Tame-ing the Politicians

Jack Tame has spent 15 years keeping New Zealanders up to date on the biggest stories from around the world. Metropol catches up with the Christchurch-raised broadcaster about what it takes to take on the politicians ahead of an exceptional election.     One of New Zealand’s most recognisable television journalists, Jack […]

That sneaky feeling

Once reserved for occasions of exercise, the aptly named sneaker has well and truly snuck into our day-to-day wardrobes, where it shows no sign of imminent departure.   The continued rise of athleisure has been well documented, and sneakers have certainly established a strong footing in the closets of the world’s most […]

Choux Pastry & Éclairs

Choux pastry can be a bit scary at first, but definitely give it a go — after a little practice you’ll never look back! There are so many options with choux; we’ve given a couple of sweet ones here, but choux is also great savoury, and deep-fried, the filling choices are endless. […]

Simply a-door-able: Resene

A mini mural doesn’t have to be relegated to your walls. It can be on a door, floor, ceiling, dresser or other piece of furniture – and it can even break the boundaries of a single area to spill onto another. This otherwise neutral entryway has been injected full of personality thanks […]

Uncompromising craftsmanship: LOC Construction

While the size of jobs can vary from a several million-dollar project to a small renovation, there is never a variation in the quality of the work done by LOC Construction   “We specialise in architectural designs and hill work, but we give equal attention to a bathroom renovation – every client […]

Stunning sustainable design: Weir Architecture

Like a Phoenix rising from the ashes, the former eight-storey Latimer Apartments has overcome its troubled earthquake past to re-emerge as Canopy Apartments – a fabulous complex comprising 40 individual apartments overlooking Latimer Square and its century-old trees.     With options of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and four two-storey penthouse apartments, this […]