Building trust: DGI Morgan

Ask anyone to name the one overriding and essential determinant that influences their final decision in choosing one business over another and invariably the answer will be “a trusted name”. Trust is key in business, and is born from a customer service that consistently delivers in terms of workmanship, budget and meeting deadlines. […]

A gallery of gold: Windsor Gallery

Windsor Gallery, a contemporary gallery with an emphasis on larger artworks. The reputation built from more than a century’s service to art is widely recognised within the corporate sector, with the gallery supplying a large volume of artworks into hospitals, retirement villages and hotels. Its multi award-winning custom picture framing service means clientele […]

Time for a change: MF Turnball Ltd

Sustainability, shop local, carbon footprint, reduce, reuse, repair, recycle, think globally act locally. These concepts have gradually imprinted on our minds and our consciences, gaining real traction politically and personally since the significant and high profile “Save Manapouri” environmental campaign began in 1959. Active environmental awakening of city folk progressed from the compost […]

Full of special treasures: Pot Pourri

Discover the extensive array of beautiful homewares, fashion, gifts and local delights at Pot Pourri. Located on beautiful Akaroa’s main road, the cosy store is stocked with a combination of contemporary and classic items, as well as the latest trending gifts and homewares. For the perfect spot of weekend shopping, Pot Pourri offers […]

Flowers by you

Floral arrangements create a beautiful burst of colour in any room and add a little something special to a home. If you have ever wanted to try your hand at creating your own pretty arrangements, Metropol has a few top tips to get you started. Selection When selecting your flowers, try choose a […]

The language of flowers

For many centuries, flowers have been used to convey various messages such as love and hope. During the Victorian era saying it with flowers became a fine art with nearly all homes having a guidebook to help send the right message. Flowers were often used to deliver messages that couldn’t be spoken out […]

Spring into the garden: Kiwiflora Nurseries

With the welcomed arrival of spring, it is the time when people start thinking about their gardens and what to plant for the season ahead. Growing plants and trees at home takes the right knowledge, and a little help from the experts is never a bad idea. Kiwiflora Nurseries have an ever-changing range […]

Lighting the way: Love Light Soy Candles

Softly flickering candlelight and delicate fragrances bring ambience to any room. From romantic to light and airy, orchard fruits to the smell of the sea or mum’s favourite flowers, set the scene with Love Light Soy Candles, hand-poured, here in Christchurch. Sisters Lisa Mallinson and Tania Mitchell create a range of unique 100 […]

Colour Me New: Alena Designs

Your unique style, the one that reflects your personality, applies to your home too, and is now within reach! Whether you’re looking to redesign your entire house or simply a room or two, interior designer/colour consultant Judy, at Alena Designs, can help direct your distinct style needs. Judy believes colour speaks the language […]

Enjoy a great sleep: Dreamwool Beds

The benefits of a good night’s sleep are multiple. Studies worldwide have shown that a decent sleep nightly should boost your immune system, result in better work productivity, improved mental agility, weight loss and mood control. Sleep helps keep your mind and body healthy. Most adults need seven or more hours of […]