AWARD WINNING JOINERY

“We support distinction in all facets of the building and construction, and the awards processes defi nitely help to drive innovation and continually improve quality,” says director Mark Allworthy. “We would like to congratulate everyone who received an award in the House of the Year competition.”

Bates Joinery was involved with several of the big winners. “We are honoured to have worked with National and Regional Supreme House of the Year Award Winner, Clive Barrington, and proud to have worked with great National Award winners Home Trends Builders and Avenue Architectural Builders, among others,” says Mark.

Examples of the kind of joinery that contributes to award winning homes can be found in Bates’ inhouse showroom, which is available to visit by appointment. “Darker kitchens are the current trend, plus there is a defi nite move to wood grains. Our two large New Zealand panel manufacturers have created some beautiful textured wood grain fi nishes, and we are seeing superb contemporary results combining matt black with timber.”

Leaders in domestic and commercial plumbing and drainage solutions. We specialise in bathroom renovations, new housing, drain inspections, hot water cylinders and gas conversions. Make sure you think Maxwell when you think plumbing.

The Bates team work alongside national kitchen and bathroom award winning designers, who provide ideas and concepts. Explore your new kitchen with a winning team.

Deceuninck uPVC Windows and doors are incredibly safe and secure, providing outstanding performance and durability. They incorporate multi-point locking systems providing a high level of security for your home.

Ben Ryder

Summer has always been a good time to go to market with real estate and with properties reaching record highs over recent years, anyone considering a move should take advantage of the prime summertime market.

Ben Ryder, founder and principal of Christchurch Real Estate Ltd, has spent more than 25 years in the local industry. He draws on his unrivalled experience and knowledge in assessing current market trends. “It is an unusual market, with the pandemic and now with the spread of Omicron. The reserve bank rates, and new mortgage restrictions, are infl uencing the market and in particular for fi rst home buyers. The debt ratio to income hasn’t yet been confi rmed, but is being considered by banks and lending institutions,” Ben says. All these factors mean it is vital that people seek sound advice before signing any contracts.

Ben and his team are committed to providing outstanding personal service to ensure superior results. The friendly, family-owned boutique style real estate agency specialises in residential and rural sales, investment property, commercial property, new developments, appraisals and property management across the Canterbury region, and beyond.

The team takes pride in listening to their clients, providing advice and answering questions specifi c to their needs and requirements. As Ben says, “We listen, and with our traditional values of honesty, trust, and integrity we work alongside clients to achieve their goals.”

For property advice call 03 423 1908, email info@chchrealestate.co.nz or visit the website.

Considering a new project? With Stealth Construction, director Curtis Bush will be there with you every step of the way. From concept plans to handover, rest assured your project is built and managed by Curtis himself, and his experienced team.

M: 0274 357 101 DDI: 03 281 7920 OFFICE: 03 423 1908 E: rentals@chchrealestate.co.nz

Faye Lind

Superior quality Fibreglass Pools Pool accessories, surrounds, fencing etc also available