Changes are coming
New Zealand should have a new standard contract for the construction of building and civil engineering projects (NZS 3910:2023) by October this year. The existing contract has undergone a major overhaul, and is now available for consultation, until the end of June. The NZS 3910 is the contract most commonly used in New Zealand’s construction […]
Reimagining New Brighton
New Brighton finally appears to be on the way to enjoying a renaissance. How much of a renaissance it is now depends on the local community, and support of the Christchurch City Council’s annual plan, plus getting behind Greater New Brighton. The latter is a community-led development programme, founded to enhance the social and economic […]
Revamp projects
A proposed $2.3 million revamp of the New Brighton mall is one step closer, after a draft concept design was released earlier this year. The ‘Reimagined New Brighton Mall’ aims to include several community engagement areas, such as a performance space and central green, along with a youth space, and a social enterprise-community area. The […]
All cisterns go: Young Plumbers Club
Hundreds of tradies are sharpening their tools for the Plumbing World Young Plumber of the Year (YPOTY) competition. With the chronic skills shortage facing the industry, estimated to be around 3500, Plumbing World’s CEO Rob Kidd says the competition is a way to showcase plumbing as a career, and attract new people to the trade. […]
Brushstroke bedroom: Resene
Luxury doesn’t necessarily mean spending a fortune on expensive status symbols. In fact, luxury can be achieved with a little creativity and attention to detail. Designer brands can charge more by creating value through scarcity and uniqueness, and the same can be achieved by creating one-of-a-kind decor in your own home. Choose high-quality materials like […]
Gain usable space: Garage Pro
A gym, a workshop, a games room, a studio? The opportunities for your garage space are endless this winter, if only you could keep the cold and damp at bay. It’s more of a heave of a roll than a wave of a wand, but Tim Gerard, owner of the local Garage Pro franchise can […]
Concrete, an exterior staple: Affordable Concrete
For all driveway, hard landscaping, and repair needs, you want the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics. W hether your project is a residential driveway, or a commercial venture including car parks and kerbing, you want quality workmanship at competitive pricing. It couldn’t be simpler to tick everything off your concreting ‘must-have’ list. Just make […]
Lincoln show home: Versatile Homes
Family values guide the design and build of every home created by Versatile Homes, and family living has never been easier. Honesty, integrity, and a good old-fashioned Kiwi way of doing business, are woven into the very fabric of their residential builds. Versatile Homes’ range of four family homes includes the stunning Finn design. “The […]
For truly healthy homes: Inline Architecture & Irving Builders
Kiwis are known as great building innovators, with DIY in our DNA. A team approach creates better homes for living. However, look beyond the surface and you’ll find that New Zealand’s construction methods and Building Code are typically old school and below international best practice. Lance Irving, of Irving Builders is passionate about driving […]
Rainwater management solutions: Tanksalot®
Tanksalot® manufacture innovative solutions that harvest rainwater for reuse, and storm water management. Tanksalot tanks are particularly beneficial in an area like Canterbury, says owner Josh Pengelly. “Our above-ground solutions not only look great, they eliminate the costs and complexity associated with below ground rainwater management alternatives.” Their corrugated steel tanks are stylish, 100 percent […]
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