Huntsbury Heaven: Trevor Hone Builders
As a first-time entrant, Trevor Hone Builders was the Mid and South Canterbury Region House of the Year New Home over $2 million winner, before making the list of the country’s top 100 home builds, as a national Reserve Gold finalist in the House of the Year Awards for 2018. Director and […]
Making the Cut!
There’s no doubting the innovation and restoration that is at the heart of the rebuilding city and now these attributes have been recognised in a more formal capacity, with the city coming out on top at this year’s Registered Master Builders 2018 House of the Year Awards. Christchurch has been the proud recipient […]
Esplanade’s Exceptional Newcomer: Sumner’s Esplanade
The renovation of this 1900’s arts and crafts style house on Sumner’s Esplanade is a favourite project of Ben Brady, from Linetype Architectural. The result has exceeded the client’s expectations: they described the lifestyle sought but weren’t prescriptive, leaving Ben plenty of space for ideas. Ben says the outcome is something that might […]
A tightly knit team: First Windows and Doors
Located at 7 Langstone Lane Papanui, First Windows and Doors Christchurch knows more than a thing or two about high-quality windows and doors. Able to offer the full range of residential aluminium and uPVC joinery, including thermally broken options, this is the definitive go-to for countless consumers. The company also manufactures the Smartwood range, […]
Buildable, practical solutions: Viden Group
The professional expertise of structural engineers is integral to today’s construction industry. It is they who deal with the design assessment, planning, construction and management of infrastructure such as roads, tunnels, bridges, buildings, utilities and other projects, ensuring that structures are efficient and stable. “We like to think of ourselves as providing […]
Innovative wall linings: Juken New Zealand Ltd
Triboard TGV – manufactured by Juken New Zealand Ltd [JNL] is an innovative engineered wood panel that offers an alternative to plasterboard. “This product is specifically designed for the lining of high-impact areas such as garages and rumpus rooms”, explains Gordon Wilmshurst, Sales & Marketing Manager for JNL. “These areas are commonly lined […]
Behind the construction scenes: DJ Hewitt
“We are happy to hold their hand every step of the way,” says Daryl Hewitt. The whole package can be provided from working with engineers, designers, and the council, through to interior design – Tara Hewitt’s professional expertise. After nearly a quarter of a century building residential homes, the Christchurch-based company is synonymous […]
Every step of the way: Jennian Homes
When you’re dealing with Jennian Homes, you’re dealing with a locally owned and operated team of professionals with a long history in the building industry. What’s more, you get the security that comes with dealing with the owner of the business, one that is supported by a loyal construction team, trades and suppliers. […]
Modern living: Latimer Central Apartments
The Gatehouse marks the entrance and first stage of Latimer Central – a coveted inner-city residence, built to endure decades, with a total of thirty-four apartments. With a drive-through portico, the Gatehouse includes four apartments, leading through to the second stage of this Street and Cook Construction development, its brick veneered ground-floor level reflecting […]
An Exceptional Portfolio: NKR Builders
An impressive reputation is always preceded by something exceptional. For local firm NKR Builders, the ‘exceptional’ is a multi-award-winning portfolio, across the residential and light commercial sectors. Specialists in new builds, renovations, shop fit-outs, building inspections, general house maintenance, kitchen and bathroom remodels, and landscaping, NKR Director Nathan Roberts and his team avoid […]