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Why timber treatment levels are essential to understand in New Zealand
Why timber treatment levels are essential to understand in New Zealand
Lifestyle
28 October 2023
7 MIN READ
New Zealand's capricious weather conditions place exacting demands on exterior timber. We spoke to South Pacific Timber and KLC to learn about timber treatment levels and their economic viability to protect buildings over time.
The role of stonemasonry in sustainable architecture
The role of stonemasonry in sustainable architecture
Lifestyle
22 August 2023
8 MIN READ
The art of stonemasonry has defined our built heritage for millennia. We spoke to Blair Simpson at Tahuna Stone to discuss the enduring role of stonemasonry in sustainable architecture.
A jet-black mountain home protected by CUTEK
A jet-black mountain home protected by CUTEK
Lifestyle
09 December 2024
4 MIN READ
With a picturesque mountain backdrop, this low-profile jet-black home blends into the landscape while making a subtle statement with CUTEK Extreme CD50.
A jet-black mountain home protected by CUTEK
A jet-black mountain home protected by CUTEK
Cassie Birrer
08 December 2024
4 MIN READ
The power of water for healthy New Zealand homes
The power of water for healthy New Zealand homes
Casey Arden
08 December 2024
4 MIN READ
Personalised living: improve your home with automation
Personalised living: improve your home with automation
Cassie Birrer
07 December 2024
3 MIN READ
Fire up your entertainment space
Fire up your entertainment space
Cassie Birrer
26 November 2024
3 MIN READ
Experience Mediterranean-inspired sculptures, intricate water features and a touch of moss
Experience Mediterranean-inspired sculptures, intricate water features and a touch of moss
Casey Arden
25 November 2024
3 MIN READ
The Portside development honouring Hawke’s Bay’s wool stores heritage
The Portside development honouring Hawke’s Bay’s wool stores heritage
Casey Arden
18 November 2024
3 MIN READ
This St Heliers kitchen design exceeds constraints and expectations
This St Heliers kitchen design exceeds constraints and expectations
Casey Arden
17 November 2024
3 MIN READ
Discussing interior styling with Claudia Kozub of Indie Home
Discussing interior styling with Claudia Kozub of Indie Home
Annabelle Taurua
12 November 2024
4 MIN READ
Armchair art selection and curation for busy designers
Armchair art selection and curation for busy designers
Casey Arden
11 November 2024
4 MIN READ
The Hawke’s Bay building company dedicated to strong relationships and project efficiency
The Hawke’s Bay building company dedicated to strong relationships and project efficiency
Cassie Birrer
10 November 2024
3 MIN READ
From super yachts to solar systems: inside the world of Diverse Electrical & Automation
From super yachts to solar systems: inside the world of Diverse Electrical & Automation
Amber Suckling
10 November 2024
2 MIN READ
How to protect your relocatable tiny home with a ‘waterproof jacket’
How to protect your relocatable tiny home with a ‘waterproof jacket’
Casey Arden
05 November 2024
3 MIN READ
Ingenious glazing design for New Zealand’s Full Time Sports Bar
Ingenious glazing design for New Zealand’s Full Time Sports Bar
Casey Arden
04 November 2024
3 MIN READ
Top 3 ways to enhance a petite bathroom
Top 3 ways to enhance a petite bathroom
Casey Arden
28 October 2024
3 MIN READ
Lighting designer, Jonny Hall, explores the South Island’s rugged beauty through hand-crafted luminaires
Lighting designer, Jonny Hall, explores the South Island’s rugged beauty through hand-crafted luminaires
Amber Suckling
28 October 2024
4 MIN READ
The next-gen robot lawn mowers for home
The next-gen robot lawn mowers for home
Cassie Birrer
26 October 2024
3 MIN READ
Orewa Lodge: a home of distinction becomes a sound investment
Orewa Lodge: a home of distinction becomes a sound investment
Casey Arden
14 October 2024
3 MIN READ
Four ways to transform a suburban home with louvres
Four ways to transform a suburban home with louvres
Casey Arden
13 October 2024
4 MIN READ
Why we’re craving uniformity in bathroom fittings and accessories
Why we’re craving uniformity in bathroom fittings and accessories
Casey Arden
05 October 2024
4 MIN READ
These bespoke timber furniture pieces are locally handcrafted
These bespoke timber furniture pieces are locally handcrafted
Cassie Birrer
05 October 2024
4 MIN READ
These new and improved shade covers are ideal for year-round outdoor living
These new and improved shade covers are ideal for year-round outdoor living
Cassie Birrer
30 September 2024
4 MIN READ
Creating spaces that spark joy: the Strowan townhouse story
Creating spaces that spark joy: the Strowan townhouse story
Casey Arden
22 September 2024
4 MIN READ
A bespoke kit set home in Mangawhai
A bespoke kit set home in Mangawhai
Cassie Birrer
21 September 2024
3 MIN READ
A grand design on a modest site, Waitematā View House blends the past in the present
A grand design on a modest site, Waitematā View House blends the past in the present
Casey Arden
16 September 2024
4 MIN READ
From the building site to the beach: inside the world of construction in the Coromandel
From the building site to the beach: inside the world of construction in the Coromandel
Amber Suckling
15 September 2024
4 MIN READ
Introducing the stainless steel rainwater pool glistening in sustainable luxury
Introducing the stainless steel rainwater pool glistening in sustainable luxury
Casey Arden
15 September 2024
4 MIN READ
Inside the life and creative process of William Worsp, furniture designer and founder of WRW & Co
Inside the life and creative process of William Worsp, furniture designer and founder of WRW & Co
Amber Suckling
15 September 2024
4 MIN READ
Crafting your new forever home with expert help
Crafting your new forever home with expert help
Cassie Birrer
26 August 2024
4 MIN READ
Building riverside retreats in New Zealand
Building riverside retreats in New Zealand
Casey Arden
12 August 2024
4 MIN READ
Meet Ainsworth & Collinson: two generations of builders bringing Hawke’s Bay homes to life
Meet Ainsworth & Collinson: two generations of builders bringing Hawke’s Bay homes to life
Amber Suckling
14 July 2024
4 MIN READ
Stand out with a bespoke gate design
Stand out with a bespoke gate design
Cassie Birrer
08 July 2024
4 MIN READ
The indispensable role of architects in your home renovation
The indispensable role of architects in your home renovation
Annabelle Taurua
10 June 2024
3 MIN READ
The invisible induction cooktop for seamless kitchen design
The invisible induction cooktop for seamless kitchen design
Cassie Birrer
15 May 2024
4 MIN READ
Meet the small business transforming Kiwi garages with tailored storage solutions
Meet the small business transforming Kiwi garages with tailored storage solutions
Amber Suckling
12 May 2024
5 MIN READ
Create the ultimate space for winter entertaining with a bespoke outdoor louvre system
Create the ultimate space for winter entertaining with a bespoke outdoor louvre system
Cassie Birrer
11 May 2024
4 MIN READ
A light-filled home pays homage to the landscape, taking in spectacular views to Ocean Beach.
A light-filled home pays homage to the landscape, taking in spectacular views to Ocean Beach.
Katrina Hobbs
28 April 2024
4 MIN READ