Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2019 i Your Home and Garden

PROJECT NURSERY This issue is all about getting cosy for winter, but there’s a slightly different kind of nesting going on at my place with our first baby due in August. Curtains and carpet have been installed to make sure the house is as warm as an old 1950s girl can be, and our spare room is slowly transforming from dumping ground to nursery. We don’t know our baby’s gender but there will be plenty of colour – I’m thinking dusty blues, mustards and pinks to cover all bases. Here’s a collection of things I’ve got my eye on… facebook.com/yourhomegarden instagram @yourhomeandgarden e: yhg@bauermedia.co.nz pinterest.com/yourhomegarden SHOW US YOUR RENOS! If you’ve recently finished a renovation (big or small), we’d love to hear from you – and you could win $10,000…

THE CULTURE BOX CHALLENGE Whether it’s a trip into the wilderness or a trip into your imagination, Subaru wants to show Kiwi families your next adventure is only a car ride away. To celebrate this, they’ve created a series of themed Fun Box challenges for a selection of Kiwi families. This challenge sees the Flynn family capture the magic of one of the true classics of children’s literature, but this time it’s set in the heart of New Zealand wilderness – no better place to find out Where The Wild Things Are. MEET THE FLYNNS Carly Flynn, 41 (well-known Kiwi journalist and television personality), hubby Dave, 42 (cameraman), and their three adventurous kids Tilly, Jude and Freddie, are all on board for The Culture Box Challenge. “Watching our kids lose…

1 CONSENT AND FINANCE The all-important leg-work of figuring out what’s possible, sizing up a budget and deciding to take the plunge! 2 DESIGN AND PLANNING The couple get their dreams on paper and put a team together to make them happen 3 BUILD START Ready, steady, go! Site clearance, foundations, sub-floor, framing and the roof shout 4 BUILD MIDWAY The build is taking shape. Cladding, joinery, insulation and wall linings, plastering and painting 5 FITTINGS AND INSTALLATION Tradies descend on the home to install flooring, appliances, bathroomware and the custom kitchen 6 FURNISHINGS AND TECH The fun part! Window treatments, furniture and personal touches make a house feel like a home…

KIRSTY’S TIPS + Get a landscaping company involved early. We didn’t, despite being told it was a good idea. + There really are 50 shades of grey! At times the choices felt overwhelming, but now we’re in our home, we never long for the ‘other tap’ or the different shade of grey. + Having an interior designer to bounce ideas off is great; they can help with all the choices and get you good deals on pricing. + Spend time going over your electrical plan. Our electrician was awesome and we have power and USB sockets in all the right places. It makes a huge difference. + Don’t be afraid to make a change down the track if you have to. Our skylights were a late addition and our architectural…

Ply in the sky Open shelves in the kitchen were once a big no-no, but nowadays they’re seen as a great way to display beautiful ceramics, jars of food staples and favourite nick-nacks. Removing old cabinetry and replacing it with an open shelf is a fast and affordable way to instantly modernise a kitchen, and this is exactly what Jade and Lyndon McNab did when renovating a former school principal’s cottage in South Otago. Turn the page to see how they used a few simple strategies to bring the run-down old home back up to date.…

HONESTY BOX + Best lessons learned? Jade: Offer to clean up for tradies, as it saves a lot of money. Add a hardener to paint in busy rooms. Paint everything white – it hides the imperfections in old buildings. + DIY disasters? All the plants we planted in the garden were killed by the easterly storms! It took a bit of time to figure out what grows well so close to the ocean – natives are always a winner. TIP BOX + To keep costs down we shopped secondhand and kept an eye on Trade Me for signature pieces. We combined these with items found at Kmart and The Warehouse to create a mix that was ‘us’. + Keeping the walls white made the rooms brighter and meant we could…

Vessel mania We talk a lot about texture here at YH&G and it can be easy to assume that ‘texture’ simply means soft furnishings such as cushions and rugs. But texture can also extend to hard objects such as vessels, and a simple vase update can work wonders. We love this white Genette ceramic vase from A&C Homestore for its matte surface, artisanal feel and soft white tone. Find more ideas for textural updates in our workshop on page 110.…

The real estate ad may as well have read: “1960s home for sale in Swanson, Auckland; only one previous owner. Two bedrooms, six types of mismatched flooring and lashings of yellow, beige and brown. Not one straight wall but solid kitchen and bathroom. Outdated but will make a great family home if new owners have imagination and a strong work ethic.” Enter Aimee Fleur and Reece Young, looking for their first home and armed with the required vision to turn the little brick house around. What they didn’t quite envisage, though, was that it would take them a decade to complete – and in the meantime, the house would see them through a wedding and the arrival of two daughters. What they did see was a blank canvas in a…

PLATTERS ARE AN ART. HERE’S THE RUNDOWN. + HOSTING NOTE Set a calm, stress-free tone to the evening by eliminating the stuffiness of entertaining. Ditch the table settings, reject the expectation of spending hours in the kitchen, and have fun with your food instead – encourage guests to eat with their hands by using bite-sized nibbles, and offer an array of options that can be mixed to every taste. + SUBTLE STYLING Any good cook knows that sometimes, less is more. The same concept can be applied to plattering: let minimalism pave the way and allow every flavour to shine. Create a light-hearted ambience by mismatching rustic napkins and wooden chopping boards with sleek marble and polished cheese knives. Pick a colour palette and stick to it, so no matter…

1 At ease You can’t beat raised vegetable beds for convenience. They’re much easier on your back than in-ground beds and their elevated height means weeds won’t spread so quickly from lawns and other areas. You can also build them anywhere, even over existing concrete, and they’re ideal for sloping sites. If you’re a newbie gardener, they’re more manageable than in-ground beds because you don’t have to worry about testing the pH or improving the quality of your existing soil. Just fill your raised bed with the good stuff that’s specially mixed for growing veges, which you can buy at any garden centre or landscape supply company. 2 Better crops Raised beds are a great way to improve productivity in the vege patch as your crops will benefit from growing…

TOP POSTS THIS MONTH ON FACEBOOK.COM/YOURHOMEGARDEN How to make a stunning, simple dried floral arrangement TRENDING ON HOMESTOLOVE.CO.NZ Erena Te Paa takes us inside her breezy Hamilton Airbnb INSTAGRAM ACCOUNTS WE’RE LOVING PET OF THE MONTH Cleo is a mysterious moggie – the Young family used to call her their ‘part-time cat’ as she was in the habit of coming and going as she pleased at their Swanson home (page 116). The family have since moved on but we’re sure Cleo still roams the wilds of West Auckland! E:NEWSLETTER Sign up to our newsletter and get a weekly dose of inspiration straight to your inbox! Visit yourhomeandgarden.co.nz/signup. INSTAGRAM We love seeing images from our #yourhomeandgarden community. @yourhomeandgarden…

SAVE 1 SAVE Jug, $26, from Father Rabbit. 2 SAVE Tumbler, $14, from Good Girl Ceramics. 3 SAVE Rose tint mug, $9.99, from Briscoes. 4 SAVE Tierra Cuddle mug, $9.95, from Freedom. 5 SAVE Speckle mug, $17.99, from Trade Aid. 6 SAVE Dimpled mug, $3, from Kmart. Jute coaster, $2.99, from Trade Aid. Cork coaster, $2, from Kmart. Linen-look tablecloth, $12, and linen-look napkin, $2, from Kmart. SPLURGE 1 SPLURGE Cila jug, $39.90, from Citta. 2 SPLURGE Unglazed coffee cup by Rachel Carter, $38, from Kaolin. 3 SPLURGE Wood-fired mug by Duncan Shearer, $48, from Kaolin. 4 SPLURGE Carousel mug, $49.99, from A&C Homestore. 5 SPLURGE Renée Boyd stoneware tumbler, $32, from Paper Plane. 6 SPLURGE Ash-glazed demitasse cup by Yvette van Raders, $48, from Kaolin. Lombok coaster, $4.50, from…

1 Oak frame, $54.95, from Freedom. 2 ‘Calm’ print, $44.99, and oak frame, $34.99, from Shut The Front Door. 3 Tadala vessels, $44.95 and $34.95, from Freedom. 4 Swazi bowl, $235, from Indie Home Collective. 5 Wabi-Sabi Welcome book, $69.99, and Cocoa book, $45.99, from A&C Homestore. 6 Mali Ghana cushion, $139.99, from A&C Homestore. 7 Sheepskin beanbag, $1490, from Indie Home Collective. 8 Toshi mug, $16.99, from Shut The Front Door, and board, $129, from Citta. 9 Grid wool throw, $249, from Citta. 10 Basket, $49.99, from Trade Aid. 11 Patchwork cushion cover, $79.90, from Citta. Wall painted in Resene ‘Sand’. Cavalier Bremworth Switzerland carpet in Zurich, $109 per sqm, from Carpet Court. Other books stylist’s own.…

duvet inner GOOSE DOWN›DUCK DOWN: Warm, puffy and snuggly, these are filled with natural feather and down blends. WOOL: Versatile, breathable and great for all seasons, wool naturally removes moisture from the body while sleeping. COTTON COVER: An all-season winner featuring a cotton cover with the durability of microfibre fill. MICROFIBRE: With many different thicknesses available and an everyday affordable price point, microfibre is a good all-roundRUG choice $129 .…

The joinery you choose for your new home will have a huge impact not only on how your finished spaces look, but also how they feel and function. Kiwi company Vantage Windows & Doors has been making quality windows and doors for more than 45 years, and their joinery is found in more New Zealand homes than any other brand. Here’s their guide to getting it right. 1. Consider how you’ll live in your home Think about how you want your new house to function. The life stage are you at, whether you have children living at home, and whether you spend a lot of time entertaining guests outdoors are all factors to consider when choosing joinery. 2. Decide what you want your home to look like Find examples of…

MEET + GREET  Vivi Bang (stylist and interior decorator at Wise Interior), Christian Korsgaard (architect) and their two daughters. It just felt right when we saw the apartment for the first time,” says Vivi Bang, stylist and interior designer, referring to her Copenhagen home. “Even though there wasn’t a bathroom, the kitchen didn’t work, there was no electricity, the previous owners had been smoking in there for 60 years, our baby girl was 3 months old and I was pregnant again, we still couldn’t resist this crazy project!” Today, Vivi and her architect partner, Christian Korsgaard, have created a home that has retained a sense of its history while also catering for modern life with custom-made furniture, smart storage, a vibrant colour palette and plenty of art and personal objects.…

1 The wooden cladding or organic render offers excellent resistance to UV and stays looking new. 2 The render base facilitates the easy mounting of awnings, external lamps etc. 3 Cospan, the cement-bonded particle board developed by SchwörerHaus, is water-resistant with a high noise-reduction index. 4 Schwörer synergy technology allows humidity to escape from the inside out. 5 Mineral thermal insulation. 6 The core of the Schwörer external wall is the non-toxic timber framework, which is dried using a computer-controlled process and professionally dimensioned for optimum structural stability.…

MEET + GREET  Hayley George, 46 (English teacher), Zane George, 46 (banker), Moby, 15, Mabel, 13, and Emerson, 9. Most home buyers have a detailed list of criteria to tick off before they choose their next abode. However, Christchurch natives Hayley and Zane George had just one: grass. “I flew to Mount Maunganui for a day in 2014 to buy our family a home, and an agent showed me around 10 properties,” says Hayley. “I visited this particular house for just 15 minutes, but it was the only property that had a full section, so I bought it. Zane and the kids didn’t see it until we arrived with our container of furniture!” The self-described “earthquake refugees” made the decision to move north after two years of sorting insurance and…

1 BACKGROUND When British expat Jade McNab and her Kiwi husband, Lyndon, got married in 2012, they were disappointed with the lack of wedding venues near their home in the remote, windswept Catlins in South Otago. So when the 130-year-old Port Molyneux School came up for sale a few years later, the couple jumped at the chance to turn it into a stylish events and wedding venue. It helped that the backdrop is stunning with the property encircled by lush green hills on one side and lapped by the wild Pacific Ocean on the other. But having been closed for 16 years, the school buildings were in a bad way, as was the neighbouring headmaster’s cottage, but Jade and Lyndon could see the buildings’ raw potential as a venue and…

Hunkering down for winter is something I look forward to every year. I love the idea of extra cosy layers on the bed, hot soups, soft slippers and early bedtimes with our favourite TV series lined up for the evening. All those cold-weather comforts were uppermost in my mind as I put together this enticing bedroom just made for snuggling up and staying put. Rich winter tones of forest green, rustic gold and earth brown were my first thought, starting with quite a dramatic and moody backdrop of Dulux ‘Glenbrook’ on the walls. Many people assume that deep tones on the walls and floor will feel too dark, but I think it’s a great way to embrace a bit of cosiness in your bedroom. Then all you need to add…

The aromatic scent of essential oils can support feelings of clarity, invigoration and peacefulness, plus studies show they can also help to cleanse the air in your home. One of the easiest and most popular ways to enjoy essential oils is by using an ultrasonic diffuser (which mixes the oil with water and disperses it as a fine mist); it is also a very safe method as no heat is required. Most of these diffusers come with an intermittent timer (eg 5 minutes on, 5 minutes off) which helps the oils to be more effective in the home. I also love to make up little glass spray bottles to mist around the home as needed. To make, simply mix 1 part witch hazel to 5 parts water, then add 10-20…

+ Talk to an expert. They can help you choose the right appliances to fit your home and entertaining needs. + Think about what you use your appliances for. Do you make most of your meals in the oven or do you prefer to use your cooktop? Is storing fresh produce a priority or are you more about freezer capacity for maximising leftovers? These are all things to consider when making a significant purchase. + Make practicality a key consideration. Will appliances such as your blender and coffee machine stay on the bench or be put away after each use? This will help you determine both the size and aesthetic you go for. + Measure your spaces. It sounds like a no-brainer, but it pays to triple-check the dimensions of…

Once regarded as an old-fashioned and somewhat naff flower, carnations are now making a comeback. With a variety of colours available through most local florists, it’s easy to have a go at pairing contrasting tones at varied heights, as we have done here. The full yet delicate petals have plenty of impact on their own and rarely need to be combined with any other blooms.…

BEGIN AGAIN PAINT Interior in Resene ‘White Pointer’. Trims in Resene ‘Alabaster’. Exterior in Resene ‘Half Gauntlet’. FLOORING Engineered Italian oak from Timber Floor Solutions. ENTRY Mirror and hat stand from Citta. Oak batten screen made by builders. Hall table from Objects We Love. Rug from 1-Day. Basket planter from Freedom. DINING Table and bench seat from Citta. White chairs from Zuca. Rug from Aladdin Rugs. Cushions on bench from Briscoes and Citta. Framed geometric art by Kate Banazi. White china vase from Freedom. White/blue pots from The Poi Room. Table with black legs from Objects We Love; artwork above it from Citta. Black pot from Plant & Pot. KITCHEN Round art by Penny Stotter. Cabinetry by AM Joinery. Tapware from Salbini. Benchtop from Corian. Stools from Williams Road. Pendants…

Grey matters Although it’s been trending for a while, the combination of black, white and grey still looks fresher than ever. We’re particularly loving the new range of minimal furniture and accessories at nood.co.nz.…

What is your work and study background? I’m from Christchurch and studied textile design at Massey University. After finishing my Master’s, I stayed on in Wellington for a year or so before heading over to China to teach design at a university. I moved back to Christchurch in May 2017, which is when I met Ami Muir (who initially owned the store) and started working with Pepa. Ami offered me the incredible opportunity late last year to purchase Pepa and continue the magic! What do you love about stationery and paper goods? As a designer and maker, I adore beautifully made, tactile goods and dynamic uses of colour, so stationery is an amazing outlet for exploring that sweet spot where aesthetics and functionality meet. How did you find your beautiful…

JAPANESE SIMPLICITY + Set the table with handmade or neutral ceramics that feel good to hold and possess a few quirky imperfections. + Furniture and accessories made from natural materials such as wood, cork and jute have a timeless yet modern look. + Delicate greenery such as maidenhair ferns, bamboo palms and dried willow bring the all-important connection to nature. + Rustic forms and textures, as seen on these three-legged stools, create a sense of soothing simplicity. + Cool colours such as slate and charcoal create contrast with pure white and warm timber. MENU MISO SOUP, VEGETABLE SUSHI, MOCHI (SWEET RICE CAKES) AND GREEN TEA MENU GUACAMOLE AND TORTILLA CHIPS, BARBECUED LAMB WITH SALADS, CHURROS AND CHILLI HOT CHOCOLATE (OR TEQUILA IF IT’S THAT KIND OF PARTY!) JOSHUA TREE +…

Once upon a time there was a family who yearned for a home of their own. But they lived in Auckland at the height of the housing boom, and every property they looked at with a garden big enough for their two kids and their large dog was quickly snapped up for more than they could afford. “David designed a low-slung form reminiscent of a holiday bach” So Oliver Driver and Ella Mizrahi began to dream a new dream. When a friend (call her their fairy godmother if you like) offered them the opportunity to buy a cross-leased riverside section on the back of her Te Atatu Peninsula home, they visualised a crisp new house, built to their own specifications and with all the benefits of a high-tech modern fit-out.…

Here’s what Oliver and Ella chose for the My New Home house: Metro Series sliding doors are used in the main living area, the main bedroom and Etta’s bedroom to take advantage of the home’s view. The largest are the 7.6m-wide living area doors, which connect the space to the deck. A large sliding window in the dining area floods the living spaces with light throughout the day. Oliver and Ella added opening windows above the bedroom sliding doors to allow ventilation and give the appearance of taller doors. The Metro series doors achieve the desired 2.4m height and also have a clean, flat surface for a contemporary look. To continue the modern look the family finished the joinery in Matt Black powdercoat, with colour-matched Urbo hardware. A large plasma…

HONESTY BOX + How did you manage such a big renovation with a young baby? Vivi: We’d renovated before but this time it was different because our roles had changed with a baby to care for. Even though it’s hard doing a total renovation and it feels like it never ends, it’s so satisfying when you see all that hard work pay off. + Favourite spot in the apartment? I love the corner of the living room with the blue velvet Beetle chair by Gubi and the charcoal drawing by Christian’s sister. There’s a great view to the black kitchen, too. STYLE TIPS + Blue-green tones bring a lovely tranquillity – whether on a wall or in art or other accessories – and are easy to combine with strong colours,…

MEET + GREET  Steve Job, 44 (head of engineering for an IT company), Kirsty Job, 40 (psychology student), Ellie, 8, Pippa, 5, and Cooper, 1, plus Sammie the Border terrier. On a hot summer’s day you can practically smell the sea from Kirsty and Steve Job’s home in Hauraki, Auckland. Its proximity to Takapuna Beach was a major drawcard when they bought the property in 2009, and its large section and the fact there were good schools nearby made the decision to buy an easy one. “We felt the area offered more bang for its buck than other parts of the city,” says Kirsty. Although an upstairs extension had been added in the 1980s, the three-bedroom house – which was built in 1915 – was dark, cold and cramped. “The…

BUDGET As the scope of the renovation grew into an almost complete rebuild, the budget ballooned. Here’s a reality check from Hayley: “Add another third to your budget at the very least, another third to your timeline, and a third to your emotional intelligence quotient for the sake of all your working and family relationships.” SUPPLIERS A1 Benchworx (kitchen and laundry), a1benchworx.co.nz Kitchen Things in Tauranga (appliances), kitchenthings.co.nz Artedomus (kitchen tiles), artedomus.co.nz Blum (cabinetry and drawers), blum.com Chesters in Tauranga (bathroom fittings), chesters.co.nz Carpet Court carpetcourt.nz Colourplus in Tauranga (curtains), colourplus.co.nz. Some of Hayley’s favourite decor shops: Edito in Nelson, edito.co.nz – “It’s where our beautiful mid-century lounge unit came from.” Souk souk.co.nz Nood nood.co.nz Mood moodstore.co.nz Citta cittadesign.com Mr Ralph mrralph.co.nz – “I love my Enoki Cumulus stair light!”…

1 A badly positioned bedroom door blocked sea views. > The door was moved to allow guests to lie in bed and look out to sea. 2 A rotten window prevented access to the outdoors. > A sliding door was installed to open onto a courtyard area. 3 No storage in the poky bathroom. > Space was reclaimed from an adjacent linen cupboard to create a more functional bathroom. MEET + GREET Jade McNab, 41 (owner of Port Molyneux School wedding venue), Lyndon McNab, 32 (farmer), Archie, 8, Marla, 5, and Hollis, 2.…

1 Blinds or curtains? When selecting window coverings, you’ll need to consider: THE LOOK If you like drama, or want to emphasise the height of your space, curtains are the way to go. Curtains can provide texture, colour or pattern and look beautiful either open or closed. However, blinds provide a more minimal, inconspicuous option and can also be chain-controlled or automated for ease of use. WHAT YOU’RE COVERING If you’re covering doorways, curtains are the best option as they’ll soften the look of large doors while allowing easy access between indoors and out. Curtains are obviously also great for windows but can cause problems in small spaces or rooms with lots of furniture. WALLS AND FURNITURE Shorter windows, windows with limited wall space at the sides, and windows…

Having finally started the search for my first house, I’ve discovered it’s not that easy to find a home with the vintage vibes I love, as well as the modern comforts and sustainable elements of a new build. As much as I appreciate staying true to an era, the type of home that makes my heart beat faster – such as an art deco icon, a mid-century masterpiece, or a perfectly preserved bungalow – will need some renovation to ensure it’s light, sunny and cosy. I love the quirks of earlier eras but I’ve lived in enough chilly homes to know that passive heating, insulation and double glazing are worth investing in. As previously discussed in this column, I love the look of old kitchens, but I’ve rifled around in…

SMOKY CHICKPEA & TOMATO SOUP SERVES 6 INGREDIENTS 1.5kg tomatoes, quartered 1 large onion, chopped coarsely 3 cloves garlic, chopped coarsely 1 stalk celery, trimmed and sliced thickly 3 x 400g cans chickpeas, rinsed, drained 1¾ cups (430ml) chicken stock 2 tsp smoked paprika 1 Tbsp caster sugar ⅓ cup (80g) sour cream 1 Place tomato, onion, garlic, celery, chickpeas, stock, paprika and sugar in a 4.5-litre slow cooker. Cook on low for about 8 hours. 2 Using a slotted spoon, remove 2 cups of the chickpeas and reserve. Leave the remaining soup for 10 minutes then blend until smooth. Stir in reserved chickpeas. Season to taste. 3 Serve soup topped with sour cream. Suitable to freeze at the end of step 2. Serving suggestion: char-grilled bread. TIP Choose the…

SIDE TABLE/STOOL To create this pretty side table or stool either repurpose an old one or buy a cheap new one. Give the table 2 coats of paint in a colour of your choice (we used black), leaving it to dry after each. Cut out a round of leopard-motif craft paper to fit the top and glue in place using PVA or clear craft glue. To seal the top so you can place hot and cold items on it, apply a coat of Mod Podge (an all-in-one glue, sealer and finish used in decoupage; readily available in craft aisles and craft stores). Leave to dry overnight before use. SQUARE-FRAMED ART Jump on board the leopard trend by framing 2 pieces of square craft paper in complementary leopard motifs – no…