Standing out from the crowd: Nick Rogers Builder Ltd
Architects and builders have long sought to stand out from the crowd with aesthetically pleasing designs, but a new property in Hanmer Springs stands out from the crowd as much for the clever technology built into its design as it does for its external appearance. “There’s not many houses in […]
From stables to ski villas
With Queenstown’s winter ski season in full swing, there are eight new homes turning heads on Packhorse Lane in Arthur’s Point. The rich history of the site dates back to the 1860’s gold rush, during which time miners would make the arduous journey out of Skipper’s Canyon to sell their newfound gold. […]
Ivan Iafeta: The Influencers
In a place like Christchurch where, in recent years, there has been an intense focus on planning for the future, stopping to just focus on the ‘here and now’ can be tempting. While life should never be all work and no play, we need to choose our moments and, when it […]
John Bridgman: The Influencers
We’ve delivered roads, parks, laneways, a promenade and we have two of the largest buildings in the city under construction – Te Pae and the Metro Sports facility. But later this year Ōtākaro will take on a new type of project with the North Frame pedestrian bridge. The 32-metre-long, four-metre-wide bridge […]
Functionality & Aesthetics: Affordable Concrete
From increased durability to greater flexural strength, the benefits of steel mesh reinforced concrete are obvious. The team at locally owned and operated family business Affordable Concrete & Paving are true concrete experts – and are offering a special deal of free steel mesh reinforcement for home driveways booked before 31 August. […]
Elegant Architecture: Borrmeister Architects
The rebuild of an award-winning 1970s abode in Cashmere took cues from its original plans, while modernising and reinterpreting the design into a functional family home. Shortlisted at the recent Canterbury NZIA Awards, the ‘Courtyard House’ features a dramatic promenade entry enclosed in glass and vertical louvres, revealing the heart of the […]
Breathing life into the city: Stockman Group
Lured by the historic enchantment of the SALT district, small businesses are returning – breathing community spirit back into a very unique part of town. Above Your Space, at the heart of this redevelopment, has an evolving portfolio of boutique office spaces from 10-100sqm. “This was always known as the […]
The future of air tech: Future Air Solutions
Playing to their diverse strengths and catering to the market has seen Future Air Solutions grow exponentially since the company was established. Even as recently as six years ago there were around six people involved; now there are more than 20. Future Air Solutions’ expertise is truly expressed in its […]
Committed to rebuilding: Terra Consultants
Terra Consultants’ move into central Christchurch has been a win-win for the local business. The company is proud to provide a personal service and works hard to contribute to the redevelopment of a city they love. Now located in the Innovation Precinct at 150 Lichfield Street, the team – made […]
Surveying residential damage: Fraser Thomas
Fraser Thomas’ areas of engineering expertise are many and varied. One particularly close to some homeowners following the Canterbury earthquakes is the company’s work surveying damage to residential buildings. “An unfortunate consequence of the earthquakes is that there have been a number of disagreements between homeowners and insurance companies about […]
