Ben Crawford discovers how a new space can feel lived in.

Win the cold war with blooms that love winter, says Meg Liptrot.

1. Gardening: A bright idea for mothers

Rubbish bins add zilch to a home's look - so screen them, writes Greig Morgan.

Teddy bears have never lost their appeal for young and old alike, finds Anna Subritzky.

1. Craft: Mum's the word

This 19th-century New Plymouth villa is packed with treasures with their own special stories to tell…

Ben Crawford is taken back to his childhood.

1. Bring back the pool room

Need a new frock? Try a new collar instead.

1. Craft: Flying high (1 comments)

With a snappy hook rack, bedrooms need never be messy again, says Greig Morgan.

1. Sunday DIY: See the light

A Napier couple turned a pair of apartments into a sophisticated, loft-style sanctuary.

1. Welcome to the jungle

The founders of Trestle Union tell us about their top things, from an old T-shirt to a radio constantly…

1. 10 Favourite Things: Scents, Sinatra and sheepskin

A spiritual home is slowly taking shape on a Northland coastal block in the hands of a Maori sculptor and his wife.

1. Artists at work

Ben Crawford appreciates life's finer flourishes.

1. Trusting mother nature

Meg Liptrot has tips to help warm up your kitchen garden.

1. Gardening: Earthy autumnal delights

Greig Morgan makes a jewellery tree that puts precious pieces on display.

1. Sunday DIY: Ready for a rainy day

Anna Subritzky masters a vintage knitting project.

1. Craft: Spongebag square-off (1 comments)

It's a $15 million renovation, an award-winning heritage vision and a blueprint for urban renewal in downtown Auckland…

1. Industrial design at the cutting edge