LifestyleGardening: Floral 'food' lifts a city's moodWhen we talk about the French urban garden it conjures images of a courtyard with cafe-style iron table and chairs to sit at for a coffee in the sun.11 Jul 09:00 PM
LifestyleNZ library up for major international awardThe new Devonport Library has been shortlisted for the 2015 Public Library of the Year Award.07 Jul 05:30 AM
LifestyleDesign & build: Stumbling to the endThe light at the end of the building tunnel is growing stronger.04 Jul 10:00 PM
LifestyleIf your wine could talk, what would it say?What if wine could talk back? What if the bottle you see on the shelf already knew what was going to happen before you put it in your trolley? What would yours say?26 Jun 01:35 AM
LifestyleDesign & build: An unexpected gemGlass lets the house be a part of its surrounds.20 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleLiving spaces extend outdoorsGood outdoor furniture can move your living spaces outside, writes Carol Bucknell.20 Jun 09:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & Build: Episode 13The Block NZ 2012 winner Ben Crawford and his fiance Kylie are building their dream home. Share their proud moments and pitfalls every week.Watch17 Jun 10:42 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Watertight and not a moment too soonAfter a long wait, work can begin again.06 Jun 10:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Harnessing natureUnexpected delays turn out to be bonus in disguise for landscaping.30 May 10:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Curtains, blinds or a bit of both?What you put on your windows adds comfort and privacy without a loss of view.23 May 10:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Episode 12The Block NZ 2012 winner Ben Crawford and his girlfriend Kylie are building their dream home. Share their proud moments and pitfalls every week.Watch09 May 04:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Sliding doors make markA must-have feature has finally arrived.02 May 10:00 PM
OpinionBella Katz: The ugly side of design in AustraliaAustralian intellectual property laws are more lenient than those of Europe and the US, causing problems for NZ designers.28 Apr 12:30 AM
LifestyleDesign & build: Tick tock, tick tockSanding and painting are sure signs they're on the home stretch.25 Apr 10:00 PM
LifestylePaint job is always a winnerIn the booming Auckland property market, most money put into renovations will add to a house's value. But spend well and you could get up to $4 back for every $1 spent.25 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Putting the smarts in a smart homeTailor your home to your electrical needs.18 Apr 10:00 PM
Lifestyle15 ways to spruce up your homeGive your home a new look for winter with black, white, a dash of colour and added whimsy.18 Apr 02:00 AM
New Zealand10 ways to a liveable AucklandDon’t panic, Auckland can be fixed. Greg Dixon talks to the author of a new book on New Zealand urban design about the 10 things we need to do to make it truly liveable.17 Apr 10:00 PM
LifestyleThe seven deadly sins of decorNo one loves a dull home. Kirsten Matthew talks to four experts to find out how to avoid the seven biggest pitfalls of interior design.17 Apr 09:00 PM
BusinessPrefab homes get green tickPrefabricated homes offering up to 15 per cent reductions in building costs are gaining a powerful boost from a green think-tank seeking sustainable ways of tackling the housing crisis.13 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Two become oneThe house has come together over the past couple of weeks, literally.04 Apr 05:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Episode 11The Block NZ 2012 winner Ben Crawford and his girlfriend Kylie are building their dream home. Share their proud moments and pitfalls every week.Watch28 Mar 03:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Let the painting beginBrushes and rollers are ready for action.21 Mar 09:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Entering the home straightThe living room pod has finally arrived.13 Mar 09:00 PM
LifestyleMore women doing DIYThe Kiwi bloke is a key part of NZ's collective self ideal, but new research shows it is now almost as likely to be his wife or daughter getting ready to roll up her sleeves.07 Mar 11:05 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: An automatic homeControl heating and lighting with your phone.07 Mar 09:00 PM
New ZealandMore Kiwis opt to renovateHome renovating has become a $1.5b boom industry as a growing number of house owners turn their backs on trading up in a rampant property market.07 Mar 04:00 PM
LifestyleDesign & build: Time counts down, mortgage climbs upAs the build goes on, the house is feeling more like a real home.28 Feb 09:00 PM
