Working with natural beauty
Timber cladding has seen a sharp rise in popularity over the last decade, used by leading architects and seen in incredible designs across New Zealand, in new and inspired ways. The natural material has always been used in building, but like all trends has dipped and risen over the decades. The latest, strong […]
Summer fun poolside
As thoughts turn to summer and warmer days, many also turn to swimming; taking that first dip in the sea or better yet frolicking in your own pool. Always wanted a pool but don’t know where to start? Christchurch has numerous expert pool companies who’d be happy to talk about requirements and set […]
Award-winning contemporary cabin
Accolades continue to roll in for Christchurch architectural designer Barry Connor and his Skylark Cabin project. During the recent 2021 Canterbury/Westland ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards, his design for the cabin was highly commended in the Residential New Home up to 150m2 Category. Skylark Cabin (pictured), nestled among the foothills of the Ben […]
New Brighton housing development
Three new blocks of land in New Brighton are up for grabs for new housing development. The next step in the ongoing regeneration of Christchurch’s seaside suburb, the New Brighton land parcels are on Beresford Street, one street over from the town’s main street and close to the seafront. Expressions of interest in […]
Dream stadium doors open
The recently opened MainPower Stadium is a dream come true for North Canterbury sports enthusiasts and an exciting, highly anticipated addition to the area. The 6000-square-metre, state-of-the-art stadium in Rangiora opened its doors in early August and is the largest of its kind to be built in the region. The $28 million facility […]
Finishing touches
Rolleston is soon to gain a state of the art multifunctional centre, as the finishing touches are being made to the $22 million project. Te Ara Ātea will be a place for community gathering and sharing knowledge. Sitting at the edge of the new town centre, the 2200 square metre two-storey building will […]
Soak it up
Call it a spa pool, a hot tub, a Jacuzzi or even a think tank, a small bubbling hot pool can provide hours of relaxation all year round. As they have become more popular, spa pools have found their way into more and more Kiwi homes in all shapes, sizes and materials. Sizes […]
Engineering the future: Tetrad Consulting
While the concept of structure, stability and constructive direction can seem unfeasible during lockdown, some companies reinforce their determination and reshape their expertise in a changing environment. Engineering consultancy firm Tetrad is no stranger to challenges, having opened its doors in January 2020, pre-pandemic, and now enjoying concrete triumphs in a competitive market. […]
Constructive design collaborations
Using the wider Canterbury/Otago regions as their professional canvas, the newly established architectural practice, Figure & Ground (formerly Connell Architecture) and Petrie Construction work in collaboration to provide excellence in design and construction. Connell Architecture won two Highly Commended awards for Residential New Homes in Ngahere Street at the recent Architectural Designers New […]
Supreme construction: Clive Barrington
Six houses entered; six gold awards won, including the 2021 Registered Master Builders’ Canterbury Supreme House of the Year Award. Winning six awards, two category awards, the lifestyle award and the overall Supreme Award has never been achieved before. It’s well known that quality and perfection are hallmarks of the work of the […]
