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Accessible Bespoke jeweler returns to city centre architectural One of Christchurch’s oldest jewellery retailers has changed locations back to the central city and is thoroughly enjoying the vibrancy and diversity of it's location. Kennett Crafted Jewels is a family-owned jewellery and watchmaking business, which started in High Street, Christchurch, with over 135 years’ experience spanning four generations. From 1880 to the present, Kennett Crafted Jewels has come to be a leading retailer of engagement and wedding rings, diamond and precious stone jewellery, and watches. “We have stayed in business because we adapted to the times and changes around us,” says owner Anne Kennett. “We have always sold both jewellery and timepieces, but a decrease in watch sales

worldwide has now seen jewellery, specifically engagement and wedding rings, become the mainstay of our business. “We specialise in bespoke designs for our customers and as a family business, our customers know they can trust us for excellent quality and service,” she says. The new Kennett Crafted Jewels store is at 175 High Street, one block away from their pre-earthquake site. “The time to move back into town felt right and we now have the perfect store and location.” The business is now managed by Anne Kennett. She is supported by Neroli Fornasier, whose complementary skills to the business are essential to the customer’s experience. Kennett Crafted Jewels invites you to visit them in their contemporary store or contact them online. Duty free purchases (GST excluded purchases) are available when departing Christchurch and Auckland (conditions apply). CT Kennett Crafted Jewels Billens House 175 High Street Christchurch (03) 366 1232 craftedjewels@kennett.net.nz www.kennett.net.nz — Advertising Feature

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Threefold Architecture aims to break the mould when it comes to residential and commercial design. As co-director Bryce Monk says, architecture has a somewhat elitist reputation that can be off-putting for many people, so Threefold Architecture hopes to shatter that image. “We want to be accessible and let people know that a bespoke design for their home is possible for anyone, not just those on big budgets.” This relaxed, approachable style extends to the workplace culture. Threefold Architecture has an office space that is pleasant for staff and welcoming for clients. “We don’t want to be seen as stuffy,” Bryce says. “We’ve got a cool office space where people feel at ease, and we have our team meetings around a ping pong table to really get away from that traditional image that people often have of an architecture firm.” Bryce says Threefold Architecture creates unique homes that make the most of the budget available so the houses are not only individual, but are also good value for money. “I often say to people, why go to a group building company where you’ll get a house out of a book that’s had some minor adjustments, when you can have a bespoke home that will potentially sell for well above your investment.” He says that some of the work they are most proud has been on smaller homes, such as a 70sqm home they recently completed in Christchurch. “Internally this house appears much more spacious than you would expect. It was a case of making the most of the space, coming up with new ideas and new solutions and creating a home that is unique.” The design company also works on larger projects, such as the $1.8 million home they recently completed in Central Otago, which Bryce modestly describes as a nice home. Commercial designs and fit-outs are another core area at Threefold Architecture. A recent project they’ve completed was for Streamliners, the technical communication company. The company was expanding and wanted a work area that allowed for quiet spaces, along with areas for conference calls and meetings. Threefold Architecture met these requirements and crafted an office area with modern, industrial styling that reflected the company’s business and its culture.

They’ve also designed numerous homes in Wanaka, particularly in some of the new subdivisions. Bryce says the success of the homes they have designed has led to developers promoting Threefold Architecture as their preferred designer. “The developer can see that Threefold has a proven record. They have selected us to design homes to be built on sections in their subdivisions because they are guaranteed to provide a successful aspect and create an attractive frontage to the subdivisions.” Threefold Architecture’s homes built in Christchurch have been honoured with Master Built National Gold Awards. Bryce says the company has been proud to work with contractors who have been able to turn the designer’s plans into reality and build beautiful homes that impressed the judges. The Threefold team works with clients and builders throughout New Zealand and Bryce says they have built some strong contacts with talented and professional builders. While residential design and commercial design are their core business, Threefold Architecture also undertakes industrial and interior design projects. “The design phase is critical to the success of a project,” Bryce says. “With the combined expertise of a team of five, including co-director Daniel Webb, we can provide focused, quality time at this stage, which ensures a better outcome for the client.” CT Threefold Architecture Ltd 366a Tuam Street Christchurch 021 100 7185 027 425 0644 daniel@threefoldarchitecture.co.nz bryce@threefoldarchitecture.co.nz www.threefoldarchitecture.co.nz — Advertising Feature

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