Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2018 i South African Home Owner

VINCENT OSEMWEGIE ARTIST V incent Osemwegie was born in Nigeria, and having a creative flair he went on to study art at the University of Benin. Since moving to South Africa in 2009, he continues his art practice in the country he now calls home. The year 2013 marked a turn in his artistic career when his technique evolved from a realistic portrayal of his ideas to a much more expressive one; creating images with drippings of paint, and with little or no brush contact to the canvas. In his works, the social/sociopolitical issues surrounding identity, both real and superficial, cannot be over-emphasised. “My approach to art is that of an artist who believes strongly that the definition of art is self-expression. Any creation that does not display the creator’s…

When these home owners were looking to build their ideal family home, they came upon this site, and since it was the only land that was available, that was close to the ocean with decent views, building on this property within the estate was a no brainer. The home is a modern marvel – perfectly suited to this family. The clean lines of the architecture are softened by an assortment of natural materials. It is the perfect marriage of modern and rustic design elements, with each space catering to the needs of these residents. “Natural light floods the space due to the openness of the design.” An abundance of concrete, wood and stone was used to add a warm and inviting appeal to the home, and the palette was kept…

WIN A ONE-NIGHT STAY FOR TWO IN THE VILLA MOJI AT THE FAIRLAWNS BOUTIQUE HOTEL & SPA INCLUDING DINNER, BED AND BREAKFAST, AND A BACK, NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGE, TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF R33 200 Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa is an urban sanctuary set among lush acres of landscaped gardens right in the heart of Johannesburg. With close attention to detail and exceptional service, Fairlawns creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the world’s most vibrant personalities converge. The 41 upscale suites are individually decorated in varying themes, ranging from Eastern influence to French provincial, each featuring every desired modern amenity. The hotel also caters for a variety of culinary tastes, with an array of elegant dining experiences to choose from. Enter now and win a one-night stay…

A little over a decade ago, Kramerville was a décor and design professional’s best-kept secret, open only to industry insiders for wholesale trade. In 2005, property owners in the area decided to pool their resources and turn Kramerville into Johannesburg’s most comprehensive décor and design district. In 2018, this district is bigger and better than ever, now boasting a whole new section, Kramerville West. There’s a lot to take in, but don’t be overwhelmed: we’ve rounded up some of the district’s biggest and brightest to get you started on your home décor journey. LINEAR CONCEPTS – EUROPEAN DESIGNER KITCHENS Linear Concepts specialises in the design and manufacture of kitchens and bars, catering to clients who enjoy a boutique, high-end lifestyle. Whether its kitchens are made locally or imported, Linear Concepts…

When it comes to investing in living room staples, the smart advice has always been to choose classic shapes and neutral colourways with longevity, and adding interest with affordable on-trend accessories like scatters and throws. But there’s no reason to play it safe not when there are myriad options to suit any and every style preference to sum up your core décor identity in a single, comfortable piece. STRIKING COLOUR As Block & Chisel’s Zane Pretorius explains: “Interiors and fashion are artistic arenas which have always influenced each other. What we are seeing at the moment within interiors is a resurgence of colour based on the same resurgence on the catwalk. Colour is back, along with embellishments of all kinds.” While some colours have made a more lasting impression this…

There’s no getting away from it: as human beings, we all need to sleep and, more importantly, we need to sleep well. This starts and ends with the quality of our beds. MATTRESS MATTERS There’s more to mattress selection than just choosing between ‘soft’ and ‘firm’. When it comes to finding the perfect fit, everything from the types of materials chosen to the inner make-up of the mattress can have a monumental effect on the state of your slumber. Says Greg Smart, CEO of Vencasa, “Comfort, support, quality and the guarantee are the most important characteristics to look for in a mattress. Individual factors such as health concerns, snoring, sleep disorders and sleep habits or rituals all need to be taken into consideration.” For Kobus Wilmans of Hästens, it all…

Gone are the days when you needed vast tracts of land to grow fresh seasonal produce. “The ‘grow your own’ movement has sprouted a new generation of urban farmers who take great pride in harvesting seasonal crops on their doorstep. It revisits the ancient tradition of living close to nature, but with a contemporary twist,” says Kerry Engelen of Microgarden. Edible gardens are a great way to make the most of space at hand – no matter how big or small. Herbs, veggies, fruits, flowers and medicinal plants all live side by side in modern culinary gardens. DESIGN BASICS According to Liesl van der Walt, head gardener at Babylonstoren, the key to a successful culinary garden is to merge function and aesthetics. “Plan the design of your garden to be…

Bathco, the Spanish bathroom specialist with a wide range of on-trend porcelain sanitaryware, baths, countertops, basins, taps and showers is now available in South Africa. www.thebathcollection.co.za If you’re looking for a bold, minimal way to give your bathroom an instant update, look no further than ISCA’s first full matte black tap and mixer range, Ebony. www.lixil.co.za Lightweight and incredibly easy to use, the EGO Power+ range of mowers and garden landscaping tools are also battery-operated and have the added bonus of a low noise level, so your neighbours will love you. www.egopower.co.za It’s possible to keep your most prized possessions, including books and collectables, stylishly safe and dust-free with DL Furniture’s solid mahogany Juliet display unit. www.dlfurniture.co.za Sleek and sophisticated, the Zero 55 Rimless WC by Catalano offers visual continuity…

Tucked away in an exclusive country estate just outside Pretoria, this family home had an entirely different look and feel before the current home owners purchased it and made it their own. “We chose to renovate a house that was extremely modern with huge open spaces in certain areas and very small rooms with no specific purpose in others,” the home owner reveals. “We wanted to capitalise on all this unused space and create fewer, yet bigger, bedrooms and bathrooms.” The owner adds, “However, we still wanted to maintain the open-plan look and feel in the kitchen and all the main living areas.” “We love that it’s still spacious and open-plan, yet it doesn’t make you feel lost in vast openness.” – the home owner But this seemingly simple solution…

With a modern, minimalistic design in mind, consisting of open spaces and lots of light and glass, these home owners created a masterpiece that fitted in perfectly with their love for the outdoors and entertaining. “We chose this estate because it is beautifully designed with spectacular common areas, and our kids love to fish in the dam or go for a ride on their bikes. It is peaceful and safe,” says the home owner. “We like to entertain, so open, flowing spaces were a must. The location of our home and the easy living makes it such a comfortable place for everyone, even though it is a modern home. We tried to make our home fun for everyone in order to encourage family time and togetherness,” says the home owner.…

Having lived in various Tuscan-style homes over the years, these home owners were ready to trade Tuscan design for something a bit more local and modern. In keeping with the current South African architecture, this gorgeous home has an abundance of open spaces, clean lines, glass, oversized doors and high ceilings. “In keeping with the current South African architecture, this gorgeous home has an abundance of open spaces.” True to local design, a neutral palette has been used, and this also enables these residents to change the look and feel of the home as and when needed by adding pops of different colour through the soft finishes. As the home owner has been involved professionally in the building industry for many years, she cites her experience as the reason she…

When the husband is Scottish and the wife is Peruvian, there is bound to be an interesting mix of ideas, culminating in a personal, homely space surrounded by nature. Having lived in opposite areas of the globe, this couple wanted to invest in Cape Town. They chose this scenic spot in a well-known estate in the heart of the Cape Town suburbs. The family love the combination of the security of the estate and the breathtaking wraparound views of the surrounds. “The patio and the living room are the owners’ favourite areas in which to relax.” This newly built four-bedroom home explores some unique aspects, such as a festive bar/games room, and a typical Scottish pub where the owner showcases some of his Scottish roots. Further down the passage is…

The Turkish spa or hammam is based on an ancient bathing ritual, which includes the elements of steam, soaking, scrubbing, and massage. But you don’t have to travel to Istanbul to find a hammam – you can create it in your own bathroom. STEAM SHOWERS AND SAUNAS Your Turkish “steam room” is your shower or sauna, and these days there is a wide range of options that embrace the latest technology and elevate the experience to pure sensory delight. Take a look at the APPOLLO range, distributed by Multi Bathroom Solutions, which includes a shower with a steam generator with water-level sensor and over-heat protection. And its infrared sauna room includes a carbon crystal heater plate, with intelligent control panel for time setting, temperature setting, Bluetooth and FM Radio. Even…

Give your walls an instant update with NMC’s range of 3D wall tiles. Made from the highest-quality polyurethane with 13 different textures to choose from, they’re quick and easy to place, offering endless options for customisation. www.nmc-decoration.africa Made from engineered oak and covered Mystic velvet, the Raas ottoman from SHF is the perfect excuse for putting your feet up, no matter where you happen to be at home. www.shf.co.za There’s always room for one more occasional chair, especially when it’s as round, soft and inviting as @home’s Mino armchair. Think of it as the furniture equivalent of a comforting hug, available in two timeless colourways. www.home.co.za Form meets function with the Formakami table lamp by Jaime Hayon. Constructed from ivory white rice paper and lacquered ash, the lamp casts a…

- "MULTI PURPOSE AREAS ARE A MUST; THEY BRING ENTERTAINMENT AND FUN TOGETHER. CREATE SLIDING COMPOSITE DECK COVERS TO EXTEND YOUR CURRENT DECK OR PATIO TO SWIMMING POOLS, SANDBOXES AND FIRE PITS TO MAXIMISE YOUR OUTDOOR AREA."- MARETHA SCHEEPERS Summer is finally here, which means South Africans will be spending a lot of time under Africa’s sunny skies. And why not, when there is so much colour and vibrance for you to enjoy while spending quality time with friends and family over a good meal. We share expert advice on the latest and available outdoor umbrellas, shadings, awnings and furniture. UMBRELLAS, AWNINGS AND SHADES Mobelli outdoor shade umbrellas are convenient and easy to use, says Alon Sachs, from Mobelli +Living. “ We have recently launched two new umbrellas for the spring/summer…

ESPECIALLY FOR KIDS Something Desired specialises in fabulous and functional furniture items, offering clients custom-designed pieces perfectly suited to their space and style. The design company has a love for out-of-the-box creative thinking and detail. The company’s high-quality, value-for-money kiddies’ range called MIA is now available. www.somethingdesired.com TILES AHEAD The tile and slab couture brand Studio Masson proudly opened its revamped and extended showroom to guests at its #lifeinartSM event in Cape Town. Accompanying this launch is a new website showcasing beautiful new and existing ranges. The new ranges include Fiandre’s Maximum collection, SICIS’s Orientale collection and Le Corbusier’s Tokyo collection. www.studiomasson.co.za STATEMENT LIGHTING PIECES Illumina has just opened its doors to its new trendy showroom in High Street, Durbanville, Cape Town. This showroom with stunning lighting solutions has all…

Summertime and the livin’ is easy, as the jazz classic goes – but changing our lifestyle from cosy to embracing the summer swelter, and stepping out of our wintry comfort zones to entertain, involves a bit of planning. For whatever reason – the economy, laws against drinking and driving, or the popularity of TV cooking shows – entertaining at home, especially in summer, is on the rise, and our entire outlook and design aesthetics are undergoing a considerable change. Just a few years back the interior and exterior of the home were treated like two separate entities. It was the norm to wheel out the Weber or barrel braai around the pool area, pull out the plastic garden furniture and erect a beach umbrella. The outdoor entertainment area has fast…

“There’s nothing nicer than curling up on the sofa with a good book.” – the home owner This home exudes a warm and inviting ambience that makes guests want to linger. And that is exactly what the home owners wanted of their newly built home in one of Midrand’s upmarket estates. “We wanted a home that was simple and effective in its design, yet with a relaxed and cosy feel,” says the owner. With this in mind, Etienne Stols of SCS Architects together with Coutts Construction worked on the project. The brief was simple and required a “contemporary home that would be based on modern family living incorporating inviting features, ensuring there was a good interaction between the family’s lifestyle needs and entertaining”, says Stols. Further enhancing the architectural approach…

Major appliances form the foundation of a functional kitchen space. We rely on refrigerators and freezers to keep our food from spoiling too quickly. Hobs and ovens allow us to cook a multitude of meal options quickly and easily while dishwashers arguably have the ability to save relationships. Thanks to advancements in modern technology, the humble fridge, oven and dishwasher now have the ability to offer so much more. “A wider fridge is ideal for families who entertain regularly, as it can easily accommodate platters.” – Allan Hirsch COOLING Where would we be without refrigerators? More than just a receptacle for prolonging the life of our food, modern fridges are now equipped with variable temperature control and energy-saving capabilities. But there are a few key factors to keep in mind…

Classic, functional, beautiful ... towel rails and bathroom hooks from Bathroom Butler. www.bathroombutler.com Grubby Cow hand wash … it cleans, moisturises, and looks good by the sink! The Cowshed range of hand washes and creams are the ultimate statement-making pieces for your bathroom. www.woolworths.co.za Wrought iron soap dish with antique brass finish ... Ornate styling is what sets the Portofino Juliet Wrought Iron range apart. Make an impact. www.ctm.co.za Declutter your bathroom ... with BLUM wooden AMBIA-LINE inner dividing systems, available from any of the Eclipse branches nationwide in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban and Port Elizabeth. www.eclipsegroup.co.za Origami texture on you walls … with Origami Satin White and Louvre Satin White wall tiles from Italtile. www.italtile.co.za…

One of the best ways to customise your home is by adding high-end tech. Popular options include audio-visual systems and streaming services as well as cutting-edge technologies such as AI. Read on to find out about the latest in home entertainment gadgetry. THE LATEST TRENDS All of the latest tech available can be app-controlled from our smart devices. Downloadable and customisable apps provide users with the ability to set lighting scenes, route audio to different rooms in the home and manage a database of series and movie titles that can be streamed to any smart device on the home network. According to Warren Husband, account manager at Homemation, while most devices on the market offer app control for their system, the latest trends are pushing voice integration by means of…

One of the most important components of a home’s interior design, flooring has the power to make or break your interior aesthetic. Considered a hard finish, flooring should be viewed as part of the investment that your home is. To keep you in the know, we’ve rounded up the latest innovations in flooring to aid your decision making. TRENDING TILES Whether it’s porcelain or ceramic, marble or granite (and the list goes on), tiles have so much to offer an interior. Not only are they adored for their seamless design aesthetic but appreciated for their hypoallergenic nature. Heidi Masson of Studio Masson, a specialist in European flooring products such as tiles and slabs, points out that there are a few strong trends in production that are driving the industry. She…

WHEN IT COMES TO CHOOSING SEEDS TO PLANT IN YOUR GARDEN, IT’S GOOD TO KNOW YOUR LINGO: • Heirloom/heritage seeds: Open-pollinated seeds or plants that have been handed down from generation to generation. • Organic seeds: Harvested from plants that haven’t been treated with pesticides. www.organicseeds.co.za • Hybrid seeds: Two different varieties are cross bred to create a new variety with favourable traits. TIP: IN COOLER REGIONS, SEEDLINGS NEED TO BE TOUGHENED UP BEFORE PLANTING IN THE GARDEN. SOW IN SEED TRAYS; PLACE OUTSIDE FOR A FEW HOURS AT A TIME WORKING TOWARDS A FULL DAY. OUT AND ABOUT Take some time off from your busy gardening schedule and visit KAMERS/Makers at Baluklippen Estate, Stellenbosch. 30 October to 4 November. www.kamersvol.com Looking for inspiration? Visit the Elgin Open Gardens in the Overberg for…