The Influencers: John Bridgman
In what might be the best gauge of current developer confidence in Christchurch, we have just gone to market with our largest central city land parcel. At over 8000m2 the site bordered by Madras, Armagh and Gloucester Streets is the biggest blank canvas development opportunity you will see this close to Cathedral Square anytime […]
The Influencers: Joanna Norris
Having wrapped up a fantastic summer of events, capped off with the biggest coup of all – securing Christchurch as host city for global sailing event Sail GP 2022 – it’s worth a look at why major events form a key part of our economic recovery. If you were one of the 13,800 […]
Accommodating a new build:
Ten years after the Canterbury Earthquakes destroyed the Cancer Society’s Christchurch-based accommodation and support services building, the $20 million rebuild is set to go ahead. The project, at 74 Langdons Road, Papanui, is due to begin in May and be completed by early 2023. It received a $6.5 million boost from the Crown’s […]
Renovation appreciation: Urbane Construction
It’s a big win with the very first entry for local company Urbane Construction in the Registered Master Builders House of the Year Regional Finals. The judges awarded Gold for the sympathetic extension to an existing home. Director Tom Aiken says this build was special for its use of four species of timber […]
Proud by name and result: Proudfoot Plastering
An entire exterior replaster transformed this earthquake damaged house into a beautiful, healthy home. Greg Proudfoot Plastering worked with other contractors to not only repair this home, but ensure its long-term maintenance – while looking brand spanking new. Greg and his team were engaged to replaster this ‘90s home in Christchurch – […]
The masters of plaster: Canterbury Exterior Plasterers
With 33 years in the business, every client of Canterbury Exterior Plasterers is assured of expertise, reliability, and gorgeous results. What you don’t get, however, is a team set in its ways. The latest products, identifying the right product for the job, new skills, and a variety of challenging projects are what drive […]
View from the top: DCM Roofing
If you haven’t had a good look at your roof lately, chances are Iain McPhail of DCM Roofing has – from the cockpit of his aerobatics plane. Iain’s been in the roofing business for 20 years and often jokes to clients that he’s probably seen their roof, while flying upside down. DCM Roofing […]
A healthy sale
Christchurch’s Health Precinct has taken a step forward with the recent sale of a site destined to become a multi-storey medical services facility, proposed to have luxury recovery suites and medical procedure rooms spread across seven floors. Ōtākaro Limited sold 36 to 44 Oxford Terrace – next to the Canterbury DHB’s corporate offices and […]
Coastal cool: Jessop Architects
Rising out of the farmland and up from the idyllic beach, this sophisticated holiday home overlooking Waipu Cove, north of Auckland was masterminded by Jessop Architects and incorporates the warmth and uniqueness of natural timber throughout. Architect Darren Jessop says the project arose after he and his team renovated the owner’s Auckland villa. […]
Outdoor entertaining, covered: Louvre Solutions
Being sun smart takes on a new meaning with louvre roofs, the modern way to maximise your outdoor living in any season. And with Louvre Solutions, your summer al fresco living doesn’t have to end with the season. Summer is undoubtedly the social season – enjoying chilled drinks and hot barbecues with friends […]
