From heavy bronze wings to delicately patterned parasols, Danielle Wright is spoiled for choice at Auckland Botanic Garden's fourth Sculpture in the Gardens exhibition.

Meg Liptrot's early summer tasks will keep gardens on track.

Living’s design columnist Ben Crawford has been busy. Next week sees the launch of his new book, Built for Caffeine, which aims to inspire home design through incredible cafe fit-outs. Here is an extract from the Beatnik-published book.

Having scoured the world for the cutting edge of kitchen tech, I've uncovered cooking gadgetry that combines science, insanity and technology in equal measures with the culinary arts.

What is the motivation for including multiple features like gyms, theatres, tennis courts and putting greens in high-end residences?

Ben Crawford is impressed by the children's hospital's update, but there is more to be done.

Danielle Wright finds people turning junk into objects of desire.

Five new commercial and residential projects each won double awards at last night's annual Institute of Architects' Auckland awards.

Check out our gallery of winners of the Spatial category at the Designers Institute of NZ's Best Awards 2013.

Keep it simple and stylish is the mantra behind this classy store, finds Ben Crawford.

Ben Crawford finds the design of the new Christchurch Cathedral lives up to the hype.

Terrariums are the new must-have for on-trend homeowners, finds Ben Crawford.

Check out our five favourite festivals to celebrate the warmer months of spring.

Ben Crawford gives some shady advice.

Ben Crawford borrows design ideas from across the ditch to freshen up the home.

Dionne Christian explores how we can help our natural wonderlands for Conservation Week.