Your Home and Garden September 2017

As a proud, nature-loving New Zealander I like to keep track of how our beautiful country and planet earth will fare in the future. There’s global concern about overpopulation and how long the earth’s resources can sustain our current population growth (there are around 7.5 billion people now and the United Nations predicts the figure will reach 9.7 billion by 2050). The apparent consensus is that it’s not the number of people on earth that’s an issue, it’s how much we’re consuming that’s the problem. In the words of Gandhi: “The world has enough for everyone’s need, but not enough for everyone’s greed.” So this issue is a nod to nature, filled with easy, everyday ideas that help benefit our future selves and future generations. This month’s homeowners are all living…

More ideas for your home are only a mouse click away Homestolove.co.nz French twist This Hamilton home has endless French country style. Outdoor style Create your own little jungle with these lush plants. Kitchen ideas How to choose the right tiles for the heart of your home. Easy updates Five ways to add personality to a white kitchen. Facebook The posts you loved most this month on facebook.com/YourHomeGarden were: Instagram We love seeing images from our #yourhomeandgarden community. Especially rooms you’ve styled, shops you’ve spotted, painting you’ve completed, or a snap of you with the latest issue of YH&G. @yourhomeandgarden e:newsletter Sign up to our newsletter and get a weekly dose of inspiration straight to your inbox! Visit the homepage at homestolove.co.nz.…

A spot of dinner If you love playing with combinations of colour and pattern at the dinner table, this 100 percent French flax leopard-print tablecloth is for you. The wild pattern will bring a hint of the jungle to the most sedate of meals and, best of all, the fabric is pre-washed and easy to care for. Pick one up for $140 from teapea.co.nz. Old flame Smith & Co Artisan candles by the Aromatherapy Company are inspired by the past, with retro tin packaging and classic candy fragrances that evoke the sweet scents of childhood. In four flavours – Lemon Bon Bon, Fruit Pastille, Rose Water Drops and Apple & Gingersnap – these whimsical candles are $24.95 from Living & Giving stores nationwide. Embrace the dark side Add some stylish storage to your home with…

A vacant waterfront warehouse and former gin distillery has been transformed into Auckland’s newest retail and hospo hub. Alongside Kings Plant Barn and specialty grocery store Farro Fresh, Orakei Bay Village houses a number of boutiques, eateries and bars, plus a florist, art gallery and more. Take a look at some of our favourite spaces. Alex & Corban Alex and Corban Walls’ second store is small but sweet, packed with luxe homeware, furniture and artworks from around the world. As well as the pair’s own line of linen bedding, you’ll find throws, wall hangings, tableware, books, body products and more. This clever husband-and-wife duo won The Block NZ in 2014 and have continued to showcase their unique style through their stores. alexandcorban.co.nz Father Rabbit Head to Father Rabbit for simple, stylish, vintage-inspired wares. Claudia…

INTERIORS INSPIRED BY MOROCCO A visit to Marrakech is a feast for the senses, an intense fusion of colours, smells and sounds. Retreating into the beautiful riads (traditional homes with interior courtyards) and gardens was a welcome escape from crowded bazaars crammed with colourful goods. I fell in love with the contrast of plants against the chalky pink tones of the city walls. STYLING TIPS > Set the scene with a large photo or print of a Moroccan scene and use its colours in your scheme. > Bring in the plants The hardy plants of arid climates bring a space to life and are easy to care for. > Mix natural-fibre baskets and textural cushions with more contemporary elements. > Don’t be afraid of things that look a little worn; they can bring a feeling of…

Choosing a single, unifying style is important for connecting spaces such as the kitchen and dining area. In this setting, we’ve gone for industrial-style furniture from Harvey Norman’s d-Bodhi collection. The story of d-Bodhi begins with the Tectona grandis tree from East Java. Known as teak, the wood is popular for its beauty and durability and is used in many homes and buildings. d-Bodhi reclaims the wood from demolished buildings, pays a fair price, then crafts the beautifully seasoned wood into individually-created furnishings that last for years. WALLS A bright yet welcoming colour on the walls in the kitchen dining area is the ideal base for creating a modern and sleek looking family space. Get this look with a fresh and clean colour like Resene ‘Green Smoke’. FURNITURE Choose a theme for…