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Bedrooms equal sleep. It follows that they should be a place of tranquility, somewhere to calm yourself after a day of sensory overload. Except it’s not always so cut and dried, particularly because many of us also use our bedroom as a refuge and place to be alone, a personal space in which to … View moreBedrooms equal sleep. It follows that they should be a place of tranquility, somewhere to calm yourself after a day of sensory overload. Except it’s not always so cut and dried, particularly because many of us also use our bedroom as a refuge and place to be alone, a personal space in which to watch Netflix or even a study for an upcoming exam. So, follow your heart and create a bedroom that brings your dreams alive in the daytime as well as at night.
We would just say, pay attention to the mattress and the bed. Make sure they’re comfortable and, because they will undoubtedly be the focus of the room, choose your headboard and bedding with care. You will also need a degree of functionality about the room, so ensure that the wardrobe space is sufficient for your needs, that the curtains or blinds provide as much darkness as you need to sleep and that your lighting is suitably ambient but still good enough to allow you to read a book without eye strain.
1. Bedheads are essential
Whether you’re designing a child’s room or main bedroom, a feature bedhead is non-negotiable. It not only helps anchor the bed, but also makes the room feel complete. Think round, oblong, wall-to-wall, velvet, rattan, linen, custom-made timber – the options are endless. With lots of companies now making custom bedheads in New Zealand there are options to suit every room and taste. In a child’s room you can even use paint to create a bedhead – paint a shape on the wall behind the bed or paint the lower half of the room a different colour from the upper half.
2. Focus on lighting
Lighting is one of the most important accessories in any home and an easy way to create the wow factor – think of it like jewellery for a room. In bedrooms, pendant lights are ideal if the ceilings are high enough. In the main bedroom a pendant should be positioned above the foot of the bed, in the centre, so it’s out of the way of the room’s open space. Bedside lights can be used to create ambience at night. If you’re renovating or building, consider hanging a pendant or positioning a wall light above each bedside table. The light switch should line up vertically with the lights and sit 700mm from the floor so it’s higher than all bedside tables. Power points should also align with the lights, sitting just above the skirting board.
3. Always consider proportion
For a bedroom to work you need to think about proportion. Balance is created when all aspects of a room are in proportion with one another, so if your bed looks too big or your bedside tables look too small, they probably are. When you’re laying out your room, check the size of the bed – draw it on the wall or floor if you can. If your child’s bedroom is big, don’t push the single bed right into the corner. Leaving even a small amount of space (200mm) between the bed and an adjacent wall will allow you to make the bed more easily, as well as helping the room look in proportion, as your eye can drop behind the bed rather than hitting the wall and running up.
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We’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!
More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!
… View moreWe’ve all spent a lot of time at home last year, so many of us are in the same boat when it comes to our high power bills! GULP!
More Kiwis are now working from home, if that's you then it's time to check if you’re on the right power plan. SWITCH, SAVE and SMILE this Summer!
Compare with our help and find the right power plan for your household! It’s easy as!
Visit Power Compare to get yourself a better deal. Our service is free, we’re Kiwis helping Kiwis compare what’s out there across Power, Broadband and Money.
One of our newest courses this Term is something for literature fans with a keen interest in history and politics. This course, entitled "Banned Literature: Fiction that Frightens Governments," begins Wednesday 16th February 2022, 6:00-7:30pm (New Zealand time):
This course is designed… View moreOne of our newest courses this Term is something for literature fans with a keen interest in history and politics. This course, entitled "Banned Literature: Fiction that Frightens Governments," begins Wednesday 16th February 2022, 6:00-7:30pm (New Zealand time):
This course is designed with a selection of books that were banned or challenged in different countries on various grounds in different eras. So join us to talk about types of censorship, banned or challenged books, and the freedom to read.
Please visit our website for registration info. While you're there check out our other course offereings in a wide variety of subjects and topic areas.
Valentine’s Day is coming up so come on in and find that little something that says I love you to your valentine ❤️💜💛
And remember a Valentine can be anyone or even yourself!
We have some great sales going at the moment all women’s tops and all men’s tops are half price for the rest… View moreValentine’s Day is coming up so come on in and find that little something that says I love you to your valentine ❤️💜💛
And remember a Valentine can be anyone or even yourself!
We have some great sales going at the moment all women’s tops and all men’s tops are half price for the rest of the week.
WE ARE OPEN SUNDAY! 10-3 pm this Sunday so come on in what a great way to spend a lazy Sunday.
You’ll find us on Fifth Avenue, shop 3 Five Cross Roads.
EarthDiverse is excited about our three new environment courses in Term 1, beginning the week of Monday 14 February. These are:
• ENV101: THE ORIGINS OF LIFE: In this introductory science course, we’ll travel back in time and think about the birth of our planet and the pre-life chemical … View moreEarthDiverse is excited about our three new environment courses in Term 1, beginning the week of Monday 14 February. These are:
• ENV101: THE ORIGINS OF LIFE: In this introductory science course, we’ll travel back in time and think about the birth of our planet and the pre-life chemical interactions that gave rise to life. We’ll then touch on basic concepts in biology and evolution. This course is suitable to high school students and older. Meets Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm beginning 16 February.
• ENV120: UNDERSTANDING GLOBAL CLIMATE CHANGE"
Climate is complex. This course provides participants with the background necessary to make sense of the news and to understand the science behind the climate change debate. We’ll also discuss how climate change deniers and conspiracy theorists use facts to undermine the truth of our current situation here on Planet Earth. This course is targeted for every person on the planet who is curious and wants to learn something new or a new way to think about our planet. This class is also for those who like to draw diagrams. This class is not for scientists. Suitable to high school students and older. Meets Thursdays 6:00-7:00pm beginning 17 February.
* ENV210: ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION- WETLANDS in Collaboration with GoEco. Wetlands are the kidneys of our landscape. In this series of evening talks, our speakers will reflect on the unique aspects of wetlands, relevant science and innovation. Our Environmental Restoration seminar series takes place on Wednesday nights for four sessions, meeting biweekly, beginning Wed 16 February 2022, 7:30-8:30pm.
Visit our website with details and meeting times for each course.
People, places and memories are captured in this year's edition of the Hamilton Heritage Wall Calendar. Get one today during our half price sale! Contactless pick-up is available at all branches of Hamilton City Libraries.
Click on the link below for more library merchandise.
People, places and memories are captured in this year's edition of the Hamilton Heritage Wall Calendar. Get one today during our half price sale! Contactless pick-up is available at all branches of Hamilton City Libraries.
Click on the link below for more library merchandise.
People, places and memories are captured in this year's edition of the Hamilton Heritage Wall Calendar. Get one today during our half price sale! Contactless pick-up is available at all branches of Hamilton City Libraries.
Click on the link below for more library merchandise.
Our February Seniors newsletter is out now. In this issue we announce our Age friendly fund successful recipients, shine a light on the those nominated for the New Years Honours for Services to Seniors and much more. Check it out here: mailchi.mp...
Kia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured … View moreKia ora Aotearoa. Stuff has just finished their annual Summer Snaps competition and we’re thrilled to announce that you'll be the judge of the People and Communities photograph category.
The entries in this category have been shortlisted and we now have five brilliantly captured photographs to battle it out. There's a camera up for grabs for our talented photographers, and it's up to you to choose who takes the crown...and the Canon EOS!
Cast your vote in the poll below before 12pm, 11 February.
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We are delighted to announce our brand new state of the art learn to swim facility is opening in Te Rapa in February!
We offer lessons for infants from 3months through to adult learn to swim. Bookings are open Now. Touch base with us today for all enquiries.
Here's just some of the new courses we're offering in Term 1, which begins the week on Monday 15 February. Visit our website for more details.
Brewed: A guide to the beer of New Zealand
- Jules van Costello.
2017, 2nd edition. Paperback, 236 pages, excellent condition
Since the release of Brewed in 2015, the New Zealand beer industry has continued to grow dramatically, which this revised edition takes into account by … View moreBrewed: A guide to the beer of New Zealand
- Jules van Costello.
2017, 2nd edition. Paperback, 236 pages, excellent condition
Since the release of Brewed in 2015, the New Zealand beer industry has continued to grow dramatically, which this revised edition takes into account by featuring 45 new breweries, meaning over 160 commercially operating New Zealand breweries are profiled. Additionally, the tasting notes for over 450 beers have been revised and are now in a separate section, divided into beer type, for easier comparison of beers produced by different breweries.
Brewed includes a style guide written specifically for the New Zealand craft beer market and has all the information needed to make the increasingly complicated beer world a lot more comprehensible.
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