Leeann Watson: The Influencers
As we head into spring, Christchurch is looking spectacular. With the opening of two new city amenities, the $50 million Hoyts EntX cinema complex and Tūranga, the central library, it’s great to see Christchurch residents getting back into the central city. We’ve seen many businesses make the commitment to return to the central […]
Innovative wall linings: Juken New Zealand Ltd
Triboard TGV – manufactured by Juken New Zealand Ltd [JNL] is an innovative engineered wood panel that offers an alternative to plasterboard. “This product is specifically designed for the lining of high-impact areas such as garages and rumpus rooms”, explains Gordon Wilmshurst, Sales & Marketing Manager for JNL. “These areas […]
Behind the construction scenes: DJ Hewitt
“We are happy to hold their hand every step of the way,” says Daryl Hewitt. The whole package can be provided from working with engineers, designers, and the council, through to interior design – Tara Hewitt’s professional expertise. After nearly a quarter of a century building residential homes, the Christchurch-based […]
Experienced fence experts: Paragon Fencing
Proudly New Zealand owned and operated, Paragon Fencing Systems’ third-generation business is at the forefront of customer care and has attention to detail which is second to none. With a combined experience of more than 70 years in the building and construction industry, the company can plan and build your perfect […]
A strategic move: Strategic Homes
For more than 17 years, Strategic Homes has built houses for the people of Canterbury, with more than 800 dwellings completed to date. Now, in an exciting move, the company is changing its name to Touchstone Homes. Directors Andrew O’Donoghue and Karen Pritchard explain the rationale behind the name change. […]
A positive way forward
Architect Craig South suggests a new campaign promoting Christchurch’s spirit of exploration is a good fit with the city’s past and its current culture of innovation. Christchurch has come a long way since the earthquakes, but we have yet to attract enough people to the city to get it really […]
Building a Dream: Fleetwood Construction
Fleetwood Construction has just handed over one of the most stunning properties it has ever created, and the client is now enjoying the fruits of this talented team’s labour in the stunning Governors Bay. Working alongside Matt Gutsell, from Sheppard and Rout Architects, owners Sam and Charlotte Fleetwood are thrilled […]
Old School Values: Bodycore Gym
Bodycore Gym is so much more than a fitness centre – it’s a community hub, where kindness and compassion are valued, and ordinary people aspire to reach their potential. Combining a café and a supplement shop, the newly opened 24/7 gym on Battersea St in Sydenham provides an inspirational and […]
Modern living: Latimer Central Apartments
The Gatehouse marks the entrance and first stage of Latimer Central – a coveted inner-city residence, built to endure decades, with a total of thirty-four apartments. With a drive-through portico, the Gatehouse includes four apartments, leading through to the second stage of this Street and Cook Construction development, its brick veneered […]
Beautiful bathrooms
We love spending time at home – and that includes the bathroom too. Its overall design is becoming increasingly cosy and welcoming – and revealing the growing influence of general interior design trends in the process. At the same time, new technical developments are a must-have in the bathroom too. […]
