Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2020 i South African Home Owner

From thought-provoking architecture to well-designed interiors, this property nestled in the Hawaan Forest, KwaZulu-Natal, embraces its surroundings with ease, ensuring harmony throughout. “We wanted to build a home that was seamless to its environment,” says the owner. “We created a complete inside-outside atmosphere with all the doors slotting into cavities in the walls, unseen. The heart of our home is the Indonesian teak root, which has been strategically placed to bring real life into the home and as a catalyst for every other element.” On the architecture, the owner attributes the aesthetic to his love for contemporary designs. “I’m inspired by a lot of local and overseas architects. I however feel that many of the homes are all too similar, and I wanted something unique and much more organic than…

These home owners were inspired by a number of elements when they were in the process of creating their home. Demolishing the original building and leaving just the foundation and one wall enabled them to get the home exactly as they envisioned it. One of the most important goals was to ensure that the home would benefit from the spectacular mountain views and that the “mountain was brought into the home”. For this reason, an abundance of glass was used and a decision was made to not have window coverings downstairs where the views can be enjoyed and savoured without interruption. The fact that the property is north-facing meant lots of glass was used so as to allow an abundance of light inside. This creates a warm, welcoming and cosy…

Situated in a leafy northern suburb in Johannesburg and close to a variety of amenities, this home has been designed and created to encourage rest and an appreciation for all the good things that life has to offer. With its open-plan spaces, the flow of the home ensures easy living as well as hassle-free entertaining. This is how the owner best enjoys his beautiful home: “Having friends and family over for a lunch in summer and being able to enjoy the outside, whether spending time in the pool or around the firepit while listening to music in the background.” For this owner, one of the most unique features of the property is its open-plan design. “The fact that the kitchen opens up all the way to the patio makes the…

South Villa is a five-storey penthouse in the award-winning Clifton Terraces apartments on Victoria Road, Cape Town. Its elevated position on the iconic Lion’s Head takes in extravagant ocean views and local landmarks such as Table Mountain and Clifton’s pristine beaches. The terraced form of the building is designed by SAOTA. Deep overhangs and a restrained natural palette of materials blend into the beautiful natural surroundings while landscaped terraces on each level ensure that the building will settle even more effectively into its environment over time. The building mimics the site’s existing contours, ensuring that the views from neighbouring sites were unaffected or even improved. The interior décor and interior architecture, by ARRCC and OKHA, have stylistic connections to the Modern Movement style of the Art Deco period of the…

Make the most of your kitchen windowsill with Le Creuset’s classic herb planters. The set of three stoneware planters comes complete with a handy storage tray and is available in a range of colourways. www.lecreuset.co.za There’s nothing quite as impressive as being able to make your own pasta from scratch. The Yuppiechef manual pasta machine features two adjustable rollers to create lasagne sheets, tagliatelle or spaghetti. www.yuppiechef.com The Hisense H610BS-WD combination fridge freezer features precise temperature control and frost-free technology to reduce the amount of humidity in your fridge, keeping food fresher for longer. www.hisense.co.za Elegant and functional, this range of copper-plated stainless steel cooking utensils from Woolworths can go straight from the kitchen to the dining table with ease. www.woolworths.co.za Available from Italtile, the INTARSI range of patchwork porcelain…

Available in a range of soothing neutrals, the Washed Cotton collection from Volpes has been stone-washed to create a soft, luxurious lived-in feel right from the start – one that only gets better with time. www.volpes.co.za Made from polypropylene, this Hertex HAUS Mesta crochet rug can live just as happily outdoors as in. Colourfast and water-repellent, it’s the perfect combination of style and function. www.yuppiechef.com Sculptural and modern, this wooden stand light from Woolworths is available in both white and black to adapt seamlessly to any living space. www.woolworths.co.za Not only will these Biggie Best mirrors bring light and depth to a space; the carved frames offer an extra layer of drama and interest to make a stylish statement. www.biggiebest.co.za Originally designed in the 1950s by Swiss architect Pierre Jeanneret,…

With the multitude of options available, selecting windows and doors for your home is no easy feat. We spoke to the experts who share a few pointers to guide you along your decision-making process. THE LATEST WINDOW AND DOOR TRENDS In terms of colour, one of the biggest trends we are seeing at the moment is black windows and doors, says Fair Deal Windows and Doors owner Gustav Pansegrouw. “Black gives the home that minimalist feel that most people are after. It is simple, appealing, eye-catching and contemporary. If used correctly, black can make a space seem bigger, making it a favourite colour among interior designers.” He says white will remain a timeless and classic colour for windows and doors and as such will never lose its appeal. Fenster Aluminium…

Now that summer is here, time in the pool will no doubt become a top priority. But while enjoying a swim in your own pool might feel like the ultimate luxury, cleaning and maintaining it usually does not. Add to that the increased anxiety around drowning concerns for children and pets, and a pool doesn’t seem quite as much fun anymore. That’s why investing in a pool cover will make all the difference. AUTOMATIC VS MANUAL Making sure your pool doesn’t become a drowning hazard should be a top priority, says Pool Cover Pro’s Braam du Plessis. “Safety is always the most important aspect when you look at any pool cover, but when you add a cover that seamlessly integrates with the design of your home, you have a winner.”…

I am a daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, best friend, mentor, philanthropist, winner of numerous business awards, positive thinker, a Sagittarian and a straight talker. I do what I say I’m going to do. My personal home style is modern. I like mirrors, clean lines, glass and shiny bling. That’s my personal style too: Swarovski crystals and bright, strong colours. My Umhlanga home is important to me because it’s my sanctuary. I work with a large staff complement and clients seven days a week, so I wanted my home to be a place where I can spend time with my family and “just be”. This home was chosen for its spectacular views. I call it the fish bowl. It’s on La Lucia Ridge and I can see the whole of Durban…

Samsung’s 2020 Lifestyle Range of TVs are stylish pieces of design that will elevate your space. Both The Frame TV and The Serif TV combine innovative design with stunning QLED picture quality and smart TV features to deliver a seamless and intuitive TV journey. THE FRAME Many of us are searching for technology that fits into our unique vision of living. That’s why The Frame resonates with so many people. It’s a TV when it’s on, and art when it’s off. With its frame-like design, it’s made for any wall or environment. When it switches off it turns into one of over 1 000 pieces of art – a virtual art gallery in your home. The Frame is a TV that blends into your décor. You can customise your look…

“My style is inspired by nature and the endless wonders of shapes and forms that it provides us.” Mia Senekal’s interest in interior design started when she studied fabric design in high school. She has been a retail designer for 10 years, and started a furniture design business in 2019. “I have always been wondering which field of design I would like to work in forever, and then furniture design just found me,” she says. What inspired you to be a furniture designer? When I studied fabric design I was inspired by Gavin Rajah and Marianne Fassler and how they created pieces of art from elaborate concepts. I then realised that the fabrics I was creating were only the starting point for me and that they could be transformed into…

Specialising in brass, blackened brass, floral brass and gold bathroom and kitchen taps and accessories, Trendy Taps has recently launched its basin and extractor hoods collection. www.trendytaps.co.za The stylish ConceptD laptop from Acer has been designed with creatives in mind. Its 4K UHD resolution screen is Pantone-validated, ensuring accurate colour matching as well as good picture quality. www.shopacer.co.za FLEXA’s furniture collections are both safe and stimulating for kids up to teens and focus on the fundamental areas of child development: sleep, play and study. www.flexaworld.com Meet Italtile’s new range, Intarsi – elegant patchwork porcelain tiles that prove that warm wood and cool marble belong together. www.italtile.co.za With a track record of over 70 years, BMI Coverland launched its 30 Year Functional Concrete Guarantee in July. www.bmigroup.com/za Obbligato manufactures handcrafted mosaic…

“As avid entertainers to friends and family, the owners knew from the start that their home had to be conducive to easy entertaining.” When it comes to a home that has everything you could want or need for an ideal lifestyle, all while being stylish and trendy, this one does that and more. As avid entertainers to friends and family, the owners knew from the start that their home had to be conducive to easy entertaining. For this reason, the home has been designed around an open-floor plan, with a focus on seamless indoor/outdoor living. At the same time, as theirs is a growing family, the property has also been created to cater for the adults and the kids, with all the private spaces – comprising four bedrooms, a study…

“Astylish and contemporary home that epitomises the modern-day desire for comfortable and easy living, coupled with the practicalities of working and studying from home,” is how the owner describes her family home. Deciding to renovate this original Georgian-style, single-storey dwelling resulted in a beautiful family home that complements the individuals who reside there, and allows them to live and work in stylish spaces. In terms of highlight features, the owner says one thing that stands out are the two large “box” windows that protrude from the front of the home to create visual interest on the front façade, and break up an otherwise potentially daunting box structure. “Both these windows are lined in hardwood, which not only helps to soften the façade and brings a natural element to the overall…

Surrounded by nature, this property is situated in the South of Johannesburg, offering its city-dwelling family an escape from the hustle and bustle. Location is everything when it comes to choosing a home, and it was no different for these owners. “The attraction was its location: it is far away from any busy streets and buzzing traffic. Our home is within a golf estate. There are so many different species of birds, the area is surrounded by farms and equestrian facilities, making it so tranquil – it’s really nature at its best. Also, we have the peace of mind of living in a safe and secure estate,” says the owner. “There are so many different species of birds, the area is surrounded by farms and equestrian facilities, making it so…

THE NEED FOR OPTIMUM HYGIENE Liza Watermeyer, visual display manager at Tile Africa, says with COVID-19, some products that had traditionally been used in commercial spaces are now finding their way into the home. “Our commercial team at Tile Africa have traditionally supplied sensor, or no-touch, taps for shopping mall bathrooms, but it seems that these are now transitioning into private homes.” Newer products on the market include self-cleaning toilets, with features such as sensor-activated night lights, heated seats and a remote control. Bringing you innovations from the trendsetters of Europe, Classic is able to provide clientele with products that are at the forefront of technological advancement and that provide a better quality of life, says Luthfia Bhabha, marketing coordinator at Classic Luxury. Paying particular attention to touchless technology, considering…

Who says your bathroom can’t be the most beautiful room in your home? Local linen specialist Volpes now proudly showcases home décor, furniture, fabric and accessories of the much-loved Biggie Best brand in a selection of its stores, as well as online at www.volpes.co.za Fantini Rubinetti manufactures luxurious Italian bathroom and kitchen fixtures that aim for perfection. Its modern designs bring high taste and culture to any room. With great knowledge of the quality of Italian products, Fantini has succeeded in designing top-of-the-line collections that offer bathroom, shower and kitchen solutions. www.cubegallery.co.za See yourself in the best light with this Simplehuman Rechargeable Sensor Mirror, the Tru-lux light system is more than twice as bright and closely simulates natural sunlight. It features a sensor on/off that lights up automatically as your…

In this feature we look at how dining rooms have evolved from being about sharing a meal with close friends and family to being a multifunctional space, thanks to our new open-plan way of living. According to KARE’s marketing manager Johann de Waal, dining rooms have become more than just a place to enjoy meals. They’re now also an entertainment area for guests, workstations and homework and creative hubs. People want every inch of their homes to be lived in; they’re no longer just show pieces. According to Audi Snÿman of Audi Snÿman Interior Design: “Our lifestyles, ways of living and the desire for more interaction have seen a move from a separate, closed-off dining room to an open-plan area that flows from the kitchen. Dining rooms are no longer…

While the possibility of living completely “off-grid” may still be out of reach for most, solar power for the home is becoming more accessible to home owners not only in price, but also with regards to the technology available – especially when viewed as less of a quick fix and more of a long-term investment. GETTING STARTED As solar power for the home becomes more popular, the size, scale and application of the technology is increasingly becoming more adaptive to average household needs. Solar power for the home is also not as cost-prohibitive as it used to be, as Ralph Berold, founder of Sun Ship Technologies, explains: “Solar panels have come right down in cost in the past few years, as have inverters. Lithium batteries will still experience a major…

SECTION 1 PLANNING YOUR HOME Meet the architects, contractors and home security experts to get you started and lay a solid foundation for a successful build or renovation. SECTION 2 THE BUILD Every home needs good bones, and that’s where the advice and workmanship from kitchen, bathroom, flooring, hardware and home security specialists comes in. SECTION 3 SETTLING IN No detail is too small when it comes to transforming your house into a home. These are the experts in furniture, fireplaces, window and wall treatments to guide you. SECTION 4 TAKING IT OUTSIDE Maximise your indoor/ outdoor experience, and create a great first impression in the process, with the best in paint, pool covers and paving. SECTION 1 PLANNING YOUR HOME. IT STARTS HERE ACUTE INNOVATION SA Acute Innovation SA…

KEVIN ROSSI Founder of Kevin Rossi Design The first thing that comes to mind when I think of SA décor and design is ingenuity – South Africa has a long history of hard-working sculptors and artists who have influenced the design industry. For me SA décor and design come with a surprise element. I generally refer to it as “design with a twist” – when concepts are unconventional and have a unique element. For example, take South African entrepreneurs like Atang Tshikare, a Cape Town-based multi-disciplinary creative who has been designing sculptural furniture since 2016, and designer Adam Court at OKHA. Together they created a table famously known as the Metsing table – which has long been a favourite of mine. Court shared the design process and materials, while Tshikare…

“My home is my small world.” – the home owner ‘‘My home is my small world,” says the owner of this striking contemporary home. “I love that it is big, beautiful, comfortable and – most importantly – homely. It’s where my family and I get to do so many different activities, building memories while feeling secure.” In an estate situated between Johannesburg and Pretoria, this Highveld home boasts captivating views of the beautiful landscapes that surround it. Complementing this beauty, the architecture and interior of the home are refreshingly contemporary, while exuding a welcoming ambience. “I opted for a contemporary style to enhance the beauty of the interiors.” – the home owner Entrusting an interior designer to assist in achieving this, the owner shares on the process: “The first thing…

Seeking a peaceful space where the whole family could escape to after a busy day, these owners recently renovated their property, reviving it with plenty of personality. Situated in a small residential suburb in Pinetown, KwaZulu-Natal, this home boasts a classic, serene ambience with a modern feel. “Our home has splendid views from the top of the mountain, and the area has narrow roads, which means there are no speeding cars, making it safer for children too. The area has big plots, extremely low crime statistics and is generally peaceful,” says the owner. “It is a safe haven for me, my family and our pet, Peanut. It provides us with perfect peace and tranquillity.” – the home owner Working with an interior designer, the owners wanted to achieve a timeless…

Great views, modern and timeless interiors, open and flowing spaces, character and charm – this home has it all and more. Situated on a pristine piece of land that offers superb views, which make waking up in the morning a pleasure, this home is a labour of love for its owner. Keeping the interior colour palette subdued offers a blank canvas that can be decorated according to seasons and as and when the need arises. The character of the home comes through innovative applications through certain walls that stand out as features. As a favourite space for the owner, the lounge provides a luxurious experience – the use of velvet offers hints of glamour, shades of blue complement the views outside and for those chilly nights, a fireplace is there…

This was an extensive, challenging build which started with the demolition of the old property and a completely new build in its place. The architect worked closely with the owners, which resulted in an absolute beauty of a family home. “The architectural style employed is intended to meet the clients’ desire for a French-inspired home, but also for the house to have a contemporary aesthetic, which is achieved through simple geometry and large generous proportions, as well as a monochromatic colour scheme,” says the architect. This home is a gem, comprising four bedrooms and two guest suites. Also stunning is the champagne bar and the cinema room where the family get to choose what’s showing. The décor and design are all things French. Some of the gorgeous French design elements…

Good lighting and fresh air is vital for every part of the home, and in the kitchen most of all. While extractors are becoming increasingly inconspicuous within modern kitchen design, kitchen lighting is taking on a more prominent role for both aesthetic and practical purposes. GET YOUR LIGHT RIGHT It’s probably not one of the first considerations many of us have when it comes to kitchen design, but lighting is a crucial element for a successful kitchen space. As Easylife Kitchens’ Atlanta Lombard explains, “Lighting is the most important design element a kitchen must have. It defines the experience that we want to create. “Lighting that is cleverly positioned can compensate for poor natural light, disguise awkward architecture and make the space appear larger. It has the power to transform…

If this past year has taught us anything about our living spaces, there’s nothing more important than comfort. This is especially true when considering a new sofa or couch. Luckily when it comes to couches these days there’s no need to sacrifice form for function – it’s easy enough to have both. STAYING ON-TREND There are endless styles to choose from when it comes to sofas and couches, but these days it seems that soft, rounded shapes reign supreme. As the team at SHF Home explain, “Mid-Century Modern sofas in curvy shapes and organic materials are most on-trend in 2020. It’s out with the rigid lines, and in with a more comfortable, rounded retro look.” KARE’s Karin Cawthorne agrees. “We’re seeing a move towards retro-style couches and more organic shapes,…

A PARED-BACK PALETTE As a wonderful alternative to bold, colourful design, a restrained colour palette helps to create a refined and soothing atmosphere in the home. We show you how to get the look. FUSS-FREE GARDENS Five steps to a low-maintenance garden. BRILLIANT BATHROOMS Exciting bathroom innovations to look out for. TOTAL TRANSFORMATION From wallpaper and paint to fabric and wood panels, discover a variety of innovative ways to transform the walls in your home with texture. SIP ON THIS 20 stylish coffee mugs you’ll want to keep on display. POWERFUL EXTRACTION Both functional and stylish, make a statement in the kitchen with our edit of extractor fans. www.sahomeowner.co.za GET IN TOUCH! @SAHomeOwner…

W hen it comes to creating visual impact in a garden space, you really can’t go wrong with a bed of roses. With so many varieties, colours and sizes to choose from, a rose garden provides maximum pleasure with minimum fuss. CHOOSE YOUR BLOOMS “Before you start, it’s a good idea to decide at what height you want your roses to grow, what colours you envisage and the type of bloom you love,” advises Halmar Taschner of Ludwig’s Roses. “Roses grow in all areas of South Africa. In the warmer climates they will grow taller than described and they will also flower well. In colder climates, you will have larger blooms of a more intense colour, albeit a few less in number.” Gail Birss of the Midlands Rose Society adds,…

THE BRIEF Being one of a few family generation homes on a trout farm in Franschhoek, the house hadn’t been renovated or redecorated for many years. It was time for a new lease of life for the home, and for it to be custom-designed for father and son. THE INSPIRATION BEHIND THE DESIGN I was inspired to create a happy home, where new memories could be made. To unburden and declutter, with dedicated spaces. The exterior of the home is traditional with a wraparound verandah, and we followed through with traditional interior elements such as plain shaker doors and a butler’s sink, but also added contemporary elements such as matt black fittings. The living area ceiling was opened up and fitted with new spruce ceilings and cladded trusses with LED…

Klooftique began as a small, family-run antique store in 1973 and it was in this small store that the late Gerald Furman breathed life into forgotten pieces by carefully restoring them by hand. Klooftique still occupies the same premises and has become a respected brand synonymous with style, quality and sustainability. Klooftique’s skilful artisans manufacture each piece at the factory in Paarden Eiland – the luxury of this being that clients can specify their fabric, leather, size and specifications, within reason. www.klooftique.co.za Wanderlust Collectables started with the owner’s appreciation of the human creative spirit which fascinated her on her travels around the world. Based in Umhlanga, Durban, the store has fast become a firm favourite of home owners and decorators looking for unique, significant character pieces. Its range of quilts,…