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bulthaup cape townLiving Kitchens (Pty) Ltd47 Somerset Road, Green PointCape Town 8005Tel. +27 (0)21 419 [email protected]
bulthaup johannesburgLiving Kitchens (Pty) Ltd9 Kramer Road, KramervilleJohannesburg 2148Tel. +27 (0)11 262 [email protected]
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This interesting loft apartment building in a rural setting is based on an “open-plan” layout. This lifestyle is especially popular with young couples. The occupants appreciate the rural peace, since both partners often have busy professional and personal lives. When they are at home, they enjoy entertaining and cooking with friends.
The apartment featured here has been fitted with a bulthaup b1 kitchen. The cabinets are finished in pure white lacquer. The laminate worktop of the kitchen island is also pure white and has been designed with a solid wood bar top made from Ash. The fine finish detail of the mitred back and side panels make the kitchen island seem like a sculpture in the room. The ceiling-high units in the centre of the space are finished on the back side and serve as a room divider. Ceiling-high wall units are also used along the wall to complete the kitchen.
To see what else bulthaup kitchens have to offer, please contact your African retail partner www.livingkitchens.bulthaup.com
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THE SOCIETY
This is the definitive guide to the key elements every stylish home should have
FABRIC LIBRARY
Our 2016 edit of the most beautiful and exciting fabrics available, in every shade, pattern and texture imaginable
DECO LAB: KITCHENS
Find your favourite kitchen looks in our in-depth special report on the modern heart of the home
DECO EAT: BRINNER
We’ve been playing with the most important meal of the day, and serving breakfast for dinner
MODERN MUSE
Steal the style secrets of the strong, modern women who we have a crush on
PAST MASTER
Explore a revitalised 19th-century apartment in Paris, complete with stuccoed ceilings and opulent colour
THE TREASURY
Enter the distinctive and treasure-filled Johannesburg home of designer Mia Widlake
SHANGHAI MOON
A city apartment that oozes depth and tranquillity amidst the bustle of Shanghai
ROCK THE KASBAH
Head to Tunisia to discover a bright and whimsical home of a French furniture designer
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ELLE DECORATION (ISSN 1028-9240, FEBRUARY 2016/MARCH 2016). Editorial contributions are welcome andshould be sent to The Editor, ELLE DECORATION, PO Box 15793, Vlaeberg, 8018. All due care will be taken with materialsubmitted but the magazine cannot be held responsible for loss or damage. ELLE DECORATION assumes noresponsibility to return unsolicited editorial, graphic or other material. All rights in letters and unsolicited editorial and graphic material will be treated as unconditionally assigned for publication and copyright purposes and material will be subject to ELLE DECORATION’s unrestricted right to edit and comment editorially. ELLE DECORATION is fully protected by copyright and nothing may be reprinted in whole or part without written permission from the publisher. While reasonable precautions have been taken to ensure the accuracy of advice and information given to readers, the editor, publisher and proprietor cannot accept responsibility for any damage or inconvenience that may arise therefrom.
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DECORADAR
LAURA WINDVOGEL Also known as Lady Skollie, this visual
artist is creating a stir around gender-based issues with powerful, honest art.What’s the best part of your job?
I get to create things that make the
world a more beautiful and interesting
place. Highlight of your career so
far? Collaborating with the Stevenson
Gallery and having my fi rst solo exhibition
at Worldart Gallery. Who should we follow on Instagram?
@sainthoax for his talent in combining pop culture, social media
woes and art; @erikbergrin for his love of masks, eye for detail
and curiosities; @teeth_dream for his fearless mark-making;
and @thevcg021 because they’re producing visual content for
Africa by Africa. Your dream kitchen has: A Smeg oven and
any KitchenAid appliance. We must Google: Rena Kanokogi.
x @ladyskollie
DANIEL BREITER Production Manager at Lalela Media,
the genius studio that has made the DECO podcast a reality.What’s the best part of your job?
Podcasting is still new in South Africa
so we have lots of room for creativity,
experimentation and can defi ne our
landscape. We often say it’s still the Wild West,
and who doesn’t enjoy playing cowboy? What’s
the next big idea? Affordable and advanced virtual/augmented
reality in everyone’s homes. Fail-proof tip for decorating your
house? I’m going to have to listen to the ELLE Decoration SA
Design and Decor podcast and get back to you. Who should
we follow on Instagram? @NatGeo for a world of adventure.
An artist and author come for dinner, who is attending?
Local artist Theodore Key and author Haruki Murakami – his
writing is surreal, with a fi rm grounding. We must Google: Ili pika.
@LalelaPods
MARC SHOTLAND Marketing Executive of Home Fabrics,
this is the man to talk to for the latest fabric trends, see page 29.Brightest invention of all time? The
Nespresso coffee machine. What’s
the next big idea? Wallpaper with
integrated glue so it can be easily
applied to a wall and easily taken down. No
mess, no fuss. Fail-proof tip for decorating
your house? Start with a white/neutral base that you can
build with colour and design as the seasons change. Your
dream living room has: Lots of space, high ceilings and
lots of wall panelling. Most inspiring quote? ‘Life begins
at the end of your comfort zone’ – Neale Donald Walsch.
An artist and author come for dinner, who is attending?
Without a doubt, William Kentridge and Paulo Coelho.
x @homefabrics_SA
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...wall, fl oors and ceilings by Oggie.
I hate to brag, but as it happens, I had the privilege of having
dinner with Li Edelkoort the other evening. My expectations of
her were unreasonably high, but she surpassed them effortlessly
and elegantly. I cannot explain how refreshing it was to meet a
woman I have revered for years – and reaped serious inspiration
from – to fi nd that she is just as magical and impressive in person
as I had imagined. Stirred by this gentlewoman, this – our annual
Ideas Issue – is a festival of change and newness. In many ways,
this means turning full circle and returning to the fundamental
principles of design and decor: the basics. We don’t need more,
we need better. We need to concentrate on excellence, resilience
and innovation. Always innovation.
The title of Li’s design and lifestyle forecast at the Design Indaba
was ‘The Emancipation of Everything’. Paying homage to this, in
this issue we salute compelling modern muses and echo the call
to rethink everything you do. Why can’t you eat breakfast for
dinner if it makes you happy? Seriously new ideas and a radical
shift in both design thinking and practice are urgent; we’d like to
see even more of that pioneer spirit that we as South Africans are
known for. You up for it?
Customise your home so that it is uniquely suited to your lifestyle
and becomes an effi cient yet comforting sanctuary. Paint with
shadow and build with space – and don’t overcomplicate things.
Constantly upskill. Make sure you get to know the materials you
are working with and revisit old tricks of the trade. But of course,
constantly be on the lookout for novel, more agile ways of doing
things. At the same time as we are challenging you to empower
yourself, it is very important to let the experts do what they do
best. We can’t be everything to everyone, and we certainly can’t
perfect every art: so pick your battles.
In line with the times, we also have a few new digital experiences
to offer you. Have you subscribed to our new decor and design
podcast yet? You can fi nd us on iTunes, or listen directly from our
site. This issue also marks the launch of our new augmented reality
experience. Be sure to download the layar app, so that you can
experience certain pages of this magazine with enriched media:
photo slideshows, music clips and the ability to click and buy.
Always aim to surprise and delight,
EDITOR'S NOTE
@biellebellingham
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this page: 'York' (31) R542/m, U&G Fabrics. ‘Silence Awhile’ 2015 Oil on canvas by Hei
Malone R3 980.80/m, Hertex. Scale of Ply kitchen Noji Architects noji.ie in collaboration
Bronze glass coffee table R7 300, Anatomy D
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Wooden tray R200; Arabia teapot R375; both Vamp Furniture Slab plate R200; Espresso cup R260; both Clementina Vase R250, Karizma Cellphone deck R450, Stable Cube pen by Tom Dixon R1 051; Cube stapler by Tom Dixon R1 295; both Créma Design
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Our digital offering has just gotten even more exciting! We've launched a new podcast so you can get your design fix on the
ride home, on your run or wherever, whenever really. Find us on iTunes: bit.ly/decorpodcast
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SHOPPINGELLE DECORATION's pick of current home buys – everything you need to stay in style
How stylish is your home? Take the taste test (p17) and then we present the best fabrics of the season in our oicial Fabric Library (p29). Find your favourite kitchen styles in our in-depth
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Arabesque, Vintage Collection
DECOINSPIRATION
Of Grown-upsTHE SOCIETY
this page from top left: ‘Standing upright’ and ‘Silence Awhile’, 2015 oil on canvas
by Heidi Fourie, Salon 91 Funky dining bench R13 203, Leon at CCXIX Bamboo silk
carpet R4 800/m2, Gonsenhausers Fine Rugs Zoe side table R7 500, La Grange Interiors
Rayon table lamp R22 287, OKHA
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First prize is to invest in statement art pieces that
pack a design punch. More importantly though,
collect pieces that make you happy.
PHOTOGRAPHS INGE PRINS PRODUCTION ILANA SWANEPOEL AND SANRI PIENAAR TEXT BIELLE BELLINGHAM LOCATIONS LA GRANGE, STILE MILANO, WEYLANDTS, CRÈMA DESIGN, LEON CCXIX
This is our definitive guide to the key elements that every self-respecting good-looking home should have. From your boudoir
to your lounge, we show you how to style your home like a pro
{ STATE OF THE ART }
this page from left: Tall mirror R800; Belgium fan mirror R6 000; both Karizma Granger mirror R4 850, Pezula Interiors Snake skin
wedge espadrilles R1 199, Witchery Black Lala loafer R1 249; Black heels R1 249; both Country Road Industrial clothing rail R2 795,
Weylandts Off-white polo neck R999, Trenery Lush pink jersey R999; Tanned knit dress R999; both Country Road Lace maxi dress
R1 799, Witchery Flower print dress R1 399, Country Road Golden basket R1 495, Pezula Interiors
opposite page from left: Queen flat sheet R1 695; Queen duvet cover R2 295; Queen duvet inner R1 995; all 100% linen from Weylandts
Hay Plus 9 throw R4 065, Crèma Design 3 Chamber standard pillows R395 each; Pallet bed R8 995; Grey marble occasional table
R2 995; all Weylandts Adler small frame R249; Loft marble dish R249; Aliz and Loop small marble vessels R549 each; Aliz oak paper
weight R249; Taya amber candle R299; all Country Road Borosilicate glass mug R65; Better Life bottle R125; both Weylandts
{ SMOKE AND MIRRORS }Don’t underestimate the power of
large and intriguing mirrors to add
more light to a space, as well as to
ramp up the glam factor.
DECOINSPIRATION
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{ WHITE AS A SHEET }When in doubt, ALWAYS go with crisp white
bed linen. By all means accesorise with an
audacious throw, but stick to good quality
white for the beautiful basics.
Scan this page using layar for a unique digital experience. See page
12 for step-by-step instructions
{ HOT DESKING }It’s a fact: sitting at a beautifully styled desk
will drastcally improve the quality of your work.
Make sure you keep it clutter free.
this page from left: Brass tripod R4 995; Monte cabinet R35 995; Art glass vase R795; Brass table R2 495; all Weylandts Blue Nano
silk carpet R12 000, Mae Artisan Rugs inside the cabinet from top left: All books The Book Lounge Guzzi flask R345, Vamp Furniture
Clay saving pots R389 each, Moroccan Warehouse Puppets R75 each, Antiques on Kloof Fish R450, Clementina Ceramic charmrest
R875; Purple glass vase R750; both Galleria Fortunata Brass oil can R45, Antiques on Kloof Leopard R2 500, Clementina Wax bowl
R400, Moroccan Warehouse Shibuya vase R2 690, Kartell Seedpot vase R600, Clementina
opposite page from left: Hay Copenhague desk R16 409.84; Hay About a Chair R5 702; Hay J107 chair R4 475; Foscarini
Gregg table lamp R5 037; Hay Tower Block sticky notes R435; Tom Dixon Tank highball glass R1 410 per set of two; Tom
Dixon Cog desk tidy R5 128; Hay Phi scissors R584; Tom Dixon Tool the Golden Rule ruler R259; Hay colour carpet R18 858;
all Créma Design
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DECOINSPIRATION
{ TOP-SHELF }Even in our digitally oversubscribed age,
bookshelves are an important and stylish focus for
any room. They are also an interesting display of
your interests and passions.
{ GREENHOUSE }Indoor plants are literally the easiest
decor trick in the book. They add
fantastic colours, shapes and life to
a room – not to mention all the other
natural benefits.
DECOINSPIRATION
this page from left: Shuttle console in smoked oak R12 995; Sheriff black desk lamp R3 950; both La Grange Interiors
Tic&Tac black clock R1 865, Kartell Arthur Edward Cantrell sculpture R24 000, Piér Rabe Eclectic Black cylinder floor lamp
R8 400, La Grange Interiors
opposite page from left: Vertical garden from R4 995/m2, Living Green Walls Hay Bella coffee table R5 470; Tom Dixon Beat table
lamp R14 265; Hay Don’t Leave Me table R4 277; Hee lounge chair R5 934; all Créma Design
THE IDEAS ISSUE ELLEDECORATION.CO.ZA 23
{ VIGNETTE }Add the finishing touch to a room by carefully arranging accessories
into a beautiful still life that sets the mood. Use any flat surface (a
demilune, bookshelf, countertop or window sill), and anything from vases,
sculptures, photos or other personal belongings.
this page from top left: Vitra Mariposa sofa R89 379, Créma Design 1960s drinks trolley R6 500, Karizma All alcohol Wine at
the Mill Plum cocktail shaker R2 435; Scent London candle R1 410; Tower pepper grinder R1 285; all Tom Dixon from Crèma
Design RCR Opera jug R369; RCR Prestige Karara glasses R349 each; RCR Fiona Diamond vessel R1 129; all Spilhaus Tom
Dixon cast mini jack R1 169; Lee Broom On the Rock glasses R1 345 each; all Créma Design RCR Prestige Fiesole decanter
R1 369; Bohemia Fiona Flame highball glasses R229 each; RCR candy box R429; RCR Opera tumblers R79 each; all Spilhaus
Tom Dixon Etch copper tea light holder R1 168, Crèma Design
opposite page from left: Chocolate box rug in green R39 000, Mae Artisan Rugs Servo Quadro coffee table R15 730; Pianca Joker
coffee table R27 000; both Stile Milano Hay Kaleido tray R1 035, Créma Design Form teapot R3 720; Form bowl and spoon R1 540;
Form milk jug R1 285; nut cracker R1 155; Scent Elements Water candle R1 869; all Tom Dixon from Créma Design Side plate R369;
Rocky ashtray R349; both Spilhaus
{ OFF YOUR TROLLEY }A well-styled bar cart will add panache to your favourite
six o’clock ritual. Curated with artisanal spirits, handsome
bar accessories and your most elegant glassware, this is
the ultimate in sophistication.
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{ ON TOP }The contents of your coffee table can define and personalise
your entire living room. You just need a few key accents –
perhaps a tray, a collection, or the requisite stacks of design
books – to create a focal point.
DECOINSPIRATION
{ TREASURE CHEST }Every home needs a charming chest of
drawers, whether antique or mod. Apart from
the obvious storage benefits, it also creates
the perfect opportunity for a little extra
creative styling.
GO ONLINE
to get more ideas of signature moments to recreate
DECOINSPIRATION
this page from left: Bentwood chairs R1 905 each, Tabletops Furniture Tablecloth R345, Arabesque Nu Casa dining table R16 995;
Cheetah dining chairs R2 795 each; White Seventy-one occasional chair R3 495; all Weylandts Brown jar R870, Cécile & Boyd Arabia
teapot R320, Vamp Furniture Tom Dixon Cog candle holders from R2 335 each, Créma Design
opposite page from left: Pianca Quadra sideboard R34 500, Stile Milano White Wiebke vase R2 394, OKHA Tic&Tac copper
clock R2 475, Kartell ‘Finding the black hole’, 2015 oil on board by Ronel de Jager, Salon 91
THE IDEAS ISSUE ELLEDECORATION.CO.ZA 27
{ FINE DINING }Your dining room is where some of the best memories of your life
will be made, so make sure your table will stand the test of time,
and can accomodate as many friends and family as possible.
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Textiles add an important element of softness and comfort to your home, but also need to be durable and reflect your life and style. Whether for upholstery and window treatments, accessories and bedding, make sure you know what
to use for what, and how to care for itPHOTOGRAPHS JESSIE BELL PRODUCTION SANRI PIENAAR PRODUCTION ASSISTANT HEIDI VAN BERGEN
‘Facet’ (Geranium) R5 499/m; ‘Spoutnik’ (Emeraude) both from the Architectonique Collection by
Boussac R5 840/m; both Mavromac
UPHOLSTERY
CURTAINING
ACCESSORIES
1. ‘Date Tree Stripe’ (Mesquite) by Ralph Lauren R5 723.26/m, St Leger & Viney 2. ‘Bistro Linen’ (Canvas) R 467.40/m; 3. ‘Brushed’
(Planetarium) R 798/m; both Hertex 4. ‘Vega’ (36) 36 R700/m, U&G Fabrics 5. ‘Zahra Zebra’ (Dandelion) from the Spice Market collection
R1293/m, Mavromac
EXPERT OPINION
Advice from @HomeFabricsSA:
Top textile trends for 2016? The colour palette
is made up of shades of pink, red, peach and
periwinkle (light blues). Denim has made a huge
comeback, as well as patchwork fabrics and
bold, colourful and distorted florals. You can
expect more chunky and woven fabrics, knits and
felt: this time with even more interest and detail.
Top tip when choosing upholstery fabric? You
need a decent rub count (25 000 and up). Also,
polyester will wear and handle sunlight much
better than a natural product such as linen, cotton,
viscose and silk. Choose a fabric with a backing
to it: this will help with durability and keeping the
threads from moving to much when in use.
Tell us about your local linen range Linen
Roots? It’s a 100% linen that is 30-degree
washable, suitable for full upholstery, accessories,
curtaining and slip covers. How to choose from
all the options available? Identify your area
and the purpose of application (whether it’s a
high traffic area). Then decide on what
style you would like to achieve: modern/classic/
French. Ensure that the fabric you choose will fit in
with your lifestyle, and then let your imagination
do the rest. If you’re not sure what to put with
what, stick to basic, natural colour tones such as
grey, beige and white for the bigger furniture
pieces, and then accessorise with a colour and
patterns that catch your fancy. How to look after
your fabrics? Different fabrics are constructed
from different yarns, and have different caring
instructions, so read the instructions. Keep out of
direct sunlight as the UV rays damage fabrics.
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Consider the weight, texture, light-
blocking or light-exposing qualities,
as well as the durablity.
It’s not all just about colour, pattern and texture
when it comes to choosing fabrics for the
home. Before you make your selection, ask
yourself some simple questions: What exactly
will it be used for? Will it be used in a high
traffic area? Will it be used regularly or just
when guests come over? What type of light
does the room have? Do you have any pets or
children? How much will you need and what is
your budget?
The fabric needs to be durable and
cleanable, and ideally be able to
withstand fading.
This is where you can express
yourself with colour and print, and be
slightly less concerned with durablity
and neutrality.
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LINENAs absolutely beautiful and
effortlessly chic as linen is (who doesn’t love linen?), this natural
fabric – produced from flax– soils and wrinkles quite easily,
so it’s best suited to formal living rooms, or low traffic areas. It’s simply timeless
though, and won’t fade or bobble. It’s definitely one
of our favourites.
1. ‘Belgique II’ stonewashed linen (Straw) R1 023/m, St Leger & Viney 2. ‘Bakoven’ (Sulphur) R1 573.20/m; 3. ‘Holistic Linen’
(Volcanic) R501.60/m; both Hertex 4. ‘Assisi’ (Lime) by The Gatehouse R728/m; 5. ‘Bernadette Crushed’ (Snowdrop) from the
Curtain Compendium R1 214/m; both Mavromac 6. ‘Voglia Linen’ plain weaves (Plum) R562/m; 7. ‘Belgique II’ stonewashed linen
(Rose) R1 023/m; both St Leger & Viney
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refers to the number of threads per square inch
of fabric. It is the density of the weave, and
thus the strength of the fabric. It indicates the
viable life of the cloth. Top 5 textile trends
in 2016? African, junglous, welvets, linen
and monochromatic. Reupholster or
slipcover? I like crisp shapes, so it would
be reupholstery for me. How do you know
when you need to change your fabrics?
When they show signs of wear and tear, or
faded pigments, and most definitely when your
overall interior needs an update.
METALLICMolten finishes and iridescent, glistening fabrics instantly add an air of modern sophistication
and finesse that just can’t be achieved by their matte
counterparts. Think rusty gold, bashful bronze and lustrous
silver used either abundantly or sparingly; it’ll do the trick.
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1. ‘Facet’ (Argent) from the Architectonique collection by Boussac R5 499/m, Maveromac 2. ‘Waldorf’ (Pewter) R630.42/m; 3. ‘Ritz’
(Metallic) R630.42/m; both The Silk & Cotton Co 4. ‘Sonar’ (Copper) from the Tonic collection R610/m, Home Fabrics 5. ‘Ketti’ (Royal
Purple) by Zoffany R3 160/m, St Leger & Viney 6. ‘Celestial Dragon’ from the Eden collection by Matthew Williamson for Osborne & Little
R7 686/m; 7. ‘Fontainebleau’ (WE7191/099) by Soleil Blue R2 952; both Home Fabrics
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Advice from @davidbbellamy:
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1. ‘Palma’ (Green) by Christopher Farr Cloth R4 406/m, St Leger & Viney 2. ‘Sweet ground water’ hand-painted fabric R1 100/m, bbellamy
& bbellamy 3. ‘Maui’ (Night Sky) R1 094.40/m, Hertex 4. ‘Emilio’ (Marble Zinc) by Fabricut R2 199.06, The Silk & Cotton Co 5. ‘Ginkoleaf’
(Chartreuse & Lemon) R912/m, Lula Fabrics 6. ‘Waterfall’ (Tranquil) from the Fiesta collection R1 094.40/m, Hertex 7. ‘Peykar’ (03) from
the Turandot collection R804/m, U&G Fabrics
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PAINTERLYChannel the liquescent shades and mottled sweeps of colour
associated with a blurred watercolour painting in your drapery. From inky to splash, veined to streaked, combine
fresh, tropical and ombre tones with hazy brushwork.
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Advice from @hertexfabrics:
Top 5 textile trends in 2016? From a colour
perspective, there is a leaning toward blues
and greens of all hues, as well as ice-cream
colours. Bling is still very in, and also look out for
Moroccan tile designs and tropical designs
combined with exotic birds. Top tip when
choosing upholstery fabric? For longevity,
consider a pile fabric that cleans easily, like
microfibre, chenille, polypropylene, or
polyester. Cottons and linens are often mixed
with polyester for durability, however pilling can
be an issue with these mixed yarns. They are
also generally piece-dyed, making fading a
problems as well. However, these fabrics are
fashionable and with the correct handling and
care, they will enhance your home. How to
choose from all the options available?
One should have a starting point, like a rug or
wallcovering or an item of furniture to build your
story around. If you have a blank canvas, page
through decor magazines until a certain ‘look’
resonates with you. You can just take it step by
step from there. How to look after your
fabrics? Regular vacuuming of both curtains
and upholstery is advised and no hard brushing
of upholstery, because this causes pilling. If your
couch is in direct sunlight it will fade, so blinds
should be drawn to protect your upholstery
from this. Reupholster or slipcover?
Slipcovers are very trendy and look good in
natural fabrics, vintage and brushed linens and
cottons, but beware as they’re not easy to clean
and refit.
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1. ‘Edith’ (Violet) by Donghia R6 914/m, Mavromac 2. ‘Drama’ (Teal) from Stonehaus Collection R342/m, Hertex 3. ‘Velvet Teatro’
(366) R1 324/m, Mavromac 4. ‘Palmette Art’ (Vieux Rose) by Misia R8 136/m, Hertex 5. ‘F6832-05’ by Osborne & Little R5 031/m,
Home Fabrics 6. ‘York’ (02) R542/m, U&G Fabrics
Royalty and the upper class were traditionally
the only people who could afford velvet,
owing to it’s high cost. Then it fell out of fashion
for a while, but it’s back with a vengeance:
both on the catwalk and on the couch. Use
velvet for upholstering furniture – from seating
to headboards – as well as for curtains and
wallpaper. It's incredibly versatile.
The fabric is easily damaged, so it should be
dry cleaned and carefully maintained. Store it
in such a way that you will not flatten the pile,
cause creases or forms lumps. It also requires
special care when sewing.
How to choose upholstery fabric?
Choose something that is timeless — not too
trendy — as well as hard-wearing.It’s easier and
more cost-effective to change scatter cushions
to update your look than to have to reupholster.
Also, !00% natural fabrics tend to move and
crease, but blends behave themselves a bit
more How to choose and work out how
much fabric one needs for curtains?
The fabric choice will dictate how long your
curtains will last. Get a professional to quote
and work out the quantities, as making a
mistake will be costly.
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1. ‘La Traviata’ (Citron) from the Opera collection R545/m, St Leger & Viney 2. ‘Arrugado Andaluz’ (Cobalt) by Christian Lacroix R5 328/m,
Home Fabrics 3. ‘Accord’ (Grape) R456/m; 4. ‘Pardus’ (03 Soft) by James Malone R3 980.80/m; both Hertex 5. ‘York’ (15) R542/m;
6. ‘Trance’ (Apple) from Boulevard Bliss Collection R1 166/m; 7. ‘York’ (31) R542/m; all U&G Fabrics
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VELVETA lustrous and luxurious textile that has been manufactured for
almost 4 000 years, velvet is regal and refined, plush and
vivid. Traditionally made from threads of silk, today there are many varieties available from splendid pure velvet through to more budget friendly velveteen,
velour and corduroy.
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Advice from @Silkandcottonco
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1. ‘Dakar’ (02) R674/m, U&G Fabrics 2. ‘The breast plumage of an African sparrowhawk’ R1 100/m, bbellamy & bbellamy 3. ‘Teo’ (02) R684/m,
U&G Fabrics 4. ‘Cooper’ (Ocean) by Larsen R3 993/m, Mavromac 5. ‘Sway in Signal/Steel’ R545/m, Skinny laMinx 6. ‘Memphis’ (Green) by
Christopher Farr Cloth R5 337.02/m, St Leger & Viney 7. ‘Carriacou’ (Multicolore) by Pierre Frey R7 064/m, Mavromac
AFRICANAdd some rhythm and zest to your interiors with culturally
rich prints, shapes, patterns and colours. You can go all out –
pattern on pattern on pattern – or introduce in smaller doses,
here and there as accents. This is where you can afford to be
a little daring, and celebrate the rich heritage of our country.
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Top 5 textile trends in 2016? Florals,
geometrics, tropical leaves, natural fibres
(like bamboo and hemp), and buying
locally produced fabrics. How does
one choose from all the available
options? Go for what makes your heart sing.
How to look after your fabrics? Keep
them out of the sun, wash slipcovers gently in
a cool wash and never tumble dry. What to
consider when choosing curtains? All
curtains look better when they are lined, so
you can choose a lovely cotton or linen, and
then protect it by lining the curtain.
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Top 5 textile trends in 2016? Bold, large-
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textiles in small runs, textiles with a story to tell
and fearless pattern-on-pattern action.How
to work out how much fabric one needs
for curtains? You need to factor in the area
above and to the side of the window recess, the
type of hanging system you will use, and also
that closed curtains must still have some drape
and movement. Reupholster or slipcover?
If the silhouette of the chair or sofa needs to be
crisp and tight, upholstery is the only choice.
But, slipcovers allow you to change your mind!
ANIMALFrom zebra stripes to snaky
skins, leopard spots and prancing monkeys, animal
prints always add wild appeal to swags and slipcovers. Opt for
unpredictable colour combinations and play with
scale. These fun and bold prints are great for studies, kids’
rooms and living areas – both smart and casual.
1. ‘M123 5 01’ (Parme) from the Capucin collection by Misia R6 732/m, Hertex 2. ‘Cobra’ (Cranberry) from the Wild at Heart collection
R1 146m, Home Fabrics 3. ‘Zebra’ (Aqua) R874/m; 4. ‘Giraffe’ (Burnt Red) R874/m; both Lula Fabrics 5. ‘Serpente’ (Mineral Ochre) from
the Celebrity collection R1 799/m, Mavromac 6. ‘Animalia’ (Blush) R758.10, The Silk & Cotton Co ‘Terranova’ (07) from the Teatro Velvets
collection R1 324/m, Mavromac
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1. ‘Lounge’ (TV 547 07) by Élitis R4 565/m, St Leger & Viney 2. ‘Axis’ (Lunar Rock) from the Astrology collection R1 208.40/m, Hertex 3. ‘Djinn’ (TV 553 49) by Élitis R3 669.20/m, St Leger & Viney 4. ‘Mariano Beige Scuro' by Fadini Borghi R3 869/m, Mavromac 5. ‘Ritz’ (Sparkle) R630.42/m, The Silk & Cotton Co 6. ‘Filament’ (Moonshine) from the Astrology collection R672.60/m, Hertex 7. ‘Tune’ (Copper) from the Tonic collection R610/m, Home Fabrics
DECOFABRIC
ETHEREALDress your windows in
diaphanous, gossamer sheers for a dreamy and otherworldly look and feel. Translucent and
gauzy fabrics are suited to a range of styles; from romantic vintage to fantastically modern.
They’re just not so great for privacy – so make sure you
keep it tidy.
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LET’S CHAT
Top five things to consider when renovating your kitchen?
Consider the look and feel you desire, such as modern or classic,
then research which companies specialise in this. Think about the
company’s product offering and interrogate the value given in terms
of functionality. Remember that the kitchen is not just a showpiece,
but a working element too. Consider the installation process and
the company’s after-sales service as, again, the kitchen is a working
element and guarantees and after-sales service systems are critical.
Finally, analyse your budget to decide what you can afford.
Top 5 trends in kitchen design?
• Less is more is the biggest trend.
• Open-plan design in which the kitchen is the anchor of the interior.
• Clean, modern lines which ensure a timeless look.
• Neutral colour palettes which feel calm and refined.
• Combining textures to give the space an authentic feel.
What are your dream kitchen appliances?
Fridge: Gaggenau integrated Vario 400 Series
Stove: Miele induction hob with panorama cooking zone
Taps: Blanco Eloscope
Gadget: Miele S5 Allervac Sensor 5 000 vacuum cleaner
How to know which contractor or company to use?
Do your research and shop around. Consider how long they have
been around, their reputation for their service and if you know of
anyone who has used them before.
Things to find out about your contractor before you hire them?
Communication is key throughout the project, so think about how they
have communicated with you from the start. Consider their reputation
outside of their marketing efforts. Look at what social media has to
say about them. Think about the value they bring in comparison to
their pricing. And finally, check out their after-sales service system, if
indeed they have any guarantees in place.
Top solution for countertops?
My go-to supplier of stone countertops would have to be Caesarstone
for its range of colours. A combination of concrete, or other textures,
together with Caesarstone slabs makes for an interesting space.
Top kitchen materials at the moment?
High gloss lacquer and satin lacquer are still popular core materials.
Combine these with a range of other materials such as stone,
aluminium, glass, textured timber and concrete for interesting accents
throughout a kitchen.
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EXPERT OPINION
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Blue Pearl granite slab R4 788/m²; Absolute Black slab R2 736/m²;
both WOMAG
‘GUARANTEES AND AFTER-SALES SERVICE
SYSTEMS ARE CRITICAL’
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Smart small appliances are an easy wayto update your kitchen. If you’re strappedfor storage space, why not make a display
out of your glossy, useful items.
These days energy saving is non-negso pick a product that has the bestrating and also matches the size you rCheck the label for its energy ratingood). You must change all your ligh
to energy efficient ones too.
If you have gone to the trouble of creating a gorgeous kitchen, your accessories need to look the part too. Polished or matte, black
and silver can do no wrong.
FORM & FUNCTION
ENERGY SAVERS
GREAT COMPLIMENT
Soho cutlery 4pc set R350, Woolworths Slate
paddle board R95, Weylandts 3-Ply stainless
steel pasta pot R3 700, Le Creuset
A high-tech, innovative kitchen faucetis a simple upgrade that offers greatconvenience. There are taps that filter waterand taps that heat water, and then thereare taps with pull-out spray elements andpivoting joints to allow you to fill that tallvase and direct the stream into the deepest
corners of your sink. Simply marvellous!
STILL WATERS
900 Premium stainless steel chimney cookerhood R2 399, DEFY 90cm Anthracite
Concert cooker R24 999, Smeg H6267 B CleanSteel CulinArt oven R19 999, Miele
Sensate Touchless kitchen faucet R9 920,
Kohler Mirus professional R3 580, Franke
Karbon articulating kitchen faucet
R23 030, Kohler
Retro 2 Slice Toaster in Glossy Black;
Glossy black retro kettle; both R2 199, Smeg
Barista Express manual espresso machine
R8 999, Yuppiechef
DECOLAB
Update a classic white kitchenwith accents ofnatural colour (think blondewood, texturedmarble and screed flooring) for a fresh,
harmonious and refined look. The airy styleallows feature design elements to enjoy
attention, while promoting a sense of tranquility
ALL WHITE
Chop your veggies and wash the dishes in one seamless area.Constructing a countertop and sink from the same material createsa smooth look that is easy to maintain and is incredibly durable. Goone step further and install an integrated sink. Here, the sink andcountertop are made from one piece of quartz, concrete or stainlesssteel and the sink has no lip. Choosing a faucet in the same colourfurther enhances aminimalist aesthetic.
Ottavo kitchen sink mixer by Quadro R4 880, Lavo Bathroom Concepts
TREND: SEAMLESS EDGE
Don’t be shy tointroduce different
shades and textures inyour all-white scheme.
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ULTRA Travertino Santa Caterina
The Ultra porcelain tile range from WOMAG is perfect for use in the
kitchen as counter tops. The Ultra tiles are 3 x 1.5m large and look like
marble. Finally, it is possible to have a marble-look top in the kitchen
without worrying about scratches and stains! The Ultra Arabescato
Statuario porcelain tile is also available in bookmatch. WOMAG stocks
many different marble looks in the Ultra range.
Terrific tops & tiles!
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Orso Grigio Phoenix Stone
The Deco tile revival is here and trending!
WOMAG has introduced a wide variety of
Deco tiles made from porcelain (as opposed to
ceramic) to ensure that your creations will last
and be talked about in years to come.
This new Moroccan-inspired tile range is suitable
for both wall and floor, making the use of Deco
tiles in the kitchen versatile – they can be used
as a decorative splashback or for a kitchen floor
with a difference.
Above: The Heritage collection - these beautiful tiles are available
in Heritage Mix, Heritage Black and Heritage Grey
Phoenix Stone brings affordable and durable engineered
surfaces to every home. Resistant to scratching, staining
and household acids like lemon juice, Phoenix Stone
allows one to work directly on the surface. Phoenix Stone
surfaces are available in an assortment of standard and
unique colours, as well as a marble-look, making it the
ideal top for the modern kitchen.
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ISLAND FLOOR PLAN
Divides large kitchens into smaller, efficient working zones
U-SHAPED KITCHEN
Efficient for one primary cook in a small space
Place the
sink near the
cooking area
Keep paths
obstacle-free
Have designated
areas for cooking,
and clean-up
Provide enough
space for movement
The island can be used
for preparation, or for
serving and entertaining
Match the island with
the rest of the kitchen
aesthetic
L-SHAPED KITCHEN
Perfect for loft-style apartments, entertaining and multiple cooks
Lighten up
dark corners
Keep the work triangle intact
Designate the longer
area for meal prepA basic principle for designing ergonomically, the kitchentriangle creates a seamless flow from one workspace to thenext. You should be able to draw a triangle between thestove, fridge and sink — the main work centres. When thesethree elements are in this configuration, the kitchen space is
easier to use, cutting out wasted steps.
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The kitchen island is the way forward; it createszones for cooking, eating and socialising tohappen gracefully in one space. Considerincluding a dining area or breakfast bar as partof your island, and don't forget to leave enoughspace for food preparation
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Small appliances and accessories are thebest way to express your personal quirksand tastes in colour and stylewithout dating
your kitchen. Think fun and funky.
High-shine appliances will work with anycolour scheme. Think functional, high quality
and energy efficient.
Choose pieces with character anda slightly more organic look and feel.Combine old with new, modern withvintage styles, and light with dark.
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You need a set of glassware that works foreveryday, but also for entertaining the best.There is nothingworse than drinking a good
wine out of a horrible glass.
CHEERS TO THAT
Vintage 24pc cutlery set R3 495; Terracotta
crockery from R45 per piece; all Weylandts
AD ceramic bread plate R200; AD
ceramic dinner plate R200; both Anatomy
Design 1.7-litre white whistling tea kettle
R1 500, Le Creuset
Stainless steel Piano Design gas hob R13 999,
Smeg Linea single bowl undermount sink
R2 736, On Tap Combi C330 ECO M fridge/
freezer R4 999, DEFY
Empire white wine glass 4pc set R249,
@home Leona decanter R395; Champagne
flute 4pc set R495; all Weylandts
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forBREAKFASTDINNER
Making breakfast for dinner seems oddly indulgent, and oh-so-liberating – it's a bit like drinking Champagne in your pyjamasPHOTOGRAPHS ADEL FERREIRA PRODUCTION & RECIPES GUSTAAF BOSHOFF FOR STIR FOOD STYLING EDUAN ROOS FOR a | CREATE
MATCHA AND COCONUT CHIA PUDDING
6 Tbsp chia seeds • 1 tsp organic matcha powder • 1 can coconut milk • ½ cup lightly sweetened desiccated coconut • 1 Tbsp castor sugar
Stir together all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate overnight, stirring after the first hour. Stir well and serve with double cream yoghurt
and toasted coconut flakes.
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Moss green steel plate R90, Pajamas & Jam Crystal Champagne coupe R40, House of Crystal
APPLE OMELETTE WITH CHEDDAR AND THYME
2 apples, cored and quartered • 1 Tbsp honey • 1 tsp dried thyme • 6 eggs, separated • 3 Tbsp flour • 3 Tbsp milk • 1 cup mature cheddar cheese
Heat a dash of olive oil, apples, honey and thyme in a frying pan on medium heat, and cook until apples are soft and caramelised. Set aside.
Whisk egg whites until they are foamy. Using a wooden spoon, mix in flour, salt, egg yolks, milk and cheddar. Melt a little butter to coat a thick-
bottomed pan. Pour in the egg mixture and place apples on top. Bake at 175˚C for 12 minutes.
Vintage copper pot R2 500; Stainless steel grid R750; Glass petri dish R150; all Pajamas & Jam Coaster R70, Gister
RICOTTA HOTCAKES WITH OVEN-
ROASTED PLUMS AND CRISPY BACON
4 eggs, separated and whites whisked to a stiff peak • ¾ cup milk • 1 cup flour • 1 tsp baking powder • ¼ tsp salt • 1½ cups ricotta, plus extra • 2 plums, pips removed and halved • 2 Tbsp honey • 6 rashes crispy streaky bacon
Place plums in a roasting tray, drizzle over the honey
and bake at 180˚C for 15 minutes. Stir together the egg
yolks, milk, flour, baking powder and salt with a fork.
Add the ricotta and mix just a little. Fold ricotta mixture
into egg whites (it should still have lumps of ricotta).
Drop half cup of batter into a oiled and hot frying pan
to make one hotcake. Cook both sides until they are
golden. Stack the hotcakes, crumble over the extra
ricotta and serve with plums and bacon.
Black Vista plate R99; Neo black vase R449; both Country Road Cast iron cup R199, Woolworths Coaster
R70, Gister
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CREPES WITH EXOTIC MUSHROOMS, KALE AND GOAT CHEESE
3 Tbsp salted butter • 2 Tbsp olive oil • 4 cups mixed exotic mushrooms • 1 small bunch kale, chopped • 2 cloves garlic, minced • 1 Tbsp fresh or 1 tsp
dried thyme • 1 Tbsp fresh or 1 tsp dried sage • 100g goat cheese
Melt two tablespoons of butter and the olive oil in a large pan over a high heat. Add the mushrooms in a single layer until they have caramelised
on the bottom. Toss once, season and cook for five minutes. Add one tablespoon of butter and the kale, cooking until wilted. Reduce the heat,
add the garlic, thyme and sage and cook for one minute. Serve on a crepe with goat cheese.
Marble tray R349, Country Road
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RIB-EYE STEAK WITH CHARGRILLED
CAULIFLOWER AND ROASTED GARLIC
• 500g dry-aged rib-eye steak • 200g whole cauliflower, cut lengthways • 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • 50g butter • salt and freshly ground black pepper • 1 whole bulb fermented black garlic, roasted
Heat a heavy-duty, thick-bottomed pan until it is
smoking hot. Season the steak only moments before
you fry it, as the salt can draw out moisture. Heat the
oil in the pan and add the steak. For medium rare, cook
for four minutes on each side, then add the butter. The
steak should feel slightly bouncy when prodded. Char
cauliflower slices on a hot grill for two minutes on each
side. Drizzle with olive oil, season and bake at 180˚C
for five minutes. Serve with whole roasted fermented
black garlic.
Black Vista plate R99, Country Road Ball bearing steel
knife R3 780, Odeon at The Watershed
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Not sure which herbs to use when? Aromatic, zesty and medicinal, we show you how to get the most out of your freshly picked greens
HERBAGE
Clockwise from
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Slab plate R200; both
Clementina Beechwood
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of three, Yuppiechef
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BASIL
Ocimum basilicum
Peppery anise flavour.
At the end of cooking,
scatter whole,
chopped or torn leaves
over bell peppers,
zucchini, chicken,
beef, fish or tofu.
Add to pesto, tomato
sauces and salads.
THYME
Thymus vulgaris
Pungent, slightly
minty flavour. Pair
sprigs or leaves (pull
through the tines of a fork
to remove leaves) with carrots,
peas, lentils, tomatoes, chicken,
beef or lamb. Add to soups, rice
and stews.
SAGE
Salvia officinalis
Slightly bitter with a musty mint
taste. Add sprigs to fat-rich
dishes such as duck, game, pork,
veal, roasts or marinades. Chop
up in stuffings or add to brussel
sprouts, eggplant and squash.
DILL
Anethum graveolens
Fresh, grassy flavour.
Use only the
leaves and add
at the end
of cooking.
Pair with
potatoes,
green
beans, fish,
seafood
and sour
cream.
Add to
omelettes,
yoghurt
dishes, potato
salads, pickles
and dressings.
CHIVES
Allium schoenoprasum
Mild onion flavour. Snip
and sprinkle over food
just before serving. Pair
with eggs, potatoes,
fish and shellfish, or
use as a garnish over
salads, soups, sauces
and risottos.
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MODERN
Confident, strong, humble and stylish, we've been dying to know just what the homes and wardrobes of these inspiring women look like. In a fabulous twist of the plot, we asked each muse to style her own portrait. They are real, they are intimate, these are the women who are doing what they love with grace
and elegance
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What is the quality you most admire in a woman? Resilience –
the ability to bounce back no matter what life throws at you. Who are your favourite writers? Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie for articulating
my life as a modern African woman so effortlessly in all her books, and
Arundhati Roy for writing one of my favourite books, The God of Small
Things. Which historical figures do you most identify with? Queen
Anne Nzinga of Angola, Wangari Maathai and Miriam Makeba. These are
all unbelievably strong women who defied the traditional view of the African
woman and took on roles they managed to excel at through sheer mental
strength. We still live in a highly patriarchal society so these women set
a brilliant example for young African women like myself to follow. What is your favourite room in your house? My bedroom – it’s my sanctuary.
The colours I picked for the walls (grey and lavender), the vintage bed and
vintage dressing table all resonate with my personal style. Tell us a story
of a defining moment in your life? I left Kenya to live in Japan for
a year when I was 20. Everything about Japan was new and foreign
to me, from the language to the people, culture and food – it was
incredibly exciting. When I moved back to Kenya three years ago, I felt
like I had to relearn almost everything. I had spent most of my twenties
in South Africa, created strong friendships and defined my social
habits. When I moved back I found that everything had stayed the
same, but I had changed. After trying to fit into the lifestyle I had left
behind and failing miserably, I had to think long and hard about who
I was and accepting that I had changed. This helped me to evaluate
many aspects of my life, especially my career. When I stopped trying
so hard to fit into the shape of the puzzle piece I had left behind,
I started to thrive, which led to me setting up my own business.
@silviatonui | x @silvia_wanderluster | fafakenya.co.ke
Having lived in Osaka, Chicago, Johannesburg and now Nairobi again, this Kenyan fashion marketer is fascinated by the possibility of creating something new out of nothing
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What are you wearing today? Rachel Comey mustard cords and
a striped turtle neck from Madewell. How does that matter, if at all? It
matters on days where I feel inspired to put an outfit together, seeking
connection to myself and my self-expression… or on days when I’m
pretending to be someone else at work. What is your morning ritual?Wake up, wee, meditate, drink a good coffee, put on music and check
my emails. What is your greatest extravagance? Fashion. What isyour most treasured possession? Freedom. Where would you liketo live? New York City, Paris in the 1960s, Big Sur, Istanbul, Vernazza,
Italy and Cape Town, of course. What is the quality you most like in awoman? Valiance. Who are your favourite writers? Sam Shepard, Walt
Whitman, Ayn Rand, Patti Smith and Aaron Sorkin. What is your motto?Actually, I can. Which historical figure do you most identify with?On a tough day, Albert Camus. On a good day, Christabel Pankhurst.
How would you describe your style? Classic silhouettes with a little bit
of whimsy. In high school, you would have been voted ‘most likelyto…’ Run away to the woods and start a commune. Tell us a story ofa defining moment in your life? When I was 18 and living in South Africa,
I applied to The Juilliard School and was granted an audition. I was ecstatic.
My aunt generously made the audition financially possible, so my mum
and I flew to New York City. I was ready and hungry, and nervously gave it
everything I had that day, but I didn’t make the cut. My big, fragile, ambitious
heart imploded. I felt like I had failed myself and everyone who had believed
in me. It was so important for me to have my expectations challenged like
that; for reality to sink into my bones. I don’t think I wasn’t talented enough,
too nervous or too foreign… it’s just that sometimes you can work your ass
off for something you really believe you are worthy of, and it still doesn’t
work out. It feels horrible and painful, but you bounce back and learn
that ‘the dream’ is a moveable feast. And that actually, everything’s okay.
@JodiAnneBalfour | x @jodiannebalfour
A South African actress living in Los Angeles, this self-confessed daydream-adventurer extraordinaire is a purveyor of home-cooked meals, chatty hikes and storytelling
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What are you wearing today? My mom’s old black Reebok shirt, jeans
and white leather sandals I bought in Brazil. How does that matter,if at all? It shouldn’t matter. You should be able to wear exactly what
you want and if it didn’t matter so much, some people would look
way more interesting. What is your morning ritual? My head feels
clearest in the morning so I try to get up as early as possible to wake
up slowly and write down ideas. What is your greatest extravagance?If I had one it would definitely be ridiculous designer sunglasses. Whatis the greatest love of your life? Imagination/fiction – everything else
can disappear or fall apart but that is something you have complete
power over. What are your most treasured possessions? My YouTube
music history and the photos I took during the year I lived in China.
It was life changing living so far away from what I was used to and
the photos still resonate in my work. Where would you like to live?South Africa is a very complex place and for now it’s Cape Town.
It feels most honest and challenging to make art in the place where
I grew up. What is the quality you most admire in a woman? I’m in
awe of women who aren’t scared of voicing their opinions even though
it might jeopardise their safety or people’s opinions of them. Who areyour favourite writers? I’m reading Jungle Jim, a bi-monthly African
pulp fiction magazine that publishes short stories from writers across
the African continent. What is your motto? It’s not what you do, it’s
how you do it. What is your favourite room in your house? The lounge
because it’s a shared space with the nicest light. Tell us a story ofa defining moment in your life? I travelled and worked for two years
after I graduated to figure out my art making process and to make
more art outside of an institution. The defining moment came when
I returned to Cape Town and Smith Studio offered me a solo show. It
was incredible to find out that my work left an impression on people.
@jangaigher | x @ jangaigher | smithstudio.co.za
Currently hard at work on her second solo exhibition, this emerging artist uses paintingto show how stories and histories are woven together
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What are you wearing today? Although I love heels, some days I need
something a little more comfortable. Today I’m wearing an Andrea Iyamah
poncho along with pants from Nigerian label Sisiano. What is your morning ritual? I’m an early bird – I’m usually up by 5am or 6am
latest. I say a little prayer and then check my phone for emails and
any urgent things I need to get to for the day. What is your nighttime ritual? By 10pm I am in bed. I might end my day with a movie or Facetime
with good friends to cool off from a long day. Who is the greatest love of your life? Family. Family over everything. Where would you like to live? If it’s not asking for too much, I’d say on the shores of Zanzibar, with
a living room that bleeds into an outdoor patio, inspired by the open
concept of Japanese architecture with furniture that has just the right
amount of colour, while whispering of African heritage. What is the quality you most admire in a woman? Confidence. It’s important for
a woman to be sure of herself and take risks regardless of what limitations
others may dictate. No one can see your dreams as clearly as you can.
Who are your favourite writers? To be honest, I’ve never really been
much of a reader, but I envy people who are. I have a very busy mind,
so I find it difficult to occupy myself with books. What is your motto? There’s always a better way. What is your favourite piece of furniture? My couch. It’s wide enough to seat all my girlfriends on movie night
and comfortable enough to nap on after a long day. Tell us a story of a defining moment in your life? I lost my father at a very young age. I grew
up in awe of my mother’s strength and I was determined to adopt the same
strength when I was faced with the things life throws at us. Losing such
a special person in my family brought about a bond between us, and we
have done nothing but support each other regardless of the circumstances.
@AndreaI__ | x @dumsy_ | andreaiyamah.com
Oozing tasteful confidence, the Canadian-based owner and head designer of a Nigerian fashion brand, Andrea Iyamah is a lover of art, indie music and good food
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What are you wearing today?AwhiteRichardNicoll lacewedding-inspired
summer dress, my A A K S Gore tote and Havaiana flip flops. What is yourmorning ritual? Boiled oats with milk for breakfast and complete
silence for at least two hours. What is your greatest extravagance?Food! I love croissants, but unfortunately we don’t have very good ones
in Ghana so every time a family member or friend travels, they have to
bring bags full of glorious croissants back home to me. What or whois the greatest love of your life? My greatest loves are art, music and
family. Where would you like to live? Definitely in a developing city, like
Accra. What is the quality you most admire in a woman? Patience.
Who are your favourite writers? Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and
Maya Angelou. What is your motto? I follow Mia Hollow’s words:
‘She was born wild and curious. A cage is no place for someone like that.
I play with the fire of my own truth, she told me. I’ll burn for the things
I love.’ What is the signatureofyourbrand?Craftsmanship,sustainability,
high quality finishes and a vibrant colour palette. What is your favouriteroom in a house? The balcony overlooking the city in my parents’
home, and my studio where I create my designs. What is your favouritepiece of furniture? The enormous cutting table in my studio that
was made especially for me by the carpenters who work my dad’s
wood factory. Tell us a story of a defining moment in yourlife? It would have to be when I left the comfort of a salaried
job in London to start up a business back home in Accra,
Ghana that I knew very little about. However, on reflection,
I am thankful that I trusted my curiosity enough to forge a new
path. Gaining the trust of the women’s weaving co-operative that
I work with to get them to buy into my vision of using raffia and adapting
their weaving techniques to suit the fibre was challenging in
the beginning, but ultimately incredibly rewarding.
@AAKShandcrafted | x @a.a.k.s | aaksonline.com
This Ghanaian fashion accessories designer and founder of the distinctly African brandA A K S, a line of handcrafted bags, cherishes the freedom that comes with creativity
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What are youwearing today? I always wear jeans with a shirt or a sweater
and sneakers on weekdays, and today is no different. It suits the work I do
and my lifestyle in general. We use our bikes to get around and working in
interior and magazine production often keeps me on my feet. What is yourmorning ritual? I start every morning at 6am with a cup of coffee with
soya milk. I wish I could say something healthier like a green juice, but
I just really need coffee to start my day. I take it with me to the bath
and have some precious me-time for half hour. What is your greatestextravagance? I love good food and dining out. Copenhagen is filled with
extraordinary restaurants, often with the most interesting interior settings.
What is your most treasured possession? Perhaps the piano that
I inherited from my grandmother, or rather… my wedding ring. Who areyour favourite writers? I studied Danish literature at university and have
always loved quiet Danish writers such as Ida Jessen. From an international
perspective, Canadian Alice Munro is an absolute favourite. What is yourmotto? Just do it (and do your best). What is your signature? I try to
be dedicated, passionate and professional in everything I do. Whichhistorical figure do you most identify with? Simone de Beauvoir
maybe... What is your favourite room in your house? I live in a beautiful
old block built in 1905 and my apartment has a small, elegant room next
to the kitchen, which may have been the maid’s room. It’s my daughter’s
room now, but I sometimes sneak in and sit on the bed just to enjoy the
light. What is your favourite piece of furniture? I love my Safari chair,
designed by Danish designer Kaare Klint in 1933. I sit in it when
I read or just want to relax. It is a beautiful chair. It is so light and still
so comfortable. How would you describe your style? I think my style
is very Scandinavian – minimalistic but still warm and feminine.
@metteskjodt | elle.dk/decoration
The interior director at Danish ELLE Decoration, this voguish gentlewoman livesin Copenhagenwhere art, architecture and design can be a part of her daily life
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What are you wearing today? I had to climb a mountain this morning,
so I am wearing an old pair of shorts and an even older T-shirt, with spotty
socks and sneakers.Howdoes thatmatter, if at all? Yes it does matter,
but just not to me anymore. I love fashion and wish I had more of
a personality to wear crazy, colourful and beautiful clothes. But I have
worn the best, and now am happy in jeans and a T-shirt. What is yourmorning ritual? I wake up with the birds at 5:15am, go downstairs and
makecoffeeand thekids’ school lunches. I spend timeonsocialmedia, and
then make tea for my two kids and take it to them in bed to wake them up.
We leave the house at 7am, them to school, and me for a bike ride or spin.
What is your greatest extravagance? Spending time on my own. And
silence… I love silence. What or who is the greatest love of your life?I love all three of my children more than anything. Their safety, happiness
and well-being is hugely important to me. I also love my past and can’t
wait for my future to be my past so I can wallow in that too. What is yourmost treasured possession? I love all my stuff. I love my photographs
and cameras and bits and pieces throughout my home… some are worth
something, others I have literally picked up off the ground. What is thequality you most admire in a woman? Strength and the ability to own
your power. The older I get, the more female friends I find. We all support
each other emotionally. What is your signature? I am shy and I don’t
like to draw attention to myself. I suppose I am more classic; less is more,
understated.Which historical figure do youmost identifywith? Joan
of Arc was pretty cool. Pirates and seafarers too – just imagine thinking the
world was flat and still choosing to set sail. Any brave, crazy person really.
@josieborain | x @JosieBorain | www.josieborain.com
A self-professed voyeur, Josie feeds off the things and people that inspire her. In love withthe arts, mainlymusic and photography, she hates egos and self-righteous beings
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Ikat, an Indonesian woven pattern of dyed textiles with
a storied history in both Eastern and Western cultures,
has long been associated with wealth and prosperity.
Referencing the global appeal of these fabrics found on
journeys along the famed Silk Route, French luxury
brand Hermès has created a porcelain dinner service at the
crossroads of East and West. Decorated by craftsmen in
France, more than 20 hues of lush jewel tones (sapphire,
ruby and emerald) and 24-carat matte gold overlap in
intricate designs.
SEATING | TARGA BY GAMFRATESI
TABLEWARE | VOYAGE EN IKAT BY HERMES
Inspired by the tactile quality of heavier fabrics, Raf Simons use
glamourous upholstery fabrics produced by Danish textiles sp
Kvadrat to create suits and coasts in his Autumn/Winte
collection. Now he brings his exceptional sense of style to the ho
a collection of textiles and accessories that are both sophisticate
playful. It shows a strong interplay between colour and weave,
emphasis on texture and sculptural shapes. The colloboration be
Kvadrat and Raf is built on a mutual appreciation for fine craftsma
reflecting Kvadrat’s commitment to quality and Raf’s refined eleg
kvadratrafsimons.com | x @rafsi
FABRICS | KVADRAT/RAF SIM
Kitchens are becoming increasingly central in modern homes.
With this in mind, Tokujin Yoshioka’s transparent cooking space
offers an open concept for preparing meals, while providing
units for displaying pots, crockery and glassware. The design
comprises several modules that are brought together
by a steel grid and finished with a veil of smoked glass.
tokujin.com | @TokujinYoshioka
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Founded by British-Finnish design duo Jo Wilton and Mirka Grohn,
&New is a furniture brand producing modular, multifunctional and
colourful steel pieces that add a touch of pep, order and comfort to
living spaces. Distinctly modern with elegant lines, the airy designs
combine an aesthetic of British wit and Nordic simplicity. &New’s
collection is recognisable by its minimal powder-coated steel form.
‘Steel was the perfect material for us’, says Jo. ‘It has the strength,
purity and delicacy we were looking for to produce pieces that are
long-lasting and strong, as well as beautiful.’
andnew.co.uk | @andnewfurniture
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Spanish artist-designer Jaime Hayon’s esteem and knowledge of
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the boundaries of many media and functions, resulting in
collections for very diverse clients. He has melded his concern
for the conservation of craft skills with high-end companies
concerned with the evolution of their work. His ranges of furniture,
lighting fixtures, accessories and wristwatches, as well as his
thought-provoking interiors, have put him at the forefront of
a new wave of creators that are blurring the lines between art,
design and decor. His main interest is to continuously find new
challenges and perspectives.
hayonstudio.com | @HayonStudio
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Numi marks the start of the collaboration between Italian tile company Mutina and
Konstantin Grcic, as well as the designer’s first foray into ceramic surfaces. The collection
consists of squared tiles with a different, partially glazed geometric form, in six dusty
colours. These shapes create a pattern that magnifies the architectural space in which they
are installed. Also part of the collection, the smaller Numini are characterised by an
embossed pattern on a smooth finish, and the mosaic pieces are made in homogenous
porcelain stoneware. In their arrangement, each shape is laid in the same way to emphasise
light and shadow.
mutina.it | @mutinaceramics
WALLCOVERING | NUMI BY KONSTANTIN GRCIC FOR MUTINA
Driven by their desire to challenge the
traditional design of the table, Ronan
and Erwan created an innovative table
leg that allows for various types and
sizes of tabletops. The wooden
element holds up the vertical load and
bent steel banding provides diagonal
support, the interplay between wood
and metal creating a light appearance
and distinct silhouette.
bouroullec.com | @artek_global
FURNITURE | KAARI BY RONAN AND ERWAN
BOUROULLEC FOR ARTEK
This elegant double bed is a conversation
between function and poetry. It boasts
sumptuous fabrics, which are clearly
visible in the geometric shapes of the large
upholstered headboard that resembles
finely sculptured wooden panelling. Carlo
took his inspiration from women in India
who dye and plait large swathes of fabric.
The headboard is available in two versions
and can be supplied in fabric or leather
with a removable cover.
flou.it | @Flouspa
BEDDING | MAJAL BY CARLO COLOMBO FOR FLOU
Industrial designer Jasper Morrison creates understated,
useful and responsible products. Drawing formal and
functional influences from the moon, Superloon appears as
an impressive flat disc of light. Using edge-lit LED
technology, the light is mounted on a tripod and rotates
through 360 degrees. The gyroscopic axis allows the light
to be directed in infinite directions, and the light it gives out
is broad and diffused. The intensity and colour temperature
can be controlled using the optical sensor, making it ideal as
an ambient and reading lamp.
LIGHTING | SUPERLOON BY JASPER MORRISON
The French designers’ range of outdoor furniture is made up of
13 tables, chairs, sofas, stools and benches that are made from
powder-coated tubes of steel – round for the frames and rectangular
for the slats of the seats – in three colours. ‘We conceived the
collection without a specific context in mind, and hope it will perform
well in a wide variety of environments,’ they explain.
bouroullec.com | @Bouroullec
OUTDOOR | PALISSADE BY RONAN AND ERWAN BOUROULLEC
FLOORCOVERING | CEMENTILES BY INDIA MAHDAVI FOR BISAZZAReflecting French designer India Mahdavi’s creativity and playfulness, her charming collection of
decorative tiles allows for a kind of visual dialogue between the components. Optical graphic
motifs, with sleek lines and bold colour combinations, show aspects of Pop and seventies
inspiration. Tiles with stripes, polka dots, bubbles, squares and multi-coloured patterns in
undulating shapes create a dynamic effect through endless repetition. Each cement tile is
handmade, fusing design and craftsmanship and revealing a refined trendiness.
This interactive shower control eliminates the need for
various control units by incorporating four separate
functions into a single control system. The device
allows users to easily control the shower settings,
water temperature and water flow, and also
revolutionises how such controls are used. Simply tap
the large buttons (with symbols for added simplicity)
with a finger or elbow and the water flows.
hansgrohe-int.com | @barberosgerby
BATHROOM| AXOR ONE BY EDWARD BARBER AND JAY OSGERBY FOR AXOR-
HANSGROHE
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EXPLORING THE HISTORY OF A COLOUR: PURPLEThat royal hue, purple has its origins in the humblest of places, and even quite by accident. Of love, intoxication and penitence, this shade invites
us to see beyond that which our mere eyes can conceive
For both Shakespeare and Jimi Hendrix purple was a heady hue
evoking powerful intoxication. In Antony and Cleopatra, Shakespeare
paints the sails of the Egyptian queen’s barge a seductive purple, ‘so
perfumed that the winds were lovesick with them’. In his 1967 hit
song Hendrix describes the disorientation of love or intoxicants as
‘purple haze’. The Ancient Greeks believed that purple amethysts
offered some defence against intoxication and therefore fashioned
wine glasses from the gemstone.
Amethyst amulets were worn by
medieval soldiers who believed
that it helped them keep a cool
head in battle and – failing that –
assisted in healing their wounds.
Purple is a composite colour,
produced from mixing the primary
colours of red and blue. It differs
from violet, a spectral colour. Violet
has the shortest wavelength and is
situated at the end of the visible
spectrum – for humans that is. Our
eyes have three photoreceptors –
red, green and blue – enabling us
to enjoy a palette greater than that
of our pet dogs with their two
photoreceptors, but smaller than
that of bird and insect species.
Incredibly, butterflies have five
photoreceptors and can see
ultraviolet, which has a shorter
wavelength than violet. The UV
vision of insects enables them to
see colours and patterns – invisible
to human eyes – on flower petals
which guide them to the nectar.
Nature presents us with
a myriad shades of beautiful violet
and purple, and for centuries our
ancestors extracted dyes from
plants. Ancient Egyptians and
Gauls used blueberries and
blackberries to make purply fabrics, and European common folk used
mulberries to dye clothing. Orchil lichen was used by the Greeks and
Hebrews of old to produce a red-violet dye by treating the moss with
an ammoniac – mostly urine. None of these natural dyes, however,
produced the lasting colour or magnificent intensity of Tyrian purple.
Named after the ancient city of Tyre in present day Lebanon, this
dye is produced from tiny molluscs of the murex family found in the
eastern Mediterranean. For more than 3 000 years these snails were
harvested to produce dyes in shades of violet and deep plum. The
creatures were boiled in vats to release their toxic mucus, which turns
purple on contact with oxygen. To make just one gram of Tyrian purple
up to 12 000 murex snails were needed, hence the high price. Along
with the beautiful colour, the extraction process released a terrible
stink – a fishy side-effect that never quite left the coloured garments.
Due to its cost and rarity, purple exclusively became the colour of
royalty and power. Roman emperors wore purple togas, Byzantine
rulers bedecked themselves in crimson purple and their palace in
Constantinople even had a purple
birthing chamber. From the time of
Caesar to that of Queen Elizabeth I,
purple was the most restricted
colour of all: under the Roman
emperor Nero this sumptuary law
was enforced by death.
This then changed with the
development of synthetic dyes,
making purple cheaper and more
readily available to the masses. The
first synthetic dye, mauve, was
accidentally produced in 1856 by
Henry Perkins, who was trying to
make artificial quinine from coal tar
when he produced a black residue
that turned white silk lilac.
Perkins’ mauve hit the market
just in time for the purple craze of
the 19th century during which
women’s fashions in Europe and
the UK embraced lavender and lilac
hues. The dictates of Victorian
mourning codes also boosted sales
as widows and widowers could
now wear purples for the period of
half-mourning that followed the
customary year in black.
Due to its historic association
with royalty, purple gained
connotations with opulence and
vanity, but it also became the
colour of penitence; violet being the
liturgical colour of the Advent and Lent in the Catholic Church.
In South Africa purple unexpectedly became the colour of revolution
during the dying days of apartheid. On 2 September 1989, at a mass
protest against racially segregated elections, a protester seized control
of a police water canon and redirected its jet of purple water. Dyed to
mark protesters for later identification and arrest, Philip Ivey thwarted
police plans, instead painting purple the Cape Town headquarters of
the National Party. By the next day, in a wordplay on the Freedom
Charter’s declaration ‘The people shall govern’, graffiti on city walls
announced: ‘The purple shall govern.’
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R50 000, Casarredo 4. Johnson Wax chair R4 327, Cube Gallery 5. Decorative trays from R649, Stable 6. Focus coffee table R30 780, Roche
Bobois 7. A trio of round mid-century stack stools R3 250, Vamp Furniture 8. Gallotti & Radice Tetris coffee table from R14 000, Casarredo
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this page A green velvet sofa
by Elsa Gullberg is the focus in
the living room. The coffee table
and lacquered white wooden
stool are by the homeowner’s
design company, Laplace & Co,
and the 1950s blue glass floor
lamp is by Venini. The black
leather daybed is by Eileen
Gray at ClassiCon
this page The floor lamp
is a rare piece by Mathieu
Matégot from 1955. The only
gold accent in this home is
the mirror above a sumptuous
marble fireplace opposite
Homeowner, Luis Laplace
HOMEPARIS
n Paris’ 9th arrondissement, within walking distance to the Paris Opera and the Saint-Lazare train station, in the tranquil Place Saint, is an imposing late 19th-century building. Home to Parisian architect Luis Laplace, the interior of this prestigious 200m2 apartment is testament
to his design aptitude and flair. ‘We are in le quartier de la Nouvelle Athènes, the
cultural centre of 19th century Paris,’ says Luis, who lives and works in the same edifice with his partner in business and life, Christophe Comoy. ‘Our studio is on the ground floor, but the house is the real showpiece of our business. Constantly evolving, it displays our personal choices in terms of interior design.’
The apartment creates a direct rapport between the past – spectacularly represented by the immaculately restored stuccos – and the present, interpreted by a selection of made-to-measure furnishings and classics of modernism. ‘When we arrived these spaces were completely empty. We removed the phony decorations that concealed the original stuccos and uncovered the period boiserie, restoring the typical Haussmannian character of the place,’ Luis explains.
He decided not to alter the original structure of the house; an elegant residence arranged along a corridor that delimits the main rooms lengthways and ends in the dining room, positioned crosswise to follow the perimeter of the building. The rooms of the living area all overlook the Place Saint-Georges and the historic Hôtel de la Païva, a reminder of the city’s long and illustrious past.
The context is decidedly elegant, but then so are the interiors, showing attention to every detail. ‘The charm of the apartment is certainly intensified by the tall, decorated ceilings, and by the layout of the rooms,’ explains Luis. As in many houses of this period, great care was taken over the public spaces: the living and dining rooms, the library and the adjacent study.
In contrast to the majestic size and decor of these public spaces are the smaller proportions of the private rooms, to which Luis has lent additional character through his use of colour, from walls painted grey or putty-yellow, to furnishings in bold monochromes. ‘These were impulsive choices, based on our mood,’ he jokes, yet it is clear that nothing was left to chance. ‘Our priority was to maintain the original character of the house without forsaking contemporaneousness. So we eliminated all the overlaid gilding, and renovated the parquet by stripping and treating it with a natural oil so that it looked well-worn and modern at the same time.’ A carefully balanced mix of past and present is the leitmotif of this home.
‘For the furniture, we chose pieces of Italian, French and Scandinavian modernism, and combined them with tailor-made pieces from our Laplace & Co range,’ Luis continues. This choice satisfies his desire to personalise every detail in his home, while also showcasing the style of the Laplace studio. ‘We do architecture and interior decor, but we also design furnishings for our clients, and select items for collection from all over Europe,’ he explains. It’s this passion for overseeing every feature of a project – whether it’s in his own home or for a client – that has resulted in a refreshingly composed apartment.
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‘A CAREFULLY BALANCED MIX OF PAST AND PRESENT IS THE
LEITMOTIF OF THIS HOME’
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this page Baroque stuccos
form the living room’s
backbone, completed by
a pair of sleek Scandinavian
modern armchairs
‘OUR PRIORITY WAS TO
MAINTAIN THE ORIGINAL CHARACTER OF THE HOUSE WITHOUT FORSAKING
CONTEMPORANEOUSNESS’
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this page The dining table,
also designed by Luis, was
crafted from iron and glass.
The lacquered metal chairs
are 1950s collectables
and the Potence Lamp is
by Jean Prouvé from Vitra
opposite The entrance hall
is characterised by French
parquet flooring, leading into
the large dining room. The pink
artwork is by Luis
‘WE REMOVED THE PHONY DECORATIONS THAT
CONCEALED THE ORIGINAL STUCCOS, RESTORING THE TYPICAL HAUSSMANNIAN CHARACTER
OF THE PLACE’
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HOMEPARIS
this page The studio doubles
as a library with a bookshelf
by Lips Vago and an Arco floor
lamp by Achille e Pier Giacomo
Castiglioni opposite The
guest bedroom is decorated
with Swedish sculptures,
drawings and ceramics, and
the vintage bedside lamp is by
Carlo Scarpa
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Mavromac 4. Duck Blue Brick vase by Vanessa
Mitrani R6 500, Casarredo 5. Olive bottle lamp
base R4 400, La Grange Interiors 6. Octagonal
side table in mild steel epoxy 300mm R2 100,
LIM 7. Hexagon side table mirror R2 999,
@home 8. Beechwood and high gloss console
R18 500, Isabelina 9. Nicci armchair with swivel
base R29 385, OKHA
opposite 1. M 175 French gold mantel mirror
R6 999, Le Chateau 2. Wall decoration D140
from R800 per set, Capco 3. Restart wall light
R4 200, Anatomy Design 4. Bison dining table in
oak R59 677, OKHA
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Mimosa & Cardamon
Home Candle from Jo Malone
this page The sunroom is tiled
in monochromatic black and
white tiles from Union Tiles.
Homeowner Mia Widlake found
the metal cabinets, that come
from an old button factory, in
the US, and the map drawer
at Zekes Antique opposite
Mia with her son, Oliver, and
daughter, Stella
THE TREASURYThe distinctive Johannesburg home of a self-confessed
treasure hunter is an idiosyncratic space filled with cherished possessions – a testament to a career of collecting
PHOTOGRAPHS ELSA YOUNG
TEXT KERRYN FISCHER/ FRANK FEATURES
HOMEJOBURG
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this page top left Large
arched windows fill the
living room with natural
light, and the coffee table
is a vintage American
transport trolley bottom
right The outdoor area is
perfect for summer dining
he home that designerMiaWidlake shares with her husband, RuiAlves, and their two young children is something to behold. Filledwith a collection of vintage andupcycled items, it is a truly originaland intriguing space.‘I’m a bit of a dumpster diver,’ laughs Mia by way of explanation.‘Ihavealways likedoldthingsasthere’sawonderfulsenseofhistoryand authenticity to them.’Her love of all things vintage grewwhenshe lived in the US. ‘I would go to these shows in Boston where
therewouldbe12 football fields full of furnitureandvintagepieces,’ she says.‘I learnt quickly how to spot a gem.’ She has used this to spectacular e�ectin the range of lighting, furniture and accessories she designs under her ownlabel, Studio 19.Her mercurial mix of new and old is evident throughout her home, too.
On two levels, the house is a typical 1970s Hacienda style right down tothe roof tiles and bougainvillea. And while Mia and Rui weren’t initiallythat enamoured with the Spanish flourishes, they loved the elegance of thearched windows and could see past the avocado bathrooms and low Swiss-style kitchen cupboards.‘At first we just painted the entire house white,’ saysMia. ‘Then gradually
we started to make changes, such as replacing the red stoep paint floors inevery room with oak laminate floors.’ They also ripped out the kitchen,replacing it with navy cupboards and marble countertops, and breakingthrough into the dining room to create a better sense of flow. ‘Most recentlywe created a sun room inwhatwas anoutside courtyard,’ explainsMia. ‘Thedining roomwasalways abit dark, soweput in a glass conservatory roof thathas totally transformed the living areas.‘We never thought that storage would be a problem as the house seemed
to have ample cupboard space,’ addsMiawith awry smile. ‘It was only afterwe had moved in that we discovered they were so narrow that you couldn’tfit much into them.’ To this end, a built-in bench that runs the length of thelivingroomwindowshasoak tops that lift to reveal storage,while thekitchenisland is another smart storage solution, holding everything from kitchenappliances toMia’s sewingmachine.Upstairs there are four bedrooms and two bathrooms, appointed with
more ofMia’s stylish finds and resourceful decorating. ‘My style has evolvedover time, with what I have been able to a�ord or inherited and what hassuitedaparticularstageofmylife,’ shesays. ‘Iholdontothembecausethey’reredolent of aparticular stage inmy life and therefore sentimental.’APinterest addict,Mia’s owndesigns featureprominently throughout the
house too, fromwall lamps toart, ceramics, cupboardsandoccasional tables.‘I prize craftmanship and quality in my own range above all else. This hasfuelled my love of hand-me-downs for so long – there’s a provenance andauthenticity to old things that is often lost in a modern piece.’ It’s this self-samecare, quality andartistry thatmakeRui andMia’s house ahome.
‘I’M A BIT OF A DUMPSTER DIVER. I HAVE ALWAYS
LIKED OLD THINGS AS THERE’S A WONDERFUL SENSE
OF HISTORY AND AUTHENTICITY TO THEM’
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HOMEJOBURG
this page A conservatory roof
lets light into the sunroom. The
lounge has a black geometric
carpet from Gatehouse, old film
reels on the wall and a two-tone
slipper armchair, which was
a charity-store find. The kitchen
and dining room are raised
above the living areas, which
helps to define the spaces.
Indoor plants add an extra
dimension to the room
this page Mia leans against an
antique map drawer which stands
beneath a pair of her Zig Zag pendant
lights opposite The kitchen was
renovated, now sporting navy blue
cabinetry, open shelves, marble
countertops and barstools from Tolix.
A central island is a smart storage
solution, holding all appliances.
Mia added her personal touch with
framed prints, breadboards and
wall-mounted lights
HOMEJOBURG
‘I PRIZE CRAFTMANSHIP AND QUALITY IN MY OWN
RANGE ABOVE ALL ELSE. THIS HAS FUELLED MY
LOVE OF HAND-ME-DOWNS’
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HOMEJOBURG
‘THERE’S A PROVENANCE AND AUTHENTICITY TO OLD THINGS THAT IS
OFTEN LOST IN A MODERN PIECE’
this page Light, subtle tones prevail
in the main bedroom. The headboard
is upholstered in black-and-white
batik fabric opposite top right The
staircase is covered in oak laminate
flooring bottom right Mia designed
the two blue cabinets that run the
length of the bedroom wall, and Rui
painted the artwork. A stretched
wool art piece sits behind a lamp
from Weylandts
HOMEJOBURG
‘MY STYLE HAS EVOLVED OVER TIME, WITH WHAT I HAVE
BEEN ABLE TO AFFORD OR INHERITED AND WHAT HAS SUITED A PARTICULAR STAGE OF MY LIFE’
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this page and opposite
Formerly a garage with exposed
trusses, Mia’s studio holds an
Ikea table and lamps from La
Grange Interiors. She bought the
leather-and-steel chairs in the
US, and fitted the mirror into
a wooden drum ring
this page The furniture and
decor accessories were all
chosen carefully to fit with
the palette opposite The
owners, Singaporean Yang
Yeo and his wife Ching Ian,
who is Malaysian-Chinese
HOMESHANGHAI
A retreat from the bustling cityscape, dark grey hues offer depth and tranquility to this Shanghai apartment
PHOTOGRAPHS ZHAO MICHAEL TEXT ZHAO DAN TRANSLATION LAUREN CHANG STYLING ROGER LIAO
SHANGHAIMOON
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this page Built in 1928, the
apartment was renovated
to adopt a more modern
feel and refelct the owners’
personalities. At the centre of
the home is the custom-made
marble dining table, which sits
below a brass chandelier
ight plays with dark, illuminatingpockets of a home painted in shadesof the late-night hours. At a busyintersection of Wuyuan Road inthe heart of Shanghai, a 1920s ArtDeco building stands among itscontemporary counterparts. Inside,Singaporean advertising executiveYang Yeo and his wife, Ching Ian,have refurbished their apartment,seamlessly combining its heritagewith a modern aesthetic; thevintage furnishings adding a senseof longevity to the space.Dark and muted, the home’s grey
walls are the starting point for the rest of the decor.‘The day is always busy and exciting, but when it comesto nighttime at home, I need quiet,’ says Yang of hispreference for darker tones. ‘Dark colours always quietmy mind and it makes the space feel bigger, like I amunder the night sky.’ Lighting up the dining room andkitchen, two chandeliers sparkle like stars, picking uplighter wood and metal accents.
The transformed home satisfies the couple’s tastesand needs. A long hallway, hidden doors leading o� tothe bathrooms, ends at the peaceful main bedroom.At the apartment’s centre is the open-plan kitchen,rendering the adjacent living room fairly private.
The couple shares a passion for food – Yang lovesgourmet cuisine and Ching enjoys cooking – and forentertaining. To this end, they custom made a marble-topped dining table that can seat 12 people. ‘The diningtable is the most important place in the house,’ saysYang. ‘We both grew up with this notion, which is whywe are both foodies. We celebrate all the importantoccasions at the dining table.’
The house grows lively with guests, with Chingwhipping up her creations in the kitchen, friendschatting at the counter separating the kitchen from thedining room and Yang sharing his love of fine wine.
Although the style of this home is modern, the couplehas retained story-worthy aspects of the original ArtDeco design, like the wavy pattern between the ceilingand walls. The steel windows at the front door and in theliving room are also original features, adding gravitas tothe atmosphere.
Many of their furniture pieces have witnessed Yangand Ching’s lives together: they have owned the livingroom sofa for more than a decade, transporting it toShanghai from Singapore; they found the woodenfolding theatre chairs while wandering Wukang Road inShanghai, and bought the large wooden-framed mirrorin Singapore 20 years ago.
Yang and Ching have moved house more than 10times, settling in Japan, the UK and Hong Kong. Theygo wherever their spirits take them. But theirs is not anunfettered existence; in every place they stay, they makea home, always pursuing detailed perfection. They bothagree that the concept of ‘a home’ is not a space, butrather a state of mind. Home is where the heart is.
HOMESHANGHAI
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‘THE DINING TABLE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT
PLACE IN THE HOUSE. HERE, WE CELEBRATE ALL THE
IMPORTANT OCCASIONS’
HOMESHANGHAI
this page Custom-made gold
lights line the passage walls,
highlighting the lighter tones
of the natural wooden floor
opposite The large window in
the dining room formed part of
the original house, but matches
the modern decor
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this page Stone tiles in varying
shades and a herringbone
pattern make for interesting
wall and floor finishes. The
breakfast bar separates the
open-plan kitchen from the
dining area opposite Vintage
wooden folding chairs from a
Shanghai theatre stand in the
hallway entrance, beneath a
wooden-framed mirror that the
couple bought 20 years ago
HOMESHANGHAI
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‘THE CONCEPT OF
"A HOME" IS NOT A
SPACE, BUT RATHER
A STATE OF MIND’
HOMESHANGHAI
this page The dramatic wall
panelling sets the scene in
the main bedroom opposite
Pale natural stone tiles in the
bathroom contrast against
the dark grey of the door
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‘DARK COLOURS ALWAYS QUIET MY MIND AND IT MAKES
THE SPACE FEEL
BIGGER, LIKE I AM
UNDER THE NIGHT SKY’
this page The 'Takarka’ armchair
and foot rest, made from metal
and olive wood, as well as the
floor lamp sculpture are from the
homeowner’s furniture brand, Rock
the Kasbah. opposite Philippe
Xerri and Ziggy the Jack Russel
sit on the terrace, where he enjoys
breakfast every morning
THE KASBAHModern meets ancient, functionality meets whimsy and home meets
gallery in this Tunisian home of a French furniture designer PHOTOGRAPHS HOLLY EVANS TEXT OLYMPIA MAXWELL AND STACEY NEL
ROCK
HOMETUNISIA
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this page The dining area is an
indulgent space with 18th-century
azulejos – painted tin-glazed
ceramic tiles – covering the walls.
The wooden and metal dining
table and white pottery is from
Rock the Kasbah, accompanied
by Scandinavian chairs. A textured
Tunisian carpet and chaise longue
adds warmth to the space
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this page Different patterns of
azelejo tiles have been alternated
throughout the home. The resin
sculptured white horse is by Tunisian
artist Nina, for Rock the Kasbah
heTunisianhomeofFrenchdesignerPhilippeXerri isunconventionalat best, a wondrous mix of local crafts and urban design. Modernfurnishings filling rooms steeped in ancient history to createa contemporaryhomewith anArab soul.Vintage chairs sit alongside a sculptured white horse; bright colouraccents stand out against white linen bedspreads; vibrant kilims
add warmth to the cool marble floor; and throughout the home, an ode to itsextravagantorigins andNorthAfrican locale, patternedceramic tiles decoratethewalls.The home itself is in an 18th-century palazzo located within the historical
Medina,aUnescoWorldHeritagesite.Built in1725,thepalacehousedthefirstBey of Tunis’ dazzling harem. Philippe found the space in 2001 and, despite itbeing in total disrepair, fell in lovewith it, beginning his extensive renovations.He drew inspiration from the palazzo’s story, the thrumming Medina andTunisia’s tradition of craftwork for his eclectic interior. Now, centuries later,withPhilippe’s unique touch, the spaceflourishes oncemore.More than a home, this space is the ideal stage for Philippe’s furniture
brand, Rock the Kasbah. His range of chairs, sofas, lamps and collectablesfuse Tunisian expertise and traditional craftsmanship with a contemporaryEuropeandesignaesthetic. In fact, it’spreciselyPhilippe’spassion forblendingthe savoir faire of local artists with his own design language that has been sowell receivedaboard.Thehome’swallsaretiledinazulejos,thoseelaborately-paintedceramictiles
of Portuguese origin used to decorate everything from the walls of churchesand mosques, to palaces and ordinary houses, park benches, fountains andshops.The tilesbear anunmistakableArab influence: interlockingcurvilinear,geometric and floral motifs in cool blues, greens and yellows. The nearbyMedina stillwears this ancient decoration.Thewhitemarble floor andflamboyantwalls provide a lively setting against
which Philippe exhibits his eccentric collection. His best-selling product,a lampshade crafted out of date palm fronds, faces a tall potted palm in an airydining room.Philippe’s home has a glamourous feel; a mix of 1950s and contemporary
furniture pieces accompany his own designs. His use of local materials andtechniques – armchairs covered in handcrafted kilims, lampshades wovenfrom straw – add a raw sensibility to the space. There is something to enjoy atevery turn, not least for his unorthodoxuse of objects: a ceramic bust from theTunisian town of Sejnane serves as a vase, and larger-than-life artworks staredown at the beds. These objects fill a cool space illuminated by natural light –a retreat fromtheheat and soundsoutside.Philippe’s favourite room is the spacious main bedroom and he enjoys his
breakfast each morning on the terrace, with Ziggy the Jack Russel on his lap.While he admits to finding inspiration in the decor of the fifties, he doesn’tfollow trends. His design style, like his home, is a personal blend of di�erentcultures andepochs, the spirit of urban living takingonanOriental charm.
HOMETUNISIA
‘THIS SPACE IS THE IDEAL STAGE FOR PHILIPPE’S FURNITURE
BRAND, ROCK THE KASBAH; A FUSION OF TUNISIAN
EXPERTISE AND TRADITIONAL CRAFTSMANSHIP WITH
A CONTEMPORARY EUROPEAN DESIGN AESTHETIC’
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this page A ceramic bust from the
Tunisian town of Sejnane, known for
its pottery, adds local charm to the
home opposite A sculptured crow
from Ibride sits on the wood and
metal table by Rock the Kasbah. The
paintings are by Tunisian artist Ibrahim
Mattous and the French chandelier is
made from opaline glass
HOMETUNISIA
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this page The main bedroom is light
and spacious, opening onto
a terrace. Bright handcrafted kilims
and colourful accents stand out
against the white linen, and the white
‘Kerkena’ stool both by Rock
the Kasbah. A David Bowie Ashes to
Ashes poster hangs above a Louis
the 15th-style French sofa
HOMETUNISIA
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this page and opposite The
guest bedrooms have six-metre
high ceilings. The furniture and lamp
shades, crafted from date palm
leaves and olive branches, as well as
the linen are from Rock the Kasbah
HOMETUNISIA
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‘THE USE OF LOCAL MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES
ADD A RAW SENSIBILITY TO THE SPACE, WITH
SOMETHING TO ENJOY AT EVERY TURN’
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What are the top things to consider when decorating your
home? Understand that the design of your home, just like with your
life and business, is a work in process, showing signs of the
adventures along the way. Early on, identify the way you like to live,
and then design for it. In my home, I have blurred the lines between
the indoor and outdoor spaces, using grand window walls, making my
home feel like a conservatory. Also, always use professionals, and the
best you can afford. You wouldn’t do your own dentistry or accounting,
now would you?
What is your fail-safe decorating tip for the living room? Anything
that is emotive, dramatic and personally meaningful to the owners.
Play with scale – have collections of small, intimate, meaningful things
that create a story – and counterpoint these with single, dramatic
gestures, such as lighting or wall colour.
What are your favourite local decor stores? Weylandts, La
Grange Interiors and JAB Louw Antiques, as well as my LIFE Grand
Cafes, of course.
Who is your favourite interior designer? Wow, who is your
favourite child? It would be a combination of Christian Liaigre, Jacques
Garcia, Donna Karan and David Collins.
What colour and material are trending right now? For colour, I’m
loving ‘bone’ and in terms of material, anything with aged brass and
studded leather.
What advice to do you have for young designers? Dream, Design,
Deliver. This is my credo and mantra. You cannot miss any one of
these three steps. Energy, energy, energy. Love what you do and you
won’t work a day in your life. Africa needs design entrepreneurs.
Dream big.
What projects are you currently working on? A sprawling resort in
Mauritius; heritage buildings in Cape Town; a luxurious residential
home and boutique retreat in Kenya; seven hospitality projects in East
Africa; ongoing work in the Seychelles; a private residence in
Johannesburg’s leafy suburbs; the growth of our own LIFE Group of
Companies with a LIFE Grand Cafe in the Mall of Africa; and the
Gentlemen’s Arthouse artisan cocktail bar in Newtown... as well as
some other projects which are still under wraps.
You are stuck in an elevator, what are your must-have items?
My smartphone (with back-up battery), my Dominique Ropion Carnal
Flower fragrance, popcorn, unlimited oxygen and my yoga mat.
What’s your current read and all-time bests? Currently, The
Meaning of the 21st Century by James Martin. Old favourites include
Milan Kundera’s The Unbearable Lightness of Being and Lolita by
Vladimir Nabokov.
Best Instagrammers to follow? @sincerelyjules, @belenko, @the_
salty_blonde, @yogagirl, @cuchira, @kellywearstler, @chrissyteigen,
@jeffl eatham, @chiaraferragni, @indiahicksstyle and @jamieoliver.
Favourite quote to live by: ‘Doing what you like is freedom. Liking
what you do is happiness’ – Frank Tyger.
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