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7 ways to keep your home cool without air conditioning Cool yourself and your house down without blasting the aircon. While itâ€™s easy enough to keep yourself fresh with a quick dip in the pool or a cold... 07-02-2023 19:19	How to create bright murals in a child’s bedroom Set a playful scene in a child?s bedroom by framing focal points with bright murals Painting murals in your child?s bedroom is a fun and relatively qu... 02-02-2023 22:12	How to grow vegetables from your kitchen window Turn your kitchen window sill into a mini hydroponic patch Vegetable scrap gardening is a thing. With little effort and a dose of creativity, you can ... 02-02-2023 22:12	How to create an office you’ll want to work from home From desks to decor, here?s how to create an office space that will inspire peak productivity Our time spent in the office has been cut back over the ... 01-02-2023 22:11
We answer your vegetable garden and lawn questions From the experts at Kings Plant Barn How often should I water my vegetable garden" With summer in full swing, you will have to increase the amount and... 31-01-2023 22:12	11 perfect gifts for your lover this Valentine’s Day Can?t buy me love (but you can give me a little something) If you need some help deciding on a Valentineâ€™s Day gift, we have you covered with these ... 31-01-2023 22:12	There are curves in all the right places in these wavy homew Make waves with cool curves in all the right places Add some interest to your home with these curvy homeware picks. Â The post There are curves in al... 30-01-2023 22:10	10 kitchen trends that will sizzle in 2023 Find out what?s cooking in the world of kitchen design with these sizzling kitchen trends for 2023 and beyond We?ve seen the future, and it is fabulou... 30-01-2023 22:10
Here’s what you need to look out for in your builder&# Reno expert Jen Jones talks through what to look for in your builder?s contract Do you know that it?s a legal requirement to have a written contract w... 29-01-2023 22:06	These duck egg blue pieces will make a splash in your home This light and bright colour is making a serious splash Add a pop of duck egg blue to your home, the cool, pale blue is a classic way to update the co... 27-01-2023 22:06	Meet the woman using textiles to bring colour and joy to the Through her vibrant, feel-good textile designs, Imogen Switalla brings colour and joy into her various corners of the world Textile designer Imogen Sw... 25-01-2023 22:08	This new build has a timeless attention to detail In windswept Mangawhai, two interior designers crafted a contemporary home with timeless attention to detail meet & greet Bevan (industrial designer a... 21-01-2023 22:10
Be inspired by the Italian island Capri with these home buys Say ciao to Italian island style with Med blue and sunshine yellow homewares Blues and yellows reign supreme with these home buys inspired by the Ital... 20-01-2023 22:11	The fourth 2023 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist creates a A front porch plays with shapes and punchy pops of pink Martine Connor?s front porch, previously an ?aged, unsightly plain concrete?, is now unrecogni... 20-01-2023 22:11	This textile designer’s home is a reflection of past a Past and present, plus travels far and wide, are all interwoven in the exquisitely detailed home of textile designer Tigger Hall meet & greet Tigger H... 19-01-2023 22:08	Five reasons why you should consider Paerata Rise for your n The Kiwi dream to own your home is alive and well, but in an increasingly difficult housing market finding your perfect new build home can be tough. ... 19-01-2023 22:08
The best solutions to keep cool this summer Is the hot weather getting to you" Check out these fan-tastic solutions to beat the summer heat It?s another hot summer in Aotearoa, but if you can?t ... 18-01-2023 22:14	5 eco-friendly cleaning tips Ensuring your cleaning process is eco-friendly should be a priority for us all. The process of cleaning, decluttering and refreshing our homes is par... 17-01-2023 22:14	This barn-style home is a bohemian sanctuary Building a house on your own isn?t for the faint of heart, but this eight-month project resulted in a home made with love for a young Gisborne family ... 17-01-2023 22:14	Shop these coastal rustic pieces inspired by Cape Cod Introduce coastal, rustic New England-style to your life These classic pieces are perfect for your coastal home. The post Shop these coastal rustic pi... 16-01-2023 22:12
See how this Waiheke Island bach became the perfect family h Part-time Waiheke Islanders created the perfect family home away from home meet & greet Susannah (interior designer at Island Interiors) and Paul Math... 16-01-2023 22:12	The garden tasks you can do this summer Get picking on the daily ? it?s summer harvest time in the garden January is a traditional time for holidays in Aotearoa. That it coincides with peak ... 14-01-2023 22:08	See inside this Italian holiday home that blends modern desi Ancient history blends with modern design and natural materials at a rustic Italian holiday home near the Adriatic Sea meet & greet Olenka Airasca (si... 13-01-2023 22:08	Meet the woman who practises an ancient form of gardening Caroline Yelavic is getting her hands dirty with an ancient form of gardening Originally from sunny Sao Paulo in Brazil, Caroline Yelavic was exposed ... 11-01-2023 22:08
How to combat your renophobia Why you don?t need to be scared of a do-up right now Through a combination of tracking the property sales in my area and chatting to local realtors, i... 10-01-2023 22:13	10 garden and outdoor trends that will be everywhere in 2023 The top 10 garden and outdoor space ideas that will blossom this year 1 Laissez-faire love Maybe it?s to counter all the external stresses in the worl... 09-01-2023 22:11	Interiors experts share their aspirations for the new year Interiors experts from around Aotearoa share what will be changing in their own homes Penny Fussell, Interior designer at M.Int Interiors, Napier It?s... 04-01-2023 22:06	The third 2023 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist uses pops A state house is given a pop of colour, and then some Kareen Durbin is smitten with her ?simple, stereotypical state house? in New Plymouth, she can?t... 02-01-2023 22:07
Make the most of longer days with our outdoor furniture pick Make the most of longer days and balmy evenings with furniture that can cope with anything the seasons throw at them Outdoor furniture has to do more ... 01-01-2023 22:02	Enjoy a stylish picnic with these colourful buys What to pack for a perfect day of grazing and relaxing Youâ€™ll be the most stylish picnic-goer at the beach or park with these colourful picnic buys.... 31-12-2022 22:03	Soak up summer with these stylish beach towels Beach towels to help you soak up the sun and surf Â These beach towels will ensure you are the most stylish person on the beach or at the pool. Â Â ... 30-12-2022 22:06	How to add some personality to your powder room with wallpap Get on a roll and make your powder room pop with personality using our DIY expert?s step-by-step guide You will need: Resene Interior Paintwork Cleane... 30-12-2022 22:06
3 delicious drinks to beat the heat Easy-drinking thirst quenchers to beat the heat This summer I want to create plenty of flavourful drinks that are as beautiful as they are thirst-quen... 28-12-2022 22:08	5 ways to embrace the Kiwiana style Five ways to incorporate Kiwiana into your life ? and how to elevate the timeless look Kiwiana style is all about embracing simple moments with friend... 27-12-2022 22:07	This former bach is now a colourful, coastal home After living life in fast forward, a young family has created a holiday-at-home haven where they can stop and exhale Meet & Greet Pearl Delaney-Girdle... 26-12-2022 22:09	9 of the best pillows for a better night?s sleep Are you searching for a better night?s sleep" Try a new pillow. The key could be in your pillows. Pillows come in many shapes and sizes: soft, firm, ... 25-12-2022 22:02
The best memory foam mattresses to sink into If thereâ€™s one thing we all come to learn in adulthood itâ€™s this: never underestimate the power of a good nightâ€™s sleep â€“ or, for that matter,... 22-12-2022 22:04	The 2022 Resene Small Room Awards winner creates a nature-in The winner of the Resene Small Room Awards harnesses the great outdoors through a love of colour Andrea Kurth?s decision to paint a punchy and playful... 22-12-2022 22:04	How to turn your TV into a work of art Transform your TV into a work of art by building a frame for it You will need ? 40mm x 20mm pine cut into 4 x 1.2m lengths ? Picture framing timber cu... 21-12-2022 22:03	Turn your home into a modern coastal retreat with these piec Celadon and white is mixed with natural materials and the occasional curvy piece for a modern take on coastal style Shades of timber, with other textu... 21-12-2022 22:03
Pastel tones and clean lines give an update to Scandi decor Pastel candles, holders, coloured glass and graphic posters update the traditional Scandi clean lines of this Danish home Get cosy at Christmas with p... 21-12-2022 22:03	This art deco home is the perfect festive minimalism inspira The owners of a renovated ?50s house with cool art deco features prepare for a festive day of fun Meet & Greet Erica Jane Wilson (artist and photogra... 21-12-2022 22:03	This Danish home is a lesson in creating cosiness with femin Danish interior design shop owner Ann-Sophie Ulka?s home is decorated in colours that give lots of positive energy. Come December she dials up the fes... 19-12-2022 22:07	Create Christmas magic with photographer Gina Fabish Gina Fabish is always on the lookout to create Christmas magic for her family. The scene in their 100-year-old villa living room is a festive one, fro... 18-12-2022 22:08
This modern coastal dream house is the perfect backdrop for With its white palette, open-plan spaces and materials inspired by the ocean, this new home is a beautiful reflection of the family who live here and ... 17-12-2022 22:08	11 gifts perfect for the techie in your life Delight a techie with the latest gadgets and gizmos Any techie would love to find any of these gifts under the tree this Christmas. Amazon Kindle Pape... 15-12-2022 22:08	A pastel-themed Christmas with stylist Kate Alexander Stylist Kate Alexander creates the perfect Christmas Day The frenzy of the festive season is left at the front door at Kate Alexander?s place. Inside,... 15-12-2022 22:08	An inspired gift guide for the green thumb in your life Gardeners are easy to buy for. Make it something related to their passion and you?re home and hosed Tool time Practical is good when it comes to gifts... 15-12-2022 22:08
Christmas gift ideas that the kids will love Fun for the young ?uns The kids will have so much fun with these gifts from Santa. Â Â Super Cloud by Anika Moa short-sleeve pyjama set, $59.99, fro... 13-12-2022 22:11	Turn your kids art into thoughtful gifts Do you have a surplus of waste paper but can?t bear to bin it" Make this fast and crafty Christmas project Art is a daily activity in our household, a... 13-12-2022 22:11	Create a welcoming festive feel with neutral tones this Chri Start with a backdrop of creamy, dreamy white, then layer in rich shades of cafe au lait and burnt toffee to create warmly welcoming festive decor. Co... 12-12-2022 22:08	12 luxurious gifts to give this Christmas Luxury is about wants and pampering, not needs From pampering presents, gorgeous jewels to luxe bed socks these gifts are perfect for your mum, aunt o... 11-12-2022 22:05
11 Christmas gifts to give that serve a purpose Choose something that serves a purpose and gets a job done For the person who prefers to have something they need on their list, not wants. Emile Henr... 11-12-2022 22:05	How to use crepe paper to wrap your Christmas presents Decorate your gifts with as much care as you did in choosing them, then watch as eyes light up on spying these perfect offerings Crepe paper is vastly... 09-12-2022 22:05	A renovation code of conduct: a guide to help your build go It?s your property that?s being renovated or built so you should be able to turn up unannounced, right" Not necessarily That hackneyed phrase ?the cus... 08-12-2022 22:06	Your gardening questions answered From the experts at Kings Plant Barn My lemon tree has small white flies on it. What do I do control this pest" At this time of year white fly can be ... 07-12-2022 22:10
Handmade gift tags to impress with this Christmas Turn a brown paper package into something special Whether you?re making or buying your presents this year, jazzing up the wrapping with adornments and... 07-12-2022 22:10	How to care for your real or potted Christmas tree Keep your fresh or potted Christmas tree looking its best throughout the festive season! A lot of people pine for the look, smell and feel of a real C... 06-12-2022 22:22	Branch out with a new tree this Christmas White, gold, blue, pink or traditional green â€“ branch out with a new specimen this year From fluffy pines to bold blue and soft pinks, if youâ€™re i... 05-12-2022 22:08	Christmas decorations to spruce up your tree Ornaments that will spruce up your tree decorating game Add some new sparkle to the Christmas tree with these picks! Paper snowflake silver, $14, from... 05-12-2022 22:08
DIY Christmas bon bons to make this festive season Fill them with treats the family will actually love. The highlight of any Christmas lunch â€“ aside from the ham â€“ is arguably the Christmas bon bon... 03-12-2022 22:08	Meet the Christchurch mum serving up sweet Christmas treats A Christchurch mum has turned a favourite holiday tradition into a business that spices up the lives of Kiwi families at Christmas As the holiday seas... 01-12-2022 22:08	7 Christmas gift ideas that will suit everyone on your list Are you looking for the perfect Christmas present" Here?s some inspiration that will surprise and delight A bunch of happiness The Wild Rose specialis... 30-11-2022 22:12	The design of this statement Raglan home pays tribute to its An artist sketched a house open to the views with a nod to the local birdlife in 2019. Two years later, the vision was realised and he and his f... 29-11-2022 22:08
The fifth Resene Small Room Awards finalist creates a dreamy A sunny nursery receives the golden touch A nursery is always a tricky interior to decorate, but Alysia Simkin?s honey-toned mural masterpiece adds th... 29-11-2022 22:08	Get your garden in tip top shape for the festive season Christmas is a time when all the family get together to celebrate the festive season. Here?s what to plant, sow and grow before the masses descend You... 29-11-2022 22:08	How to style your dining table this Christmas Get set for Christmas with a setting to impress for less Tap into new style this holiday season, whether you?ll be gathering around the dining table o... 28-11-2022 22:08	The countdown to Christmas is on with these advent calendars Have a great day in the countdown to Christmas with an advent calendar Christmas-lovers rejoice, the countdown to the big day is nearly here! If maki... 26-11-2022 22:08
12 gifts under $10 to give for secret santa Gifts under $10 for smiles all round Everyone will wish you were their secret santa with one of these picks! Â Â Â Avobath bath bomb, Big Blue bath... 26-11-2022 22:08	Turn your home into a luxury hotel with these modern pieces Contrast strong blacks with soft blush tones for an inviting take on modernity These pieces will help turn your home into a modern, luxury hotel. Â Â... 25-11-2022 22:03	7 things to consider when choosing joinery for your home Joinery plays a big role in how your house feels. This step-by-step guide will make it easy to choose the right windows and doors for your new home A ... 25-11-2022 22:03	This family home has a moody, hotel vibe Sleek, low-maintenance and with a five-star hotel vibe was the design brief for this family home in ?mokoroa Meet & greet Andrea Howden (construction ... 24-11-2022 22:03
See inside this weatherboard home set on an acre paradise A couple downsized to an acre paradise and built a house with everything they need in South Auckland Meet & greet Virginia and Alan Henderson, Ruby th... 24-11-2022 22:03	20 amazing gifts under $50 to give this Christmas From puzzles to candles, plant pots with faces and funky coasters, here are 20 gifts under $50 to give (or put on your wish list) this year. The holid... 24-11-2022 22:03	30 stunning gifts under $100 to give this Christmas From fancy glassware to beautiful ceramics, to cushions and DIY pottery kits, here are 30 gifts under $100 to give this year. Â Thereâ€™s no reason ... 23-11-2022 22:07	The second 2023 Resene Colour Home Awards finalist uses an o A family home creates waves with a colour palette that?s as evocative as the ocean itself Drawing inspiration from nature is nothing new but in Marie ... 23-11-2022 22:07
Mix modern and heritage with these 10 homeware pieces A house with plenty of natural character is given a 21st-century makeover with furniture and decor that has both form and function Natural tones and s... 22-11-2022 22:04	This Wellington villa balances heritage with modern elements Time-tested elements are harmoniously matched with light-handed hints of modernity in this renovation of a Wellington villa Meet & greet Sarah Kilner ... 21-11-2022 22:08	give a fig Get the pick of the bunch These fruity homewares are as fun as they are functional. Veracruz papaya poster, $36, from Poster Atelier. Jellycat beetroo... 20-11-2022 22:04	Make a statement at home with these bold homewares Forged iron, boucle, sophisticated lines and bold curved joinery choices give this drama-filled house an edge When designer and maker Dani Dean took o... 19-11-2022 22:05
These pieces will help balance minimalism with individuality This home has all the hallmarks you?d expect from a Scandi house while still maintaining a sense of individualism Danish architecture with a Japanese ... 18-11-2022 22:04	This cottage in the woods has a seamless transition between Danish architecture with a Japanese twist creates a fluid transition between house and nature Meet & greet Andreas Jorgensen (landscape architect), Mi... 17-11-2022 22:05	Shop their style: Vive la vintage Mix and match antiques for that quintessential French chateau feel, with a touch of romance A modern Auckland home is treated to an 18th-century Europ... 16-11-2022 22:07	This Auckland barn transports you to 18th-century Europe A modern Auckland home is treated to an 18th-century European makeover of mythic proportions Meet & greet Claire Crosbie (visual merchandiser), her tw... 16-11-2022 22:07
11 pool toys to make a splash with this summer Pool toys that will really float your boat Have fun in the sun and water this summer with our picks of fun pool toys â€“ donâ€™t forget the sunscreen!... 15-11-2022 22:07	Peek inside this designer’s colourful home When designer and maker Dani Dean took on a sentimental family project, both her creative compass and her heart were on the line Meet & greet Dani Dea... 14-11-2022 22:04	What to know before installing a pool Nothing beats jumping into a pool on a hot summer?s day. Here?s what you need to know about installing your own before making the leap While there are... 11-11-2022 22:07	11 of our favourite spotted homewares Connect the dots with this perky, playful trend Add some fun into your décor with these 11 homeware items that are super spotty. Have You Met Miss Jon... 11-11-2022 22:07
9 tips for conserving water in the garden It?s the life source for all living things and a precious resource, so here are nine ways to conserve water in the garden Wandering around the garden ... 09-11-2022 22:07	The changes to the building code that could impact your buil Changes to the Building Code are coming. Here?s how they?ll impact you if you?re planning a new build Every year the Ministry of Business, Innovation ... 08-11-2022 22:23	Meet the talented duo improving mental health through puzzle Rewa Walters and Sophie Morrison are combining art with mindfulness to create a powerhouse of puzzles Rewa Walters and Sophie Morrison had always want... 07-11-2022 22:11	The garden tasks to do as the days get warmer It?s time to plant some summer-loving crops as the days become warmer and there are more hours to spend in the garden To do November is a busy month i... 06-11-2022 22:11
9 storage ideas that will prevent toys taking over the house Store your kidsâ€™ toys easily and effectively with these genius solutions The idea of keeping a house in order takes on a whole new meaning if you ha... 03-11-2022 22:06	10 of the best bath mats Hot takes for your bathroom floor Add some colour and fun to your bathroom with these adorable bath mats. Â Miss April peach bath mat, around $100, f... 02-11-2022 22:12	How to choose the right rug for a room We lay down the ground rules on how to pick the perfect rug for every room in your home A rug can make or break a room, but getting it right isnâ€™t a... 01-11-2022 22:10	How to create your own abstract wall art Make your own wall art from leftover MDF. Nikki Kettle?s abstract piece was inspired by her local environment You will need ? MDF off-cuts. I used wha... 31-10-2022 22:10
Shop their style: easy living Beachy Scandi vibes with lots of natural materials let the outside in Light and balance work with nature and a slow lifestyle at this idyllic holiday ... 28-10-2022 22:09	Shop their style an ocean of opportunity Creative use of Hamptons style makes this house fit perfectly into its beachside environment Â A spontaneous purchase of a weatherboard house provide... 28-10-2022 22:09	Take a look inside this idyllic holiday home Light and balance work with nature and a slow lifestyle at this idyllic holiday house in Denmark meet & greet Rikke Moldrup Rasmussen (Slow fashion an... 27-10-2022 22:06	How to organise and hide charging cords Interior designer, James Treble, shares his tips to help you control the clutter of connectivity. We live in exciting times with the latest technology... 26-10-2022 22:07

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