local loving :: bach goodness

This is Kiwi ingenuity at it’s best. Innovative, responsive and flexible. Love love love it. (And want one)

“The holiday retreat is designed to close up against the elements when not in use, and measures a mere 40 square meters. It accommodates a family of five in a kitchen/dining/living area, a bathroom and two sleeping zones”

By Crossan Clark Carnachan Architects found here

friday fix :: caffeine kick (part two)

Following on the last post on Starbucks, I came across another. Meant to be. This little beauty is part of the brands innovation laboratory roll out and is located in a bank vault in Amsterdam.

In their own words “with its ‘Slow’Coffee Theatre, hyper local design, floating community gathering spaces and  on-site baking, Starbucks – ‘The Bank’ is a glimpse into Starbuck’s vision to the future.”

By Liz Muller found here

local loving :: rusty key journal

In the days of all things digital, hand held and electronic, it makes a lovely change to find something crafted.

Like this journal.

Made by hand it’s one of a kind. Distinct, unique and yes, made in New Zealand. Of course.

By Honey Design books

local loving :: imperial beauty

Tucked away in the heart of Auckland’s BDC are 3 little known buildings. Neglected and in a state of disrepair they lay vacant for decades. Phiilimore properties saw potential where others did not and now they are transformed into almost magical interlocking spaces housing cafes, restaurants and offices.

For the full story on the Imperial Buildings read here

local loving :: pil hanging lamp

Hand turned timber from Southland (South Island of NZ) and artisan hand blown glass. A combination that can’t go wrong. Add LED lighting and these pendant “PIL” lights are just lovely. Simple and so well done.

New Zealand goodness. Found here.