City’s first 7-star showhome: Pringle Homes
Award-winning design and build company, Pringle Homes, has built Christchurch’s first 7-star Homestar-rated showhome and you can find it at 9 Falcon Road, Falcons Landing. Homestar is a rating tool which measures the health, warmth and efficiency of New Zealand houses, and is administered by the Green Building Council. Pringle […]
Let’s talk architectural builds: David Magill Builders
New landmarks are rising in central Christchurch on a satisfyingly regular basis and the latest building to catch our eye will break ground before Christmas. Built by David Magill Builders, this three-story home on the corner of Cranmer Square and Chester Street West will be a milestone on your journey […]
Exceptional 1900s villa restoration: Nathan Cook Builders
For nearly 20 years, Nathan Cook has been building, repairing and renovating homes in Canterbury and beyond. His company, Nathan Cook Builders, has a reputation for its expertise in architectural builds, light commercial construction, and renovation of both modern and historic homes. Nathan’s qualified and skilled team has a wealth […]
New homes for local charity
If you’ve visited South Christchurch Library recently, you might have bumped into go-getter Anna Freeman. Nearly every Saturday she can be found there sharing one of her greatest loves with others: reading. Anna is your everyday spirited 25-year-old with a penchant for languages, music, choir and yoga. She also has […]
Approaching alterations: Linetype Architectural
Having recently received a National Award at the 2019 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards in the Additions and Alterations Category, I thought it timely to share a few thoughts on my approach to altering houses. Often there is already a good amount of dollar value in the existing house, so one needs […]
Historic building breathes life into Edgeware: Hobdays Properties
The third-generation family owners of a block of shops in Edgeware have completed a full refurbishment of the buildings 60 years after they were constructed by their grandfather, Jim Hobday. The upgrade has restored the retail block to its former glory. The Hobday family have a long history in the […]
Celebrating carbon footprint reduction: YHA New Zealand
YHA New Zealand has reconfirmed its carboNZeroCertTM certification by celebrating a 21 percent reduction in carbon emissions since 2016. This celebration comes off the back of its nomination for the Environmental category of the New Zealand Tourism Awards. Both achievements represent a challenge from YHA to the rest of the […]
It’s all in the detail: Davinia Sutton
Multi award-winning Christchurch designer Davinia Sutton’s stunning kitchen and bathroom projects for two Canterbury homes were recognised at the recent 2019 National Kitchen and Bathroom Association Awards (NKBA) New Zealand, where she was also named 2019 Designer of the Year. Held in Melbourne, Davinia Sutton of Detail by Davinia Sutton […]
Celebrating 30 years in business: First Windows and Doors Christchurch
Longevity and loyalty are two defining qualities of First Windows & Doors Christchurch. The spring party to celebrate 30 years in business brought together Graeme and Jane Carrodus and Clynt Inns who started the company, as well as second-generation owners Simon Carrodus and Lizzie Dryden. The revelry brought together current […]
Crafting Homes: Steve Brown Builders
When it comes to building on the hills, only the very best in experience and expertise will do, and that’s where renowned hill builders, Steve Brown Builders come in. Director Steve Brown has been bringing dreams to life in conjunction with leading architects for 30 years. “We offer our clients […]
