Architectural winners
An astounding brick house, a courageous convention centre and a variety of petite architectural innovations were named this year’s best in the Canterbury Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects Awards. Among the 31 winners is the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre. Some unusual residences also took out awards, including Apartment 41 […]
Luxury hospital care: Holly Lea
The new boutique care centre at Holly Lea Village provides an exceptional setting for those with higher-level needs. Moving to a retirement village can be a transformative lifestyle choice, and that is precisely what sets Holly Lea Village apart. A single visit to this remarkable village is all it takes to ignite contemplation […]
Editor’s note: Mid-year
We are approaching the magical time where the Southern Alps will be frosted with snow. Who can believe it’s June already? We are very lucky in Ōtautahi to have the luxury of being close to outstanding commercial ski fields and other great clubby fields and I can’t wait to hit the slopes. If […]
Rock candy
Engagement, wedding, cocktail rings come in some amazing designs, ranging from traditional solitaire settings all the way to modern interpretations, such as using black diamonds, or bezel-set bands. From dazzling diamonds to colourful semi-precious stones, the looks are endless. Here are some of the ring trends for 2023: Coloured stones – central coloured […]
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A Talented Trio
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