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IN SPI R I NG DE SI G NE Interior stylist Alex Fulton’s latest design feature in the November/December issue of Abode was cause for inspiration on our socials, from the Country Kid bedroom-look, complete with calming shades of green, dynamic brick and concrete shades to the Modern Town living room. To see the latest Abode interior styling feature from our new design team, go to page 24.
C HIS TO R ICAL TR EASU R E Readers of the November/December issue enjoyed the sympathetically restored historical cover home designed by influential early 20th century architects Collins and Harman. The updated classic interiors and bathrooms with natural stone and large format tiles were full of inspiration.
ACCO M M O DATI N G S T Y LE B This stunning holiday home, designed for three generations of one family by Stufkens and Chambers Architects and Kershaw Builders, was a firm favourite with our readers in the November/December issue of Abode. This beautiful Twizel ‘bach’ even has space for the horses. 4
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his summer, we have wanderlust; we have yet to figure out exactly where, though. Like many, there’s no better place to celebrate the festive season than by the water’s edge. In preparation, some of us wax, others tone, some pre-tan while a good number dust off the trunks worn last summer. Some of us do so with trepidation. Ironically, it is an overcast rainy day as I sit down to write this. Not all is lost. It is the perfect day to crack into Christmas pudding production; they simmer away on the stovetop. I’m not sure if I have previously mentioned, but the transition from the late Nana Doris’ traditional recipe to a plant-based one is complete. While possibly disapproving, she’ll be happy to know her pot, measuring cup and teaspoon are still in use. Not all tradition is lost. Doris can rest easy. With the puddings simmering away, out of the corner of my eye, I am also keeping an eye on Selling Sunset, a real estate programme on Netflix that has captured half the family’s attention. A programme based on the premise that people are interested in glamorous self-centred, Botox-filled, chestaugmented, fashion house attired female real estate agents, who are marketing, for the most part, ostentatious properties to similarly vain prospective buyers. All set in Los Angeles.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BUYER F R O M F I R S T- H O M E B U Y E R S T O R I G H T- S I Z E R S , S T E V E A N D B E L I N D A E L L I S F R O M B AY L E Y S F E N D A LT O N T E L L U S H O W T O I D E N T I F Y T H E R I G H T B U Y E R S F O R Y O U R H O M E A N D T H E F E AT U R E S T H AT W I L L T I C K A LL THEIR BOXES. FI R S T- H O M E B U Y E R S Homes with good bones and the potential to add value top the list. Character bungalows are often the dream property these buyers have visualised. Price point is everything as their budgets can be very fixed, and they are most probably dealing with KiwiSaver. Location is important, but in this current market, buyers are purchasing out of their desired areas just to secure a home. TH E S E CO N D - H O M E B U Y E R More space is often the main driver for this group as families may be expanding. School zones can be critical, as can a second bathroom and an extra bedroom. Maybe a study nook or room that can have versatile uses, smart storage solutions and garaging. Key considerations are good indoor-outdoor flow or the right orientation to create an alfresco environment for growing children to enjoy. THE MOVING-UP-THE-L ADDER BUYER This group has probably owned a home for some years, has great equity and is looking for a next-level home. High school zones can be a factor or walking distance to schools. Location will be vital; double glazing and modern exteriors and interiors will attract their attention. Neutral contemporary colour palettes will appeal. Flowing spaces for entertaining that connect inside and out with maximum sun will also catch their attention. 16
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