Guardian Property 13 December 2013

Property GUARDIAN

Guardian ASHBURTON

DECEMBER 13 2013

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6 Primrose Place, Allenton Interested in this property?

6 Primrose Place

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2 This property definitely has to be on your shopping list if you are looking for quality design and build.

The well proportioned floor plan featuring brilliant use of space and superior livability. Light filled, bright and airy, the interconnecting living spaces with first class kitchen present numerous options from formal entertainment to casual everyday living with easy flow to the outdoor decking and generous section. Three double bedrooms master with ensuite and walk in wardrobe. Generous second bathroom and office/study for anyone wanting to work from home situated near the front entry. Separate laundry and loads of storage. Double attached garaging completes the picture of this special property.

View Sat 14 Dec 11.30am - 12 noon

Mick Hydes Mobile: 027 437 9696

Deadline Sale: The Vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $660,000 by 3pm, Wednesday 18 December 2013

Web ID 517023 www.bayleys.co.nz

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Debbie Boon

Mobile: 027 448 4006 Bayleys Ashburton 307 7377

HASTINGS MCLEOD LTD 217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

SUN FILLED, SPACIOUS

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NEST OR INVEST

AMAZING VALUE HERE

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OFFERS OVER $345,000 WEB ID AU34032 DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU34107 OFFERS OVER $268,000 WEB ID AU34036 $499,000 WEB ID AU32196A WESTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE 10 Middle Road 78 Oxford Street 86 Princes Street 11 Magnolia Drive Looking for a Townhouse or House?...you A sunny character home positioned on a Three bedroom family home on fully Great corner site for this bigger than most 3 3 3 4 will love this home, its set to catch the private setting with established and fenced 759sqm section. Open plan living, family home, you will fit everything into maximum sun, you can enjoy both street impressive grounds. compliant log fire and new carpet the 257sqm home views and a private outdoor entertainment throughout. Large conservatory a bonus!

• Open plan kitchen, dining and living VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.00 - 11.45am 1 1 1 2 area off the spacious lounge. This property room DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY (unless sold is on a smaller easy care section.

This very tidy home is sure to impress.

• Fully insulated and double glassed prior) Wednesday 18th December 2013 at Perfect first home or investment.

• Great kitchen with good sized granite 2 6 1 2 4.00pm VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.00 - 11.30am bench VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.15 - 11.45am VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.30 - 12.15pm

A GREAT STARTER

SIZE REALLY DOES MATTER

JUST THE SPOT

SUNNY & SPACIOUS

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OFFERS OVER $298,000 WEB ID AU33847 OFFERS OVER $650,000 WEB ID AU33645 $324,500 WEB ID AU34260 DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU33994 WESTSIDE WESTSIDE WESTSIDE EASTSIDE 18 Bathurst Street 20 Westpark Close 44 Lane Street Flat 4, 85 Aitken Street Ideal 1st home with family sized section Quality home of over 300sqm. You will not Enjoy the sun in this roomy unit, located in 3 5+ Attractive home in the always popular Lane 3 2 and garage on westside close to schools replace this home in this location for this Street. Spacious living areas opening onto walking distance to town or Netherby and shopping centre. Be sure to check this sort of money. Five bedrooms and an sunny deck ideal for summer BBQ's, shops.

3 bedroom home out before you buy, office. 3 car garaging. Super sized kitchen, smaller easy care section with private back VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 12.00 - 12.30pm 1 2 1 1 ECAN friendly log burner, heat pump and dining and living area with separate yard. A handy location with Argyle Park, DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday neutral decor. Lounge opens to outdoor lounge. All the modern conveniences. the Allenton shopping centre nearby.

18th December 2013 at 4.00pm patio.

2 3 2 1 VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.30 - 12.00pm VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.30 - 12.00pm VIEW Saturday 14 Dec 11.30 - 12.00pm

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$370,000 WEB ID AU32358 OFFERS OVER $275,000 WEB ID AU34265 $365,000 WEB ID AU33993 $238,000 WEB ID AU33882 TINWALD EASTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE 63 Buckleys Terrace 24 Church Street 332B Havelock Street 3/66 William Street Add your finishing touches to this lovely Great family home with small block type Brand new sunny three bedroom So close to town centre this very tidy unit is 3 3 3 2 1930's home. Updated bathroom and garden, glasshouse, numerous sheds and townhouse located within walking distance attractively positioned on a corner section. kitchen with butlers pantry, new carpet bird houses. Lovely raspberries and veggie of town, churches and library. The full One of three, all with their own street and luxurious drapes with 2 living areas. garden, large carport and good garaging bathroom has dual access from the main access - that's a real plus. Kitchen/dining 1 1 1 1 Fabulous 3035sqm section with 3 bay plus fenced swimming pool. Open plan bedroom and the hallway, along with opens to lounge with heat pump. Garage implement shed and hobbies room kitchen/living room opens through to separate toilet. A large single garage with has auto garage door. attached. sunroom area. internal access.

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OFTEN ADMIRED

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BUILDING HAS STARTED

$560,000 WEB ID AU33871 $499,000 WEB ID AU33824 EASTSIDE WESTSIDE 1 Magnolia Drive 9A Allison Street This spacious quality built three double Builders have started, get in early and help 4 4 bedroom plus study family home sits on a pick the colours of your new 235sqm beautifully landscaped 672sqm section. home!

Featuring a large entertainers kitchen, • 4 bedrooms 2 2 large living/dining opening to a private • 2 bathrooms deck area. 2 stunning bathrooms.

• Open plan kitchen, dining and living • Separate lounge 2 2 View By Appointment • Good size double garage View By Appointment

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DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY WEB ID AU34037 $249,000 WEB ID AU33676 OFFERS OVER $270,000 WEB ID AU33517 $597,500 WEB ID AU33516 EASTSIDE WESTSIDE EASTSIDE EASTSIDE 44 Peter Street 491 West Street 153 Trevors Road 6 Braebrook Drive Front unit, all day sun, close to town, super Great rental home on West Street or first Loads of character, this home offers much Step inside this home and immediately be 2 3 3 4 sized conservatory!Everything you want. home option. Open plan kitchen/living more than meets the eye. Spacious living impressed. Relax and enjoy the spacious with three bedrooms.

Three car garaging areas are a feature, as is the updated lounge and open plan kitchen, dining area.

View By Appointment with loads of parking, also hobby room. kitchen, with pantry and dishwasher.

Living areas open onto sunfilled patios 1 1 1 2 DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Wednesday Plenty of options here. Phone to view. Put Outside you have a single garage with perfect for entertainment.

18th December 2013 at 2.00pm your own touch on this. additional carport.

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SUNNY, WARM AND MODERN

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A GREAT START HERE

NEGOTIATION WEB ID AU33510 $239,000 WEB ID AU33496A WESTSIDE WESTSIDE 11 Somerset Grove 7 Turton Street Entering through the foyer of this home Situated on a 490m2 easycare section, this 4 3 and it is instantly apparent that it's a real three bedroom home is in a great Allenton suntrap. The two separate living areas offer location. Some modernising would space and family style living with an indoor enhance - a great opportunity to add 2 1 outdoor aspect great for BBQ's during the value. summer.

Call now to view.

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ENJOY SUMMER LIVING HERE

MAKE THIS YOUR OWN

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FABULOUSLY SUNNY! STAGE

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$425,000 WEB ID AU33348 $265,000 WEB ID AU33255 TINWALD EASTSIDE 17 Thomson Street 22 Brucefield Avenue This spacious brick home, built in the Modern attractive and sensible home 4 3 2000's has four bedrooms, master with placed well on section to catch all day sun. ensuite and loads of storage. Great flow Three double bedrooms. Living opens to from the open plan living area to lovely private, shelter outdoor living area. Great 2 1 private outdoor area. Well fenced section backyard. Child and dog friendly. with garden shed and vegie garden.

Don't delay with this one!

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BANG FOR YOUR BUCK

The Braebrook story continues...

$335,000 WEB ID AU33192 OFFERS OVER $285,000 WEB ID AU33160A EASTSIDE TINWALD Flat 1 42 Grey Street 151 Archibald Street Enjoy your busy or retired life in this sunny You must view this home if you are 3 3 townhouse within the avenues. Sitting well looking for the complete package in this for all day sun on a smaller easy care price range. Spacious living areas, 3 section, this home has it all - open plan bedrooms, 3 car garaging.

1 1 kitchen/dining/living, conservatory and is Office/multipurpose room. Loads of walking distance from central town. outbuildings and off-street parking. Don't dismiss without viewing.

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BUSINESS FOR SALE

PRICE ON APPLICATION ASHBURTON Tancred Street Ashburton Factory Shop

REFURBISHED TOWNHOUSE

WEB ID AC33956 $275,000 WEB ID AU33689 RAKAIA 18 Rolleston Street Well presented 3 bedroom house with 3 detached double garage situated on low Locally known as the CCC shop. Due to retirement, maintenance 1012m2 section surveyed for Irene is offering the Ashburton Factory Shop to the subdivision. Recently refurbished 1 market. Business showing sound returns. Easily throughout including new roof and increased through internet marketing. Situated in the heatpump installed. Located handy to heart of Ashburton shopping centre. Wide range of shops, services and school.

2 first quality fashion and casual clothing.

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HASTINGS MCLEOD LTD 217 West Street ASHBURTON ashburton@propertybrokers.co.nz 03 307 9176

Hastings McLeod Ltd Licensed under the Real Estate Agents Act 2008

ONE OF THE BEST

WEB ID AR33909 LOWCLIFFE 315 Emersons Road 276 hectares of top line quality opportunities like this seldom come along. 54 bale rotary shed, meal feeders, cup removers and computerisation. 800m pivot covering approximately 240 ha. Mixture of shallow and deep wells 5mm/ha/day consent. Two good quality homes including a tidy sunny homestead in a landscaped setting. Good farm improvements. 950 cows - 428,000 kgms. An excellent farm looking for new owners.

AUCTION REMINDER

AUCTION View By Appointment AUCTION 2.00pm, Wed 18th December, 2013 Ashburton Event Centre, Wills Street, Ashburton

WEB ID AR33906 CLANDEBOYE 1181 Orton Rangitata Mouth Road 381 hectares (including 31ha ECAN lease) This dairy unit has heaps of untouched potential.

Presently milking 1240 cows targeting 566,000 kgms.

Irrigation enhancement from Rangitata South Irrigation Scheme including a holding pond will be completed by possession. Pivot irrigation, very good homes and good 50 bale rotary shed. Take this farm forward into the next season.

AUCTION View By Appointment AUCTION 2.00pm, Wed 18th December, 2013 Ashburton Event Centre, Wills Street, Ashburton

To be auctioned Wednesday 18th December at 2pm.

To be auctioned Wednesday 18th December at 2pm.

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DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY "EXCEPTIONAL" - 34.46HA WEB ID AL34005

WEB ID AR33668 GREENSTREET 96 Ashburton Staveley Road

ASHBURTON 209 Wheatstone Road Affordable fabulous family home on this rural lifestyle retreat. 11 kilometres to town and brilliant for the young family with an animal or two.

Located in one of Mid Canterburies best kept secrets is this beautifully appointed two storey four bedroom homestead featuring games room, separate lounge and office and open plan living. A full complement of farm buildings - this unit has the lot! 40 mature walnut trees producing an average of approximately one tonne of walnuts/year, almost totally deer fenced.

Modern four bedroom home with open plan kitchen, living, dining and separate lounge. Master bedroom has an ensuite. Double garage and 4 bay implement shed. Make this your family home and lifestyle.

A great opportunity to purchase an up and running smaller farm. Don't delay!

View By Appointment DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Monday 16th December 2013 at 4.00pm

Deadline Sale closing 19th December 2013 at 4pm.

View By Appointment DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY Thursday 19th December 2013 at 4.00pm

FINAL NOTICE

$1,500,000 + GST HALF ACRE IN HINDS

QUALITY AND STYLE - 7 HA

WEB ID AL33650 ASHBURTON 28 Mitcham Road A beautifully appointed country home built approximately five years ago. The house has been thoughtfully designed and constructed with Oamaru stone under a Gerrard roof complemented with copper down pipes and spouting. Set amidst well stocked formal gardens and a delightful sun drenched patio complete with electronic, automated pergola system.

The house exudes quality and style in every detail. High studs with cornicing, four large bedrooms, the master with ensuite and dressing room. The living area is open plan, bright and spacious with a pleasing aspect to the garden and countryside.

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DEADLINE PRIVATE TREATY

$260,000 WEB ID AL33427A HINDS 90 David Street At the end of a quiet street is this three bedroom permanent material home set on 2023sqm section (half acre). Warm and sunny living. Double garage and games room. Ideal opportunity here for first home buyers within a thriving community.

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Industry News

Real estate Rookie of the year

By Toni Williams

Eliza Waszczak has taken out a national real estate award after 10 months in business at McGregors Real Estate.

The Young Professionals in Real Estate (YPIRE), Young Shooting Star Salesperson, Rookie of the Year is for agents working in the industry for up to two years.

It was presented to her by Real Estate Institute of New Zealand chief executive officer Helen O’Sullivan in Auckland last week.

Mrs Waszczak said clients she had worked with had nominated her for the award.

It was likely her personal philosophy had a lot to do with it.

“Treat people how you want to be treated, my Mum always said.”

Her sales achievement and the rapport she had with her clients were factors looked at by the panel of four independent judges.

Less than a year into the indus-

try and having won the rookie award for anyone in the industry up to two years Mrs Waszczak looked at a new goal.

“I want to take out the top award.”

However, the challenge was set as most of those industry winners were selling million dollar properties and she had no plans to move.

“Ashburton is great community. It’s busy and got everything you need and everything you don’t need.”

McGregor Real Estate owner Trevor Hurley said it was a great achievement for someone in Ashburton to be recognised nationally as real estate was “not an easy game”.

Mr Hurley said her personality and marketing skills all helped her achieve success.

The judges looked at her marketing, her salesmanship, testimonials and her proactive attitude to succeed.

Eliza joined the young professionals in October this year.

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Open Home Saturday, December 14, 10.00 -10.30am

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METHVEN IMMACULATE LIVING

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½ acre property located just 2km from the centre of Methven, 50m to golf course, town meets country in this top presented 340m2 home. Featuring four bedrooms, one ensuite and two other bathrooms, Double glazed throughout, quality log burner, XOWUD EDWWV XQGHU à RRU KHDWLQJ LQ WZR EDWKURRPV HQVXULQJ WKDW you are kept toasty warm in winter and cooler in summer. Top class appointed kitchen/dining with top brand appliances and stylish granite benchtops. External features include a bbq area, deck with rural ambiance and alpine views. Impressive gardens have various mature trees, raised veggie patch and tunnel house. Massive amounts of storage, utility rooms, shed and cavernous two car garage+workshop.

So many features. Located in the centre of the village and still quiet. ½ acre section with wonderfully spacious four bedrooms, two bathrooms family home. All the EQC work is completed to a high standard. Partial double glazing SOXV XQGHU à RRU LQVXODWLRQ 'RXEOH JDUDJH DQG ZRUNVKRS shed and two wood sheds, veggie patch and large tunnel house. Decking and verandahs around half the home.

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Colour

Green nature’s neutral

By Terry Lobb

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When blue and green are used together, it creates a cool, restful colour scheme. Add yellow for warmth and brightness. And for contrast or a complementary colour scheme add reds, peach or even violet depending on your desired depth of colour. Crisp white keeps the colours fresh.

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hat’s your favourite green?’It’s not easy being green,’ Kermit sang. But the colour can enhance your indoors.

NATURAL HUES: The wise use of props and accessories can bring the colour green into any environment.

GREEN is nature’s neutral, a backdrop for blossoms and fruits the plants produce. There is an old saying “blues and greens should never be seen”, but as I relax in my hammock or on the studio floor I look up into my palm trees and surrounding trees and see the clear blue sky with the occasional fairy (thistle seed) floating by.

The greens range from the lime of new foliage in brilliant sunshine to bluegreens in the shade, softer more muted tones, each tree bringing different tones and textures to life.

Blue and green definitely work together and yellow is another colour that works well.

When blue and green are used together, it creates a cool, restful colour scheme. Add yellow for warmth and brightness. And for contrast or a complementary colour scheme add reds, peach or even violet depending on your desired depth of colour. Crisp white keeps the colours fresh.

Through the years, we have seen green come and go with each era bringing its own variation to suit the different styles of decor.

Remember the days of lime green from the 80s teamed with bright orange and brown? Perhaps that is why I still love lime green or maybe it’s that it also represents the beginning of a fresh new

season and the move into summer.

Traditional settings are perhaps better suited to grey green, Wedgwood, forest green and olive depending on the type of room and its decor.

Jade and emerald can work very well in kitchens and bathrooms, in accessories to enrich other colours and textures.

Often green is well complemented by adding a few potted plants. Imagine a conservatory with a timber or tiled floor, soft green, cane furniture and plants to bring the outside in.

A blur between summer and winter, indoors and out.

Green is a cool colour but with hints of yellow warms to a warmer green with quite a different feel. Or add wood or cork flooring to the room: that visually adds warmth and is also in line with a green natural theme.

you are a person who prefers warmer tones.

Light colours become open, airy and relaxing, whereas darker green tends to be more moody and perhaps a little masculine, depending on the depth of colour used, but can also be relaxing.

Always try to work with the natural flow of light into the house when working with colour. Deeper warmer colours for cooler areas and lighter cooler colours for a north-facing room.

If you use deep, dark green, you do need to be careful that the walls don’t turn black at night under artificial light. You might end up with a cavelike room, which may not be how you envisaged the room to feel.

When I am working with clients, it does depend on their personalities how they react to colour, texture and warmth. It is vital the mix is right.

Also remember the whiter and lighter a colour, the cooler the colour becomes, visually. Try and avoid using cool lighter tones on the chilly south side of the house.

Visually the room will appear larger but cooler and perhaps unpleasant if

What does green mean to you? Is it a colour that you love or is it a colour that you would prefer to see on the outside only and never to darken your doorstep.

Does it make you feel relaxed when you walk into a room?

Does deep green remind you of cold

winter nights by the fire or a cosy library where the walls are lined with old books and you can sink into your favourite leather chair on a wet afternoon?

Or do you prefer lighter, fresh tints teamed with pink for a little girl’s bedroom? Think carefully before you choose your colour as to how it affects you, changes your moods and whether it creates the desired effect you are looking for.

And be a little adventurous.Terry Lobb is an interior/kitchen designer and personal colour and style consultant who takes a holistic approach to living with colour, texture and style.

If you have anything you would like to contribute or would like to contact Terry email: terry@terrylobb.com website: http://terrylobb.com

MORE THAN JUST A TOWNHOUSE

Ashburton

LOOKING FOR FAMILY

Ashburton

74 Cox Street

Price by Negotiation

50 Elizabeth Street, Allenton

Price by Negotiation

Step inside and be impressed with the space in this terrifically sunny townhouse. Generous living area flows to the kitchen and dining areas, three double bedrooms and internal access garaging.

The garden is well established and offers just enough to keep green fingers happy. Enjoy a central location.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $425,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am www.bayleys.co.nz/516903

Mick Hydes M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

This three bedroom home oozes character and is set in a prime location. Spacious kitchen flowing to the living spaces. The three bedrooms are spacious with built in robes and there is internal access garaging. Heated with a heatpump and a pellet fire you won’t go cold in the winter. Lovely mature gardens complete the setting.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $395,000 View Sat 10.45-11.15am www.bayleys.co.nz/516960

Mick Hydes M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

START THE GOOD LIFE

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Hepburns Road

For Sale Offers over $685,000 View Sat 11.30-12.15pm

160 McMurdo Street, Tinwald

Price by Negotiation

This low maintenance six year old permanent material three bedroom home sits on 2.0234 hectares with a sunny aspect. Open plan kitchen and dining with a separate living area. Doors open to a new wooden deck, recently sown lawn and views to the mountains. A perfect lifestyle starter or an easy choice if you’re looking to downsize.

www.bayleys.co.nz/516987

Mike Preston M 027 430 7041 B 03 307 7377 mike.preston@bayleys.co.mnz

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $298,000 View Sat 10-10.30am www.bayleys.co.nz/516877

Mick Hydes M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon M 027 448 4006

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WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

Great opportunity for the first home buyer or investor looking for a toe hold on the property ladder. Featuring open plan kitchen and dining flowing to the living area and conservatory. Three bedrooms and a single garage with ample off street parking. Sitting on a good "ole" kiwi quarter acre there are possibilities galore.

YOUR PERFECT START

Ashburton

44 Princes Street, Netherby

Deadline Sale

This home offers ample living with separate kitchen and new log burner. Some renovations done, add your own touches to complete the picture. The 1,012m² section has the potential to be subdivided if you so desire.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $270,000 by 3pm, Tues 17 Dec 2013 (unless sold prior) View Sat 10-10.30am www.bayleys.co.nz/517024

Mick Hydes M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

ATTENTION TO DETAIL

Ashburton

6 Primrose Place, Allenton

Deadline Sale

This property definitely has to be on your shopping list if you want quality design and build. Three bedrooms, master with ensuite, interconnecting living and superb first class kitchen flowing to the decking and generous section.

WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $660,000 by 3pm, Wed 18 Dec 2013 View Sat 11.30-12.00pm www.bayleys.co.nz/517023

Mick Hydes M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

UNCOMPROMISING QUALITY

Ashburton

7 Somerset Grove, Allenton

Price by Negotiation

An exciting opportunity to purchase this quality built family home in this sought after Allenton location. Finished to the highest standard this 220m² house offers three bedrooms, fourth bedroom or office, ensuite, interconnecting living spaces flowing to the outdoor living space to entertain or just relax. Double attached garaging with off street parking makes this property in a word SHARP! WHALAN AND PARTNERS LTD, BAYLEYS, LICENSED UNDER THE REA ACT 2008.

The vendor invites offers in the vicinity of $620,000 View Sat 11.30-12.00pm www.bayleys.co.nz/516981

Mick Hydes M 027 437 9696 B 03 307 7377

Debbie Boon M 027 448 4006 B 03 307 7377

www.bayleys.co.nz

Colour

New blue makes a comeback Rebecca Bowering

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abric and interior design expert Rebecca Bowering says the latest trend in decorating is for a serious case of the blues EVERY once in a while a definite trend emerges in decorating. Most of us old enough will remember the yellow and blue combinations of the 1980s.

Many a home was decorated in this way including the carpets, kitchen joinery, and masses of patterned curtains. I am almost embarrassed

to say that I went all out - blue carpet, shiny blue kitchen and huge sunflower curtains in the family kitchen area accompanied by pale blue and lemon chintzed Austrian blinds. We were all glad to see it gone and no one expected its return.

Well, shades of blue have returned.

The more sophisticated colour of indigo is definitely the colour of the moment, but equally, softer blues set with acidic yellows are causing a stir too.

Denims are one of the ways to effect this look - whether the sharp dress denim or the more faded stonewashed appearance set against every colour of neutral.

Washed-finish fabrics look particularly good in shades of blue and suit our casual lifestyles.

The blue of denim is definitely a “French” colour - we think of faded shabby chic sofas, vintage florals and a level of comfort and charm so typically European. Denim fabric

owes its name to its town of origin, Nimes - de Nimes (from Nimes) eventually becoming the word denim. The word jeans came from the French phrase “bleu de Genes” meaning the blue of Genoa.

The deeper indigos look fabulous in shiny fabrics, set against glorious contrasting jewel colours for a truly glamorous design style. Deep blues and indigos have a tendency to “die” at night, looking almost black, so check any possible choices in both natural and artificial light.

“Take a closer look” Take a closer look at contents insurance.

A Rothbury Insurance broker will give you the peace of mind to know, should anything unexpected happen to your household contents and personal belongings, I.B.A.N.Z Members 69 Tancred Street you would be able to Ashburton repair or replace them.

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Colour

Shades of blue have returned. The more sophisticated colour of indigo is definitely the colour of the moment, but equally, softer blues set with acidic yellows are causing a stir too.

Silk fibre has an inherent lustre at night, it really does shine, so consider a silk or reflective fabric for your deepest blue choice.

Fabulous blue checks have made a welcome comeback too - in varying scales these look great as curtains, sofas or an occasional chair. These checks can also add equal measures of interest to a casual home

or more glamorous interior by changing the texture and shine of the fabric.

Growing up, blue and black combinations were a no no. You either chose blue or black and certainly didn’t mix them.

Now blue and black can be considered in the same colour scheme. In fact many plain fabrics share both blue and black warps and give an

extraordinary depth to a room.

The ancient Egyptians used the stone lapis lazuli to represent heaven - so create your own heavenly space with blue and indigo.

Rebecca Bowering, Atelier Textiles owner, explores new textiles and interior design ideas every week. For more visit www.atelier.co.nz

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Spruced up

By Terry Lobb

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he finished kitchen with the scheme inspired by the kettle - we needed something to lift the kitchen and showcase the kettle; RIGHT: The handles are off the kitchen cupboards and the preparation for the makeover is under way.

A lick of paint, new handles and, hey presto, you have a whole new look Whip up a new kitchen There is no point in painting the walls and then the ceiling. If you’re like me, you’ll end up with splatters all over the walls.

IT IS nice to hear from readers around the country enquiring about a product or wanting tips and hints. Is your

kitchen looking a little tired and in need of tender loving care? Or have you just moved to a new home and you are ready to give that well-loved kitchen a makeover?

Are you unsure whether the existing colour is white or another colour, but it looks so tired and grubby it is hard to tell? Whatever the case, you feel you are in need of a change. Where you start and how far you take the project will depend on the condition of the kitchen and how well it works for you.

If you can’t afford to renew the complete kitchen, you do have options for a spruce-up. If the cupboard doors are in good condition, a lick of paint makes a huge difference. Changing

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handles also improves the look of a kitchen immensely. I’ve had clients who have kitchens that were built in the 80s with chunky, plastic handles and, when we fitted something more streamlined, it changed the kitchen completely.

Changing your benchtop may be another option to consider, depending on what type you have and how the kitchen has been constructed.

Once you have decided on your colour options, and which surfaces you want to freshen up or replace, you need a plan of attack. The ceiling is a good place to start. There is no point in painting the walls and then the ceiling.

If you’re like me, you’ll end up with splatters all over the walls.

Always use good drop sheets, old bed sheets don’t quite stop the paint seeping through, but thermo drapes you no longer need work well.

Clean the ceiling and walls thoroughly with a good paint cleaner. Cooking residue will have collected over the years or the paint may have discoloured. Once the surface has been cleaned, rinse off the residue with clean water to remove any trace of chemicals.

The cleaner may have taken off the surface paint as well so you already have a good surface to paint. If not, you will need to sand the surface area.

Fill any defects such as nail holes with filler. Make sure you choose the correct

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Landscaping sandpaper for the job at hand. There is nothing worse than creating scratches on the paint finish that look like textured wallpaper when you wanted a smooth surface. Next, the walls will need to be sealed with a sealer.

A general rule of thumb is if you’re using an oil-based top coat, use a water-based sealer or, if you’re using a water-based topcoat, use an oil-based sealer. Usually, one coat of sealer will be sufficient, followed by two top coats of your finishing paint.

Three may be required if the colour has poor coverage or is dark.

Make sure you have chosen the right paint for the area. Some paint companies provide certain paints for different areas.

There would be nothing worse than finding out a couple of weeks later that the paint won’t stand up to the steam or the cleaning in the kitchen, or the paint is simply chipping off because you have used the wrong preparation paints.

If you are at all in doubt, check with your preferred paint company for its recommendations.

Terry Lobb is an interior/kitchen designer and personal colour and style consultant who takes a holistic approach to living with colour, texture and style - email: terry@terrylobb.com; website: http:// terrylobb.com

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