Renovating with innovation: Innovate Renovate
“It’s the variety of the work that gives us so much satisfaction,” according to Ron and Adrian Bradley of Innovate Renovate, the renovation management specialists. “Not only that, but we often encounter some rather head-scratching problems that require innovative solutions. Over the years we have been involved in this work, […]
Putting the heart into home: Jim the Builder
The A-team that created this St Andrews Hill home love it when a plan comes together and the judges of the Master Builders House of the Year are in full agreement. The house has received not only a Gold Award in the ‘New Home $1.5-2 million’ category, but best home in the […]
From the ground up: Designer Homes
Trends may come and trends may go, but when it comes to houses there’s nothing more arresting than the sight of a magnificent home. Designer Homes (DH) is a Christchurch company dedicated to the construction of magnificent and captivating homes that showcase distinctive, superior quality interior and exterior design. Established […]
Bringing People Together to Talk Architecture: Allfrey + South Architects
Allfrey + South Architects opened an exciting conversation on architecture with the wider community earlier this year via its new ArchiChat Group. Architect Craig South explains what the open forum is all about and why it is going from strength to strength. It has been a privilege for us to […]
Strengthening is their priority: Priority Projects
Work to strengthen Walker Court, the retail outlet at 75 Blenheim Road, is well underway and on target for completion by the end of November. Canterbury fit-out, design-build and project management company, Priority Projects, is completing the earthquake strengthening and renovations at the site that is home to Burnsco and […]
Enhancing community architecture: IKON Architects
Holly Lea Village, located in the heart of Fendalton, has been well-established as one of Christchurch’s premier retirement lifestyle villages. This is set to be enhanced as IKON Architects has been working with Generus Living Group to refresh the existing facility and design significant additions to expand the range of living options […]
Dive into the 21st century: Lagoon Pools
Swimming pools are so much more than places to cool off in. They can create a fulfilling leisure lifestyle for families, a focus for gatherings and a wonderful way to enjoy exercise. People’s expectations of what a pool should be have also become more sophisticated. That’s a fact the Australian […]
Breaking down myths about architects: Allfrey + South
Misconceptions about architects and how they work can be off-putting for those weighing up whether to use their services. In reality, as architect Craig South observes, there is nothing to fear and much to be gained from engaging a registered professional. It can be easy to forget that people outside […]
Home Exterior Spring Prep: Styles Civil Ltd
With winter upon us, it is easy to neglect the outside of your home. Still, it is important to maintain home exteriors during the winter so they can be enjoyed once spring and summer arrive. Styles Civil Ltd is your one-stop shop for everything exterior, making home maintenance less of […]
Seize the day… in the great outdoors!: Louvre Solutions
Winter is here! Which means crisp, cool, short days and long nights spent inside. Although, do they have to be? The cosy days of autumn have quickly shifted to winter, which seems to bring us all indoors. Our living space contracts to the area within our warm homes. But does […]
