The Influencers: Kelvin Davidson
Staying on an even keel It’s going to be another fascinating year for the property market. The recent move to red is a clear signal that Covid’s disruption is not yet done, which may cause some turbulent times for the New Zealand economy and property market in the months ahead. The total value […]
Knock on wood: Fraemohs Homes
James Baldwin wrote, “Perhaps home is not a place but simply an irrevocable condition.” Timber homes echo this sentiment with a welcoming allure, expressing comfort, warmth and longevity, an experience worthy of fostering. As home builds journey the complexities of evolving building trends, the value of this raw material’s architectural design potential only […]
Blending style with innovative design: Cordial Homes
Foresight and strategic planning are attributes that are imperative for any business in 2022. And for anyone taking on a new build, knowing that the company you’re working with can be relied on for sticking to the budget and timeline, is a top priority. Cordial Homes saw the writing on the wall, anticipating […]
New hands on the wrench: RJ Crouch
After 40 years, one wife, two children, living at three different addresses in the same street, and training six apprentices, it’s time for Richard Crouch to hand over the wrench to his number one son. He’s the R in RJ Crouch, the plumbing and gas fitting company, founded in 1981 that is now […]
Cool, collaborative outcomes: T&A Construction
Respect and enthusiasm for historic buildings joins determination, solid building knowledge, and craftsmanship within T&A Construction. Renowned with the developers and designers for the fabulous result on the Public Trust building among others, the team is in the process of adding two more gorgeous phoenix-style repairs and renovations to its portfolio. With Box […]
Winning joinery collaborations: Bates Joinery
With its focus on excellence, Bates Joinery always looks forward to the results of building award season with enthusiasm. “We support distinction in all facets of the building and construction, and the awards processes definitely help to drive innovation and continually improve quality,” says director Mark Allworthy. “We would like to congratulate everyone […]
Buying, selling; now’s good: Christchurch Real Estate
Summer has always been a good time to go to market with real estate and with properties reaching record highs over recent years, anyone considering a move should take advantage of the prime summertime market. Ben Ryder, founder and principal of Christchurch Real Estate Ltd, has spent more than 25 years in the […]
Reading ready: RESENE
For the past two years, shapes, motifs, colours and finishes reminiscent of the Art Deco era have been all the rage. Here’s how to bring in a touch of Art Deco to your home. This pared down space features a strong base with Resene Half Alabaster walls and Resene Rakaia floors, which are […]
From the editor: 3 February 2022
Share the love St Valentine’s Day is only a few days away, and for some it is a special time to show how much they care. Caring should not just be something reserved for special days, as recent events have taught us. And caring is not just about buying expensive gifts, although that […]
A caring community: Elmswood Retirement Village
Retirement facilities are presented with many challenges during Covid-19 lockdowns. New care protocols have to be put in place to get residents through in the best physical and mental health. Metropol asked how Elmswood Retirement Village navigated the August 2021 lockdown. The Activities team was singled out as the superstars, organising morale-boosting outdoor, […]
