Add a little light
One of the best ways to transform your interior spaces is with lighting. Light and shade can make a room feel comfortable but also dramatic and atmospheric. When used correctly, it can help highlight artwork on a wall, make a room look and feel bigger, or simply add a warm, gentle glow instead […]
A grand opportunity
Work is well under way to turn The Grand in central Christchurch into a world-class destination, complete with an artisan French bakery, people-focused food court experience, visitor information centre, iconic restaurants, and bars and one of New Zealand’s largest outdoor plazas. Stage 1 of the project is already fully funded. A second crowdfunding […]
Passive makes perfect sense: Team Green Architects
Architecturally designed passive houses have come to the fore in recent years, and among the leading proponents is Team Green Architects. Its approach is to fully understand each client’s dream and vision, to follow world leading energy efficient design principals, focus on a beautiful architectural outcome, and bring together the best team to […]
Help conserve Putaringamotu: Riccarton Bush
A remarkable 7.8-hectare remnant Kahikatea forest, situated just 3km from the Christchurch City centre, Pūtaringamotu/Riccarton Bush needs your help. Open free to the public during daylight hours, the bush includes almost 900 metres of flat, relatively accessible tracks. Home to numerous native birds such as kereru, korimako, pīwakawaka and riroriro, and to many […]
Award-winning, simplicity of form: Chaney & Norman Architects
Architects Beth Chaney-Walker and Chris Norman formed a creative partnership in 2018, bringing together a mutual passion for sustainable, high performing homes. Their NZIA registered practice of architects and architectural graduates works collaboratively, drawing on their collective experience for their designs. One such outstanding design from Chaney & Norman Architects is the Ben […]
Special gifts: Coco Gifts
Why travel long distances to locate the perfect gift when you’ll find endless choice, and exclusive, quality products, right on your doorstep? Situated in central St Albans, just a few blocks from Merivale Mall, Coco Gifts are the experts at streamlining your shopping experience, starting with stress-free car parking, and helpful staff. You’ll […]
Torque talk
The “Road to Zero” is already well underway. It has been a couple of years since the Government made the announcement of achieving a “zero” road death toll by 2050. The spearhead of this goal is the country’s speed limits. While I do agree some technical and off camber rural 100km/h roads with […]
Zero emissions from fully electric
Available foR the fiRst time, the fully electRic BMW 7 Series sedan will arrive in New Zealand later this year. The fully electric i7 which is based on the seventh-generation 7 Series flagship sedan joins BMW’s rapidly expanding line-up of forward-thinking, zero emissions mobility solutions. The combination of efficient electric drive optimised adaptive […]
Eco-friendly paint and panel: RO Jones Panelbeaters
Since moving in to their new facility at 10 Cass Street, Sydenham, RO Jones Panelbeaters Limited have seen exponential growth. Thanks to easier access for customers along, more off-street parking than their previous location in St Asaph Street and a new facility including a new spray booth, RO Jones Director Karl Stohr is […]
