Pottery, passion and a new beginning in Matakana
Brendan Adams has been making a living from pottery for over 30 years. Most of that time was spent in his Point Chevalier home studio where he and his wife, Kathryn, established themselves as an important part of the Auckland pottery scene. In 2019 the couple realised they had reached a transition, Point Chevalier had changed and their children had left home. It was time to find a new way to live.
Serene oasis dream turned reality
For Mark and Christian Newman, the creation of their resort-style family haven was a collaborative effort, resulting in a true masterpiece that stands as a testament to perseverance and the power of a shared vision.
With age comes beauty
Loma Studios is the artistic home of Rebecca Lloyd, a seasoned creative who has honed her skills across a range of industries since 1998.
Painting with the seasons
Isabella Rose Young is a multidisciplinary artist living slowly and seasonally in Aotearoa New Zealand, where her practise explores a collaborative process with natural phenomena.
Artwork to complement the space
After working 15 years in the interior design industry, Tori Thomas’ lifelong dream of becoming a freelance artist has now become a full-time gig.
Mud, glorious mud
Potty about ceramics, Kelley Eady loves to create with clay, and says it’s her happy place.
Built with love from the ground up
Caitlin and Zac Anderson, a young couple from Mangawhai, worked with Kyle Kake from Mason Street Architectural Drafting to design their first home. The brief was simple; they had a tight budget and wanted to create a functional first home, filled with natural light and indoor-outdoor flow, while also showcasing their personal style.
Eye on the Poukai
It will have been hard not to notice the sculpture of the giant ‘eagle’ that stands resplendent on the roundabout of the new motorway, but what kind of bird is it exactly, and what does it symbolise? Metal artist and creator of the beast in question, Nathan Hull, has the answers.
A Mua Ake – for the future
A new program addressing employment preparation at Springboard will better equip and empower the young people for successful and independent living.
Keeping accountable
Tiffany Hubbard, a Warkworth local, embarked on her journey as a bookkeeper with a vision to provide comprehensive support to small business owners. After years of balancing a regular job and managing her bookkeeping as a side hustle, she made the decision to commit fully to Inner Circle Consulting.
Voice of the wind
The eighth Brick Bay folly architectural design project is complete and open to visitors.
Labour of love
A stunning house at Langs Beach is a recent project by OTC. Despite some challenges, it is one they will never forget.
No stone left unturned
vUrbs planning services covers all aspects of regional and district planning throughout New Zealand. Their approach is to seek early involvement to identify any issues that might arise from the outset, which tends to saves time and money.
Painting from memory
As the owner of Matakana shop, Neighbourhood Recycle, Olivia Courtney may be familar to some. But her real passion lies in painting.
The inside story
Liz Kerby is founder of Lizzie K & Co, and has a lifelong passion for the inner workings of houses and what that says about the people that live in them.
Bedroom bliss
Turn your bedroom into a warm and cosy sanctuary this winter with these gorgeous colour palettes, eye catching details and an eclectic mix of bedside accessories.
Building a future
Mahurangi College is providing a solid foundation for students wishing to enter the building industry, to develop their skills and be ready to walk straight into a job by the time they leave.
Setting standards
Duncan Northcott started designing tables in 2018 for family and friends and it soon became a thriving business. Here he talks about what sets his tables apart from the rest, and his plans for the future.
A cut above the rest
It’s been an incredible season for sheep shearer, Toa Henderson, who has truly made his mark on the New Zealand competition scene. This season has come to an end but he has his eye on the biggest prize of all for the next season.
From the ground up
An award-winning forever family home in which function meets style, and where craftsmanship and design shine through.