The Influencers: Marian Johnson
For the last few days, I have been helping eight finalists of the HealthTech Supernode Challenge prepare their five-minute presentations for the upcoming final Demo Night where they will compete for $340,000 of in-kind and cash prizes. It’s been pretty interesting work hearing about the healthtech innovations of our future and meeting the researchers, students, […]
A glimpse into Hornby’s future
The concept designs for Hornby’s new $37.5 million community centre have been unveiled and show the multi-use facility will include a library, a number of pools and a spa. The designs show a lane pool, a learn-to-swim pool, a toddlers’ wet play area, spa pool and a customer service area, as well as […]
Innovative inside and out: Blum
A new Christchurch showroom is not just displaying internationally recognised kitchen interior design – its architecturally-designed building is noteworthy too. Blum has opened its innovative new South Island showroom, office, trade training, warehouse and distribution hub in Wigram, designed by Warren & Mahoney Architects. The kitchen hardware specialists’ architectural property is purpose built, […]
Opening the gate to community: Designer Homes
Ajit Kumar, Executive Director Designer Homes, spoke to Metropol about gated communities, a concept the company is embracing in a new venture. Designer Homes has identified the gated community model as a unique model which has not been tried out by most builders in this country, with the hopes of creating a niche. […]
Roofing all covered: DCM Roofing
“It is our intention to do the right thing by our customers, every time, and for a long time to come too,” so says Iain McPhail, Director of local and independent roofing company DCM Roofing. Working across Canterbury and into Hanmer Springs, the team at DCM specialises in completing the entire roofing […]
Sporting win for Ashburton
The sale of land for a $50 million high-performance sports facility bordering Lake Hood Aquatic Park has gone unconditional and will be designed by Warren & Mahoney Architects. The Southern Parallel Sports Campus will include indoor and outdoor G3 pitches, running tracks, tennis and basketball courts, swim therapy, medical and therapy suites, a […]
Paving the way: Affordable Concrete Paving
Summer is well on the way, so now is as good a time as any to tick off those concrete jobs with the help of the extra light and warmer weather. Affordable Concrete and Paving know this too, which is why it’s the perfect choice for your summer concrete or paving project. With […]
From paperwork to completion: WD Build + Hardy Projects
You might be thinking you’ve done the easy part – registered before the deadline on the EQC website for on-sold, over-cap properties – but are dreading what comes next: preparing the paperwork, communicating with the Christchurch City Council, and of course coping with the stress and upheaval of the repair itself. Relax! Mitchell […]
Dream team, result: Ingrid Geldof
They make a dream team, Ingrid Geldof Design (IGD) and the joiners at Advanced Joinery. Their recent collaboration on a Beachville Road kitchen has won the 2020 Canterbury Chapter Kitchen of the Year from the National Kitchen and Bathroom Association (NKBA). This kitchen also won a Distinction Award in its price category from NKBA […]
Alarmingly cool coastal spot: Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation
A fire station is not the first place one would think to stay while on holiday. However, with the Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation, Hokitika heritage is combined with a distinctly modern flair. Originally built in 1866, the Hokitika Fire Station has stood the test of time, even being burned down and rebuilt […]
