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Moving Forward
The end of the year is a great time for pause to reflect on not only what has come before, but what lies ahead.
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Connecting your indoor space with nature through biophilic design
The design principles behind the biophilic design philosophy drive how I come up with collection ideas and what type of materials to use.
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Ayke & WhatNot Studio Update
The Ayke & WhatNot Studio has been a great work in progress since November 2020. Read the blog to find out about the latest changes.
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Changing seasons and changing spaces
When the blossoms announce the arrival of spring, it indicates the change seasons and is be a great time to assess your space.
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Meet the Maker Creative Waitaki Studio Tour 2021
Meet the Maker 2021 | Take the time to go out this Labour Weekend and support local artists and makers in the Waitaki region.
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Slowing down to learn
As a beginner, I am enjoying the lessons I am already learning from woodworking. These include the importance of planning and patience.
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Bringing the outdoors into your space
Connect with natures indoors while adding natural texture and colour to your space.
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Inspired by place and the past
Discover the inspiration and influence behind our Riempie furniture.
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Adding warmth and interest with texture
Woolen blankets stored in seagrass baskets next to a stack of firewood. Yes, with winter on its way it is time to prepare for the colder...
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Temporary Sanctuary
With a blank canvas in front of you, how do you create your temporary sanctuary when you camp or glamp?
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Giving back to the environment
We will continue to work sustainably to treasure our environment, especially growing native New Zealand.
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Working with reclaimed timber
We love working with reclaimed timber. You never quite know what you will find once you have cleaned it up, sanded it down and discover its true beauty.
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Maker in the making
Learning how to work with wood, tools and understanding the meeting point of form and function has offered me new perspectives on creativity
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Finding balance with nature's colour palette
Creating furniture gives you the ability to play around with form and function. A way to balance these two design elements is by using...
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Work in progress
While I am definitely still a ‘maker in the making’, being a part of the Waitaki Meet the Maker studio tour is such a great opportunity...
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The Expedition Collection
The Expedition furniture and décor collection is inspired by the intriguing campaign furniture style.
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Getting Colourful
Natural timber will always be our first love, but now and again it’s good to use some colour and experiment with how it changes the piece...
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