Grand designs: Warren and Mahoney
Multi-award-winning architect Tobin Smith of Warren and Mahoney had two of the Christchurch homes he designed honoured in the recent NZ Institute of Architecture awards: Chapter Street and Frankie’s House. This project reimagines a 1920s villa for contemporary family life, retaining its street presence while transforming the interior. A new garden room sits […]
On the move: Alison Adams
Ōtautahi Christchurch is a city that will always feel like home. Twenty-five years ago, I left the UK expecting to be away for a short time. Instead, Ōtautahi Christchurch became home. That’s one reason why deciding to leave has been so difficult. The opportunity to join the University of Nottingham as Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Global […]
Waikuku’s wicker destination: Woven Veranda
From Waikuku to the world, Scandinavian-style wicker furniture from this North Canterbury boutique is a firm favourite. “You need to experience the wonders of wicker to know why it remains so popular,” WovenVeranda owner Guy Gunn explains. Think swingseats, lounge chairs, sofas, dining settings – it’s a favourite for indoor and outdoor living. […]
Christchurch’s housing future: TAO Homes
Ten to 20 years from now, what will housing look like in Christchurch? Christchurch is fast becoming one of New Zealand’s most promising real estate markets, and according to Tao Homes Director, Tao Meng, the future demand for housing is defined by buyers demanding more than affordability. “Christchurch continues to evolve into one […]
..and the winners are
There’s no shortage of architectural design talent in Canterbury. Here is the full list of the Canterbury houses and architects recognised for outstanding design at the recent 2026 Architectural Designers New Zealand (ADNZ) awards. Hamilton Avenue, Mansfield Avenue, Flat 7 and Woodford Grace by Cymon Allfrey, Cymon Allfrey Architect Limited (Christchurch) Balmoral Ōtautahi […]
Tight supply: Gavin Lloyd
Canterbury is the country’s property powerhouse, holding its ground on both pricing and speed to sell. Trade Me Property figures across the winter period show the wider region is flat, but the annual picture is where Canterbury and Christchurch shine. Canterbury asking prices are up 3% year-on-year, outperforming the 2% national average. Christchurch […]
Building warranties comparison
New Zealand building warranties differ in important ways, new analysis finds. New Zealand’s three main residential building warranties provide different forms and levels of protection, meaning homeowners should understand what is covered before relying on a warranty if defects arise. The NZ Institute of Building Surveyors (NZIBS) has published a comparative analysis of […]
Hotting up: Mayor Phil Mauger
Forewarned is forearmed; be prepared for a hotter summer with the upcoming El Niño. And just like that, another winter has come to an end. August was pretty tough on the weather front but certainly highlighted what a sensible decision it was to put a roof on our Stadium. Crowds have been turning […]
Urban heat: Jessica Halliday
We can protect our city from the increasing effects of climate breakdown if we take action now. This year, the effects of climate breakdown are really making climate change more tangible around the globe. We’ve been watching Western Europe experience its biggest heatwave in recorded history, resulting in 20,000 deaths, massive wildfires, droughts […]
Refined outdoor living to relax in
“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” Take that famous (though anonymous) quote and let it inspire your outdoor living for the season ahead: refined, refreshed, and a real reset. Turn to the natural environment for inspiration; balance earthy hues like chocolate and sage with […]
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