Dreaming of a great kitchen: Dream Doors
Almost 10 years ago, Adrian Kay started his own Dream Doors Kitchens franchise in 2012. Since then, Adrian and his tightly knit team of skilled tradesmen have earned a sterling reputation for bringing a new lease of life to one of the most lived-in areas of your house. That reputation has […]
A new cultural icon: Te Pae
Cantabrians won’t have to hold their breath for much longer with the imminent opening of the iconic Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre in October. While the centre will bring a host of national and international conventions to the city, this stunning facility is also set up to host local events and […]
A spectacular setting: Amuri Estate
With panoramic views of the stunning mountains, and spacious areas for gathering, Amuri Estate offers the ideal setting for functions and events. Just 10 minutes out of Hanmer Springs and only 90 minutes from Christchurch, Amuri Estate is perfectly set up for businesses looking to host conferences and other events. The […]
The Clocks Bookshop
Not long ago many predicted the end of books. But during the 18 months that The Clocks Bookshop has been open, book sales have boomed and at least three other independent booksellers have opened their doors in the South Island. The Clocks has more than doubled the number of books it was […]
A place for everything
An organised home creates a calmer and more inviting environment. Having functional storage throughout your home will help keep things in their rightful place. The right kind of storage will look different in every home and can work into the design of a room depending on materials and colourways. Wooden cabinetry […]
Mural magic at Riverside: Riverside Market
The Canterbury Heritage Awards recognise excellence in heritage tourism and conservation, and celebrate the repair and reconstruction efforts that have gone into revitalising the city following its devastation by the 2011 earthquakes. Several categories make up the awards including the heritage tourism award, in which the Riverside Market mural received a certificate […]
An inner-city escape: Ingrid Geldof Designs
In the heart of Christchurch, an inner-city apartment created a unique opportunity for design. A collaboration between Wilkie Bruce architects, Ingrid Geldof Design and Jane Swinard Interiors brought the vision to life, and the team worked closely with the clients to create a comfortable, warm, and functional space. Ingrid Geldof worked […]
Runway looks for Fashion Week
Christchurch make-up artist Kristen Stewart heads to Auckland this month to create some amazing looks for New Zealand Fashion Week (NZFW). Metropol finds out exactly what she’s up to and her predictions for upcoming trends. Often Kristen Stewart is found teaching others how to pop the wow into their make-up, however […]
Feel-good vibes
Ford has always been about teamwork. The first Model T rolling off the world’s first moving assembly line was the result of a team of skilled individuals doing their utmost. From the factory floor to Henry Ford’s office, the blue oval has built solid foundations based on teamwork, and this mantra […]
Firing on all cylinders: Kevin Burt Automotive Limited
When it comes to quality European car brands such as Mercedes, Audi, BMW, and Volkswagen, keeping them in pristine order is a sure-fire way to keep them running sweetly for years to come. This can naturally be done through your Euro brand’s official dealer, though the zeros on the bill […]
