Walking on the (re)wild side
As spring gives way to summer, green-fingered folk itch to get out there and start marshalling their gardens into a manicured precision. But wait! A new gardening trend, rewilding, is encouraging gardeners to let nature take its course on kept landscapes. Technically a form of large-scale conservation dedicated to returning land to a […]
Eat your greens
There can be no surer sign of impending summer than the abundance of fresh, green vegetables gracing us with their presence. From vibrant asparagus spears, to lively broccoli, colourful kale, brilliant lettuce and a wealth of herbs. Here are Metropol’s tips for piling those plates with every shade of green. GREEN FRITTERS Zhush […]
Next gen summer tipples
The sweet sound of a pour pricks many an ear on a hot summer’s day. While it’s hard to beat an ice-cold rosé or beer, last summer we saw a new wave of naturally flavoured and sweetened ready-to-drink alcoholic bevvies take the zeitgeist by storm with classy branding and highbrow flavour matches. This summer, the […]
Paving the way: Affordable Concrete Paving
Summer is well on the way, so now is as good a time as any to tick off those concrete jobs with the help of the extra light and warmer weather. Affordable Concrete and Paving know this too, which is why it’s the perfect choice for your summer concrete or paving project. With […]
Get summer ready: Woven Veranda
We’re quickly ramping up for the time of the year when we can really make the most of the Kiwi love of the outdoors. Give your outdoor living and dining zones a designer look with the latest in rattan outdoor furniture from WovenVeranda – offering both contemporary and classic collections – in the Old School […]
A sound summer slumber
We all know there’s nothing like a good night’s sleep to make us feel that much better to face the new day ahead, but as our weather starts to warm, we need to cool down our beds, both layer wise and appearance wise. A winterweight duvet in the shade of hot chilli does not […]
Rocking the stone look: Deccan Stone
We’ve long been a fan of natural stone, after all, rocking this look gives you looks and longevity! Whether you’ve got a summer barbecue project in mind, a driveway to pave or a commercial kerbing job to undertake, there’s a stone profile to suit. Metropol caught up with Deccan Stone Director Paul Rice about […]
Sustainable summer: Untouched World
The once fast-paced fashion industry known for constantly cycling through trends seems to be slowing down as many brands and consumers embrace sustainability. Here in Christchurch, Untouched World has been at the forefront of the movement since 1998. It was the first lifestyle fashion company in the world to be recognised by the United […]
Effortless summer style: New Order
The countdown to summer is nearly over, meaning it is time to equip your closet for the sunny season ahead. At New Order Boutique in Rolleston there is always plenty to choose from and a great range of styles. Owner Nikki is just as excited for the new season as we are. She says […]
Level headed about insulation: Level Head
Insulating your home or investment property not only keeps you warm and dry and saves on power bills, but it increases the value and compliance of your asset. Metropol catches up with Canterbury and South Island insulation specialist Michael Cations of Level Head to learn more. YOU USE INSULATION PANELS. WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE […]