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HOUSE AND LEISURE x LAST WORD Scan the QR code to the right to access the competition page online. *Stand a chance to win a two-night stay for two at Last Word Madikwe, the Beyond Boutique Hotel's luxury safari camp. Set within the Madikwe Game Reserve, the lodge offers guests uninterrupted views over the local waterhole directly from the lodge. With game drives twice daily, you will have the opportunity to fully explore the reserve, while tracking elephants, buffalos, lions, cheetahs and rhinos – as well as abundant birdlife– while taking in the beautiful landscapes beyond. The prize includes: Two night's accommodation for two people sharing, including all game drives, meals and selected drinks. To enter: Follow Last Word on Instagram and scan the QR code above to enter online.…

MOOD / journal LOOK / journal Zanele Kumalo: Contributing art editor Copenhagen x curation What better way is there to understand a city's culture than through the objects and concepts that its countrymen create? Copenhagen shared with me a huge spirit of collaboration and the highest level of curation on a recent visit to participate in the Enter Art Fair. It seemed to burst at the seams with expression through 'craft' and subverting the past. Tableau, one of my favourite finds in the city, describes itself as a 'multidisciplinary studio and concept store focusing on curating and selling art, floral installations, spatial and product design'. It truly is a phantasmagoria of elevated objects, which included a telepathic vase by Dutch artist Willem van Hooff called 'Waiting For Ideas', and a chair…

LOOK / style PICHULIK Cape Town-based jewellery brand Pichulik is synonymous with unique pieces inspired by age-old traditions and ancient cultures. Using found and exotic stones and materials, the brand is a celebration of womanhood, featuring sculptural forms, symbolism and mythology in its designs. Of the brand's latest collection, OUSIA, Creative Director Katherine Pichulik says, 'Each collection is about invoking a mood. The OUSIA collection is about a stripped-away, essential nature, unbridled and without pretension, for women with beautiful souls connected to themselves and nature.' @pichulikafrica Daisie Jo Hailing from the beautiful Karoo, Daisie Jo is a brand where handmade, slow fashion is at the core of the business. With a strong focus on creating new opportunities for skills training and employment, the team cherishes craft that is passed down…

It's a conversation that starts with catching up on the five years since our first encounter at the Sanlam Handmade Contemporary Fair in South Africa. It is also a milestone decade since they founded LRNCE, a lifestyle brand that creates one-of-a-kind pieces using local materials that honour the essence of Moroccan craftsmanship. A lot has changed, but my admiration of Belgian artist and designer Laurence Leenaert and her husband Ayoub Boualam remains the same. Rosemary, their recently opened riad in Marrakech, is the start of a new chapter and the main subject under discussion. The riad beautifully weaves together past and present in the most considered way. The very first piece you meet upon arrival is a work of art – an intricately carved door, which sets the stage for…

Slim Aarons: The Essential Collection by Shawn Waldron and Slim Aarons (Abrams)* Having spent a large portion of his career capturing the glamour of the world's elite, New York-born photographer Slim Aarons' work has been scrupulously compiled in this coffee table volume. With contributions from the late Aarons' assistant and writer, Laura Hawk, and Vanity Fair contributing editor Nick Foulkes, new insights into this influencial photographer's life are revealed, and the importance of his work in our modern-day culture is explained. How to be Italian by Maria Pasquale (Rizzoli) Essentially a guide to living the 'good life', award-winning food and travel journalist Maria Pasquale's second book is a celebration of all things Italian. From Aperols and artichokes to cannolis and conchiglie, this education in eating, drinking and travelling around the…

LIVE / france you,ve left the crazy energy of the innercity behind outside, only to descend down to another type of magic energy awaiting you inside… My love affair with Marseilles started a few years back. “Why Marseilles?” you're probably wondering. It's not the easiest city to connect with, sure, and is often described as quite rough around the edges, especially when compared to its fancy French Riviera neighbours Cannes and Nice. I often describe it as the Naples of France; or a city of contrasts – you either love it or hate it. Mine was love. The city gave me a gut-punch when I first arrived, but it soon had me falling head over heels. And not just for the city, if you know what I mean – in…

The sun makes its dramatic exit into the ocean, turning the landscape golden and setting the tangerine buildings ablaze. As we dipped into the valley and zoomed down the palm-lined path on the 36 000-acre property, I had all but forgotten I was by the sea. Save for the crashing sound of the waves in the background. When I passed the crocodiles sunning themselves on the banks of the lagoon and the zebras munching grass on an open plain, I had forgotten I was in Mexico altogether. It was only when I arrived on the clifftop and saw the waves thundering onto the tawny beach below that I was reminded I was on Mexico's Pacific Coast. Set on a slice of virgin coast in Jalisco, Cuixmala is both a seaside…

LIVE / italy Each day, the sea and sky paint themselves in different hues, resembling a living masterpiece. I had barely stolen two hours of sleep before embarking on this journey to the remote island of Alicudi. My adventure begins with a flight to Palermo, Sicily. It's early June and the weather seems to be on my side, promising smooth sailing to the island via one of the daily ferries. I've heard tales of travellers being marooned due to harsh weather, and I hope fortune favours me today. About a year ago, I first laid eyes on images of Fabrizio's home. The moment I saw that house in pictures, I felt a pull deep within me. Commitments held me back, but I resolved to make this journey happen. Here I…

DIGEST / art October is when Cape Town's weather finally turns and few things make it worth leaving once our sweet summer has arrived. But Design Miami/Paris's debut is certainly one of them. My voyage is très facile thanks to the overnight Air France flight, and light linen and espadrilles are quickly swapped for warm cashmere. As painful as the two-hour drive into the city is, with ominous clouds and a slight drizzle, I can't help but smile as we turn onto Place de la Concorde and I get my first glimpse of the Iron Lady herself – as magical as always. While it may be my 100th time in Paris, it's my first time at Paris + par Art Basel (formerly known as Fiac, the leading French contemporary art…

Scan the QR code to the right to access the competition page online. *Stand a chance to win a two-night stay for two at the recently opened Kokos Huis. Nestled in the quaint town of Riebeek-Kasteel, this sixbedroom manor house offers guests a quiet retreat in thoughtfully designed and curated rooms. With every detail taken into consideration, the friendly team at Kokos Huis offer a hearty breakfast, a yoga mat and a complimentary bottle of wine in each room upon arrival. The prize includes: Two night's accommodation for two people sharing, including breakfast. To enter: Follow Kokos Huis on Instagram and scan the QR code above to enter online. Terms and conditions: The prize is valid from 29 February 2024 to 30 October 2024 and excludes the festive season, Easter…

'If you've set foot in a Perfect Hideaway, you'll know it, instantly, and what sets it apart from any other. I call it a feeling.' – Charl Francois Edwards (Editor-in-Chief, House and Leisure) Stand a chance to win one of five copies of Perfect Hideaways in South Africa: Book 3, the third and latest release from South Africa's premium portfolio for holiday stays. With over 300 properties on offer, Perfect Hideaways has ventured beyond our borders with properties in Africa, Europe and beyond available for rental too. Each chosen for their location, design and interiors, the team behind Perfect Hideaways finds the most amazing stays, some of which are showcased in this beautiful coffee table book. The prize includes: A copy of the recently released Perfect Hideaways in South Africa: Book…

LOOK / palette Well-known South African photographer and frequent House and Leisure collaborator Michael Oliver Love spent time at the sundrenched Palm Heights Hotel on Grand Cayman's famed Seven Mile Beach where he captured a glimpse into the glamour and allure of this highly Instagrammable stay. 'Wherever I shoot, I try to create something that feels like a breath of fresh air. Clean lines, open space, room to breathe,' says Michael, who is drawn to curves, the shape of the human body and its freedom of movement – creating images that capture a lust for life and fleeting moments in time.…

LOOK / spaces Lemon in Amsterdam, Netherlands South African design brand Lemon recently launched a showroom in Amsterdam, introducing Europe to its collections of decorative and foundational pieces. Says designer and Lemon co-founder Kevin Frankental: 'The Amsterdam showroom opening felt like a natural progression as we had found our niche in the luxury residential furniture space and wanted to take Lemon international to showcase South African talent in Europe and beyond.' Lemon's visual approach draws on cues from history, film and art. The resulting furniture and objects, such as the La Plume chair (above), Kent loveseat (opposite) and the Various Positions nightstand (left), are handmade by master craftsmen and exist comfortably in a contemporary milieu. Displaying these pieces in the correct context was essential for European clients to understand the…

'The Fagans' interior, with its timeless modernity, perfectly complemented my ceramics' earthy character and studied colour touches, celebrating the balance between the modern and the organic,' shares Jade. Fitting in so effortlessly among the Fagans' possessions, these bold ceramics bridge the aesthetics of a 70s holiday home along the South African coast (complete with the hearth's smoke marks, a now-retro stereo and the quintessentially homely pot of Vicks on the bedside table) and slot into a category that is undoubtedly contemporary. Is this déjà vu? 'Every object in the Fagans' home appears carefully curated, echoing stories and purpose. Similarly, I've always intended for my pieces to carry memories, adding value and pleasure to everyday use. As people engage with them, I hope a sense of pleasure emanates from these functional…

LOOK /travel For me, there's a touch of childhood fantasy in driving trucks and vans. It carries a hint of nostalgia and is just pure fun, being so distinct from a regular car. It undeniably encourages a more leisurely pace, which, given the fast-paced era we live in, is quite refreshing. The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter's oversized front windscreen offers an expansive view of the passing scenery, allowing you to truly soak it all in. Add to that the convenience of having all the essential features within arm's reach, and it's truly delightful. The van is also equipped with a shower, stove, bed, dining table, air-conditioning, a 3kW solar system, and, most importantly, a projector for watching Netflix in bed, which truly makes it a fantastic experience. One afternoon in the Cederberg,…

LIVE / india As you sip your imported Italian liquor, breathe in the garlands of fragrant mogra flowers,you start to slip out of your worries. I left Jaipur on 17 March 2020. It was the eve of an enormous shift in South Africa and India as the pandemic was intensifying. Before that life-altering afternoon when I hastily packed a suitcase and rushed through goodbyes, I had been a sporadic member of Jaipur's eccentric and often flamboyant creative community. Novels could be written about the collection of characters settled in Jaipur – attracted by crafts and kindred spirits – as well as the local guardians of vibrant textile and jewellery histories or Rajasthani heritage. The heady mix is glamorous, heaped with mystery and, above all, extremely un-boring. Although the Pink City…

LIVE / tanzania A river gently flowing in contrast with the deep rumbling of hooves inching closer and closer every day. I've always described Singita as a long sigh of relief from the outside world. And never has that feeling felt truer for me than when I found myself at Singita Mara River Tented Camp for six uninterrupted days. I was invited to photograph the intimate, off-the-grid camp after it had received one of the boldest and most exciting redesigns in Singita's history. These opportunities rarely come along, so this invitation to live and breathe the space while exploring unique creative opportunities as light and energy changed throughout each day was like being an artist in residence. Singita Mara River Tented Camp lies along the Mara River in the Lamai…

DIGEST / architecture Beginnings often hold the clue to everything that follows, and walking into Casa Luis Barragán in Mexico City is exactly that. Standing on the black volcanic stone threshold, I know something very profound is about to happen. The moment I step into the signature pink vestibule, a gentle grin takes possession of my face and doesn't leave for the next 60 minutes while I float through this mystical dwelling. I have the sense that I've walked into an architectural poem with mythical roots, a powerful composite creation of all the things I spend my life seeking – serenity, joy and solitude. The doorways are all a little too low, gently urging you to bow your head in reverence before entering expansive spaces where the air feels a…

DIGEST / food I'm hot-footing it down the edgy streets of Peckham because I let my curiosity get the better of me. When in London, I don't go out of my way to seek out South African restaurants. Why would the best Mzansi flavours be found outside SA? Until Kudu, that is. This popular South African-inspired restaurant offers upmarket sharing-style dining at the hands of husbandand-wife duo Amy Corbin and Patrick (Paddy) Williams. Their focus is on using high-quality, seasonal ingredients and serving modern interpretations of South African classics. I recently visited Ikoyi in central London, whose spice-based menu with a focus on West African flavours has earned its owners Jeremy Chan and Iré Hassan-Odukale two Michelin stars, a ranking on World's 50 Best list and a loyal following. While…

DIGEST / travel I felt compelled to visit Vietnam's Ha Long Bay with my first glimpse of its dreamlike water landscape – thousands of incredible towering, jagged islands topped with tropical rainforests jutting up from a spectacular emerald green sea. Getting there, I discover, is part of the experience and involves a few modes of transport, including a seaplane and a small boat tender before we reach the larger boat, a traditional Chinese-style junk, complete with soaring sails. Each part of the journey has a unique soundtrack: the seaplane is extremely noisy, especially during take-off and landing. It's like a dozen Harley-Davidsons revving up right beside you. Thankfully, they provide earplugs. I rather enjoy it; it feels authentic and exciting, evocative of the golden age of flying portrayed in old…

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With a collection of boutique stays around South Africa that take you from the winelands to the city and a seaside retreat, this latest addition to Last Word's offering means you can now enjoy a safari sanctuary too. Renowned for their warm hospitality and 'beyond boutique' havens, Last Word offers stays in the most beautiful areas that South Africa has to offer. Situated in the Madikwe Game Reserve, Last Word Madikwe offers guests the opportunity to enjoy uninterrupted waterhole sightings just metres away from the comfort of the lodge, while twice-daily game drives will ensure that there is ample time to track the large herds of animals found in the reserve, too. You'll see elephants, buffalo, lions, cheetahs and rhinos, and there is also an abundance of birdlife to enjoy.…

MOOD / editor 's note I usually write my editor's note at the eleventh hour, just in time for our print deadline, with the emphasis on just. I always have high hopes of doing it in advance, but something about that just doesn't sit right with me. I need to see the whole issue printed and in front of me up on our studio wall or in our dummy book (my Anna Wintour moment), to stand back, assess and have a proper overview of the issue, before I put pen to paper. It's in these last few seconds that it all comes together, and my fingers know what to type. It feels more authentic and in the moment. A last touch. And so, again, a few minutes before we go…

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LOOK / art Joseph Awuah Darko Nirox, Johannesburg 'The primary effect of changing location is definitely in the mind. It all begins there and influences my ability to channel my emotions and thoughts surrounding my artistic practice. This is enhanced by being in a recluse in a natural haven beyond the usual resources that enable me to work. I'm an artist-curator and a cultural producer – basically a contemporary poet. I largely find myself living and working in cosmopolitan cities like London or Accra, so my decision to participate in the seven-week residency at the Nirox Foundation in South Africa was prompted by a number of things. The studio sits in a sprawling nature reserve near the Cradle of Humankind, which allows one to work in solitude surrounded by natural…

LOOK / drinks If you didn't make it to Italy this year (although it seemed like almost everyone did!), Club Kloof on Cape Town's hit strip is the next best thing. Situated in a heritage building with panoramic views of Table Mountain from the front verandah, and a hidden sunshine-yellow bar in a courtyard at the back, it's the latest gathering place among the city's cool set. Owners Michael Carter and Shayne Schutte took decor inspiration from English designer David Hicks' bold use of colour to create a lobster-hued dining room with banquette-style seating and mouldings that channels Italian cafés of the fifties and sixties, while the striped yellow awnings in the outside courtyard add a touch of the Amalficoast. Shayne describes the menu as 'Italian-ish'. 'We both love being…

HOUSE AND LEISURE X STEYN CITY Whether you're enjoying a nature walk or relaxing outdoors, this city parkland has something for everyone Steyn City, Johannesburg's most coveted residential address, offers something for everyone. City Centre, Steyn City's flagship urban apartment development, offers a variety of shops for those longing for retail therapy, an art gallery – The Gallery at Steyn City – Seattle Coffee Co., and a host of restaurants including the Mediterranean-inspired Café del Sol Steyn City and Paul's Homemade Ice Cream. The Steyn City lagoon turns every day into a holiday; residents can enjoy lazy summer days lounging in the sun or taking a splash in the refreshing water. For the more active, a paddle on SUP boards and pedaloes or a game on the Padel courts will…

LIVE / mauritius On an island famous for the vibrant spirit of its people, who would opt for beige? Come to Mauritius, they said. It will be tranquil, they said. You'll be immersed in the calming colours of buff, fawn, sand, taupe and putty, with the odd flash of turquoise and island green in the distance, they said. You'll languish peacefully in a design haven that's harmonious, classic, neutral and safe, they said. You'll die of design boredom, I thought. But then they dropped me off at Salt of Palmar, a boutique hotel on Mauritius's east coast and I quickly realised they'd lied … and I couldn't have been happier. On an island famous for the vibrant spirit of its people, the pop of azure against sun-bleached sand, the palmy-fronded…

LIVE / morocco The riads of the medina are as inspiring as they are serene With unique pieces discerningly acquired and custom-created over time, Julia Rodriguez and Mauro Martinez have built a tranquil oasis in the middle of Marrakech, a cool retreat from the heat and chaos of the medina. Marrakech is, in a word, intense. A city of extremes, and few in-betweens. The medina – the ancient walled enclave that exists largely unchanged over centuries and surrounded by the rest of the city– is where you feel this intensity and contrast most. The sensory overload you'll find here can at times be overwhelming, prompting a need for spaces that offer respite and moments of pause. The riads of the medina – traditional homes built around a central courtyard garden,…

LIVE / south africa …the most generous atmosphere, as you step into this sunkissed terracotta, palm-tree paradise… 'I think we took a wrong turn and now it looks like we're driving backwards,' my best friend Jess says with a puzzled look on her face, squinting at Maps, as we wind our way through the winelands, the Swartberg mountain range like a blue chiaroscuro curtain drawn before the show begins. Having not seen her for two years while she's been abroad, our drive to Riebeek-Kasteel was riddled with stories that resulted in steering-wheel-slapping shrieks of delight, and evidently distracted navigation. Seeing our home country through her fresh eyes, with renewed appreciation for it echoes in her words, 'The Netherlands could never handle these mountains'. It's no surprise that farmers established themselves…

For the past 30 minutes I've been dragging my roller-luggage, making my way down Istiklal Avenue, a commercially lined, bustling, pedestrianised street, filled with locals frantically vying for space to move on their way to work, as the city awakens from another busy night. Within minutes, I find myself across from a green oasis of calm amid the chaos of Istanbul. Kaleidoscopic light beams filter through the green, lush gardens around me and transport me into another world. I am back *. But first I pause, enjoying a customary Turkish coffee in the lobby, watching the resident neighbourhood cat napping on one of the many designer books on display. She stirs, awakens, and leads me down the spiral staircase, past a door labelled 'The Hollings Room for International Dialogue'. 'Reserved…

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