The re-upholstery renaissance: McDonald Hartshorne
If nothing else, Covid-19 has had us focus on tackling those backburner projects. Many have spruced their homes with a new paint job, and while that goes a long way to aesthetic enhancement, shabby furniture can let the whole project down. Artisan re-upholsterer McDonald and Hartshorne shares some wisdom on remedying that […]
Timber triumph: Loburn Sawmill Ltd
Timber; its versatility is unsurpassed and it is tasked with everything from keeping us warm in winter to forming the very framework from which we build our homes. But our love of timber is based on so much more than its aesthetic value. Of course it looks good, but it’s also […]
Rocking the stone look: Deccan Stone
We’ve long been a fan of natural stone, after all, rocking this look gives you looks and longevity! Whether you’ve got a summer barbecue project in mind, a driveway to pave or a commercial kerbing job to undertake, there’s a stone profile to suit. Metropol caught up with Deccan Stone Director […]
Uber-urban art: Fiksate Gallery
It is the only gallery in New Zealand specialising in urban contemporary art, and with the most recognised names in the genre associated with it, Fiksate Gallery has much to be proud of. It was the Spectrum 2015 Street Art Festival that brought husband and wife artists Jenna and Nathan Ingram […]
Change makers: Dream Doors
It’s no secret our collective attention has turned to the home this unforgettable year – so if change is on your mind, why not enquire about starting the new year with a new kitchen? Adrian Kay from Dream Doors Kitchens says renovating or refreshing the heart of the home has never been […]
Everything home, on show
Our homes have been on our minds more than ever before in 2020, and this weekend’s Canterbury Home Show is a one-stop-shop for the advice, inspiration and products required to enhance your abode. With free entry this year, locals can browse more than 100 exhibitors, chat with experts, and enjoy some […]
Prestigious security: Combined Security Solutions
Designing security CCTV products is a critical job and Combined Security Solutions co-director Paul McCormick doesn’t underestimate its importance. Using the correct camera and location for the field of view required is paramount. This, together with the calculation of bandwidth along with hard disc drive storage of images and activity detection settings, […]
Mastering joinery: Murray Hewitt Joinery
Custom floating bedside tables, a beautiful oak dresser and a reworked oak bed are just some of the standout joinery created by Murray Hewitt Joinery for a recent project. Known for beautiful and concise kitchens, Murray Hewitt Joinery has showcased its versatility with a full fit out for a new home at […]
From the Editor: 15 October 2020
And just like that, we’re halfway through October. Which in Canterbury can only mean one thing: Cup Week is right around the corner. While this extraordinary year’s festivities will look different, sans A&P Show and with pandemic-induced capacity reductions – there is no denying we could all use some celebrations to […]
