Walls made of wool
Wool for walls and carpets are all the rage in many exciting new interior projects. As NZ First Leader Winston Peters said recently, wool is a ‘miracle thread’ that’s so much better for the health of people and planet. That’s why the government is funding a range of innovative wool projects through the Sustainable Food […]
Ewe beauty: Government backs wool in construction
A new mandate means government agencies are expected to use New Zealand wool when building or refurbishing. In a move being called ‘shear brilliance’ by New Zealand farmers, the government has said that from 1 July, all government agencies must use wool fibre products in the construction of new and refurbished buildings. Announced in parliament […]
Inspired, authentic, bespoke: Lucid Commercial Design
Commercial fitouts, residential, new build or renovation… starting a build project can be completely overwhelming. Design and build with a team that gets it. Lucid Commercial Design provides end-to-end design and build services for businesses and homeowners wanting to express their personality through their spaces. Established in 2003 and led by principal designer Phil Tindall, […]
Relief for residential developers
Is now the ideal time to build a home? National residential construction costs are rising at one of the slowest annual rates on record. CoreLogic NZ’s latest Cordell Construction Cost Index (CCCI) reports a growth rate of just 0.9% over the past year. “After several years of intense upward pressure, construction costs have now settled […]
Christchurch City Mayor Phil Mauger: Holding court in style
An exciting invitation landed in my inbox last month. The Court Theatre officially opens its doors to the public on 3 May, so I’d better dust my tux off. A Christchurch institution, the theatre is treasured by so many residents. Its home in the Arts Centre was badly damaged in the 2011 earthquake, and it’s […]
Building surveyors welcome standards bill
Greater clarity and support are needed around implementing the new Building (Overseas Building Products, Standards, and Certification Schemes) Amendment Bill before 12,000 new construction products flow into New Zealand by July, writes David Clifton, President of the NZ Institute of Building Surveyors. As trusted certified professionals in improving our built environment, our institute members serve […]
Business Canterbury CE Leeann Watson: Businesses optimistic
Local businesses are showing resilience amid rising concerns. We’ve just released our latest Quarterly Canterbury Business Survey, revealing a complex economic landscape for local businesses. While international trade and geopolitical risks are emerging as key concerns, confidence in businesses’ ability to manage disruption has reached its highest level since we began tracking it in July […]
Doors to adore: Garador Christchurch
A quality garage door adds value to your property, and offers greater protection for your family. Good looks, robust construction, and modern technology are part of that quality. Luxury lies in the little tools, services, and processes that make up our days. That’s where garage doors come in. “Your garage door should run so smoothly […]
Fees overhaul
Property Council New Zealand believes an overhaul of development contribution fees will pave the way for more commercial viability, and the construction of much-needed homes across the country. Leonie Freeman, council chief executive, says with housing affordability an increasingly pressing issue, this reform could go a long way in ensuring that development is not unnecessarily […]
No success without succession: Janine Stewart
The Mainzeal case highlights the importance of board skill sets and the need for succession planning. Those points have come into sharp focus since Mainzeal because the financial situation was dire at the time. Had they reflected on whether they should have gotten expert advice, or considered stepping down, I wonder about the impact on […]
