Brrrr…winter has really been cold this year … and we have a month or so before warmer weather arrives. It is not too late to prepare your house for cold weather to keep warm and save energy.

The most important thing is to keep the cold air out. Typical leaky locations a...

You might be dreaming about a new bach right now as you rug up around the fire
—or you may already be planning that ski chalet in Ohakune you have always wanted.
Either way, you are going to want to make sure you get it right. You can go ahead and ask the Jones’ what t...

Tiles have developed so far since the beginning of their time.  Tiles were first seen in the second century AD, being used by the Kings of Ancient Sri Lanka on floors and in swimming pools.

We at VRA LOVE to use a tile throughout our house designs. There are a magnitude...

The Wairarapa is full of beautiful villas and large turn of the century homes. A villa renovation is a dream for many of us, but if you are not prepared the reality can be disappointing...

1. Don’t rush it

You develop a relationship with an old home—it can take time...