Closet envy
Contemporary home design often includes a walk-in wardrobe as part of the master suite, and also as part of a guest suite. Spacious, well organised and with a built-in storage system are the basics, however the finished room will depend on who it’s for and what their style is. A luxury wardrobe is […]
Summer fun poolside
As thoughts turn to summer and warmer days, many also turn to swimming; taking that first dip in the sea or better yet frolicking in your own pool. Always wanted a pool but don’t know where to start? Christchurch has numerous expert pool companies who’d be happy to talk about requirements and set […]
Soak it up
Call it a spa pool, a hot tub, a Jacuzzi or even a think tank, a small bubbling hot pool can provide hours of relaxation all year round. As they have become more popular, spa pools have found their way into more and more Kiwi homes in all shapes, sizes and materials. Sizes […]
Get decked out for summer: The Pro Group
How does your deck look after winter? Perhaps it is in need of some TLC to make it look its best again. Deck and Fence Pro’s Tim Gerard is just the person to work magic on faded, dirty or mossy timber to give you an outdoor space where you can be proud to […]
Illuminated spaces
With warm summer nights in sight, it is time to start thinking about creating your perfect outdoor entertaining area. When the sun sinks, outdoor lighting is the real hero. There is so much you can do with lighting to create ambience and a sense of cosiness outside. The right lighting for your area […]
Finding the right agent for you: Ray White Rangiora
“How will I know what agent will work best for me?” “Does the commission really impact the sale price?” “Does the method of sale really matter?” These are common questions often asked by clients of Ray White Rangiora. Currently real estate seems to be on everybody’s lips and it can be […]
Fighting back against fast furniture: D.J. Morrison Ltd
Modern living is “fast” – fast food, fast fashion, fast furniture. In a bid to keep up with the most recent home trends many people tend to opt for buying cheaper, lower quality products that inevitably end up in landfills a few years later. This approach is a complete anathema for third […]
Cutting a rug: Nile Rugs
Shape, size and colour; rugs can change the look and feel of a room, creating vibrancy, serenity or whatever the homeowner wants. Christchurch’s Nile Rugs takes pride in providing New Zealanders with genuine hand knotted rugs imported directly from their source of production. “We are delighted to present a collection of hand-woven […]
Visit and read a while: Steadfast Books
A comfy chair, a peaceful warm environment, intelligent conversation and best of all books, books and more books. Enter the world of Steadfast Books in Woolston, where owner Heath Ling is an unabashed bookworm. Heath views himself as a curator and an historian, creating an ethical world for fellow booklovers. The shelves […]
Christchurch’s yin and yang builders: DJ Hewitt Builders
Metropol catches up with DJ Hewitt Builders’ principal Daryl Hewitt. What is your point of difference? It’s said that my strength is my fussiness. People are surprised about the little extras, such as the attention to detail, and things they weren’t expecting. We have built many homes over 26 years in business. […]
