Dopamine décor

Just like dopamine dressing, which is all the rage these days, dopamine décor is a hot new trend taking the design world by storm. The word “dopamine,” brings up imagery of joyous emotions dancing in your brain, and that’s precisely the vibe you want to achieve with dopamine décor. Say goodbye to mundane and predictable […]

Variety is the spice: Te Pae Christchurch General Manager Ross Steele

As business events flood into our city, the variety of businesses convening to showcase best practice never ceases to amaze me. Take just some of the events Te Pae Christchurch hosted in August: The NZ Crane Association, where delegates enjoyed lunch around three huge cranes in exhibition halls. Local Government NZ conference, strongly representing our […]

A starring role: ChristchurchNZ CEO Alison Adams

How many screen productions do you think are filmed in Waitaha Canterbury annually? Up until two years ago there was an average of just one production every three years partly filmed across the region. Aotearoa’s screen industry, including gaming and special effects, is worth about $3.5 billion a year to New Zealand, yet Canterbury was […]

Sustainable Scandinavian style: Kjole Style

Sustainable fashion and timeless style go hand in hand. A curated wardrobe of quality, versatile pieces to last you through seasons and wear is always worth the investment. Scandinavian style combines functionality with beauty and at Kjole Style, you’ll find just that. The Hanmer Springs-owned and operated boutique stocks an array of European brands, such […]

Xtreme: Art Fetiche

Designing, creating, and installing the components for a customised man cave in Christchurch is the latest in a long line of awe-inspiring projects from local company Art Fetiche. It’s a company that is anything but ordinary, working with people and organisations that want to stand out. Read on…   When Canterbury businessman  Dean Graham wanted […]

Combining business and pleasure: Melton Estate

Blending team-building, networking, and relaxation, comes as a vital player in successful team chemistry. An ideal choice for your company conference, client function, training course, product launch, break-out lunch, or board meeting, is Melton Estate. Sophisticated and well-equipped conference facilities sit within a beautiful vineyard setting, with a peaceful, rural outlook. Clients enjoy friendly, personalised […]