Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2017 i Your Home and Garden

I still have fond memories of the kitchen in my first home. At first it made me smile – the leadlight timber casement windows, built-in cabinetry, vege bin and timber panelling typical of art deco bungalows certainly looked charming. There is something about original features that connects with me, and I don’t like the thought of erasing the past. I can live with this, I decided. But after months of making dinner on that tiny benchtop, drawers jamming and sticking, no storage and terrible condensation, I knew the kitchen’s time was up. Original is great, but only if it works. So we renovated the kitchen and I loved the result, which was modern yet sympathetic to the home’s era. That experience got me hooked on kitchen design and I’ve enjoyed…

Auckland illustrator and designer Nellie Ryan has a career that would be the envy of many creative types. Her client list is peppered with famous names including designers Jasper Conran and Kate Sylvester and The Guardian newspaper, she won the 2016 Bolt of Cloth Textile Design award, and has just completed the illustrations for a British children’s book. When not working in her home studio in Point Chevalier, she juggles family life with partner Eban Ardley and their two-year-old son, Lucien. Here we chat with her about some of her favourite jobs and the importance of a good studio space to hone creativity. Do you refer to yourself as a designer or illustrator or both? I see myself as a textile designer and illustrator. But I try not to be…

“I love the ink-coloured backdrop in the lounge as it allowed me to add colour to the rest of the room. The patterned feature walls in the dining area add a wonderful element of fun” Background In November 2015, Nathan and Kelly Coe began a seven-month search for their next family home. Kelly was pregnant and they wanted to find a house that had enough space – inside and out – to cope with the needs of their growing family. They extended their net far and wide in the hope of finding a home with four bedrooms all on one level, and a garden large enough for a playhouse. “We were looking all over Auckland,” explains Kelly. “Nathan and I are both self-employed, our eldest girl had only just…

“We like to create a ‘sensory banquet’ and surround ourselves with beautiful and meaningful things” TIME TO DOWNSIZE These days, life can often feel hectic and overly complicated. Some say the key to a simpler existence is to get rid of all that is unnecessary so you’re left only with what you value, and this is exactly what Kimberley Crisp and Liane Sanderson decided to do two years ago. After 16 happy years in Napier, they sold their large two-storey house and downsized to a tiny cottage 10km away in the small town of Clive. The couple were initially looking at a house in the seaside village of Haumoana, but when that door closed on them another fortuitously opened. Kimberley’s sister heard about the cottage and encouraged them to check…

CAFFEINE HIT Renovating and need coffee quick? Smeg’s gorgeous new coffee machine features similar eye-catching curves to the other members of its Retro small appliance family and is designed to use both pre-filled paper pods and barista-style ground coffee. It’s available in four authentic vintage colours: pastel blue, panna (cream), black and red. Smeg benchtop coffee machine, $649, from kitchenthings.co.nz. Pet project We know how much YH&G readers love their pets, and we also know how stressful a renovation can be on our furry friends. The noise upsets many dogs and cats, and pets often have to be housed elsewhere during renos, causing separation anxiety. When stressed, some dogs will tear houses apart, while cats may increase spraying (urine marking). Adaptil and Feliway are scientifically proven to help with your…

WHITEWASHING WITH RESENE MARKETING MANAGER KAREN WARMAN > Floor type Most solid-wood floors can be whitewashed – it really comes down to the look you are trying to create. If the floor has a nice wood grain then whitewashing is a good option as you will still be able to see the grain when it’s finished. > Prep and planning Resene Colorwood Whitewash or Greywash may be applied over an existing clear-finished floor without the need to strip back to bare timber. These products have the tinter in them so you don’t need a separate staining coat as you do with blonding, so the process is much quicker (especially as there is no sanding either). > Timeframe An average-sized room could be done and dry in a day. > Cost…

The word ‘art’ is a broad label for creative expression in a visual form and can mean a variety of things to different people. For most, selecting art is based on personal taste and the emotional response it provokes, while for some it is more about making a financial investment. Over the past few years we have seen a vast array of prints in diverse styles hit the market, from quotes, typography and cartoons, to pop art, poster art and fine art. Recently, photographic prints of luscious flowers, beach scenes and foliage seem to be trending. This is good news for art lovers as prints have made buying something to decorate your walls more attainable, compared to the cost of original works of art. Simply choose a standard-sized frame to…

Dear Alex We need affordable art to cover our barren rental-property walls. I know this is an open brief as you don’t know our style, but we love your taste and are hoping you can point us in the right direction. Briana and Dunc, Auckland I’m pleased to report that you have some excellent and affordable art options available from very clever local and overseas talent. Here are some of my tips for bringing affordable art into your home: Buy the print > Splashing out on the real thing may not be in your current budget or headspace, so we thank those clever artists who make their works into more affordable art prints. These can vary in price depending on the material the artist chooses to print on and whether…

Native to southwestern Greece and the Mediterranean, stock is famous for its strong, sweet scent. Available in various colours, stock comes as a standard head (pictured) or spray variety. Stock is a versatile flower that can be used as a filler or en masse along with a single type of foliage to create a standout feature. When choosing the cut stems, look for heads with the most unopened buds to get the best value. Vase life is typically 5-7 days; change water daily and keep out of direct sun.…

As a rather opinionated and passionate stylist I’m forever harping on about the crossover between fashion and interiors, art and food. I find it fascinating how our culture constantly feeds into and inspires the work of creatives working in a host of mediums. For fun, I’ve based this collection of seasonal recipes on depictions of food in art – from 19th-century still lifes of fruit and fish to Andy Warhol’s comment on modern consumerism using cans of Campbell’s soup. JOHN FREDERICK PETO LEMONY BURNT BUTTER CAKE SERVES 10-12 Sometimes a desire arises for a basic, uncomplicated cake just like the delicious-looking wedge in John Frederick Peto’s 1890 still life (previous page). Buttery and rather plain with a dusting of icing sugar, this cake fits the bill. Although unpretentious in looks,…

LUXE METALS Change up your cool chrome kitchen with a warmer mix of rosy copper and brass in polished and brushed finishes STONE WORKS The sheer variety of colour and texture in stone makes it hard to choose just one – but luckily you don’t have to. Modernise this ancient material with a mix of terrazzo, marble and granite in pale shades RUSTIC MEDITERRANEAN Channel the age-old cooking cultures of Greece and Italy whether you’re cooking a family feast or a piece of toast. Linens, handmade ceramics, rustic wood and earthy hues make this look BLACK ON BLACK This minimalist approach makes a stark statement and is a moody alternative to the all-white kitchen. Sleek, ultra-simple forms in matte finishes create a tactile, sculptural quality WHITE AND WOOD This simple,…

Mid-century vibes Design process The project This new-build was designed by kitchen designer Toni Roberts for her own family, with the kitchen doubling as a showroom for her business. What was your creative process? Toni: I started with my usual process of interviewing the client – in this case my husband, Ken, who loves to create new and delicious meals in the kitchen. The layout (with my design assistant Julie Jenkins’ design input) was presented to the family for discussion and refinement. Together we organised the spaces and fittings, then decided on our priorities based on the value they added alongside their visual appeal. What style were you going for? The kitchen’s walnut veneer features pay homage to the mid-century modern aesthetic of the home’s architecture. The gold-leaf light and…

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PLACEMATS Update some plain placemats by simply cutting the back pockets off a pair of old jeans and sewing them on to create cute cutlery holders. KEY RING Find a scrap of old denim and cut out 2 identical shapes of your choice; we chose a heart measuring 12cm long by 12cm wide. Place shapes on top of one another, right sides out. Cut off a belt loop from an old pair of jeans and insert between fabric pieces at the point where you want to attach your keys, leaving the loop protruding. Sew around shape and attach key ring to loop. HEART CUSHION Cut the inner leg seam of a pair of jeans all the way down. Open up the leg so the outside seam is in the middle.…

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Abstract  1 Wave study #9, $59, from Endemic World. 2 Dark Silhouette, from $29, from Simply Creative. 3 Marisa framed painting, $399, from Freedom. 4 Gustav Grey framed print, $239, from Shut The Front Door. 5 Ease round gloss canvas, $320, from Crave Home. 6 Terrazzo, $229, from Me & My Trend. 7 Formantics Spicy Mustard print, $59, from The Clever Design Store. 8 Garden of Enid III by Maggi McDonald, $39, from Pop Motif. NATURE 1 Dani Cross White Beauty, AU$190, from Daniellex.com. 2 Lemon Citrus print, $86, from Father Rabbit. 3 Limited-edition Country Roses framed print, $2850, from helenbankers.com. 4 Chrysanthemum pacificum by Virginia Woods-Jack, $1300, from The Poi Room. 5 Blacklist print, $369, from Freedom. 6 Botanical Night III by Kimmy Hogan, $249, from Tea Pea. 7…

When Chris and Natalie Norman decided to build a modern new home for themselves and their two daughters, they were presented with an almost impossible choice. “Initially we had two main ideas,” says Natalie. “A two-storey house that opened up great views of reserve land to the north, or a single-storey house that offered better connection to the land.” Their Wanaka property, in the suburb of Albert Town, is blessed with glorious views across to Mount Iron and Cardrona Valley as far as the Minaret and Remarkables ranges, which made option one seem like the obvious choice. But equally, the family’s love of the outdoors and of being connected to their environment made option two look like a no-brainer. “In the end, we favoured the second option because we spend…

HONESTY BOX + What would you never do again? Kimberley: Be so generous to our own detriment. We agreed to a short settlement to help the buyers of our Napier house, but when our move-in date fell through we were homeless for six weeks with a very sick dog. Thank goodness for our gorgeous friend Helen who opened her heart and home and took us all in. + What advice do you have for others renovating? Get professionals where it really counts and don’t ever begrudge paying them. We believe good tradies are worth their weight in gold. Have a generous spirit and they will happily come back. + What would you change about your home if you could? The exit to our beautiful back garden is through the bathroom.…

PROBLEM The house was cold and draughty. The central heating system was expensive to run and didn’t do a great job. In winter, the owners still had to put electric heaters in the kids’ bedrooms. There was one huge bathroom with a dated corner spa bath but no ensuite for the main bedroom. Condensation formed on windows on really cold mornings. SOLUTION Underfloor heating was installed in the back extension. It emits a lovely, constant heat and the winter heating bills have been halved. The old bathroom was turned into a kid’s bedroom, and the bedroom opposite was converted into two bathrooms – an ensuite and a main bathroom. The installation of a ventilation system (HEX390 by Smooth-Air), with a ceiling vent in each room, fixed the condensation issue. THE…

ARRAY OF LIGHT Lighter floors are trending and the good news is, if you don’t have natural wooden floorboards, the look can be replicated with carpet, laminate, tiles or vinyl. NORDIC INFLUENCE The advent of lighter-coloured flooring has sprung from the interior world’s love of all things Scandi. This pared-back, simple style is characterised by beautiful, clean-lined furniture, and a soft neutral scheme often comprising just a single colour in different strengths, with pale wooden flooring forming a key element of the palette. This soothing backdrop is warmed by wood and natural textures in the decor to create a soothing, stylish and contemporary look. MODERN LIVING Flooring has a big impact on the eye, whether in a small or large space. A dark floor grounds a room, giving it a…

TOP TIPS > Change the colour on the shelves by giving them a good sand and a few coats of spray paint in a colour of your choosing. Just make sure you do this before attaching the wooden rails. > There are multiple uses for the rails; you could use them as cling film or tinfoil dispensers. > The shelves would be useful in a bathroom as well as a kitchen. Hang them under a mirror or by the vanity to serve as a hand towel rail. PLANT HERBS IN THE POTS PROVIDED, OR JUST USE THE SHELF FOR KITCHEN ACCESSORIES. STEP 1 First make the vertical pieces which will hold the rail (the rail holders). Measure and cut 4 pieces of pine, each 65mm x 120mm. STEP 2 Create…

+ There’s nothing like a little garden work-out for vanquishing winter doldrums. Top up mulches (to 10cm) and pull out or hoe weeds in garden beds, shell paths and bark areas. Leave them too long and they’ll be harder to remove. While you’ve got gumboots on, grab a stiff broom and scrub slippery mosses and moulds off shady paths. Hose off residue. There are plenty of non-toxic mould removers available or you can make your own. + Groom native grasses by raking through tufts with your fingers to remove old foliage. Wear gloves for sharp-leaved varieties. Dig up and divide overgrown clumps. + Set the lawnmower blades to high when you give lawns their first cut of the season (once frosts are past) and reduce the height gradually for successive…

Larger than life Large indoor plants or trees – such as this Spathiphyllum ‘Sensation’ (on left) and fiddle-leaf fig – make a statement with their unexpected proportions. They can be used to split an open layout into two zones or hide an unattractive feature. Positioning a large plant near a mirror will amplify its effect. Pictured in the background, trailing Scindapsus Pictus draws the eye upwards, making the most of this tall space. Create contrast ’ Plants don t need to be large or expensive to make a statement. By choosing foliage that contrasts with your decor you can create an effective focal point. Positioning a plant with bright green foliage in a neutral space, for example, makes a plant stand out, such as the baby’s tears (Soleirolia soleirolii) in…

The sense of grandeur and space in these kitchens made the three judges’ jaws drop. Each kitchen was luxurious yet highly individual and showcased the different styles of the teams, from Hollywood glamour to industrial deco. These kitchens and dining areas really put the heart into apartments designed for the most committed entertainers and home chefs. From pops of colour on cabinetry to vast Caesarstone benchtops, there’s plenty of inspiration for modern kitchen design in these five rooms. COUPLE ONE KARLIE & WILL Karlie and Will cooked up a treat with this sleek and glamorous kitchen. It earned them a perfect score, but they had to share the moment with Dan and Carleen and their classic cook’s zone. Shaynna ladled out praise for Karlie and Will. “This is one of…

Majorelle, the latest collection of fabric designed by Catherine Martin for Mokum, is inspired in part by the Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech. This beautiful botanical garden was created by artist Jacques Majorelle and restored by designer Yves Saint Laurent and his former partner Pierre Bergé. The luxurious prints and textures in the Majorelle range include ‘Leopardo’ a glamorous leopard print, and ‘Metallique’ a bold metallic drapery, both pictured here. See more at mokumtextiles.com.…

Top trends > Smoky glass Blown-glass lightshades with smoky tints of grey, black and brown provide a soft light as well as bringing a tactile, handmade quality to a room. > Woven textures such as bamboo or rattan, or blond wood, bring a more casual, natural vibe to your space and will suit a coastal home or bach especially well. > Burnished metallics are big right now, whether in brass, copper or gold. These luxe textures will supply a bold hit of warmth and help to maximise the light bouncing around a room. > Coloured shades in blush tones and matte textures give a soft, feminine feel to a space and particularly suit bedrooms and bathrooms.…

“It has a nice, light fragrance, it absorbed quickly and left my skin feeling soft and moisturised” * Vivienne from Dunedin “The packaging made this product seem more luxurious” * Robin from Auckland A luxurious addition to any beauty routine, Palmolive Oil Infusions Body Moisturiser leaves your skin smooth, hydrated and lightly fragranced. In a recent product test, New Zealand women who tried Palmolive Oil Infusions Body Moisturiser loved the uplifting fragrances and the non-greasy formula. In fact, 92% agreed they would recommend it to family and friends!* The moisturisers are enriched with an infusion of essential oils and botanical extracts, all enveloped in an affordable and luxurious-looking apothecary-style brown bottle. Sheila from Auckland said, “I liked the packaging of…

HONESTY BOX + Would you change anything if you could? Natalie: We made the mistake of economising on the heat-recovery ventilation system. At the time we built, there were limited options and we went for the $5000 system rather than the $12,000 option. The system is functional but it does not have the same level of user-friendly control that newer systems now offer. CONTACTS + Kia Kaha Building Company: Kingspan ‘Tek’ structural insulated panel (SIP) wall panels; kiakahaconstruction.virb.com + Design Windows: APL Residential Thermal Heart aluminium windows and external doors; designwindows.co.nz + Dryden Wood Oil: Non-film-forming oil, which we used over the Nelson redwood cladding; dryden.co.nz + Forever Beech: 20mm American Oak laminated timber flooring in a natural oil finish (great for ease of maintenance); foreverbeech.co.nz + Flooring Xtra: Cavalier…

BUDGET What areas of your home did you splurge on? We definitely splurged on the white linen curtains from Allium Interiors in Newmarket. We think they soften the look of the concrete floors. What did you save on? We really hunted around for the right carpet for the kids’ rooms. We had our hearts set on a 100 percent wool style from Cavalier Bremworth and ended up getting it a third cheaper by doing some bargain hunting. We also didn’t go over the top with the spend on our kitchen but we think it’s practical and it works. In the bathrooms, we kept costs down by keeping the original wooden floorboards rather than tiling. We also chose big tiles instead of small ones in the shower and bath areas. Do…

You can use beach-themed art prints on the wall, or frame a few favourite summer snaps to make this scheme more personal. Get that summer feeling all year round with this seaside-inspired bedroom. Gelato-coloured furnishings stand out against the neutral walls and evoke the fun and colour of summer for any beach-loving kid. Not only does this room have a relaxed vibe, it has been created on a budget. If you are looking to make some changes in your child’s room and don’t want to spend the earth, search on Trade Me or in your local charity shops for some secondhand finds. We scored the headboards, bookshelf and bedside cabinet all for $80. A new coat of pastel paint from Resene freshened up the slightly shabby cane furniture and drawers…

This room reveal is all about relaxation and features perhaps the most casual styling I’ve ever done. Inspired by the ‘Palm Road’ art print, which evokes the emptiness and stripped-back beauty of an arid landscape, I immediately imagined a perfect setting of soft, earthy neutrals and natural textures – perhaps in a quiet corner of a lounge or bedroom – in which to unwind and mentally recharge. This room transports me to an idyllic vacation spot with a light breeze flowing in through the window and a view out to distant rocky mountain ranges or a desertscape of agaves and prickly pear. I would love to have a personal retreat like this as a respite from the noise and mess of family life. I love this neutral colour scheme, with…

After living in old villas and character homes for many years, Taranaki-based landscape designer Chris Paul and his partner, Kevin Wensor, decided it was time for a change. Five years ago they moved into a newly completed spec home in New Plymouth with their adored pets, Evie the chocolate Labrador and Miss Charlie the tabby cat. Their reasons were twofold: a desire to live in a low-maintenance home and a dream of creating a garden that would showcase Chris’ talent for landscape design. SITE Chris couldn’t have picked a more challenging project. The site was large, very steep and, although sunny, was covered in weeds of every description. “There was one Meyer lemon tree which was a great producer, but not much else apart from onion weed, woolly nightshade, tradescantia…

Unless your thumbs are the deepest of forest greens, not many of us like to spend hours weeding and maintaining our gardens. Yet we all know how good we feel when surrounded by plants rather than metres of concrete with just one sad-looking yucca in the corner. The answer to this dilemma is to be a little more savvy with what we grow and how we manage our gardens. Follow these 10 tips to make your garden easier to care for and gentler on the environment as well. 1 KNOW YOUR SITE By learning as much as possible about the weather conditions, sun exposure and soil type of your garden you’ll be able to choose plants that will happily grow there without needing to be cosseted. Clever gardeners grow shade-loving…

COLOUR MY WORLD PAGE 40 KITCHEN Walls throughout in Resene ‘Alabaster’; brass cabinetry custom-made using sheets imported from Sydney; tapware from Waterware; pendant lights from Murano Plus; splashback custom-made using glass from NZ Glass; bar stools from Hunter Furniture; pink glasses from Freedom; artwork from Republic Home; plant stand from Kmart. FAMILY ROOM Ceiling in Resene ‘All Black’; pouf and rug from Aladdin Rugs; sofa and cushions from Hunter Furniture; chandelier from Murano Plus; fireplace surround custom-made; blue chair from Miss Lolo; macramé hanger from Shut The Front Door; coffee and side tables from Republic Home. STAIRS AND HALLWAY ‘Roald Dahl’ quote custom-made by Total Sign Solutions; plant stand and gold planter from Kmart; botanical wallpaper from Resene; table from Republic Home; ‘Oh My’ print from Etsy; mirror from Rapt.…