Ever Green
The colour green has long had a transformative effect on our internal spaces. We look at how to incorporate the natural beauty of lush green into the home. Green returns inside and flourishes in all directions for 2019. The trend has been growing steadily since leafy indoor plants have also taken root. Blocks […]
Exceptional versatility: Weir Architecture
One word encapsulates the work of the team at Weir Architecture – versatility. “We are working all around the South Island at the moment,” Managing Director Robert Weir says. “There are projects underway in Nelson, Wanaka, Queenstown, the West Coast, Akaroa and in Christchurch and every one of these projects is different.” The […]
Heating Efficiency
It’s getting cold out there, so we’ve put together our hottest tips for heating your home efficiently. Heat pumps are one of the most cost-efficient ways to get the job done, but they do need to be sized, installed and used properly. Getting your heatpump serviced regularly will ensure it’s running efficiently. The […]
Cue the curves
Anyone can appreciate the aesthetic beauty of rounded corners. Curves are said to be easier on the eye and take less cognitive effort to visually process. When American architect Philip Johnson first visited the Guggenheim Museum in Spain, it is said that he described it as “the greatest building of our time” and started to […]
Responding Creatively to Design Guidelines: Allfrey South Architects
Meeting design guidelines for particular sites is a must, but architect Craig South argues there is still plenty of room for creative interpretation. When making a big investment in a new home, it can be reassuring knowing there are design rules in place to protect that investment. Yet if these rules are followed […]
