Ambrosial food in a serene setting: The Lake House
A gateway to the best of local produce, wines, and hospitality, this ambient lakeside restaurant, bar, and venue is a treat for all the senses. Nestled gracefully on the tranquil shores of Lake Hood, The Lake House Restaurant stands as a testament to nature’s harmony and to culinary excellence. Its prime location on […]
Curtains for everyone
Drapes, curtains, window dressing, call them what you will. They have been described as the “lipstick” of a room’s furnishings; an all-important finishing touch. Curtains can shut the world out or let the light in. They help set the scene, and in autumn/winter come into their own, adding warmth, ambience, and mood to […]
Happily evolving with Judy Bailey
From mother of the nation to doting grandmother and author has been a rewarding transition for former television newsreader/journalist Judy Bailey. Along the way she has returned to her first love of writing, as she explains to Metropol Editor, Lynda Papesch. Almost 20 years have passed since TVNZ broadcaster Judy Bailey signed off […]
Excellent ergonomics: Logitech
Metropol Editor Lynda Papesch put her hand up to trial Logitech’s new vertical ergonomic mouse and wireless ergonomic keyboard with a cushioned palm rest. Here’s her verdict. “My old mouse kept wandering off the reservation, so I jumped at the chance to try a new ergonomic design, complete with a matching keyboard. I’d […]
Events made easy: No. 4 Bar
Searching for a suitable space for a function can sometimes be the most time-consuming and taxing part of organising an event. What’s needed is somewhere that has both the flexibility to accommodate groups of different sizes and delivers delicious food that makes a function memorable for all the right reasons. The search can […]
Boot it: ECCO Shoes
Stepping up your boot game for the cooler months is a no-brainer. To protect and prepare against all weather and terrain without sacrificing style, look to this renowned shoe brand. Think stylish yet practical, classy yet unique. ECCO Shoes’ latest collections, Sculpted and Metropole, are crafted with premium luxurious leathers, ‘Ideal for the […]
Life’s essentials: White Fox & Jones
Now is the time to review your will and enduring power of attorney. It’s not something that we like to think about, but having an up-to-date will is as important as renewing your home insurance policy. We cannot predict when the worst might happen, and without a will the Administration Act 1969 dictates […]
Editor’s Note: Building a future
A recent survey has shown that building and construction costs have “normalised” (see page 68), which is good news. Canterbury has a plentiful number of construction companies, architects, structural engineers, and clients associated with the building industry, not to mention their subcontractors. From new commercial, civic, and residential builds to renovations and refresh […]
Creating metal magic
Buildings come in all shapes, sizes, designs, and materials, including an increasing number comprising various types of metal. Copper, roofing iron, and corrugated iron are all popular choices in modern architecture. Contemporary corrugated iron is extremely weatherproof, so it offers an excellent, cost-effective solution in areas exposed to wind, rain, snow, and hot, […]
Gorgeous winter colours
The best gardens are those that have colour of some sort, during all four seasons. I am a flower fancier, so need a plentiful supply to pick during spring, summer, autumn, and especially winter. From beautiful patterned bark, red berries, and colourful blooms, autumn and winter trees and shrubs add bursts of beauty […]
