Retro-styled fittings and appliances have been in vogue for a while, and with super stylish offerings such as this gorgeous coffee machine from Smeg, the trend doesn’t look to be going anywhere. The three button selection allows for one or two cups and a steam function. The coffee temperature and water hardn

    Smeg’s Dolce Stil Novo wine coolers were designed in partnership with some of Italy’s top sommeliers. Well built and attractive, they feature several clever features, such as independent temperature zones, perfect for storing red, white and sparkling wines.  The wine coolers maintain humidity

  A kettle and mixer tap in one! It’s the solution your crowded benchtop has been waiting for. Now near-boiling water for hot drinks and cooking is instantly available from a sleek, Italian designed multi-functional tap. The innovative single sink mixer tap has two levers; one dispensing near-boiling water,

  Buying in subdivisions has become a popular choice for homeowners enduring the Canterbury rebuild, and helping this growing demographic of proprietors to bring to life their dream homes is Christchurch-based Misco Joinery. Having been in the trade for 30 years, Misco Joinery has come to understand that trend

  A kitchen that flows like a work of art is one that has not only been designed and dressed well, but one that also prioritises effortlessly functioning hardware. Kitchen and interior extraordinaire, Melanie Craig of the award-winning, Wanaka based Melanie Craig Design Ltd, specifies Blum products for just th

By Terri Cluckie Building and renovating a new kitchen can be tricky, especially if it is a first-time project, so hearing from professionals about how they deal with their own spaces when designing, building and completing a project can be a good place to start. We speak to two architects about award-winning kitchens

Liquid elegance Norman Copenhagen Cognac Glasses When we have a favourite tipple, we usually like to treat it right. These uniquely designed glasses by Norman Copenhagen are made specifically to enhance the deep colour and liquid movement of cognac. If placed on a table the glass will gently turn, exposing the f

Profitec 700 Coffee Machine For coffee lovers, nothing beats a freshly brewed cup of espresso in the morning – especially if it’s coming straight from your own kitchen. This Profitec 700 espresso machine is a little more high maintenance than your average coffee press or instant machine, but it is miles ahead in