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HOME: WHERE THE HEART IS
LAHOOD AND LUXAFLEX THE PERFECT COMBINATION TO BEAT THE SUN AND REDUCE THE HEAT IN YOUR HOME
It doesn’t get much better than a Kiwi summer, and we are having a hot one this year.
With more time spent at home during the holiday season and the sun stronger than ever, you need window coverings that go above and beyond standard shading to both enhance your home and your lifestyle.
For most, windows, glazing and house layout, are effectively set in stone – though it is good to understand how your home's orientation impacts light in different facing rooms.
In contrast, shading and internal window coverings are simple to execute and often negate the other variables.
Lahood is the only Luxaflex Gallery partner in Auckland, supplying and showcasing an extended Luxaflex product range which is sure to inspire. From roller blinds to venetians, shutters to sunscreens, there is a shade solution for every window type, every home or apartment.
Roller blinds, a designer window covering staple, make a statement in your living rooms and bedrooms. Luxaflex® Roller Blinds' slim and contemporary profile and design versatility makes them a perfect choice for any interior. From screening the sun and filtering the light to creating darkness, they allow you to unify your home with one window covering style while giving every room the individual attention and treatment it deserves. And with a recent fabric range extension, there are now even more contemporary and on-trend colours to pick from.
Venetians and shutters effortlessly control light and shade, ventilation, and privacy. Great for larger windows, and in the apartment, simple and stylish, Luxaflex® Aluminium Venetian Blinds provide a timeless design to suit most interior styles. With a range of profiles and colours, you will be amazed at the protection they offer and the ease of use, particularly if you add automation. combination of functionality, durability and practicality in a window covering. They provide light and heat control, and a contemporary look that is just as at home in modern builds as they are in traditional villas.
Duette shades hold their own in any climate. Perfect for any room, Luxaflex® Duette Shades keep out the sun and heat during the long hot summer days. The pockets of air in Duette Shades' honeycomb structure traps and blocks incoming heat, keeping the home cooler inside, helping to keep you and your family comfortable. From room temperature regulation and UV protection to child-safety and automated solutions, Duette Shades offer something for everyone and their homes this summer.
For something a bit sophisticated, Luxaflex® Timber Shutters and Australian made PolySatin® Shutters are a beautiful From inspiration to installation, Lahood Window Furnishings do it all.
LOCALS TRANSFORM THEIR FRONT GARDEN IN GREY LYNN
Last year local resident John Kirman and his family transformed their front garden on Williamson Avenue into a space where they grow herbs and vegetables, along with a few flowers to add a bit of colour.
As John explained, "It’s quite unusual to have the garden on the front like this but we really love it and we get inundated with compliments from people walking by who have watched it flourish over the last 12 months.
"I aim to give people some inspiration to get out in the garden and grow your own food. Dig up some of the lawn and make it productive."
Refined Living is the new brand name for beloved design store JI Home. The team start 2022 not only with a new brand name but also an impressive new showroom at The Strand in Parnell.
“The same people, same company, same amazing furniture brands – just with a fresh look and an incredible new showroom,” says Tracey Johnston, owner of Refined Living.
The new Auckland showroom offers a larger more spacious showroom space at 59-61 The Strand, Parnell. It's an exciting time for the Refined Living team and all those who love their timeless, high quality design aesthetic.
Visit the new showroom now.
REFINED LIVING, 59-61 The Strand Parnell, T: 09 930 6268, www.refinedliving.nz
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HOME WHERE THE HEART IS @ MELUKA
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Now more than ever, some of us are spending more time at home than before.
In such changing times the opportunity to rest, relax and restore health and equilibrium holds a more vital place in how we manage our lives.
Fundamental to this process is how we sleep. Finding a perfect sleep position is one of the best things you can experience; it allows you to not only feel more relaxed but to fall asleep faster and have a more rejuvenating sleep.
When the spine is positioned at zero gravity, full body muscle tension is relieved and circulation improved. This can also assist your breathing as you sleep and allow you to find the perfect position for sleeping, relaxing or checking your email.
Not only comfortable to sleep on, the world renowned Tempur mattress gently conforms to the shape of your body, offering a perfect balance of total comfort and superior support.
If you are struggling to get a good night’s sleep a Tempur bed may be the perfect solution. They provide outstanding comfort and support for a feeling of instant relaxation. They come in a range of sizes and comfort options to suit individual needs.
During February the team at Bedpost Newmarket are emphasizing the health benefits of a truly comfortable and supportive sleep environment.
Talk with our specialists now about your needs and help them find a dedicated solution for you.
BEDPOST NEWMARKET, 27 Crowhurst Street, Newmarket, T: 09 520-2221, e: newmarket@bedpost.co.nz
HOME WHERE THE HEART IS NEW WESTMERE TOWNHOUSE HOMES OFFERED EXCLUSIVELY TO REAL ESTATE AGENT’S DATABASE
Real estate is all about who you know… and what they in turn know about the market – particularly when it comes to real estate salespeople and their listings at a time when demand for new homes continues at an all-time high.
A showcase example of this has just come onto the market through Bayleys Ponsonby salesperson Blair Haddow, who has a client with a premium new-build residential offering in Westmere.
Eight town homes soon to be under construction in Westmere are being offered for sale – with the opportunity being exclusively promoted at this stage among Blair’s extensive and pre-qualified database of buyers, many of whom have been unsuccessful under-bidders at previous auctions and are seeking solutions to being ahead of the competition in the market when it comes to securing their next residence.
The stylish two and three-bedroom homes within the Westmere address have basement car-parking, private courtyard gardens, and access to a landscaped central garden area. Prices for the eight terraced homes range from $2million - $3million each depending on size, configuration, and location within the enclave.
Blair Haddow said what while the eight homes were currently being marketed to his database, anyone not already on the private communication channel could simply drop him an email to be included in updates on the offering.
“The vendor may well look at taking the offering public at some stage in the future, however, those buyers receiving the heads-up now have the proverbial ‘first bite at the cookie’ and will have the pick of the crop,” said Blair.
“With completion of the Westmere development some way off, buying now not only gives purchasers peace of mind for the next move, but also plenty of choice with the sale and marketing of their existing home if required. They could either sell now and rent, or sell when completion at Westmere is pending – allowing for a simple moving process.”
The Westmere complex is part of a busy start to the 2022 calendar year for Blair Haddow, who simultaneously has three new listings coming to the market fresh in 2022 - all coming up for auction in the coming weeks, featuring…
31 O’Neill Street in Ponsonby – a modernised five-bedroom/ two-bathroom, villa, with two lounges over two levels, including a kitchenette downstairs. With impressive views toward the Waitakere Ranges in the west and a private courtyard opening onto Tole Pork, the home has off-street parking for four vehicles.
3 Ryle Street in Freemans Bay – beautifully presented threebedroom/two-bathroom/two lounge villa. The home’s master bedroom has its own ensuite and walk-in wardrobe, while the open-plan kitchen/dining/living room opens onto a private courtyard. There is garage parking for one car, and additional off-street parking for another two vehicles.
3/9 Savage Street in Westmere – a modernised threebedroom/1.5 -bathroom cottage with an open-plan kitchen/ dining/living room space leading out to a lovely deck area and patio. The dwelling also has a separate sleepout space and comes with off-street parking for two vehicles. The home also has a separate powder room.
“The vibe I’m getting from vendors and buyers I’m talking to is that the sensational summer weather period we’ve all enjoyed over the New Year holiday break has well and truly recharged people’s batteries, and they are coming back invigorated and highly motivated,” said Blair.
“Last year was emotionally-draining for many people, so the fine settled weather has been the perfect tonic for getting people balanced again.
“That sentiment is definitely flowing through to the real estate market around Ponsonby, Herne Bay, Grey Lynn and Westmere and we’ve got off to a fast start to the year,” Blair added.
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