In years gone by, homes on rural property were really only the domain of those in the agricultural and farming industries. Farmland was exactly that – land to operate a farm on. These days, many people from all walks of life are looking to pack up and move to the country, so to speak. Escaping …
The idea of designing and building your ideal home is a dream come true for thousands of Kiwis each year. As with anything of this significance, care needs to be taken to ensure a well thought out, functional house plan. This article explains some of the main things to consider when designing a home. Given these …
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There’s a lot to consider when designing new home. But, it’s also a very personal thing. Every family will have different ideas about what the perfect home looks like. Then, of course, you’ll need to consider your budget, but aside from that, the options are endless. Here are a few tips on designing your ideal …
Everyone carries around in their head a dream home. Most people know what preferred house designs they like most. It’s just that most people end up buying a house that meets their budget rather than fits their dream home design. But what if you could have both? Wonder if you could build your dream home …
If deciding to become a homeowner isn’t a big enough undertaking, as a potential home buyer you are faced with the age-old decision of whether it’s best for you to buy an existing property or buy land and build a brand new home. For many Kiwi First Home Buyers and home buyers in general, not …
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No matter how you spend your days, one fact is always true: you want your home to be a place of comfort. You want it to capture your personal style and make you feel (pun intended) at home. Crafting a beautiful home interior is more difficult than it seems, though. After all, there’s a reason …
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Summer’s just around the corner, and you might be thinking of giving your home a bright new makeover with trendy furniture. According to Elle Décor, here are the top 5 trends to watch out for in 2019. 1. Blush Tones Blending well with bold colours like citrine, navy and forest green, blush is the latest neutral …
Lesson #1: Categories, Not Rooms Most of us would think that sorting out one room before moving to the other would be the best way to go when you’re doing your big spring decluttering & clean room, however, Marie Kondo’s top advice is to sort out your clutter based on categories first! Her reason is …
The cold breeze is slowly arriving and we are starting to trade our t-shirts for thick jackets and woollen sweaters. New Zealand autumns are especially beautiful but can be quite cold, with parts of the country already covered in snow. This, of course, is a reminder to get ready for the coming winter and prepare …
The dream of an architecturally designed home in which a harmonious balance of form and function is achieved is now easier and more affordable with Stonewood Homes. But what makes a home beautiful and really liveable? Stonewood Homes has a longstanding relationship with Peter Mannion of Synergy Design. He has designed award-winning homes all over …
