Yourstore – Specialists in Home Heating & Outdoor Living Products 🇳🇿
Why Outdoor Living Matters in New Zealand
There’s something special about a Kiwi backyard. It’s where summer evenings stretch out over the deck, where BBQs run late into the night, and where family and friends come together for real connection.
Outdoor living in NZ isn’t just about a barbecue and a few chairs it’s about creating a true outdoor oasis. A space that feels like an extension of your home, designed for comfort, relaxation, and all-season use.
We’re here to help you build that dream space with Fireplaces, Spa pools, BBQs, and Outdoor Cooking gear built to last in our unique Kiwi climate.
Outdoor living isn’t just a home design choice, it’s a way of life. For Kiwis, our outdoor spaces reflect our connection to nature, our love for gatherings, and our laid-back lifestyle. Whether it’s sharing a BBQ with mates, soaking in a spa under the stars, or enjoying quiet mornings surrounded by native greenery, outdoor living sits at the heart of how New Zealanders live, relax, and connect.
Creating comfortable, weather-resistant spaces allows year-round use — turning your backyard into a versatile sanctuary that supports wellbeing, connection, and culture.
Health and Wellbeing
🧘♀️Mental Health
Spending time in nature reduces stress, lifts mood, and helps ease symptoms of anxiety or depression. Even a few minutes outside can improve focus and sleep quality.
🏃 Physical Health
Outdoor areas encourage movement - walking, gardening, or playing with the kids. Staying active outdoors supports heart health, strength, and overall fitness.
☀️ Vitamin D Boost
A healthy dose of sunlight helps maintain strong bones and immunity. Outdoor spaces make it easier (and more enjoyable) to get that natural vitamin D top-up.
💛 Hauora – Holistic Wellbeing
Outdoor living supports the Māori philosophy of hauora — nurturing the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual sides of life. A well-designed outdoor space contributes to balance across all four dimensions.
Social Connection & Lifestyle
🏡 Community Hubs
Shared outdoor spaces, parks, playgrounds, local precincts bring people together. They foster community, belonging, and that friendly Kiwi spirit.
🍻 Entertaining at Home
A functional outdoor area is a Kiwi must-have. It’s the go-to spot for relaxing, entertaining friends, or firing up the BBQ for a long summer evening.
🌱 Connection to Nature
Outdoor living reconnects us with the land — grounding us, building appreciation for the environment, and reminding us of the interconnectedness of people and place.
Economic & Environmental Value
📈 Property Value
A well-designed deck, outdoor fireplace, or entertainment area can significantly increase your home’s appeal and resale value.
🛍️ Local Economy
Outdoor spaces attract visitors and locals alike boosting foot traffic, tourism, and supporting NZ businesses like cafés, markets, and landscape trades.
🌏 Sustainability
Green infrastructure, from native planting to permeable paving — supports biodiversity, reduces air pollution, and helps build climate resilience.
Cultural Significance
🇳🇿 Kiwi Identity
Outdoor living is woven into the Kiwi DNA. It’s not a luxury it’s a lifestyle that celebrates simplicity, connection, and a deep love for nature.
🔄 Indoor-Outdoor Flow
Modern Kiwi homes embrace seamless flow between inside and out — extending living areas, capturing natural light, and turning the backyard into a cherished part of the home.
Photo courtesy of Epic landscapes
Start With a Vision (and the Right People)
Every great outdoor space starts with a plan. Whether you’re building from scratch or transforming your backyard, connecting with the right professionals will make all the difference.
That might mean teaming up with:
Landscape Designer – to create a balanced layout that flows with your home and lifestyle
Landscape Architect – to nail the structure, planting, and design details for long-term value
Qualified Tradespeople – builders, concreters, electricians, and installers who know local regulations and conditions
🌡️ Key tip! Cut corners, and you’ll end up redoing things later. Invest in good products and people, you’ll have a fantastic space that stands strong for decades.
The Heart of the Home - Outside
An outdoor fireplace adds more than warmth — it creates a focal point for gathering. Imagine a crisp evening, the fire crackling, a glass of pinot in hand. It’s the perfect blend of rugged NZ charm and modern style.
Why Kiwis love outdoor fires:
- They extend the entertaining season year-round
- Create ambience & atmosphere at night
- Add value to your home
- Offer real wood-fire heat (and marshmallow potential 🍢🔥)
Choose NZ-made Onflame fireplaces, built in Christchurch with heavy-gauge steel and double 13mm steel backing - made super tough for decades of performance in the most rugged of NZ conditions.
Why choose Onflame Outdoor Fireplaces?
✅ NZ Made – local materials and built tough for NZ conditions and decades of fires.
✅ Custom Sizes Available – we design the fire to fit your space
✅ Heavy-Gauge Steel Construction – quality that lasts using locally sourced materials with a ten year firebox warranty.
💬 Yourstore offers custom-builds to suit your outdoor area perfectly. We assist with fire cavity creation and installation.
💦 Soak the Stress Away with a Sensation Spa Pool
No backyard oasis is complete without a spa pool. It’s the ultimate upgrade for relaxation, recovery, and year-round enjoyment.
Why choose a Sensation Spa?
🛠️ Built strong with solid stainless steel framing
🌊 USA Aristech Acrylic Shells for long-lasting beauty and quality
💡 LED Lighting & Jets designed for high pressure theraputic massage & luxurious hydrotherapy.
Whether it’s a chilly winter evening or a summer night under the stars, a Sensation Spa turns every backyard into a retreat for family and friends.
🍖 Fire Up the Grill: NZ’s Love for BBQs & Outdoor Cooking
Kiwis and BBQs - name a more iconic duo.
For serious outdoor chefs Bull BBQs bring next-level quality with stainless steel construction, even heat distribution, and lifetime warranty on burners.
Or if you’re all about rustic cooking, check out Petromax outdoor gear — perfect for campfire feasts, cast iron Dutch ovens, and classic Kiwi camping adventures and even at home.
Our Outdoor Cooking Favourites:
🔥 Bull Angus 4-Burner BBQ – ultimate backyard entertainer
🔥 Petromax Atago Grill & Fire Pit – compact, portable, versatile
🔥 Dutch Ovens, Tripods, Skillets – authentic cast iron cooking
🍳 Bring the magic of campfire cooking home with Petromax
Style & Comfort: The Finishing Touches
Once you’ve nailed the heat, the soak, and the sizzle - add the style.
🌿 Lush planting with hardy NZ natives like flax, hebes, and grasses
🪵 Decking & pergolas to define your outdoor zones
💡 Soft lighting with LED strips or solar lanterns
🪑 Outdoor furniture that’s durable and comfy (look for NZ weather-rated materials)
Trusted Businesses we Recommend:
🧱 Landscape Designers
Epic Landscapes - experienced and horticulturally qualified Christchurch landscape designer has a huge passion for lush, contemporary and textured landscapes and reflecting your personality into the design.
🌳 Landscape Architects
Xteriorscapes is a Christchurch based Landscape Architecture practice, specializing in quality landscape design for residential and commercial projects.
🪨 Tile & Stone NZ
Expert craftsmanship for patios, hearths & outdoor spaces.
Create your perfect outdoor living space with Louvre Concepts' architectural & bespoke opening louvre roof system - made in Christchurch NZ
Transform your outdoor seating area into an extra room with our opening louvre roofs and retractable blinds, customisable to match your style.
🚚 Shop Online - We Deliver NZ-Wide!
Whether you’re in Christchurch, Auckland, Wellington, or the deep south,
Yourstore delivers.
We’re your one-stop shop for:
🔥 Outdoor fireplaces
💦 Spa pools, Swim Spas & Sauna's
🍖 BBQs (Bull BBQs)
🍳 Outdoor cooking equipment (Petromax)
The Essentials for a Kiwi Oasis
🔥 Outdoor Fireplace or Fire Pit – Gather, cook, or simply enjoy the glow.
💦 Spa Pool – For winding down after a long day.
🍖 BBQ – Because no Kiwi backyard’s complete without one.
🧱 Tile & Stone Features – Timeless looks that handle all seasons.
🌿 Good Landscaping – The canvas that brings it all together.
It’s about balance — comfort, durability, and a bit of that classic Kiwi charm.
💬 Final Word
🌿 Outdoor Living NZ Style — The True Kiwi Lifestyle
Outdoor living in NZ is about far more than design, it’s a reflection of who we are as Kiwis. It’s about creating spaces that aren’t just functional, but filled with life, warmth, and connection.
In New Zealand, the backyard isn’t just a patch of grass it’s where the magic happens. It’s where the kids grow up roasting marshmallows by the fire, where mates gather around the BBQ, and where families unwind under the stars after a long day.
This is outdoor living NZ style should be laid-back, welcoming, and built on NZ-made quality. It’s a lifestyle that blends comfort and community, where every outdoor fireplace, Spa, and BBQ tells a story of pride and timeless design.
We know it’s not just about installing a fire or adding a spa it’s about creating a space that invites you to slow down, breathe, and enjoy the simple comforts that make life in New Zealand so special.
Think long summer evenings, coastal breezes, laughter around the fire pit, the smell of wood smoke and steak sizzling on a Bull BBQ, and the peace that comes from knowing your outdoor gear is built to last, and backed by people who care.
Let’s be real Kiwi weather can be wild. One day you’re in shorts, the next you’re chasing the cover off the BBQ. That’s why outdoor spaces need gear built to handle the elements and stand the test of time - this is what we offer!
With us, you’re investing in quality products and a
home you’ll love for years to come 🇳🇿
