the stunning tapware, chosen

by Kate. Specifically, the Buddy in the ensuite and kitchen, the Astra Walker in the powder room and Robertson in the family bathroom.

With two recent awards under her belt (First Time Entrant – Kitchen and DNKBA Kitchen Design Silver) at the NKBA Excellence in Design Awards, Kate Carter is clearly one to watch.

This elegant and sophisticated home has really honoured the land it rests on and sits beautifully to create a home where the family can relax and rejuvenate themselves. It really does feel as if this unique home has memories already built into it – both from the nature outside and the walls inside.

With over 30 years experience, Form Builders is your everyday builder, blending old school craftsmanship with modern building innovation.

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Blending craftsmanship with innovation.

Check out more of our amazing building and renovation projects at www.formbuilders.co.nz Or contact us now on 0273 100 560 to discuss how we can craft your home.

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GOLD STANDARD

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S TA N D I N G P R O U D LY O N A C O R N E R S E C T I O N I N T H E S E A S I D E S U B U R B O F M O U N T P L E A S A N T, T H I S A W A R D - W I N N I N G H O M E F R O M H O L L O W AY B U I L D E R S FITS THE BILL FOR A LUXURIOUS FORE VER HOME.

WORDS ANNA SCAIFE

PHOTOGRAPHY GEOFF TROTTER

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The owners of this commanding new build in Mt Pleasant are thrilled with their stunning home.

The icing on the cake is Holloway Builders’ recent triumph at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards, taking out a well-deserved Gold Award and a Regional Category Award for their Mt Pleasant masterpiece.

Rebuilding on the site of their former home, owners Rita and Greg went looking for a building company, armed with the plans created for them by Gravity Design.

Greg says, “Gravity recommended James from Holloway Builders, and so we spoke to them and several other builders. Holloways were not the cheapest, but they were certainly the most professional that we dealt with.”

Holloway Builders is family-owned and operated.

Both James and his wife Pip are heavily involved in the day-to-day running of the business. Along with their great office based staff, Holloway Builders employ their own site foreman and builders, which brings continuity and control to every project they undertake. Pip says over the years they have developed solid processes within their team to help projects run smoothly. Including an in-house quantity surveyor onboard means they can accurately price jobs and keep clients well informed during their build.

Pip says, “We are aware that a home is often people’s biggest investment. There are a lot of emotions involved, so we do our best to communicate clearly, so everyone knows where things are at.”

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The house graces a perfectly positioned corner section adjacent to a reserve, and the two street frontages were a significant consideration in the design.

“We wanted the house to make a statement on the corner, and the design is intended to integrate the house and garden with the roadway,” says Greg.

To take in the picturesque views of the estuary, the design places the expansive communal living areas upstairs, leading out to the barbecue area, which is protected by louvre shades. Downstairs, a separate living area and a large laundry complete with a microwave and fridge provide a self-contained zone for the couple’s adult children to use when they come home to visit.

Rita and Greg engaged Trish Simpson of Trish Simpson Design to create the bold custom kitchen plus the cabinetry in the living areas, bathroom and laundry.

Trish says, “The positioning of the large island in the kitchen was all about the view. It was important to be able to stand at the bench and look out over the estuary.”

Taking inspiration from the punga trees in the garden, Trish recommended textured Sage doors in Lookcrete Chania paired with timber-look Sage in Matakana.

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Interior designer Trish Simpson designed the stunning kitchen and bathrooms as well the superbly functional laundry and built-in cabinetry in the lounge.

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The cedar and schist home has a presence, and the scale of the build created space for striking design features such as the floating oak staircase framed by the Otsumigaki feature wall. Vaulted ceilings and skylights drown the home in crisp, natural light adding to the spacious feel.

Positioning the LED lighting, and highlighting each of the stairs, was a tricky job, but both the homeowner and builder admit the biggest challenge was the impact of Covid-19 on the build. James Holloway says, “There were the inevitable disruptions, but we kept in touch, and we were able to pick up where we left off and deliver the home for Rita and Greg.”

Rita and Greg are empty-nesters, and they intend to stay put in their lovely new home. They needed to consider the practicalities of upstairs living for the future, but they’ve planned for that, leaving a central space for a lift shaft in case it’s needed.

Greg and Rita wanted to be hands-on with their project, and they found working with Holloway Builders was an enjoyable process. Pip says, “Our clients tell us that they’ve heard building is stressful but that working with us made it seamless.”

S TY LI S H S HAD E A Concertina SkyLouvre, vertical SkyLouvres and Johnson and Couzins privacy shutters were all supplied and installed by Johnson and Couzins.

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James adds, “What we like to say is, ‘Build it your way’.

We don’t try to impose what we think. We want to make sure our clients get exactly what they want.”

The homeowners are delighted with the results citing the kitchen and the master bedroom as favourite spaces in the home. “We would highly recommend Holloway Builders. We made changes at times and wanted to be very involved. Holloways were really helpful all the way through.”

James and Pip Holloway are proud of the result their experienced team achieved for Rita and Greg and were excited to have that hard work recognised at the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Awards.

Both builder and proud homeowners had their fingers crossed on the night,so to win a Gold Award as well as a Regional Category Award was very exciting.

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O F F E R I N G A G L I M P S E I N T O T H E P A S T, A L O N G S I D E THE EFFICIENCIES AND LUXURIES OF MODERN LIVING, THESE SIX E XECUTIVE HOMES, TO BE B U I LT B Y M I L N E C O N S T R U C T I O N , A R E S E T T O TA K E C E N T R E S TA G E O N A N I C O N I C H E R I TA G E S I T E I N Ō TA U TA H I C H R I S T C H U R C H .

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hen local builder, James Milne, bought a home in Fendalton on the original grounds of the heritage-listed Daresbury House, he formed a dream. That dream was to incorporate the modern with the old into a masterfully constructed enclave of architectural excellence. In a series of fortunate events, James was also able to purchase the old home, and so the dream started to become a reality.

“My goal was to form a set of homes that would match the calibre of the land and the existing homestead,” says James. “This pocket of Fendalton is just delightful, and I wanted to create a genuine community with a country-estate feel.”

And that’s precisely what he’s done. The scene is set for the juxtaposition of old and new architecture in a location of historical significance in the heart of Christchurch.

Architect Samuel Seagar originally designed Daresbury House for a wine and spirits merchant, and the 50-room home was built between 1897 and 1901.

It is said to be one of Seagar’s best grand houses and showcases his large Arts and Crafts style of designing, for which he was well renowned. Over the years, Daresbury has been home to Governor-Generals and welcomed King George VI among its guests.

Seagar was said to be one of the earliest New Zealand architects to move away from historical styles and seek design with a New Zealand character. This is fitting indeed, given that this home will now sit alongside six legacy homes that respect the craft of the past while epitomising a modern design.

Pattersons Associates Architects have been chosen to fulfill the brief of designing the six new homes.

Pattersons is a leading New Zealand architectural studio known for designing residential, commercial and civic projects that create a sense of belonging and beauty.

Pattersons look at the entirety of a project to create a seamless experience from outside to inside.

Contemporary forms, rooted in strong consideration for building usage, are underpinned by sustainable building principles and finished with elegant and robust detailing.

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New Plymouth’s Len Lye Centre, as well as numerous award-winning homes throughout Christchurch and New Zealand.

What the team has created here is nothing short of world-class. The pitched roofs of the executive homes create a sense of place and style while quality workmanship and thoughtful detailing will ensure each home is surrounded with soul and atmosphere.

Open spaces, intuitive flow, high stud ceilings and natural light invite life in; positioning and aspect transform each section into its own private oasis.

There is a definite nod to the past while also factoring in modern style and functionality. For example, the large glass windowpanes – at 2.4 x 2.4 metres – have no opening sashes, but instead have pivoting cladding to allow ventilation and uninterrupted views.

“The four-, five- and six-bedroom homes will be bespoke builds that prioritise quality, durability, sustainability, health and comfort,” says James. “Within these prerequisite standards, there is room for the homeowners to personalise the home with a unique signature palette of textures and colours, as well as modify the size and layout of the home."

With Quoin Structural Consultants on board with the project, this build is set to make these architectural designs work structurally. “We explore structural concepts and use of materials to ensure the functionality and aesthetics are all achieved,” says Brett Gilmore, Director at Quoin. With a reputation for excellence in structural design-engineering, the team at Quoin are well versed at achieving any architectural vision, no matter what the scale of project.

Section sizes range from 620 square metres to 1399 square metres. All the properties will promote privacy and luxury, thanks to secure fencing and the provision for tiled swimming pools, outdoor fireplaces and entertaining areas. There is also a full-length totara hedge to the east of the sections, maintaining the feel of a private country estate.

As well as the buildings, the setting and location have also been considered and respected with the utmost attention. Christchurch landscape architects, Rough Milne Mitchell (RMM), have designed a calm, leafy enclave that connects people with the outdoors.

Over its 25-year history, RMM has developed a reputation for innovation and excellence in all aspects of landscape architecture, including the protection, preservation, and enhancement of natural landscapes, both private and public.

RMM’s approach is to prioritise the integrity of the environment, balancing human needs with natural processes. Highly collaborative, the team prides itself on working together with each other and with clients to create innovative and sustainable designs.

“The suite of six sections have been organised around the natural features,” explains James. “For example, significant streambank restoration has been completed, and heritage trees are very much a feature

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of the site. We relocated 15 trees through the consent process.”

The subdivision process has tastefully considered not only these natural details, but also factored in the heritage-listed home. As a pioneer in town planning, we can only assume that Seagar would have indeed been proud, particularly given his interest in the “garden city” concept.

There’s also a fairytale feel to this site, which neighbours Mona Vale – another historic landmark of Ōtautahi. The picturesque feature bridge over the stream leads from the new sections to Daresbury House itself, and the cobbled road running through the site adds to that sense of past times. Even the name, ‘Daresbury Lane’, has an enchanted village-like feel to it.

Knowing that the historic homestead will be renovated and refurbished helps to keep the inspiration and the namesake of this property alive. While currently unoccupied due to earthquake damage, James’ vision is to return Daresbury House to its former state of grace and elegance.

“I had to do the site justice,” says James. “I felt the responsibility to honour the history of Daresbury.

I’ve always had a passion for history. Alongside my 20-plus years of construction experience building architecturally designed homes and heritage renovations, it was a great match.”

The team of architect, engineer, builder and landscape architect prides itself on being very collaborative and working together with clients to create innovative, sustainable designs that connect people with this place they will call home.

“There will also be a second stage release at some point in the future," says James. “We also want to keep this history alive and make this breathtaking building a home once again.”

For anyone looking for a piece of the country in the city, and who wants to be part of a small community group of homeowners, Daresbury is certainly worth some attention. Past and present, country and city, expression and belonging – all come together in perfect balance at Daresbury.

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each homes have long been associated with traditional weatherboard materials and cute Kiwi ‘bach’ architecture. But this architect has reinvented the idea of a beachside dwelling with this stunning home on Sumner’s Esplanade in Christchurch.

A leaking and deteriorating home was the starting point for this homeowner to make a change.

“A repair would have been possible, but it would have been major and unpredictable in terms of cost. So, I elected to rebuild,” he says. Having bought the original property in 2002, he knew the location was right, but the earthquakes had taken their toll on the structure.

The location is second to none: across the road from the beach and a block away from the hustle and bustle of the village of Sumner with its shops, cafés and local amenities. The new building needed to do this site justice. In a sense, there was a need to set the bar high.

“There were a number of possibilities in terms of design,” says the homeowner. “In the end, I elected to proceed with a three-bedroom home combined with a separate one-bedroom flat above the existing garage at the back of the property.” This gave the homeowner options – a unit for friends to stay in or for short-term rental accommodation.

The homeowner gave his brief to Massimiliano (Max) Capocaccia of MC Architecture Studio. Renowned for being a great collaborator, Max is strongly influenced by European standards, processes and aesthetics. He takes his inspiration from sport and the natural environment – the ocean and the mountains in particular.

Max settled on a design that aimed to fragment the building, creating terraced decks at each level, including a spa area on the top floor. Each storey of the home allows the homeowner to enjoy the views of the ocean and surrounding hills.

“This was a challenging brief and a challenging design,” says Max, stating that the coastal conditions of the area (within the Council’s flood management area) and the limited range of technology available to use on a build of this size made for a need to think outside the ordinary. The need for two dwellings on one site and garage space for four cars also made it complex.

For starters, the ground floor level of the home needed to be lifted several steps above the existing footpath level.

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“In response to this, the entry to the home features a complex system of steps that softens the extra required floor height, creating an interesting journey through the limited space left on site,” says Max. A timber skin with random widths and depths wraps around the two street frontages (Stoke Street and the Esplanade), offering protection from the openness of the corner site and the public gaze. “The composition of this timber skin has been approached like painting on a canvas where geometric shapes – like the windows and tile feature – are added and subtracted from it,” says Max. The result is not one but two homes with enviable ocean views. Guests of the 50 square metre onebedroom unit love that it has great views of Scarborough beach, despite the larger dwelling in front of it. “It is relatively small but very efficiently designed with good light and evening sun,” says the homeowner, of the onebedroom unit.

Of course, that was not all easily achieved, with a large amount of engineering required. The mass timber technology was chosen to give strength to the three-storey home and not to give too much load to the foundation.

The house has also been designed for thermal comfort. It is well insulated to minimise the need for heating during the winter. It uses cross ventilation for cooling in the warmer summer days. The Cross Laminated Timber panels (CLT) have been insulated from the outside, providing thermal mass that will balance temperature variances. These solid timber panels also offer a high amount of acoustic insulation, creating a tranquil internal environment.

“It was important to strengthen the corner of the home with timber,” says Max. “In a sense, it marks the edge of the village and the start of the beach in a strong way.”

Indeed, the location deserves something spectacular. The homeowner is happy with the results,

LE T' S TA LK TI M B E R XLam provided the prefabricated CLT (Cross Laminated Timber) panels on this statement home, which are renowned for their structural performance, sustainability and aesthetic appeal.

saying he was really pleased with Max’s great ideas and attention to detail.

The homeowner was equally pleased with the work of Steve Brown Builders, who built this 290 square metre double-home. This was the first job the team had carried out for an MC Architecture build, and since its completion in 2021, the team has gone on to work on other projects together with the architect.

Steve from Steve Brown Builders agrees that this was a challenging build.

“This was definitely a case of being adaptable and maintaining good consultation throughout the build,” says Steve. The system of the build materials – the structural steel and the large CLT panels – meant there was lots of tricky manoeuvring involved. “These CLT panels are large, so on a high-density living site, we needed to make sure there was room on site.”

Thanks to his consistent and steady team, the public saw a tidy site, and the homeowner was happy with the ease of communication with Steve. “He’s incredibly experienced and very fair, and great to deal with,” says the homeowner. “He demands a high standard of workmanship, and his team had the expertise to deliver this. I am very happy with the build quality.”

Steve also rated the homeowner and architect highly, saying, “The homeowner listened to our advice and had faith in us as the builder and architect team.

He was a pleasure to have as a client. And it’s been great working with Max on subsequent projects.”

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As a local to Sumner himself, Steve was acutely aware of the impact on local residents as they moved around the village during the build. He made sure to leave a tidy site at the end of each day’s work. “The team remained consistent throughout this job – which is a rarity these days,” says Steve. “I am also lucky enough to have a very conscientious foreman, so I knew the job would be done to the highest standard.”

The internal stairwell is a dominant feature throughout the house, connecting the three floors together from one vertical thoroughfare. The lower floor stairwell is framed by an oak ceiling feature which draws the visitor upwards to the main living area. At the same time, the upper stairs have fragmented views through to the hills and across the ocean.

The main living level is fully open plan with a studio nook to the south, allowing unobstructed views of the ocean from the living, dining and kitchen. Several timber features with different timber species and detailing are also used here to define the different uses of spaces within this floor.

This home strives to set new standards in aesthetics while meeting all the demands of coastal living.

The section, by definition, was going to be challenging. But what has been created here is a unique contemporary beachside home that uses innovative materials to protect it from the elements of coastal living. With spectacular views, this is certainly a place to gather and marvel at the views while enjoying the sun, surf or shade.

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T H E WA K AT I P U B A S I N I S K N O W N F O R I T S S T U N N I N G L A N D S C A P E S AND PRIZED PROPERTIES. THIS HOME, DESIGNED BY M A S A R C H I T E C T U R E , TA K E S L U X U R Y L I V I N G TO T H E N E X T L E V E L .

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ith the Remarkables mountain range on one side of this property and Coronet Peak on the other, the setting for this home is quite simply spectacular. Add to that the exquisite, award-winning build, and you really do have a centre-stage property that makes the most of its exceptional positioning.

“We have lived in and around Queenstown since 1987,” explains the homeowner, Debbie. “We had been keeping an eye on what was on the market in the Speargrass Flat area, and when this site came on the market in 2019, we decided that this was the one.”

The couple were delighted by the section with its 1000 square metre building platform perfectly positioned to capture the sun and the views of Coronet Peak and the Remarkables.

But it wasn’t all plain sailing to get to the finished home. There was an interesting brief to consider and a significant number of hold-ups due to Covid-19 lockdowns.

In the initial brief, Debbie and husband Neville had requested to include a separate large shed or workshop and garage sitting outside the building platform.

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TA K I N G TH E LE A D Eliot Sinclair was the lead engineer on this home. The team designed the structural elements, including the foundation for a full hoist bay in the shed and provided the client with significant time efficiency.

“We needed to build so that we could get what we both wanted,” says Debbie. “We wanted to capture maximum natural light, all the sun we could, and make the most of the views. We wanted a guest bedroom and ensuite that was away from our end of the house, but with access to the kitchen and living areas, so that people staying could come and go as they pleased, without feeling like they might disturb us.”

In a nutshell, they wanted an easy-flowing home, with the addition of a large and lofty workshop and garage with its own facilities, including a full hoist bay, as required by Neville.

But due to the covenants of the section, the workshop and garage had to be contained within the allocated building platform, and not outside of it. So, Matt Anderson-Stewart, director at MAS Architecture, set about designing a property that incorporated the shed in the envelope of the living space.

“Because of the large height requirements of the homeowners’ garage and workshop, we knew we couldn’t go for a gable roofing structure, as this would have been in breach of the district plan,” says Matt. “Instead, we went for a low-profile roof. The roof forms needed to work architecturally to bring scale into the house. Luckily through the resource consent process, the surrounding properties were in favour of this approach.”

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MAS Architecture specialises in bespoke residential homes and renovations. Matt and his team are dedicated to producing exciting and responsive architecture from their Invercargill and Christchurch studios, and pride themselves on taking a practical approach to delivering projects of high quality.

“We see the design process as a collaborative approach with our clients,” says Matt. “We like to find practical and innovative solutions to our clients’ needs. In the case of this build, we were governed by the restraints but still managed to find a solution that worked for our clients.”

The finished 588 square metre home with its elegant roof forms matches the ups and downs of the mountain ranges perfectly. The high-level glass means the vistas are viewable from all sides of the home. You could say this home has a sense of grandeur that beautifully complements the landscape beyond.

Consideration was also given to the Queenstown sun, so a louvred roof system was incorporated to allow the sun to burst through the home in winter yet stay at bay thanks to the louvres in summer. The Rockcote exterior cladding and use of aluminium Flashclad make for a very low-maintenance home.

Both Debbie and Neville are more than happy with the result. Debbie says she completely loves the new home, and Neville loves the warmth of the house and the workshop. “The underfloor heating is excellent, so working in the workshop is great, even in the winter,” says Neville. The full hoist bay within the garage area is also ideal for Neville’s automotive hobbies.

The first lockdown affected the consent stage, leading to a delay in starting the build by a couple of months, but once the build got underway, it was completed within six months.

“I loved working with Matt from MAS Architecture,” says Debbie. “Matt had great ideas without overcomplicating things. We very quickly got on the

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same page with the floor plan, and he came up with great suggestions for the outside cladding (Flashclad, plaster and brickwork) and roof lines.”

The home has not gone unnoticed. The MAS Architecture team has recently won the Resene Colour in Design Award at the 2022 Otago/Southland Regional Architectural Design Awards. The judges commented on how well Matt responded not only to the surroundings but also how he created a positive, low-impact response to the built environment.

In addition, the judges loved the softened forms, contemporary fixtures and dark depths, saying, “These have all come together to create an elegant, dark palette within the Wakatipu Basin. The beautiful, black exterior of this home says sophistication and prestige and is enhanced by delicate, warmed lighting.”

All in all, this is one home that responds beautifully to the surrounding landscape and creates a warm and prestigious residence for its occupants.

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onstituting a considered balance between context and function, this coastal holiday home enables the sea at its front and the indigenous milkwood forest at its rear to feel continually present throughout its spaces. The dwelling responds to its location superbly well: it is situated in Buffelsbaai (Buffalo Bay), a tiny holiday village on the coast of South Africa’s beautiful Garden Route. Surrounded by a conservation park, with its shoreline a marine protection area, the wide curve of the bay hugs a pristine beach that is a major attraction during the summer months, when this tiny enclave – there are just 200 or so houses, on small stands – swells enormously in population size as holidaymakers converge on the area.

The typical building style here is a version of American clapboard. This new home, however, does something very different. Both client and architect Guillaume Pienaar know the area intimately: the client had “spent many holidays in the original house over many years and knew exactly what they wanted” from their new home, Guillaume explains. As for himself, he has “spent time at this beach surfing since childhood – and I love this street”.

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As a result of this local knowledge and experience, the initial brief made complete sense to both parties.

The plot has an east-west axis, with the beach views on the eastern side at the front, which in turn means that summer’s prevailing south-easterly wind also predominantly strikes this elevation of the home.

Outdoor living at the front of the previous house was therefore often an unpleasantly windswept experience and the client was “looking for solutions” to this problem, says Guillaume, adding that they nevertheless “wanted as many spaces as possible in the house to have a view of the ocean”. Finally, the brief included five ensuite bedrooms, plus a large garage-workshopstorage area, required to house vehicles and trailers, as well as solar power storage equipment.

To fulfil this multidimensional brief on the narrow site, says Guillaume, “scale was of the utmost importance from day one”, to prevent the building from seeming out of proportion in its modest locale. Also, key was his sense of the necessary connection between the sea and the indigenous milkwood forest located directly behind the plot. It was very necessary, Guillaume felt, to “push the house as far back from the street

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into the indigenous milkwood forest and the sloped site” as possible. He adds that following the build, “A collaboration with a local horticulturalist allowed us to plant further coastal thicket plants and milkwoods, with the aim of re-establishing the vegetation around the house, and between it and the public realm.” In essence, the house will gradually “disappear” into the rejuvenated natural forest. Additionally, to keep the scale of the dwelling under control, given its beachvillage context, the building has minimum 2400 mm ceiling heights throughout, with roof parapet walls omitted, and stepped massing used in order to mimic the site’s natural topography. The façade is raised above the garaging, immediately generating a level of privacy from the public beach and is split between a patio area and a large, angled bay window. This picture window “allows for a 180-degree view of the shoreline” from right inside the house, says Guillaume, creating “a very successful space internally” that is perfect for use all year round, and in every kind of weather.

With public spaces at the front and “degrees of privacy and silence increasing towards the rear”, plus a large garage and storage space tucked underneath the living area, the house is built over three stepped levels, and is noteworthy for its sculptural aspect and thoughtful yet striking detailing. Light, views and sea air are drawn through the building from east to west, assisted by the placement of two concrete “ears” – one on either side of the building, and serving the two bedrooms placed at the rear.

At the home’s centre is an internal courtyard atrium, which allows its occupants to keep all the interior doors open (day and night), enabling the building to naturally ventilate. The courtyard space is also very useful on days when the wind from the sea is particularly strong.

Throughout all the interiors, too, a restricted materials and colour palette results in a marvellously pared-back aesthetic, as well as keeping seaside maintenance to a minimum. “I love leaving building materials as close to their original state as possible,” says Guillaume. “We used off-shutter concrete to create a textured feel and allow the owner the least amount of maintenance on the building, while the warmth of the wood used for doors and windows is an ideal contrast.”

Likewise, the interior-design choices have been kept resolutely minimal and practical, while of course also meeting the requirements of holiday comfort. Custom designed décor elements – built-in lounge seating; a round table created especially for card games or puzzle building; and a 10-seater dining table combine with items that are either effectively fixed in place or easily moveable, as best suits their function and situation.

PA R E D- BACK PA L E T T E Simplicity and clarity of line characterise the house as well as all of its furnishings and décor.

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The lighting design is another strong point, with offthe-shelf fittings deployed in ways that add up to much more than the sum of their parts. Explains Guillaume, “I prefer to limit the use of expensive imported lighting – you can use an everyday fitting, but design around it to give it a bit more ‘substance’.” For example, he asked the building contractor to use curved plastic salad bowls to create the concrete formwork for simple round glass wall lights: the resulting smooth, reflective, integrated concrete indentations in the walls might house very basic fittings, but the lighting throughout the home has a luxe, contemporary feel.

Combining a resolute commitment to architecture that respects its context with clever detailing and minimalist interiors, this house already has the air of a building that will become a landmark of the area. Its overall form is, as Guillaume says, rather reminiscent “of an old Land-Rover: very rugged and ‘boxy’, but functional”. And just as in that classic piece of design, here the air of honest practicality is overlaid with a simple and genuine charm.

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The Good Life A life well lived is a life worth living S P O I L A FO O D I E If you’re wanting a gift for the foodie in your life, a curated selection of delicious cheeses crafted by artisan Aotearoa cheese makers and sent direct by The Cheese Wheel team is a tasty option. You can go for a one-off cheese box or a monthly subscription. The expert team curates each box and knows the best New Zealand cheeses, and where to access the high-quality and the hard-to-find Kiwi cheese makers, delivering anywhere in New Zealand. thecheesewheel.co.nz

P R E C I S E P E R FO R M A N C E Logitech has released the MX Mechanical keyboard and MX Master 3S mouse to bring advanced digital creators the ultimate productivity tools. The MX Master 3S features the MagSpeed Electromagnetic™ wheel that zips through 1,000 lines in one second, the side scroll wheel for faster horizontal navigation, and a unique ergonomic shape crafted for long hours of comfort. All Logitech products are certified carbon neutral supporting forestry, renewables and climateimpacted communities.

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A series of exciting public works are inbound to central Ōtautahi Christchurch this spring, with eight local, national and international artists showcasing their unique interpretation of this year’s theme, Sweat Equity. The 2022 artists bring a range of making methods and materials to this year’s season, from digital moving image and augmented reality to steel and bricks and mortar, on display from 5 November 2022 to 29 January 2023.

Host a summer barbecue wherever you find yourself this summer with the portable Lodge Cast Iron Sportman’s Pro Cast Grill. Stamped as the summer roadie essential, this hibachistyle grill can whip up some seriously good meals and clock a hot temperature within minutes.

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ROOMS Portraits of Remarkable New Zealand Interiors

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Acclaimed interiors photographer Jane Ussher knows a great room when she sees one. In this superb book, Ussher focuses her camera on a range of rooms that she considers to be beautiful, intriguing, distinctive and unique. Shot in locations across New Zealand, the result is a mix of World of Interiors and the special panache that can only be found in Aotearoa. The 300-plus images are introduced with a superb essay by architecture writer John Walsh.

Follow a year in the life of a style guru as she captures the joy of the seasons and infuses beauty into every day.

Sumptuous style meets seasonal recipes in this practical, inspiring book as Kate Williams demonstrates how with passion and planning, everyday moments can be transformed into memorable celebrations thanks to fruits and vegetables in season and flowers and foliage in bloom, whether planning events, styling or adapting her go-to recipes.

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This cookbook from Buffy Ellen Gill comes after eight years of running New Zealand’s popular plant-based food blog/website Be Good Organics.

Nutritionist and naturopath Ellen prepares simple and delicious recipes that make vegetables the heroes of the meal while ensuring meals are nutritionally balanced. With notes about dietary requirements, healthy plantbased nutrition, eating plant-based on a budget, and more.

By Elizabeth Cox Publisher Massey University Press This ground-breaking new book tells the story of the contribution of women in architecture to the creativity, built environment and community of New Zealand. Written by leading women architects, both in practice and in academia, the book’s bold, vivid chapters surface dozens of remarkable women, including many whose careers had until now almost entirely been lost to the historical record. It canvases the barriers women have faced, and continue to face, and explains the strategies many of them have adopted to make their way.

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A N Z AC CO O K I E S : 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup shredded coconut 3/4 cup spelt flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/2 cup coconut oil, melted 1/4 cup maple syrup 3 tbsp coconut sugar 2 tbsp boiling water

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B U R NT C A R A M E L YO G H U RT: 2 tbsp plant-based or dairy yoghurt 1/4 cup water 1/4 cup coconut sugar 1 tsp arrowroot or cornstarch 1/2 tsp salt 2 cups plant-based or dairy yoghurt S TR AW B E R R I E S : 3 punnets of strawberries, roughly sliced 2 tsp coconut oil, melted 1 tsp vanilla bean paste or extract TO S E RV E : Fresh mint M E TH O D : For the Anzac Cookies, preheat the oven to 180 degrees C and line a baking tray with baking paper. Set aside.

Add oats, coconut, flour and baking soda to a mixing bowl.

Mix to combine. Add the remaining ingredients and mix until you have a rough cookie dough mixture.

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Anzac and strawberry dessert salad T WO R AW S IS T E RS, M A RGO A N D RO S A F L A N AG A N, LOV E M A KING S A L A DS F UN A ND E XCITING TO E AT. I N T H I S D E L I C I O U S S W E E T S A L A D , T H E ‘GR AIN’ COMPONENT IS THE A NZ AC COOKIES, THE ‘DRES SING’ IS THE BURNT CAR AMEL YOGHURT A N D T H E ‘ F R U I T A N D V E G E TA B L E ’ E L E M E N T I S T H E R O A S T E D S T R A W B E R R I E S W I T H F R E S H M I N T. J U S T L I K E A S AV O U R Y S A L A D , I T ’ S P E R F E C T F O R S H A R I N G .

Roll the mixture into balls slightly smaller than a golf ball and place on the lined baking tray, allowing room for spreading. Lightly flatten each cookie with a fork and place in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

While the cookies are cooking, add the strawberries, coconut oil and vanilla to the baking tray and mix until well combined. Place in the oven with the cookies for the last 10 minutes.

While the strawberries and cookies are cooking, make the burnt caramel. Add the yoghurt, water, coconut sugar, cornstarch and salt into a small pot. Heat over a medium heat until you reach a boil. Once at a boil, leave it boiling for 30 seconds. Take it off the heat and stir for 20 to 40 seconds until you have a thick but still pourable dark caramel. Leave to cool.

Once the cookies and strawberries have finished cooking, leave them both to cool before assembling. Once everything is cool, in a medium-sized bowl gently fold half of the caramel through the yoghurt.

To assemble, get a large flat plate. Crumble the Anzac cookies on the bottom. Add the roasted strawberries and dollop with burnt caramel yoghurt. Finally, drizzle over the second half of the burnt caramel sauce and a handful of fresh mint. Repeat, so you have two layers.

Serve immediately.

Any leftovers will last up to three days in an airtight container in the fridge.

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ACCE NT LI G H T I NG 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 Tanit S/43 from Bover and designed by Gonzalo Milà is one of the unique pieces on offer. Quality pieces are 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 Colombo Street, Christchurch for a complimentary consultation.

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ANY E XCU SE In the thriving community of Lincoln, you’ll find Any Excuse. This contemporary homeware store is a must-visit for gifts (yourself included) and finishing touches to brighten up your home. One of the ‘cool’ products you’ll find there is the Huski Wine Cooler. Perfect for the warmer months ahead, the Huski keeps drinks chilled for up to six hours without the need for ice. Don’t stress if you can’t get your favourite rosé at your holiday spot; just bring it with you – chilled and ready to go! anyexcuse.co.nz

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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 and lamps to 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.

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NAT U RALLY T I LE S Exclusive to Naturally Tiles, Gambini floor collections guarantee unique designs through the fusion of metal and stone finishes. The unequalled technical performance of Italian Porcelain Tiles is available in various colours for both indoor and outdoor applications.

Their tiles are sourced from Europe, so finalising your design and ordering early helps to ensure they arrive on time. Stop by and meet the friendly design team to discuss your next project. naturallytiles.co.nz

OBJ ECT VAN B RANDE NB U RG Van Brandenburg is a name quickly becoming synonymous with design excellence.

Specialising in architecture, landscape architecture, urbanism, and product design, it has studios in Queenstown and Dunedin.

Pictured are the Twisted Vessel vase and the Del Table, two sculptural pieces bringing interest to any space. The Twisted Vessel reflects the unique nature of the blooms it hosts; no two vases are the same and are available in two forms, Bloom or Unfurling.

The Del table, with its timeless design, is reminiscent of our natural surroundings. vanbrandenburg.co.nz

Create a chic bedroom with the Ibiza range.

Effortless in style with no fuss, this is the perfect place to chill. Available in natural or white finish, it is a fresh, contemporary style you will love falling asleep in. The design is clean-cut and linear, and the bedhead features beautiful, slatted detailing and matching side tables to help you create the kind of haven you want to come home to each day.

Bring OneWorld into your world and visit Heather and David at the showroom at 114 Carlyle Street, Sydenham, Christchurch.

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by Christopher to evoke and accompany the scent memory.

Pop into Ballantynes department store or head online to see the collection for yourself.

Blum develops cabinetry hardware based on years of research and creates highquality and inspirational storage solutions for the entire home.

Discover its range of products and services to be inspired for your next home project at the Blum showroom in Christchurch, at 16 Avenger Crescent, Wigram and feel the original Blum quality first-hand.

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Bremworth is a premium rug and carpet company. Guided by the purpose of finding a more sustainable way, Bremworth is on a transformational journey with a goal to help consumers bring more natural products into their homes and daily lives.

Bremworth’s choice of fibre is New Zealand wool. Wool is high performing and 100% natural, biodegradable, and renewable. If you are looking for a beautifully crafted carpet or rug, visit bremworth.co.nz to explore the latest collections. Pictured: Galet Wool Rug in Sage.

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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There are moments in life that call for a bloom, and Ilam Florist has one to suit all those occasions. Its team of passionate floral stylists can create stunning arrangements bursting with fresh, seasonal flowers. Alongside the beautiful, seasonal bouquets, there are house plants, gifts, cards, homeware, and a large selection of artificial flowers and foliage available online or at 203 Waimairi Road. You’re sure to find an arrangement that’s just right! Same day delivery is available within Christchurch if you order before 2pm.

Everything Creme is ‘100% Ugly Free’ and enriched with MHC keratin, olive, almond, cotton, soybean, avocado, argan, macadamia, and orange oils. You’re sure to repair and strengthen damaged and fragile hair. It’s also perfect for our humid days, and is anti-frizz.

Your hair will also be stronger in the long run as it protects against chlorine, saltwater, pollution, and heat damage and harmful UV rays. Say bye to split ends and welcome defined curls and moisture rich hair.

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Imagine coming home to every room being the same temperature all the time, with no need to open the windows to let fresh air in and with minimal power bills. Call Damien for a consultation on how to make your new or existing home really healthy or if you would like him to provide geotechnical and structural engineering or thermal modelling support for your high-performance, healthy home project. Housing is about people – people working in cooperation to design and build healthy homes.

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cronz.co.nz | @cronz_nz Since its establishment in 2002, Carpets and Rugs of New Zealand (Cronz) has been crafting unique custom rugs and carpets. Based in Christchurch, founders John and Helen Wyma started Cronz with a desire to bring value to one of the country’s greatest natural resources, wool.

Since developing their own world-class tufting machines, their rugs and carpets have an unmatched quality compared to other machine-made products and provide a truly luxurious underfoot experience.

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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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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 bouclé 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.

rmmla.co.nz You may recognise the name; Tony Milne is a regular columnist in the pages of abode. Rough Milne Mitchell Landscape Architects has studios located in Christchurch, Auckland, Nelson, Wānaka and Dunedin.

With over 25 years in practice, they have developed a reputation for excellence through their collaborative style of working and highly skilled team. Their focus is to create innovative, sustainable solutions, connecting people to their environments.

VILLAGE GREEN ANTIQUES You’ll find Village Green Antiques at Shop D, The Gables Arcade, 96 High Street, Rangiora.

The shop has a tantalising collection of very desirable sterling silver, jewellery, toys, art, furniture, clocks, and china, from Georgian to mid-century, to decorator items. The team would love to see you. Pop in and visit them in-store or online at villagegreenantiques.co.nz and fb.com/villagegreenantiques for perfect Christmas gifts.

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A HEALTHY HOME FOR CHRISTMAS DA M I EN M CG I LL Director of the Healthy Home Cooperation

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FROM SHARING HIS KNOWLEDGE ON BUILDING COMPONENTS AND SYSTEMS, DAMIEN MCGILL F R O M T H E H E A LT H Y H O M E C O O P E R AT I O N N O W S H I N E S A LIGHT ON AN E XPERT B U S I N E S S T H AT F O L L O W S T H E S E P R I N C I P L E S T O C R E AT E A H E A LT H Y H O M E .

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ver the last 18 months, I've been working with eHaus. The company is an expert in building healthy homes, and I provide specialist structural and geotechnical services to them. We both rely on my knowledge of high-performance housing to ensure that the structural elements in the build don't compromise the thermal envelope through thermal bridging, for example. eHaus is based in Whanganui, with local licensees throughout New Zealand. The company’s point of difference is that every home is energy-modelled to create low-

energy, high-performing homes. They offer a Euro series, designed to meet Passive House standards and a more flexible Pacific series, for those wanting high performance on a tighter budget.

Ensuring that every home is energy modelled while it’s still on the designer's drawing table means changes can be made to ensure maximum performance. I’m fairly confident that no other design and build business in New Zealand does this, at least not to the volume that eHaus builds, and certainly not in-house.

“It is incredible to us, that a fourbedroom house can be heated in a Southern Hemisphere August to September for $20!!” Helena By using software to assess the combined characteristics of the building components and systems that go into every eHaus, informed, educated price benefit decisions can be made around items like increasing insulation levels or upgrading to triple-glazed windows.

Voluntary building standards such as Passive House have strict energy targets and criteria that must be met. These targets can only be confirmed as met by software modelling. The government’s Building for Climate Change legislation also has targets for energy use to reduce carbon emissions.

Energy modelling will be the most costeffective way of meeting these targets when they become law.

What is not measured cannot be quantified, so energy modelling should be a fundamental part of every healthy home design.

The extra care and detail put into the design and construction of every eHaus means that I’ll be writing to Santa this year to ask if he’ll please put one in my Christmas stocking.

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THE TEAM AT NCB WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR CLIENTS AND SUBCONTRACTORS FOR THEIR CONTINUED SUPPORT THROUGHOUT 2022.

WE WISH YOU ALL A RELAXING SUMMER BREAK! 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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DE AN MCGUIGAN FROM GOLDEN HOMES EXPL AINS WHY BUYING A HOME I N T H E R I G H T M A R K E T AT T H E R I G H T T I M E I S L E S S I M P O R TA N T T H A N T H E P E R I O D O F T I M E Y O U I N T E N D T O O W N I T.

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inding the right home can be a challenge at any time. With interest rates on the rise, it’s no surprise that some buyers might decide to wait before taking the plunge into the housing market.

Much can be read, digested and speculated regarding the current property market and its values. There are many opinions and expectations about what the values will look like over the next year or so. Buyers looking to purchase at the perfect time could find an anxious decision, not really knowing what the future might bring.

I remember purchasing my first house in St Albans for $110,000. I was very excited and still recall the emotions 25 years later. Maybe I paid five per cent too much, and maybe I didn’t. What I do know now is that time cures everything, and timeliness in that market did not really make a significant impact. It is the length of time I owned that freezing old house for, not so much the timing of when I purchased it, that mattered the most.

The chances of you finding the perfect house, and timing the market when it is the cheapest, are very slim. My advice would be this; if you can find your ideal house now, grab it. Kiwis, on average, own a home for seven and half years, during which time it is almost certain to increase significantly in value, just like my first house.

Yes, currently there are affordability challenges, with the prices of groceries, fuel and mortgage rates on the increase, but remember, we are also in a very competitive job market with employers looking to attract and retain talent.

Very few people have regretted buying a home when they have kept it for seven to 10 years. I never have, and my parents never did.

Ask around, and you will hear similar stories to mine, there are plenty of them, and I am sure you will come up with the same answer.

Time in the market is vital, not timing the market.

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