Renting guide: What to look for when searching for your next rental property
Writer and rental queen Katherine Ormerod shares the seven questions to ask yourself and the landlord when entering the rental minefield What to look for when viewing a rental home: 1. As much square...
View ArticleSpecial Studio: Meet the talent using 3D-tech to turn trash into designer...
Meet Matt Watkins, the talent behind the 3D-printed stools we’re seeing everywhere Matt Watkins with examples of his 3D printed homewares If you’ve been flicking through the pages of Your Home and...
View ArticlePretty in pink: Seven inspirational interiors that aren’t Barbiecore
Thinking of adding a little blush to your interiors? These beautiful uses of pink interiors add a hint of romance to the space 2023 was a big year for the colour pink. Thanks to Margot Robbie and the...
View ArticleHow to give your plants just the right amount of water
Create a healthy garden without wasting water Photography: Hannah Puechmarin Watering plants – it sounds simple, right? Just get the hose, or watering can, and let the water flow until the plants have...
View ArticleHow to get rid of pesky pantry moths and prevent them from returning
Are pantry moths plaguing your home or office? These expert tips will help you to banish them for good Up there with flies and mosquitoes, pantry moths (or Indian meal moths) have to be some of the...
View Article10 rules interior designers swear by
Redecorating your home? Follow these 10 interior design rules to create a functional and stylish space you’ll love (without needing an interior designer) Just like an outfit, the right accessories tie...
View ArticleLight touch: What’s trending in soft furnishings
Consider these cosy contemporary furnishings to switch up your style When it comes to making your home cosy and contemporary this winter, it’s all about soft furnishings. They’re the key to making your...
View Article5 flooring trends that will transform the look and feel of your home
From coloured tiles to crazy paving, the latest flooring ideas will sweep you off your feet Soft, organic carpet, exotic tiles or weathered floorboards – whatever your choice, the floor covering in...
View ArticleWellington Weekend: What to see and do in the Capital
Discover for yourself why Te Whanganui-a-Tara is often dubbed the “coolest little capital in the world” Don’t miss the cable car for a new perspective on the city. If the weather’s fine, disembark at...
View ArticleJennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck put their house on the market, for a mere...
Not to fuel any more breakup rumours, but Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez have put their house on the market Photo via The Agency Here at Your Home and Garden, we love a sneak peek into celebrity homes....
View ArticleThe big picture: Your guide to all things media rooms
A media room presents an opportunity for the whole whānau to come together for bonding time in an easy, entertaining way With technology becoming more entwined with our daily lives, it’s important to...
View ArticleA weekend in Mangawhai: Everything to see and do
Visitors come to this Northland town for its surf beach and safe harbour swimming, but there’s also an unexpected bonus – the shops Sun, sea and sand. Mangawhai’s town slogan is: “A little out of the...
View ArticleDIY: How to make your own bedside table
This side table has a wonderful home-crafted look to it like it has been cobbled together from odds and ends found lying around the garage. It’s precisely this Frankenstein feel that gives it such...
View ArticleWhy comedian Caroline Quentin is happiest when in the garden
Green room or greenhouse? British comedy star Caroline Quentin says she’s happiest pottering around outside We know Men Behaving Badly and Jonathan Creek star Caroline Quentin best as an actor, so you...
View ArticleThe 10 best grasses for a New Zealand garden
Looking for a low-maintenance way to add colour, texture, movement and structure to a garden? Here are our top 10 grasses that will easily beautify your outdoor space From the sharply architectural to...
View Article14 plants with show-stopping white flowers
Clean, fresh and beautiful, white flowers are always a favourite Clean, fresh and beautiful when paired with any other colour, white flowers are a favourite of gardeners, interior decorators and brides...
View ArticleHow to enhance your emotional intelligence
Do you want to know how to reduce stress, handle big emotions better and lead a more fulfilling life? These eight steps are a good place to start to enhance your emotional intelligence We often think...
View ArticleThe best Wellington accommodation for a weekend escape
It may be windy, but Wellington has a huge amount to offer in terms of cuisine, arts, culture and, of course, swoon-worthy accommodation Plimmer Bolthole Apartment, from $195.00 per night, at Airbnb...
View ArticleSamantha Peacock of Heart of Glass on the art of stained glass
Samantha Peacock is putting a contemporary twist on an age-old art Samantha Peacock admits she can get intensely passionate about certain hobbies for months at a time, thanks to her ADHD. “My brain is...
View ArticleHow to grow and care for hydrangeas in New Zealand
Hydrangeas are a classic, full-bodied flower that adds colour and drama to the garden Nothing indicates summer quite like the sight of hydrangeas in bloom. If you want to learn about growing and caring...
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