I like to consider the elements that provide physical and mental comfort during those at-home rituals.
feature. It lets you refresh textiles without the need for a full wash cycle and helps to remove creases, so you don’t need to iron afterwards.
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In deciding how a room should come together, I like to consider the elements that provide physical and mental comfort during those regular at-home rituals. For me, comfort is also about thoughtfulness, so think ahead and layer your space with textiles your future self will thank you for.
Satisfy your senses by choosing materials in contrasting textures for tactile appeal, pairing woven and velvet cushions with woollen throws, say. Keep them in good nick with regular steaming or gentle washing. This Fisher & Paykel washing machine has an 11kg drum and a Delicate cycle that are brilliant for large or finicky items such as cushion covers, and a Woolmark-certified Wool setting that’s perfect for knits.
Do the right thing
Sometime in the past few decades, price and convenience began to trump quality, and now stores are overflowing with cheap pieces poorly and unethically made from environmentally harmful synthetics. So what’s the real cost?
You might be in the swing of questioning the origins of your clothing, but do you ever wonder who made your sheets? If not, it’s time to let important details such as sustainability and traceability inform your homeware purchases. Do your research, and choose small, local and reputable brands whose production processes are kind to both people and the environment.
As an excellent alternative to washing that saves both water and energy, this washing machine’s Steam Care can help to uphold your principles while caring for well-made textiles; washing less is a way to increase their longevity, keeping them out of landfill. The machine’s ActiveIntelligence™ tech also cleverly adjusts your wash times for maximum energy-efficiency, while its Auto Dose feature intuitively determines the amount of detergent you need, so you never overdo it. Meanwhile, as well as its heat pump condensing
technology designed to effectively dry at textile-friendly low temperatures, the dryer has a class-leading 10-star energy rating.
Age & wisdom
Vintage textiles have a certain charm that adds a graceful patina to an interior, but if you keep these precious pieces stored away for best, you might find they’re musty and creased when you come to use them. Steam Care is the ultimate hack for nipping this in the bud (as well as when you’re styling with contemporary textiles and time is short), making old tablecloths and napkins as good as new, even removing odours.
Better living
Meeting the needs of your lifestyle, your favourite pieces and the planet feels good — and so does treating yourself right. Everyday luxuries like organic towels are self-care tools that can really boost your wellbeing. And while you’re using them to care for yourself, the Hygiene cycles of this washer and dryer care for them, killing more than 99.9% of bacteria and reducing allergens. Talk about living well…
Take advantage of this washer and dryer’s new Steam Care feature. It lets you refresh textiles without the need for a full wash cycle.
GODFREY HIRST —— Flooring
Godfrey Hirst believe the quintessential easygoing Kiwi lifestyle should resonate in our interiors. They’ve built a reputation as one of New Zealand’s premier carpet manufacturers and hard-flooring distributors through consistently providing consumers with innovative, high-quality and stylish floor-covering solutions.
godfreyhirst.com
PHOENIX —— Tapware
Phoenix’s award-winning Lexi MKII collection builds on the distinctive linear profile of Lexi with a sleeker, more sophisticated aesthetic. The tapware’s slender-profile outlet and pin handle is now elongated, offering a more streamlined, complex engineering element. Another standout feature of the new collection is the energy-saving Cold Start cartridge technology in the basin and vessel mixers, which have achieved a WELS 6-star rating for water-efficiency. Available at Mico.
phoenixtapware.co.nz
POWERSURGE —— Homeware
Elevating home essentials into artisanal accents, Powersurge’s Winter 21 collection presents a timeless suite of brass pendant lights alongside handles, mirrors and furniture. Visit the website for the full Home collection of brass furnishings and accessories, handmade in their Auckland studio.
info@powersurge.co.nz powersurge.co.nz
THREAD DESIGN —— Interiors
Bring the natural beauty of mountain scenery into your home with this unique print by Thread Design. Inspired by New Zealand landscapes, the Altitude collection is created for adventurers and nature lovers. It’ll elevate your home to new heights.
threaddesign.co.nz
FREEDOM —— Furniture & homeware
For nearly 25 years, Freedom has been sending you home with beautiful furniture and homeware at great prices — and now they’re excited to bring you new styles curated especially for you. These gorgeous pieces are designed to fit seamlessly into your home, making it easy to personalise your buys, piece them together with old favourites and create your own unique look.
freedomfurniture.co.nz
BLANCO —— Kitchens
Since 1925, Blanco has encapsulated sinks, taps and appliances that combine quality, design and service. Established in Germany, they pioneered the innovative Silgranit sink and tap material that’s scratch-resistant, and easy to clean and maintain. Now providing refined kitchen essentials to New Zealand homes, Blanco aims to be recognised and respected as the leading brand in kitchen technology solutions.
blanco.co.nz
DULUX —— Colour design service
With Dulux’s Colour Design Service, a skilled interior designer can help you select the right hues for your home. Choose either the In-Home option (from $125 per hour) or the new Online Colour Consultation service ($89 for one hour). Conditions apply; to book and for more information, visit the website or call the number below.
0800 800 424 dulux.co.nz/services
FELTEX —— Carpet
Synonymous with style, luxury and integrity, Feltex design for and are inspired by New Zealand. As leading manufacturers of the finest carpet, they set the benchmark for quality in wool and wool-blend options. When you choose a Feltex carpet, you can rely on almost 100 years of manufacturing experience and expertise.
feltex.com
BLUM —— Hardware
Blum has opened its new destination for storage inspiration in Christchurch at 16 Avenger Crescent in Wigram. Featuring high-tech, sustainable designs and materials, it’s an innovative space where South Island customers can experience how creative interior design can be implemented throughout the home in the form of high-quality fittings. Come and see for yourself.
blum.com
BOCONCEPT —— Interior design
BoConcept are experts at making design, furniture and colour come together in your home. If you need someone to bounce ideas off, their interior decorators are on hand to help you complete any scheme — single rooms, small apartments, big houses or corporate spaces. Book a free consultation with one of BoConcept’s interior decorators today.
info@boconcept.co.nz boconcept.co.nz
CORCOVADO —— Interiors
Corcovado’s Swiss armchair is now available in a new shade, Copper. Designed by Corcovado, the cushions are made in New Zealand from 100% Belgian linen and commercial-grade foam, wrapped for softness to create the right level of comfort and support. Sustainably sourced, the frame’s teak timber ensures each piece has its own unique grain, warmth and beauty.
corcovado.co.nz
PLUMBLINE —— Bathrooms
Plumbline’s range of contemporary and traditional bathroom and kitchen products is carefully selected for their enduring quality, exceptional design and outstanding value. With one of the most extensive bathroom collections in New Zealand, it’s your one-stop destination for your bathroom or kitchen project. Visit a Plumbline showroom or the website for the latest ideas.
plumbline.co.nz
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