Allergy-friendly flowers
Pollens fill the air at this time of year, exacerbating hay fever, sinus conditions, and breathing problems such as asthma, amongst others. Spring and summer are prime seasons for flowers so there’s more pollen in the air than usual. Despite that, it’s possible to enjoy a colourful garden without sneezing, itchy eyes, and runny noses. […]
Rewarding building excellence
A University of Canterbury civil engineering student Yu Li (pictured far right) won the “Next Gen Supreme Award” at the 2024 New Zealand Building People Awards. More than 600 construction industry professionals gathered to celebrate the excellence of the people behind a variety of projects nationwide, and congratulate award recipients. Yu Li received two awards […]
Buzzing with talent: Te Pae General Manager Ross Steele
As a relative newcomer to Ōtautahi Christchurch, having lived here five years, I have quickly developed a deep appreciation for the city, and all it has to offer. I am continually amazed by the remarkable achievements of Christchurch businesses on the global stage. From companies developing cutting-edge medical implants for surgeons worldwide to virtual and […]
City set to boom: Christchurch City mayor Phil Mauger
We get all four seasons in Christchurch and spring is in swing – another reason I love living here. I know I’m not alone in that, there’s a lot going on for our city, it’s great to see. The place is humming, with exciting developments and the talk from up north is not ‘where are […]
Stairways to heaven
Contemporary home and office design is often multi-level, necessitating a need for one or more stairways. Current trends are towards curved and organic designs, such as the one pictured here, replacing traditional straight lines with fluidity and movement. They’re often works of art. Using helical, spiral, and free-form designs, curved stairs add a dynamic and […]
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