Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2015 i SA Garden and Home

We’ve had a number of queries from readers asking how the owners of the covered patios featured in the magazine keep them looking so pristine. Well, the truth is most homeowners give them a jolly good clean before the photographer arrives. But they do get dirty and dusty, and maintaining them does take effort. If you’re lucky, your outdoor living area is protected from prevailing winds and rain. If not, you can plant hedges on one side to protect it or install roll-up blinds and screens – some can even be operated by remote control. If you don’t want to cut out light, then look for ones with clear plastic insets. Choose durable furniture that will stay looking good for longer. These days there are waterproof, UV-resistant outdoor sofas and…

GET THE LOOK Renovations expert Beverley Hughes of Hughes Design & Restoration, who designed the outdoor living area featured opposite, has these tips on creating a chic outdoor room: For a contemporary conservatory vibe, use black steel-framed glass panels to protect the area from the weather. These were made by Heritage Gates in Cape Town. Metal Windows, in Cape Town, can make similar ones. Go for a neutral floor tile, then introduce rugs in a natural fabric like sisal or hemp to add comfort and a sense of luxury. Make the room look interesting by combining different textures like steel, wood and wicker with a clever mix of unusual accessories. Choose a scheme that works with the garden. We used botanical patterns and neutrals with black accents for definition. For…

Who lives here A couple of families share this beach house and take turns using it. The house A renovated holiday house near Marina Beach with six en suite bedrooms, a large open-plan living and dining area, separate TV room, courtyard, covered patio and a swimming pool deck. Set above a secluded beach on the KZN South Coast, this recently renovated property is now an idyllic retreat for the Durban families who co-own it. However, it wasn’t always like this. When they bought it, it consisted of a warren of rooms and lacked outdoor areas where they could enjoy the sea views. In their brief to Stefcon Projects, who undertook the renovation, they requested a practical, hassle-free family holiday home that could cope with sandy feet and wet costumes. And…

1 To give this cinema room a modern yet moody ambience, interior decorator Cheryl Herweg of Changing Spaces chose a wallpaper mural depicting a glamorous cityscape, which she complemented with a grey sofa and yellow scatters. 2 Faux effect wallpapers that resemble rustic finishes such as wood panelling, distressed brickwork and animal hides are very in. This Bolinao wallpaper from the Mindoro collection by Elitis, available from St Leger & Viney, has a graphic quality which complements contemporary furnishings. 3 One of the simplest ways to create a feature wall is to paint it in a striking colour, like the rich purple chosen for this dining area. It adds depth and brings the furniture to life. Interior design by Derrick Tabbert. 4 For this open-plan dining area, Cheryl Herweg wanted…

TOUCH WOOD Woodoc has the following tips on caring for wooden patio furniture: All timber furniture exposed to the sun and weather should be treated with a sealer such as Woodoc 30 or 35 Exterior Polywax Sealer to protect it from UV rays and to prolong its life. The tinting in Woodoc 35 not only enhances the look of the wood but will increase UV exclusion and help extend the protective care of the coating. Maintain your furniture with regular applications of a liquid wax such as Woodoc Patio which helps protect the wood while it cleans and rejuvenates it. SOURCES Boardmans boardmans.co.za Decorland decorland.co.za Homewood homewood.co.za Mobelli mobelli.co.za The Lighting Warehouse lightingwarehouse.co.za Vintage Vista vintagevista.co.za Weber weber.co.za Weylandts weylandts.co.za Woodoc woodoc.com Woolworths woolworths.co.za…

WIN! We’re giving away a 1,8m This Bench worth R4 300. To enter, SMS BENCH , your name and e-mail address to 48406. An SMS costs R1,50, errors will be billed and free SMSes don’t apply. For full Ts&Cs, see page 155. SOURCES Block & Chisel blockandchisel.co.za Builders Warehouse builders.co.za Gardens & Roses gnrsa.co.za Hope Garden Furniture hopegf.com House & Home houseandhome.co.za LIM lim.co.za Lots & Crates 011 326 2508 or 011 704 0524 Patio Warehouse patiowarehouse.co.za This Furniture thisfurniture.co.za Trade Secret trade-secret.co.za…

1 DAIS COTINIFOLIA (POMPON TREE) One of our best-loved indigenous trees, Dais cotinifolia is an unforgettable sight from November to December when it’s covered in a cloud of soft-pink fluff balls. The new flower buds look like lollipops with big round heads on thin stems carried at the end of the branches. Once the buds burst open, the small, tubular flowers in tight bunches are revealed. The tree is fast growing, and once established, is fairly drought resistant and frost hardy. The pompon tree is deciduous in very cold parts of the country, but in milder climates only loses its leaves for a very short period at the end of winter. 2 BOLUSANTHUS SPECIOSUS (TREE WISTERIA) This graceful tree lives up to its name, as speciosus means beautiful or showy…

If you’re renovating or redecorating or just want to keep abreast of what’s happening in the world of design, then SA Décor & Design – The Buyers’ Guide 2016 will be your new best friend. Updated every year, it features thousands of top interior designers, suppliers and service providers. From decorating tips and the hottest products to international design shows, furniture, lighting and professional institutes, you’ll find everything related to the decor and design industry listed in its pages. Their new website sadecor.co.za has more than 3 500 listings and a brand new catalogue hub where you can view and download leading suppliers, plus a decorshop connecting you to top online decor stores. If you purchase a copy, you could also stand a chance of winning a decor makeover worth…

Using rooftops is an ideal way for urbanites and city dwellers to turn unused areas into productive vegetable growing spaces. In fact, if you look out of your window right now, you’ll probably see a suitable one you can use – on a shed, a garage or a cottage. Many apartment blocks also have a flat top or a level section over the parking area that would be ideal. However, before you start piling soil or placing boxes on your roof, there are some practical aspects to investigate. Apart from the usual elements that go into any well-planned vegetable garden, you need to consider the following: WEIGHT BEARING AND SAFETY “Before you start, ask a structural engineer to assess the roof,” recommends Marc Nel of Evagroup, an experienced rooftop landscaper,…

MENU POMEGRANATE MOJITOS GRUYÈRE AND POPPY SEED WAFERS WITH LABNEH, LEMON-CHILLI OIL AND DUKKAH QUINOA, SPINACH AND CHERRY SALAD WITH ROASTED NUTS AND GOAT’S CHEESE OVEN-ROASTED CORIANDER AND HONEY CHICKEN PECAN NUT, TAHINI AND HALVA ICE CREAM “When you think about the most special moments in your life, they’re invariably around a table with food, surrounded by the people that you love,” says food blogger and recipe developer, Di Bibby of Bryanston, Jo’burg. Once a fashion designer, the cooking side of her career came about by default. “When I worked in fashion, I travelled a lot; once I had my girls, however, I chose to be at home and preparing meals became another creative outlet,” she explains. “Whether it’s food or fashion, it starts the same way: you begin with…

TERIYAKI-MARINATED STEAK WITH ASIAN SUMMER COLESLAW (Serves 4) FOR THE TERIYAKI STEAKS: 100g white sugar125ml rice vinegar125ml sake125ml light soy sauce15ml fresh ginger, sliced3ml Chinese five spice powder4 x 200g trimmed steaks, like fillet,rib eye or sirloin FOR THE ASIAN SUMMER COLESLAW: 15ml light soy sauce45ml rice vinegar45ml oil15ml sesame oil15ml fresh ginger, finely grated½ medium red cabbage, julienned½ medium white cabbage, julienned1 carrot, peeled and julienned1 red pepper, deseeded and julienned1 yellow pepper, deseeded and julienned5 spring onions, thinly sliced diagonally30ml mint leaves, shredded (optional)30ml coriander leaves, torn (optional)30ml black or white sesame seeds,toasted, optional TO SERVE: 30ml fresh coriander leaves, torn3 spring onions, sliced1 red chilli, finely sliced 1 . To make the steaks: place the sugar, rice vinegar, sake and soy sauce in a small pan. Heat…

A TWO-NIGHT STAY FOR TWO ADULTS AND TWO CHILDREN AT THE FARM INN WORTH R20 000 Treat your family to a weekend away at this luxurious retreat less than an hour from Jo’burg. As it’s situated on a private game sanctuary, there is an abundance of wildlife, including lion, leopard and cheetah which can be seen on game drives. The Farm Inn, an exclusive privately owned hotel, offers a true bush experience with the warmth of thatch, stone and natural materials amid serene park-like surroundings. Plus their true South African hospitality will make your stay a memorable one. The getaway includes meals, beverages, and sunset game drives with sundowner drinks and snacks. For more information, call 012 809 0266 or visit farminn.co.za *TERMS AND CONDITIONS: 1. Standard terms and conditions…

winning letter Timeless taste I’ve been buying your magazine for years, and when we moved in with my daughter following my husband’s recent stroke, we brought along 15 years’ worth of Garden and Home issues we couldn’t bear to get rid of. Being retired, we can’t afford to buy it as often as we used to, but the ideas and tips never seem to date. We have a bookshelf full of mags with gardening advice my husband still uses year after year. I also enter the competitions whenever I can. Many years ago I won a trip to Mowana Safari Lodge in Zimbabwe, and I’ll always treasure those memories. Lael Meyer, via e-mail SPRING INSPIRATION Thank you for all the inspiration in your ‘Spring into action’ article in the September…

AT A GLANCE THE ARCHITECT: Devilliers du Toit (pictured). THE CLIENTS: James and Maritsa Pereira and their son, Rogan. THE BRIEF: A modern take on the farmhouse with a large veranda, and plantation-style and industrial elements. THE HOUSE: A three-bedroom double-storey contemporary farmhouse distinguished by brick arches, wooden screens and I-beams. It was the idyllic country setting miles from busy roads that first attracted James and Maritsa Pereira to Southdowns Residential Estate in Centurion just south of Pretoria. After five years, however, they realised they had outgrown their home. “It was a compact house bought from a developer,” explains Maritsa, “and more suited to a bachelor or a couple than a family of three frequently visited by relatives.” For their new home, the Pereiras wanted a guest unit separate from…

Who lives here Sara Burdon, her partner Bill Peet, her 18-year-old son Joshua and their dogs Bella, a Labrador, and Lady, a cocker spaniel. The house A four-bedroom, double-storey home with a wraparound veranda built on the footprint of a house dating back to the early 1900s. “We fell in love with the peaceful, wooded surrounds of Thornhill Estate while renting a house here,” says Sara Burdon, who moved to South Africa from the UK with her partner Bill Peet five years ago. The estate, situated in Modderfontein east of Jo’burg, incorporates 275 hectares of nature reserve and heritage buildings dating back to the late 1800s, when communities developed around the then newly built dynamite factory. When Sara and Bill saw this house, its old-world character and pretty tree-shrouded setting…

Arabian nights To make the most of the tight space outdoors, the owners of this Cape Town home approached Christine Bekker of Hocus Interior Design Studio and asked her to design a multifunctional area they can enjoy all year round. “Once we’d decided on a Moroccan theme, we came up with the idea of a decked gazebo,” explains Christine. “We designed suspended timber seats so that we could have a retractable floor underneath. This slides back to reveal a Jacuzzi installed by Sauna & Decks for Africa – perfect for relaxing on balmy evenings.” For the cooler seasons, the Progress Group fitted a stone fireplace with a metal chimney. A canopy operated by remote control can also be opened or closed depending on the weather. In keeping with the exotic…

A family affair Realising that her family had outgrown the kitchen and breakfast nook in their Illovo, Jo’burg home, Belinda Booth decided it was time for an update. “This room originally included a TV area that didn’t work, as people leaving or entering were frequently walking in front of the screen,” explains Belinda. “In addition, the experience of sitting in front of the fireplace in winter was lost because it was in competition with the TV opposite.” “What I had in mind was a casual bistro-style environment where family and friends could connect around a large table not just for meals but to read, play games, watch TV or enjoy a chat and a cappuccino,” she explains. Belinda approached interior designers Robyn Pirie and Antoinette Rapitsi of Kuki Jeanne Design…

WHAT YOU’LL NEED A wooden piano stool A screwdriver Scissors Fabric A staple gun 80-grit sandpaper A clean cloth Paintbrushes Water-based universal undercoat 1 l INCdecor water-based paint HOW TO DO IT 1 Detach the seat pad from the frame and remove the old fabric, using a screwdriver to lift stubborn staples. Using the old fabric as a template, cut out the seat cover from the new fabric. I chose Octagon in Ocean Blues Duck Egg from the INCdecor fabric range. 2 Place the new fabric face down on a flat surface, turn the seat pad upside down and position it in the middle. Start by stapling the two longer sides to the underside of the seat pad, then staple the shorter sides, continuing to gather and staple any excess…

Who lives here Vivienne and Fred Black, their daughter Monique, and dogs Boss, Missy, Basil and Max. The garden A terraced garden in Beaulieu, north of Jo’burg, filled with roses and interesting features. A few years ago, just after Vivienne Black’s garden was photographed for Garden and Home , it was flattened by a devastating hailstorm. When we heard that she’d not only repaired the damage caused by the storm but had also made huge improvements to the garden, we leapt at the chance to visit it again. Passionate gardeners never stop altering, tweaking and of course adding new plants and even the threat of hailstorms and severe frost, hasn’t stopped Vivienne from carrying on as usual. Fortunately she established a good structure right at the beginning. When the garden…

10 must dos this month Contributing garden editor Marianne Alexander’s handy checklist of essential chores to do in October 1 Pull out faded annuals and prepare empty beds for summer flowers. Plant petunias, lobelias, godetias and heat-tolerant marigolds, zinnias, cleome, cosmos, hollyhocks and lavatera. Spray downy-mildew-prone impatiens with fungicide, Mancozeb. Stake tall plants like delphiniums, hollyhocks, foxgloves and alstroemerias. 2 Plant well-established dahlia plants rather than dahlia bulbs to ensure they’re in full bloom by Christmas. Plant another batch of gladioli. Buy amaryllis bulbs now and keep a few refrigerated (to delay growth) to be planted in mid-November so they’ll flower in time for the festive season. Plant them with the necks above the soil. Keep newly planted summer bulbs watered. 3 Mow lawns regularly for an even surface; water…

Aptly named ‘The Three Elements – the sun... the earth... the water...’, Priscilla Banda’s garden was designed to stimulate the senses. Intended as a space for relaxation, the garden features a raised patio overlooking a water feature. “It’s a mix of contemporary aspects and includes water, stepping stones with planting in-between, raised beds and split levels,” explains Priscilla, whose landscaping company Green Dimensions, is based in Gaborone, Botswana. Priscilla separated the areas by placing them on different levels. The patio is on the highest and the water feature with its walkway and surrounding planting on the lowest. The three elements, sun, earth and water are represented in different ways. An ornamental metal sun hangs above the patio. “It’s set against a grey background wall, which depicts an overcast sky from…

Noticing the increased desire to grow vegetables and the rapidly decreasing space in which to do it, vegetable breeders have been busy. The result is a range of new miniature veggies that can be grown in pots or in hanging baskets on the patio. 1 CAPSICUM ‘CUTE STUFF’ This sweet golden or red mini pepper looks rather like a bright, shiny apple. The 8cm-long fruit might be bite sized, but the plant yields up to three times more than normal peppers. Growing tips: Plant in a 45–60cm diameter pot, making sure it receives at least six hours of sun a day. Add compost or humus to the potting soil to enhance moisture retention. The soil must drain well but not dry out completely. Water daily in summer. Don’t over-fertilise, as…

My cooking style is honest, vibrant and colourful. No dinner party is complete without dessert, usually chocolate and definitely rich and decadent. The kitchen gadgets I can’t live without are my knife sharpener and blender. I also love my zester and the pepper mill that my husband had made for my birthday. My store cupboard staples are tinned plum tomatoes; you’ll also find tahini, Medjool dates and a really good olive oil. The best thing I ever ate was roasted red cherry ice cream with my mother on the steps of the Colosseum in Rome. It was a combination of the food, setting and company that made it so special. My go-to party dish is pasta with pesto, Parmesan and pine nuts, but my chicken curry is also a crowd-pleaser.…

It all started with a casual conversation over lunch. Someone was heading to the Ryder Cup at Gleneagles in Perthshire, Scotland. I thought they were talking about horses, and fortunately kept stumm. A hasty Internet search by my golf-mad husband revealed that we might still get tickets. Just. Prices were scary – of the bond-extending variety – and the only way to acquire them was as part of a hotel package. “YOLO,” my teenage godson said, eyes glued to a PlayStation game, “you only live once.” Well quite. Next year’s Ryder Cup is in Minnesota; in 2018 it’s in France. There simply was no better place to see it than its rightful home in the Highlands. Our plan was to use Edinburgh as a base and then bus up to…

While completing her studies at Inscape Design College, 29-year-old Krystle Williams identified a gap in the local market for online decor advice. “It’s a concept that makes a professional design service so much more affordable for homeowners because it leaves the project management up to them,” explains Krystle, who named her new business Feather My Nest. She charges a standard fee per room that includes a layout, a presentation illustrating the colour scheme, furniture and fabric as well as a shopping guide. At the start clients are asked to specify a budget and what they envision for the space. “I also ask them to e-mail through images or a Pinterest inspiration board to get a clear understanding of what appeals to them in terms of style.” All communication is done…

Eastern Elegance New online decor store Luna Living has launched its collection with these stunning Zenza pendant lamps. Handmade from brass with silver-oxide plating, each light casts intricate patterns on the walls and ceiling, creating a magical atmosphere. The collection can be viewed by appointment in Cape Town, and Luna Living ships throughout South Africa. lunaliving.co.za Tropical Chic The trend for all things palm-like and exotic is beautifully captured in Matthew Williamson’s Cubana range for Osborne & Little. Glamorous and more than a little tongue in cheek, the dramatic designs include flamingos, fronds, parrots and more. See the range at Home Fabrics. hf.co.za LIGHT FROM ABOVE We love the Diskus hanging lights by Cape Town design aficionados Douglas & Company. The discs are 300mm in diameter, and come in either…

1. Tripod base floor lamp with Papilion drum shade, R1 895, Scarlet Creations. 2. Silver grasshopper , R375, Vintage Vista. 3. Umbra wall flutter wall decor set , R119,95 per set of eight, Boardmans. 4. Harlequin, Amazilia collection, Papilio fabric 120344, POR, Black Fabrics. 5. Salt pot and lid , R199, Woolworths. 6. Purple butterfly dip bowl , R29,95, Boardmans. 7. Bird scatter cushion , R250, Woolworths. 8. Pair of bird teacups with wooden saucers , R450, Love Milo. 9. Medium ornamental bokkie in charcoal, R750, Vintage Vista. SOURCES Black Fabrics blackfabrics.co.za Boardmans boardmans.co.za Love Milo lovemilo.com Scarlet Creations scarletcreations.co.za Vintage Vista vintagevista.co.za Woolworths woolworths.co.za…

Who lives here Businessman Stanley van der Heever and his wife Lenie. The house A newly built double-storey home with two bedrooms, large open-plan living areas, an undercover braai room and a wine room. Situated high on the slopes of the Boskloof Eco Estate in Somerset West, the home of Lenie and Stanley van der Heever enjoys magnificent views of the Helderberg Basin. Having previously lived in both Jo’burg and Knysna, the couple wanted a home that would allow them to live in a natural environment that was also close enough to a major city, for Stanley’s work. “People often ask us why we left Knysna for Somerset West, but one look at our view and surroundings and they understand immediately,” says Lenie. The house was designed by Merinda Brymer…

MOD SQUAD Eye-catching monochromes for contemporary cool SOURCES Black Fabrics blackfabrics.co.za Hertex hertex.co.za La Grange Interiors lagrangeinteriors.co.za LIM lim.co.za Mobelli mobelli.co.za Patio Warehouse patiowarehouse.co.za Weber weber.co.za Weylandts weylandts.co.za THE BRIGHT STUFF Great buys that add splashes of colour SOURCES @home home.co.za Beseated beseated.co.za Black Fabrics blackfabrics.co.za Blue Bay bluebay.co.za Hertex hertex.co.za Hirch’s hirchs.co.za Homewood homewood.co.za Woolworths woolworths.co.za NATURAL CHARM Classic choices that won’t date SOURCES Coricraft coricraft.co.za Hertex hertex.co.za Mobelli mobelli.co.za Mr Price Home mrphome.com Patio Warehouse patiowarehouse.co.za The Silk and Cotton Co. silkco.co.za Trade Secret trade-secret.co.za Yuppiechef.com yuppiechef.com…

TALKING TABLEWARE Both practical and decorative, kitchen dressers lend themselves to displays. Choose a colour scheme and stick to it so that the overall effect isn't too chaotic. PATTERN PLAY Jo'burg designer Leigh Finck placed books horizontally and vertically to create a vibrant patterned effect at the end of a passage. CLUTTER FREE Wall-mounted shelves are a great way to free up counter space in a kitchen. Use plants in between cookbooks to bring the space to life. OFF CENTRE Floating shelves don’t have to be placed in line. Stagger them to make the display more interesting and provide extra height where you need it. SHOWCASE CHARM Painted in different colours with timber accents, these wall-mounted units become a focal point and are ideal for displaying ornaments and pictures. PAINT…

1 Princess Charlene de Monaco This very disease-resistant shrub rose has a modern vigour making it an excellent garden rose. The old-fashioned pickable blooms last well in the vase. Good to know: Lightly fragrant pale-pink blooms are overlaid with a pink-ochre tint. The individual blooms are full petalled and deeply cupped. Make the most of it: This medium tall rose (growing up to 1,8m high) can be planted in groups or mixed in normal rose beds. 2 Happy Home This compact floribunda flowers nonstop, and when planted next to a driveway or in beds near the house entrance, will welcome you home every day. Good to know: This new Eco Chic rose requires little care. The stiff-petalled full blooms have an interesting colour blend: a deep apricot that…

Does the name thunbergia ring any bells? If not, what about the indigenous climber known as black-eyed Susan that scrambles over everything? “Yes,” says Leoné Williams, “that’s the thunbergia that most gardeners know, but there’s so much more to this range of plants.” Leoné has a superb collection of summer-flowering thunbergia climbers, shrubs and groundcovers. Her interest was piqued by the introduction of ‘Blushing Susie’, a dark salmon-pink version of Thunbergia alata (black-eyed Susan) and she set out to discover new colours, including ‘Rambling Rose’, a Petal Faire hybrid. “I never hesitate to recommend thunbergia because they’re so easy to grow, aren’t fussy about soil, untroubled by diseases and pests and they’re not water guzzlers,” she says. Many thunbergias originated in the tropical regions of Southern and Central Africa and…

Don’t let pots dry out. In very hot weather, water every day or every second day. Pots should drain easily yet the potting mix should remain moist. A 50:50 mix of potting soil and palm peat aids water and nutrient retention. Palm peat is available as a brick that is soaked in water. For a more fertile mix, add sifted, home-made compost or an organic fertiliser for veggies. Nutrients leach out of pots more quickly than in the ground. Feed with a liquid fertiliser at half strength twice a month. In the hottest months, plants may do better with morning sun and afternoon shade. When watering with a hosepipe, fit a ‘rose’ nozzle that produces a softer stream of water that won’t compact the soil. Alternatively, set up an irrigation…

WILD thing For those who like things a little different, Lampedusa Pie , R375, from Bookstorm.co.za, is a delightful cookbook with recipes by Jo’burg-based chef and owner of The Leopard, Andrea Burgener. Find the recipe for this delicious Indian Bread Salad (pictured above) at gardenandhome.co.za WIN! We’re giving away a copy of this book. To enter, SMS LAMPEDUSA, your name and e-mail address to 48406. An SMS costs R1,50, errors will be billed and free SMSes don’t apply. For full Ts&Cs, see page 155. Going Nuts Natural, handcrafted ButtaNutt Tree Nut Spreads, R70 – R90, are great in sandwiches, smoothies and baked dishes. We love the Pecan Macadamia butter, but if you have a sweet tooth, you’ll adore the Chocolate Macadamia and Honey Almond flavours. They’re available online and at…

FIND OF THE MONTH I recently inherited a roll-top desk. Family folklore has it that it’s a Tulbagh desk. I should think either made in Tulbagh or belonging to Governor Rijk Tulbagh. Can you help in giving an estimate of its age and authenticity? Ian Swannack, via e-mail Jo-Marie Rabe from Piér Rabe Antiques says that it’s difficult to give an accurate appraisal and valuation from a photograph. “If it’s 18th-century Dutch it would be worth R15 000 – R20 000,” she says. “If it’s a revival piece from the 1900s, then about R5 000 – R10 000. If Cape, the value would be R75 000. To establish its origins, however, one would have to look at the thickness of the veneer (before machine cutting veneer was thicker than later…