Art with a heart: Selina Faimalo – Sea Signals Street art Festival Director | Flare
This month’s Ōtautahi street art festival highlights ocean conservation. Ispend a lot of time staring at walls. Not in a ‘lost my mind’ way, in a “what if this could mean something?” way. That’s how Sea Signals came to life. It’s Flare’s ocean-themed street art project popping up across Ōtautahi until 28 February, […]
Great tenants. Longer stays? Propertyscouts Timaru
What makes a rental tenants love, look after and don’t want to leave? Timaru property management experts Mark and Cassie Stone share their tried-and-true hacks. If you’ve ever had a great tenant, you know how valuable they are. They pay on time, look after your property, and generally make life easier. The tricky […]
Outdoor transformations
From carports to conservatories, add value from the outside in with renovations that focus on your outdoor space. When we think about what we can do to add value to our properties, most of us instinctively look to changes we can make indoors. Shiny new kitchens and bathrooms often steal the spotlight, but […]
Honouring the lost
A memorial ceremony and one minute’s silence will be held at Oi Manawa on Sunday 22 February to mark the anniversary of the 2011 earthquake. A public civic memorial service will be held at Oi Manawa, the Canterbury Earthquake National Memorial, on Sunday 22 February to mark the anniversary of the 2011 Christchurch […]
Eastern influences
The historical presence of Chinese gold miners and the enduring popularity of Eastern aesthetics have woven several Chinese design elements into interiors in New Zealand. 1. Lacquered furniture and wedding cabinets Authentic or reproduction Chinese furniture, particularly red or black lacquered wedding cabinets, are a popular accent piece. These cabinets, often featuring ornate […]
Man with a plan: Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger
Summer might be winding down, but we’re gearing up for a big year ahead. We’ve just adopted the draft Annual Plan, which you’ll be able to give your feedback on. It sets out what the Council intends to do over the next 12 months, and how we will pay for it. These decisions […]
Wall styling: Perfect Patterns
Harness the timeless style of wallpaper to transform your home and express your personality. “Many people love the idea of wallpaper but just don’t know where to start. That’s the problem I’m here to fix,” says wall stylist Janis McDonald and founder of Perfect Patterns. Formerly of Hubbers Furnishings and with more than […]
Investing in the next generation
For youth development organisation the Y Central South Island, the fate of tomorrow lies in the tamariki and rangatahi of today. Their January expansion into their new building in Ōtautahi marks the success of their support services – success they’ve seen in young adults across Ōamaru, Twizel, Timaru and Ashburton for years. “A […]
Take the reins
The Year of the Horse is bold, a show pony, if you will. Stallion style at home can be just as striking, with a few chic pieces or classic equestrian notes to speak for your trend-setting self.
Summer spark: Ross Steele – Te Pae Christchurch General Manager
New venues and hotel developments are a sign that Christchurch is shining. Christchurch is buzzing with summer energy. A lively events calendar continues to attract visitors and from cultural experiences to major events, Christchurch is truly coming into its own. It’s been wonderful to see the influx of cruise ship passengers and other […]
