Shades of Grey

Spotted on Emma's blog - these lovely images of greys by photographer, Petra Bindel for Elle magazine. Enjoy.
Photographs via Agent Bauer.

Yellow and White Striped Rug? Yes Please.

I think this Draper Stripe Citrine Rug from Dwell Studio would look pretty damn good at my place. Just so refreshing. Yellow always look amazing with grey and white which my house has a lot of. Oh, to dream...
Photograph via Dwell Studio.

Round Leather Mirror by Adnet

Spotted on Remodelista - these stylish round leather campaign-style mirrors designed by French architect Jacques Adnet (1900-1984). Available from Gubi, the Adnet mirror is beautifully constructed with leather straps and brass details. What also makes the mirror unique is the strap that holds the mirror is in direct proportion to the dimension of the mirror. Stunning. Check out the exceptional staged interiors by Gubi (above) that exhibit the mirrors in true stylish form.
Photographs via Gubi.

Flowers with a Touch of 'Minty'.

I was visiting Designmade this morning when this new flower arrangement arrived. While I think the orchids are gorgeous, I especially liked the vintage 'Minties' can that acted as the vase.
Photographs by Charlotte Minty.

First Day of Spring...and, oh yeah, my Birthday.

We have a beautiful first day of Spring here in Wellington and luckily I have been enjoying it on my day off (yes, because it is my birthday). Enjoy the glow of Spring and the warmth that will follow. Happy Friday all.
Photograph via Martha Stewart Living.

Another NZ Holiday Home from Dwell.

The view of Kapiti Island from this Paraparaumu Beach bach.

The Parsonson family taking it easy at their holiday home.



Open plan space for easy living.



 Jeremey Hansen, the editor from Home NZ magazine, wrote this holiday home feature for the June issue of Dwell magazine this year. It features the Paraparaumu Beach bach belonging to Architect Gerald Parsonson and his family. While the house is modern, it has been intentionally kept simple and humble, giving a sense of ease and relaxed living as a holiday home should be. The bach's surrounding landscape is left untouched as to enjoy the surrounding dune-lands and views of Kapiti  Island. To read the article by Hansen and photographs by Matthew Williams, check it out here.
Photographs by Matthew Williams via Dwell.

New Zealand Holiday Home from Dwell Magazine

Arrival at the Yates holiday home at Maramaratotara Bay.



The concrete slope at the back mimics the hillside landscape.





Kitchen and dining area.



Opening the sliders and the interior dining area becomes the outdoor dining area.

A great vibrant green used on the kitchen cabinetry.

Easy banter around the kitchen island.

Heading off to the beach.

Recently Dwell magazine (USA) profiled some New Zealand holiday homes and the images above is of one that was published in July/August of this year. Designed and inhabitated by architect, Amanda Yates, this home was built for her parents and the following generations. Set in the stunning location of Maramaratotara Bay, this home embraces the landscape and lets it dictate the architectural language. To see more great photos by Matthew Williams and read the article by Jeremey Hansen (editor of Home NZ magazine), go here.
Photographs by Matthew Williams via Dwell.