Latest bathroom trends
Designers from all around the world will converge on Frankfurt, Germany, next month for ISH, the biggest bathroom showroom on the planet. German Bathroom Sector Association managing director Jens J. Wischmann says the show will shine a spotlight on the trends that are boosting a huge growth market with innovations, emotion and bathroom narratives. “In […]
Top 20 most eye-catching cars in the world
A new British Auto Trader study rates the Porsche 911 top overall eye-catching design, with the BMW 3 Series the best everyday car, and Porsche’s Taycan model coming out as the most ‘eye-catching’ EV. The Porsche 911 captured the most attention, with an ‘eye-catching score’ of 91 percent, followed by the Lexus LC500 and Ferrari […]
Photographic portrait, kiwi bikers
Renowned photographer Ken Downie combines his love of motorcycles and photography in a unique photographic portrait of Kiwis and their machines. Published by Massey University Press, Kiwi Bikers includes some of the most famous names in New Zealand motorsport, along with numerous witty and engaging stories, and photo essays of unique events all over the […]
ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix comes to Lyttelton
All roads lead to Lyttelton for the ITM New Zealand Sail Grand Prix, which, at the time of publishing, is just six weeks away. The 10th event on the Season 3 calendar, Christchurch is the last stop before the Season Grand Finale in San Francisco. New Zealand defied the odds, bouncing back from a penalty, […]
A Crowe flying high
Veteran Christchurch rally driver Trevor Crowe is a motorsport legend. Metropol catches up with him about the recent launch of his book, As The Crowe Flies. For many, Trevor Crowe (pictured) is best known for his motor-racing exploits, yet he is a competitor in every sense, far beyond the race track. From running marathons, tackling […]
An unlikely friendship
In the small South Canterbury town of Timaru, two unlikely friends met under sombre circumstances at the funeral of a close mutual friend. Today that friendship is also a thriving business liaison. Read on… Angus “Gus” Leen, a young entrepreneur and industrial designer, and Deborah Still, an interior designer and business owner of 39 years, […]
Show your love
Tuesday 14 February marks St Valentine’s Day, which for many is a chance to show their significant other, or their secret muse, just how much they care. From classic offerings such as red roses and chocolates, to an intimate dinner for two, there is no end to how you can celebrate. Here are some swoon-worthy […]
Office/work essentials
Depending on your job, there are some specific items that can help during your day. If you work in construction, your essentials would include a hard hat, and steel-toed boots, along with sunscreen and sunglasses. If you work in a hospital, you’d look to good quality, comfortable footwear, and an accurate time-keeping device. When it […]
Realistic resolutions
New Year, New You: the slogan that has long since become a cliché, encouraging us to completely rebuild ourselves into better versions each year. While growing as individuals is important, the pressure this puts on us to manufacture motivation is simply unattainable. Setting resolutions has strayed from its purpose in our lives, becoming a yearly […]
Love bites
Valentine’s Day doesn’t need to be a huge affair, and neither should treating someone be confined to just one day of the year. Red is the colour of love, and can be used in a variety of ways, every day, to show someone you love them. Here are some quick and easy suggestions: Chocolate dipped […]
