| 77 T T Kim Newth Passion for good design in North Canty Currently nearing completion on site and going to market is a multi-unit development designed by Jade Architecture on Aldwins Road in Christchurch. Each two-storey, two-bedroom unit (87sqm) has an upstairs bathroom and a separate toilet downstairs. Jade Architecture ARCHITECTURE Combining architectural design flair with technical building know-how, North Canterbury’s Jade Architecture is uniquely well-equipped to service a wide range of project requirements across the Canterbury region. Director Jade Kemp offers a broad skillset, reflecting her dual professional background in building surveying and architectural design. After completing a Certificate in Interior Design (2009) and a Bachelor of Architectural Studies (2012) in Christchurch, she initially worked in kitchen design before taking up a junior architectural design role with a small North Canterbury practice. From there, she moved up to Intermediate Designer, a varied role that included residential renovations and new builds, as well as light industrial and commercial fit-outs. Through the years, she has gained Design 1 and 2 LBP qualifications and, in 2018, became a Registered Building Surveyor leading to considerable experience in this specialist field, including complex weathertightness remediation design. Since launching Jade Architecture in 2016, Jade has become well-established in the Canterbury market with a reputation for good design based on the needs of building users. By staying involved throughout the whole design and build on larger, more complex projects, Jade ensures everything runs smoothly for the client. Her collaborative design approach has forged solid and reliable working relationships with local builders, sub-trades and suppliers. Jade is strongly committed to sustainable home design that supports healthier, warmer, drier, and more comfortable living. Having already trained as a Homestar Practitioner and Assessor with the NZ Green Building Council, she is also aiming to qualify as a Homestar Designer this year. Currently nearing completion on site and going to market is a multi-unit development designed by Jade Architecture on Aldwins Road in Christchurch. With a modern gabled look, this attractive development includes offstreet parking, bike sheds and native planting. Each two-storey, two-bedroom unit (87sqm) has an upstairs bathroom and a separate toilet downstairs. “It has changed hands since I originally designed it, with the current developer wanting to achieve a Homestar 6 rating, which will ensure the units will be easier to keep warm and healthy, and will be more cost effective to run than a home built to the New Zealand “I’ve really enjoyed working on this one and would love to do more multi-unit projects.” Building Code. “I’ve really enjoyed working on this one and would love to do more multi-unit projects. I also have a couple of duplexes on my books starting on site this year, in Lincoln and in Marshland.” As well, Jade Architecture is very active in the local home renovations market. A recent Christchurch project involved extending an existing dwelling, by adding an ensuite, rearranging the main bedroom, extending the living area and updating other existing rooms. “I’m finding that a lot of people are wanting more space, including a larger master bedroom with walk-in wardrobe and ensuite, as well as more open plan living. I do a lot of bathroom design for clients too. “This year I’m also looking forward to continuing my design work with Accessible Properties, a community housing provider that’s part of the IHC Group.” Jade Architecture is equipped for both commercial and residential design. Currently coming to completion at Ravenswood is a new vet clinic, designed by Jade, with modern surgery rooms, isolation and grieving rooms, kennels and a cattery for overnight observations, and other specialist spaces. T&G BUILDING SERVICES TOM WILSON M: 027 749 7575 E: tom@tgbuild.co.nz GEORGE RUSSELL M: 022 406 3678 E: george@tgbuild.co.nz ALL BUILDING SERVICES NEW BUILDS - RENOVATIONS - DECKS BATHROOMS
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