Saturday, August 1, 2026

Home & Decor

Interiors.etc – for ‘in’ things

Located just 5km from the Drury off-ramp, the historic Old Karaka Church is home to Interiors.etc, an extraordinary fashion, gift and homeware store. Owner, Rachael...

Should I sell in Winter?

THE standard response when you’re thinking about selling your home but are not sure when, is “sell in spring”. And there’s plenty of truth...

Milan expo – Setting trends

The Salone del Mobile Milan at the Rho Fiera Milano exhibition centre, is the trade fair every design enthusiast should visit. The scale of the...

Trust – so important

Have you heard the saying, “If people like you, they will listen to you. But if they trust you, they’ll do business with you,”? We whole-heartedly...

Transformed in every way

With two degrees in hand – law and business management – Melanie O’Halloran’s interest in interior design was tugging her in a new direction....

Trend alert: It’s all about automation

Kiwi homeowners love automation and many have taken to motorised window treatments, recognising they are sophisticated, convenient and functional. Alisha Butts from Kevens Curtains says...

My Favourite Thing – Chest still a thing of glory

Many of us would give anything for a magic wand that instantly clears away mess and cutter, re-organises drawers and cupboards in a jiffy...

Disability can’t dull Jewel’s sparkle

Failing eyesight hasn’t stopped local historian, Jewel Dell from doing what she does best – writing and illustrating. Eternally optimistic, she’s turned the negative...

An artist on the wire

When tourists flock to the Manukau Heads, they will often stop for a photo op’. As a result, work by one local artist will...

Room with a view best in country

Rural Living contributor ANGELA KEMP found herself in the news after being named supreme winner in the NZ House and Gardens Interior of the...