The Influencers: Lianne Dalziel
It’s hard to believe 2020 is finally coming to an end. At the same time, it doesn’t feel like a year has passed with the dramatic changes that Covid-19 has forced on us. I’ll be forever grateful to be part of the team of 5 million that acted together to prevent the […]
The Influencers: Leeann Watson
As I write my final Metropol column of the year, the last twelve months seem to have flown by. And what a year it has been – one that none of us could have predicted and one we certainly won’t forget in a hurry. So I’m pleased to be able to end […]
Inaugural show home wins gold: Clark Brothers Construction
Their first show home and it won gold in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year for Canterbury. Imagine the surprise and pride felt by Jarryd and Shannon Clark of Clark Brothers Construction. “We were pretty confident we had designed and built a really attractive home with a […]
Please proceed: Proceed Builders
Proceed Building found 2020 to be a busy and productive year – albeit filled with the unexpected challenges resulting from the global pandemic. Metropol catches up with director and qualified joiner Ian Mayer. “I would like to thank my exceptional team for its hard work and dedication through 2020, and […]
The art of craftsmanship: Greenroom Carpentry
If quality craftsmanship is a passion for you, satisfy your heart’s desires with a conversation with Mike Thomas, Director of Greenroom Carpentry. “We are a small company, totally focused on creating well-crafted projects at a great price,” says Mike. “Build costs increase year on year, but lower overheads and realistic […]



























