A better way to build: Ultimate Homes eHaus

The concept of passive housing is soaring to major popularity, proving these homes are becoming the future. Martin Smith and the team at Ultimate Homes are award-winning and hold a well-earned reputation as builders of exceptional new builds. Specialising in new residential homes, they are the only licensed builders of eHaus passive houses […]

Bringing new life to homes for 35 years: MF Turnbull

Celebrating 35 years in business is something that Christchurch business couple Monique and Murray Turnbull can be justifiably proud of. For more than three decades, they’ve injected new life into furniture, fittings, and homes, initially starting in 1988 servicing the furniture and joinery industries as specialist finishers of spray applied coatings. Business has […]

Hanmer Springs on two wheels

Low-impact, fun, and adventurous, biking is a great exercise alternative that is ideal when exploring or holidaying. With multiple bike tracks to suit all ages and abilities, and an invitingly picturesque village to cycle around, Hanmer Springs is even more so enjoyed on two wheels. Plan your tracks with the Hanmer Springs Mountain […]

Insulation, the secret to a warm home: InsulFound

Cantabrians know the value of warmth. Not all homes are created equal when winter begins to bite. While heating solutions offer respite, the real key to cosiness is proper insulation. New Zealand homes generally use between 50-70% of their energy consumption on heating and cooling. This figure would be drastically reduced if all […]

July men’s picks

CURATED BY NINA TUCKER Sleek shoes, boxy jackets and cosy sweaters are my favourites this month, offering both off-duty and nice-night-out energy. Marry a cool classic look and a seductive allure with these hues, and pair that with a bold, sexy fragrance. Main image: Navy Shetland sweater, Rembrandt.