Established in 1913, Swanndri is an iconic New Zealand brand offering a wide variety of garment styles for men and women including pure wool, merino and oilskin outerwear, merino mid layers and the new windproof technical knitwear line. The traditional garment range has also been expanded to incorporate leather work boots, accessories and blankets.
Today, the Swanndri brand is owned by Longbeach Holdings, a Christchurch-based manufacturing firm with offices in Auckland, Sydney, Melbourne and Shanghai.
The property is situated on the corner of Clarence St and Whiteleigh Avenue. The site enjoys a high profile, with Whiteleigh Avenue forming part of a significant transport route linking the northern and southern suburbs of the city. The premise is a modern structure that incorporates architectural features employing the use of glass, including an extensive double -glazed facade around the main entry, showroom and reception area
