Time to tackle home projects: WD Build x Hardy Projects
As you head into the business end of summer, your home projects for 2021 might be on your mind. And if that includes EQC repairs, home renovations, extensions, or even a new build, then WD Build and Hardy Projects are your go-to companies for a successful and productive year. Directors […]
The art of tiling: Dragonstone Paving
If you happen to wander through the city along the Avon River anytime this summer, and marvel at the length, breadth and beauty of the tiled walkway beneath your feet, cast a thankful thought to Dragonstone Paving for helping make Ōtautahi Christchurch beautiful again. Operations Director Lee Squires heads this […]
Good sports
A $2 million government cash injection to upgrade the Hagley Sports Centre will cater for a wide range of sporting codes, and likely be named after cricket legend, Sir Richard Hadlee. The public can now provide comments to the council on the proposed multi-use sports centre to replace the current […]
Generosity propels cathedral restoration
Another sizable donation from a Christchurch businessman and former politician has put the restoration of the city’s ChristChurch Cathedral $4 million closer to its fundraising goal. Philip Burdon, a former National Party MP and frequent member of the National Business Review’s rich list, made the generous donation on top of […]
History repeats – and wins: Steve Brown Builders
The home at 12 Julius Terrace was an earthquake casualty requiring demolition. Once given the green light for a same site rebuild, the owner’s brief for both architect and builder was to create an exact replica of the original 1910 home, including its chapel. And Steve Brown Builders, a […]
Striking gold in Central Otago
Built into schist, a stunning family home overlooking Lake Dunstan and the Pisa Range blends into the rocky hillside, its simple form creating a symbiosis between the built and natural environments. Hunter & Craig Building & Design built this Registered Master Builders House of Year 2020 Gold Award-winning home. It […]
Keeping Well
Starring on hit shows like Shortland Street and Outrageous Fortune, Kiwi actor Claire Chitham is one of New Zealand’s most recognisable entertainers. But behind the scenes, she was battling chronic intestinal disease, Crohn’s, and the pressure to live up to unrealistic beauty standards. After years dedicated to caring for her holistic health, […]
Putting pen to paper: Art by J Steel
An artist’s impression and portrait of the home is how Jonathan Steel of Art by J Steel would describe his style of client work. Having a passion for line and wash drawings – a combination of pen, ink, and watercolour – “gives the art a certain character”, he believes. For […]
Considered design for maximum living: Ōtākaro Design Build
Twin companies Ōtākaro Design and Build and Ngātahi Real Estate are proud to call Canterbury home. Firmly grounded in Ōtāutahi Christchurch and with a love of beautiful real estate, the homes built by Ōtākaro as well as their house and land packages, are then marketed exclusively by Ngātahi Real Estate. […]
Better than new: MF Turnbull
Sustainability has grown in popularity as a business buzzword in recent times, but Christchurch surface and kitchen renewal wizards MF Turnbull have been living reuse, repair and recycle ethos for more than three decades. Experts in paint, stain, polyurethane and polished finishes on furniture and joinery, there is very little […]
