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Bidets – a better idea than you might think
Here are 10 good reasons to consider a bidet, together with what to look out for when choosing one
This seaside kitchen is a lesson in class and functionality
This elegant Hamptons style kitchen includes a wealth of detailing and downplayed functionality
From 1.5 bedroom cottage to light-filled home for a family of 6
This cottage was transformed into a modern beach house with a sophisticated interplay of natural materials and considered volumetric arrangement
5 easy tips for removing common carpet stains
It’s almost inevitable that a carpet will get stained at some point. No matter how careful you are, it only takes one spilt drink or accident from your pet to cause an unsightly stain. Fortunat...
To the Castle! A 1920s California villa transformed
This dramatic home has been transformed by design duo Cortney & Robert Novogratz – collectively The Novogratz. Here they also share some effective interior design shortcuts that informe...
Workers cottage transformed into light-filled living space
What started as a simple renovation of a workers cottage turned into a substantial, multi-year project. The results are impressive
Consumer NZ – why induction trumps gas
Cooking with gas rightly has its fans but things could potentially change in New Zealand given natural gas' impact on global warming, says Consumer NZ, and switching to comparable induction cooking mig...
This bathroom is a celebration of wood and stone
A cantilevered vanity, freestanding tub and large format tiles give this master bathroom a spacious feel
Designer interior above the clouds
Designing in the clouds – this 418m² apartment on Manhattan's Billionaire's Row looks down on Central Park. The lavish interior design includes artworks, many bespoke, by celebrated artists together with ex...
In this kitchen, brass and wood take centre stage
This minimalist, natural look kitchen includes a sculptural island, a feature brass rangehood cover and a large, light-filled scullery directly behind
Recreate holidays at home
A welcoming street presence, functional layout and flowing indoor-outdoor spaces makes this resort-like G.J. Gardner showhome perfect for those who want to recreate the feeling of being on holiday at home
5 reasons your lawn doesn't look the way you want it to
We all want a great looking garden for the family to enjoy over summer – but often pay no attention to the lawn until it's too late. Here are the five most common lawn problems you ...