Creative Airport Terminal upgrade
Christchurch Airport’s unveiled plans for a revamp of its terminal offering with the new facilities expected to be ready for a busy summer of international visitors. The project will deliver 12 new eateries, new retail spaces, upgraded bathrooms, a new parent’s room, a remodelled food court, and a large children’s play area. Airport […]
Go with the flow: Enviroflo
If they are doing what they are designed to, they shouldn’t take up any of our headspace at all. Low key and unassuming, they are the introverts of the construction world. But like human introverts, we couldn’t function without their quiet and dedicated commitment to their job. We are talking about drains here. […]
It’s all in the name
One New Zealand has secured a 10 year naming rights partnership with Te Kaha Stadium, currently under construction in Christchurch. Now called One New Zealand Stadium, the iconic 36,000-concert capacity, roofed venue is expected to open in 2026, in the central city. The naming partnership spans 10 years, from 2026-36. “This is an […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
