Staying home has never been so easy

The latest from the team at NZ House & Garden [NZ House & Garden] [NZ House & Garden - From the Editor]( Hi, Some time back I renovated a small townhouse and I put so much thought, money and love into that place to get it just the way I wanted it. I incorporated some cool storage solutions, used wallpaper and fabrics to add surprise elements as well as carefully planned structural changes. But I stuffed up with my flooring choices. It was a painful lesson I was forced to confront every time I opened the front door. Our comprehensive Flooring Special Feature – in the August issue, on sale today – should help you avoid the same fate. Full of both inspiration and practical tips, it covers the latest trends and new products including carpet, tiles, timber and rugs. Our stylist Sarah Lods has created various moodboards that combine these elements to provide a clear idea of what options are available in terms of colours, materials and textures. The houses in this issue also provide ample flooring ideas with homeowners having made some bold selections. Beyond that, their homes are chock-full of loveliness – from the layered personality-filled Wellington villa on our cover to the mid-century city-fringe Auckland house that is a treasure trove of cherished collections. Interior designer Robyn Bascand and architect husband David McKay have built a home that suits their joint tastes and reflects their expertise in their respective fields. With its interior palette based on the colours of the materials used, this beautiful and dramatic Canterbury house, and its equally beautiful and dramatic garden, is a real showstopper. If travel is on the cards then it’s worth considering a trip across the Tasman. As Andrea Warmington outlines, you may think you know Sydney but there’s always something to wow the curious traveller, and her feature outlines what joys lie ahead. [Naomi Larkin] Naomi Larkin Editor [Naomi Larkin] Naomi Larkin Editor   In our August issue   Family trust Having faith in each other’s decor decisions was at the core of a Wellington villa renovation that has resulted in a light-filled family home, where bold wallpaper and black and white decor shine. Easy does it Surrounded by great professionals, a couple found building their holiday home in Wānaka a dream process. And with lake and mountain views from almost every room, it is a haven for the family during holidays.     [Love is in the detail] Love is in the detail Cherished collections have found the perfect places to shine in a 1960s Auckland home where, decoratively speaking, every corner is a cornucopia. Much of the furniture, artworks and treasured objects were bought at auction by the owners: “We have very little that was bought new; every piece has a story, and we cherish it all.”   [Escape to Western Australia]( Sponsored content Escape to Western Australia A place of natural wonder, experience the unforgettable gems of Western Australia with Travel Associates, from turquoise waters and ancient landscapes to vine-dotted regions teeming with food and wine delights. [Find out more](   The lay of the land A majestic Arrowtown garden, located within Millbrook Resort, echoes the grandeur of its rugged alpine environment. The Kiwi owners, based in Asia, who sought a semi-rural sanctuary in a place they had long-admired, say it was a challenging assignment for their landscape architects and they couldn’t be more pleased with the outcome.   Giveaway Win a Limited Edition Sparkling Black TM6 Thermomix For the first time, [Thermomix]( is releasing a special edition Sparkling Black TM6. Available in limited numbers, the Sparkling Black TM6 features a triangular laser-designed pattern emulating the sparkling surface of a diamond. We have one Sparkling Black TM6 Thermomix to give away, valued at $2699. Competition closes at 11.59pm on July 24, 2023. Terms and conditions apply. [Enter now](   Special Feature: Flooring Natural good looks with a touch of luxe are taking the stage in our latest flooring choices. We look at the new trends for timber, tiles, carpet and rugs. Perfect paradox Opposites attract in a dramatic Canterbury home of light and dark, old and new, straight and curved due to its owners' skill in the art of juxtaposition.   [Visit our website]( [Buy now]( You are receiving this email because you are opted in to receive the NZ House & Garden newsletter. [Unsubscribe]( | [Terms and Conditions]( | [Privacy Policy]( © Copyright 2023 NZ House & Garden, a division of Stuff Limited (Magazines). Stuff, 4 Williamson Ave, Ponsonby, Auckland 1021, New Zealand [Instagram](