Innholdsfortegnelse for Trends 2023 i South African Home Owner

Building on a vision that started with their first home, the owner wanted this property to be a “masterpiece”; something not seen elsewhere in the country. “We curated everything, and it's full of our ideas and travels.” As such, the home abounds with character and heart, providing a “safe zone” for this family. From the exterior of the home to its contemporary interior, the home exudes warmth and “je ne sais quoi”, explains the owner. While it boasts a combination of styles and decor influences, the dark chocolate-coloured ceilings are a distinctive feature. Chosen to highlight the home's architectural definition, the ceilings also reflect the owner's penchant for taking design risks. “There are at least six different interior design styles in this home, but they all come together as one.”…

Pablo Picasso, renowned for his cubist and surrealist paintings, said: “Colours, like features, follow the changes of the emotions.” But, colour also follows the mood of the moment and the Zeitgeist of a particular time. So instead of the usual single Colour of the Year, Plascon now offers a terrific trio – a Colour Combination of the Year – comprising shades designed to reflect a more nuanced mix of emotions. Dominant is “an uplifting, light hue with a balanced red-yellow undertone that lends a warm, fresh feel,” says Plascon's Suvasin Moodley. It's called Fun in the Sun – a tribute to our wish for optimism and happiness after a rough few years. The other colours include Sunkissed – “a softly shaded glowing yellow” - and Safari Sun – a “warm…

WINDOWS AND DOORS Fenestration has come a long way, baby! That's the word from experts in the field. Lucas van Wyk, CEO of Advance Fenestration, says the “light and bright” trend in interior spaces only gets more popular. “This is a priority for those who are either building or looking to renovate their home and give new life to an ageing space. “Floor-to-ceiling doors, large opening windows and as much glass as possible to bring as much of the outside in is what people want.” But glass is not lightweight. “Taking limitations and glass specifications into account, installing an aluminium window and door system will allow the height and weight of the large openings home owners are looking for.” He says products like European Aluminium Systems, manufactured in South Africa,…

OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT The perfect outdoor entertainment area will allow you to entertain guests all year round. With UV-resistant furniture, appliances that can withstand the elements, and other stylish updates, our experts share the various ways you can make the most of your outdoor spaces, no matter the weather. OUTDOOR KITCHENS Outdoor kitchens are a great feature for you to prepare meals and mingle with your guests at the same time. They allow you to maximise and increase the value of your outdoor space. Judi Hazel, marketing co-ordinator at Chad-O-Chef, says outdoor kitchens transform normal routines into new and exclusive experiences. “Daring designs, combined with ergonomic layouts and high-performance cooking appliances, will go a long way to making this area more comfortable for you and your family.” Hazel adds that top-end…

I've always looked at interior design as a form of art and love that I can use the field to feed my creativity. I jumped straight into it as soon as I had my degree. It started slowly, and as I grew as a designer and a business owner, my business and passion grew. I started with any project that came my way and now have a thriving business with the loveliest clients and fantastic projects. We are a full-service interior design agency, working on a project from design concept to finished installation. We offer consultations, as well as project management and procurement services. We aim to create interiors that tell our client's story and give them joy. We design and execute unique interiors for unique people, dedicating ourselves to…

During the hard lockdown of 2020, this family decided to move as they found themselves on top of each other with school and work now being done at home. “We realised the space was not ideal, especially as we did not know how long it would be this way. We yearned to create a space that gave everyone the freedom and comfort to do whatever they liked, wherever they liked,” explains the owner. “The chosen materials were selected because they intrinsically separate a house from a home, with a range of textures that the family adores.” Teeming with areas and spaces designed to be as eye-catching as they are warm and inviting, this family now has a home in which they can have family time and be able to separate…

INTERIORS Out with the cold, in with the comfort. If home and lifestyle changes in 2022 are anything to go by, tomorrow's interiors will continue to be lighter, brighter, and even more multifunctional, say industry experts. “Interiors are no longer purely designed and determined by visual appeal; it is all about creating comforting, purposeful and practical spaces with furniture and accessories that create easy living and enhance the mood. This calls for intuitive layering and texture, with more colour entering our homes,” suggests Lise Butler, head of design and development at Loomcraft Textiles. WARMTH AND WELLBEING “We're using our homes as refuges more than ever, and this is spurring the rapid adoption of Japandi – the intersection of Scandinavian and modern Japanese interior design styles – which thrives on minimalist…

END NOTE I started my career in the corporate world focused on business strategy and the impact of behaviour in business, so I spent a lot of time studying behaviour. I ran my consulting practice for 13 years before having the opportunity to develop my interior design skills. I never stop learning about people and what they need from a space, and why. In addition, innovation and evolution in materials and technology continue to impact my approach and what I do. Interior design is not about the designer, it is about you, the client. It is extremely important that you partner with someone who understands what you want and what you need to achieve, who is a good listener and who can evolve their process to improve the outcome. One…

Whether you are looking for standout pieces of artwork to fill your interior spaces, or a cuttingedge interior designer to curate a luxe home, there is no shortage of exciting South African creatives from which to choose. We meet two local creatives, artist Danisile Njoli and interior designer Chayneeka Jayawardena, each making an impact in their respective fields. DANISILE NJOLI Contemporary artist Danisile Njoli describes his creative process as spontaneous and semi-realistic – combined with a conceptual abstract component. With charcoal, acrylic and mixed media creations, his work is characterised by wild and vibrant colour and texture, which capture his subjects’ emotions and uplift the viewer's mood. As a creative, I always aim to think outside conventional trends by adding a twist to my craft. For me, it's about constantly…

KITCHENS Onee upon a time, the humble kitchen was merely a work zone – integrated, where possible, with other work zones such as the scullery, pantry or laundry. Social and technological advancements led to gradual changes: the fitted kitchen of the 1950s led to the kitchen diner or entertainer kitchen of the 70s, and by the ‘80s, the kitchen was the heart of the home. Today, the kitchen is the prime feature of a home. “Kitchens are far less about just where the food is prepared and dishes are washed; the kitchen is getting bigger and better and is the main focal point of the house,” says Roy Schüren of SA Sinks. Yet their design continues to evolve with innovative concepts to meet our changing needs, explains Tyrone Reardon of…

The correct lighting in a home can enhance spaces and create the perfect ambience. It can also impact the mood you are trying to set – dark and dreamy or light and airy and everything in between. We spoke to industry leaders about the trends for 2023 so that you can get the inspiration needed to ensure you hit the right switch when it comes to lighting up your home. BE BOLD AND DARING Expect bold and dramatic fittings on one hand, and then, on the other, keep an eye out for very slick lighting and soft accent lighting too. “One of the trends for 2023 is the use of bigger, bolder and statement-dramatic chandeliers to enhance your interior design,” says Tammy Maharaj, the interiors and lighting specialist at Chaleureux…

HOME CINEMA Some of the country's big names in the home automation and home cinema space share their thoughts on what lies ahead in the home entertainment-related tech arena in 2023. CONNECTIVITY AND INTERCONNECTIVITY The Internet of Things (loT) describes physical objects with sensors, processing ability, software and other technologies that connect and exchange data with other devices via communications networks. In your home, it means interconnectivity and remote operation of smart devices. HFX Systems director Eugene Oosthuizen says that loT is set to play a major role in home cinema and entertainment systems in 2023, which means that home networks need to be stable, secure and fast. “Home users will have to be mindful of preparing their networks to the highest spec possible. Wired LAN and Wi-Fi infrastructure will…