The Influencers Column: Ivan Iafeta
The Christchurch City Council recently announced the development of an action plan to increase the pace of regeneration in Christchurch’s city centre. The stimulus was an assessment by Regenerate Christchurch of progress in the central city and five key recommendations regarding leadership, growth, people, activation and implementation. The council’s action plan was also […]
The Influencers Column: Matt Harris
One of the repeated issues that we see in NZ business is the ongoing difficulty in attracting skilled labour. In the construction sector, an area often in the news lately, we are faced with a continual shortage of trained and experienced engineers, architects, planners etc. If left unchecked, this can impact productivity, quality and […]
The Influencers Column: Dr Megan Woods
Following the release of the Independent Ministerial Advisor’s report in June which found that things weren’t up to scratch at the Earthquake Commission, it is great to see some positive changes being made in progressing claims and communication with claimants. Most of these changes have been really practical and directly addressed some of the […]
The Influencers Column: Leeann Watson
One of the key parts to making Christchurch’s downtown a great place to live, work and play is ensuring strong investment from private developers in residential development within the four avenues. Without great projects catering to all sections of the property market, we won’t deliver on the bold ambition to see 20,000 people living […]
Punching above its weight: Keane Building
A stunning combination of contemporary style and rural charm was used to create one of the 2018 top 100 homes in New Zealand – designed and constructed by Keane Building. Nestled in North Canterbury, the L-shaped, barn-style abode won Gold at the recent Canterbury Master Builders House of the Year awards, in the […]
Bowl me over: The food bowl trend
From acai bowls to ramen bowls and even Buddha bowls, the food bowl trend continues to assert its place in many domestic kitchens, cafés and restaurants. In Christchurch, you will find many local eateries are creating food bowls, with ingredients from all around the world. Acai, a Brazilian-grown fruit with a rich, sweet […]
Looking gorgeous in gold: Jennian Homes
Reflecting Jennian Homes Canterbury North’s solid reputation and strong commitment to excellence, the team took home three Golds at the Registered Master Builders 2018 House of the Year Awards last month. The accolades included Gold for a beautiful four-bedroom residence in the Resene New Home up to $450,000 category, and another two Gold […]
The CBD entices: Harcourts Redwood
The CBD entices the return of the inner-city dweller, with new apartments and townhouses filling in the gaps. According to the 2010 census, the CBD contained 9,000 residents. This plummeted to 4,900 residents in 2013. To meet the council’s target of 20,000 living within the four avenues by 2025, 4,000 new homes are needed – […]
Puzzle Turning to Promise in Central City: Architect Craig South
Christchurch has waited six years for the 100 day blueprint to come off the plan and deliver on its promise, but the new CBD revealed in that blueprint is now moving much closer. The plan laid out by the Christchurch Central Development Unit (CCDU) in 2012 was a bold one, based on a vision of […]
An ocean-side makeover: Southshore and South New Brighton are to get a makeover
It’s an exciting time in Christchurch as areas of the city that we know and love are being built back up. Now it’s time for the beloved Southshore and South New Brighton area to get a makeover and residents could have a say in it. Residents and visitors adore this area because of its picturesque […]
