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Living
Nicola Martin
The best cushions and rugs, tried and tested by an award-winning designer
Kiwi home stager Janine King on the primping that can make a difference.
Nicola Martin
The best electric lawn mowers - the cutting-edge models to keep the grass in check
Garden experts on their favourite mowers.
Nicola Martin
The best cordless stick vacuum cleaners - what the experts use to keep homes clean
OneRoof’s new guide for consumers trying to get the best products for their home.
Catherine Smith
What agents and home stagers hate most about open homes
Experts reveal their pet peeves and their secret weapons for turning disasters into chic listings.
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From renting to first home: Family shares joy of the journey
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A villa from the street - but that’s only half the story
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Bathroom renovation that’s rockin’ it
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When heritage charm meets beauty and function
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Goodbye cold, damp homes: New standards make homes warmer and dryer
Stricter insulation and glazing standards are setting a new benchmark for home energy efficiency in New Zealand.
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Urban oasis: An inner-city courtyard design
These tips from spatial designer Jennie Dunlop help you create relaxing outdoor escapes.
Nikki Preston
‘Scary, scary time’: Home renovation spend drops 13% as Kiwis tighten their wallets
Homeowners still wanted the work done, just on a smaller budget.
Nikki Preston
‘Mitre 10 rammo with tradies’ - builders’ phones ringing hot again as reno fever takes hold
Lower interest rates have spurred homeowners into action.
Nicola Martin
Instagram warning: Interior designer says algorithm will lead you to dull place in 2025
Experts give their design tips for next year.
Nikki Preston
Mum transforms plaster townhouses into Airbnb money-spinners
Designer Isis Winter reveals how she brought homes up to scratch on a budget.
Catherine Smith
Kiwi flight attendant gives $20,000 prize money to widowed brother for kitchen upgrade
Winner of Coast renovation contest moves listeners with selfless act.
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IKEA v orgasms: Housing market surveys throw up weird results
Kiwis worry about storage, Brits would give up sex for a mortgage.
Nikki Preston
Film-making duo’s crazy renovation adventure: ‘Terrible’ house with bad smells and cops in the backyard
Nikki Preston
Builder’s Covid renovation transforms $1m plaster home he wanted to bowl
Diana Clement
Historic Wellington mansion looking for nearly $6m after property duo’s standout renovation