From her harbour-side studio near Paparoa, Dominique Crikemans transforms sterling silver into meaningful jewellery inspired by the raw beauty of her surroundings.

Colour, texture, and wallpaper are helping homeowners create spaces that feel personal, comforting, and timeless. We spoke with Carren Richardson, owner of Guthrie Bowron Warkworth, about how interiors are moving away from fleeting trends and toward self-expression in 2026.

Monique Wheat did not set out to become a ceramic artist — clay found her.

A handbuilding class with local ceramic artist Claire Nicholls, taken during injury recovery, quietly changed her path.

Blending rugged materiality with serene Japanese-inspired design, this Brick Bay Heights residence offers a private retreat that celebrates imperfection, transience, and natural beauty.

Built on decades of hands-on experience, East Wood Design reflects a considered approach to furniture making and woodwork that values the natural beauty and endurance of timber.

Interior designer Lucinda McDonald, owner of Soul Interior Design and Home Matters in Matakana, shares her insights on creating homes with personality, warmth and a strong sense of individuality.

This year, Wixii celebrates a quiet milestone – 10 years of natural fabrics and slow fashion.

A masterclass in relaxed, functional design, this Point Wells family home blends open-plan living with a strong connection to the outdoors.

In the heart of Northland’s picturesque Waipu township, the Waipu River Walk & Art Trail has reached a vibrant new milestone.

What began as a simple tea stall at local festivals has quietly grown into one of the region’s most heartfelt creative offerings.

This summer, Brick Bay Sculpture Trail unveils striking new artworks by leading contemporary New Zealand artists, further enriching one of the region’s most distinctive cultural destinations.

Nicky Wilson has spent her life bringing the excitement of fishing to communities across New Zealand.

The Mangawhai Harbour has always been a magical backdrop for locals and visitors alike, but recently, it has become the stage for a vibrant new community movement.

From her coastal studio in Mangawhai, painter Jocelyn Friis creates semi-abstract land and seascapes that blur the boundaries between the physical and emotional landscapes we inhabit.

The next chapter in John Gluckman’s story of endurance, recovery, and adventure.

The 19th Golf Escapes blends exceptional courses with immersive cultural experiences around the world.

Emma Lay is fast becoming one of Mangawhai’s brightest young athletes, carving out an impressive name for herself in New Zealand surfing.

A project deeply rooted in its surroundings,
Ocean View House was born from the client’s core vision:
a home not sitting on the landscape, but becoming part of it.

Tucked away in Mangawhai’s industrial area, Shapers Collective has quietly become one of the region’s most distinctive and proudly local surf destinations.

From coastal paths to countryside trails, Smart Power NZ e-bikes turn every ride into a journey worth remembering.