Wicker-ed Furniture: WovenVeranda
Cirebon is situated about 250km east of Jakarta, Indonesia and has become a bit of a superstar in the world of outdoor furniture. Establishing itself as the rattan trade centre and manufacturer over time, it is here that WovenVeranda products begin their lifecycle before ending up on the shores of little old […]
Walk-in wash: Barking Clean
When dog lover Maria Court’s new puppy Zoe came with a few unexpected health issues and very sensitive skin, she became determined to find products that would be suitable for her furry friend. And so, the idea of Barking Clean Self-Service Dog Wash was born. The standalone units are large, […]
Coastal cool: Jessop Architects
Rising out of the farmland and up from the idyllic beach, this sophisticated holiday home overlooking Waipu Cove, north of Auckland was masterminded by Jessop Architects and incorporates the warmth and uniqueness of natural timber throughout. Architect Darren Jessop says the project arose after he and his team renovated the […]
Airport’s architectural appetiser: Sheppard and Rout Architects
The FMG office building sits adjacent to the Memorial Gateway Bridge and is prominently situated at the entrance to Christchurch Airport. It’s a building that immediately draws the eye with a sense of dynamic that makes that trip to and from the airport that much more visually rewarding, emphasising that you are […]
The taste of Italy drives to town
It’s a well-known fact that some of the greatest and most beautiful cars ever produced hail from Italy. Brands like Ferrari, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Lancia, Fiat, Lamborghini and Iso are synonymous with the Italian’s penchant for art, design, engineering, and above all passion. On February 20, fans of Italian cars […]
Marvellous, comfy ute
Mazda’s new BT50 is finally here. Available in 2WD and 4WD, the range starts with the double cab GSX and ends with my test car, the flagship 4WD double cab limited. At $47,490 and $60,990, respectively, the price is up there yes, but this is somewhat justified when you step […]
Mega motorcycles, mega service
For Dennis Charlett, motorcycles are a way of life, whether on a Saturday ride, or competing in the New Zealand Superbike Championship, of which he has multiple national titles under his belt. Dennis knows the bike industry inside and out, which led to him purchasing Budget Motorcycles Spares Ltd, and […]
New take on a sporty classic
It’s not the typical jump-in-and-go-get-Fish’n’chips, but you will soon spot Maserati’s new range like the Ghibli, Quattroporte and Levante around the place with a more unified look. Maserati started producing cars in Bologna in 1914 with the iconic trident as its bonnet’s standard. It’s a luxury car brand making 75,000 […]
The perfect fit
The name Kamiq originates from the language of the Inuit people, native to Northern Canada and Greenland. It means, “something that fits perfectly”. And I think that says it all. I live a pretty busy life, which means I need a car that is easy-to-use and equipped to deal with […]
