Lincoln show home: Versatile Homes

Family values guide the design and build of every home created by Versatile Homes, and family living has never been easier. Honesty, integrity, and a good old-fashioned Kiwi way of doing business, are woven into the very fabric of their residential builds. Versatile Homes’ range of four family homes includes the stunning Finn design. “The […]

For truly healthy homes: Inline Architecture & Irving Builders

Kiwis are known as great building innovators, with DIY in our DNA. A team approach creates better homes for living. However, look beyond the surface and you’ll find that New Zealand’s construction methods and Building Code are typically old school and below international best practice.   Lance Irving, of Irving Builders is passionate about driving […]

Rainwater management solutions: Tanksalot®

Tanksalot® manufacture innovative solutions that harvest rainwater for reuse, and storm water management. Tanksalot tanks are particularly beneficial in an area like Canterbury, says owner Josh Pengelly. “Our above-ground solutions not only look great, they eliminate the costs and complexity associated with below ground rainwater management alternatives.” Their corrugated steel tanks are stylish, 100 percent […]

Sharing you vision: VVV Real Estate

Owning a home is a vision many New Zealanders share, but finding a foothold on the property ladder can seem scary and daunting. The knowledge and skills required to begin that journey are not taught at school. That is a lesson that Stephanie Robertson, owner of VVV Real Estate, learned for herself and that is […]

Editor’s perspective: Bridal bliss

This issue, Metropol brings you inspirational nuptial ideas, and suggestions, direct from many locals who make all the wedding magic happen. Celebrants, event planners, photographers, venue owners, caterers, dress designers, and many more, put their heads together and combine their talents to create a perfect occasion for each happy couple. That’s no mean feat. Christchurch […]

The art of facial tailoring

Healthy radiant skin will always be in fashion, and Cantabrians have Dr Brigid Lee to turn to for help achieving that. Metropol editor Lynda Papesch explains. Many women, and an increasing number of men, are turning to cosmetic medicine to “refresh” their look. In Christchurch they turn to Dr Brigid Lee, one half of the […]