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Coveted Crib: The Dalman House
As if I needed more of a reason to immigrate to New Zealand, now I'm presented with some of the beautiful work of Dalman Architects. Located in the city of Christchurch, the firm's commitment to sustainability and adaptive designs make it one of New Zealand's top residential architects.
I was particular drawn to a house created for the firm's lead architect and his family.
What a Pair: Baby Otters Welcomed in New Zealand
A pair of snuggly baby Asian otters were welcomed into the world last month in New Zealand and made their public debut yesterday at the Auckland Zoo. The babies are still very wiggly and clumsy (being too young for much coordination), and are small enough to fit in your hand! I used to have a baby otter toy when I was younger but thinking back, I realize my toy was nothing compared to the cuteness of the real thing!
Which Countries Are Most Corrupt? Not New Zealand, Denmark
Money could very well be the root of all evil — though in the latest study of corrupt countries, it's actually the lack of money that sparks trouble. The new report by Transparency International found that in two-fifths of the world's nations, corruption continues to intensify — a trend that can be traced to economic realities. In the countries found to be the most corrupt, 40 percent are classified by the World Bank as low income.
Treelord Treaty Makes Native New Zealanders Lords of Forests
Under the Treelord Treaty signed today, seven of New Zealand's native tribes will now own huge areas of New Zealand forest land. Addressing past injustices with tangible penances, New Zealand has transfered 435,000 acres of land holding large commercial pine plantations in exchange for NZ $420 million (US $319 million). The current pine plantations generate NZ $13 million a year in rent.
Wolf Whistles Drive Woman to Protest — By Getting Naked?
An Internet news rumor run amuck? Sites were reporting this shocking story as fact yesterday — do you believe it? Apparently, a road crew in the small town of Kerikeri, New Zealand, was repairing the main street when they decided to pay too much attention to one woman — who decided to let them know just what she thought about their behavior — by stripping.
Introducing Baby Kiwi!
Last year I was at my local Trader Joe's when I noticed containers of something called "kiwi grapes." I'd never heard of such a thing, so naturally I picked them up. They were small grape-sized fruits which were delicious and tart, sort of like regular kiwi, but sweeter and with a smooth, edible skin.
Designer Spotlight: David Trubridge
In his artist's statement, New Zealand-based furniture designer David Trubridge writes:
My ideas come from the wild places, edges of turbulence and renewal,
where seas break on beaches and headlands, where land and air meet on mountain ridges. I make forms of elemental simplicity, as the erosion of air and water on wood and stone, forms that speak of humanity's survival on earth, of life's fragility and dependence, of comfort in the ways of the past that have succoured us, and optimism for a sustainable and enriching future. I work within the limits of what I have and know, simplicity and low impact, natural materials and processes, leaving a delicate footprint.
Happy Hour: Kono Marlborough Pinot Noir
When YumSugar and I were trend watching at the Fancy Food Show earlier this week, I was really into tasting all of the wines and liquors. Ok I was really into tasting just about everything, but I was paying special attention to anything that would make my next party super duper fabulous (yummy international wines, infused and organic vodkas, martini glasses shrunken to the size of a shot glass, etc). While there, I was lucky enough to meet John, a handsome fellow with sandy colored hair who was pouring tastings of his Kono Marlborough Pinot Noir from New Zealand.
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Air New Zealand's Naked Safety Video
I don't know about you, but I zone out during those safety videos flight attendants play right before takeoff. As masks are dropping and arms are waving instructional demonstrations, I'm either reading a tabloid or staring out the window.
Air New Zealand has found a way to get wayward passengers like myself to pay attention.
Cool Idea: Turn That Frond Upside Down
I fell in love with the topsy-turvy tomato planters when I first found them a year or two ago, but I'm so excited to see the concept taken to a sleeker level.
Ranging in price from $25 to $75, the Boskke Sky Planters are made in New Zealand from black or white ceramic. They're modern, beautiful, and completely unexpected.
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