Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2015 i SA Garden and Home

I recently read an interview with an LA-based interior designer who said: “A mix of old and new gives a space soul.” And not just soul, in my opinion, but personality and character too – I’ve always loved the excitement of the unexpected when, for instance, an old table is paired with striking modern chairs or a classic sofa flanked by contemporary side tables and the latest lamps. We might all have the same basics (hands up if you also have a beige or grey sofa) but it’s the collectables, the accessories, the pieces of furniture you’ve inherited or fallen in love with that differentiate your home from a showroom. And the good news is that there’s no right or wrong way to incorporate them – embrace your style and…

Do you have formal training? No, I started out as an analytical chemist. My only art studies were at school. After that, I received much guidance and learning in the studio of fellow artist Hannes du Plessis. Who or what inspires you? Dutch artists from the 17th century, particularly Vermeer. Every time I visit my children in London, I make a pilgrimage to the British Museum and spend days soaking in the Dutch School galleries. I’m also inspired by our South African landscape, particularly the Karoo. I love the quietness and bigness and the stories that lie hidden among the relics and remnants of a life that is disappearing. Discuss your artistic style. Technically it’s called realism or hyperrealism. The Dutch School was known for portraying daily life in a…

A few geometric markings can add a sense of style and sophistication to any room – it’s enough to lift your mood. Playful elements like these are easy to do, just choose a colour that enhances the furnishings. In this living room the wall was painted with Plascon Cashmere tinted to a soft light grey called Off Shore. The geometric blocks were also painted in Cashmere tinted to Saphire blue. STYLISH MATT FINISH Plascon Cashmere has a plush matt finish with Triple Action Bead Technology™ that hides imperfections on your interior walls. It also comes with a 15-year product quality guarantee. SUBMIT AND WIN Show us a photo of a room that needs a little love and it could be featured on our website. You could be chosen to receive…

Who lives here Denise and Ray McCallum, who run their own company. The house A newly built three-bedroom, three-bathroom single-storey house with an open-plan dining and living area plus kitchen. Having built over 16 houses, Denise and Ray McCallum are experts in creating dream homes. However, this doesn’t mean that any project is less nerve wracking than the last, especially when your home-to-be is in an entirely new city. “We had been contemplating moving to the Cape for some time and, having lived on golf courses for many years, decided to look for an estate that offered something else. We had heard and read about Val de Vie Estate in the Franschhoek Valley, visited the area and decided this was it! It took three years to eventually get all our…

1 A perfect example of mixing old and new, this traditional sideboard was given an up to date pastel paint finish and now displays a collection of contemporary art and accessories casually propped against the wall. Note how the trendy charcoal wall makes the arrangement pop. 2 “These chairs were my first real furniture buys. They’re timeless classics and 20 years later I still love them,” says interior designer Tanja Beyers, of Profurn Contracts, who regularly updates them with on-trend fabrics like this ikat from Mavromac. “If they were covered in a more traditional fabric they wouldn’t look nearly as interesting,” she explains. 3 The modern art and furniture clash beautifully with the traditional features of this century-old Durban home. Strangely enough, the obvious contrast emphasises the characteristics of both.…

“MY KITCHEN LOOKED dated and it was closed off from the rest of the house. Since the birth of our son, we’ve realised how important open-plan living is. I wanted an uncluttered, open kitchen visually connected to the living areas, so I’d be able to keep an eye on my son while busy in the kitchen,” says Linda Theunissen. HOW THIS SPACE WENT FROM DRAB TO FAB “We began by knocking down the wall between the kitchen and living room to make the kitchen more spacious. To unify the two areas we extended the laminate flooring from the living area through to the kitchen and the scullery,” says Linda. As the cabinet carcasses were still in good condition Anthony and Linda decided to keep them and just replace the doors.…

Who lives here Rahle and Steven Lurie. The garden A 1 200m² garden in Sandhurst, Jo’burg bordered by planting boxes filled with colourful roses, shrubs and perennials. “Colour, colour and more colour,” was Rahle and Steve Lurie’s request to landscaper Karen Gardelli at their first meeting about their Sandhurst garden. “I always dreamt of having a beautiful, colourful, lush garden so we could spend time in it and entertain,” reveals Rahle. A waterfall was also on their wish list after a trip to a spa in Karkloof, where they found the constant sound of water calming. Before this dream could become a reality, some very real problems needed to be addressed. There were extremely high boundary walls, a significant slope banked up against these walls and clay soil, all of…

BEING WISE WITH WATER There are many design tips that I could share, but one of the most important ones is being wise about water. Firstly, it’s such a chore to water if you don’t have a decent irrigation system and secondly, such a loss if you can’t afford to water the plants that you’ve bought – so choose carefully. Try and plant species that need watering once, maybe twice a week; there are a lot of stunning plants that fit into this category and not all of them are aloes and cactuses! For example, Helichrysum petiolare, arctotis, gazania, strelitzia, artemisia, buddleja and lavender. I do think that all gardens need focal points and for this you can put in a couple of medium-thirsty plants or annuals and water these…

TEXT MARIANNE ALEXANDER, DIANE PEACOCK AND LIFE IS A GARDEN SHOPPING PRODUCTS MANDY BUCHHOLZ 10 must dos this month 1 Feed annuals and bulbs fortnightly with Seagro or a granular or pellet-type fertiliser. Keep deadheading. Water plants in the morning where winters are dry and especially in cold areas. On frosty days, spray seedlings with water before the sun reaches them. Aerate sodden soil around bedding plants with a fork in winter-rainfall areas. 2 Roses can be pruned mid-July in warm areas like the Western and Eastern Cape. In frost-prone gardens, wait until the end of July to mid-August. For banksias and rambling and Old English roses only prune after they have flowered in spring. Protect the stems of standard roses in heavy frost areas; a hessian bandage works well.…

VIOLAS The popular bedding Viola Sorbet Series has been tweaked. The new viola Sorbet XP including ‘Lemon Ice Blotch’ (pictured) now flowers earlier with a mass of blooms. Plants all grow to the same size (15–20cm high and wide) so there’s no uneven growth or stretching that can spoil a mass planting effect. Growing tips: Make sure the plants receive full sun in winter and afternoon shade in summer. After planting, first feed with a seaweed/kelp-based fertiliser to establish leafy growth then follow up with a potassium-rich liquid fertiliser to encourage flowering. PETUNIAS A new colour has made an appearance in petunias. Petunia ‘Sun Spun Orange’ has velvety true orange flowers that don’t fade in strong sun or wash out in dull weather. Plants grow into a 25cm-high and 40cm-wide…

No tea party is complete without scones and cucumber sarmies. (Visit gardenandhome.co.za for Irma’s recipe for cucumber sandwiches.) My favourite kitchen gadget is a whisk. If I had one cookbook it would be Kook & Geniet (Human & Rousseau) by SJA de Villiers, a cookbook my grandmother used and which is still in print today. My store cupboard staples are dark chocolate and pecan nuts. My favourite comfort food is spaghetti Napolitana with lots of Parmesan. If I was stuck on a desert island with a celebrity chef it would be Nigella Lawson or my husband who’s a good hunter-gatherer, braaier and surfer – very useful on an island. When it comes to food for my family, we braai at least once a week or eat lasagne and Greek salad.…

Turkey was never on our bucket list. Although we were aware of its remarkable history, we’d never appreciated just how much this country, at the meeting point of Asia and Europe, has to offer travellers. It’s impossible to see everything in such a short time so we were quite selective with our must-do list. Friends offered advice on the best way to travel around Turkey. Some recommended organised bus tours, but we felt we wanted more freedom. In the end a Turkish travel agent in Istanbul arranged everything for us, from transport and accommodation to mini tours in each region. We stayed in small, local hotels where we could interact with the owners and other guests, had many memorable evening meals at local restaurants and on our tours mixed with…

AT A GLANCE THE ARCHITECT: Pieter Mathews (pictured). THE CLIENTS: Janéne and Johan Kleu, their children, Anrich, 7, Lisa, 6, and Wian, 4, and their Boston Terrier, Coco. THE BRIEF: A modern home for a young family with small children. The design had to be functional, with no wasted space. THE HOUSE: A double-storey four-bedroom house with an open-plan living area that opens up to the garden. Although Pieter Mathews of Mathews & Associates Architects is known for commercial architecture such as bridges and stations, his diverse portfolio also includes high-end residential properties; more specifically a number of houses at Southdowns Residential Estate in Centurion, where the Kleu family lives. “I enjoy developing a local aesthetic and architectural vernacular, instead of simply copying European design,” he says. Pieter also likes…

GET THE LOOK Nelia de Wet, an interior designer and owner of vintage decor shop Gister in Somerset West, says, “I love the Japanese term wabi-sabi, meaning beauty is in imperfection.” Here are her tips for creating this romantic style. I hardly ever buy new furniture or accessories, and collect antique and vintage pieces instead. The countertops in my kitchen (pictured) were made from old scaffolding and the marble slabs are second-hand. Use a raw brick wall to add a rustic mood. Weathered wooden objects such as chopping blocks or bowls give a room a lot of character. Use your linen napkins and tablecloths on a daily basis; don’t save them for special occasions. Everything in your kitchen should be able to be used. SOURCES Belgotex Floors belgotexfloors.co.za Defy defy.co.za Eagle…

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WELL FURNISHED In an open-plan area carry the sophisticated look of the living room through to the kitchen. Here, upholstered bar stools provide a comfortable place to sit around the island while oversized pendant lights and a countertop by Granite Innovations add glamour. “Make sure there’s enough space for guests to circulate around the island,” advises Cheryl Herweg of Changing Spaces, who designed this kitchen, “and position the washing up area far away from the guests.” ARTFUL MOVE Create a focal point with a display of accessories so that there’s something attractive for guests to look at rather than cabinets and appliances. Decor by Sprout Design, kitchen by Leisure Kitchens. DRINKS ARE SERVED Keep wines close at hand with a cabinet like this one made by Benton Furniture that holds…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED Old piano stool Stanley knife Measuring tape MDF/chipboard/pine Wood glue, 40mm panel pins or screws Hammer Quarter round Handsaw Mitre saw or mitre box for handsaw 280- or 220-grit sandpaper Paint MAKING THE TABLE 1. Prepare the stool by removing any upholstery, springs, straps or other parts of the seat area with a Stanley knife. Cut off any bits that are raised above the seat, including leg caps, to ensure a level surface for the top. 2. Measure the sides of the stool and cut, or have cut, a piece of MDF, pine or chipboard a little larger to create a slight overhang. 3. Fix the top to the stool by gluing, screwing or nailing. 4. To create the rounded edge, measure the sides of the top…

Ten years ago the most desirable clivia were those with yellow or peach flowers. Today, they’re almost old news as local and international breeders create new varieties in colours that one thought would never be possible: dusky rose pink, ivory green, bronze brown, picotee and versicolour. “Every breeder is intent on introducing new colours each year,” says Pikkie Strumpher of Cliviamart in Pretoria whose search is for a genuine open flower in red. “Many of the exceptional flowers,” he says, “are the result of selective breeding of Clivia miniata. Plants are also being bred with shorter, broader leaves that take up less space and make more attractive pot plants for indoors. Flower shapes are changing too with more open recurving flowers on bigger heads.” WHAT’S HOT? INTERSPECIFIC HYBRIDS are a…

The green light A combination of green foliage plants with a hint of silver and gold creates a rich, harmonious feel while different leaf textures have just enough contrast to add interest. Planted just off-centre, the sword-like, green and yellow variegated leaves of Dianella tasmanica ‘Variegata’ add height. A hint of soft silver is brought in on either side with the woolly leaves of lamb’s ear (Stachys byzantina) and variegated Lamium maculatum ‘Beacon Silver’. The solid green fronds of asparagus fern (Asparagus densiflorus ‘Mazeppa’) froth over the edges, pulling the colours together and bulking up the display. GROWING TIPS: Place this container in a sunny position. Choose a pot with sufficient drainage holes and water well twice a week, more if the soil is dry during very hot spells. Feed…

Biannual plants need two growing seasons to produce flowers and set seed. Leaves grow in the first year, flowers and seeds the following. Canterbury bells, delphiniums (left) hollyhocks, foxgloves and columbines all fall into this category. In our warm climate with long summers some can complete their life cycle in one season but will still be around the following year. Self-seed is when annuals and some perennials come up again year after year from the seeds they drop. For this to happen, allow some seeds on the plants to mature. Nigella (love-in-a-mist), forget-me-nots and Californian poppies (left) are good examples of self-seeders. FERTILISER VALUES are represented by the three numbers on fertiliser packets. The ratio of the three macroelements, Nitrogen, Phosphate and Potassium (N:P:K), are always written in this order.…

In much of South Africa we can grow lettuces throughout the year. Using freshly picked leaves and mixing them with interesting greens, herbs and flowers casts the salad in the starring role of your meal. If you’ve never grown your own, you’re probably used to buying them whole from the greengrocer. However, a far more practical way of growing and harvesting lettuces and many other greens is the ‘cut and come again’ method where young and tender outer leaves are cut at the base from a selection of plants, leaving the growing tip in the middle (important if you want it to keep growing). Not only are these tastier, each picking encourages the plant to produce more leaves. This provides you with far more than if you pulled out the…

Sweet SEDUCTION Nomu’s selection of drinking chocolates are pure indulgence, from the ultra-luxe Decadent Hot Chocolate with real dark chocolate pieces, to the health-conscious Skinny Hot Chocolate. You’ll find the recipe for the gorgeous Dark Chocolate and Salted Caramel Tart (pictured above) on our website gardenandhome.co.za and visit nomu.co.za for a host of other chocolate-inspired treats. Take your pickle Smoked Garlic & Chilli Pickle, R55, from boutique Stellenbosch food producer, Chaloner, in collaboration with renowned chef Bertus Basson, is sublime. Try it with roast chicken topped with a generous squeeze of lemon juice. Visit chaloner.co.za for more tempting recipes. Gourmet gander Take a virtual stroll through some of South Africa's favourite markets and discover local food recipes in Market Food South Africa (Bookstorm) by mother and daughters, Dianne Stewart, Lissa…

MUST-SEE SIGHTS: The ancient city of Ephesus and the Cappadocian landscapes and churches. MOST DELICIOUS BITE: The healthy breakfasts which included eggs, sometimes quail eggs, yoghurt, nuts and dried and fresh fruit, an assortment of olives, red peppers and aubergines. ESSENTIAL ITEMS TO PACK: Swimming costume, light sarong and a brolly and hat for the sun. NEED-TO-KNOW LINGO: Lutfen (please), ne kada ? (how much?) and indirim (discount). BEST SURVIVAL TIP: Ask the locals where they eat out. This way you avoid touristy places. MUST READ: The novel Birds Without Wings (Random House) by Louis de Bernières for a look at Turkish history.…

After studying textile design at the Natal Technikon in Durban, Haidee explored all avenues of the textile industry working as a designer, then a buyer and stylist of fabric collections for some of South Africa’s top fabric houses. “It’s really exciting to now have my own company,” says Haidee who recently established Dreamweaver Studios which she describes as a boutique business. “The showroom is a very personal space. It has a great vibe and we even boast an espresso bar,” she says. Aside from stocking major wallpaper brands such as Eijffinger, Haidee has also created her own collection of fabrics. One of the collections entitled ‘My World’, features everything that is nearest and dearest to her translated onto cloth. While she describes travel as her inspiration, nature also plays a…

1. Vibrato pendant light, R910, Eurolux. 2. Metro pendant light, R1 999,95, The Lighting Warehouse. 3. Epping chair, R4 250, SHF. 4. Kerry bookshelf, R9 995, Block & Chisel. 5. Industrial 10-drawer cabinet, R9 995, Weylandts. 6. Wire table lamp, R789, Superbalist.com 7. Red brick vinyl wallpaper, R650/roll (excl. delivery), Wall Couture. 8. Rebel Walls Battered Wall wallpaper, POR, St Leger & Viney. 9. Wood and iron adjustable bar stool with footrest, R1 450, Vintage Vista. 10. Set of three numbered boxes, R995, Vintage Vista. 11. Ningbo coffee table, R7 495, Weylandts. 12. Aluminium coat hook, R195, La Grange Interiors. SOURCES Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Eurolux eurolux.co.za La Grange Interiors lagrangeinteriors.co.za SHF shf.co.za St Leger & Viney stleger.co.za Superbalist.com superbalist.com The Lighting Warehouse lightingwarehouse.co.za Vintage Vista vintagevista.co.za Wall Couture wallcouture.co.za Weylandts weylandts.co.za…

Who lives here Owner of In Awe Stays, Doreen de Waal, her husband, Meyer, and their two daughters, Jade and Olivia, as well as an assortment of pets. Their eldest child, Uno, lives in Jo’burg. The house A three-bedroom home in Tamboerskloof, designed by Sir Herbert Baker, that has undergone multiple renovations over the years. Stylist and design consultant Doreen de Waal and her husband, Meyer, have lived in and lovingly restored their historic villa in the heart of Cape Town’s City Bowl for several decades. The family residence with its generous grounds is a homestead dating to the late 1800s. It was originally the rectory for the Anglican Church next door and was designed by legendary architect Sir Herbert Baker. Despite owning the home for decades, Doreen still has…

Who lives here Interior designer and owner of O lá lá! Interiors, Schanè Anderson, her husband Keith, their son Grant, 16, and their Jack Russells, Tinkerbell and Fnoof. Their two older sons, Craig and Matthew, now have their own homes. The house Built in two separate structures, one of which houses Grant’s bedroom, a guest room and lounge, the house has an open-plan living area, study, main bedroom and veranda. The swimming pool is situated in a courtyard and links the two sections. Some of my friends and family were taken aback when I said our new house would have black floors and ceilings,” recalls Schanè Anderson of her plans for the home she and her husband Keith built at Brettenwood Coastal Estate on the KZN North Coast just over…

1. Layered luxury Coffee tables are often strewn with magazines, remotes and other odds and ends. However, curating a stylish coffee table is simple if you remember to keep things functional yet aesthetically pleasing. When planning the layout of this coffee table, Dylan mentally divided the space into three. He then proceeded to use objects with different heights in each third of the table. There are functional pieces, like the woven tray to corral remotes and other paraphernalia, while vases in similar colourways, glass beads and ceramic artworks please the eye. Dylan added a vintage chessboard and a stack of bold coffee table books. 2. Depth of field Usually the focal point in a living room, a mantelpiece is a great place to display groups of collectables. For added cohesion,…

MIRROR, MIRROR ON THE WALL… On this stairwell, Picture Hanging Services designed a collage with mirrors placed in steps to mimic the stairs. An oval-shaped mirror at the top echoes the curved ceiling. INSIDE OUT When grouping a collection of pictures together, start with one dominant piece in the middle and work your way out. Frames don’t have to match, but don’t space pieces too far apart or you’ll lose the cohesion. Decor by Tanja Beyers of Profurn Contracts. STEP UP TO THE PLATE And who says you have to have professional artwork? Here designer Donald Nxumalo transformed a kitchen wall with a collection of hand-painted black and white plates. MIX AND MATCH Andrew Draper and Corne Eksteen grouped these disparate artworks together against a dark wall, which allows the…

USING CLADDING Kuba Granicki of Architects of Justice who designed this terrace shares his tips on using stone cladding: There are two ways to do it, with actual stones and experienced stonemasons or with a ready-to-use cladding. But be aware that stone is natural and has imperfections. If you’re using real stone, choose local rock to reduce the transport costs, plus it will look more at home in your environment. Cladding stone can differ in thickness from 50mm to 200mm whereas stone tiles can be as thin as 20mm. Decide what cladding type you’ll be using early on so that corners and thresholds can be built accordingly. Stone tiles are ideal for floors in outdoor areas as they are extremely durable and can handle any weather conditions. SOURCES Architects of…

1 FUCHSIA ARBORESCENS (Tree fuchsia) The tree fuchsia is not a tree but a large shrub. Endemic to the more temperate climates of Central America, it has adapted to gardens in southern Africa. Growing to a height of about 2m and width of 1,5m, it has a dense crown and bears large clusters of tiny, scented lilac-pink flowers in winter through to spring. It has long shiny leaves and small edible berry-like dark-purple seeds. Where to plant it: In shade or semi-shade. It’s evergreen and semi-hardy. How to use it: Plant it in the garden or in a container. 2 ERYSIMUM CHEIRI (Wallflower) Today there are many wallflower hybrids available in yellow, orange and red but the original specimen with its rusty yellow to mauve flowers is spectacular. A mounding…

30 DAISY SUN HATS VALUED AT R419 EACH A sun hat isn’t just a stylish accessory, it’s practical too. Awarded the Cancer Association of SA’s Seal of Recognition, Emthunzini hats offer 98% protection against the harmful effects of the sun, making them a must for gardening or relaxing on the beach, around the pool or anywhere outdoors. The Daisy hat comes in two neutral colours, natural and brown, and a hidden drawstring provides a comfy fit. They’re hand-washable and crushable so you can tuck them into a bag, suitcase or backpack. ENTRY CODE: SUNHAT A CHIMINEA/FIREPOT AND HAMPER FROM MEXICAN IMPORTS WORTH R6 000 Traditionally, chimineas or firepots were used to bake bread, but can be used to cook a number of dishes including pizza. Stoked up with wood and…

MENU LEMONADE SALMON AND CREAM CHEESE TART CHIC CHOCOLATE CAKE SOUR CREAM CAKE WITH CREAM CHEESE ICING VANILLA BEAN SCONES PETIT FOURS Irma Brümmer’s forte is baking. “Ever since I was a little girl I’ve been passionate about it,” she says. “I love cakes, not so much to eat, but because I adore the smell and the texture. Cakes are also such happy things, always made to celebrate some special occasion.” A trained Silwood chef, Irma worked at La Colombe, Ellerman House and at Melissa’s, excelling at sugar art and cake decorating. “Then my husband Kerneels took me to tea at the Mount Nelson for my birthday,” she recalls. “While we were talking about what I would like to do, career wise, I told him I’d like a little coffee…

EASY INDIAN BUTTER CHICKEN (Serves 6) FOR THE CHICKEN: 45ml butter 1 onion, peeled and diced 2 garlic cloves, crushed 15ml fresh ginger, grated 600g boneless chicken thigh pieces 15ml mild or medium curry powder 410g tin crushed tomatoes 410g tin tomato soup 150ml fresh cream salt and freshly ground black pepper 10g fresh coriander leaves FOR THE MANGO CHUTNEY: 250g thick plain yoghurt 5ml fresh ginger, finely grated 1ml ground ginger 1ml cayenne pepper 1 mango or 1 tin mangoes, drained and chopped 1 red chilli, sliced (optional) FOR THE ROASTED TOMATO RAITA: 250g assorted cherry tomatoes, halved 10ml olive oil salt and freshly ground black pepper ½ red onion, peeled and diced 10ml red wine vinegar 1 red chilli, finely chopped 20g fresh coriander leaves, roughly chopped TO…

Most newly married couples tend to prefer 20th-century modern or vintage pieces. Not so Ian McMillan, 34, owner of McMillan’s Bricks in Paarl. With the enthusiastic support of his Lithuanian-born wife Neringa, Ian started collecting Cape furniture and domestic accessories three years ago when the couple got married and bought their first house in Paarl. Ian decided to speculate in this area because of the investment value and also because these pieces are more readily available. “You just can’t buy modern pieces by designers such as Eileen Gray in this country, well not genuine pieces, and if you did, they cost an enormous amount,” explains Ian who comes from a family of collectors. His grandfather, who founded the family brickmaking business in 1947, was a collector of Cape furniture and…