A fresh new look: M F Turnbull
When Jackie Hamilton wanted a kitchen refresh, she knew the team to turn to. Our old friend ‘word-of mouth’ only ever has the one name on its lips, and that is Christchurch’s M F Turnbull. Designed by an award-winner, Jackie’s kitchen was still functional and beautiful, but after 16 years of loving use […]
Paving the way: Dragon Stone Paving
First impressions count and having the right paving helps enormously in setting the scene, whether it is residential, commercial or civil. More than three decades of combined industry experience means Dragon Stone Paving Ltd adds a wow factor to your property, every time! Its highly qualified tradespeople are experienced in all facets of […]
Builders to trust: Edge Developments
When talking to Glen Foulkes of Edge Developments it becomes clear that it is not only houses that he builds, but also solid, trusting relationships. Glen’s been in the profession for 20 years and word has gone around about how good he is. But he’s not into blowing his own trumpet, so he […]
Exciting river-front living: Street & Cook Construction
A second-to-none location on the banks of the Avon River is the location for an exciting new inner city townhouse development. A Street and Cook Construction Ltd project in conjunction with local developer Grant MacKinnon (DMG Group), the Riverbank Quarter is a unique development of 17 terrace townhouses in Cambridge Terrace. The townhouses […]
Timeless architectural solutions: AQA
Creative yet practical outcomes are the forté of international award-winning Canterbury architect Alessandro Quadrelli when it comes to designing residential and commercial buildings. Italian-born and trained, Alessandro is the man behind Alessandro Quadrelli Architectetto Ltd (AQA), combining his European origins and experience with a passionate love for the Kiwi lifestyle, landscape and people […]
Guitar legend rocks on
The first international performer in 12 months to cross the Trans-Tasman border without quarantine, Australian journeyman John Butler is bringing his music to Christchurch this month. The guitar-roots rock legend will front the John Butler Trio (JBT) in its only South Island concert at the iconic Isaac Theatre Royal in Christchurch on Saturday, May 15. […]
Award-winning local joiners
Joinery is not simply a trade; it is a highly-skilled craft practised for centuries. Professional excellence in the craft is celebrated in the annual Registered Master Joiners’ national awards programme showcasing a range of constructions, such as kitchens, doors, windows and benchtops. Canterbury joiners featured in the recent national awards. The outstanding level […]
A new lease of life: Ingrid Geldof
Under the management of Christchurch Accommodation, the recently re-opened West Fitzroy Apartments has undergone a full earthquake repair, including foundation restrengthening, a total re-build of the ground floor, and redesign and replacement of all kitchens and bathrooms in all 70 apartments, by the same company that designed the original kitchens 20 years before, Ingrid Geldof […]
Stunning design finalist: Sheppard and Rout
A prominent site adjacent to the Memorial Avenue Gateway Bridge called for a memorable design, and the judges of the NZIA 2021 competition agreed that Sheppard and Rout exceeded that brief with its stunning FMG Office building project, selecting it as a finalist in the NZIA national competition. The client required a building […]
Life’s a breeze
Hilary Muir breezes into our interview. Bright, bubbly and full of life; just as she sounds on her morning radio shows. By the time we meet, she’s already done her early morning start at The Breeze, and most of a full day, yet the enthusiasm hasn’t dimmed. Enthusiasm for people, for life and […]
