Teamwork creates award-winner
Design plus setting plus orientation led to a very clear win for Sheppard Rout in the regional round of the NZIA awards, housing section. The stunning modernist home was designed and meticulously detailed for the architect’s own family. Set on a long north-south orientated site in Helmores Lane, the site is surrounded […]
Window of opportunity: NK Windows
Once upon a time the role of a window was to let in light and air, and if it added architectural decoration that was a bonus. At NK Windows, the window story is not only brought into the 21st century, but future-proofed with its uPVC five-chamber profile, which when combined with either double […]
Tru timber never lies: Timber Tru
Not having enough storage space, having the wrong kind of storage space, the wrong shape or size can be one of the most frustrating things in your home or business. Stop pulling your hair out and have a chat to Tony van der Plas at Timber Tru. He says they’ll come up with […]
Awarding local architecture: NZIA
Spectacular homes, striking commercial buildings and artistic community facilities are among 42 Canterbury projects shortlisted in the 2021 Canterbury Architecture Awards. The projects signal the start of the highly anticipated annual Te Kāhui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects awards programme. The shortlist was compiled by the Canterbury branch of the national industry body, […]
No pane, no gain! Bates Joinery Ltd
Autumn is the perfect season to ensure you’ve got your condensation under control, and if that means new windows – it’s important to choose a joiner who can preserve the look of your home while ensuring drafts and moisture are kept out. Bates Joinery follows the highest possible standard in New Zealand when it comes […]
Pool party! Lagoon Pools
As Kiwis are rediscovering their own backyards are the coolest place for fun and entertainment, the quest for pools has never been higher, and Julie Hastings of Lagoon Pools says if people have decided they want a pool, they really need to be proactive. “I would recommend getting things in the system without […]
Putting the Green in building: Green Builders
A substantial three-bedroom house interwoven with nature has been an enjoyable project for the team at Green Builders. Nestled into the bush-clad hillside, the home is just 90 metres from the high tide as well,” says Director Reuben Green. “Jason Higham at Higham Architecture designed the home to be at one with its […]
Windows flying out the door: NK Windows
With international travel largely off the agenda, Kiwis are turning their attention to improving their homes, with everything from wardrobes to windows receiving close attention. Martin Ball of NK Windows tells Metropol about the window options flying out the door. Martin has noticed a major increase in renovation activity. “We are ready and […]
Gleniti oasis: Chilton + Mayne Architecture
This elegant sanctuary at Gleniti strikes the perfect balance of personal and social space. Designed by Chilton + Mayne Architecture, the brief called for a modern, contemporary family home which maximises space, sunlight and views, and which works in harmony with the site. Director Garry Mayne and his team ensured large windows and […]
Uncompromising craftsmanship: LOC Construction
While the size of jobs can vary from a several million-dollar project to a small renovation, there is never a variation in the quality of the work done by LOC Construction “We specialise in architectural designs and hill work, but we give equal attention to a bathroom renovation – every client gets the same […]