Understanding the market: Mike Pero Fendalton
While Covid-19 has undeniably dealt heavy blows to our health and our economy, weirdly, it has also brought about changes in the way we live that might actually be good for us. Zoom became the new meeting format and we grew to love it because it was just so darned convenient. We began […]
Collaborative design reaps awards
The NKBA (National Kitchen Bathroom Association) Awards is one of the most highly anticipated events of the year for interior designers. For entrants to the NKBA awards, achieving a win in any of its categories is an accolade to be proud of, but to be a first-time entrant and win four awards is […]
Artistic self-expression: Art Metro
Annika Mäenpää teaches a children’s afterschool painting programme, a drawing class and a Thursday evening adults’ painting class at Art Metro. Annika says being part of her students’ own artistic journey and helping them realise and reach their potential is most fulfilling. “When everything starts to come together, you can see the excitement […]
Precious heritage: Riccarton Bush Trust
We Cantabrians have always loved our heritage, and the historic buildings left post-earthquakes are more precious than ever. The care lavished by the Riccarton Bush Trust ensures this piece of living history is a gift to current and future generations. The House is receiving a spectacular repaint and its gardens are taking on […]
Your water purified: Prima Plumbing
Christchurch’s pristine drinking water was our pride and joy for so many years… We knew how lucky we were, we missed it when we travelled away, and we hoped it would always be the same. It came as a very rude shock to have our water treated with chlorine, and years later we […]
Instant lift
All-day computer use can play havoc with your hands and wrists, but this could be a thing of the past. With the new Lift Vertical Ergonomic Mouse from Logitech, the likelihood of overuse injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome is minimised due to the hand and wrist being at a more natural angle. […]
Witness the fitness
Not all fitness watches are created equal. Metropol’s gadget guy Ian Knott looks at Suunto’s impressive flagship model, the 9 Peak. If I were a betting man, it’d be a fairly safe wager that as you are reading this you are either wearing, or at least own, a fitness watch of some sort. […]
Blooming lovely
Even before spring officially arrives, bright yellow daffodils nodding their heads in parks, florists, and paddocks are a sign that the season of growth is on its way. Just as they signal spring to passers-by, daffodils – along with other spring favourites such as narcissi and tulips – can also bring a touch […]
Quarter Tea Striped Lounge: RESENE
With interior design, it’s never too late to change your stripes. Incorporating patterns is a great way to introduce a multitude of colours into any space. Not only does the use of bold colour in areas such as your living room create a striking statement and lift the room, it’s also the perfect […]
Rugged up
Rugs can be a game changer in creating a look and feel in any room. They can harmonise with other design elements or make a statement. Here are some of the basics when working with rugs: Connect spaces: Use similar or same colour rugs to unify and create a visual connection between two […]
