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Issue 43 Cover Home Sneak Peek

homestyle — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 05:50:53 +0000

If you're as excited about colour in interiors as we are then you're going to love our August/September issue which is on sale this week. Not only have we pulled together a selection of ideas for decorating with colour, but we bring you some colourful homes as well. For our cover feature this issue we were lucky enough to visit the home of self confessed 'colourholic' and super talented interior designer Alex Fulton. She has recently updated her families home with a lick of paint, reupholstered furniture and the addition of pieces to her ongoing collection of quirky homewares and artworks. Below is a sneak peek inside her families home. And Alex's blog will quickly become your go-to source for interior tips and witty quips. Click here to read. And pick up the...

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Rugging Up

Alice - Art Director — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 01:10:24 +0000

There's nothing quite like Friday nights in with a glass a of red and a good DVD when our winter weather is getting the better of you, especially with all the recent storms and snowfalls across the country! The above are our favourite rugs and throws for snuggling up on the couch. [ ON CHAIR Red Knit Lincoln Throw, Brown Mohair Knee Rug, Inka Knit Throw in Honey, Chinchilla Fur Throw, ON LADDER Aspen Throw, Hand Knit Throw, Inka Knit Throw Olive, IN BASKET Wool Bird Cushion, Bobble Knit Cushion, Harlie Cushion, Aran Throw, Willow Storage Baskets, Napoleon III Armchair and Painters Ladder.] And to keep your tootsies toasty warm at night, here are our three favourite hot water bottle co [Zippitydoodah Vintage Owl, Thierry, Pukeko]

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Bastille Day

Alice - Art Director — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 04:50:09 +0000

In our current issue we worked with La Cigale - home of the French farmers market in Parnell - to come up with a range of dishes to celebrate Bastille Day. And now that it is upon us we wanted to share a couple more of the recipes with you here. [ABOVE From fresh breads and pasteries to their famous rotisserie chicken La Cigale is a one stop shop for French foodie essentials, especially on the weekend when they hold their French style farmers market] Beef Bourguignon Our favourite French winter dish! Serves 4 250 g sliced bacon 4 tbsp olive oil 1 Kg lean stew beef, cut into 2 inch cubes 2 cubed carrots 1 medium diced onion salt and pepper 2 tbsp flour 1 L dry, full-bodied red wine 4 cups beef stock 1 tbsp tomato...

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International Mural Art

Lucinda - Editor — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 03:36:53 +0000

While browsing online recently I came across these amazing murals by Crono - a Portugese Urban Art project. The intention is to pair some of the best street artists with beautiful abandoned building in Lisbon, to bring an artistic and ever-changing feel to the city. "The city as a living organism which is built and created in a spontaneous, natural and free way. It is within these dynamics that over four stages, which correspond to the four seasons of the year, several commissioned paintings, with an urban impact will be carried out. A selection of internationally renowned artists will be invited to develop artworks alongside Portuguese artists and local communities in a process of ‘urban curatorship’," share those behind the Crono...

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First Light House - The End Result

homestyle — Wed, 08 Jun 2011 00:33:24 +0000

After submitting a design during a special elective course at the school of Architecture and Design in 2010, four students found themselves entering the U.S Department of Energy Solar Decathlon and representing New Zealand architecture off-shore. A year later we bring you the stunning finished result! The house utilises simple strategies to minimise energy consumption and maximise solar energy, including PV polycrystalline panels and solar water heating panels on the roof of the house, energy efficient appliances, an intuitive home energy monitoring system and thick wool insulation. Below is an extended version of the Q&A column with the designers, which appeared in our 2010 Aug/Sept issue. What had to be included in the final...

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Q&A With Nathan Goldsworthy

homestyle — Tue, 31 May 2011 22:48:28 +0000

In our current June/July issue of the magazine we spoke to talented furniture designer Nathan Goldsworthy about what New Zealand made and sustainable design means to him. We continue the interview here. Does the theme of sustainability translate into your process? First I need to define sustainability in this context, these are some of the factors… - the projected useful lifetime of the product - the material source, and efficiency of its use - the processes used to manufacture the finished product - the desirability of a product These factors are a major part of my design process and always have been; at least to the extent that they have been understood. Nathan's most recent design is the Adjutant Desk which is held...

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Erupt Prints

Alice - Art Director — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:25:39 +0000

The clever team at Erupt Prints are at it again, with their latest design using a custom typeface inspired by Maori patterns to depict the title from well known Kiwi folksong - Haere Mai (everything is ka pai). I especially love the use of gold metallic ink, classy stuff! Having featured their 'Ma Is White' print in the magazine, we love the way Erupt Prints are taking common Kiwi song lyrics and turning them into visual art. They also design a range of works for the nursery and these super cute height charts for kids. Check out the rest of their designs here.

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Inside Our June/July Cover Home

homestyle — Thu, 26 May 2011 04:27:55 +0000

After years of traveling and living abroad Ed and Sian Leigh found their personal sanctuary in a former bach on the North Shore, Auckland. Industrial furnishings combine with personal treasures to create a personality filled home, which provided the perfect backdrop for our renovation showcase issue. Discover their story, and more real and affordable renovations in our June/July issue on sale Monday 30 May. Our renovation showcase is not to be missed! From eco-renovations, to family homes, to garden transformations there is something for every style and budget. PLUS for those of you not wanting to renovate the whole house check out our windows and walls feature which includes 10 top tips for updating your home with curtains and wallpaper. On sale...

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Craft Mania - HANDMADE Q&A

homestyle — Wed, 25 May 2011 03:19:05 +0000

Taking place over Queens Birthday weekend in Wellington is craft symposium HANDMADE. We talk to creator Melanie Walker, and her colleagues about the upcoming event. Where did the idea come from? The concept started simply with the name of the event in the hairdressers chair and comes from an observation of the resurgence of craft. It also comes from a growing appreciation for handmade things and a move away from things that are mass produced as we see consumers looking for that unique item for their home or an original gift for a friend. Applying our years of event management experience, at Avenues Event Management, to an event about something as wonderful as all things handmade, has been really satisfying. What is it all about? HANDMADE celebrates all...

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Affordable Art

Lucinda - Editor — Tue, 17 May 2011 22:31:06 +0000

Prior to living in Auckland, Seed Gallery was on my list of must-dos when visiting the City of Sails, so imagine my delight that I can now attend their exhibitions in person rather than simply viewing them online. The talented ladies running the show, Emma and Kate, are constantly coming up with innovative, interesting and affordable exhibition ideas, and their latest is a must-see. In Box, is a showcase of beautiful limited edition prints which are available for a limited time as a set, at an affordable price. Featuring prints from such Kiwi artists as Rebecca Thomson, Tracey Black, John Pusateri and more, you can purchase a set of three for only $750! "The exhibition is a unique opportunity to launch or boost personal art collections," shares Seed director, Emma...

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