Make way for a Memphis revival: RESENE
Just like that old adage goes – everything comes back around. Once laughed off as one of many crazy choices of the 1980s, the loud colours and zany patterns of the Memphis design movement have snuck their way back into the Zeitgeist. This radical throwback bedroom pays special homage to […]
Winning design trifecta: Armstrong Interiors Ltd
A dark and masculine mood and a rustic French-inspired feminine aesthetic have seen Christchurch’s Armstrong Interiors win three bathroom awards at the prestigious 2020 Trends International Design Awards (TIDA) recently. Taking out all three categories, the Christchurch-based team, led by Angelique Armstrong, was recognised for innovative design and thoughtfully chosen […]
Heritage character, modernised: Jim the Builder
One of the first houses on Scarborough Hill has had its original stonework character restored – with a contemporary touch. The stunning hillside home features immaculate bluestone sourced from the site itself and tessellated throughout the property. Removed and remastered by Stone Works stonemasons at their Woolston site, the rocks […]
Restoring the faith: Jim the Builder
In a city where many people have been faced with the question of rebuilding or restoring their homes, Jim the Builder’s Jim Stenberg makes the case for choosing to renovate. As a child Jim watched his parents restore old homes. Seeing damaged or degraded buildings restored to their original character – […]
Restoring greatness: McDonald and Hartshorne
Do you have a treasured piece of furniture you’d love to restore, but are unsure where to begin? Calling McDonald and Hartshorne Upholstery for a free, no-obligation quote is the best place to start. The Christchurch-based re-upholsterers have more than 100 years combined industry experience, specialising in household furniture, re-upholstery, […]
Thyme to plant
We can all benefit from a little more “thyme” in the garden. So we’ve pulled together our top tips for thyme; a kitchen staple that’s easy to grow, low maintenance, and adds a serious touch of taste to stuffings, slow-cooked meals, soups, sauces, pesto and herb breads. Ahardy, drought-tolerant herb […]
Winning by design: Stephenson and Turner
Dennis Chippindale’s passion for living on hills together with his desire for easy living combine in his own home high above Church Bay, looking across Whakaraupo/Lyttelton Harbour towards Quail Island and the Port Hills. Having lived on hill sites in Wellington, Dennis loved the views but disliked houses spread over […]
A local favourite: The Ivy
If you’re looking for a reason to venture over to Sumner, we have just the place for you. The Ivy continues to be a local favourite after six years in business, and just by one visit it’s easy to see why – being greeted by Karen and her faithful golden retriever makes […]
Power delivery
It has been a long time coming, but finally Subaru has added a spot of hybrid drive to its line-up. Meet the XV e-Boxer Hybrid. But how does it stack up? The XV is already a great soft to medium off-road practical package, but now thanks to Subaru’s e-Boxer Hybrid setup, you […]
