2011 – BEFORE: 2021 – AFTER: Once a dark, cold living space full of draughts, holes and rot has since been lovingly transformed into a warm, homely, family space. Our renovation has been a labour of love spanning almost a…
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In my first ‘Favourite room’ series I am chatting with Kate; owner of the Wilderness Tribe, Wife, Mum of 6, Nan of 1 and homeowner of a stylish thoughtfully considered Villa located in the Hawkes Bay. I first saw Kate’s…
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‘Rather you than me’ and ‘it needs a bulldozer through it’ were just a couple of the numerous comments we received, when my partner and I (along with our 6 month old daughter) purchased our very run down ex. shearers…
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In recent years the humble Dahlia has exploded in popularity throughout the world. Once perhaps just seen in your Nana’s garden they are now a common scene in a variety of gardens throughout New Zealand. They come in a vast…
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When it comes to roses there is a lot to cover! Different styles, sizes, scented / unscented, thornes / thornless, colours, pruning, care etc, so today I am just covering the basics to start you with your exciting new rose…
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Like starting anything new there is always lots to learn. And there is certainly a lot to learn with gardening, but try not to feel overwhelmed if you are first starting out. My best advice if you are planning on…
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New to the tile scene here in New Zealand is TileHaus; an all online tile shopping experience with a designer – curated range available for you to pick from. Choose 5 samples for $15, they will be delivered to your…
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Nestled amongst ancient trees sits Mt. Vernon Villa, a Grade A Heritage Home in Waipukarau, Central Hawkes Bay. Purchased by its current owner in 2017 after five generations in the same family – (The Harding’s). Tim the present owner has…
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We purchased our neglected, run down cottage in the Winter of 2010. The extensive renovation has been a passion project for my partner and myself ever since. Prior to this massive task we had never undertaken anything to this scale…
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Last year Homescene Journal introduced its followers to the incredible homebody team that create linen bedding and accessories. homebody is back with collection no. 2 and they certainly don’t disappoint! 2020 taught us the true meaning of being homebodies. We…
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Christmas, New Years and Summer Holidays are fast approaching and after a not so great 2020 for many it feels like the right time to start thinking about spending quality days with friends and family. Whether you are dining indoors…
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Garden of international significance ‘Greenhaugh’ is a stunning 2 hectare garden located minutes from the city of Palmerston North. The semi formal gardens have been developed over the past 40 years by owner Lynne Atkins and her late husband Les….
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