Kiwi homes designed with summer in mind, from Auckland to Wānaka

From the team at NZ House & Garden [NZ House & Garden] [NZ House & Garden - From the Editor]( Hi {NAME}, The houses and gardens that feature in NZ House & Garden are often a result of passion – whether it’s for interiors, family, plants or places. This issue is a great example of what drives home and garden owners. My predecessor, Sally Duggan, was editor of NZ House & Garden for about a decade, and we're delighted to take you into Sally’s own home this month – a property that’s been in the family for decades. Renovating the house, which began life as a humble bach-like dwelling, was an exciting and all-consuming project for Sally and her husband Nick. It kicked off with five words Sally wrote on a Post-it note expressing her vision: casual, calm, retro, modest, interesting. Contrasting in size, a home in Christchurch is an extraordinary abode full of treasures sourced locally and overseas, a testament to the owners love of seeking out special pieces. Another couple who have created their dream home are self-confessed Francophiles Tracy Rutherfurd and Nic Holland whose historic and lavish three-storey townhouse in the south-west of France is an ode to all things French. Finally, our feature garden is a simple suburban plot in Kāpiti, utterly transformed with a wildflower-style profusion of colour and what the owner calls “a sea of flowers”. They’re all a lesson in how following our passions can have wonderful results. [Naomi Larkin] Naomi Larkin Editor [Naomi Larkin] Naomi Larkin Editor     In our February issue   From the heart in Auckland Former NZ House & Garden editor Sally Duggan unveils the reimagining of her beloved North Shore home in our February issue, out now. The house, which has been in the family for more than 70 years, was once a tiny one-bedroom dwelling and had been added to over the years. Now, after a major renovation, the hodgepodge of buildings has been knitted together, giving a feeling of more space. True romance in France The Kiwi owners of Auckland vintage and antiques furniture and homeware store Romantique found their dream home in France and divide their time between New Zealand and Villeneuve-sur-Lot. They were won over by the single photo on the property's for sale ad of a magnificent spiral staircase, and when they saw the late-19th century townhouse they fell in love with its other original features too.     A collector's edition in Canterbury A Christchurch couple have a history of discovering gorgeous things, including this grand and unusual home in Fendalton – our latest issue's Home of the Month. It is built like "a fortress", with deep foundations, thick masonry walls and Ōamaru stone cladding, and the couple have stamped their own style on the home, modernising, enhancing and embellishing its unique elements inside and out. 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[Find out more](   Suburban sanctuary on the Kāpiti Coast A Paraparaumu plot has been transformed into a plant-filled paradise by an urban designer who bought the property because it was close to the beach and didn't need major work. The garden was a blank canvas and he set out to create a sense of privacy within the urban setting. The result is three separate zones fulfilling different needs.   Sponsored content SALE ends this Saturday Storewide, there is at least 15% off everything in stock at Ligne Roset Auckland. Big reductions on selected Togo, Ploum and leather sofas in stock. Plus, up to 60% off clearance and end-of-line items. Conditions apply. [Shop SALE now](   Special Feature: Walls & Windows February's Special Feature takes a look at the latest trends in windows and walls, from serene to punchy and playful. There's a decorative style for all – find yours in our latest issue, in stores now. Mixing it up in Christchurch An elegant seaside home cleverly mixes old and new styles at Moncks Bay. The home has a Hamptons vibe, with a pitched roof, cedar shingle cladding and white wainscotting and shutters, which all contribute to its laid-back beachside feel.   Sponsored content Make your pool dream a reality Try before you buy this summer at The PoolHouse, the only place in New Zealand where you can visualise what next summer could look like at your place. Come and visit The Poolhouse's newly opened outdoor display centre at its Auckland branch. Each of the 11 fibreglass pools is perfectly landscaped so you can imagine your own backyard paradise. You can even bring your togs and take a dip. [Find out more](   [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). 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