I'm dreaming of a perfect kitchen

Get the 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 from Stuff's Homed team ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     ͏ ‌     [Support our Journalism]( [Support our Journalism »](   HOMED 11 May 2024   Kia ora {NAME}, Here at Homed, awards season is in full swing. We are seeing dozens of gorgeous houses and buildings for the regional NZIA architecture awards - this week it is Canterbury architecture in focus. And we just love [the Seven Colorful Little Houses in Rolleston](stuff.co.nz/home-property/350271134/seven-colourful-little-houses-collects-architecture-prize?lid=wm2h29z7xitk&utm_source=editorial%2Bnewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Stuff%2BHomed&utm_content=email%2Blink) that have taken out a Housing - Multi Unit award and a Resene Colour Award. These homes are similar in design, but they’re all a different colour, and that extends right through to the interior. Take a look at the kitchens. I can’t work out which colour I like best - red, orange, green, blue … they’re all brilliant. And it’s kitchens in focus with the [TIDA Kitchens awards announced](stuff.co.nz/home-property/350271143/award-winning-kitchens-include-grand-designs-house?lid=yucj3n1viflf&utm_source=editorial%2Bnewsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Stuff%2BHomed&utm_content=email%2Blink) this week. There are four winners, and I have taken a particular shine to the one in the [Grand Designs NZ house in Mahurangi]( that featured in the last season, screening in November. Designed by owner-architect Felicity Brenchley, this house is a magnificently detailed family home that references Mid-century design. And that is much in evidence in the kitchen, which has beautiful oak veneer cabinetry and a long island with contrasting dark-stained timber beading. I have had the privilege of [seeing this house in person]( - it was my favourite Grand Designs build last year. Coming home to my tiny galley kitchen and over-filled cupboards was a comedown. But I cope, because, like many of you, I don’t have a choice. And when that small space is filled with friends and family, it doesn’t matter anyway. It doesn’t hurt to dream, though. We are still calling for entrants to our [Resene test pot competition](. Send us pics of a creative project you've completed with test pots, and WIN! Colleen Hawkes Senior Reporter Colleen Hawkes Senior Reporter Enjoying this email? [Check out Stuff's other daily and weekly newsletters.](   [Is buying a coastal prop­erty­ a good idea?]( It may seem like an idyllic lifestyle, but this expert recommends a few checks before jumping into buying by the sea. [Seatoun owners swapping one seaside hamlet for another]( It may seem humble from the outside, but inside this seaside bungalow with a 26m-long living room is a whole other world. kitchens include Grand Designs house]( This house was a Grand Designs NZ favourite last season, and now it has been recognised as having one of the four best kitchens in the TIDA Kitchens awards. Colourful Little Houses’ collect Canterbury architecture prize]( These seven houses modelled on DOC huts have won a major architecture award, along with 24 other exceptional Canterbury projects. McCloud: ‘I can spend 15 hours making an Ikea table’]( Grand Designs UK guru Kevin McCloud talks about the ‘best and worst’ things in his life - turns out he’s very patient, and he can sing. Support the Stuff you love. If you enjoy this content, please consider making a contribution. It can be as little as the cost of the coffees you drink while enjoying our news, podcasts and videos. [I'd like to contribute →]( [Discover more at Homed]( [Manage Stuff Account]( [Unsubscribe]( | [Terms & Conditions]( | [Privacy Policy]( You are receiving this email because you are subscribed to the Stuff Homed newsletter. Did a friend forward you this email? [Sign up to get the Stuff Homed newsletter in your inbox.]( Stuff, 4 Williamson Ave, Ponsonby, Auckland 1021, New Zealand [Instagram]( [TikTok]( [YouTube]( * You can email us at [feedback@stuff.co.nz](mailto:*%20You%20can%20email%20us%20at%20feedback@stuff.co.nz,%20or%20call%20us%20on%C2%A00800%20339%20000.), or call us on [0800 339 000](tel:0800%20339%20000).