Homewares & Interiors

The festive season can wreak havoc on your finances; you want to be a gift-giving legend but you also need to be able to put food on the…

It's the silly season and since no one wants to spend the limited time we have left trawling for the perfect gifts, we've done…

Christmas is just around the corner, which means it’s time the familiar scent of pine filled your home once more—because we all…

Shopping sustainably is becoming easier and easier, with more local NZ brands being launched all the time specifically developed to be way…

We love a good market, especially one with the word 'Christmas' attached. So hop in the car, crank up the Bublé (your…

When it comes to advent calendars, why should the kids have all the fun? Well, they don't, as it turns out—because a growing…

Christmas is indeed the most wonderful time of the year and our fave part of the festivities is hands-down decorating the tree. That said,…

Receiving gifts never gets old, but when you're the one trying to come up with something new and exciting to give—it kinda can.…

Time to spoil someone, you say? Auckland’s florists that deliver—AKA our city’s professional day makers—are on call…

Mother’s Day is just around the corner (8th of May if you’re wondering) and while not all of us have a mother we almost…

Oh, home isolation. So much free time, so little motivation. As the country faces the Omicron peak, the task of spending ten days at home…

We all know how important good sleep is, just like we know how important quality bed linen is for obtaining that sleep nirvana.…

Whether you'd love to spend your weekend gazing at art-adorned walls with a quizzical look on your face thinking ‘what the heck is…

Lush and luxurious, silk pillowcases are the key to getting the best beauty sleep of your life. Blessing users with soft, tangle-free hair…

We all know the struggle of trying to find the right pillow. It’s a process of trial and error—too flat, too firm, too squishy.…

With Plastic Free July coming to an end and Conservation Week on the horizon, being mindful of our consuming habits should be our way…

Fun fact: Having pot plants around your home can benefit your breathing, increase your immunity, deter illness, and boost your overall…

The winners of The Circle Awards AUS & NZ 2021 have officially been announced, and our carts (and hearts) are full of sustainable swaps…

It'd be fair to say that we're a little bit obsessed with plants here at Urban List – and if you're anything like us, your…

We hate to break it to you, but summer is well and truly over—cue the ugly crying GIF. But in good news, the season for snuggling by…

While previously we may have expressed our sense of self and style through investing in our wardrobes, travel, and experiences, recent times…

If one thing’s for sure, indoor plants sit in a very special place in our hearts these days. You know, those cute, spiky little cacti…

What better way to spend a beautiful summer’s day? Load up your boot on covetable botanical goodies at Auckland Plant Market happening…

We're pretty blessed here in NZ to get groceries—and even alcohol—delivered direct to our door, despite being in the midst…

Summer is nearly here and that means one thing, we’re heading outside to entertain. There are few things better in life than inviting…

If you would love to spend your weekend gazing at art-adored walls with a quizzical look on your face thinking ‘what the heck is…

2020 has been a ride, but one thing is for sure, summer isn’t cancelled. With the temperature rising, Christmas holidays approaching…

When it comes to advent calendars, why should the kids have all the fun? Well they don't, as it turns out—because a growing number…

Reduce waste, save money and create one-of-a-kind pieces for your home—seriously, what’s not to love about upcycling? Upcycling…

Let’s face it—we all have too much stuff. Whether it’s clothes, books, shoes, or even trinkets we were given years ago at…

It’s a common misconception that if you’re renting, you can’t do much to change your space. Sure, you can't knock down…

Scroll any Instagram feed and you’ll realise the indoor plant trend is here to stay. No décor gram is complete without lush…

Your kitchen countertop is about to receive the glow up it deserves after all that lockdown cooking. Kenwood have released a limited-edition…

Across Australia and New Zealand, we are slowly tiptoeing out of iso. It’s absolutely been a hibernation of sorts, some of us more…

Commercial Bay will not only be home to some of the city's hottest new bars and eateries, there's also a tonne of top-notch…

If last weekend was anything to go by, it's time to face the hard truth that winter is most definitely on its way. While we're still…

Winter is officially encroaching with cold, windy and rainy days scheduled for the months ahead. There's nothing better…

While the regular influencer might be grounded by influenza, it’s our DIY YouTubers that are coming to the rescue. While the makeover…

Easter this year is going to be very different for all of us, no long-weekend trips or visits from the Easter Bunny (or is…

Not to toot our own horns or anything, but us Aucklanders are a talented bunch. There’s a variety of shakers and makers right here in…

Houseplants bring a tonne of benefits. From improving air quality to bringing mindful calm to our every day, it’s no wonder…

If you’re a millennial living in New Zealand, chances are you have some indoor greenery. And it’s not just us who are…

Finally, Auckland is getting a David Jones and it's opening this Thursday. The upscale department store is located in the new Westfield…

Indoor plants are the accessory de-jour, and we’re obsessed. There’s just one little issue: we kind of suck at keeping them…

Newmarket, you’ve got it going onnn. There’s no shortage of things to see and do in this happening suburb. Whether you’re…

My house, as they say, my castle. Dressing up your home is something we take very seriously and get super excited about. It is, after all, a…

Christchurch might not be the first place that comes to mind when you hear the words, “shopping spree”. That said, it’s…

It’s pretty well established that Auckland is full of cool, hip and unique things to do. So it’s only fitting that we…

How is Denmark constantly ranked as the happiest country in the world? The answer is simple—hygge. Hygge is Danish for ‘a mood…

You’ve read the book, seen the show and bought the t-shirt—you’re officially a Konvert. Of course, we’re talking…

Gather around flatmates, it’s the new year and it’s time to tackle adulting head on. Whether you’ve just moved into a new…

It’s happening, we’re officially in summer mode right now. The clocks have ticked forward an hour and we’re so ready for…

Let’s face it, Auckland’s housing market is tough. So the truth is we’re probably going to be stuck living with our…

There’s nothing quite like a fabulously fabulous couch or sofa to make a bold statement in your home, and when budget isn’t an…

Famous for her luxury bags and quirky accessories, iconic Brit designer Anya Hindmarch has been responsible for many an ‘it’ bag…

Living your best life is expensive, right? Wrong! You can live it up large without breaking the bank thanks to The Warehouse. The one-stop…

Let’s face it, most of us are probably living in a rental at the moment and will continue to do so for years to come—even if we…

When you think about how much time we spend inside our homes it doesn’t make sense to be haphazard with the décor. It…

So, a thing happened. A ridiculously talented artist is replicating people’s real-life homes into miniature LEGO® versions.…

Auckland markets are on the up. Whether you’re all about making things from fresh, local produce or chowing down on offerings…

Adulthood, it’s a tricky business, isn’t it? As we grew up, bucket loads of information was chucked at us from every direction…

Let’s face it: the probability of any of us owning a large lavish home in the ‘burbs of Auckland is slim, very slim indeed.…

It’s the home décor trend that is showing no signs of slowing down, but is your #crazyplantlady obsession putting your furry…

William Shakespeare was on to something when he said “I would give all my fame for a pot of ale.” We sometimes feel like this…

The days of murdering countless innocent indoor plants are over, thanks to an app that is going to change the way you load up your home with…

Our home is arguably the place where we spend the most of our not-at-work hours of our lives (when we aren’t on the hunt for the best…

If there’s one thing Aucklanders love, it’s a good market. And, jingle bell rock, one of our faves—the Coatesville…

Fun fact: Having pot plants around your home can benefit your breathing, increase your immunity, deter illness, and boost your overall mood!…

There were two types of people in Auckland on Friday night—the one who got rowdy at Drake, or the one who had cake and tea at a…

There’s no doubt about it, we love ourselves a good market any day of the week but with Christmas fast approaching we are even more…

Some argue the sole purpose of a vase is to hold flowers. To this we laugh and say “pfft, you’ve gotta be kidding!”.…

Warmer weather and longer days are among us with Spring in full force! And with Christmas creeping closer (12 weeks to go!!), our favourite…

In the words of Ryan Lewis and Macklemore—‘Can we go thrift shopping?’ Yep, these two were onto something special back in…

There’s two types of people in this world. There’s those who keep their workspace minimal—a ball point pen and a…

While the indoor plant trend may be showing no sign of slowing down, we have grown tired of eyeballing certain species of flora. As much as…

Kia ora our fellow Kiwis! If you’re ever in need of a little Kiwiana get-up, here are a few places in Auckland where Kiwiana…

Ohhh inner city life. It’s no mean feat. You can’t afford a house so you have to live in an apartment but your apartment is so…

It’s almost Mother’s Day—that time of year people where you have to suck up to your mum and admit that she does do a lot…

We feel it’s only fair to warn you that this list could be more exciting than Beyoncé’s pregnancy announcement and your…

Chances are, if you live in Auckland, then you head to Mission Bay—or one of the nearby beaches—at least once a month to soak in…

Ah, plants. You fickle, fragile little things. Yes, you’re cute and make our homes look stylish and ourselves look a little more…

In this day and age, helping good old Mother Earth is a great priority for many and, let’s face it, it doesn’t have to be hard.…

There comes a time when we all must fly the nest. And, whether you eagerly jumped or were pushed out for freeloading, moving out of home for…

New year, new excuse to give your home a little TLC. Whether you’ve managed to jump on the A-town property ladder (congrats!), scored…

A new year. A new long AF list of things you need and/or want to do. While we all begin with the best of intentions, being super duper…

Christmas falls on the same day every year, but seriously, how did it come around so quickly? 2016 has flown by so quickly and, if…

Are you a sucker for cushion covers? Love a good ceramic plate? Need want a new home revamp? Well, get excited, because…

What better way to enjoy summer than by lounging in a comfy pozzy with a refreshing bevvy in hand? Well, this could be…

Gone are they days when you could only get a pizza delivered! Delivery packs are alive and kickin’ in Auckland and they’re…

While a fortunate few can roll out of bed looking like a dewy-skinned Miranda, for the rest of us, looking fabulous can be a full-time…

Look, we all know that you’re—probably—the favourite child, but to reeeeally cement your #1 kid status, you’ll need…

If someone had told me a few years ago that I’d be living in Bondi, I’d have told them to get right out of my face. But since…

Everyone enjoys a good old-fashioned makeover. Especially when you can sit back and watch drab-to-fab transformations unfold on a screen.…

When your out-of-town mates rock up for a weekend and request to ‘do all the things’, it’s easy to feel the pressure.…

It's sad but true—we're officially half way through summer. Don't despair that much of it has been soaked in rain, because…

‘Tis the season to be jolly…and Santa. Whether it’s at the office, Uni or just a group of friends, chances are that…

While the year might be coming to a close, there are still plenty of things to do in Auckland before its officially over. Enjoy a vino on a…

Herne Bay has a new pop up on Jervois Road that’s simple, stylish and, well…pretty darn gorgeous.  The Urban List team…