Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2022 i Your Home and Garden

I’m just back from the Ancient Greeks: Athletes, Warriors and Heroes exhibition at the Auckland Museum. Aside from the little boy who said to his mother “they’re broken” when he saw the life-size statue of Nike without a head, what I most loved were the amphoras. It’s incredible to think these vessels have survived 2000 or more years. The ones on display were delicately painted ceremonial ones and used as prizes to give to sports champions in the Panathenaic festivals, but a large number of everyday amphoras used to store oil and wine have also survived. In 2000 years, our everyday plastic storage containers will have broken down and what will we have to show for ourselves in terms of domesticware besides our cornflakes in Sistema containers, however ingenious the seals…

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home truths ANY SPLURGES? The joinery bench seat in the lounge and kitchen finishes, such as expensive tiles, however we were selective about where they went. Also added higher door heights, gunmetal tapware and door hardware throughout to keep the finishes cohesive. ANY SAVES? It was our first build and, because we knew it probably wouldn’t be our forever home, we were quite reserved with how much we spent on the base items. Ultimately, we knew we could add artwork and soft furnishings, which we could take with us if we left. ANY DISASTERS? Our ceiling cavity is extremely tight, which made squeezing in the HVAC system a tricky one. But it all worked out in the end by using the right people who knew what they were doing. NEVER…

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Renovations expert If you’re thinking about making some changes to your home, you might be wondering how on earth you’re going to navigate the long lead times and constant price increases you keep reading about. Ultimately, it all comes down to careful planning – which is the 101 of any home renovation, global pandemic or not. Some of the choices you make in relation to materials and design can have a flow-on effect to construction, never mind the supply chain problems we’re already navigating. Here are 10 decisions you might want to think about if you’re planning to start a renovation this year. 1 FINISHING LINES Although standard profiles of skirting and scotia are easy to source, custom profiles are not. If your home has a mismatch of trims, you’ll…

SCULPTURAL CHAIRS Whether it’s at the head of the table or a statement piece in the living room, you can’t go wrong with a sculptural chair. It’s Michelangelo meets Frankenstein, or rather chair meets art. There’s something indescribable about these pieces, it’s as if you can see hands moulding them in the moment. It also gets a big yes from us. BIOPHILIA Bring the outdoors in with biophilia, which is all about our innate human tendency to connect with nature and other forms of life. It’s not just about adding a few pot plants, but rather thinking consciously about how to holistically approach plant life in our home in a way that’ll reduce stress and inspire creativity. Add greenery to natural colour schemes and, with an abundance of sunlight and…

If you’re interested in gardening, the country’s most sustainable garden centre is a must-visit. Even if you’re not and just like going to a decent cafe with a good selection of gifts and homewares, you’ll still find plenty to enjoy at the newest Kings Plant Barn in Stonefields, Auckland – it takes garden centres to the next level. The garden centre was master planned by award-winning Cheshire Architects, who say the site provides Kings a platform for experimentation and innovation. Shoppers can check out a series of display zones to see how their favourite leafy greens look in living, dining and office spaces; get plants expertly potted in-store; or consult with Kings’ very own Plant Doctor for insider tips and tricks. Our guilty pleasure is the DIY terrarium bar, which…

Tip Use grilled chicken breast or thigh fillets instead of pork, if you like. Green goodness in a bowl SERVES 4 INGREDIENTS 150g snow peas, trimmed200g green beans, trimmed, halved lengthways200g broccolini, trimmed, thick stalks halved lengthways2 tsp extra virgin olive oil500g packaged brown microwave rice2 Tbsp pepitas (pumpkin seeds), toasted, chopped coarsely1 medium avocado, sliced thinly1 Tbsp pepitas (pumpkin seeds), toasted, extra AVOCADO YOGHURT DRESSING 1 medium avocado, chopped coarsely¾ cup Greek-style yoghurt¼ cup fresh basil leaves2 Tbsp lime juice1 small clove garlic, chopped finely1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 Tbsp water 1 For the Avocado Yoghurt Dressing, blend or process ingredients until smooth and combined; season to taste. 2 Boil, steam or microwave peas, beans and broccolini, separately, until tender; drain. Place peas, beans and broccolini in a…

HANAMI IN HAGLEY PARK With the arrival of spring comes the annual delight of cherry blossoms. There’s nothing like wandering along Harper Avenue in Christchurch and engaging in hanami, the Japanese custom of enjoying the transient beauty of flowers. It’s called the garden city for good reason. Harper Avenue, Christchurch 5 of the best markets LYTTELTON FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, 10am-1pm Every Saturday, rain or shine, the small port town of Lyttelton is unmatched when it comes to fresh, affordable produce. Enjoy windy harbour scenery while stocking up on smoked eel, organic veggies, and many other tasty goodies. TIKIPUNGA MARKET Sundays, 7am-11am One of Whangārei’s longest running and biggest markets, the Tikipunga markets will unlock your inner treasure hunter. With an eclectic array of car-boot sales among local arts and crafts, you’ll be browsing…

The coastal grandmother used to be relegated entirely to the confines of a Nancy Meyers film. She’s that impossibly chic character, often played by Diane Keaton or Meryl Streep, wearing breathable linens and whose kitchen is always the right shade of eggshell. They live by the sea, drink copious amounts of white wine and make homemade pasta in times of great stress. It’s a relaxed but refined style epitomised by middle-aged wealthy women, think chunky knit blankets and sisal rugs. Thanks to recent trends, anyone can be a coastal grandmother – and many of us are without realising it. Whether you have an expansive farmhouse kitchen, or simply own one too many capri pants, here’s how to tell if you’re a coastal grandmother. if… + There’s a white couch in…

WE LOVE Gorge yourself silly on beautiful homes served up on a silver platter from three French tastemakers. Who needs to spend a year in Provence? @ateliervime TRENDING ONLINE Monochrome worked its magic in this charming heritage home. yourhomeandgarden.co.nz Scattered light over pebbles inspired new linen stock at this New Zealand showroom. Perfect for walls and cushions, or both. @theivyhousenz CONNECT WITH US We love seeing images from our #yourhomeandgarden community. @yourhomeandgarden PODCAST OF THE MONTH Take a trip across the pond with a deep dive into Australia’s favourite interior brands and personalities in “The House of Style”. TOP INSTAGRAM POST Eric Murray’s kitchen reno gets a gold medal from our followers. @yourhomeandgarden Instagram @yourhomeandgarden | Facebook facebook.com/yourhomegarden | Website yourhomeandgarden.co.nz…

Working from her sunny studio nestled in Wellington’s coastal suburb of Island Bay, Alice Toomer brings confectionery to life on canvas. Her work is painstakingly intricate, the results nothing short of sugar-coated, photorealistic illusions. The young painter says she is “compelled by the impermanence of food, so I choose to immortalise it in my own way, with paint.” Her most recent creation, Double Scoop Chocolate, took four separate photo shoots to get the final shot – and Alice admits she consumed “a shocking” amount of melted chocolate ice cream in the process. “I love the depth and the summery aura that the warm, natural sunlight provides. The texture of ice cream is difficult to paint, so I’m proud of how it came to life,” she says. Alongside painting, Alice works…

home truths ANY SAVES? We’ve had plans drawn up, but have chosen to make smaller changes and to invest in areas that won’t change, even if we went ahead with a reno. ANY SPLURGES? Outdoor lighting, furniture and decking. Also a ducted heating and cooling system. BEST LESSONS LEARNED? That the old adage of ‘live in a home for a year before you make big changes’ is still true. We had full plans drawn up within months of moving in, but found (especially with Auckland’s big lockdown last year) that we enjoy a lot of our home as it is. ANY DISASTERS? We had a small plastering job taken on by a non-specialist. It took several days and resulted in not such a great finish. I got a referral for…

When abstract artist Prudence Oliveri and her husband Damian, the founder of a design and construction company, were searching for their next home and renovation project six years ago, they never expected to purchase Prudence’s former childhood home. But, in what can only be described as a twist of fate, that’s exactly what happened. Located in a popular seaside suburb known for its surf beaches, the four-bedroom, two-bathroom home was built by Prudence’s parents in the late 1980s and is where Prudence – known as Prudence Caroline in the art world – lived when she was just three years old. Three decades later, by pure chance, the property was put up for sale while the couple was house hunting and it became home once again for Prudence and her young…

A tiny workman’s cottage built in the 1800s and in original condition, isn’t usually the typical purchase for a first home buyer. But for Thom and Elysia Shanks, it was the pull of the heartstrings that led them to buy a 64sqm historic Auckland home, which came complete with an outdoor shed housing the toilet and laundry. In 2013, Thom stumbled across the rundown cottage on Trade Me on its last day of open homes. “I wasn’t that keen on the busy street but I walked through the back gate and thought ‘wow’. It was huge, it felt like a field with a historic volcanic stone wall at the back and loads of fruit trees. I tend to make decisions quickly and just felt that it was a place I…

From the terrace of her home A Crueza, so named because “I liked this word for its sound”, Italian illustrator Ludovica Basso aka Clorophilla draws and looks off to the horizon. In the background, a blue stretch of Ligurian coastline, and not far from her house is Finale Ligure, the village where she was born. An artist and dreamer, Ludovica couldn’t arrive in Borgio Verezzi and not be inspired by the magic of a Saracen village suspended in time, with its ancient stone houses, woods and cultivated terraces. “This is my buen retiro (pleasant retreat),” she says, a little part of the world, where she returns to whenever she can in search of peace and inspiration within the walls of a former 14th-century olive oil mill. It’s the right distance…

When Laura Bunea’s daughter, Sophie, requested a pink dollhouse for her room, what followed was a makeover of mythic proportions. “It’s such a gorgeous piece of furniture, I knew I wanted to create a whimsical space for her and this was the perfect base to build from,” Laura says. On the hunt for the perfect shade of pink, Laura stumbled upon the Karen Walker Paints range from Resene at her local Wellington shop. “I instantly fell in love with the range as her colour swatches are moody yet soft,” she says. The bedroom walls are painted in Resene Concrete, while Sophie’s feature wall makes the most of Resene Periglacial Blue, and the darling dollhouse boasts Resene Blanched Pink as the focal point of the space. “She doesn’t have a very…

“Even if you have a big garden, there will be a corner to which you can apply small-space gardening practices.”CHARLIE ALBONE Small spaces The small garden is the way of the future. As blocks of land shrink and houses get bigger, sadly it’s the garden that suffers – so it’s imperative you get the space right and make it feel as large as possible. Even if you have a big garden, there will be a corner to which you can apply small-space gardening practices, thus maximising your outdoor experience, too. The first thing I like to do in a small space is to blur the boundary edges of the garden. When the eye is drawn to a definite boundary, such as the point where fences meet in corners and where…

Maple ribs SERVES 4 1.5kg pork spare ribs½ cup maple syrup⅓ cup tomato sauceJuice of 1 lime2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce2 Tbsp soy sauce1 tsp Tabasco sauce1 tsp sesame oil2 garlic cloves, crushed 1 Preheat oven to very hot, 220°C. Line a deep oven tray with baking paper or foil. 2 Place ribs in a large, shallow dish. In a jug, combine all remaining ingredients. Pour over ribs, tossing well to coat. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes (or overnight in the fridge). 3 Place ribs and excess marinade in tray. Bake 1 hour, turning every 15 minutes, until very sticky. 4 When ready to eat, toss on a preheated barbecue plate. Caprese skewers with pesto MAKES 6 275g pack vine-ripened cherry tomatoes180g bocconcini2 Tbsp olive oil8 skewers (soaked, if bamboo)…

MAXWAX A blend of food-grade furniture wax in liquid form – not only waxes furniture, it cleans, protects and shines, wood, leather, granite, plastic and metal without leaving finger marks or collecting dust. $21, from Father Rabbit. ACME EUCALYPTUS OIL SPRAY Natural and antibacterial, this aromatic spray can be used as an air freshener and cleaning spray. It helps to remove stains on carpets and clothes as well as rejuvenate wood. It can even be sprayed on yoga mats. $23 (refill), from Father Rabbit. YOURS FLOOR From a local company with a comprehensive range of cleaning products, this Lemongrass & Lime Natural Floor Cleaner comes in a 100 percent recycled bottle. The entire range is like that or uses compostable packaging, and is made using natural ingredients. $24 (1L), from…

Home wellness expert Spring is here, and even though we might not have the warmer temperatures yet, I still feel inclined to throw open the windows and give my home and health a much-needed refresh. Here are a handful of simple ideas for welcoming spring into your home. Beautify your wall space I recently found a vintage botanical book at an op-shop, and the pages inside make the loveliest prints for my kitchen wall. I’ve tacked them to the wall with a bit of double-sided tape but you could frame them, if you desire. Secondhand shops are also a treasure trove for botanical artwork and paintings, which are wonderful for adding a feminine touch to your home. Refurbish a piece of furniture Perhaps you have a tired-looking piece of furniture…

There’s no doubt that having a tidy and organised home is the first step towards living a more energised and enjoyable life. The Wertheim Evolution Stick Vacuum advances vacuuming with its highly manoeuvrable functionality and easy-to-use features giving any flooring surface a deep clean. The days of plugging and unplugging a machine as you vacuum around the house are no longer. Here you have a winning combo – stick and cordless – providing the best of both worlds. The time-saving qualities and power of Wertheim’s deep-clean engineering allow you to vacuum quickly and efficiently. The lightweight and manoeuvrable design features a swivel neck for those hard-to-reach places and non-marking rubber wheels for smoother operation. The Wertheim brand has been at the forefront of cleaning technology for more than 30 years,…

A home always tells the story of those who inhabit it, but it can also pay homage to where it stands. Sally McDonald and her husband Nick O’Dea embraced a connection to the land when they built their family home on the clifftops in Moturoa, New Plymouth. Perched high above the rugged coastline, they love to look out over to the port and ocean waves below. The New Plymouth-based couple bought the section in 2017, drawn to the site for its ability to be subdivided and build new, which they did two years later. Now the four-bedroom home is home to the family of five. “We moved into the existing house (which was later sold) on the site while we built; it was the first big project we undertook together.” Not…

1 HERO YOUR BATH Forget a quick shower, baths are part art piece, part spa. Focusing your bathroom around a bath is all about centring pleasure and self-care in your domestic life. It’s a place to become the best version of yourself, somewhere to soak away the stresses of the day, and let your surroundings meet your relaxation needs. With some beautiful bathtubs on the market, there’s never been a better time to worship at the altar of bliss. 2 TWINNING Dual bathroom sinks are practical for the morning rush. Normally it’s double basins, but this example is a clever update on that by using an oversized sink with two militarily aligned mirrors and taps. 3 TERRAZZO TIME One of the most sustainable and environmentally friendly materials, terrazzo is having a…

Resene COLOUR HOME AWARDS 2022/23 your home and garden Have you used Resene paint at your place? You could win $5000 WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • Clever interior colours • Inventive paint projects • Exciting exterior paint Get your entry in by 21 September 2022 and you could be one of our first finalists HOW TO ENTER Email photos and a 200-word or more description of your space to yhg@aremedia.co.nz with your last name and ‘Resene Colour Home’ in the subject line. Please include your name, home address, email address, daytime phone number, the names of the Resene colours used, and details of when your space was painted. Please credit anyone who assisted you in choosing your colours. The six finalists will each appear in Your Home and Garden,…

Garden editor Seed funding September 1 is the official start of spring, the season of rejuvenation when it feels like nature has given us the go-ahead to get out into the garden, sowing and planting. But patience is prudent in all but the warmest parts of the country. Unless the soil temperature is high enough, many seeds will struggle to germinate outdoors. Soil thermometers can be obtained to measure the soil but an ordinary household one will also do the trick. Bury the end about 10cm deep and wait for five minutes before checking. Most seeds like the soil to be between 20°C and 30°C. Remember, the soil type will affect how quickly it warms up (and cools down). Sandy soils heat up faster than heavy ones, and dry ones…

Milking it PALMS COCONUT MILK IS THE LATEST PLANT MILK TO COME OUR WAY. USING CERTIFIED ORGANIC COCONUT CREAM AS A BASE, AND A SMIDGE OF ORGANIC RAW SUGAR, THIS IS PERFECT FOR COCONUT LATTE LOVERS. BY PARTNERING WITH ONE SRI LANKAN FAMILY BUSINESS, WHO ARE PART OF THE FAIR TRADE SUSTAINABILITY ALLIANCE, KNOW THAT WHILE YOU’RE HAVING YOUR COFFEE ALL THE PLANTATION WORKERS ARE PAID A FAIR WAGE. $5.99, FROM PLANTPROJECTS.CO.NZ CATCH THE SUN This Emile Henry rectangular baking dish in cheerful Provence yellow will have you beaming as you whip up a mac and cheese. Made from high resistance ceramic, it can go from the freezer straight into a hot oven up to 270°C – how’s that for hard working? $159, from Father Rabbit. THE BUZZ Tauranga kombucha…