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How a mother-daughter duo maximise space in their small One Tree Hill sloping...
As far as garden trends go in New Zealand, a few roses, a lemon tree, a ground cover of red scoria chip, concrete edging and a rotary clothesline were quintessential features of a classic 1970s...
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Audrey Hepburn’s former home has been put on the market, for a mere $36.7...
It’s a far cry from Holly Golightly’s apartment in Breakfast at Tiffany’s, but this 18th-century residence outside the Swiss city Lausanne is just as stylish, and maybe a little more luxurious. The...
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Inside the luxe resort where The White Lotus season 3 was filmed
The third season of the wildly popular, award-winning drama series, The White Lotus has begun, and it has already raised plenty of questions about the sunny seaside resort location, where the new...
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The best Queenstown accommodation for your summer escape
It may be the adventure capital of New Zealand, but Queenstown has plenty more to offer than days on the slopes and rides on the Shotover jet. From Glenorchy to Arrowtown, the Remarkables to Coronet...
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How often should you really wash your sheets?
Despite spending about a third of our day between the sheets, it turns out, many of us don’t know how often to wash them. Over time, our bed becomes a haven for bacteria, dirt and other nasties that...
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Get set, dine: The table essentials that have us planning our next dinner party
The dinner party is one of our most enduring pastimes. The act of gathering people around a table to feast and gossip has taken many elaborate forms over the centuries before culminating in the more...
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Rug-tufted Kiwiana: Kim Lawrence’s colourful creations offer a walk down...
One glimpse at the colourful Instagram feed that Kim Lawrence has curated and you’ll be gasping with glee at the nostalgia. Her artworks are inspired by Kiwi food and classic children’s books, such as...
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High on life: How to incorporate dopamine decor for feel-good vibes
Type #dopaminedressing into your fave social media app and you’re bombarded with countless images of happy humans wearing vibrant, often whimsical, outfits and ear-to-ear smiles. The idea that...
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These are the best vegetables to plant in your garden this March
Harvest Greens Picking beans every 3-5 days ensures plants will keep producing more flowers and therefore more pods. Cook the same day for the best taste. If you want to freeze them, traditionally...
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The Block Australia judge Darren Palmer takes us on a tour of his Bondi Beach...
Home profile Meet and greet: Darren Palmer (interior designer) and Olivier Duvillard (cosmetic industry expert), their teenage son and their two dogs, Frankie and Razzie. The property: Three-level,...
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How to grow a feijoa tree for a plentiful annual harvest
We may not love the end of summer, but with autumn brings the arrival of feijoa season, and there’s always plenty to go around. Those lucky enough to have a feijoa tree on their property seem to...
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Hide away all your gardening tools with the best garden sheds on the market
As all gardeners will come to know, the amount of tools, supplies and equipment tends to accumulate. Whether it be lawnmowers, rakes, hedgeclippers or bags of soil, these much-loved treasures require...
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The best Raglan accommodation for a weekend getaway
Nestled on Aotearoa New Zealand’s rugged west coast, Raglan is the hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and laid-back charm. Known for its world-class surf breaks, this small town...
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Frank Body co-founders list their vine-covered Melbourne home for AU$4.3 million
Frank Body co-founders Bree Johnson and Steve Rowley have put their Victorian-era family home on the market for $3.95 – $4.3 million. The entrepreneurial couple purchased the Melbourne home in 2015...
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À la bibliothèque: Bookcases and book storage for home-library vibes
Whether you’re a GoodReads fiend with an unlimited ‘want to read’ list or just love the cosy look of floor-to-ceiling bookcases, storing and organising your books can be overwhelming. There are so...
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Pretty in pink: Ten inspirational interiors that aren’t Barbiecore
Pink has had somewhat of a renaissance in recent years. Thanks to Margot Robbie and the Barbie movie release in 2023, sales skyrocketed for hot pink ensembles and home decor as we dreamed of our own...
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How to grow your own garlic at home
If there’s anything we can agree on, it’s that garlic is a must-have in the kitchen. From stir-fries to bread, garlic not only adds flavour to our dishes but is also extremely beneficial to our...
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The second winner of the 2025 Resene Weekend Transformation Awards
Kate Kelly advocates for living in a home before making renovation decisions. It’s what helped motivate her first change – a colour refresh on one of her bathroom walls. The room in the 1920s bungalow...
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Artist Jen Sievers shares her creative process and what inspires her most
If you’re a fan of New Zealand art, chances are you’ve already seen Jen Sievers’ abstract landscapes. From Bukit Cinta in Bali to Matauri Bay in Northland, her paintings take you around the globe in...
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That evening glow: The best low, ambient lighting for a cosy vibe
While the days become shorter, ambient lighting becomes a key player in creating a warm, inviting atmosphere in your space. The argument between overhead lights (any light fixture attached to the...
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