Art & Design
Exquisite book celebrates plantsMonday, 09 January 2012
As a new year dawns a recently-published, beautiful book is a timely reminder of the wonder and the importance plants play in our lives.
Nature provides artistic modelTuesday, 08 November 2011
Inspirational works of art set amidst the beauty of nature will attract the attention of art and garden lovers over the next few months.
Centuries old trade followedTuesday, 25 October 2011
With the benefit of being trained by some of Britain’s best silversmiths, a police officer has set his sights on a top-of-the-range gift market.
Choosing eco-friendly waysMonday, 12 September 2011
Perceptions of sustainability have changed over the years from the concept of barefoot hippies in a sea of long grass and weeds, to significant lifestyle changes in the urban backyard.
Many shades of whitenessMonday, 05 September 2011
A sleek and unfussy house reflects the owners' penchant for minimalism, but also a keen eye for the best use of space.
Making wooden magicMonday, 01 August 2011
Stiff competition from imported goods makes it tough for manufacturers and Onehunga furniture makers McKean Carnell is just one company that has faced a lot of competition since starting out in 2003.
Nostalgia of the pantryMonday, 25 July 2011
Finding a man fast asleep in the pantry is inconceivable in a present-day kitchen, but it was a common occurrence in the grand houses of old.
Making chainsaws singMonday, 04 July 2011
The sensation of sitting in a chair as a waterfall cascades around the edge is not beyond reality, and wood carver Mark Jones is reassuring that the occupant would not get wet.
Designs integral to lifeMonday, 23 May 2011
Tim Webber is making a name for himself in the design world with his debut solo exhibition, which features items from his first collection since graduating from Unitec in 2009.
Beyond the bench topsMonday, 09 May 2011
A brand which thousands of Kiwis have grown up with has made a startling leap into the art world, and toned down its kitsch colour palette for the commercial market.