Raising the engineering bar: Fraser Thomas Ltd
Since opening its Christchurch office six years ago, Fraser Thomas Ltd has gone from strength to strength. Established in Auckland in 1969, the company has earnt a sterling reputation for engineering surveying excellence throughout New Zealand, raising the bar when it comes to geotechnical, civil engineering, land surveying and land development projects. […]
Is affordable architecture an oxymoron?
I don’t come across many clients (actually none), who have an unlimited budget. When to even build a stock standard house will extend the reach of many New Zealanders, it leads us to carefully consider where we are putting our money and question the default settings on architectural design. Do you […]
Lyttelton’s new heart: Collett’s Corner
The country’s first equity crowdfunded, community-minded commercial development will soon be owned by everyday New Zealanders. Collett’s Corner, in the heart of Lyttelton, will contribute to the community, both socially and economically. The project’s collective ownership model marks a visionary shift to fairer wealth distribution, helping close the inequality gap. […]
Form & function: Inline Plumbing Ltd
One’s plumbing is often something one takes for granted. All it takes is for a burst pipe or poorly fitted fastening to put a real dampener on your new build or renovation project, literally. This is why it pays to have Inline Plumbing Ltd there to keep your plumbing, inline. […]
Truly Scrumptious! Country Oven Bakery and Café
The best thing about long journeys are the stops we have along the way; the chance to rest and relax for a while – the chance to revisit your favourite eatery and order the food you love and the coffee you’ve been dreaming of for the past fifty kiometres! Country […]
Haberdashery Heaven: Quilters Quarters
It’s no wonder the lovely ladies behind the counters at Quilters Quarters look so happy, this one stop treasure trove of haberdashery merchandise is literally buzzing! With 4000 bolts of exquisite fabrics instore, your sewing projects promise to be phenomenal; factor in that renowned brands, such as Tula Pink, French […]
A fresh new look: V for Hair
The talented team at V for Hair and Beauty, Merivale are, as ever, focused on looking after clients with the best possible customer service experience. So, it’s not surprising that this exceptional customer experience is at the heart of the salon’s latest technological innovation. Significant investment has gone into improving the […]
Significantly You: Via Sollertia
The symbolism behind marital rings is of such significance that in trying to find the perfect ring that says who they are, couples can easily become overwhelmed. Via Sollertia Jewellery has been creating exquisite custom-made jewellery for 23 years, from rings bracelets and bangles, through to necklaces, pendants and earrings, […]
The darling of design: Q&A with Kate Sylvester
Kate Sylvester is an iconic New Zealand designer whose collections have been described as embodying “intelligence, witty irreverence, sophistication and modern femininity”, resulting in designs which are all at once eccentric, beautiful and intelligent. Metropol catches up with the designer ahead of her role as part of the prestigious judging […]
Uplifting entertainment
Looking for something to do in the weekend? Wigram offers the perfect escape – both literally and figuratively, with the latest uplifting entertainment. You can live the dream of piloting your own plane in a variety of simulator experiences at the Wigram Museum. The ever-popular Mosquito Mission flight simulator incorporates […]
