Nothing says sophisticated quite like a thoughtfully curated art collection. Whether you’re starting from scratch or adding to your cache, these inspiring pieces are sure to be a welcome addition to your walls.
2020
Brass, aluminium, voile fabric
1600 x 1230 mm
From Starkwhite
The Sleeping Giant, Dusky Canyon by Elizabeth Thomson
The Sleeping Giant, Dusky Canyon by Elizabeth Thomson
2020
Glass spheres, optically-clear epoxy resin, aqueous isolation, pigment ink on cast vinyl, lacquer on contoured 3D CNC-cut wood panel
380 x 615 mm
From Sumer Contemporary
The Mill Road Abode by TyStyle Construction and Vamos Painters features the Resene SpaceCote Low Sheen in Resene Half Alabaster. Photo: Rikki Lancaster.
With a spectrum of undertones to suit all manner of requirements, there’s far more to white paint than meets the eye, a tone often chosen for bathrooms, kitchens or anywhere that you don’t want to make a statement. But not all shades of whites are the same and if you know what you’re looking at, there is a sure difference between white and not quite right for you.
With a spectrum that ranges from cool to warm and bright to grey, before committing haphazardly to any old shade with which to freshen up your walls, be sure to consult the colour experts at Resene — because getting the right white can spell the difference between chic and bleak. Below, we share some suggestions for the most appropriate white paint for varying requirements.
To complement bright shades, try… Resene Rice Cake When paired with strong, bold colours, this sharp, clean, yellow-toned white will sing.
To brighten a dark room, try… Resene Half Alabaster Paint ceilings and window frames a bright white to direct natural light into the room.
To bring the outside in, try… Resene Merino This versatile off-white has a green oxide undertone, perfect for a room with a green outlook or garden.
To pair with neutrals, try… Resene Sea Fog The hint of grey in this white will complement pastel, muted and neutral-toned furnishings.
To warm up natural textures, try… Resene Quarter Tea Materials such as wood, stone and linen call for a muted, warm-toned beige like this one.
The weather has officially packed in, but we’ve not had the chance to be upset about it thanks to Dadelszen coming through with a fresh injection of quintessentially sumptuous winter pieces.
The New Zealand-designed, European-made luxury label is now stocked with winter-weight cashmere, which pairs beautifully with its new winter leatherwear, the arrival of which has been highly anticipated by Dadelszen’s legions of loyal customers. The new delivery includes both men’s and women’s styles — here, we highlight some of our favourites for the ladies out there.
Matilda wears the Colorado cable crew in charcoal pure cashmere with the Jitrois Kirsten trouser in black lambskin.
Aspen coatigan.
Any knitwear collection would be sorely lacking without a classic rollneck jumper, and Dadelszen’s cashmere Rebecca rollneck is endlessly versatile — perfect for layering and effortlessly elegant worn alone. It boasts a thick, ribbed edge along the neckline, cuffs and lower hem, and is available in camel, chocolate, navy and Nordic grey.
The staple high-necked Aspen cable knit has received two new updates — one, the Colorado cable knit, is a crew neck version available in charcoal and classic ivory, and the second is the Aspen coatigan, a beautifully elegant, longline knit that can be worn open as a cardigan over tailoring or trousers, or belted as a dress with your favourite winter boots.
Dadelszen’s sellout Bardot top has been reimagined as a dress in camel or charcoal pure cashmere — a sensual piece that can be worn off-the-shoulder or with the neckline rolled into a refined shawl style.
Matilda wears the Jitrois rider jacket in camel suede, the Rebecca rollback in camel pure cashmere and the Dolce trouser in pure wool.
Matilda wears the Rebecca rollneck sweater in navy pure cashmere with the Jitrois Wynn trousers in denim blue. Djordje wears the Gil trouser is marine suede,
The new leather pieces, crafted by the Parisian leather masters at Jitrois and Seraphin, are officially solving that age-old dilemma of how to spice up a winter look. The Jitrois Kirsten leather high-waisted trousers are the ultimate staple, with their leg-lengthening, high-waisted cut. Crafted in a stretch lambskin leather, with a metallic zippered front, zipped pockets and ankles, these trousers have a skinny leg cut and a removable belt — paired with a cosy knit or even a white T-shirt and a coat, you’ll wonder how you ever did without them.
The biker jacket is a perennial fashion favourite, and Dadelszen’s Jitrois Rider jacket makes its impactful entrance in camel suede — a beautifully feminine, neutral take on the style that adds structure to an ensemble without appearing too harsh.
If you have your eye on a particular piece (in our case, all of them), it pays to be quick — Dadelszen operates in strictly limited numbers. Visit the showroom or contact the team to secure the artisanally crafted staples that will get you through winter in style.
Those who know restaurateur Paul Lee will agree — his warmth and charm are infectious. He and his wife Lisa opened their Korean eatery Ockhee on Ponsonby Road in June 2020, and since then have been treating diners to deliciously fresh, modern Korean fare in a welcoming setting. Outside of his day (and night) job, Lee has an affinity for motorcycles and certainly knows his way around a stylish fashion ensemble. Here, he gives a little more insight into his interests, including which artist he would collect if money were no object, and what you’ll always find in his fridge.
What I do for a job described in one sentence: Serving sexy Seoul food with natural wines and tasty beats on every damn day but Monday!
My personal style can be defined by: I’m literally running around all day on my feet and it’s gotta be functional for me! I like to wear cosy fit from head to toe.
The last thing I bought and loved was: I haven’t bought anything for myself for almost a year but I recently felt like treating myself for working 12-to-15-hours daily for almost a year and bought a mohair cardigan and a paisley pattern jacket from Korea — I love mohair and paisley pattern!
An unforgettable place I visited was: Riding a 125cc classic bike with my partner Lisa at the back through the coastline, the mountains and the frosty roads in South Island in the winter time back in 2015. We decided to travel on our bike for a few months after working so hard for years to get our residency. It was so freezing cold but I will never forget those moments of riding around, especially to vineyards to work to support our travels around 6am in the morning, watching the sun coming up behind the white, snowy mountains in Blenheim. Every moment was challenging but I also loved every moment of riding for three months in freedom. Nothing like riding in the wind, huh.
The next place I’d like to go to: I would love to go back home to Seoul to see Mum and Dad and also get inspired by the beautiful city once again!
On my wish list is: I would love to treat myself with an 80s classic bike or a four wheel drive.
My favourite app is: Everyone’s attention seems to be on Instagram at the moment and it would be a lie if I don’t get the most value out of my time digging through Instagram. The value we get through those social media platforms is pretty unreal compared to the early 2000s when the Internet was such a baby and those platforms didn’t exist. I must say that I am grateful to be born in this era.
My guilty pleasure is: Eating Korean fried chicken for every damn day…
In my fridge you’ll always find: Seasonally fermented kimchi and Korean-style pickles.
Clockwise from left: Ockhee artwork by Sure Short; Seoul, Korean fried chicken, Kawasaki W650; Korean stew.
If price were not an issue, the one artist whose work I would collect is: Sam Burton a.k.a Sure Shot.
The last meal out I had that truly impressed me was: Korean stews. I need to have at least two bowls of rice when I have my Korean stews… IYKYK!
Following the announcement, earlier this year, that St David’s Church on Khyber Pass Road was to be put up for tender by the New Zealand Presbyterian Church, organisation Friends of St David’s Charitable Trust is putting out an urgent call to all New Zealanders to help preserve a priceless piece of Aotearoa’s history for current and future generations.
The news blindsided supporters of the important historic building, which was built in October 1927 and dedicated as the Soldiers’ Memorial Church. It was also chosen by the RNZE (Royal New Zealand Engineers) as their church, and holds the Sappers’ Memorial Chapel, RNZE Roles of Honour WWI and WWII and the RNZE Memorial Window.
To raise money to buy and protect St David’s Memorial Church as a living memorial, the Charitable Trust, chaired by Paul Baragwanath, (who was awarded as one of our 2019 Denizen Heroes for his The Art of Remembrance fundraiser) has created ‘To the Stars’, a virtual, 45-minute concert that was filmed inside the church. It can be streamed at www.rememberthem.nz, simply by purchasing a $25 ticket.
Highlights of the programme include performances by opera star Simon O’Neill, pianist Flavio Villani, the NZTrio and traditional Māori composer and musician, Horomona Horo, playing the taonga puoro. Completing the outstanding line-up is a selection of well-known professional and emerging talent such as Rita May, a 21-year-old singer/songwriter on acoustic guitar, and 19-year-old Sozia Herlihy-O’Brien playing the church’s 1910 Croft organ, plus the Graduate Choir NZ and more.
Friends of St David’s Charitable Trust chairman Paul Baragwanath is one of those leading the charge to save the church.
“St David’s is a sacred place. There are no other living memorials built to honour our soldiers quite like it in this country,” says Paul Baragwanath. “This is the inaugural concert of The St David’s Centre showcasing our plan to open its doors as a lively, much-needed centre for music that honours its heritage, allows the church to remain available to our armed forces all while ensuring its commercial survival through concert performances.”
Purchase a ticket to stream this beautiful concert from the comfort of your own home, and you’ll also go in the draw to win one of two Max Gimblett Quatrefoils which were displayed at Te Papa.
The St David’s tender closes on Thursday the 17th of June, so time is of the essence if this beloved building is to be saved.
This year, Watches & Wonders — the global event celebrating the world’s most prestigious timepieces — saw the best and brightest unveil a raft of spectacular new models. Showcasing 38 watchmakers, Watches & Wonders 2021 was launched in a single event spanning online from Geneva to offline in Shanghai, and the timepieces it showcased are absolutely breathtaking.
From Patek Philippe to Rolex and Bulgari, these new watches are deserving of a place on your wrist
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IWC Schaffhausen Big Pilot's Watch Shock Absorber XPL
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It’s always a good time to think about what you could be doing to give back to the community and those in need. It can, however, occasionally be a little confusing trying to figure out what the best use of your funds or your time will be. In this series, we’re highlighting initiatives that we deem worthy of your support. Just in time for winter, here’s what you need to know about Koha Apparel.
The philosophy Founded in 2019, Koha Apparel aims to clothe those in need through a dignified retail experience, while simultaneously reducing the amount of clothing that ends up in landfill. The store utilises a pay-as-you-can system, allowing the community — including its most vulnerable members — to access clean clothing for free or donation.
With around 3000 people living homeless or below the poverty line in Auckland alone, the importance of clean, quality clothing for them is paramount. In addition to providing protection from the elements, it can give people confidence, and improve both comfort and employment prospects.
Who they are Koha Apparel was founded by Charli Cox who, up until very recently, has coordinated donation and distribution efforts around her full-time day job. Aside from manager Ruth Corin, Koha relies on volunteers to keep the wheels turning.
What they do Running 12 pop-ups a month throughout Auckland, as well as Whangārei and Papamoa. Koha Apparel serves approximately 250 people throughout the month, distributing over 600 items of clothing. The service has also just started in Wellington, and is currently occurring once a month with plans to grow. The demand is certainly there, says Cox. “We could be doing pop-ups every night of the week if we had capacity.”
Who they work alongside In Auckland, Koha Apparel works alongside several food and community services, including Everybody Eats, Life Community Kitchens, Sunday Blessings and Feed the Homeless Auckland, bringing people together for some social time as well as to receive fresh, clean quality clothing. Other organisations Koha works with are Feed The Streets, Potluck Communal Kai, LIFE Community Kitchens, Soul Food in Whangarei and Kaibosh in Wellington.
“The social aspect of what we do is just as important — if not more — than the clothing,” says Cox. “I look forward to seeing our community week-to-week, and it’s a two-way street.” The service also has partnerships with several local brands, like Icebreaker, Workshop, Superette and more, that donate excess stock in a move that both mitigates clothing going to landfill, and provides premium, good quality pieces to Koha.
How to get involved If you are doing a wardrobe clearout, donations of clean, freshly laundered clothing with no permanent stains are always accepted by Koha Apparel — including women’s, men’s and children’s.
The preference for warmth or lightness will change depending on the season, so make sure to check on their website. You’ll also find contact details for after hours delivery, or donations are welcome at all weekly pop-ups with an online calendar providing dates.
Cox also stresses the need for regular volunteers to help manage the pop-ups, so if giving the gift of your time will have you feeling fulfilled, we strongly encourage you to make space in your schedule.
Innovative, premium design joins a central and vibrant location to make a newly-launched apartment complex concept one of the most highly desirable in town. Coming to 445 New North Road, Kingsland, The Electric will boast 33 apartments that speak to the diverse range of people who want access to the business, transport and social offerings of inner Auckland.
With a completion date slated for early 2024, the high quality, beautiful living spaces are being designed by the award-winning architectural team at Chow: Hill, led by Director Simon Woodall, and the overall project is being developed by the Cassidy family. The Cassidys have lived and worked in Kingsland since the 1980s, providing them with comprehensive insight into what will be valuable to residents of the area.
The Electric bedroom render.
An unabashedly unique project, The Electric comprises multiple floor plan offerings to suit a variety of lifestyles, with an L-shaped building that has been consciously designed to incorporate green space and exquisite views all around. Apartments will range from 50 sqm to 155 sqm (excluding terraces) with layout options that include studios, and one, two and three-bedroom units.
Contemporary interiors and designer kitchens will provide ultimate comfort while speaking to those who love to entertain, as will sun-soaked terraces and sunrooms. Clever features such as floor-to-ceiling glass bifold or sliding doors will be able to be thrown open to the balcony spaces, creating seamless flow between indoor and outdoor.
A render example of a living and dining space in The Electric.
The Electric bathroom render.
All apartments come with single or tandem car parks and full height storage units large enough for bikes. Motorbike parking bays are also available.
Should you be after a truly luxurious living proposition, the penthouse will boast a 207 sqm interior plus 453 sqm of landscaped terraces to three sides — over 660 sqm total of premium cosmopolitan living space, with stunning views over Auckland.
“Our team including Katie Dickens, Amy Land and myself, wanted to create an apartment complex that set itself apart from the neighbouring developments,” says Simon Woodall. “The Electric has been designed to capture the essence of Kingsland, a suburb that embraces both heritage and modernity, a community of forward thinking, design savvy residents.”
The Electric’s architectural language took clues from their observations of bold, high profile multi-residential developments in Australia, he notes, particularly around the Sydney foreshore. “We wanted to produce a piece of design that simultaneously felt at home in Kingsland and yet stood out in the middle of a constantly evolving, energetic neighbourhood.”
The Electric’s onsite showroom is now open at 445 New North Road and includes a display kitchen and bathroom to assist with visualising the spaces. Prices range from $695,000 to $2.75M+ and the garden penthouse is POA. Register your interest here.
The Electric showroom
445 New North Road
Kingsland
Auckland
Talented florist Isabel Johnston first started in the floristry industry around eight years ago, and quickly built up a reputation for her signature naturalistic designs.
Johnston founded Isadia Floral with co-florist Lydia Reusser in November 2020, and together the duo is even more in demand for their unstructured yet elegant bouquets and floral arrangements that incorporate foraged plants, as well as flowers sourced from Auckland’s flower markets.
Isadia offers retail bouquets and subscription flowers, personalised in-home and workspace styling, and flowers for weddings and events, with regular clients that include Muse Boutique, Kowtow, Fabric, Knight Associates and Monmouth Glass Studio.
With her innate eye for beauty and a love for supporting local or independent designers and retailers, here Johnston shares some of her favourite things.
What I do for a job described in one sentence: I am the co-founder of floral design studio Isadia.
My personal style can be defined by: Being a florist is messy work so most of the time it’s practical — a combo of chunky knits and good denim paired with a nice pair of boots.
The last thing I bought and loved was: A red knit jumper from Paloma Wool, I am a big-time fan of the label and will be living in it this winter.
An unforgettable place I visited was: Croatia — everything about it is magical.
The next place I’d like to go to: Back to Italy! My favourite place in the world.
An object I would never part with is: My late dad’s guitar.
The design (building, person, item) that inspires me is: Dutch landscape designer Piet Oudolf — he is my idol.
My guilty pleasure is:The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
My secret talent is: My friends and I recently learnt a line dancing routine… not so secret but definitely a new talent I am excited to bring out at a party.
I can’t miss an episode of:Mare of Easttown. I am a sucker for a good crime thriller.
My morning routine is: An early morning walk and coffee with my mum. I will treasure every moment I have living close to her and it always sets me up for a good day.
In my fridge you’ll always find: Anchovies, capers and olives for whipping up my all-time favourite dish pasta puttanesca.
Clockwise from left: Paloma Wool knit; Auē by Becky Manawatu; Hera Saabi ring; Pasta puttanesca; Emma Lewisham Skin Reset Serum; Andrea Bolima painting.
My favourite website is:The Planthunter — a beautiful online journal focusing on art, design, landscapes and culture in the plant world.
A gadget I can’t do without is: My phone — it’s a love/hate relationship being able to carry work in my pocket
The one artist whose work I would collect is (if price is not an issue): I recently fell in love with Auckland based Andrea Bolima’s paintings. I would love to have one of her pieces on my wall at home.
The last meal out I had that truly impressed me was: We recently moved into a studio on Anzac Ave and discovered the best Indian food in Auckland at Hobson Indian Takeaways. It’s a small hole in the wall and the samosa chats are incredible.
The podcasts I listen to are:This Is Love and Criminal — I am a big Phoebe Judge fan. I also embarrassingly enjoy a cheeky dose of My Favorite Murderfor my true crime/comedy fix.
The best gift I ever received was: My friends got me the most incredible ring from Hera Saabi for my birthday this year. I will treasure it for the rest of my life!
If I wasn’t doing what I am, I would be: I studied landscape design and would love to practice this at some stage in my life! My business partner Lydia also studied and worked in the industry for a few years and we have chatted about incorporating this into our business at some stage in the future.
I have a collection of: Beach trinkets! My partner and I have a tradition of collecting little mementoes in the form of a shell or a cool looking rock each time we go on an adventure together.
My favourite way to unwind is: Hanging out with my cat PJ and my partner Richie — my two favourite people in the world.
One of the best pieces of advice I’ve ever received is: To live life in the present and be grateful for everything you have. Cliché but true.
While the official start of winter may not be for a couple of weeks, we dare say the weather outside begs to differ. Dreary days and chilly nights call for some serious self-care, and we can safely say we’ll be making a beeline for Spring Spa to experience its luxurious new Augustinus Bader Methode facial.
Using the cult brand’s pioneering (and award-winning) products, this facial is both relaxing and restoring, while boasting some seriously excellent results. Founded by leading stem cell and biomedical scientist Professor Augustinus Bader, the eponymous skincare brand is formulated to help support the body’s natural renewal processes.
The central science is the revolutionary TFC8®, or Trigger Factor Complex, which is composed of natural amino acids, high-grade vitamins and synthesized molecules naturally found in skin. It works to assist the skin in creating its own renewed cells, promoting skin that looks and feels healthier, firmer, stronger and more even.
Spring Spa’s new facial makes use of the brand’s products from start to finish. It begins with a double cleanse using The Cleansing Balm and The Cleansing Gel, followed by an LED light session during which an ache-erasing hand and arm massage is carried out. A layer of The Body Cream or The Body Oil will leave the limbs moisturised.
Next, it’s the Augustinus Bader Methode, which is the hero component of this incredible facial. This is a technique that refers to a special fascia release massage that helps to relax the facial tissue, which in turn enables the muscle layer to create more collagen. The Rich Cream is used with this massage, and together they help to stimulate collagen production both topically and inside the skin itself.
Following this is an intensive hydration mask, using warm Gua Sha to help the product absorb even further into the face, and skin is then toned using The Essence and finished using The Rich Cream for the eyes, The Cream for the face and The Lip Balm for the lips.
Recommended for all skin types (Augustinus Bader products are clinically proven to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and uneven pigmentation), this facial is sure to have you leaving any winter doldrums behind for longer than the duration of the treatment, thanks to the glow it will bestow.
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