Reasons for optimism: ChristchurchNZ CEO Alison Adams
It can be tempting to get pessimistic in the winter months when ‘cost of living’ and ‘brain drain’ talk is once more in the news cycle. But I’m an optimist, and that is boosted by data that shows Christchurch is avoiding, and in some cases defying, some of the less inspiring headlines we’ve seen recently. […]
Leading the change: Fraemohs Homes
We would all love our homes to retain a continuous comfortable temperature year-round, without breaking the bank in incoming energy bills. Whether we are using energy to heat, cool, or both, it is going to cost money. Built properly, a home’s thermal performance should minimise the need for costly energy use, and reduce carbon footprints. […]
A better way to build: Ultimate Homes eHaus
The concept of passive housing is soaring to major popularity, proving these homes are becoming the future. Martin Smith and the team at Ultimate Homes are award-winning and hold a well-earned reputation as builders of exceptional new builds. Specialising in new residential homes, they are the only licensed builders of eHaus passive houses in the […]
Bringing new life to homes for 35 years: MF Turnbull
Celebrating 35 years in business is something that Christchurch business couple Monique and Murray Turnbull can be justifiably proud of. For more than three decades, they’ve injected new life into furniture, fittings, and homes, initially starting in 1988 servicing the furniture and joinery industries as specialist finishers of spray applied coatings. Business has expanded threefold […]
Insulation, the secret to a warm home: InsulFound
Cantabrians know the value of warmth. Not all homes are created equal when winter begins to bite. While heating solutions offer respite, the real key to cosiness is proper insulation. New Zealand homes generally use between 50-70% of their energy consumption on heating and cooling. This figure would be drastically reduced if all homes were […]
Showcasing Canterbury cuisine: Te Pae general manager Ross Steele
Conferences bring people together from all corners of the globe, and when delegates visit Te Pae Christchurch, we aim to give them a true taste of Canterbury. Our food and beverage offerings are an amazing opportunity to showcase the rich produce and culinary excellence our region is known for. Recently, we unveiled our new menu […]
Stylish, secure, and significantly better: NH Design and Project Management
Building new, or retrofitting doors and windows, colour, style and components all need to be considered. While they offer a view inside or out, many doors and windows also add to a building’s ambience and aesthetic. Double glazing is mandatory in New Zealand new-builds, however European standards call for triple glazing, which ensures even better […]
Culture and corten steel: Art Fetiche
A recent example of steel fabrication and installation mastery at Lake Mapourika fosters cultural identity and local connections. The collaboration between Art Fetiche, master carver Fayne Robinson, and the Department of Conservation have produced yet another work of art at the lake’s jetty. At the site north of Franz Josef Glacier, corten steel artworks were […]
Fabulous Farrington Avenue: Tao Homes
Looking for a gorgeous new home? One that’s close to shopping malls, a high school, and a load of other amenities? You need to visit Farrington Avenue in Bishopdale, and check out the latest project from innovative Tao Homes. Not just a future home, it’s also a great investment with capital gain in that area […]
Having a healthy home
Warm, dry, and comfortable are all words synonymous with a healthy home. Many factors contribute to the health of humans, factors such as the air we breathe, the humidity levels in our homes, and the water we consume. The following pages showcase some of the local businesses helping Cantabrians to have healthier homes and therefore […]
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