Restored, renewed, revitalised: MF Turnbull
Print this story Celebrating 30 years in business, MF Turnbull has earned its place as an iconic Christchurch business. Experts in paint, stain, polyurethane and polished finishes on furniture and joinery, there is very little in the home that Monique and Murray Turnbull and their team cannot regenerate. While finishing new items is […]
Rat Race: The Pedal Pusher
Print this story Christchurch is well known for its cycling history. Its flat landscape has always been ideal for recreational riding. As far back as the 1870s, cycling clubs encouraged enthusiasts to take to the streets on the new machines. One such group decided one day to ride to the small railway junction of […]
Snow White snow Bright: Brightening up your homeware.
Print this story Move over moody grey, bright white has entered the room. Who would have thought this colour would be capable of packing so much punch and giving our homewares a much-needed revamp? White light is made up of all the colours of the rainbow – no wonder we are drawn to […]
An Angel’s Share: the Spirit Workshop distillery
Print this story With a whisky due to mature in December next year, the oak barrels are full of a palate-pleasing dram or two and now you can experience the distillery first-hand. With the team opening its doors to tours and tastings at the cellar door, you can get your hands on a drop or […]
Exquisite culinary fusion: Cô Ba Restaurant
Print this story Offering a beautiful fusion of Vietnamese and Thai cuisine, Cô Ba Restaurant uses the freshest local produce daily to create a range of delectable dishes. “Every single dish is made fresh to order,” says owner Long Nguyen. Originally from Vietnam, Long’s love of Thai fare and a passion for high-quality […]
The Perfect Parlour: Salon Parlour
Print this story That owners of Salon Parlour, Susie Chisnall and Becs Taulango are committed to incorporating sustainable ideals to their hair, beauty and nails emporium is immediately apparent as you walk through the door of the striking space, located on the corner of Cranford and Westminster Streets. Polished concrete floors enhance the […]
Creating space: The Outside Room
Print this story Whether you need an office for working from home, an extra bedroom for guests or just require extra space, The Outside Room can provide an affordable and stylish solution. Ken Clement has been crafting and delivering portable, custom-made rooms in Canterbury and across the South Island for the past two […]
Colour of the Year
Print this story Coral has long symbolised a range of uplifting emotions from health to happiness, with amulets of the aragonite mineral used to drive away misfortune and illness in Ancient Greece. Whether recognising the talismanic qualities of nature’s bounty or simply a happy coincidence, Pantone has revealed that its official colour of […]
Built for the Tough Stuff: 2019 Subaru Forester
Print this story Growing from rugged wagon to mid-sized SUV, the Subaru Forester has become a firm favourite with families and adrenalin junkies alike. What made the Forester unique in this ever-growing segment is that it can handle the rough stuff, and handle it well. For 2019, we have a new Forester gracing our roads […]
A talent for transformation: Ronnie Dunbar Upholsterers
Print this story With a strong focus on sustainability and upcycling, Ronnie Dunbar Upholsterers (RDU) is an expert at transforming both antique and contemporary furnishings into stylish pieces that appear brand-new. Thanks to a reputation that extends across the globe, the company has worked on top-quality projects for royalty, celebrities, country estates and […]
