Stamping a creative mark: Jennian Homes Wanaka

With almost 25 years in the construction industry, well-respected Wanaka local Nathan Simon brings a wealth of expertise to his new role as both Managing Director and Project Manager of Jennian Homes Wanaka.     While running his own business since 2006, Nathan built two homes for the Jennian Homes Southland franchise owners, who then […]

Creating architectural impact: David Magill Builders

Building your new lifestyle has never been easier when engaging premier architectural building firm David Magill Builders. The name has been a fixture in the residential Canterbury and South Island market for more than 35 years, and continues to thrive in an ever-challenging industry.     It is one thing to be skilled at building […]

A very clever build: NKR Builders

A stunning new home at Kaiapoi’s Sovereign Palms was a recent build by NKR Builders. Situated on a corner site with commanding lake views opposite, the residence incorporates, but doesn’t integrate, a private home and a beauty salon, Specially You Beauty Therapy.     Two separate entrances lead to the house and the business. Though […]

Sheet metal specialists: Coombes Sheetmetal and Fabrication

Coombes Sheetmetal and Fabrication Ltd is 100 percent New Zealand-owned, operated and has been serving the Canterbury and wider region for more than 60 years, providing quality sheet metal, fabrication and welding work to their comprehensive client base.     “The only common theme from week to week is the diversity of work we will […]

Green by name and nature: Green Builders

Reuben Green, Director of Christchurch firm Green Builders, is dedicated to achieving the highest standards on all building projects and works hard to ensure the construction process is always as seamless and stress-free as possible.     With a 20-year background in building and time spent in Melbourne where he worked on high-end renovations, Reuben […]

Pile driving growth: Moore Construction

Throughout the city’s rebuild, local family business Moore Construction has been specialising in pile driving and demand only continues to grow.     For more than 30 years, the operation has been based in the South Island and now employs a team of nearly 20, including engineers and quality surveyors. Moore Construction’s Sam says the […]

Another savvy Stockman

Following in her parents’ footsteps, Gabby Stockman was born to excel in the building process.     As the youngest daughter of Christchurch property developer Shaun Stockman, the 25-year-old is raising a family, while stamping her own imprint on the city’s rebuild. Her dad is central to many exciting CBD developments – a character with […]

Residential Mastery: Angus Chisholm Builders

The team at Angus Chisholm Builders Limited may specialise in residential builds, but did you know their scope of work extends into renovations, earthquake repairs and hill work?   No matter what project you have in mind, they’re happy to discuss all jobs both large and small, and everything in between. That project may be […]

Canterbury designers take a bow

Six out of the 10 award-winning projects at the 2019 ADNZ Resene Architectural Design Awards, one of New Zealand’s most prestigious architecture awards, are by Christchurch designers. 145 entries were received from some of the most talented designers across the country. The awards were held on Friday 18 October in Queenstown.     The Christchurch […]

Paving the way: Affordable Concrete and Paving

Being a family business with deep roots in Canterbury, Affordable Concrete and Paving has a unique understanding of just how hectic undertaking your own concrete related project can be. That’s why, for the last three decades, the company has a gained a sterling reputation for taking the stress out of your project, by giving you […]