Real Advice. Trusted Voices.
For Every Step of Your Property Journey.
Welcome to the Trends Property Insight Series, where we bring together New Zealand’s leading voices in design, building, real estate, finance, and wellbeing to help you navigate one of life’s biggest decisions: your home. Whether you’re renovating to stay, preparing to sell, buying your first home, or planning a new build, this series is your go-to resource for clear, practical guidance. Each episode features in-depth interviews with experts who understand the NZ market and care about getting it right.
Real Advice.
Trusted Voices.
For Every Step of Your Property Journey.
Welcome to the Trends Property Insight Series, where we bring together New Zealand’s leading voices in design, building, real estate, finance, and wellbeing to help you navigate one of life’s biggest decisions: your home.
Whether you’re renovating to stay, preparing to sell, buying your first home, or planning a new build, this series is your go-to resource for clear, practical guidance. Each episode features in-depth interviews with experts who understand the NZ market and care about getting it right.
Trends Property Insight Series
Heart, Home and Harmony: The Right Order for Liveable Luxury
Trends Property Insight Series
Heart, Home and Harmony: The Right Order for Liveable Luxury
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, we sit down with Shelley Ferguson, award-winning editor, media personality, and founder of SF Studio, to explore how great interior design transforms more than just spaces. From early inspiration to final installation, Shelley shares her process for achieving “liveable luxury,” a blend of beauty, durability, and function that supports real life in all its glorious messiness.
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ALL OUR EPISODES
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Heart, Home and Harmony: The Right Order for Liveable Luxury
Shelley Ferguson of SF Studio reveals how interior design can elevate daily life. From liveable luxury and planning to personal expression, she shares how to design beautiful, functional rooms that support how you truly live every single day.
Decoding Your Home Loan: The Practical Playbook for Mastering Your Mortgage
In this episode, mortgage adviser Sanjeev Jangra maps a clear path to pre-approval, smarter loan structures, and day one protections. Learn how to tidy finances, compare lenders, and negotiate as a buyer or owner with tips for first-home buyers.
Signed, Settled, Supported: Making Property Law Make Sense
Learn how to navigate the legal side of property with Kristy Jones of Denham Bramwell — from sales and refinancing to multi-party ownership and off-the-plan builds, this episode is packed with practical advice for every buyer or seller.
Steel Yourself: Smarter Choices for New Zealand Framing, Cladding & Roofing
In this episode, we sit down with Paul Aldolphe of New Zealand Steel to demystify how to choose roofing, cladding and light-gauge framing that look great and go the distance for Kiwi homes across coastal, rural and urban locations nationwide.
Framed for the Future: Joinery That Works, Looks, and Lasts Better
In this episode, we sit down with Haydon Rogers, Product Specifications Manager at Altus Window Systems, to explore how something as simple as a window or door can profoundly impact your home’s comfort, functionality, and long-term value.
Water In, Waste Out: Your Practical Plumbing Guide
In this episode, Josh Marshall of Marshall Plumbers explains what really happens behind the walls. From hot water & pressure quirks to ageing materials & leaks, he shows what to check, what to upgrade, and what to avoid for long-term reliability.
Less Spend More Sell: A Handyman’s Guide to Adding Property Value
Discover how small, budget-friendly improvements can make a big impact with Shane Waaka — from fixing fences and floors to reshaping layouts, learn how smart trades work adds value and boosts buyer appeal.
Don’t Overlook the Overhead: Rethink Your Roof for Real Protection
Roofing expert Steve Huntingford explains how smart decisions up top can protect your home for years to come. From coatings to inspections, he shares how to avoid costly surprises and improve value with the right roofing plan.
Making a Mark on the World with Your New Home
Thinking of building a new home? Jarrod Angove from Landmark Homes shares expert advice on fixed-price contracts, design-build options, and making the home building process clear, personalised, and stress-free — from blank page to dream home.
A Good Yarn: Timeless Textile Wisdom to Inspire Your Interiors
Explore how textiles can shape the look, feel, and function of your home in this episode with Dan Moir of James Dunlop Textiles, where we uncover how smart materials and design-led thinking create comfort, character, and lasting impact.
The Funnel Fundamentals of Finding the Right Buyer
Discover how to prepare for selling with clarity and confidence in this conversation with Rick Meros of Professionals Real Estate, where we explore why real relationships, local knowledge, and strategic support are key to achieving a great result.
Love, Law & Legacy: How to Plan for What Happens Next
Learn how trusts, Wills, and relationship property law intersect in this episode with Shenali Lewke-Bandara of Denham Bramwell, where we explore how legal planning can protect your family, assets, and future through every life stage.
How the Right Furniture Makes a House a Home
Discover how furniture becomes part of your life story with Kim van Duiven of Asko Design — from choosing timeless, sustainable pieces to layering your space with comfort and personality, this episode is your guide to designing a home that truly feels like you.
From Showroom to Shower: How to Get Your Bathroom Done Right
Discover how to design a better bathroom with expert tips from Jennifer Price of Plumbing World — from tapware and toilets to pressure systems and planning, learn what to consider when renovating, upgrading, or starting from scratch.
Bringing Function, Flow, and Feeling to Your Kitchen
Learn how to design a kitchen that works as beautifully as it looks with expert guidance from Mark Bruce of Kitchen Studio from workflow and ergonomics to sculleries and smart design tips, discover what truly makes a kitchen function for your lifestyle.
Everyday Care to Urgent Repairs – Why Kiwis Can Trust AA Home
Explore how AA Home is supporting Kiwis from everyday care to urgent repairs with Nalini Dutt from inspections to trusted tradies. Discover how this coordinated service model brings confidence, comfort, and coverage inside your home when you need it most.
Mastering the Craft of Functional Kitchen Design
Discover what it really takes to design a kitchen that works with Dave Wilson from Mastercraft Kitchens — from layout planning to materials, trades, and trusted advice, learn how this full-service approach supports homeowners from first ideas to final installation.
How the Economy Affects Your Property Journey
In this episode of the Trends Property Insight Series, we’re joined by Nick Tuffley, Chief Economist at ASB, to unpack how the New Zealand economy impacts everyday property decisions — whether you’re buying, building, renovating, or planning for the future.
The Importance of Trusting Your Agent
From the circus ring to record-breaking real estate sales, Derek von Sturmer’s journey is anything but ordinary — uncover how his unique path, sharp insights, and over $100 million in sales are shaping the future for New Zealand’s property buyers and sellers.
The Property of You: Investing in Strength, Stability and Self
Bryan Ellis shares how to stay grounded through renovations, buying, selling or building by protecting your physical and mental wellbeing. Because at the end of the day, your body is the most important property you’ll ever own.
Built to Sell, Free to Grow: Making Your Business Work for You
Kunal Topiwala of SME Financial explains how business owners can reduce stress and build lasting value. From documentation and scalable systems to structured goals, he shows what it takes to create a company that works for you now and in the future.
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