Garden Waste to Rewilding Gold
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Garden Waste to Rewilding Gold

The brainchild of Tim Stewart and Louise McRae, Birds Bags is transforming garden waste into a powerful rewilding tool.

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Green Guardians
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Green Guardians

Te Arai Native Nursery has a clear goal - to preserve Aotearoa's native flora and support the well-being of the community.

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Sustainable Artistry and Award-Winning Design
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Sustainable Artistry and Award-Winning Design

As architect, owner, project manager and craftsperson, Felicity Brenchley was involved in every step of this project, affording her the opportunity to take a slower approach and invest her time to achieve a higher quality outcome.

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My Patch
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

My Patch

Taking the guesswork out of growing cut flowers at home.

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Belle Escape - Win a winter Getaway on Waiheke
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Belle Escape - Win a winter Getaway on Waiheke

Situated along the picturesque ridgeline overlooking Piemelon Bay on Waiheke Island, this architectural home offers a unique getaway where guests can relax and unwind from the hustle and bustle of everyday life while indulging in luxurious details, thoughtful comforts, and breathtaking views.

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Modern Luxury in Nature
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Modern Luxury in Nature

Established trees and panoramic vistas of the Brynderwyns made this site the perfect location for a family seeking a change in lifestyle and dreaming of a place they could relax and grow.

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No more boring_
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

No more boring_

An unexpected reconnection with his roots saw Matakana local, Gwynn Hoskins, co-founding a company that is transforming New Zealand workplaces.

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Rural aesthetics reimagined
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Rural aesthetics reimagined

Nestled amidst a verdant expanse of native bush, this home exemplifies a harmonious blend of sustainable design principles and rural architectural aesthetics.

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Internationally acclaimed artist returns to Warkworth
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Internationally acclaimed artist returns to Warkworth

Nestled in the heart of Warkworth, overlooking the picturesque Mahurangi River, a new era of tattoo artistry unfolds. Meet Ryan Evans, an internationally acclaimed tattoo artist whose journey has taken him from London to Los Angeles and beyond.

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Layers of emotion
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Layers of emotion

Growing up in Melbourne, Tracey Coakley's journey with art began in her childhood. Her passion for creating never waned, and in 2000, after returning from travelling and living overseas, she embarked on an art folio course. It was here that she discovered her love for oils and has been painting in this medium ever since.

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The builders cabin
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

The builders cabin

Discover the inspiring journey of realising a family's holiday home dream in the picturesque landscapes of Mangawhai. A masterful transformation of their initial plans culminating in the coupling of two transportable pods to create their ideal haven, all while blending functionality, style and affordability.

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Taylored for kitchens and beyond
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Taylored for kitchens and beyond

Local cabinetmaker, Neil Taylor, has a wealth of knowledge and years of experience behind him; becoming interested in woodwork at a young age in his granddad’s shed, Neil went on to graduate as an award-winning apprentice and opened Neil Taylor Cabinetmaker & Design (NTCD) in 2011.

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Transferring interiors with luxe linens
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Transferring interiors with luxe linens

Enjoying a few gins on Omaha Beach as the sun dipped low on the horizon, was the laid-back setting that Sharon Elsmore, the mastermind behind The Linen Trader, found her inspiration.

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Painting with purpose
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Painting with purpose

Meet Bianca and Sam, the duo behind Better House Painters, a bespoke house painting business with a green twist.

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Bringing desert flare to kiwi shores
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Bringing desert flare to kiwi shores

Based out of her home studio in Maungaturoto, Vivian is combining her passion for Western and Americana style with her love of fashion, art and photography to share a unique aesthetic with fellow Kiwis via lifestyle brand, Desert Fiend.

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Flourishing ventures
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Flourishing ventures

Having spent her childhood visiting Point Wells, florist Wendy Hart and her husband Richard dreamed of raising their children amidst its idyllic charm. Over the last 25 years, they cherished their waterside Point Wells bach, until two years ago when they decided to deepen their ties to the beloved community.

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Celestial festival
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Celestial festival

A three-day festival, three stages, 31 acts, including DJs, performers, live music, yoga, breathwork, meditation and Qigong, and of course a wedding ceremony. Wendy and Brett celebrated their wedding with 300 guests in attendance and personal touches co-created by 85 plus people from their community. A celestial festival with a framework intention of love, connection and oneness, guests gathered to explore these themes while an ethereal aesthetic was created with extensive use of fabrics, from golds in lounging areas to cobalt blues in ceremonial spaces, and at night creative lighting and lasers.

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Embracing heritage, crafting future
Bianca Howlett Bianca Howlett

Embracing heritage, crafting future

Nestled gracefully on a crest along the stunning Matakana coast, this exceptional property seamlessly blends heritage charm and modern luxury. The journey of this remarkable home, now known as Te Wairua, unfolds around the dedication of its owners, Pat and Ginny, who approached their first major renovation with respect and vision.

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