Stunning homes, surprising affordability: Durasteel
With the affordability of a home an ever-growing concern, custom-made low-cost homes constructed with steel frames offer a revolutionary solution to address the housing crisis. Think sleek, modern, and versatile residential options engineered to flex and better withstand seismic activity. Leading this drive towards positive housing and all-weather solutions in Canterbury is Durasteel Construction with […]
The city of choice: Phil Mauger Christchurch City Mayor
Christchurch is fortunate to be in a strong position right now with more and more people looking to settle here. They’re attracted by our stunning natural environment, quality affordable housing, and incredible assets like Tūranga, Taiora QEII, and the restored Town Hall. All of these have been driven by massive investment over the past decade […]
Improving community wellbeing: Peter Townsend Te Papa Hauora Health Precint Chair
I have a strong belief that the term ‘Community Wellbeing’ is going to become common currency in 2024, especially here in Canterbury, Waitaha. At Te Papa Hauora Health Precinct, we exist to promote health research, education, workforce development, innovation and health innovation, with the ultimate goal of improving community wellbeing. In this context, ensuring equitable […]
Enjoy a new kitchen: Kitchen Concepts
The kitchen is somewhere we spend a lot of time and is the heart of the home – you should love what you see. There’s nothing better than having a kitchen that both works well and looks great. With 2024 underway, it’s a great time to update your kitchen and create something that you’ll love […]
Bespoke Canterbury furniture: Gavin Cox Furniture
When it comes to purchasing a new item of furniture, you want something that has been hand-crafted and built with the highest attention to detail – a piece that will stand the test of time. In their Sydenham showroom, the expert team at Gavin Cox Furniture lovingly craft solid timber furniture—offering a range of contemporary […]
Passionate plasterers: Redrock Plastering
With any construction or renovation project, plastering often emerges as the unsung hero, shaping the essence of architectural design aesthetics. Carefully balancing tradition and innovation, plastering remains a craft that can transform mere walls into masterpieces. Aprecise craft, it demands perfection and luckily the passionate team at RedRock Plastering do too. “Customers can engage with […]
Enjoy a taste of Te Pae: Ross Steele
It has been fantastic to see the influx of visitors around our city over summer. Our city is now welcoming a wide variety of visitors, including cruise ship passengers, leisure travellers and those visiting for business. In recent weeks, it has been great to see the support for our “Taste of Te Pae” Food Truck, […]
Plan and reflect: Phil Mauger
It’s February already, and we are straight back into it. February is when our council puts together our draft Long Term Plan (LTP)—the city’s budget for the next 10 years. This plan proposes council’s priorities for the next decade. We, all 17 members of council, have been working hard to strike the right balance between […]
Uniquely beautiful spaces: Arthouse Architects
Driven by a love of design and helping people achieve what they want. Relaxed and collaborative rather than ego driven. All this and more describes Arthouse Architects, whose approach is always “it is the client’s home, not ours.” This rare amalgam of strengths leads to regular appearances on the awards circuit all over New Zealand. […]
Do it right: Proudfoot Plastering Ltd
Do it once and do it right is never more appropriate than now. With building costs soaring, ensuring exterior cladding and interior finishes are perfect, and will last the distance, is vital. An extensive range of products is now available, from traditional cement-based to modern synthetic compounds, and good advice upfront is the key to […]
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