Re-levelling & Rectifying: Precision Solutions
Canterbury-owned and operated house re-levelling company, Precision Solutions, provides a first-class service to home owners and building companies throughout the South Island. Working across Canterbury, Kaikoura and Blenheim, the team provides a fast and efficient service that exceeds expectations. Contracts Manager Charles Porter says customers regularly compliment them on their workmanship and overall service. […]
Raising the engineering bar: Fraser Thomas Ltd
Since opening its Christchurch office six years ago, Fraser Thomas Ltd has gone from strength to strength. Established in Auckland in 1969, the company has earnt a sterling reputation for engineering surveying excellence throughout New Zealand, raising the bar when it comes to geotechnical, civil engineering, land surveying and land development projects. Operating […]
Is affordable architecture an oxymoron?
I don’t come across many clients (actually none), who have an unlimited budget. When to even build a stock standard house will extend the reach of many New Zealanders, it leads us to carefully consider where we are putting our money and question the default settings on architectural design. Do you build three double […]
School rebuild reflects community: Redcliffs Primary School
Eight years since Redcliffs Primary School relocated to ‘temporary’ premises in neighbouring Sumner, the community is eagerly anticipating its return home. Activities are now ramping up on the school’s new site with project team Naylor Love Canterbury moving in heavy machinery and beginning foundation work. Naylor Love Canterbury has supported the school throughout by […]
New look Rangiora Pharmacy
This year marks 90 years since Rangiora Pharmacy began caring for the community. Of course, there have been quite a few changes in those nine decades and perhaps the most significant changes have occurred in the last one. Pharmacist Greg Knight bought the business in 1998 and has operated it ever since. Roads in […]
Creating a haven: Kenneth F. Weaver Trust
For 45 years, the Kenneth F. Weaver Trust has been providing secure, comfortable accommodation for Christchurch pensioners. In 1973, Kenneth Weaver saw a need and set about filling it. The need was for quality living facilities for those elderly singles and couples who genuinely could not afford it. Plans were developed and 14 […]
Rocking the stone look: Rocktops
Handcrafted stone specialist Rocktops has been delivering Christchurch homeowners their visions in granite, engineered stone and marble since 2001. Through smart design, the talented team can provide benchtops, fireplaces, stone panels, outdoor kitchens, stone hearths or that amazing vanity you’ve always wanted. Photo courtesy of Arvida Group – Living Well Apartments, park Lane Retirement […]
Stylish in Stone: Hard as Rocks
Eldorado Stone provides the look and feel of real stone, adding value to your home as well as creating a ‘wow factor’ – without the weight and cost of the real thing. The product can be added to existing pillars, fences, interior fireplaces and some exterior walls, says Jamie Keehan of Hard as […]
Demystifing Kiwi Saver & first homes
Buying a first home can be stressful. People are bombarded with so much information they most likely have never heard before. I want to demystify the process, make it understandable and less scary. So I am running a free one-hour seminar covering the KiwiSaver scheme and how this can be used to help fund a […]
The right fit: NK Windows
When it comes to a thorough renovation of an older house, naturally you would want all the mod cons of a modern home without compromising on the heritage and overall classic style. The same can be said for windows; of course you want the latest and greatest without compromising the style of your abode. Happily, […]
