Build & Renovate Issue #31

FREE ISSUE 31 2021

Blending contemporary and traditional architecture An ultra-modern home combining materials to match its environment

Spreading the load

Purchasing property with family or friends

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Littlefixes Winter DIY to-do's

Going places The inside word on home relocations

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Contents

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In this issue 8 Avon River refuge An ultra-modern home combining materials to match its environment 10 Spreading the load Buying property with family or friends

22 Safe and sound

How to properly secure your home

23 Going places

The inside word on home relocations

11 Above and beyond Lifting the lid on roof repairs

24 Little fixes

12 Adding value How to make the most out of home extensions

30 Cold comfort

14 Downsizing 101 How to get more from less

66 High country sweetheart

Blending contemporary and

18 You gotta keep it ventilated What’s the difference between DVS and HRV, anyway?

traditional architecture

20 Wall to wall choices Wallpaper vs paint 21 Kitset considerations What you need to know about kitset homes

DIY to-do's before it gets warm How to winterise your outdoor space

Welcome - publisher’s note This issue of Build & Renovate Today takes a practical turn by looking at the pros and cons of purchasing a property with family or friends, how to get the most out of downsizing, and small DIY fixes that make a big difference.

We have advice on home relocations, kitset homes, winterising your outdoor spaces, tips for your first home build and how to make the most out of home extensions.

There are pieces on wallpaper vs paint, how to secure your home, roof repairs and the ongoing Superhome revolution.

Tried and tested tips to help you navigate

Our love of great architecture endures with ‘High country sweetheart’ – a home blending contemporary and traditional architecture, and ‘Avon River refuge’, an ultra-modern home combining materials to match its environment, plus plenty more.

the path ahead

Enjoy!

68 Tips for your first home build

72 Bringing ideas to life

Turning homeowners’ dreams into a reality

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Hot Homes

Avon River refuge Photo courtesy of Geoff Trotter.

On the banks of the Avon River, this ultra-modern home combines steel, concrete, cedar and glass to match its environment.

In order to get the best views without compromising comfort, the floor-to-ceiling glazing allows a strong connection to the outdoors, exuding light inside and out.

Built by Greenland Prestige, this home won two awards in late 2020 – the Registered Master Builders House of the Year, in the New Home $1.5 Million to $2 Million category, and the McKenzie & Willis Interior Design Award, for a home in Christchurch.

The RMB House of the Year judges said, “This is a finely composed home on a constrained site that fits seamlessly within its setting, environment, and neighbourhood”.

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With three living areas, four bedrooms and four bathrooms, this home has been designed for entertaining – its sleek kitchen opens up to the timber deck, allowing you to enjoy the outdoors without stepping off the property.

Leading up to the second level, floating stairs with a glass balustrade greet you from the entrance hall, the high ceiling with skylights creating an open feel throughout the rest of the home.

The McKenzie & Willis Interior Design Award judges said, “The very sophisticated interior design seamlessly complements the sophisticated contemporary architecture. A credit to both the homeowner and builder.”

Gorgeous craftmanship paired with clever design – what more could you want out of this Christchurch home?

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Buying a Property

Spreading the load

Ownership When buying property with a friend or family member the ownership you will enter into is called Tenants in Common where both parties have shares in the property.

By Georgina Oldfield

The advantage of being in this type of agreement means that each property owner owns the property and can have equal or unequal shares in the property.

It also means each owner can have their say in their will on who they wish to give their share to if they died, which can also go to the surviving owner if that is what their wish is in their will.

Many people have dreams of getting onto the property ladder but may not have the funds to do it.

While this may be stopping you from buying, you might not have to rule it out altogether.

Have you ever thought about buying property with family or friends?

This means you could share the mortgage and the monthly repayments which could get you onto the property market faster.

In this case it’s important that each property owner’s will is up to date so it’s not left to the surviving person to deal with.

Potential risks One of the biggest financial risks when you are in a joint agreement

is that you are still liable for the mortgage, so if one of you is struggling to pay, the other has to cover the mortgage repayments.

The other thing to note is when you have a mortgage with someone else your credit score will be linked with the other person so any financial neglect can affect the other party.

If you’re looking at buying a property with a friend or family member, it’s important to put your relationship to the side and ask yourself questions such as: have they been in debt, are they reliable with money and how much can you trust them?

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Care & Maintenance

Above and beyond When it comes to fixing your home, it’s easy to head down to the hardware store to get the tools to do it yourself.

want to be the person that has a roof leak and you need your roof replaced and every roofing contractor in a 100-mile radius has a six-month lead time.”

But some jobs are better to be left to the experts and Wise Roof solutions director Scott Cresswell says roofing is one of them.

So how can you maintain your roof to avoid future problems?

As well as being costly, working at height is dangerous if you don’t have the right tools and expertise for the job.

“The thing is that roofers climb on roofs most days so they’re a lot more confident in it, whereas if it’s not something that you’re used too then don’t do it.

“Weigh up whether it’s worth living the rest of your life with a broken back or paying someone a couple of hundred dollars to do the job.”

Scott also recommends bringing in a professional before doing it yourself to avoid a hefty bill if

something goes wrong. “If you have to phone a professional to come and fix your attempt it’s probably going to cost you more.”

When it comes to any concerns around your roof, Scott says there are five things to look out for: • Nails that have come loose • Moss and mould growing on the roof • Gaps between the sheets of roofing iron or between the tiles

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These points can help us find the best product to give you the best value.

If comparing prices make sure you are actually comparing the same products – just because they look similar does not mean they are.

Also, an important part is allowing time, to make colour decisions as they will look different under the lights in the shops, so you do need to take samples home and allow time for products to be delivered.

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• Bare patches of metal where the paint system has failed • Areas of the roof that are still wet after it has rained and the roof has dried off.

“If it is wet around the nail or the joints in the concrete tile then that can be an area of concern.”

He recommends getting onto any maintenance quickly to avoid a long waiting time to get someone out to fix it. “You don’t

Autumn and winter are the two seasons where it’s important to consistently clean out gutters, especially if the house is surrounded by trees that lose their leaves easily.

“If you’ve got an internal gutter system it will leak inside so you just want to be getting that water away from your house.”

Scott recommends a wet and dry vacuum cleaner as the best tool for the job. “$100 bucks from one of the big stores and you just suck that crap straight out with the vacuum cleaner, it’s fast and you don’t cut your hands to pieces.”

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Home Extensions

Adding value

By Claire Wright

Build & Renovate Today chats with Anthony Bown, Licensed Building Practitioner and Registered Master Builder, about how to make the most out of your home extension When people are looking to renovate homes, they usually know what they want – a bigger bedroom or an additional bathroom – but don’t delve into why they need the extra space.

“The process is quite complex, and it changes from building to building. Of course, it has to be a site-specific response that both corresponds to what the client’s trying to achieve and what the building will allow us to do within the compliance format,” Smith & Sons Port Hills owner and builder, Anthony Bown says.

Understanding the why of your renovation project is key to the project’s success – your builder may be able to recommend an alternative solution that will match your needs more specifically than your original idea.

take the number of bedrooms and bathrooms in the house to base a projected sales price off of using something akin to a recipe, Anthony says. The reality is not quite so simple, though.

“One of the things we can do is make the house really appeal to your needs, which adds value because it’s got a whole lot of usability. It broadens the market, and it entices more people to look at the house.”

consider why. If you’re doing it to make money, then you’re going to have a totally different outcome.

You’re going to drive it in a totally different fashion.

“For others, it’s not about creating value in the house. It’s about creating a space where their built environment they live in on a constant basis responds to their needs.”

Small changes, big results One of the smallest changes a homeowner can make while renovating with the biggest results are maximising light and heat.

Things like better insulation and a solid heating system, as well as double glazing, will do wonders for not only your house but for your wellbeing.

Anthony uses the example of a six-bedroom home where the client would like to add an ensuite.

The client loses a bedroom to do it, however, it gains value with two bathrooms in it.

This goes beyond what renovations would increase the market value of your home.

Losing a bedroom will theoretically devalue the house, Anthony says, but any real estate agent will say that it doesn’t matter how much you think your house is worth – at the end of the day, it’s about the buyers you’re trying to sell it to.

In theory when houses are valued, a registered valuer will

“When you go to renovate your house, you should stop and

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Trendset Build, winner of the Waikato Supreme Renovation Award and Bunnings Renovation over $1 million, for a home in Hamilton. Photo courtesy of Debbie Moore.

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Bennie Builders, winner of the Southern Supreme Renovation Award, and Bunnings Renovation over $1 million category, for a home in Queenstown. Photo courtesy of Dale Wowk.

Home Extensions Photo courtesy of Tane Menzies.

“You want to feel that where you live is a place you want to be. If you make small changes that make you want to be there, those changes are worthwhile, yeah? If you don’t enjoy that environment, why would you want to be there?

Photo courtesy of Tane Menzies.

Quality of life is vital, and more and more people realised this when they were forced to stay indoors due to Covid lockdowns and restrictions.

Pair that with the fact that people have savings left over from “As I said before, we’re trying to once-in-a-lifetime trips that had make the building respond to our needs, knowing they will add value. to be cast to the wayside, it’s no wonder that people are looking “People don’t [often] spend money to invest and get the most out of on high quality insulation – they their homes. don’t see it completely changing their quality of life.

There’s a saying in the construction industry – the best “However, it does if you come time to build (or renovate) is now. home and you don’t have to It looks like a lot of homeowners turn the heater on because it’s still warm. “ are taking that advice to heart.

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Downsizing

Downsizing 101: The do's and don’ts

By Georgina Oldfield

If you have retired or you are looking at retiring chances are you’ve considered downsizing.

But like many senior citizens, you’ve probably accumulated a lot over the years and the idea of moving feels too overwhelming.

This reaction is all too familiar to Elderly Assist founder Janice Willis who has been helping seniors scale down for almost a decade.

But it isn’t just the initial process of downsizing that is a problem, many seniors have never had to sell their property before, so they are unfamiliar with the complexities of the real estate market.

“Unlike the general population, they have lived in their homes for 30-40 years plus, so they

Through Janice’s work she has found that a lot of elderly find the process too much and don’t move until they absolutely have too.

“I conduct downsizing and clutter workshops in the community and they tell me that they just don’t know where to start; it’s overwhelming and it’s too difficult, they can’t manage the stairs and the biggest problem and the biggest impediment of moving is downsizing.”

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only downsize when they have to move, because the house is becoming too much for them to manage or the maintenance on the grounds are too big.”

Janice recommends that seniors seek help from experts to ensure all boxes are ticked and everything is taken care of properly.

“They need to have neutral advice from a financial advisor or a lawyer.

“Their lawyer is one of the best places to assist them and they need to be working with their professionals, their accountant, their lawyers, people who will give them good sound advice.”

Along with advice for selling, Janice also suggests that elderly should seek help for their possessions too because of the emotional attachment associated with their items.

“A lot of them collect and some of them hoard. So where to start; they often start in the worst places of their home to start - they need to start in the periphery of their homes and also, they need to give themselves plenty of time - when they need to put the house on the market is not the time to declutter, they need to be doing it as a process over a long period of time.

Downsizing

“They also need to be careful about what they are getting rid of, they don’t want to get rid of sentimental things or things that are very difficult to replace.

“They want to be getting rid of generic things and if they need them again it wouldn’t be difficult to replace them.”

When it comes to what elderly should look for when they are looking at where to move too, Janice’s advice is to consider what’s around them, their mobility and somewhere that is close to other people.

“It needs to be one level, close to bus stops and amenities, because they may not be able to continue driving going forward.

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They need to have neutral advice from a financial advisor or a lawyer.

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“They want to be part of a community, so somewhere with a gated community is good or terrace housing is quite good, because they are actually closer to their neighbours who like to be in the community and have time to say hi.

“They also want to be considering what’s ahead of them as far as their mobility is concerned.”

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Home Health

You gotta keep it ventilated What’s the difference between DVS and HRV, anyway?

drawing warm dry, air from the home’s roof cavity and drawing it through your home.

It is one of the most well-known ventilation systems in New Zealand.

HRV ventilation systems Like DVS, an HRV is an energy efficient system designed to pull stale air from inside your home while replacing it with fresh air outside of your home.

By Claire Wright

When it comes to a renovation that will have the most positive, lasting change, most people don’t think of ventilation.

However, you can’t beat a warm, dry home and the differences this makes when it comes to your health and wellbeing are unparalleled.

One of the first steps you want to take to make your home warm is airtightness – but you have to

Unlike DVS, when these two airstreams cross paths, a heat transfer occurs, depositing the stale air outside your home. At the same time, the fresh air that was just transferred inside your home is warmer. make sure your home is properly ventilated to do so.

According to Consumer NZ, 804 Consumer members found DVS and HRV systems ‘very reliable’.

Like DVS, an HRV is an energy efficient system designed to pull stale air from inside your home while replacing it with fresh air outside of your home.

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However, many people conflate DVS and HRV ventilation systems work on two different levels, even though they are really similar.

DVS ventilation systems DVS is a positive pressure ventilation system used to continuously ventilate your home.

It takes stale air from inside your home and replaces it with fresh air from inside using fans and diffusers in the form of ceiling outlets, where it mixes with warmer air.

What is positive pressure ventilation? Essentially, ‘positive pressure ventilation’ is a fancy term for when a pressure limit is reached in an airway and the valve opens to expel air. It does this by

The heat transfer element is the key to HRV systems – this is to ensure the air transferred inside your home is a comfortable temperature.

Simple ways to stop condensation • Close doors when cooking or showering to limit spreading moist air • Limit the number of potted plants inside the house • Maintain and fix leaks in the roof and around windows • Use close-fitting lids on pots when cooking.

The bottom line Why are DVS and HRV systems often confused?

It may be because they’re the most popular ventilation systems you can install in your home – it may also be because they function by pulling fresh air into your home and recycling out old air.

Keep in mind that a DVS and HRV system should only be installed after you have adequate floor and ceiling insulation. This will make sure you’re not leaking any unnecessary warmth.

Interior Design

a manufacturer, Carpets & Rugs of New Zealand (CRONZ) managing director John Wyma says there are three things to consider when creating a tufted rug: colour, texture, and size.

Tuft love

COLOUR

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COVID-19 brought out the crafter in many of us across the globe. During the thick of the pandemic, crafts were geared towards making the home an even softer place to land, one of those being rug tufting.

A new word for many, it’s likely you’re already familiar with tufted

rugs. ‘Tufted’ simply refers to how the rug is made. Crafters can use punch hooks/needles or tufting guns to punch yarn through the rug backing using a cut or looped stitch, depending on the type of equipment used.

Whether you’re looking to make your own or you’re customising a tufted rug through

According to John, one of the first things his clients consider when customising rugs are the colours.

Choosing colours can go one of two directions: you can either build the room’s colour palette around the rug or vice versa.

Co-ordinating colours in the floor space creates another dimension that you’re sure to appreciate.

TEXTURE In general, rugs are great because they automatically introduce texture into a space. Even when placed in a carpeted room, a rug can contrast in texture by using different yarn types or variations in pile type such as alternating from loop to cut pile.

John says CRONZ’s tufted rugs are unique because the team uses specially designed machines which are able to alternate between cut and loop pile stitches with such precision that can’t be replicated by hand.

SIZE One of the most common faux pas clients are tempted to make when customising a rug is ordering one that is too small in order to save on cost.

“The look is more balanced when the furniture setting is placed on a nice big rug rather than placing a small rug under a coffee table in front of a lounge suite. For me, it always tends to look like the rug was just made for the coffee table rather than the people who sit around it,” John says.

Ultimately, rugs are for comfort and enjoyment, while complementing the room as an anchor for the furnishings and art.

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Wall to wall

For many homeowners, the different walls that make up their homes are blank canvases used to create a sense of familiarity.

choices

There are many ways to fill these vertical spaces, but before you pick out your photos and wall décor, how are you going to surface the walls?

By Polly Nichols

Plus, it’s a shame to leave so much potential untapped.

Sometimes we go for the safe choice because we don’t want to have to think about all of the possibilities.

Brainstorming, however, is half the fun. With new technologies available to us the options are practically endless. Of course, it doesn't stop with paint, there’s wallpaper too.

and misalignment show up easily.

Also, hanging photos and wall décor is a bigger decision since holes aren’t patched in the same way as paint. Also, wallpaper, like paint, requires proper preparation before application.

Decisions, decisions bubbles burst when their paint job doesn’t turn out the way they’d hoped after skipping necessary preparations.

Wondering about wallpaper Gone are the days of pasting wallpaper onto the wall.

Nowadays DIYers have the choice between pasting wallpaper or adhesive wallpapers.

Playing with paint A bucket of paint is a portal to colours galore. Paint can be altered to match or complement the statement piece in your room, whether it’s a bold, hot pink couch or the intricate pattern of a family heirloom, faded with time.

Paint doesn’t have to be applied in any one way either. Different techniques, patterns and finishes can add visual interest as well.

On the flip side, it’s important to remember that painting is a process. There’s the prep work, primer and dry times to consider before applying your new paint colour.

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Patterns and textures are easily integrated into a space with wallpaper available in a variety of colours and materials like paper, vinyl, fabric and more.

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The first instinct for many of us in New Zealand is to reach for the white paint. Using the same white paint throughout a rental property is expected, but it’s a bit drab when a house is absentmindedly doused in it.

It says: ‘yeah, this place is just one rung on my way up the property ladder’. Even if it’s true, that doesn’t really translate to ‘home sweet home’ does it?

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Also, homeowners can further personalise their wallpaper choice with high resolution photos which can be blown up to fit the wall space.

Patterns and textures are easily integrated into a space with wallpaper available in a variety of colours and materials like paper, vinyl, fabric and more.

Nevertheless, whether pasting or adhering wallpaper, wrinkles

It’s not so much about which one is superior, but which is right for the space you’re creating. Both have their pros and cons, but who said you had to choose one or the other?

With the use of paint and wallpaper samples, you can really make a statement by using a bold wallpaper for a feature wall and then paint the other walls with a colour found in the wallpaper to create a cohesive look.

Kitset Homes

Kitset considerations What you need to know about kitset homes

By Polly Nichols

Photo by Fraemohs Homes.

Kiwis have a reputation for throwing themselves into the thick of things, whether it’s traversing the world or settling down.

Much like the use of number eight wire, New Zealand has a history of ingenuity which shows even in the housing industry through the construction of kitset homes.

You can find catalogues for kitset homes as early as the late 1800s.

By the 1950s, a few New Zealand kitset home manufacturers cropped us as well, which saved time and money on importing from overseas.

For kitset homes, Fraemohs Homes development manager Amanda van der Kley says the main benefits are cost savings and the opportunity to build your own home – with Fraemohs’ solid timber kitset homes at least.

“The method of construction or the way that you can construct them is quite simple, so you don’t necessarily need to be a what I would call a ‘qualified person’ in order to do it.

“Saying that, that’s not the case for all kitset homes, but that is one of the benefits of our solid, timber one.”

Amanda also notes that kitset homes afford people with the desire to build their home with their own hands the time they need to build at their own pace.

“There’s no land or anything like that, and because you’re having to pay up front for a kitset home, that’s quite a significant cost if you can’t find it yourself.

Still, before making any major decision it’s best to consider its pros and cons but especially when it comes to our homes.

Some drawbacks to buying and building a kitset home include the financing.

“I think the biggest issue our customers have is the financing because the lending requirements are a lot stricter.”

To explain, Amanda says, “Generally, it’s down to finance requirements. As you can imagine, there’s nothing really for the bank to leverage against.

Previously, many relied on the use of kitset homes because of little access to building materials and the convenience of transporting materials to remote parts of the country.

Amanda’s advice for kitset home buyers: secure the land first. That way, the bank has something to leverage when coming up with your financing options.

Additionally, before going through the process of purchasing and building a kitset home, buyers should talk to necessary trades and their local officials early so they know what the land and build require.

Although Kiwis can still enjoy these benefits, there are others to consider as well.

Kitset homes are often confused with prefabricated and transportable homes. Still valid options, prefabricated homes and transportable homes differ from kitset homes because they are built off site, while kitset homes are built on the land in which it will reside.

An open and clear line of communication with your bank is helpful with any home purchase, but even more so with kitset homes.

When home buyers do their homework, they are sure to reap the benefits a kitset home brings.

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With Fraemohs’ solid timber option, home buyers are able to save on costs by building their home themselves and simultaneously building a bit of their family history as well.

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Home Security

Safe and sound How to properly secure your home

By Georgina Oldfield

Everyday hundreds of New Zealanders come home to their drawers open, their valuables stolen and their houses tipped upside down.

and that is the moment when you go, why didn’t I.”

So, what are the best security options to have in your home?

Surprisingly enough Wayne says a house alarm also isn’t enough to stop some offenders nowadays.

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According to a Finder analysis of New Zealand Police data, more than 200,000 homes were broken into between January 2017 to March 2020, with Auckland being the burglary hot spot.

“Burglars don’t care about an alarm going off – they do not care; they will still go through your top drawer at very least and grab anything which looks of value and easy to pinch.

Smart Installations digital experience manager, Wayne Luke explains that it’s not until after people have been ripped off that they actually appreciate a really good alarm system.

“The first thing they go for is your master bedroom, and they will tear it to pieces, they know that’s where everyone hides everything.”

“You come home to all your drawers smashed in the middle of the room, they’ve been through every personal item, they’ve stolen all the things that are dear to you

You can have the greatest security system on earth but if it’s not monitored in any shape or form then you may as well not have one because nobody is going to react to it.”

Wayne says it’s important to have a security system that is more than just an alarm system.

1. It needs to be armed when you are not there.

2. If it is activated, the alert needs to go to the person or a monitoring station and then they need to consider what are the actions upon that activation – so if they have an activation and it goes to a monitoring company do, they ring family, their contact list, a security professional or do they just ring their guard and send a guard out?

“These are the kinds of considerations people need to make.”

When considering your options, Wayne recommends looking at it from a reliability and functionality standpoint, not from an affordability perspective.

“You need to put in an alarm system that works, an industry standard one, one that works with many platforms and that is respected in the industry as a security system.

“People are putting a lot of these self-help things in out of the boxes – we call it Prosumer equipment, but you’re setting yourself up for fail if you don’t know how to look after it or have it monitored.”

STRETCH THE BUDGET “If you’re paying under $3,000, you’re probably not getting the best system.

“You have to question how well that system was installed and the person that installed it, do they actually have a security license and does that company have a company security license?

“It is a law in New Zealand, but it’s not something that’s heavily policed; you’re supposed to have a security license but most people don’t unfortunately.

“Do it right, spend the money, get some good advice and actually use somebody who is a professional in the security industry.”

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Home Relocation

Going places

By Polly Nichols

The logistics involved in transporting homes takes forethought and preparation.

Even with winter’s frosts, the housing market is still hot.

If there seems to be any sort of slowdown, it’s because the demand for housing is greater than the supply which in turn increases prices.

Adapting to the housing climate, home buyers are finding creative ways to get on the property ladder.

In May, REINZ reported that the median number of days to sell a house in New Zealand was about 30. Looking at the South Island, Canterbury was middle of the road compared to other regions with a median house price of $582,000 – a record increase for Canterbury according to REINZ. Swirling in a sea of numbers and looking for solid ground, home buyers are getting creative with how they get into their first home, and this includes home relocations.

NZ Building Removals director Angela Campbell says in the last six months or so her business

has had a lot more enquiries from people considering home relocations as a result of the current housing market.

Different to what you’d expect in a traditional home purchase, Angela says the first step in home relocation is finding a section to place a house on and then finding a house that fits that section.

Once the appropriate home is acquired, homeowners must provide plans and submit them to their local council.

Still, drawing up plans is different to putting them into action. Home relocations don’t only include portable homes, but also homes that were never designed to be transported in the first place.

With larger homes in multiple pieces, they will require extra finishing work. Doing a relocatable you should be able to achieve it at approximately 50 percent less cost than a new build according to Angela.

“So, I always make them aware if the house needs to be cut up for transportation, then there will be some extra work to be done.

It’s not going to turn up looking like it looked initially ready to move in.”

As intimidating as it might seem, Angela says it can be done and is frequently done for various reasons.

Nevertheless, if there’s a will, there’s a way. Some homes you could never imagine moving from its foundations are moved.

One reason these homes are sold separate from their original sites is because the previous homeowner didn’t want to go through the demolition process.

Understanding the realities of home relocations, Angela says you have some houses that can be relocated in one piece and larger homes in multiple pieces.

Some prospective home buyers seek out houses for removal because they like the idea of saving a home from being unnecessarily demolished.

The colder months are usually the slower months in real estate. However, REINZ reported that the median number of days to sell a house in New Zealand was 30 days in May. In the South Island, regions ranged in median house prices with the West Coast’s median house price at $295,000 and the Tasman region boasting a median house price of $850,000.

According to BRANZ, construction and demolition waste can make up about 50 percent of all waste generated in New Zealand.

Others like the charm of older homes that’s harder to replicate in a new build – especially those with historical heritage.

Whatever your reason might be, it’s good to know all of your options when it comes to getting on that property ladder.

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Renovations & Maintenance

Little fixes

For some DIYers the cold weather puts a damper on what they would like to do around the home.

Although the cold weather might affect the scale of projects, there are still things that can be done now that will set you up for success once the weather warms up.

Do you ever have a walk around your home and notice the little things here and there that need doing?

People passing through your home like neighbours or house guests might not notice, but for many homeowners, those little todo's are glaring and hard to ignore.

Making use of the colder weather, now is the time to put your mind at ease and to get all of those nagging little jobs done around the home so you can set yourself up for success on larger projects during the warmer months.

Kitchen cleaning If you have your eye on the weather forecast and you know a

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People passing through your home like neighbours or house guests might not notice, but for many homeowners, those little to-do's are glaring and hard to ignore.

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frost is on its way, keeping cabinet doors open can prevent pipes from freezing – unless your home is freezing too.

While you have the cabinet doors open, why not go through and do a thorough reorganisation and cleanout? Reorganising pots, pans and stored foods can clear away that mental block which might prevent you from cooking as often as you’d like.

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Renovations & Maintenance Also, winter is a time insects like ants and weevils retreat indoors – especially in places like your pantry, an insect’s ‘all you can eat’ buffet. Although creepy crawlies are naturally drawn to the comforts of your home, cleaning out your cupboards will give pests one less reason to hunker down at your place.

Roof spruce A good roof is one you don’t notice in your day-to-day life. The times it usually grabs your attention are when something goes wrong – like a leaky roof. Regularly inspecting your roof can prevent such things from happening.

Here, ‘prevention is better than cure’. If you feel unsafe cleaning or inspecting your roof during winter, it might be best to hire a roofing professional to do it for you.

Roofing professionals will look for things such as mould, rust and flaking paint while on your roof which can all lead to compounding issues down the line.

Some work that might need to be done on your roof which can range from a quick clean to roof resurfacing or replacement.

Wall touch ups Big painting and plastering jobs during the winter require more time and heating equipment for them to dry.

Instead of going big, doing small patch jobs now can prepare you for larger projects when the weather is more conducive to plaster and paint application.

Still, it’s good to keep in mind that just because a job is smaller it doesn’t mean you

should skip the prep for it and the same goes for plastering and painting patch work.

Remember to sand and brush away dust before applying the topping compound. Before applying fresh paint, the topping compound and sealant should be dry to the touch.

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Roofs

One of the main reasons for touching up paint is to cover up repairs. The best touch ups are the ones you don’t notice when finished.

When inspecting roofs, the Ministry of Business, Innovation & Employment (MBIE) first suggests that inspections take place from the ground if possible. This is to prevent falls from height.

To match the surrounding area, Dulux recommends using the same paint container of paint, brushes and rollers that were used to paint the surrounding area.

This can be tricky for homeowners because the greatest vantage point most have from the ground is of the rain gutter. However, when inspecting a roof, the rain gutter is not always the main point of concern.

By using the same tools and materials as before, you’re increasing the likeliness that the touch up will match.

Whittling away at small projects around the house can make for less work later when you want to get larger projects done.

Wet weather adds another risk to an already risky activity, so calling in a professional isn’t a bad idea. Roofing professionals will have the equipment to inspect your roof as safely as possible.

The greatest journeys are made of many small steps and making your house into a home is no exception.

You or a roofing professional can look out for red flags when cleaning your roof.

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Painting Painting is one of those tasks that seems easy enough when starting out but is difficult to execute in reality. Touch ups present their own challenges. We usually need to touch up paint to cover up any damage or repairs that have been made to a wall or ceiling.

Touching up paint isn’t as simple as slapping on a bit of the same paint on a wall. Doing this can draw attention to the touch up rather than blending it in as a result of the extra layer of paint.

Along with using the same paint that was used for the larger area, Resene suggests thinning the touch up paint with 20 percent water and applying the paint with a small roller. The idea is to blend the affected area with its surroundings.

Small patch jobs require less time to dry and can prepare you for larger projects once the weather warms up.

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Colder climates For those of us living in the especially frosty parts of the country, one neat trick to keeping the pipes to your kitchen sink from freezing is leaving the cabinet doors open.

This allows warm air to circulate around the water pipes. Of course, this only works if your house stays warm overnight or if you don’t have pets that would love access to the cupboards’ contents.

Cold and wet weather doesn’t have to put a damper on your home renovation goals

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Outdoor Living

KEEPING IT TOASTY An outdoor fireplace or firepit is a great way to create a focal point where everyone gathers and keeps toasty and warm — plus toasting marshmallows, need I say more?

Cold comfort

How to winterise your outdoor space

By Georgina Oldfield

As the nights get colder it’s easy to put away the barbeque and leave the get togethers to inside, but by winterproofing your outdoor space there’s no reason why you can’t enjoy your outdoor patio all year round.

Here’s some simple steps to transform your outdoor space from drab to fab and to avoid spending all of winter stuck indoors.

Considering what sort of fire to have, whether it’s a wood burning fire or gas, where to put it and the price are only some of the logistics, but once you’re sitting cosy under the stars with a s’more in one hand and a hot chocolate in the other, you’ll be glad you made the investment.

LIGHT IT UP Lighting is something that is crucial as the nights get darker earlier but it doesn’t have to be boring.

To really bedazzle your outdoor space, wrap some fairy lights around a tree trunk or put lights in mason jars to illuminate a space, this will make your outdoor patio shine and be more inviting for guests.

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Outdoor Living For the main areas such as the barbeque, the bar or any trip hazards, use directional lighting to make it safe and avoid any slipups.

AMBIENCE Whether it’s a speaker to play music, plants, cushions or some cosy and colourful throws, adding colour and bringing in items to help set the scene makes the space more vibrant and entertaining, meaning your guests will want to stay out for longer.

When deciding on colours opt for reds, orange and yellows – colours that are associated with warmth and don’t forget about big throws and blankets, they are must have to help withstand the colder temperatures.

CONSIDER THE CLIMATE New Zealand weather can turn at any time so it’s a good idea to be prepared for any temperature. Always opt for waterproof furniture so you’re ready for rain, hail or shine.

Polyester solution dyed fabric is a good option because it is resistant to mould, sunlight, water and much less likely to fade over time outside.

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On-Sold Property Repairs

Help for missed earthquake repair costs On-sold applicants asked to get their building quotes, consents and scopes back to EQC For applicants that have been deemed eligible and have been assigned an EQC Settlement specialist, this is only the beginning of their repair journey, in which the applicants lead their own repair programme.

EQC head of on-solds, Pip Andrews.

Since the announcement of the Government’s Onsolds support package in 2019, there has been an overwhelming amount of interest in the programme, with almost 6,000 Canterbury homeowners registering their interest between August 2019 and October 2020.

Administered by EQC on behalf of the Government, the $300 million On-solds support package is aimed at eligible Canterbury homeowners who bought a house before August 15, 2019 with a settled under-cap EQC claim, but who have since discovered missed earthquake damage which exceeds EQC’s cap to repair.

Before the On-solds support package was announced in August 2019, homeowners who had bought a property that subsequently proved to have missed damage above the EQC cap, had no recourse with their private insurer and would have to pay for any repairs out of their own pocket.

“Repairs that take a home’s settlement over EQC’s cap (typically $100,000 (+GST) for Canterbury earthquake claims) are a big cost and often significant and complex,” EQC head of onsolds Pip Andrews says.

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This role ranges from choosing a licensed building practitioner to obtaining quotes and reports from the relevant specialists, as well as council consents (if applicable), so they can be reviewed by EQC. “As with any repairs to a home, it can be a daunting process and we do not underestimate the commitment required from homeowners to get these repairs carried out,” Pip says.

EQC has recently created a homeowners’ process guide which applicants can use as a guide to understand the steps to take and when.

“The homeowners’ process guide will tell applicants who they need to speak to, what they need to consider and when EQC expects to see certain documents. This will help make the journey easier to navigate,” Pip says.

She explains that EQC wants to agree on a settlement with homeowners as soon as possible, so EQC needs to receive the building contractor’s assessment, quote(s), and any specialist reports within five months of confirming an applicant’s eligibility for the Support package.

“If applicants are unable to get this information to us within five months, we ask them to tell us, so we can work through it with them.”

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If applicants are unable to get this information to us within five months, we ask them to tell us, so we can work through it with them.

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Perhaps you’ve already lodged a claim, been paid out by your insurance company or EQC and now need the job finished properly. It doesn’t matter if you’re starting from scratch or need things picked up in the middle – we will ensure your project is completed to a high standard.

We have the expertise and experience to see any project through and would love to be involved in your project.

Some of the things we can do for you: Assess the damage to your property, develop an appropriate repair strategy and provide a quote for those repairs.

Manage and complete the repair work.

Engage and manage any necessary specialists or subcontractors, including engineers, electricians and plumbers Sign off the completed work.

If you’re in the position where you still need work completed, then give us a call, as our team of expert specialists are ready to help you right now.

Call us today to arrange an initial free assessment and from there we will develop a plan to suit your specific needs.

We look forward to hearing from you, Mitch James & Paul Hardy

CANTERBURY’S TRUSTED BUILDER Third Generation Family Owned and Operated Construction Company Specialising in Premium Home Builds, Commercial Buildings, Earthquake repairs and Strengthening Projects Cell: 0274 134 382 Ph: (03) 313 4373 Email: info@wdbuild.co.nz

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On-Sold Property Repairs

DO YOU HAVE EQ DAMAGE?

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The homeowners’ process guide will tell applicants who they need to speak to, what they need to consider and when EQC expects to see certain documents. This will help make the journey easier to navigate.

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- EQC head of on-solds, Pip Andrews

Our friendly team are here to help with your On Sold Property.

Get in touch today to discuss your EQ damage and book a free assessment.

THE PROCESS GET IN TOUCH BOOK A VISIT GET EXPERT ADVICE BOOK IN REPAIRS AND MOVE ON WITH LIFE

The On-solds programme’s structure is set up to provide assurance to Cantabrians that they will be owning, buying and selling homes that have been properly repaired.

The guarantee control around the programme is managed by EQC through tranche payments where applicants receive their overall settlement in partial payments as construction progresses.

At different points, parts of the settlement are paid when the applicant provides appropriate evidence to show the repairs have been completed to an acceptable standard.

This will provide both EQC and fellow Cantabrians the confidence that the earthquake repairs are either underway, to be completed or are already complete.

The programme has proven to be a success with 257 applications already resolved in the repair phase as of 21 June 2021.

“The response from homeowners so far has been really positive. We know we are making a difference for people within our Canterbury community and that’s what matters,” says Ms Andrews.

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For eligible applicants, their EQC settlement specialist will make regular contact (about once a month) for an update on their progress, but applicants can also contact EQC at any time that they need to.

Quick overview of the process once you have been deemed eligible for the Support Package: • You are assigned an EQC settlement specialist to support you through your application.

• You will need to obtain a scope and quote from a licensed building practitioner and any other relevant specialist.

• You will need to provide these to EQC for review (with the appropriate consents, reports and specialist advice attached).

• EQC will review the information you have provided and make a settlement offer.

This usually means, starting the repairs to get your tranche payments underway.

Read the EQC On-solds Homeowners’ pack and the accompanying Homeowners’ process guide for more detailed information on the EQC website: www.eqc.govt.nz/On-solds.

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Driveway Specialists

Groundwork Driveway Specialists Groundwork Driveway Specialists 2003 Ltd has been perfecting the art of concrete since 2003. The company is due to celebrate 20 years in business as a Canterbury-owned and operated family business.

Groundwork strives to employ top quality staff who are professional and knowledgeable in their trade. Its staff thrives in the positive work environment, a testament to Groundwork’s company ethics that many staff have been part of the Groundwork Team celebrating five, 10, 15 years in the company.

When you see Groundwork vehicles operating in your area, you see maintained, modern machinery – the team always uses the correct equipment.

Groundwork’s staff is well presented, approachable, and ready to keep up with all the new techniques and style. This ensures your job not only is completed to the highest standard but is durable and modern, enhancing your home or business.

Groundwork knows how to get the job done efficiently to the highest standard, leaving its sites clean and tidy. The team works with all other subcontractors with the aim of making the job run efficiently for all involved, no matter how big or small.

Groundwork Driveway Specialists managing director, Rick Bolton is the first point of call. Rick has over 30 years of experience in the industry on all levels from roading and commercial construction through to residential new builds.

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Call Rick or use Groundwork’s website options to make contact, and Rick can arrange a free quote to go over your plans.

Our work has been showcased all over Canterbury from working on the Southern Motorway, working with various housing companies on residential driveways, patios, paths, multi-unit developments, sub division developments and service station forecourts throughout the region.

Many private homeowners are proud their most prized asset their home has been enhanced with a Groundwork driveway, paths and patios, with Rick often offering design advice to enhance the use of outdoor spaces to make them user friendly and bring value to their home.

Work for Canterbury homeowners ranges from heavy duty work, from all kinds of vehicle driveways and parking areas to footpaths or urban landscaping features in higheruse zones.

Driveways installs will often require kerbing work to separate paved areas from garden and lawn spaces. Beyond that, Groundwork can also add other custom features to create interesting colour or textured concrete, including exposed aggregate concrete and coloured driveway work. An exposed aggregate surface creates a unique stony texture and, at Groundwork, the company has access to a selection of locally sourced stones that will give your driveway a natural New Zealand look. The concrete specialists can

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further enhance and protect the natural colour with a final sealing.

Although fully certified with Sitesafe and SiteWise Green, certification enables Groundwork to ensure commercial customers’ Groundwork driveway specialists adhere to and comply with all safety standards. The team’s passion is still driveways paths and patios for the residential client – whether through your builder, housing company or developer, landscaper or architect, be sure to remind them to use Groundwork Driveway Specialists as a preferred supplier.

Groundwork stands by its work.

The concrete specialists provide the complete package, from site advice through to the excavation and prep of the site, to boxing and levels and placing the concrete and finishing. Groundwork can include crossings and kerb and channel, concrete or asphalt.

The new show yard office is available to Groundwork clients with a range of the latest concrete products on show to provide examples of the various techniques and products supplied, from exposed aggregates to drains, decorative borders and more. Rick will be happy to show you through the various options to provide you with the best product for your own requirements.

The team at Groundwork are experienced concrete specialists, ready to work on your residential and commercial spaces across Christchurch and Canterbury.

From laying functional concrete driveways to textured concrete work for decorative pathways or patios, Groundwork is up for any challenge. For commercial clients, Groundwork can complete any kind of urban landscape, as well as vehicle accesses and carparks.

SPECIALISTS IN ALL ASPECTS OF CONCRETE FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES

Groundwork are an experienced team of concreting specialists ready to work on residential and commercial spaces across Christchurch and the Canterbury region. Our specialities are laying concrete driveways so they are functional and look great along with textured concrete work for decorative patios or pathways. For commercial clients, we can complete any kind of urban landscaping needed as well as vehicle accesses and carparking.

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Waimakariri District Council

succeeds in IANZ re-accreditation

NoLimit is North Canterbury’s leading combination of wood fire consultancy, custom installation expertise, and support for the life of your wood fire.

Kelvin Aldwin’s (Managing Director) experience includes being a board member of the NZHHA for 2 years. This, combined with his 20 years of experience in the building and construction trade, gives Kelvin a great understanding and knowledge, which means there are no limits to what you can achieve in your solid fuel heating project.

NoLimit makes the product consultation and install process more simple than ever. Your initial inquiry with Kelvin will ensure that the wood fire products accurately meet your heating needs and design demands all while staying within budget. Kelvin has an intimate understanding of all Canterbury regional council regulations too so you can be confident that all installation and maintenance work is compliant, working at optimum, and most

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importantly that your family are warm and safe.

Alongside your wood burner selection, NoLimit build customised hearth options to complement your decor and really make the fireplace a stunning feature in your home.

NoLimit demonstrate a high-quality lifelong commitment to the success of your wood fire, from the installation to seasonal chimney sweeps and routine maintenance.

At NoLimit there is no offloading of responsibility or subcontracting installations to inexperienced juniors; Kelvin is your personal advocate throughout the process and handles everything.

Join the ranks of delighted Cantabrians and contact Kelvin today

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The Waimakariri District Council’s Building Consent Authority (BCA) Team will soon achieve re-accreditation following its latest two-yearly independent assessment.

IANZ (International Accreditation New Zealand) assessors spent four days onsite with the BCA Team auditing procedures and compliance against regulations.

Building Unit Manager Warren Taylor says he was pleased with

the result, but more so with the auditor’s acknowledgment that the Council has ‘a very high performing and functioning team’.

“Without accreditation we don’t operate. It’s our lifeblood. The result reflects the work and commitment our BCA Team have to the process,” says Warren.

The accreditation of building control processes (IANZ) was introduced in 2006 as a way of ensuring a council’s building

practices meet criteria and standards across an array of regulated requirements.

Accreditation is mandated by legislation and is assessed by IANZ on behalf of the regulator, MBIE. The latest assessment highlighted a small number of minor tasks to complete to reach accreditation and once these are signed off, it will be the seventh consecutive accreditation for the Council since it was first assessed in 2008.

Waimakariri District Mayor Dan Gordon says it’s a great result for the district.

“I have confidence in the technical decisions we make and in the processes we have which make sure we end up with a quality built environment. I extend my congratulations to the Building Unit Team for the great job they do and have done as has been recognised by IANZ.”

Stadium Waimakariri Site Tour July 2020.

The Waimakariri District’s population is growing, with around 13,000 more residents expected to move to the District in the next ten years. It’s estimated

Waimakariri District Council Building Unit Manager, Warren Taylor.

that up to 15,000 additional houses may be needed to accommodate population growth over the next 30 years.

The number of new home consents are at a level not seen since the rebuild following the Canterbury Earthquakes. The BCA Team are keeping on top of workloads and continue to improve processes to make the build process as efficient as possible.

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Kaiapoi township’s placement on and around the Kaiapoi River, one of the many braids of the Waimakariri River, is reminiscent of its rich history in Mahinga Kai – the value of natural resources that sustain life, including the life of people.

With its rebuilt riverbank, new marina with both visitor and permanent berths, and boutique businesses on its fringes, the river has once again become a stimulant of activity.

Established in 2019, the ‘Kaiapoi River Queen’ provides visitors to the Canterbury region with a unique, leisurely activity – seeing the local sights by water. On the river is also the Cure Boating Club (rowing since 1868) and KORE Hire who rent kayaks and paddle boards all summer.

Whitebaiters can be seen spilling from the riverbanks into the shallows; people come and go on jet skis and boats; and patrons both passing through and visiting their local can be heard enjoying the new Port and Eagle Brewpub delivering award winning craft beers and café food that celebrates fine fare.

“Residents are very pleased with the results and you only have to go down to the river on a sunny day to see how well used and appreciated it is,” says Regeneration Portfolio Councillor, Al Blackie.

Nearby are more popular recreational hotspots – the BMX park, dog park, softball diamonds, playing fields, and coming soon the NZ Motorhome Association Park.

The vision for a water sport park called Wai Huka o Waitaha (WHoW) is receiving positive backing. A surf and aquasports park, it will be designed and built to give the feel of a natural ocean surf break and to provide for a wide range of activities and users.

If all goes ahead smoothly, it’s due to be open this October

Waimakariri District 2021, where it will be open five months of the year before being packed away for winter.

The project was initially earmarked for Christchurch’s red zone, but trust spokesman Scott Kotoul said Kaiapoi’s red zone was “ready to go” with new developments now.

There were fewer hurdles to open the park in Kaiapoi compared to Christchurch, and the aim was to create a regeneration project just as much as an amazing facility, he said. WHoW also had great support from the Waimakariri District Council and Enterprise North Canterbury.

Originally due to open June 2020 but pushed back by Covid, the Kaiapoi Cycleway opened this year, connecting the Christchurch Northern Motorway bridge to the Passchendaele Memorial Path and providing safer, easier access throughout the region for cyclists.

On the other (western) side of Kaiapoi township, the focus is

on community and economic vitality. A new library, service centre and Town Hall have been instated.

The loss of more than 1,000 homes to red zone land has been replenished through new housing developments Silverstream, Sovereign Palms and Ruby Views – meanwhile providing huge opportunity for the re-appropriation of red zone land for recreational activities.

“Everything we’ve done has had an eye on future natural disasters and meets the new earthquake code,” Al says.

Mandeville

Joining the already established Mandeville Sports Centre, Mandeville Village is home to a supermarket, food takeaways, a bar and restaurant, an early childcare centre, a beauty salon and completing the package, a self-service petrol station.

Under development for five years before its unveiling in 2018, the carefully planned Mandeville

Village provides a nucleus of convenient amenities for the nearby residents of Eyrewell, Mandeville, Ohoka and Swannanoa, and has boosted employment opportunities in the area.

It also serves as a convenient pit-stop for commuters travelling between Oxford and Christchurch via Tram Road.

Infrastructure projects that have been completed include the repair, rebuild and decommissioning of major roads; water and wastewater recovery; and drain enhancement works.

Community consultations have been undertaken for Kaiapoi Town Centre Plan, 2028 & Beyond; Kaiapoi Reserves Master Plan; and Murphy Park rowing precinct concept design.

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The majority of Rangiora’s High Street has been rebuilt and its old buildings demolished or strengthened.

The structural and aesthetic makeover of the main street paints the perfect picture for its beloved boutique shopping scene.

The addition of a $28 million multi-sports and conference facility is expected to attract national sporting competitions and conferences and boost visitor and economic activity within the region.

“Following the earthquakes, people didn’t leave here [the Waimakariri District], however many Christchurch earthquake

affected residents moved here as a destination of choice because there is a strong sense of community,” says Enterprise North Canterbury chief executive, Heather Warwick.

“Everything is accessible – rivers, beaches, an abundance of places to recreate, as well as an exciting, evolving mixture of new affordable homes, businesses and business opportunities.”

Rangiora’s population is expected to reach 30,000 within the next 15 years. Combined with the population of Woodend/Pegasus and Kaiapoi (the eastern side of district), these towns will host around 50,000 residents exceeding the size of Timaru (40,000).

Contact: Peter Kaisa M. 027 207 3323 E. kaisa.earthworks@xtra.co.nz W. www.kaisaearthworks.co.nz Housing development underway in Townsend Fields, Rangiora.

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Resilient buildings What could make a building more resilient to climate change and environmental challenges during its lifetime? There is more to this than making a structure earthquakestrong and weather-tight.

Rain on the plains A warming climate brings greater water-carrying capacity in the atmosphere: we can expect heavier winter snow on higher ground and more frequent rain or hail than experienced last century. Drains could be overloaded as 'fifty year flood frequency' becomes perhaps 'ten year frequency' and detaining flood water will be needed to help roadside swales cope.

In the east of NZ, climate change may mean the year's rain falling in uneven bursts between periods of drought: rain water storage may become a part of resilience for buildings as well as farmers.

Garden watering and toilet flushing are good uses for stored rainwater, reserving piped supplies for

essential uses. Water storage is also really useful in civil emergency, such as after quakes.

What's that buzz?

Warmer temperatures and dwindling frost nights may allow mosquitoes to spread their habitat southwards, boosting demand for insect screens on windows. Longer growing seasons may favour home food production, coupled with fashionable edible decorative gardens. The resilient home needs space for raised garden beds and healthy soil left on site after construction: free from lead paint scrapings or construction debris.

Warming to the idea Sunshine is the free heat that a resilient design incorporates by increasing north-facing glazing and reducing on the south, provided the structure has internal thermal mass to absorb heat by day and release it overnight, achieving temperature stability. External shading from mid-summer heat

is important too. Insulation needs to be extensive, and be placed outside the thermal mass of the floor or sunlit walls, for it to work.

Placing carpets on insulated concrete floors does not work: floors need to have attractive surfaces such as tiles, to let the energy flow in and out.

Photo-voltaic panels are most useful on buildings where most of the energy use is 9am to Spm, such as schools, factories and offices; although fast developing battery technology may soon make 24 hour power storage cost effective for households. Decentralised power production increases resilience by reducing reliance on large and distant generators, linked by the national grid.

Future Living Skills A more resource-efficient, less polluting future will call on new life skills from building users as well as designers and constructors.

We may need to know something about local food production,

low-carbon transport, waste and water minimisation and community resilience. These topics feature alongside energy and eco-design in a community education programme which is freely available in Christchurch and Waimakariri. For details see www.sustainableliving.org.nz On this website, under 'where are the courses?' you will find occasional tutor-led courses and workshops, if you are ready to seek contact with others sharing this interest.

There is also good advice on including sustainability awareness in new building and renovations at www.ccc.govt.nz/environment/ sustainability/build-smarter www.ecodesignadvisor.org.nz/ resources Rhys Taylor is the National Coordinator of Sustainable Living Education Trust.

He lives in Canterbury.

NZ Communities face challenges from sudden events such as natural disasters, and from gradual but significant changes such as resource shortages or climate change. An ability to respond to both requires resilience: a mix of adaptation, imagination and resourcefulness. How skilled are you at resilience? Have you given it much thought?

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Oxford

Oxford is a charming country town set at the foothills of the majestic Southern Alps.

With two conservation parks on its doorstep and an abundance of eateries, shops and services along the main street, Oxford is a great place to both stay and explore.

The renowned Sheffield Pies now has its manufacturing facilities based in Oxford, and with it an outlet store. Together they add to the steady stream of job opportunities becoming available in the district.

Oxford is preparing to take advantage of the popular new dark skies tourism network that is forming throughout New Zealand by transforming their current observatory into a tourism and education hub for the town. This will become part of a greater night skies tourism trail stretching up from Takaka and through to the St James.

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Canterbury. These developments have included the Ravenswood, Silverstream, Sovereign Palms and Oxford Park subdivisions and the Northern Arterial Road.

Davis Ogilvie is an established consultancy which originated in Christchurch in 1932, now with four offices in Christchurch, Nelson, Greymouth and Timaru. With an overall team of 95 staff, Davis Ogilvie works on a wide range of projects throughout the South Island, from Central Otago to Golden Bay, Nelson and Marlborough.

Davis Ogilvie can offer expertise in the following areas: • Topographical surveys • Cadastral surveys • Subdivision design • Resource consents for subdivision and land use, including earthworks • Geotechnical investigations • Contaminated land investigation and assessment • Civil engineering design • Contract administration and construction observation • Structural design for residential and commercial projects.

By covering structural, civil and geotechnical engineering, land surveying, resource management and environmental science Davis Ogilvie are able to simplify construction, design and development using collaborative processes to create better solutions.

Davis Ogilvie is proud to provide multi-disciplinary services for a range of developments which support family and lifestyle, and promote regional growth in North

In addition to these large-scale developments, Davis Ogilvie also provides a range of engineering, surveying and planning services for numerous residential and commercial projects throughout the region.

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Woodend and Pegasus Ravenswood is a new development in Woodend that provides 1,352 residential sections with large areas of open space.

Adjacent to Pegasus with its associated recreational opportunities and amenities, these include a golf course, Lake Pegasus, and the beach beyond plus biking and walking tracks.

The people of Ravenswood, Pegasus and Woodend can rejoice – New World Ravenswood is opening on 25 August 2021. New World committed to be a part of the Ravenswood development from the very beginning and broke ground for construction on 20 July, 2020, making it a quick turn around from construction to operating.

From a local’s point of view, it’s going to create jobs and make grocery shopping much more convenient; no more driving to Rangiora for household essentials.

will be comprised of 25 smaller, retail businesses, making it the last major retail opportunity when driving from Christchurch into North Canterbury.

Gull will soon join the lineup of commercial partners already operating in Ravenswood including BP and McDonald’s.

On the other end of Ravenswood Junction is Ravenswood Stars Nursery and Preschool. This neighbourhood necessity opened in October 2020, where it provides care and education to children from three months to six years old.

Next to New World there will be a retail precinct called Ravenswood Junction. Ravenswood Junction

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Josh Cottle started his plumbing career in 2011 and branched out on his own in 2016.

North Canterbury born and bred, Josh is a family man from Woodend who is a certified plumber with drain laying and gas experience.

No matter if the job is as small as a leaky tap to a major renovation or new build, Josh has the experience and equipment to get the job done with a high level of quality guaranteed.

Josh has built many client relationships throughout Canterbury including clients in Arthurs Pass and Nelson. Although the primary area of his work is Canterbury-based, from timeto-time Josh will travel to meet a client’s needs.

New builds Looking at building a new home and are in the process of selecting your tradies?

You can ensure when you select Cottle Plumbing that you are getting a trade professional that is reliable, respectful and takes the utmost care of your new home.

We have completed many new homes from 2-bedrooms to large 5-bedroom homes with multiple bathrooms and wet areas.

Renovations Whether you’re completing a small renovation that may just require tapware being changed out, oro large scale renovations that require more complex plumbing and re-routing of your services, Cottle Plumbing can do it all, having the experience and expertise to complete renovations of all sizes.

Maintenance Maybe you have a leaking tap, burst water main or a portfolio of investment properties that need taking care of. Well, Cottle Plumbing can provide solutions to suit your maintenance needs.

“We can go out of our way to assist in those emergency jobs where water is dispersing uncontrolled or drains may be blocked and causing distress.”

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Health & Wellbeing

City First Aid Training City First Aid Training has been operating for over 20 years, serving the local community of Christchurch and wider Canterbury Area. We teach CPR, choking and the use of an AED, as well as basic first aid skills to school students, construction workers, rest homes, voluntary bus drivers, and the hearing impaired, just to name a few.

Being familiar with the techniques of CPR and putting them to victim survives.

If you don’t know how to perform CPR, maybe it’s time you learned.

Part of being a contributing member of a community is taking basic steps to help keep others healthy and alive.

Being ready to do CPR is one of them. You see a bunch of cyclists coming down the street, a car pulls out and hits two of them. One of the cyclists is not moving and unconscious.

What would you do?

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Suppose you’re walking down the street, eating at a restaurant or walking with some friends. Someone slumps over unconscious.

You suspect a heart attack – but do you know what to do?

The good thing about CPR and First Aid Training is that there is no

If you don’t, that person may die before your eyes.

We have a close-knit team that look after each other and our clients.

Are they having a heart attack? Once cardiac arrest takes place, brain damage occurs in about three minutes, and by nine minutes, it is likely to be severe and irreversible.

We would love to help you, teach you the skills and grow in at your venue.

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Thus, Teague’s cleaning was created and continues to grow.

Seven years later, not only do we provide commercial and domestic cleaning services, but have expanded into garden and

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Being a blended family of seven, we understand how valuable time is.

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Superhome Movement

Healthy home tours go nationwide While the building industry has been universally building homes to our building code standards rather than treating it as a minimum, there is a growing section of the industry that is focused on creating comfortable, energy efficient homes that are healthy for our people and our planet.

The Superhome Movement – started in 2015 by Bob Burnett and Martin Reilly – coincided with New Zealand’s first 10-star Homestar home.

During the years the movement has become a nationwide collective of architects, builders,

engineers, industry professionals and supporters.

With the overarching goal of normalising healthy, low carbon homes, the Superhome Movement is attracting more industry participation and reaching more people every year.

One of their flagship events is the Superhome Tours which aims to educate the public on how our homes in New Zealand should be designed and built to a better and more rigid standard.

The first 10-Star home will be open to view and is set to go on sale during this year’s Superhome Tours August 14-15.

“The whole idea of the winter Superhome Tours is to give the public the opportunity to experience the warmth and quality of a healthy home,” Bob Burnett Architecture director and Superhome Movement founder, Bob Burnett says.

“Most people decide what house they’ll build after visiting a show home. Usually, the only show homes available are [building code minimum] building company show homes, so the Superhome Tours are a unique experience.

“It’s really useful to for people to be able to talk to the owners, designers, builders and others involved in the project.

“People can ask things like the cost of the build, as well

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as questions like, ‘What’s your power bill?’ and ‘Who did you work with?’”

The Superhome Tours have been happening once a year since 2016, with the exception of 2020, which produced virtual tours in response to the constraints of Covid.

The success of the Superhome Tours is evident in the number of visitors. In 2019 the Superhome Tour was held over one weekend which saw around five thousand visitors to nine homes.

Previously, when the tours were held over an entire month, up to ten thousand people visited 10 to 12 homes.

The Superhome Tours this year will take place over one weekend in August on the Saturday the 14th and Sunday the 15th.

As part of the ticket price, attendees will receive a free copy of the new homeowner’s version of the Healthy Home Design Guide which was released late last year and includes valuable information on what truly makes a healthy home.

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Superhome Tours 2021 The Superhome Tours are back on the 14th and 15th of August this year.

When you purchase a ticket to the Superhome Tours, receive a Healthy Home Guide.

Find out more about the tours on: www.superhomes.co.nz.

The ultimate ‘Super Reno’ Most of the homes on the previous tours have been new homes.

Bob Burnett Architecture recognises the enormous importance of renovations because the quality of most New Zealand homes is not up to standard; additionally, not everyone can afford to build a new house.

“More and more people are becoming aware of the importance of having a healthy home, not just making it look pretty,” Bob says.

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Currently, there are two ‘Super Renos’ in Christchurch being renovated to the Superhome Movement’s standards.

One is a substantial family home on Huntsbury Hill by Bob Burnett while the other is a multi-unit dwelling in St Albans by Damien McGill, the driving force behind the Healthy Home Design Guide.

The Huntsbury Super Reno has taken about a year to complete

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and involved a substantial earthquake repair.

The Bob Burnett Architecture designed home was already innovative and built well above building code minimums; however only three and half years after completion it was damaged by the Christchurch earthquakes.

In parallel to the Super Reno, earthquake repairs have also been carried out.

Most people decide what house they’ll build after visiting a show home. Usually, the only show homes available are [building code minimum] building company show homes, so the Superhome Tours are a unique experience.

- Bob Burnett Architecture director and Superhome Movement founder, Bob Burnett

The renovations include external insulation of roof, walls and foundation. The term ‘warm roof’ has extended to warm wall and warm foundations.

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“If you put the insulation on the outside, you can eliminate thermal bridging which means you’re not going to end up with condensation forming on the wrong parts of the wall.”

The existing windows were damaged during the Canterbury Earthquakes, and an opportunity was presented to upgrade the main windows.

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The biggest heat loss in a home is through the windows, and the importance of thermally broken windows cannot be emphasised enough and this was a must for Burnett when replacing his earthquake damaged windows.

To match the existing aluminium windows, warm core windows from Weathershield Windows were used. Normally, Bob Burnett Architecture uses PVC for windows as it is naturally thermally broken because of its nonconductive properties.

The whole idea of the winter Superhome Tours is to give the public the opportunity to experience the warmth and quality of a healthy home.

- Bob Burnett Architecture director and Superhome Movement founder, Bob Burnett

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There are other options to achieve thermally broken windows which are timber windows or thermally broken aluminium windows which require a piece of PVC between the inner and outer frames.

Burnett advises that it is really important to make our homes as airtight as possible by getting rid of any construction gaps and providing continuous insulation.

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Queenstown and the Southern Lakes

Making home ownership in Queenstown affordable loan of $6.35 million from the Government last year, as part of its bid to increase alternative forms of home ownership around the country.

Home ownership in Queenstown is opening to a wider range of prospective buyers due to the Queenstown Lakes Community Housing Trust’s [QLCHT] groundbreaking assisted ownership model, Secure Home.

Three years after signing a contract for 50 of the 78 units in the Toru development at Remarkables Park, Frankton, the project has been completed and QLCHT took possession of its units earlier this year.

The QLCHT is allocating Secure Home units to 25 households from its waiting list, with prices starting from just $200,000 for one-bedroom units.

QLCHT executive officer Julie Scott says average one-bed units are selling for $220,000 and two-bedroom unit prices average $320,000.

“Team these sale prices up with a deposit requirement of just five

A further 15 units are going into public housing, while a handful are being sold on the open market and the balance are being retained as affordable rentals or rent-to-buy units with the Trust. percent for those who qualify for the Government’s First Home Loan, and it makes these units the most affordable method of home ownership in Queenstown at present,” she says.

Households also pay a ground rent of one percent on the “land” value component of the property which averages about $40-$50 per week.

A typical one-bedroom apartment purchaser will end up paying a total of about $200 per week for mortgage repayments,

ground rent and body corporate fees, Julie says.

“Two-hundred dollars per week to own your own home is a nobrainer compared to the same amount to rent a room in a flatting situation.”

On top of this, other outgoings such as electricity and heating are expected to be very low due to the highly insulated design of the building.

The Secure Home units at Toru attracted an interest-free

The first of its kind in New Zealand, Secure Home is a programme where people purchase the properties through a 100-year land lease arrangement, with the Trust retaining ownership of the land in perpetuity.

Established to manage and deliver affordable housing solutions to residents who cannot afford it, QLCHT has several programmes in place to help low-moderate income households including public housing, assisted rental, rent-tobuy, and assisted ownership.

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Ladies Mile masterplan faces public concerns The over 500 submissions received on the draft Te Pūtahi Ladies Mile Masterplan and associated planning rules have now been published on the Queenstown Lakes District Council website.

The feedback indicates that 86 percent of respondents do not support or have concerns regarding the draft Masterplan and Planning rules that have been presented in the recent round of community engagement.

Queenstown Lakes District Council (QLDC) general manager of Planning and Development, Tony Avery, says the project team would be carefully analysing the feedback in full before presenting final Masterplan and Planning rules to the Council for consideration.

“The feedback has clearly shown that many people responding have concerns about what has been proposed.

“The project team now needs to reflect on that and ensure these concerns are balanced alongside

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the original goals and aspirations in undertaking this process.

“Acknowledging that private development may not deliver the best outcomes for a growing community, the project aimed to deliver highly efficient land use, a quality street network, and promote sustainable living, local facilities and sense of place.”

Some of the key themes raised through the feedback include: • Concerns about traffic congestion (including bridge capacity/upgrades, queuing times, and alternative routes west) • Support for improved public and active transport opportunities however this was paired with scepticism as to whether this would improve traffic issues in this area

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• Opposition to proposed high density housing and proposed building heights, while also supporting the need for more housing choice and affordable options • Whether development was appropriate in this location • Support for additional facilities such as schools, community facilities, green open space and commercial services • General support for utilising existing zones with amendments to the rules as required

• General concerns regarding lack of flexibility in a number of key planning rules and the impact that these may have on development outcomes.

“Every piece of feedback received through this process will be carefully considered and be reported to the Councillors, alongside all other contributory factors, as they consider what the next steps will be for this proposal and its impact on our community and the future of development in the Wakatipu Basin.”

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Queenstown roading project approved consenting process - getting people into jobs, supporting the transition to low emissions and boosting local economies,” David says.

An expert consenting panel has approved the Queenstown Arterials Project, which will significantly improve transport links and reduce congestion for locals and visitors in the tourism hotspot.

The COVID-19 Recovery (Fasttrack Consenting) Act 2020 is one of the Government’s levers to boost jobs, speed up infrastructure development and improve environmental outcomes in response to the economic impacts of COVID-19.

Environment Minister David Parker welcomed the approval for the project that will construct, operate and maintain a new urban road around Queenstown’s town centre.

“Traffic congestion has been a long-standing problem for Queenstown, and needs to be addressed as the city continues to grow and tourism recovers post-COVID-19.

“This project will help futureproof the city and contribute to a much safer, more climatefriendly transport network,” he says.

The approval was granted by an expert consenting panel chaired by barrister Heather Ash. It will include cycling and walking connections which will reduce reliance on private vehicles and encourage more low-emissions modes of transport.

“Through the construction phase this project will create jobs and support the local economy, which has been hard-hit by the impact

of the pandemic on international travel,” David says.

Project consultants expect the project to provide 477 direct full time equivalent job and 702 indirect job opportunities during the construction period.

“This project meets the requirements under the fast-track

The decision took 67 working days from the time the application was lodged with the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). That is significantly faster than the time it takes for a similar consent under the Resource Management Act 1991 consenting process.

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Adaptability — the crucial ingredient for Jones Contracting Based in Arrowtown, Jones Contracting Queenstown Ltd covers the whole Wakatipu Basin specialising in house pad dig-outs, driveways, general landscaping work, and so on.

As Queenstown is becoming increasingly builtup and access for large trucks and transporter trailers is getting limited, Jones Contracting has purchased specialised equipment.

Two Posi-Track Skid-Steer loaders with rubber tracks; these all-terrain vehicles are perfect for landscaping, irrigation trenching and lawn preparation. Arriving on the back of a 4x2 tipper truck, there is no access problems and no blocking the road. Also the small truck can cart away fill and rubbish and return with topsoil, sand or gravel.

The very versatile Posi-Tracks have several attachments including the lawn-leveller for preparing topsoil and removing stones so you can throw away your rake and save your back.

You can also get rid of your shovel and get the Posi-Track with trencher attachment to dig irrigation trenches. In addition, there is a post hole auger, so no need to manually dig holes.

Two rubber-wheeled excavators can be driven directly to your site, ready to work.

These diggers are excellent for excavating house pads, garage pads, driveways or spreading

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Topsoil, bark chip and a range of gravels are available either from their yard or delivered to your property.

The staff at Jones Contracting are long-term locals with a good grounding in Queenstown’s unique terrain and can easily deal with special requirements.

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HawkRidge, built by Howe Construction, competed in the New Home $1.5 million to $2 million category for a home in Queenstown in Master Builder’s House of the Year Awards 2020.

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It took home two medals: a Top 100 Home 2020 and a Gold Award 2020.

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Build7 Central Otago

Tips for your first home build The journey of building a new home has many steps. Many of those steps are entirely up to you so here are some tried and tested tips to help you navigate the path ahead.

Designing and building a new home is one of the most exciting and rewarding journeys you can embark on. Stick to the path by following these tips.

Plan ahead The secret to an effective design brief is in the details. Designing a home means that you get to voice your wants, desires and needs.

To do that, be ready to describe what your dream home looks and feels like.

Also, having a grasp on your budget and considering the ongoing costs of maintaining and servicing a new home will make for fewer surprises down the track.

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Clear confusion From start to finish, you should feel that you can rely on your builder and their team to answer your questions and do their best to remedy your concerns.

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When your design adheres to your budget, you’ll have clear vision will give confidence in decision-making.

Build7 construction manager Jamie Cowan says “Make all your decisions before the build starts; it will be a more pleasant journey through the construction phase.

Come prepared with an idea of what you want in your home so we can be proactive.

“With the current delays on products due to the global

shipping industries’ state, we prefer to get everything ordered early to avoid delays.”

To help you gather ideas, Build7 has an online inspiration hub so you can review plans the team has built previously, as well as tour completed homes, and help get inspired for your new build. In addition, Build7 has two inspiration home locations, Cromwell and Lincoln, with others coming soon.

Jamie says, “Communication is key. If anything can make or break a build, it’s the builder’s commitment to all other parties to maintain clear and consistent communication. We work hard to ensure that our clients are informed, empowered and educated about what is taking place at their future home site.”

Stay true to your vision The Build7 team often sees people fall into the trap of ‘keeping up with the Joneses’. This should be avoided as it’s a sure-fire way to undermine the joy of building.

Although there may be things that others have that you’d like for your home, just remember to stay true to yourself and what your home needs to achieve for your family.

Sometimes the pressure to make decisions can build and cloud

your vision. If you’re feeling the pressure, take a moment to clear your thoughts. Hasty decisions are often regretful ones, so commit to what you can, and ‘major’ on the majors; focussing on the important things will keep you grounded.

Be flexible Things don’t always go to plan. It’s a fact of life, and while Build7 does everything to ensure that things go smoothly to finish on time; sometimes things happen. To tell you otherwise would be untrue.

Combined, the team has decades of experience behind it and is ready to tackle any challenge that might come.

Remember, Build7 is there to work with you. Keeping a handle on these tips can make for a world of difference when building.

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Get inspired

Visualising your dream home

There are many choices to be made when building your home.

With that in mind, it’s best to plan as much as you can before beginning the building process.

If it’s challenging for you to visualise what you want in a home, visiting one of Build7’s inspiration hub online or Build7’s physical inspiration homes can help.

Over at the online inspiration hub, website visitors can click and scroll through various topics including kitchens, bathrooms, lounges, and homes ranging in size, layout and site type.

At the inspiration hub you can ‘window shop’ and brainstorm ideas at your home computer or on the go.

For those who prefer to immerse themselves in the idea phase of building and want to touch and feel an inspiration home, you can visit Build7’s two inspiration home locations in Cromwell and Lincoln.

Cromwell Inspiration Home: Located at 18 Arion Court, Pisa Moorings, this inspiration home is open 12-2PM Saturdays and Sundays or by appointment Monday-Friday. However, a home video tour of the Cromwell location is also available 24/7 at www.build7.co.nz.

Whether online or in-person, you’ll see how Build7 incorporates modern touches with timeless features like windows framing surrounding views, built-in shelving and seating, gable roofing and more.

Lincoln / Canterbury Inspiration Home: Located at 29 Craig Thompson Drive, Flemington, Lincoln, this inspiration home is open 12pm -

4pm Saturdays and Sundays and by appointment Monday-Friday.

Outside the Cromwell inspiration home.

Image by Isabella Garland at Isabella Rubie Photography.

A testament to Build7’s motto of never building the same home twice, you’ll appreciate this inspiration home for all that it has to offer.

The content of this article was kindly provided by the team at Build7 Central Otago and adapted to fit the magazine.

Build7 is excited to see other inspiration homes join its Cromwell and Lincoln locations.

Coming soon are: • Build7 Halswell • Build7 Wanaka • Build7 Rangiora.

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If you just wing each interview, the direction, tone and outcome of each conversation can vary wildly, making it more difficult to compare candidates to each other.

The outcome of this can be that, despite spending all that time interviewing people, to a certain extent, you’re still none the wiser.

Then, the chances are, when it comes to deciding who to hire, you’re going to go with your gut, as you won’t reliably be able to compare one answer to another because you didn’t ask each candidate a few standard questions you can compare them by.

So, a little planning can go a long way towards helping you make an informed and considered choice of who to hire, as opposed to just sitting down with each individuals, having a completely random chat, and then hoping you get it right.

Mistake 2

- OVERVALUING EXPERIENCE

It is risky to bet too heavily on how much experience a person has, when there are so many factors that determine whether someone will be successful in the role and a good fit for your organisation.

An applicant’s skills, knowledge, aptitude and personality all factor into the equation.

Because experience is a tangible and measurable component, it is very easy to overvalue it above less easily measurable factors such as intelligence, drive, and other components of raw talent.

Experience accumulates with time in the role and skills can be learned and acquired.

Hiring new employees is not an easy process.

You’ve got to wade through a mountain of applications, weed out the few you’re interested in and then interview all the candidates – all while still running your company.

But if you want your company to grow, you need to hire the right people.

You need people that are not only right for the now but can also help you move the business towards bigger and better things in the future.

This is especially so for smaller businesses and startups because they have fewer employees and a limited income with which to work.

For these companies every single dollar they spend on finding and hiring an employee can affect their longer term success, meaning it’s vital that they avoid making major mistakes while hiring.

But the trouble is that running a small business is hard work and there often simply isn’t the time to commit to a thorough hiring process; and as result, corners get cut.

The good news is that your competitors are probably making these mistakes whilst hiring as well. This means there’s an opportunity for you to seize; to waste less time and money by hiring right so you can get back to running your company.

Mistake 1

- NOT HAVING AN INTERVIEW PLAN

The single biggest hiring mistake small business owners make is winging it or not having an interview plan. At best they’ll have a few questions written down on a piece of paper, but little else.

You need to treat an interview like a deductive science. You’ve sorted through all the resumes and selected the best individuals to be interviewed – but now you need a better way of evaluating their suitability for the role than just having a chat and going with your gut.

You achieve this by having an interview plan.

First – decide what questions are the most important, and ask them to each candidate.

Your next great employee might be someone with limited experience, but who has fantastic aptitude and flexibility.

Placing too much stock on a heavy list of qualifications in your job description, or only considering applicants with x amount of experience and not considering other factors, means you might be turning a blindeye to someone better suited to the role and your company’s culture.

However, this is a double-edged sword and there is a flip side.

If you’re looking to hire someone without any experience in the hope of finding someone cheaper – you might be buying into a false economy.

Ignoring a candidate with what you consider to be necessary experience in the hope of saving a few thousand dollars a year by hiring an unproven person, might not actually save you anything, due to the amount of on-the-job training and potentially decreased productivity the less experienced employee will deliver.

So, as with all aspects of running your business, you need to find a balance.

But it definitely pays to consider more than just the experience a candidate comes with.

You want someone with the potential to grow into the perfect for your company.

Mistake 3

- ASSUMING THE HIRING PROCESS ENDS ONCE THEY’RE HIRED

This is a common mistake many small business owners make.

An employee’s productivity is comprised of 50 percent ability [the reasons you hired them], and 50 percent of what happens once they’re in the workplace.

So conducting a good interview, offering that promising person the job and them saying ‘yes’ is only half the task.

Employees need to be properly induced and introduced to your company, well trained and supported.

It doesn’t matter how impressed you are with someone’s potential – poor training, insufficient access to resources, and little feedback will add up to poor job satisfaction and this will impact their performance.

So recruitment doesn’t stop at the ‘welcome aboard’ handshake – you need to make sure they are introduced, trained and supported every step of the way.

Second – know what answers you’re looking for. Then you can assess each answer objectively and place candidates in pecking order.

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This doesn’t have to be an iron-clad, exactly repeatable process – but it does need to have some consistency to it so you can accurately assess candidates’ answers in relation to each other.

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Fixation Builders An island breakfast bar was also positioned so the homeowners could soak up the spectacular views at meals times and a feature wall with a double-sided fireplace provided space for artwork to showcase the owner’s personality.

Bringing ideas to life The team at Fixation Builders are turning home owners’ dreams into a reality.

Darren and his team’s final result exceeded all of the client’s expectations.

“Everyone’s really proud of the workmanship that they’ve achieved and I think everyone’s pretty stoked that the clients are really happy with it as well.

Specialising in new builds and renovations in the south, the company has a significant amount of experience renovating homes in Queenstown.

Their latest renovation on Stewart St in Frankton was a bach turned into a modern new home.

“It was a 1960s old Queenstown bach originally and basically, we gave it a facelift; so we gave it a cassette facelift and we gave it an extension, about a 60 square metre extension,” Fixation Builders owner Darren Robinson says.

“We reclad the whole place in Resene rockcote plaster and

“It’s always a good sign when you’ve got the clients bringing you baking at the end of the job, especially when things have gone slightly over budget or maybe taken a bit longer that you might have thought at the start.

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Everyone’s really proud of the workmanship that they’ve achieved and I think everyone’s pretty stoked that the clients are really happy with it as well.

- Fixation Builders owner Darren Robinson

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also some seeder as well around the pick.

“We also replaced all the windows with double glazed windows and we put a new kitchen inside and a couple of fully tiled bathrooms as well,” Darren says.

“We tend to set the expectations at the start so there’s not any surprises during the project and so the client knows what they’re in for at the start.”

From conception to completion the whole project took nine months and was one of the bigger renovations the company had managed.

The next few months were set to be busy for the team at Fixation Builders with several new builds, one in Jack’s Point and another on Queenstown Hill.

“We’re also doing another renovation on Kelvin Heights, a renovation up at Alpine Retreat, and we’ve just finished a development up in Fernhill which was two 250 square metre homes on the same section on a steep site.”

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“We like to keep an open line of communication throughout your project. When you build with us you will get a login to our online project management software. From here you can access real time progress of your build, keep track of budgets, look at photos and our up-to-date time lapse video of your build.”

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We tend to set the expectations at the start so there’s not any surprises during the project and so the client knows what they’re in for at the start.Fixation Builders owner Darren Robinson

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