COVID-19’s impact on residential housing: Designer Homes
The world is going through a period of radical change with the arrival of COVID-19 and the economic impacts will be far-reaching. We caught up with Designer Homes Executive Director of Marketing Ajit Kumar about the effect of COVID-19 on New Zealand’s residential housing market. Ajit, how does the situation look for purchasing […]
You got us floored
When it comes to the home, flooring is something you spend a lot of your time cleaning, walking on, dancing on and (if you’re brave) sliding across. We check out what we’ll be walking on in 2020. HORIZONTAL WHO? Having horizontal wood piece flooring is feeling all a bit plain Jane nowadays. Break […]
A home with soul: Pringle Homes
Pringle Homes’ newest show home in Milns Park had only recently opened in early March before the Covid 19 pandemic and subsequent lockdown meant it had to remain closed for viewing until Level 2. Having to spend so much time at home over the last couple of months has taught all of us how important […]
Creating zen working from home spaces
You might have missed the boat on creating a zen working from home space ahead of lockdown, but we think this time will just be the starting point for more flexible workplaces. So now’s your opportunity to make a space that is both calm and productive. SMART STORAGE: Organisation is key with at […]
Magic in Merivale: Barry Connor
By combining classic design elements and modern influences, Barry Connor Design’s latest award-winning project is a stunning home, perfectly positioned amongst a private courtyard and garden. Last year, this Merivale property took home the 2019 Architectural Designers’ New Zealand (ADNZ) Highly Commended Award for the Residential New Home between 150 and 300sqm category. […]
Standout in the Remarkables: RNP Homes
Desirably nestled between Lake Wakatipu and the Remarkable Ranges, the latest showhome from Christchurch based RNP Homes Ltd is a standout. Located in the picturesque Hanley’s Farm Subdivision in Queenstown, this inspirational display home was officially opened on 7 March 2020 in conjunction with the Hanley’s Farm Community Festival and Display Village Launch […]
Make a booking! – The Clocks Bookshop
“Oooh, It’s lovely to be in a real bookshop,” customers often say as they wander around The Clocks Bookshop. “No toys, games and stationery, just wonderful books.” The Clocks Bookshop, Christchurch’s newest bookstore, opened in December 2019. The Clocks specialises in children’s books, cookbooks and crime and mystery books, but has a terrific range of […]
Armstrong Interiors – Looking ahead
Metropol catches up with award-winning interior designer Angelique Armstrong about supporting local and plans for Armstrong Interiors moving forward. The vibe in the studio is buoyant and positive. “I get so much joy from being surrounded by our inspiring Work Room environment; the colours and textures, my staff and wonderful clients,” Angelique says. […]
Burst of blue
If there was one defining design trend of the 2010s, it was the all-white kitchen. But in 2020, designers predict there’ll be a shift toward spaces that go beyond just white. For a kitchen with a pop of colour, why not go for a burst of blue? It is after all, Pantone’s colour of the […]
Married to architecture
Ever wondered what life is like for architects’ families? Anna South, who is married to Craig South of South Architects Ltd in Christchurch, shares her perspective. When someone gets the chance to put their mark on the world in a unique and personal way, as architects do, it is only natural that they want […]
