Giving nature, design & curiosity the freedom to recreate our humanity
Sustainability is more than just a buzzword these days: it affects public policy, supermarket norms, marketing campaigns and innovation. It’s probably harder to think of industries where this agenda hasn’t impacted the culture in a big way. One gap I have seen in the New Zealand interior design industry recently is related to the ethos […]
Feeling in need of some wintry cheer for your interiors? Check out these gorgeous frosty-weather inspired products to inject a little excitement into your home. Last week I had the privilege of attending the C.C. Interiors product viewing. I’ve specified their product before for residential & commercial clients, and saw first hand their accessories & […]
The Holidays are a fun time of year: delicious food, workplace socials, gift giving, decorating our homes. The aftermath of the festivities can be overwhelming, including increased piles of rubbish and recycling on Boxing day. Whether you hire cleaners to get rid of the excess waste, buy extra pre-paid bags or take an expensive trip […]
The details of drapes can be overwhelming, not to mention all the other window treatment solutions for your home. If you’re no-fuss and want a clean-lined, architectural look, join many who have ditched the drapes for fully automated roller blinds. Or if your home is out the wilderness and in solitude, with incredible views of […]
Living in the Southern Hemisphere comes with the strange sense that our seasons are back-to-front compared to the rest of the world. We listen to “White Christmas” and “Winter Wonderland” while firing up the barbeque in the warm, summer afternoons in December. It’s all fun and games until winter sets in around May, we quickly […]
The minimalistic aesthetic of black, white and blonde timber has swept through the international interior design world at an incredible pace. This look finds its roots in modern Scandinavian design, as well as Japanese and mid-century design theories. In my previous blog, Honest Interiors, I discuss the benefits of this aesthetic, yet how fast interior fashion […]
Knowing what you love is problematic in a world with endless options and seemingly less and less thinking time. In my blog Honest Interiors, I posted about why it’s crucial to your home interiors to focus on your own tastes rather than what’s popular at the moment. In a quick summary, sticking with a personal […]
Imaginative: Artisan 2017 Textile Designer Event James Dunlop Textiles hosted an exclusive event to showcase brand-new collections by their European textile brands on 26 May at Hagley Oval Pavilion. Local New Zealand furniture manufacturer’s David Shaw, Kovacs, Montreux & Profile Furniture paired up with James Dunlop’s European brands to exhibit the synergy between local and international brands. I was only able […]
In May, Atelier Textiles NZ hosted events across New Zealand to showcase this seasons new fabric ranges from their suppliers. In Christchurch designers gathered at Mainland Design Centre to attend the viewing of the four fabric houses Jim Thompson, Rubelli, Manuel Canovas & Pierre Frey. These European emblems are considered the editors of textile fashion, […]
Nesting Folk 