Hundreds of entries
This year the Registered Master Builders House of the Year regional competition attracted more than 347 entries across 11 regions. The national awards later this month will recognise the Supreme House of the Year and Supreme Renovation of the Year, alongside 15 award categories, the Pink Batts Craftsmanship Award, two Feature Home Awards, […]
The Prebbleton Village
Last month, Metropol’s Build section featured a story about a commercial development in Prebbleton, and inadvertently included a photo of The Prebbleton Village development. The photo was unrelated to the development in the story. It, and those on this page, relate to The Prebbleton Village development which is a MON project. The first […]
Comfort, warmth and longevity: UPVC Windows
Much of the lower South Island is known for extremes of climate – scorching hot over 30-degree days in the summer and temperatures plummeting well below zero in the winter. Such fluctuations call for building materials that perform at the highest level of efficiency, especially with respect to thermal insulation, noise reduction and […]
Flawless renovation renews character: Morel Construction
The cobbler’s children might have been the worst shod, but this builder’s family have the most gorgeous, character packed, family friendly, desirable, and memorable home. The classic three-bedroom bungalow in Gosset Street always had bags of charm, but the rooms were small and dark, and many families-worth of love and laughter had taken […]
Furniture for your outdoor: Kenneally Timber
The landscaping is complete, the lawn is looking lovely, and the sun is shining. All that is needed is the perfect set of outdoor furniture to put a bit of holiday into every day. If you’re an entertainer you’ll want a table that seats up to 10, and a drinks trolley. Your turn […]
Open for viewing
Ravenscar House Museum, the stylish new home for a collection celebrating New Zealand art and artists, opened to the public on November 8. Designed by Patterson Associates, Ravenscar House Museum is the vision of Christchurch philanthropists Susan and the late Jim Wakefield who gifted it to the people of Christchurch and Canterbury through […]
Tiny homes made easy
Owning or living in a tiny house is now more than just an expression of a lifestyle, but a way of life for so many people all around the globe. Your desire to reduce waste and your carbon footprint are awesome but do not mean your tiny house has to be a shack […]
Shine a light
Heading into summer with longer days, many will be enjoying more time outside long after the sun goes down. That’s when the lights go on, and it’s just as important to have proper lighting outdoors as it is indoors. Many of the same principles apply to indoor and outdoor lighting, although the latter […]
Dreaming of a great kitchen: Dream Doors
Almost 10 years ago, Adrian Kay started his own Dream Doors Kitchens franchise in 2012. Since then, Adrian and his tightly knit team of skilled tradesmen have earned a sterling reputation for bringing a new lease of life to one of the most lived-in areas of your house. That reputation has earned him […]
Make an entrance
The first aspect of a home many people notice is the front door. In real estate terms it is called kerb appeal, and there is nothing easier if you want to make a statement than to freshen a front door with a new coat of paint, or by installing a custom wood or […]
