Mid-century modern (MCM) is an interior design aesthetic that was popular in the 1950s and 1960s. Known for its clean lines, bold colors, and emphasis on functionality over frills, furniture and other products that fall under this label tend to be made of wood or stainless steel and incorporate fabrics […]
Month: December 2021
New Zealand has historically been a suburban land. Famously characterised as a “quarter-acre pavlova paradise”, the domestic ideal has long been a single dwelling on a full section. But that is changing fast. With soaring house prices and homes in short supply, medium-density development is set to fill urban and […]
For many people, having to spend lots of time at home can highlight the flaws in their living situations. Either we need to do a bit of remodeling to bring things up to date or we need some maintenance to keep things running smoothly. Judging by the amount we’re spending […]
Photo: istockphoto.com A popular childhood experiment involves learning how to grow an avocado seed over a jar of water. Within a few weeks, thread-like roots appear, spreading throughout the jar, then a tender green sprout emerges from the top of the seed, and voila, an avocado seedling appears. Now the […]
No one is safe. That’s the disturbing lesson of 2021, a year when every corner of the US was pounded by deadly weather disasters. A wicked winter storm descended on the middle of the country in February, bringing subfreezing temperatures to the typically temperate Texas, knocking out power and freezing […]
New Year’s Eve numerals for 2022 arrive in New York’s Times Square on Dec. 20, 2021. Rob Kim | Getty Images Entertainment | Getty Images Rethink your retirement timeline Cecilie_Arcurs | E+ | Getty Images The Covid-19 pandemic has forced many people to re-evaluate their relationships with work and careers. […]