Enjoying the outside inside

  Contemporary living often includes an “outdoor” kitchen, even a fireplace and a lounging area, all under cover and sheltered from the elements. Temperate weather doesn’t mean staying indoors. If you plan it right you can stay warm, cosy and dry in a purpose-built outdoor room. Here are some of Metropol’s tips for the essentials… […]

Alarmingly cool coastal spot: Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation

A fire station is not the first place one would think to stay while on holiday. However, with the Hokitika Fire Station Boutique Accommodation, Hokitika heritage is combined with a distinctly modern flair.     Originally built in 1866, the Hokitika Fire Station has stood the test of time, even being burned down and rebuilt […]