Interior Design Style Choices
Which choice is your pick? 1. MODERN Modern is a broad design term that typically refers to a home with clean, crisp lines and a simple colour palette that uses materials such as metal, glass or steel. Modern designs use simplicity with their furnishing and accessory statements. Sleek is […]
Beyond Compare: French Blue
A visit to French Blue in Normans Road feels like a little sojourn through some of the loveliest spots of Europe. Here is a gift boutique where rarity and quality are paramount to owner Catherine Matthews. With Christmas but days away, French Blue offers the opportunity to gift loved ones […]
Gorgeous Gifting: The Gift Box
Christmas shopping lists are easily ticked off at The Gift Box in Lincoln. From homeware and décor items, jewellery and stocking stuffers, to innovative toys and games for the kids, the store’s extensive range of unique gift ideas caters to all ages. “Some of our exciting new stock includes light-up […]
Re-levelling Solution: Mainmark
New Zealand is no stranger to seismic activity and Christchurch residents know only too well the importance of structural integrity. Widespread liquefaction has affected countless building foundations in the region, including the Kamahi Apartments, an eight-storey residential apartment building in Merivale. When Bruce McDonald from KCRB Ltd purchased Kamahi Apartments, […]
Ethics Exquisite: The Flock
Paramount to Melody Leveridge, owner of The Flock (shop 7, The Tannery) is that her organic, primarily New Zealand made merchandise has origins of traceability, sustainability, purity and fair-trade certification. “Ethics is our core philosophy, but we pride ourselves on our service, which includes premium giftware, laybys and exchanges.” With […]
All Locked Up
It seems the latest in trends to hit the home will have you heading back to the school yard. Yes, lockers are hitting the mainstream, with colours and styles to suit a range of homes and decors. These playground staples are being transformed into bedside cabinets, laundry storage and a […]
Connoisseurs in Cleaning: Perfect Cleaning MF
Let’s be honest, sometimes our busy day-to-day activities get in the way of keeping the house clean. However, Perfect Cleaning MF is here to take the stress out of housekeeping by keeping your home, flat or office spick and span on a regular basis. Based in Riccarton since 2015, Perfect […]
Behind the construction scenes: DJ Hewitt
“We are happy to hold their hand every step of the way,” says Daryl Hewitt. The whole package can be provided from working with engineers, designers, and the council, through to interior design – Tara Hewitt’s professional expertise. After nearly a quarter of a century building residential homes, the Christchurch-based […]
From Home to Castle
Whoever first uttered those immortal words about a man’s home being his castle was a wise person indeed. Our home is our sanctuary; it’s our haven of rest and relaxation; it’s our blissful place where all the hassles and worries of the working day slip from our weary bodies as soon as […]
Experienced fence experts: Paragon Fencing
Proudly New Zealand owned and operated, Paragon Fencing Systems’ third-generation business is at the forefront of customer care and has attention to detail which is second to none. With a combined experience of more than 70 years in the building and construction industry, the company can plan and build your perfect […]
