City set to boom: Christchurch City mayor Phil Mauger
We get all four seasons in Christchurch and spring is in swing – another reason I love living here. I know I’m not alone in that, there’s a lot going on for our city, it’s great to see. The place is humming, with exciting developments and the talk from up north is not ‘where are […]
Buzzing with talent: Te Pae General Manager Ross Steele
As a relative newcomer to Ōtautahi Christchurch, having lived here five years, I have quickly developed a deep appreciation for the city, and all it has to offer. I am continually amazed by the remarkable achievements of Christchurch businesses on the global stage. From companies developing cutting-edge medical implants for surgeons worldwide to virtual and […]
Pimp your outdoors
Increased enjoyment of your outdoors is a major benefit of installing outdoor lighting, even more so that summer is on its way. Whether you choose to work with a landscape lighting designer, hang a few string lights in your pergola, or install some well-placed spotlights, it will be well worth the investment. Good outdoor lighting […]
All fired up: Envirosolve
Energy conscious times call for elegant technological solutions. The time for passive or airtight dream homes has come, but it need not result in soulless or invisible heating systems. The stunning Scandi-designed Bionic Fire, is ideal for passive or airtight buildings,” says Dr Rene Haeberli, owner of sole stockist Envirosolve. “These wood fires give you […]
Enjoy a fly-free space with ease: Canterbury Window Coverings
Imagine a summer breeze eddying through your house. Cooling, calming, and not a fly or insect in sight, thanks to innovative screen technology. Building new, or retro-fitting, now is an ideal time to take measures and contact the team at Canterbury Window Coverings. It’s time to talk to the specialist team at Lohreys Blinds, which […]
Make your home healthy
While it is easier to build a “healthy home” from scratch, there are steps that can be taken to make existing houses healthier. Consulting an expert is well worthwhile, as often they will tell you what can and cannot be done with an existing home. If you’re building new, there are now plenty of building […]
Look after it: Garador
Your garage door smoothly and reliably opens up and closes down. Opens up and closes down without you even being fully conscious of it. Until it doesn’t. It is making an awful noise and is now stuck half up, and you can’t get your car out to go to work. The first question Aaron and […]
Stadium on track
Christchurch’s One NZ Stadium remains on budget and on track for an April 2026 opening. Work started on the roof support structure in November last year, culminating with the first section of roof being installed in the south stand along Tuam Street in August 2024. Twenty-eight of the 37m tall roof supports, known as radial […]
Tiny & terrific new show home: Versatile Christchurch
Thinking of a new home? A seaside bach? An investment property? Look no further than one of Canterbury’s newest show homes, the Advantage 65. From Versatile Homes, this stunning pavilion-style dwelling is compact yet clever in its layout providing oodles of space. Measuring 65m2, it comprises a galley kitchen, concealed laundry, spacious living area, bathroom, […]
Slide like new again: Sliding Door Specialists
Repair, not replace, is the philosophy Christchurch sliding door specialist Stewart Poole lives by. Why replace something that can easily be fixed? he asks, and Stewart should know. With more than 30 years engineering experience, and 16 years specialising in fixing sliding doors, Stewart (pictured) has the right tools, the know-how, and the solutions to […]
