The sky is no limit: DCM Roofing
In a word association game, it would be rare that the word ‘roofer’ would prompt ‘polymath’, but that’s what you get at DCM Roofing. Company director Iain McPhail quietly enjoys an eclectic range of skills and interests which he combines with his core business of reroofing and repairs, to excellent effect. Iain serves […]
Celebrating architectural excellence
The inaugural festival of Open Christchurch proved a huge success, attracting more than 12,000 to its assorted events earlier this month. The number of attendees at the one-weekend-only festival of architectural excellence demonstrated the public’s genuine interest in architecture and desire to discover the city through some of its best-designed spaces. Attendees explored […]
No mirage garage: Garage Pro
Why have a room that you cannot use year-round? Don’t let the cold, damp conditions of winter stop you from working on all your jobs and hobbies. Since 2014, Garage Carpet Pro (a division of The Pro Group) has rolled out more than 215,000sqm of specialised carpet to cover the concrete floors in […]
Lancaster Park redevelopment kicks off
The $3.6 million redevelopment of Christchurch’s Lancaster Park site is underway to turn the place of sporting legend into a green recreational space and community sports fields. It is likely the new generation of sporting legends will begin playing there from early next year. This first stage of the redevelopment is expected to […]
Hands-on joinery: Proceed Building
A beautiful finish on their home is a vision for every prospective new house owner or renovator, and when it comes to the joinery, the stunning finish must combine with ease and enjoyment of use. Joinery excellence is the hallmark of Proceed Building, where director and qualified joiner Ian Mayer presides over installation, […]
Updating conventions
Whether it be a banquet with 1000 of your closest friends or a conference with colleagues from all over the world, Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre will frequently be the venue for once in a lifetime events. For this reason, the facility’s interior finishes are beyond compare, both in scale and style. Anyone […]
Let us help you: WD Build x Hardy Projects
More than a decade down the track, many Cantabrians still have outstanding EQC work waiting to be done. That is where we come in. Our expert team can help with every facet of your EQC application and see the journey through to the finish line. Maybe you have already lodged a claim, been […]
Adventure, bikes & culture
If snow is not your style, there are a myriad other options for exciting winter escapes. Here are some of Metropol’s suggestions: Arthur’s Pass National Park Nature lovers, hikers and mountain climbers flock here to discover the magnificent flora, fauna and vistas of the Southern Alps. Spend some time in New Zealand’s […]
Award-winning rooftop garden
A Christchurch rooftop garden that is small on size but big on innovation won gold at the Registered Master Landscaper awards recently. Natural Habitats installed the roof using an eco-pillow system. Weight is a natural concern when installing a green roof but the eco pillow system is lightweight, requiring no extra structural changes and has […]
Restoration Men: D J Morrison
One of the most precious family traditions is that of handing down treasured pieces through the generations, and although the odd chip or scar is also part of its history, what a gift it is to receive that heirloom piece in near mint condition. Third generation furniture makers and restorers D J Morrison Ltd […]
