Home Trends Vol. 25/3 NZ2503 Share Tweet Help Facebook Tweet Help Outdoor Living Design delivered Close indoor and outdoor connections and three design schemes to choose from make these transportable homes the pick for any site Solid history It's easy to make the most of your indoor and outdoor living spaces with made-to-measure timber doors and windows from Dando Out of the ordinary Every concrete pool built by Frontier Pools reflects an individualised design approach Suburban oasis Creating a lush tropical setting in your own back yard is easy when all the hard work has already been done Great outdoors New Zealand is blessed with a clean, green environment strong, colourful play equipment from Adams Engineering allows your family to enjoy it Healthy exercise Therapeutic and hygienic, the new MagnaPool system is an eco-friendly alternative Back to nature A soothing waterfall, native plants and Grey Edgestone schist define this landscape Let's wrap it up Integral to the design of a new home, this pool frames one side of the home and provides a visual connection to the river beyond In the lap of luxury Encircled by lush greenery, this inviting poolscape is further enhanced by Haddonstone pavers from the Jagas Paving Platinum range Social advantage For chic barbecues that combine the versatility of indoor appliances with a dramatic presence, consider the latest entertaining ideas from Electrolux Sharp focus A triangle corner, sheer descent waterfall and bright blue interior enliven this new pool from Mayfair Pools Quick and easy warmth With piezo ignition and variable flame control, it's easy to operate any of the outdoor fires available from Real Fires Colours of the seaside From watery blues and coral pinks to soft sandy hues, it's easy to choose Resene paint colours to complement the setting of your holiday home Memory bank Large banks of hardy plants evoke the informality of this colonial homestead's original garden At your fingertips Everyone needs inspiration even designers. Trends Home Series books are an invaluable resource for all your new home and outdoor living projects Centre of attention This linear pool and spa forms a focal point for the seaside home that shelters it Watertight option This show home features the latest plumbing, solar and gas technologies, sourced and installed by a registered craftsman plumber Waving a qualified wand With professional skills and expertise in home building, this 1970s house was extensively rebuilt by a Certified Builder to suit a modern lifestyle Cool haven This roof terrace sits atop a conservation home's extension, providing a welcome retreat in the middle of a busy city Pocket paradise This garden design makes the most of its shady location and subtropical microclimate to create an outdoor conservatory Coastal splendour With a harbour on three sides, and an avocado orchard on the other, this property has its own microclimate one that is well suited to a lush green landscape Flowing features Curving lines and the relaxing play of water are features of this project by Pool Resources Midas touch Good landscaping substantially increases a home's value. This resort-style garden was designed by national landscaping awards judge Robin Shafer More Ship to shore This waterfront holiday home reflects its picturesque native bush setting and its boat-only access Pacific flavour From its bure-style roof and lanai to its wood shutters and exposed beams, this beach house echoes the simplicity of many tropical resorts Camping update The design of this beach house, with its separate, externally accessed living and sleeping quarters, alludes to the old-style New Zealand camping holiday We know the Specialists Latest Book More Books > Trends 40-10 A selection of this month's top homes, kitchens, bathrooms and more Read More Recommended Business Partners Latest Award More > Verdant retreat Similar Stories
