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  • 176: The Enemies of Ugly

    176: The Enemies of Ugly

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    Matthew Cutler-Welsh
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    Arrow Timber Framing are self-proclaimed ‘enemies of ugly” and their portfolio of beautiful hybrid timber-framed buildings is a testament to that philosophy. May 2020 Update: Check out the Arrow Timber newsletter here. Bert Sarkinnen has been building homes since he was 16, firstly alongside his Father who was also his teacher and mentor. Along the…

  • Prefab Houses with Pamela Bell

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    Matthew Cutler-Welsh
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    Prefab houses have so much to offer. So why are we not doing more of it here in New Zealand, right now? This week, I spoke with CEO of PrefabNZ, Pamela Bell to discuss this very issue. The Name Prefab For many New Zealanders, the reason why there’s resistance to prefab is in the name. More…