For the love of framing: Art & Frame

The art of framing has experienced a huge increase in popularity over recent years, as society places more importance on preserving heirlooms and memorabilia, and showcasing certificates and other imagery. Demand means family business Art & Frame is constantly creating beautiful frames, and selling items such as needlework and tapestry kits to stitch […]

The new car in town: Blackwells

It seems like New Zealand is getting rather spoilt. So many new car brands have entered our market within the last few years. The latest of these is Omoda, which has joined the stable of Blackwell Motors. Ben Selby reports. Omoda, pronounced “Oh-Mo-Dah” is already grabbing attention in New Zealand with the brand’s […]

Complete design inside and out: Foley Group Architecture

Good design starts with context, whether for a house, an office building or a civic project. Site selection is critical, although the reasons for choosing one are personal and varied, says design director Rob d’Auvergne, of Foley Group Architecture. They have been designing residential and commercial buildings, interiors, and landscapes for over 35 […]

Playing it safe: Commonwealth Vault

When thinking about keeping valuables safe, people often believe that locking them in a safe at home is the ideal security solution. It’s that kind of erroneous thinking that allows today’s opportunistic burglars to enjoy the spoils of their crime sprees. As the value and price of gold and silver sit at an […]

Making life easier: Garador

Sometimes it’s the small details that turn an okay day into a great day. Sometimes something seemingly small comes into your life, and you wonder how you ever lived without it. Take your garage door as a classic example. You use it every day, sometimes multiple times per day. It should open, close, […]