
The road to green
We sat down with BMW New Zealand managing director Karol Abrasowicz-Madej to talk sustainability, electrification of the BMW fleet, and the future of green vehicle design.
We sat down with BMW New Zealand managing director Karol Abrasowicz-Madej to talk sustainability, electrification of the BMW fleet, and the future of green vehicle design.
Taking inspiration from the work of South African artist William Kentridge, where the studio is the artist’s castle — a place where they can play king or buffoon — a new exhibition entitled A safe place for Stupidity will explore the work of New Zealand photographers.
We spoke to builder Sam McGregor about the tensions and similarities between rammed-earth and passive house methodologies.
One of our favourite book purveyors, Wellington’s Unity Books, has selected a trio of art, design, and history to keep us visually fit.
At the heart of photographer Anne Noble’s exhibition Conversātiō at Queensland Art Gallery is a cabinet where a colony of bees lived.
The floor comprises a large percentage of the available area in any room to add character, texture, and comfort. Here are four houses where the use of carpet and rugs adds an enviable elegance.
As the mercury drops, we’re sitting down to appreciate the wondrous world of architecture and design in these recent books.
Concrete is a sought after material in contemporary residential design, becoming a central part of our architectural vernacular. Here are five homes whose architects have delivered excellence with the undeniable beauty of concrete.
Marlborough-born spatial and leather goods designer Annabel Smart has worked for an enviable number of firms including Fearon Hay, Architectus, and Melbourne’s Hecker Guthrie.
Whether it’s a cosy fire pit to sit around on long summer evenings, or a high performance woodburner to heat up the outdoors in the colder months, a myriad of ways exist to bring an outdoor space to life.
After some significant crises, the furniture and light brand formerly known as Douglas and Bec is now known as Snelling.
No white in the common areas was a key part of the brief for this boutique Wellington hotel—a place for bold, whimsical spaces with a certain intrigue.
We’ve put together a selection of some noteworthy New Zealand lighting designs of late, including the work of Aotearoa’s best design houses and international favourites.
Italian cinema is renowned for its impeccable sense of style. Be it music, fashion, food or acting, the Italians have a way of making moving images with a serious touch of stylistic flair.
This immaculately presented book tracks the history of Cavit & Co. from its humble beginnings — in its owner’s spare bedroom — to some of the business’s most impressive assignments, including New Zealand embassies overseas and luxury hotels in the Pacific.
For over six years, New Zealand/Samoan textile designer Lucy Tupu has been creating unique rugs in New York City, that reference her cultural heritage. On
Photographer Mary Gaudin turned her lens to the opening weekend of the 2021 Venice Biennale — an exploration of architecture in a changing world.
Like pouring the most exquisite hot chocolate, the art of candle making is one of precision and science.
We spoke to 2021 New Zealand Institute of Architects Gold Medal winner, Dave Strachan of Strachan Group Architects about his career to date, and where to from here.
Until relatively recently, fireplaces were similar in function and aesthetics. That’s no longer the case and as the mercury drops, we’ve rounded up the latest in contemporary fire design.
Known for his expressive pop-art portraits made entirely in collage technique, Thai-born artist Virut is exhibiting for the first time in Auckland’s Lightworx Gallery by
At the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival 2021, don’t miss Tokyo Road, a celebration of architecture in Tokyo.
One must-see film at the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival 2021 is Mario Botta – The Space Beyond.
We chat with Clare Buchanan, co-curator of the Resene Architecture and Design Film Festival, to explore the highlights, ideas, and most unforgettable moments from this year’s programme.
Former singer and guitarist Lloyd Anderson has turned his attention to furniture, crafting pieces inspired by the harmony and proportion of music. We spoke to Anderson about his Northland workshop and his design process.
Lindesay Construction has built some of New Zealand’s most distinctive and unusual homes, the latest being the Dune House by Cheshire Architects. We spoke to William Lindesay about bringing a complex design to life.
We spoke to Karolina Brock of LeLa Architects about how her Scandinavian background influences her design.
Art and Conversation: We spoke to Justine Olsen, curator of decorative art and design, from Te Papa on her latest exhibition Modern Living: design in 1950s New Zealand.
As we near the one-year anniversary of Covid’s untimely arrival, we look back at how artists from around New Zealand hunkered down and what lessons they learnt from staying at and creating from home.
Eastern meditations and Wes Anderson–like interiors: we select some books that sit firmly on our wish-list.
Katie Brown dances around molten glass in a pit in the former headquarters of the Whanganui Chronicle, delicately imparting an intricate narrative into every piece.
We tour some of New Zealand’s most stylish retail spaces, showcasing furnishings designed and made to transform your home.
To celebrate International Women’s Day, we spoke to six women architects on their influences, what inspires them and what they most enjoy about their work.
Cooper and Company’s transformation of the Britomart precinct in Auckland’s waterfront was a game-changer not just for the City of Sails but as a wider-reaching example of respectful and forward-thinking urban regeneration.
There is an undeniable grandiosity to the Park Hyatt’s inner sanctum, a sort of cathedral-like, gasp moment at being confronted with a huge, vertical void filled with modulated light and a powerful architectural statement.
This hotel chain from across the ditch has been making inroads in New Zealand since 2015 when it purchased the quirky, art-filled, Museum Hotel in Wellington and refurbished it with visual cues that range from the circus-like through to French cabaret.
For homeowners with the luxury of outdoor space or those looking to cultivate a garden in their homes but starting from scratch, there’s an abundance of information on home gardening but it takes some searching and, if you’re an amateur, it can be overwhelming.
Timber is synonymous with residential New Zealand architecture – it’s a long-time favourite and, of late, the use of vertical cedar and other wood varieties
A dilapidated former convent in Grey Lynn has a new lease of life as a luxury boutique hotel with striking interiors that celebrate the building’s origins.
As the curator of Projects, Michael Do says the Auckland Art Fair will showcase exceptional New Zealand talent generally unrepresented by dealer galleries Q&A Tell
These 10 excellent offerings of art and food will give you every reason to visit the wonderful city of New Plymouth. Check them out below
The Christchurch and Otago leg of HOME Tour was the ultimate road trip thanks to our official vehicle partner the Mercedes-Benz X-Class. Watch our video
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Our inaugural event with the Home of the Year judges is back and you’re invited. Get your tickets and check out our chat with Patrick
James Warren of Upoko Architects admires the Albemarle Hotel – a beautiful relic that celebrates great design and Wellington’s history “Several years ago I worked
Daily Bread’s Ponsonby store proves its worth in a temporary space. Take a peek inside and see why it’s a must-visit (not just for the
HOME Tour 2019 has teamed up with The Mercedes-Benz X-Class to visit architecturally designed houses around the country. Discover how you can test drive one
Fisher & Paykel chief industrial designers discuss the brand’s latest releases and how you can customise your kitchen with these integrated and modular appliances Architects:
As its heritage is restored and celebrated, a youthful new energy brews in Dunedin. Here are 11 places to visit if you enjoy good food,
Convenor of Museums and Cultural Heritage at the University of Auckland, Linda Tyler admires the structural innovation of the Wintergardens, which opened at Auckland Domain
Monmouth’s makers realise their dream of opening their own store The seed of Monmouth Glass was formed a number of years ago when Isaac Katzoff
Coffee is served in a place of calm at Wellington Airport. Take a look inside Three Quarter Society and discover the secret to its elegant
A clever redevelopment revives a former printing hall in Christchurch In the past few years, Box 112 has redeveloped a series of heritage spaces around
You’ve seen the houses in the magazine — now visit them in person. Join HOME New Zealand at HOME Tour 2019. With special thanks to
Jade Kake of Matakohe Architecture & Urbanism lives in Whangarei where she stays connected to Te Whare Karakia o Pehiāweri, the Anglican church built in
Ahead of the annual Dulux® Colour Forecast, colour expert Davina Harper reviews her Milan Design Week highlights ‘International Klein Blue’ at Cassina. 1. Sustainable design
The annual Dulux® Colour Awards reveal a palette of creative riches. We take a closer look at the inspiring winners and finalists from the 2019
You’re invited to HOME’s Kitchen Workshop event. Bring your plans and your questions, and get ready for a morning of inspiration. Find all you need
You’re invited to HOME magazine’s event, In Conversation. Come meet and listen to the 2019 Home of the Year winner Jack McKinney We’d love you
A new book on John Scott by David Straight celebrates the life and work of one of New Zealand’s most important architects – this extract
In remote Spain, Mary Gaudin discovers architecture that’s worth travelling for Chilean architects Mauricio Pezo and Sofia von Ellrichshausen’s practice is intellectual and rigorous, emotional
As a model of adaptive re-use, the Axis building in Parnell, Auckland, doesn’t get better, says architect and Home of the Year judge Nicola Herbst,
A vibrant community inspires the merging of old and new Architects Katherine Skipper and Daniel Thompson of Warren & Mahoney found themselves deeply engaged with
Nikki Wilson of NW Studio works relevant rhythm into a heritage Dunedin building. See how she transformed this hotel by referencing its historic roots. What was the
With possibly the most compelling line-up to date, the annual Resene Architecture & Design Film Festival gives you every reason to hole up inside the cinema
A rich artistic history lives on in Deadly Ponies’ new-old space Rather than make a modern shopfront out of a building that had been changed
Auckland-based artist and trained pianist Shannon Novak returned to New Plymouth, his birth city, to riff on the physicality of The Len Lye Centre “How
A neighbourhood classic in Auckland’s Herne Bay is brought back to life Late last year, Auckland’s Nourish Group reopened Andiamo, which had closed on the
Leading South American Architect Gloria Cabral will be joining the judging panel for Home of the Year 2019 In conversation with Gloria Cabral HOME and
Known for his work conserving heritage buildings, it makes sense that architect Jeremy Salmond would choose old Gisborne Gaol as his favourite building Jeremy Salmond
Known as New Zealand’s most prestigious prize for residential architecture, don’t miss your chance to get your entry in for Home of the Year 2019 Is
Managing director of Resident – and winner of HOME’s Design Awards 2018 – Scott Bridgens has a soft spot for London’s Granary Square precinct at
HOME and Fisher and Paykel have searched and found New Zealand’s best new designs. Here are the finalists and winner of the 2018 Design Awards
Auckland sandwich shop, Fort Greene, finds a new home to break bread on Karangahape Road This sandwich shop serves interior inspiration with a side
Dulux’s 2019 colour forecast, ‘Filter’, is focussed on personal identification away from digital influences. The four key palettes below aim to encourage individuality and personal
HOME and Fisher and Paykel’s annual Design Awards shine the spotlight on New Zealand’s best new designs. We’re proud to introduce the winner for 2018
You are invited to an evening with Neale Whitaker, King Living’s global ambassador and one of Australia’s best-known design experts. You’re invited to join HOME
Three architects come together to resourcefully design and build 10 community townhouses with rents that are only 25 percent of income Project ‘Triangle Road’ community
An enterprising trio develops the Fernmark 56; a new way to build, using simple tools and people power Meet the Fernmark 56: a home that can
Chair of the New Zealand International Film Festival, Blueskin Films founder and film producer, Catherine Fitzgerald ONZM has had many memorable experiences at Wellington’s Embassy theatre Why
With a geometric, undulating exterior, this apartment block delivers the architects’ pledge to always contribute things that are beautiful Project Aria Apartments Architect Toa Architects
In Conversation is an exciting new series of events for HOME readers, involving talks on architecture and held in convivial surroundings In Conversation 8am, Tuesday
In the hands of Wellington ceramicist Richard Stratton, the humble teapot transcends its origins to become high art This talented Wellington ceramicist has pushed the boundaries
Assembly Architects discuss the novel process they’ve developed in Wanaka for getting houses built fast, without compromising design These architects have created a way to
Aēsop’s first Wellington store takes design cues from its heritage location and neighbours Aēsop’s first Wellington store features its signature understated style Greek fabulist Aēsop
Familiar food with a fresh attitude finds its place in a former clothing factory. We talk to owner Leonardo Bresolin about how a great interior
From refreshing and beachy to moody and Moroccan, master bedroom and ensuite week on The Block NZ was full of stylish inspo. Here’s how to shop
A design-minded duo opens their second Auckland cafe, this one in Eden Terrace Baby is the bold new cafe in Eden Terrace you need to
New Christchurch Art Gallery director Blair Jackson is delighted that the home and studio of the late Bill Sutton is to be restored and gifted
An iconic mid-century Auckland social housing block is to be razed rather than refurbished. Does it have to be this way? The iconic mid-century Auckland
Perched on a hill above the tiny coastal settlement of Ligar Bay, this two-tiered bach was designed to capture the view in absolute purity, playing with a dialogue that pushes and pulls between solidity and transparency.
Designed to merge into its coastal environs, this island home utilises board and batten cedar cladding to create a gentle visual rhythm that moves gracefully between indoors and out.
Utilising the existing design language of a mid-century modern home in Remuera, Johnston Architects and Bespoke Interior Design set about redesigning a pool house and creating an outdoor room, resulting in a trio of interconnected areas spanning indoors and out.
During a visit to Waiheke a decade or so ago, an architect was struck by a simple, refined sculpture and the way that its ad hoc form, created from a roll of corrugated iron, twisted down a hillside, creating and enclosing spaces.
On a prominent street corner in Grey Lynn bordering the heritage zone, this rectilinear addition presents a new and mostly closed face — a bold architectural statement that gives way to refined interior spaces.
Envisioned as a base camp for outdoor activities in the vast expanse of Canterbury’s high country, this compact abode is cut from the cloth of the traditional A-frame, and woven with a decidedly modern spin of colour and texture that echoes the alpine environment.
Best known for synthesising and reimagining the humble bach, Herbst Architects has modified its style for this impressive city home on Auckland’s North Shore.