The Influencers Column: Melanda Slemint
The 2018 Canterbury Architecture Awards were held recently, as part of the peer-reviewed New Zealand Architecture Awards programme run by the New Zealand Institute of Architects. Sponsored by Resene, they set the benchmark for the country’s buildings and recognise the contribution of architects to their towns and communities. With my great team of […]
The Influencers Column: Dr Megan Woods
It is exciting to see some real momentum growing behind a number of anchor projects around Christchurch. Since becoming Minister, I have made it a priority to ensure that we can deliver faster progress and outstanding facilities for the people of Canterbury. In August, groundworks for the Metro Sport Facility will finally get […]
The Influencers Column: Leeann Watson
There’s been a lot of comment on business confidence, which hit a seven-year low last month. While it’s easy to dismiss confidence as just sentiment, fact is it does have an impact on economic growth through the investment and employment decisions businesses make. We can debate the various drivers of the numbers, but […]
Precision Re-Levelling: Precision Solutions
Locally owned company Precision Solutions works closely with the homeowner to help navigate their EQC journey and provide exceptional project management throughout the repair process. Whether you require remedial work on an earthquake-damaged building or have purchased an ‘as is where is’ home, the expert team specialises in house re-levelling, foundation and pile […]
A site for SLUMBER: Dreamwool Beds
“Sleep that knits up the ravelled sleeve of care,” wrote Shakespeare. He was right. Sleep is a physical necessity allowing both the body and the mind a chance to recover and repair themselves after the stresses of the day so you wake refreshed and recharged. Adequate sleep is just as important for your […]
Shelf Life: No longer are shelves just shelves
No longer are shelves just shelves, today they are architectural objects in themselves. They’re no longer just the fixed bracket storage they once were, as form meets function and drives the access to almost limitless possibilities. When it comes to storage, taking into account storage space such as cupboards and shelving is integral […]
The anatomy of melancholy: Little River Gallery
Simon Van Der Sluijs’ hauntingly deliciously dark paintings and convincing sculptures will intrigue and provoke. Simon’s trilogy of exhibitions, so named because it represents his work and the person he is, deals with the desire to belong, to be allowed to be but also getting damaged in the process. Part 1: Identity comprises […]
A bookworm bonanza: Piccadilly Bookshop
There is nothing more satisfying than having your feet up while turning the pages of a spellbinding book. Piccadilly Bookshop Owner fweqNeville Templeton gets that. With links to the major publishing houses and distributors, he and Manager Robyn Joplin ensure customers always have access to the cream-of-the-crop in titles and authors. Situated […]
Fermented Favourites: Get some culinary culture in your life
We throw out milk that has ‘turned’ and purchase sour cream; we slice off the mouldy parts of the cheese block before paying top dollar for blue cheese and toss the stale bread then buy breadcrumbs by the bag. Don’t even get me started on the price of fungi – those delicious little […]
Getting The Last Word: Q&A with Alex Ricketts
At the heart of New Regent Street’s The Last Word is an extensive whisky collection – more than 360 at last count. Owner Alex Ricketts gets ‘The Last Word’ in on this tempting tipple. How would you describe The Last Word to a stranger? The Last Word is an intimate and beautiful […]
