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THE GREEN ISSUE
SUSTAINABLE BUILDING
THE CAPE’S NEWECO CABINS
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ON THE COVERThe Kitchen & Tasting Room
@ Maison. Turn to page 11
for the full story.
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22 WHAT’S ONWhat you should be doing
this month
40 SUBSCRIPTION OFFERStand to win with the
V & A Waterfront and the
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52 FAST PACE IN FOURWAYSWhy living in Fourways is a
good idea
54 GREEN STARSThe professionals on how
green building works for you
88 GOOD AS GREENGood clean eco-friendly fun
LUXURY
20 HOT INDULGENCECycling through vineyards
and reducing your carbon
footprint by drinking wine
26 LUXURY WINWin an African bush, spa
and golfi ng experience at
Zebula, worth over R25 000!
58 TIME OUT IN MAURITIUSWe explore La Pirogue
and Long Beach
84 SOCIETYOut and about in Joeys
and surrounds
DESIGN
28 IN THE HEART OF THE FYNBOSEnjoying the great
outdoors at the new eco-
wise Oudebosch Cabins in
Kogelberg Nature Reserve
41 GREENING IN LAYERSExpert advice and loads
of ideas for building and
decorating a planet-pleasing
home, from fl oor to roof,
fi ttings and furnishings
48 NATURAL ORDERMeet land artist Strijdom
van der Merwe
REAL ESTATE
24 CALL OF THE WILDThali-Thali game
reserve, a stone’s
throw from Langebaan,
is on the market
25 SECURITYMEETS SERENITYExclusive Adare Place
in Upper Claremont,
Cape Town
37 FARM LIVINGTown Mouse meets
Country Mouse at
Monaghan Farm
61 THE BIG PICTURE IS HEALTHYRonald Ennik banks on
a rise in the market
62 JOHANNESBURG RESIDENTIALLuxury apartments in
Camps Bay, and a new
service from JHI
63 JOHANNESBURG COMMERCIALMixed-use development
on the move, and greener
pastures for Illovo
64 EXCEPTIONAL EXPANSIONSThree Cities Group takes
over a landmark lodge
66 THE BATTLE AT KRUGERPlans for an upmarket
hotel at the Kruger
National Park spark
a verbal bush fi re
70 LUXURY LODGES UP FOR GRABSNamibia Country Lodges
unbundles its properties
ON THE COVERLine of Red Flags,
Strijdom van der Merwe.
See page 48 for details.
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DECOR
18 HOT DECOR & DESIGNInternational trends to
inspire you
TRENDS
15 OUTDOOR WONDERLANDTimberland’s world-fi rst
store for women
16 HOT PLATEA sneak peek at a foodie
book, and a vegan café
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ED’S LETTER
Our annual Green issue corresponds nicely with the announcement of the 12 nominees for the 2011/2012 AfriSam-SAIA sustainable architecture awards (see sidebar). AfriSam, a leading producer of building materials, together with the South African Institute of Architects, introduced the awards to recognise and promote those � rms that have created and designed buildings that are ecologically sustainable and uplift the community. Two award categories exist: one for built work that has been ‘bene� cially occupied’ (used for the purpose for which it was constructed) since 15 March 2011, and one for social importance.
One of these buildings has been awarded a Four- Star Green Star rating by the Green Building Council of SA. Another is independent of electrical and water utilities, thanks to on-site production, harvesting and e� ciencies. And then there’s one that uses daylight harvesting. Most have eco-friendly features, including water-wise gardens, solar geysers, rainwater harvesting systems and grey-water systems.
Whichever green practices the developers have put in place, they are performing them well and making an impact, and for that we salute them.
My favourite nominee is the Safmarine Sports Centre, which was constructed from used transportation containers and now boasts a coach’s o� ce, two change rooms and an equipment store. Now that’s inspiring.
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NOMINEES – SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE AWARDSNic Border Architects – Elkanah House
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Richard Dobson Architects –
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Arca Architects & Designers – Ozmik
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Bentel Associations International
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Tsai Design Studio – Safmarine Sports
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East Coast Architects – Vele
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There are many other commercial, retail and residential developments in South Africa whose developers are doing their bit for sustainability. Too many to mention here, in fact!
However, I love that Growthpoint’s Lincoln Lake development in Umhlanga sports a pool of bicycles that employees can use instead of cars for shorter trips around the precinct (going to meetings or lunch or running errands), that MDD’s new development in Bryanston, Johannesburg, responded to the neighbourhood blackouts with a green, custom-engineered electricity scheme, and that Pretoria’s mixed-use development, Menlyn Maine, is making history as SA’s � rst fully functioning green city – one of only a handful in the world.
South African architects are certainly proving that they can hold their own in the international arena of sustainable construction and they are being aided by a surge in new building laws and guidelines, such as making roof insulation compulsory. The sky’s the limit, it would appear.
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1Timberland’s first-ever exclusive store for women. 2-3The wallpaper promotes both the feminine
and the outdoors. 4Belts for the active, eco-conscious woman.Visit thepropertymag.co.za for other hot
new stores in your area.
Step into the world’s first exclusive
Timberland store for women
and you’ll leave the bustling
city of Johannesburg behind
you. Timberland displays beautiful outdoor
footwear and accessories in a store that
features clean wooden finishes and an
atmosphere designed to immediately make
you feel like you are at one with nature.
Timberland’s ethical credentials are a
part of everything it does. Marketing Director
Abdullah Mayet says, ‘It’s from the way we
manufacture our products to the design and
build of our store. We combine great materials
that perform well and reflect our heritage
and principals.’ The brand recently won an
award in the UK for Best Ethical Footwear
and Accessories Brand. Abdullah says,
‘Timberland’s key responsibility as a brand is
to reflect our point of view and values within
our store environments. We aim to convey
the qualities of heritage, craftsmanship and
sustainability in store design and construction.’
Timberland’s new store at Hyde Park Corner
shopping centre sticks to these themes and
has been designed in accordance with the
United States’ Leadership in Environmental and
Energy Design green building rating systems.
The flooring, lighting and fixtures are all
made from materials that are either recycled,
recyclable or FSC certified. Abdullah says, ‘The
idea of this store is to present a minimalist
environment where the main focus is on the
great product. You are in a warm environment,
with abstract trees casting shadows.’ The
materials used have been designed to look
natural and weathered. Cantilevered tables
with wooden tops as well as the shelves are
made up of many different pieces of wood of
different textures and sizes, framed by a back
wall painted in Timberland’s signature orange.
Abdullah says this creates depth and colour
that resonates throughout the store.
Lighting is another beautiful feature
that creates the effect of being in an
outdoor, peaceful setting. The LED lighting
is strategically positioned to illuminate
certain products, drawing attention to the
gorgeous array of boots and colourful range
of handbags. Abdullah says, ‘Images on the
walls are large in scale and act like windows,
reflecting our position as a lifestyle brand.’
The Ecolabel-certified tiled flooring in natural
tones adds to the overall effect. Abdullah says
that over 90% of the flooring is made up of
recycled material and holds the highest green
rating for any floor tile.
This Timberland store is a gem for women
who are looking for quality footwear and
accessories. Abdullah says the store’s market
is women who are active and on-trend, who
care about the environment and want a
product that is feminine, practical and stylish.
He says, ‘Our vision is to create a simple, clean
environment where we only use minimal key
materials in the construction.’ Timberland is a
wholly owned subsidiary of VF Corporation.
+27 (0)11 325 4524, timberland.co.za
The new Timberland store at Hyde Park Corner embodies wholesome and ethical fashion
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HOT PLATE
ANTONIA DE LUCA, the
queen of eating green, tells us about her
vegan dining spot, Leafy Greens Café.
Q Describe your café?Leafy Greens Café is an organic,
raw- food, vegan-friendly café that was
born out of the passion and love for
healthy, organic food that is prepared in
an environmentally friendly way. Leafy
Greens wants to share this with others,
to improve the quality of the food we eat
and therefore the quality of our lives.
Q Where is Leafy Greens Café situated?It is situated in Muldersdrift,
Johannesburg. It is on an organic farm
and shares the premises and organic
gardens with the well-known Casalinga
Restaurant, just off Beyers Naudé Drive.
Q How do you create your weekly menus?Our weekly menus are designed around
what is in the garden. We serve mostly
organic, raw, seasonal and local produce.
Leafy Greens is open for lunch from
Wednesday to Sunday and we have
an organic raw and cooked buffet on
weekends from 11.30 a.m. to 3.30 p.m.
Q Entice us!Come and have an organic, home- grown
wheatgrass shot, fresh juice or smoothie
and have some great home- cooked
vegan food. For winter we have
wonderful soups, curries, rice dishes,
pizza and home-baked bread.
Q What makes your café stand out?Preservative free and completely natural,
just the way nature intended it to be.
We go back to simple, conscious eating!
We also do vegan catering, takeaways,
yoga mornings, workshops on raw food
for people of all ages and many more
exciting activities. We also sell organic
produce right out of our gardens.
+27 (0)82 882 7300
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GIVING NOODLES THE NODNew to the Asian food scene is the fabulous Good
Luck Club, a little noodle bar specialising in stir-
fry, soups, Thai curries, spring rolls and dim sum.
Only a few months old and situated in Illovo on
Corlett Drive, the diner joins a number of cool
spaces that are becoming hotspots for sundowners
and light meals. The Good Luck Club offers a
fresh take on Asian fare and takeaways, but it’s
not just its menu that stands out – the restaurant
has stylish interiors too. Wooden panelling on
the bar counter complements the earthy colour
palette and warm, quirky decor. The ceiling is
interesting and the lighting installations are arty
in their own right. And we love the wallpaper.
+27 (0)11 447 3816, thegoodluckclub.co.za
SWEET NEWSThe Lady of All Things Chocolate, Godiva, is now available in SA. Founded in 1926, Godiva
Chocolatier has a reputation for creating the world’s best luxury chocolate products, and these
are now being imported from Brussels by Godiva Chocolatier SA. We ask, what took you so
long? After all, Africa is home to some of the world’s fi nest cacao beans. Godiva is available at
select retailers nationwide and you can also indulge your sweet tooth online. Find Godiva at
Chocolate Cacao Café in Sandton City and at the Patisserie in Illovo. godiva.com
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C’EST CHICIt’s perfect casserole weather and Le Creuset’s
new Marseille range makes cooking super-stylish
too. Marseille Blue is a unique hue inspired by
the south-east coast of France and is new to
Le Creuset’s range of shining colours. Choose
from the various sizes of casseroles and the
skillet dish to get busy with some colourful
cooking. Available from Le Creuset Sandton.
+27 (0)11 786 0301, lecreuset.co.za
HEAT IT UPWinter still has us covered up and indoors, so why
not warm up with a hot tipple? The team of skilled
mixologists at Belvedere Vodka have created two
hot alcoholic drinks for a winter indulgence. For the
coffee fi end, Belvedere has introduced Grande To Go,
a mix of premium fi ltered coffee, coffee liqueur and
Belvedere Pure, as well as Belvedere Hot Toddy, a tea
infused with Belvedere Pure and containing hints of
zesty citrus, cloves and cinnamon (said to help with
symptoms of colds and fl u). Belvedere is quadruple
distilled exclusively from the fi nest 100% Dánkowskie
gold rye, is completely additive-free and is diluted
with water from Belvedere’s own artesian well.
Available from liquor outlets nationwide.
belvederevodka.com
BRAAI KNOW-HOWIf you fancy yourself a braai master, then this new book by the founder of
National Braai Day is for you. Jan ‘Braai’ Scannell’s Fireworks explores the
proudly South African tradition of braaiing (see the sneak preview below).
Discover tips on how to braai the perfect steak or make the best boerewors
roll. And how Jan’s own braaiing skills? ‘Above average,’ he says. ‘I’ve been
fortunate enough to braai often, with diverse people, in various beautiful
places, using different techniques. There is now quite a bit of tacit knowledge
in my head that I want to share with everyone – just to bring you up to speed,
so to speak.’ Fireworks will be available from leading bookstores nationwide
from August. braai.com
Tomato chilli relish recipe1 tin peeled and chopped tomatoes (or 2 cups peeled and chopped fresh
tomatoes)
1 onion (fi nely chopped)
1 red pepper (fi nely chopped)
Oil or butter
Just less than 1 tsp chilli powder
2 cloves garlic (crushed or chopped)
1 tot tomato paste
1 tot chutney
1 tot balsamic vinegar
(This is the only time in the book I think balsamic vinegar is the best for a
recipe, but if you don’t feel like buying it, use normal vinegar and add a bit
more sugar to the relish according to your taste. While on the topic, you should
actually be adding sugar and salt to any recipe according to your taste.)
1 tot sugar
1 tsp salt
What to do
1. Go and light your fi re. Using a pan or pot on the fi re or stove, fry the onion
and pepper in a bit of oil or butter for 5 minutes. Add the chilli and garlic and
fry for 1 more minute.
2. Now add the tomatoes, tomato paste, chutney, vinegar, sugar and salt, and
mix well.
3. As soon as the mixture starts to boil, turn the heat down by either moving
the pan to the edge of the fi re or turning the stove to low so that it’s just
simmering. By the time you’re fi nished braaing, the fl avours of your relish will
have developed nicely. At some stage while you’re waiting for the fi re to burn
out, check up on the relish. If you want it to be sweeter, add more sugar and if
you want more kick, add extra chilli powder.
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HOT DECOR & DESIGN
Be inspired by international design …
HOT PROPERTY
SPANISH TOUCHThe beautiful store, Griffi ths & Griffi ths, in
Kramerville, has introduced a gorgeous range
of Spanish objets, adding a bit of European
fl avour to its mahogany furniture. Interior
design company, Becara, based in Madrid,
was founded in 1964. The Becara collection
is made up of stunning decorative pieces,
including magnifying glasses, ceramic bowls,
candlestick holders and glass bottles. The
shop also showcases Becara’s spheres, small
nickel trays, silver desk lamps, stone obelisks,
bone bamboo photo frames, horn stands and
celadon. Take a stroll around the large store
and browse the range, which also includes
wine coolers and ice buckets that are fi nished
off in silver and aged bamboo. The materials
used in the Becara collection are of high quality
and contemporary design and have more
than a touch of class. +27 (0)11 444 5744,
griffi thsandgriffi ths.co.za
GIVE TODAY, GROW TOMORROWRecycling is nothing new; however, these quirky gift cards and tags give a whole new meaning to
‘a gift that keeps on giving’. Created by the company Growing Paper, they are 100% recyclable
and handmade with water-based ink by the local community in the Paardeberg region. All cards
and tags are embedded with a fl ower or herb seed that will grow as soon as they are planted and
given a little love and nurturing. Any water left over from the manufacturing processes is used
for irrigation purposes. Available from Poetry, Melissa’s, Space and Voodoo Lily, nationwide and
online. +27 (0)83 456 4671, growingpaper.co.za
GREG AND ROCHÉ DRY of
KZN’s Egg Designs have brought their
popular designs to their new store in
Kramerville. We chat to Greg.
Q What is behind your Joburg move, and why 03 Desmond?We have set up shop in Joburg to get
more people exposed to our work.
We needed designers, decorators and
specifi ers to be able to see and touch
our work. 03 Desmond came up and we
wanted to be in the design/decor district.
Q Tell us about the space.The space we have created is a store
more than a showroom. All of the work is
for sale and can be taken from the fl oor.
Q Do you specialise in any particular product?No, we are a multidisciplinary design
studio. The focus is to remain true to
real design, which means we are not
specifying catalogue designers. Most
of the interior products are bespoke
designs for the client or from our body
of work.
Q Which aspect of your job do you adore?We love what we do all round. The
design process is by far the most
exciting, followed closely by seeing a
new design prototype or fi nished item on
the factory fl oor for the fi rst time.
Q Your favourite items from your own collection?I would say the Batvian cupboard, with
stained lead glass, and the Parquet
server, which Roché did and is new on
the fl oor.
Q Whose designs do you love, here and abroad?We have great respect for Gregor,
the chaps from Tonic and anything by
Garouste & Bonetti.
+27 (0)11 262 5940, eggdesigns.co.za
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SHOOT TO THRILLWe simply love the look of bamboo in the home, and this new type of fl ooring from Bamboo
Warehouse is a great way to introduce this look. Bamboo is a quick-growing, renewable, natural
material and is said to be more eco-friendly than other wooden fl ooring. Easy to assemble, these
bamboo fl oorboards are a stylish alternative to tiles, carpeting and rare hardwoods. Delivery and
installation in all major cities nationally. +27 (0)11 447 0892, bamboowarehouse.co.za
BOOK GIVEAWAYBe inspired by Nicola Hadfi eld’s new book,
Beautiful Outdoors. Nicola points out that
harmoniously designed spaces do not have
to be defi ned by four solid walls and that
transforming the nooks and corners of a
garden into places of beauty has moved
beyond the practical. She has travelled all
over South Africa to showcase gardens
of every description, from the grandest to
the tiniest, from classical to contemporary,
to inspire you to design your own
outdoor space. We are giving away two
autographed copies of this designer read by
Nicola. Simply email your name and details
to [email protected] with the word
‘Book’ as the subject. Ts & Cs apply.
ITALIAN STYLEWe love this light from Karman Lighting for its original and
stylish take on outdoor hanging lanterns. Discovered in Milan,
Karman Lighting is now available in SA through the Modern Home
Company and has a collection of indoor and outdoor installations
that are built using a juxtaposition of various materials and
textures. Simply gorgeous. Find them at 03cubed in Kramerville.
03cubed.co.za; +27 (0)11 262 0258, modernhome.co.za
DANISH INSPIRATIONTorquil Mathewson, designer
and owner of Kluyts & Co., has
introduced his new furniture range, Ode to
Denmark. In this new collection, clean and
pure lines stay true to Danish carpentry.
The collection pays homage to Danish
designer, Hans Wegner, and incorporates
classical craftsmanship and research with
rare indigenous South African woods. Kluyts
& Co.’s workshop is based in Knysna but
Joburgers may have spotted the fi rst piece
of the Ode to Denmark collection at the
Grand Designs Live show. If you missed out,
fear not, because Kluyts delivers worldwide.
+27 (0)44 382 6343, kluyts.com
DANISH INSPIRATIONTorquil Mathewson, designer
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Cycling through vineyards and reducing your carbon footprint by drinking wine? Now that’s eco-indulgence …
HOT INDULGENCE
FASHION AS ARTTed Baker has taken his new Spring/Summer 2012
collection into the world of exhibitionists. Not for
the wallfl ower, his collection is bright, bold and rich.
Women are women and men are men, so expect the
female form to be shown off to perfection and lots of
fl orals. The men’s collection will have the guys looking
classy in slim and classic fi ts. Available from Stuttafords
nationwide.
+27 (0)11 450 4634, tedbaker.com
CYCLING THE CONSTANTIA VALLEY Guests at Steenberg Hotel can now explore one of Cape Town’s oldest wine estates by bicycle. The hotel has teamed up with Bike & Saddle
to offer guests this eco-sensitive means of exploration. A wide selection of state-of-the-art bicycles, with helmets and locks, will be available
by prior reservation at cost per hour. The bikes range in speed and size. Bike & Saddle is also offering guided bicycle tours along two bike
trails that have been mapped out, allowing guests to make the most of Steenberg’s idyllic location. These trails through the Constantia Valley
include visits to some of the neighbouring wineries and tourist attractions, including Groot Constantia, Klein Constantia, Buitenverwachting,
Constantia Glen and Beau Constantia. +27 (0)21 713 2222, steenberghotel.com
DRINKING GREENEco-conscious wine lovers can revel in the launch of not one, but two green
wines this season. From Balance wines comes Haven Point, certifi ed by Fairtrade.
By buying this delightful nectar you’ll be helping to improve the lives of Third
World producers and encouraging environmental protection. The 2012 Haven
Point Pinot Gris entices with aromas of rose petal that lead to a feast of fresh,
lingering fruit fl avours. And the white 2012 Haven Point Viognier Shiraz combines
exhilarating fl avours of red berries and fragrant pear with a hint of spice. From
Van Loveren we have the eco-friendly Tangled Tree wines, namely Spicy Shiraz,
Chocolate Cabernet Sauvignon, Butterscotch Chardonnay, Moscato Rosé and
Tropical Sauvignon. The wines are bottled in fully recyclable, eco-friendly PET
bottles that are labelled with Treefree labels made from 100% renewable sugar
cane fi bre. And they taste good too. So if you’re looking for a good excuse for
a glass of wine, what better reason than the environment and your fellow man?
The wines will soon be available from all major liquor outlets.
+27 (0)23 347 6838, balance-wines.co.za; +27 (0)23 615 1505, tangledtree.com
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SUIT UPThe Moët & Chandon
Diamond Suit is bound to be
a conversation starter at your
next dinner party. This elegant
isothermal suit has a texture that
recalls the foil of a bottle and
sports a satin tie around its neck.
It’s also reusable and perfect for
gifting. The suit is guaranteed to
keep your bottle chilled for up to
two hours. Available at leading
liquor stores nationwide.
moet.com
CREATURE COMFORTS The fi ve-star Owner’s Cottage at Grande Provence Heritage Wine Estate
in Franschhoek is now open to guests on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
The Owner’s Cottage comprises four beautifully appointed bedrooms, a
honeymoon suite, spacious lounge, designer kitchen and conservatory for
dining. There is a swimming pool and elevated spa pool overlooking the
vineyards. Check out the special winter bed-and-breakfast rack rates.
+27 (0)21 876 8600, grandprovence.co.za
TREAT YOURSELFOodles of hot indulgence are on
the cards for anyone who visits
Upton Hall. Filling a niche for uber-
luxurious accommodation in Durban,
the boutique guest house has
been created through a witty and
contemporary revamp of one of the
city’s premier 1930s-style mansions,
and each of its 10 suites features
its own look, original artwork and
splendid views. An indoor gym,
three wine cellars, cigar lounge, and
exceptional fi ne dining prepared
by executive chef Nardia Adams
and served in the wood- panelled
dining room, are among the luxuries
that can be enjoyed by Upton Hall’s
guests. Upton Hall Boutique Guest
House is running a winter special,
until the end of July.
+27 (0)31 303 7987, uptonhall.co.za
A DATE WITH LUXURYPatek Philippe, the brand synonymous with luxury watches, recently
released the Ref. 5940 Grand Complication at this year’s Baselworld Watch
and Jewellery Show. The defi ning feature of this model is its ultra-thin
self- winding perpetual calendar. To add an extra element of luxury, the
Ref. 5940 Grand Complication wristwatch comes in an 18ct gold cushion-
shaped case. Patek Philippe watches are exclusively available from the Watch
and Jewellery Gallery in Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton, Johannesburg.
The store delivers to major cities around SA. +27 (0)11 784 2595; patek.com
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JOHANNESBURG DIARY
The Joburg Comedy Cartel, 3 AugustFancy your stand-up comedy in a slightly more sophisticated setting
than the local pub? Foxwood Theatre at 13 5th Street, Houghton, has just
the ticket – the Joburg Comedy Cartel. It stars Comedy Cartel members
Vittorio Leonardi and Warren Robertson, who are committed to ‘no hack,
overdone material’ and conjure laughter out of subjects as diverse as
Stephen Hawking and a night out at a quiz. Special guests for the evening
are Tumi Morake, one of SA’s funniest women, and Deep Fried Man, known
for his quirky guitar songs. Tickets: R100. À la carte menu available at
adjoining Foxwood House for dinner and a show. Book via phone or email;
some tickets available at the door.
+27 (0)11 486 0935, [email protected]
National Antiques & Decorative Arts Faire,20–22 JulyIf you are you interested in old books, coins and porcelain fi gures or if you
are just looking for a beautiful antique piece, then head to the Sandton
Convention Centre, where South African and international exhibitors will be
showcasing their collections. There will be a wide range of furniture from
the Victorian, Georgian, Edwardian and art nouveau collections as well as
collectable cutlery and novelty silver from specialist dealers in Russian,
Irish, English and Cape silver. Tickets: R70. Available online or at the door.
+27 (0)11 482 4259, naada.co.za
The Parlotones: This is our Story, 3–4 AugustIn a period of 10 years, the Parlotones have evolved into one of the
country’s leading bands. For two nights only at the Teatro at Montecasino,
the Parlotones will take the audience on a journey to explore their hit
songs, including Beautiful, Here Comes The Man and Colourful, and the
inspiration behind them. Tickets: from R200.
0861 915 8000, computicket.comThe Parlotones
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Send your 2012 event information to [email protected].
OMD – History of Modern, 4–5 AugustEmperors Palace is hosting iconic ’80s superstars, OMD (Orchestral
Manoeuvres in the Dark), famous for hits like Electricity, Enola Gay,
Souvenir and Seven Seas. Enjoy these oldies along with hits from OMD’s
new album. Tickets: from R150. 0861 915 8000, computicket.com
Decorex Joburg, 8–12 August Decorex Joburg 2012 at the Gallagher Convention Centre will combine
the very best in decor, design and home living and showcase the hottest
trends, captivating colours, a myriad of beautiful things and loads of
practical know-how. Five halls filled with the finest mix of over 700
high- end exhibitors, feature areas, ideas for beautiful home decor,
workshops and demonstrations, and trendy pop-up restaurants and bars,
complete the exhibition. Tickets: adults R75. +27 (0)11 549 8300,
decorex.co.za
Defending the Caveman, 8 August – 9 September Alan Committie is back with his all-time comedy favourite at the Pieter
Toerien Theatre and Studio at Montecasino. The hilarious comedy skit
delves into the differences between the sexes as Alan defends the
sometimes-primitive behaviour of the modern-day caveman. Tickets: from
R75. 0861 915 8000, computicket.com
Red, until 11 August American playwright, screenwriter and film producer, John Logan,
explores the creative process and the inner conflict of one of the greatest
artists of the 20th century, Mark Rothko. Directed by Steven Stead and
designed by Greg King, this SA- produced version comes fresh from the
main Grahamstown National Arts Festival. Showing at the Old Mutual
Theatre on the Square, Sandton. Tickets: from R120. +27 (0)82 553 5901,
strictlytickets.com
Pipe Organ Concerts, 13 & 15 AugustSt George’s Anglican Church in Parktown will be presenting a series of
public concerts featuring internationally acclaimed organists. English-born,
New York-based John Scott, who was made a Lieutenant of the Victorian
Order by Queen Elizabeth II for his services to the royal household, will
bring his ‘Rolls Royce-quality’ music to the church in August. Tickets: R175.
+27 (0)11 482 1606; 0861 915 8000, computicket.com
André Rieu Live, 17–18 AugustExperience an unforgettable evening with André Rieu, his 60-piece Johann
Strauss Orchestra and the Soweto Gospel Choir at the Coca-Cola Dome
for the very first time. Guests will enjoy the sound and sight of André
playing his world-famous Stradivarius violin while creating a celebratory
atmosphere where fans are encouraged to get out of their seats and waltz
in the aisles. Tickets: from R450. 0861 915 8000, computicket.com
Decorex Joburg
OMD
Defending the Caveman
André Rieu Live
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Valued by Rode & Associates at just under a staggering R26 million, Thali-Thali Game Lodge is on the market for the bargain price of R17,9 million, through
Benguela Group. It is the only game reserve along the West Coast that’s currently on the market. Situated on the 1 460ha Zoutekuylen Farm and running inland from the R27 towards Hopefield, Thali-Thali comprises a manor house, guest house, luxury tented accommodation and self-catering cottages.
The manor house has been renovated recently and there is scope for further development, with a second large house that’s just waiting to be turned into a B & B. The labourer’s cottages have been converted to luxury chalets and permission has been secured for the construction of 10 additional units, of which five have been built. All licences and fencing are in place.
The manor house consists of five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a study, open-plan kitchen, living room and dining room, linen room, covered veranda with swimming pool, laundry room, staff accommodation with toilet and shower, and a double garage.
The rights have been secured to convert the second large building to a guest house. This property is made up of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen with fireplace, a living room and dining room, scullery and laundry room.
The eight self-catering units include five luxury tents set in a circle and three West Coast-style chalets. The tents have en-suite bathrooms, a braai area and other amenities, including a bar and open-air lapa. There are two single-bedroom chalets and a two-bedroom chalet as well as a marquee that’s available for functions – another potential source of revenue.
The farm is fully operational and has two storerooms, 10 pigsties, three windmills, large cattle kraals, waterholes, dams and natural fountains. Any game can be relocated to the reserve (apart from elephants, unless they are tamed and enclosed). Existing game on the reserve includes zebra, springbok, kudu, black wildebeest, duiker, steenbok, eland and bontebok and a wide range of bird species.
In addition to game-viewing, Thali-Thali offers a bow-hunting track and quad bike safaris. About two thirds of Thali-Thali’s guests are local tourists and the rest are foreigners. Thali-Thali’s proximity to the CBD, Cape Town International Airport and Saldanha airport make it an appealing and feasible option for a game lodge stay. +27 (0)82 440 2050,
1A raised luxury tent with magnificent views over the Thali-Thali fynbos and game reserve, close to Langebaan. 2Entertainment facilities include a bar, lapa and
swimming pool. 3Luxury tented accommodation at Thali-Thali Game Lodge.
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These days, it’s almost too easy to sacrifice the desire for a finely crafted, bespoke home for the peace of mind of a security estate. But at Adare Place, a unique
collection of seven magnificent homes in one of Cape Town’s most sought-after areas, you won’t have to.
With its wooded avenues, sweeping views of Table Mountain, proximity to many of Cape Town’s best schools, the Constantia winelands and Newlands’ stadia, this part of Upper Claremont, known as the Hen & Chicken Estate, has long been one of Cape Town’s most desirable addresses. It’s also one of the few suburbs sheltered from the Cape’s notorious southeaster. Having acquired the perfect location, the developer, Urban Space, who has a portfolio of successful high-end residential developments, set about creating sophisticated 21st-century homes that will be built with the attention to detail, pride of materials and workmanship reminiscent of an earlier era.
For Urban Space, it’s all about quality and building homes that are not only a joy to live in, but also provide exceptional value for the discerning buyer. Urban Space accomplishes this through in-house control of the entire design and construction processes, coupled with attention to detail that borders on the obsessive.
Set on stands ranging from 990m2 to 2 816m2, the homes within Adare Place feature generously proportioned open-plan living areas opening through foldaway doors onto broad patios that seamlessly link interior spaces with the landscaped gardens and pool areas.
All bedrooms are en suite. The large master suite, comprising bedroom, lounge area, sumptuous bathroom and lavish dressing area, opens onto a sweeping balcony.
One of the benefits of purchasing off plan from Urban Space is flexibility. With the help of Urban Spaces’ in-house architect, buyers have the option
of not only changing the interior layout, but also increasing or decreasing the size of their home. When it comes to interiors, Urban Space offers an extensive range of bespoke finishes.
All the homes are oriented in the same north-westerly direction for optimum sun management and to ensure your privacy. Energy- and resource-saving systems, including efficient solar-assisted water heating and grey-water systems, are standard.
Then, of course, there’s security. The entire development is access controlled and surrounded by electric fencing, and state-of-the-art security systems are integrated into the design of your home. From the moment you arrive at the front gate, you can relax and enjoy everything this unique development has to offer.
At the time of going to press, Urban Space had already sold two of the units at Adare Place, prior to any marketing or launch. adareplace.co.za
1The magnificent views that can be enjoyed from classy Adare Place in Upper Claremont. 2Wicklow House, one of the seven luxury homes designed to offer seamless
indoor/outdoor living.
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Adare Place, by property developer Urban Space, offers security and luxury living in Cape Town’s Hen & Chicken Estate in the Southern Suburbs
Urban Space
+27 (0)21 701 6401, urbanspace.co.za
Upton propertieS
Mark Upton +27 (0)21 683 0088, +27 (0)82 890 2888,
upton.co.za
LeW Geffen SoTHeby’S InTernATIonAL reALTy
barbara Manning +27 (0)21 673 1240, +27 (0)83 407 3656,
sothebysrealty.co.za
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COMPETITION
*Terms & Conditions: The winner will be sent Voucher #ZSL0565. This voucher must be scanned and sent when the booking is made and presented on arrival at the Zebula Reception. Prior bookings essential. Accommodation dates are subject to availability and include weekends. This voucher cannot be exchanged for cash and is not transferable. Any items or extras not specifi ed will be for the winner’s own account. Travel costs not included. Voucher expires on 31 December 2012.
Zebula Golf Estate and Spa is a
stunning and totally unique lifestyle
destination a mere two hours’
drive north of Johannesburg in the
magnifi cent malaria-free Waterberg region of
Limpopo Province. Zebula is located on 1 600ha
of pristine bushveld in the shadow of the
Waterberg Mountains. Upmarket luxury homes
are tastefully designed and privately positioned
so as not to impose on the surroundings.
The Peter Matkovitch-designed golf course
is a masterful symphony of indigenous bush and
landscaped areas. Naturally occurring game include
kudu, impala, blue wildebeest, zebra, blesbok, red
haartebeest, giraffe, eland, jackal, warthog and
ostrich as well as many other indigenous species.
Visitors and residents are able to walk, run, cycle or
drive on the estate and get up close and personal
with the wildlife, making a trip to Zebula a true
back to nature experience.
Guests at Zebula can enjoy face-to-face
animal encounters with elephants, lion and tiger
cubs, while Zebula’s resident cheetah takes its
wildlife experience to a whole new level, further
confi rming Zebula’s status as a golf and leisure
destination unlike any other on the continent.
The Zebula clubhouse is the estate’s
crowning glory, in prime position for guests to
enjoy sundowners on the deck while watching
a blood-red African sunset over the distant
Waterberg after a day spent on the golf course,
languishing in the spa or making memories with
your family and friends. The Spa at Zebula is a
haven for golfers and non-golfers alike.
+27 (0)14 734 7700,
WIN!A voucher entitling four adults to one night sharing in one of Zebula’s luxury four-bedroom, en-suite, self- catering African Dream homes with pool and boma. To ensure that the winner experiences all that Zebula Golf Estate & Spa has to offer, Zebula is also offering as part of the prize:• a game drive for four people, excluding drinks • a round of golf and cart for four people • interaction with elephants and a safari for four people • a 30-minute treatment at the Spa at Zebula (back, neck and shoulder massage OR a refl exology massage).To stand a chance of winning, email [email protected] with your contact details and put ‘Zebula’ in the subject line. Ts & Cs apply.*
PRIZE VALUED AT R25 000!
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The recently built Oudebosch Cabins are a shining example of environmentally responsible architecture that prioritises ecology
without losing beautiful designWords Genevieve FisherPhotographs CapeNature
IN the heart oF the
fynbos
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The drive along the winding R44 from Cape Town towards Kleinmond is characterised by the dramatic Cape Fold Belt that looks like it’s from the set of a blockbuster sci- fi
film. Sitting in the passenger seat really allowed me to appreciate these breathtaking feats of nature, all the while receiving a fascinating lesson about the area’s ecology from my driver, Justin Cooke. Although Justin’s affability and in-depth knowledge could secure him a position as an ecological tour guide, he is in fact an architect, and the reason for this trip was a site visit to his latest project, Oudebosch Cabins at Kogelberg Nature Reserve.
Justin, the founder of Architecture Co-op, has become a specialist in his approach to architecture, one that prioritises nature and ecology as opposed to one where buildings and large structures tend to dominate landscapes. It’s a kind of architecture that responds to natural surroundings and one that isn’t at all visible on the drive through Gordon’s Bay where, in his words, the extravagant homes along the cliff look like ‘sputniks’ – over-scaled, seemingly foreign and out of place and dominating the landscape.
When CapeNature, the body that manages Kogelberg Nature Reserve, advertised a public tender for consultants to design for the reserve a sustainable eco-tourism development that followed best ecological practice, Justin knew that he and his team at Architecture Co-op were perfect for the job. ‘It was a unique project that I knew we could make a contribution to, as I have had extensive experience in working in sensitive wilderness environments, including the Western Cape coastal thicket, Eastern Cape Sunshine Coast, Breede River and Lowveld Big Five Reserve, many of which required an environmental impact assessment (EIA). Previous experience equipped me with the base skills to recognise the significance of the proposed site of the five cabins,’ he says. But this site isn’t your average State-run nature reserve: Kogelberg is South Africa’s first declared biosphere reserve, home to the most complex biodiversity on the planet, and part of Unesco’s worldwide network of biosphere reserves. It is also considered to be the ‘heart of fynbos’, with the location of the Oudebosch cabins being the ‘heart within the heart’, Justin explains.
To say that the pressure was on when Justin wrote the tender proposal is an understatement. ‘The basis of our proposal was an integrated and multidisciplinary environmental approach. Our proposal won, and specialist contactor, GVK-Siya Zama, was commissioned by CapeNature to execute the project. The first phase of mapping and understanding the site began, which included knowing what the opportunities and restrictions were,’ says Justin. But this was just the first of many steps. Each aspect of the project had to be put through rigorous assessments of its potential impact on the sensitive ecology before Justin and the rest of the appointed team could go ahead. This was done in conjunction with numerous workshops held with all the factions involved, including CapeNature and the respective specialists in hydrology, botany, construction, engineering, surveying, economics and energy. ‘It was a continuous collective evaluation and integrated design process with all of these specialists intrinsically involved, the results of which became instructive for the design of the cabins,’ he says.
The result of this four-year-long process is a small conference facility, an eco-friendly swimming
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Opening page Each of the Oudebosch Cabins at Kogelberg Nature Reserve is positioned to open up onto the surrounding reserve, with no sign of the other
cabins. Opposite, top to bottom The eco-pool is situated in the centre of the site and is not only for swimming in, but also doubles as an attractive water feature
full of plants; the pergola provides shelter from sunlight and heat while creating a pretty dappled effect on the deck. This page, top to bottom A wooden bridge
allows guests to enjoy, but not disturb, the protected biodiversity within the reserve; the open-plan living areas of the cabins extend to the decks, making for easy
indoor/outdoor living; accents of colour found in the surrounding fynbos have been incorporated into the interior finishes.
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pool and five beautifully designed two-bedroom, self-catering cabins with all the modern conveniences and finishes that make them champions of eco-design. The stereotype of grass and mud dwellings is expertly put to rest here. ‘The fact that there were such rigorous ecological demands meant that we had to think outside the box to come up with unique design solutions that responded directly to the site and environment. These constraints provided creative opportunities that allowed for a site-specific, contextual and environmentally responsive approach to imbed itself,’ says Justin.
Before construction began, there were old timber dwellings on the site. These were linked up to the Eskom grid, which was used to provide electricity for the development. To minimise the consumption of energy, a range of measures have been incorporated, including the installation of solar geysers, gas hobs, combustion fireplaces, energy-efficient appliances and LED and CFL lighting. This means that a cabin occupied by four people will consume around 2kW/ day, which represents 10% or less of the typical electricity use of a middle-class South African household. There are many other technical green credentials incorporated in the Oudebosch Cabins. Lightweight South African pine has been used extensively for the frames, instead of cement. Stone gabions (wire baskets filled with stones from a local quarry) assist in providing essential fire protection in a fynbos-dense environment and create durable and attractive bases for some of the structures. The cabins
have been built along passive design principles, with careful orientation to provide shade, light and cross-ventilation. Then there is the issue of toilets, the one factor that causes many people to turn their noses up when it comes to eco-friendly technicalities. But these cabins have been fitted with composting toilets that are completely hygienic and surprisingly odour free. Not that well known in South Africa, this toilet system ensures that nothing is released into the ground. The waste dries and evaporates through a combination of heat and air that circulates through the system and the resultant compost can then be used for landscaping.
Technicalities aside, what excites Justin the most about this project is the low visual impact these cabins have on the landscape and the rich spatial experience and aesthetic appeal. ‘All the materials used are locally sourced, non-toxic and have a natural look and feel to them. One of the primary building materials is FSC-registered South African pine, which is a good-quality, readily available and sustainable material. In addition, timber has a softness and warmth to it and allows for open, framed, light-filled spaces,’ he says.
The roofs, says Justin, are another example of a contemporary aesthetic that responds to the landscape. They are segmented into pitched and flat roofs, the latter bearing rooftop gardens. ‘The roof gardens really add to the landscape and amplify the sense of being away from it all and in the wilderness,’ he says, ‘and they also have the function of providing insulation.’
Having only opened its doors to the public in February, Kogelberg Nature Reserve has already
received the International Holcim Regional Award for Sustainable Construction with Architectural Excellence for the sustainable public eco-tourism facility, Oudebosch. According to the judges, the facility won because it successfully balances tourists’ needs with the preservation of Kogelberg’s natural diversity.
The five cabins and communal dining area are each named after fynbos flowers endemic to the area: palmiet, marsh rose, everlasting, erica and iris. Upon entering them you are amazed at how modern minimalist they are.
The finishes are of the ilk of a designer home, with steel kitchens, floating timber shelves and glossy mosaic splashbacks. The floors are of a warming timber and there are some eye-catching lighting features by artist Brendan Dickerson, namely, collections of old wine bottles arranged in shapes of proteas. All of this is enclosed within floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows that have the effect of the surrounds being inside or your being in the surrounds.
When I express this to Justin, he confirms, ‘The intention was to connect visitors to this particular landscape, rich in fynbos and framed by the Cape Fold Mountains.’
With such good intentions all expertly fulfilled, the Oudebosch Cabins at the centre of the Cape Floral Kingdom will warm the cockles of anyone’s heart, from eco-warriors to design groupies. +27 (0)21 683 7047, architecturecoop.co.za;
+27 (0)21 483 0000, capenature.co.za
Opposite, top to bottom One of the bedrooms that feature Brendan Dickerson’s attractive wall light made from old wine bottles; Justin sourced tile offcuts for
the cladding in the bathrooms. This page, left to right Attractive stone gabions in the braai area provide structural support and also help to protect the reserve
against runaway fires; what Justin calls an ‘eco-tower’ – each cabin has an eco-friendly power station where the solar geyser, gas canisters for the stoves, and the
fire extinguisher are stored.
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Words Tammy SuthernsPhotographs Supplied
Monaghan Farm brings country living to the urban edge
Farm living
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Luscious grass fields, riverbeds, rushing water and mountain views frame Monaghan Farm, a development designed out of nostalgia for open spaces and farm
living. Imagine organically grown vegetables delivered to your doorstep. Or letting your children disappear into the long grass until sunset.
Prospero Bailey, the developer, grew up on the farm. ‘It brings back the nostalgia, the memory of being able to run around on our grandparents’ farms with no shoes on,’ says Prospero.
Which is exactly what residents will be able to do if they live in one of the 305 homes available on Monaghan Farm, where over 404ha will remain open countryside and 4,04ha of land is dedicated to organic vegetable gardens. Prospero explains, ‘We have cows, we have horses, and the open space on this development will be bigger than Central Park.’ And there’s a 30km mountain bike track winding through the rolling landscape.
The vision for the development emerged in 2006 when developers showed interest in converting the Bailey farm into a golf estate. Prospero didn’t warm to the idea, reluctant even now to use the word ‘estate’ when referring to the Monaghan project. Instead he partnered with Tommy Crowe, Patrick Hamilton-Russell and Chandre Buys to develop Monaghan Farm along more sustainable lines.
Opening page Architectural specifications ensure that properties blend in with the beautiful surrounds. This page, top and bottom right Whether you’re riding your
mountain bike or your horse, there’s these and plenty of other healthy outdoor activities on offer at Monaghan Farm. Opposite, top Families enjoy lunch on the deck
above the Jukskei River, which runs through the estate. Bottom Monaghan Farm – the keyword is ‘farm’. It’s the life pastoral, just 15 minutes’ drive from Fourways.
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However, if you consider that the farm has a wholesome restaurant, The Other Side, which makes use of the organic veggies grown on site, and that Prospero also plans to develop a gym and stables on the property, it’s clear that residents will be far from living in the sticks.
In terms of education, Monaghan Montessori o� ers schooling from pre- to primary school, and Curro Private Schools group is planning to open a school with capacity for 1 400 learners in 2014. Prospero points out that, even with all this construction, once all three stages of the development are complete, only 3% of the farm will have buildings on it.
Perhaps insigni� cant compared to the grand open spaces, the country setting and views, the Monaghan homes are still noteworthy. All homes comply with
sustainable-building standards and maintain a modern yet natural feel in terms of their architecture and design. The guidelines dictate one-storey homes so as to not block anyone else’s view.
Each home has to make provision for at least 20 000L of rainwater storage and incorporate energy saving construction into the design. Homeowners can look forward to using solar-heated water, solar-powered under� oor piped water heating, gas and other green energy.
Which isn’t to say that the homes need to be uniform or unimaginative. Prospero says, ‘We just want the homes to blend into the landscape, with earthy tones. There are so many beautiful things you can do with this.’ The approved architects have designed more traditional farmhouses as well as
modern and contemporary homes. He says, ‘What matters to us is that the homes are not ostentatious and that their functionality and design have been carefully considered.’
With Lanseria airport � ve minutes down the road and Fourways just 15 minutes away, young families and retirees who invest in the development won’t be cut o� from urban living – Monaghan Farm boasts farm living at the urban edge. Prospero says, ‘Residents truly live on a farm, and yet they don’t have to sacri� ce the urban experience to do so.
‘Open space in Joburg gets destroyed so quickly by thoughtless developments with names that describe the natural beauty they are replacing. Monaghan Farm is unique and, sadly, is unlikely to be replicated.’ +27 (0)82 070 7500, monaghanfarm.co.za
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GREENINGIN LAYERS
If we were to build a green home, this is how we would go about itWords Genevieve FisherPhotographs Supplied
On these pages, we bring you products and technologies that you should consider when building a green home or converting to
green. We start with the � rst layer, the raw materials, followed by the second layer, � nishes, and � nally
the third layer, decor items and accessories. We also speak to experts in the � elds of green building and product manufacture.
Going green is all about a shift in consciousness. The products, technologies and appliances that we feature on these pages have been selected not
necessarily because they comply with every single green guideline and requirement (that would be a rare � nd), but because we believe that the intention of their manufacturers is to further this shift in consciousness. In short, if the intention is green, we’re keen!
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As with anything that has longevity, it all starts with the raw materials and foundations. Here we bring you materials and products used in the initial stages of green building that not only reduce your carbon footprint, but also help you to reduce your utilities bill.
CORE TEMPERATUREInsulation is the key to building green.
By correctly insulating from the beginning
stages, whether it’s the walls, fl oors or
ceilings, you can save dramatically on
other functionalities aimed at keeping
living temperatures moderate. The
Pietermaritzburg-based business,
Thermguard, takes pride in its green stance.
Thermguard Cellulose Fibre Insulation is
made up of 80% recycled newsprint and
is created through a low-energy process.
It is a useful product for all seasons too:
in winter, this roofi ng and ceiling insulation
keeps 91% of heat inside the house and
in summer it keeps 88% of the summer
heat out. Thermguard delivers and installs
nationwide as well as in Gaborone.
+27 (0)33 346 0111, thermguard.co.za
BUILDING BLOCKSBricks, the most basic and trusted of building materials, have traditionally been made from
concrete, which in recent years has gotten bad press because of the CO2 emitted during
the manufacturing process. Today the use of recycled materials for brick-manufacturing
is the solution. Cape Brick manufactures a wide range of building units with very low
CO2 emissions and with an average of 70% recycled materials. Based in the Western Cape,
the family-run business uses approximately 70 000t of recycled material per year. That’s an
estimated 10% of Cape Town’s total recycled building waste materials. Cape Brick products
are only available in the Western Cape. +27 (0)21 511 2006, capebrick.com
THE WRITING’S ON THE WALLPlascon’s Professional Evolution range is available on a made-to-order basis and tinted
according to specifi cations with a solvent-free colourant. The paints are free of VOCs,
formaldehyde, glycols, ammonia, lead and other harmful chemicals used in traditional paint,
and are as effective as Plascon’s premium products. 086 020 4060, plascon.co.za
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RAYNE NEAVE, owner of
Eco Exhibit in Northgate, Cape
Town, gives us his insight into green
construction and development trends.
Q What are ‘green’ buildings?Green buildings respect the natural
environment through the effi cient use
of energy, water and other renewable
resources while minimising waste
and pollution. This positively affects
the health and productivity of its
occupants. Being environmentally
conscious is an ongoing challenge
throughout the life cycle of a
green building, from conception to
demolition. To ensure a successful
green development, the architects,
engineers, designers and client all
need to work closely as a team.
Q Why should we consider solar energy?The use of solar energy has a positive
environmental offset and assists with
reducing the homeowner’s electricity
bill. Solar power is a viable alternative
to fossil fuels and some alternative
energy sources, as the end product
gives off no CO2 waste and uses
the natural energy from the sun to
generate electricity or hot water.
In the near future we can expect
phenomenal interest in solar-powered
sports stadiums that will produce
enough electricity to support 80% of
the surrounding neighbourhoods.
Q Why should we build with wood?This is because it can be reused
and recycled extensively. Experts
recommend using reclaimed wood,
since this will prevent more trees
from being felled. Reclaimed wood is
also often stronger and more stable
than freshly cut wood because it has
been exposed to more changes in
temperature and moisture.
Q What advances are on the greening horizon?Japan’s National Institute of Advanced
Industrial Science and Technology
(AIST) has invented solar panels in the
shape of plants. The solar cell modules
resemble a normal plant exactly and
incorporate solar panel technology to
tap the sun’s energy during the day.
Solar paint, invented at the University
of Newcastle, is another one.
+27 (0)21 510 4000, ecoexhibit.co.za
IN HOT WATERSolar water heaters can save you up to 75% on your hot water costs and are becoming an
increasingly popular means of thermal water heating. A north-facing solar panel is installed
on the roof of your home to collect energy from the sun. This energy is then used to heat
up water that’s then stored in a hot water cylinder. Solaheat, a company specialising in the
distribution and installation of solar water heaters, has a range of different panels to suit small
and large households. Solaheat’s fl agship product, Solahart, is of such good quality that it can
last for up to 30 years. Say goodbye to your energy-guzzling geyser and exorbitant electricity
bills. Nationwide delivery. +27 (0)21 713 3734, solaheat.co.za
GREEN STEEL Steel is essential to the building of a home. It’s innately eco-friendly in that it lasts a lifetime,
doesn’t rot, warp or decompose and can therefore keep being reused. However, the best
eco-credential of steel is that it is 100% recyclable. Bluescope Steel’s Clean Colorbond is a
steel roof application that’s now available in various shades to suit different tastes. The Clean
Colorbond products can be disassembled and reused in their current form for any number
of applications, saving on the cost and energy of making new products. Nationwide delivery.
+27 (0)21 442 5420, bluescopesteel.co.za
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� is is where the fun begins. When you get to add eco-friendly fi nishes and applications to your home. � is step involves inserting some personality into your home while choosing products that are easy on the environment. Who said going green has to be bland?
BUILD GREEN
SUSTAINABLE SPRAYCobra Watertech has been selected as a national partner in Eskom’s new Residential
Mass Roll-Out Programme, which upon registration will see energy-saving technologies
being installed in homes across SA, free of charge. The products that Cobra Watertech
is supplying for this roll-out are its water-effi cient shower heads, and for those who don’t
want to change their shower fi ttings, the installation of Cobra fl ow restrictors to improve
water effi ciency in homeowners’ existing shower heads. The restrictors (standard
with Cobra shower heads) are designed for use with overhead and hand showers.
Pressure- compensating fl ow restrictors limit water fl ow to an effi cient 9L/minute
without disrupting the shower head’s spray pattern. To register for Eskom’s Residential
Mass Roll-Out Programme, go to dawnenergy.co.za. 086 121 2121, cobra.co.za
NEW LIFECannata Granite’s range of recycled
quartz stone, Second. Life, is
comprised of 95% recycled and
reintegrated materials. Cannata
Granite is a member of the Green
Building Council of SA. Second. Life
also meets the requirements of the US
Green Building Council’s Leadership
in Energy and Environmental Design
(LEED) green building rating system.
The beautifully fi nished product
has seamless joins and edges and is
available in a variety of colours and
thicknesses, which can be custom
made to suit distinctive styles and
budgets. This hard-wearing material
is deal for kitchen countertops,
bathroom vanities, wall cladding
and fl oor tiling. Nationwide delivery.
+27 (0)21 510 8553,
cannatagranite.co.za
A FEEL FOR FLOORINGBestwood Flooring has been
committed to supplying timber
fl ooring products from internationally
recognised sustainable resources since
its inception. The company sources
the timber for its fl oorboards from
sustainable forest plantations and its
engineered fl oorboards make use of
multi-ply Russian birch substrates and
adhesives that are made to stringent
EU standards. The pre-fi nished
fl oor products are coated in low-
emission sealants. Ships nationwide.
+27 (0)21 465 1035, bestwood.co.za
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Ecospecifi er is an online portal
servicing the green building sector
by providing a search interface for
users looking for independently
assessed green products and
suppliers. We speak to Ecospecifi er
South Africa CEO, LIZETTE SWANEVELDER.
Q What sort of response have your services received from industry?There has been an increasingly
stronger response from architects,
designers, builders. When Ecospecifi er
was launched in South Africa in 2009,
nearly 350 people attended the launch
function. The usage of the website
has expanded from approximately
13 000 page views in the fi rst year
to approximate annual average of
80 000 views since 2010, indicating
an expansion in interest in green
building materials in South Africa.
Q What are some of the main searches conducted and what are some of the more popular products?Floors are a major search category
along with insulation, eco-panels,
paints and kitchen countertops. Cape
Brick and Penetron’s waterproofi ng
system are the front runners.
Q What are the three most important things that people wanting to fi t out their homes with green fi ttings should consider?Wall, fl oor and ceiling fi nishes are
the largest single areas involved with
the largest potential to negatively
infl uence air quality and health
through VOCs and things such
as hormone disruption, so these
would be the top issue. Then the
materials that furniture and joinery,
such as kitchen cupboards, are
made from have high potential for
carcinogenic formaldehyde release.
Soft furnishings, such as fabrics, foams
and vinyls, also have high potential for
hormone disruption and toxicity under
combustion. Timber certifi cation is
important. Make sure the source of the
timber is legal and preferably has an
FSC Chain of Custody certifi cate.
+27 (0)21 790 0286, ecospecifi er.co.za
BUILD GREEN
PANDERING TO BAMBOOBamboo was only introduced to South Africa several years ago, but it’s rapidly becoming the
eco-friendly alternative to hardwoods. Why, you may ask? Well, mainly because of its rapid
growth rate. Bamboo stems mature in about fi ve years and the oldest stems in each clump are
harvested yearly without killing the plant and without leaving a deforested landscape behind it.
Bamboo forests also absorb more CO2 per hectare than equivalent timber forests. But the best
part is that bamboo products have a net-positive carbon footprint, in other words, more CO2 is
consumed by the plants while they are growing than is released during the manufacture and
transport of the fi nished products. Panda Bamboo was one of the fi rst companies to introduce
this material to South Africa and its products, including fl ooring, cladding and kitchen
fi ttings, are certifi ed by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC). If you’re looking for an eco-
friendly alternative to timber, with the same aesthetic appeal, this is it. Available nationwide.
086 111 4971, pandabamboo.co.za
FEELING FLUSHGreat advances have been made in
the fi eld of water-saving loos. Duravit
has been manufacturing toilets with
reduced fl ushing volume as well as
dual-fl ushing capability since the
’80s, reducing a household of four’s
water consumption by 17 000L of
water a year. This is set to decrease
still further with the introduction of
Duravit’s dual-fl ush 3L/4,5L system.
Part of Duravit’s Starck 3 range, the
unit shown here was designed by
Philippe Starck. Available nationwide.
+27 (0)11 722 9060, duravit.com
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BUILD GREEN
Eco-friendly furniture and appliances are a big trend in interior decorating, not only because they employ sustainable materials – and in the case of appliances, technology that furthers the sustainability of resources – but also because they look so good. � ese decor accessories and appliances get our green stamp of approval.
SHOOTING PELLETSThis automated Pellet Stove, part of Italcotto’s Calore range of eco-friendly fi replaces and
stoves, runs on electricity, but only to regulate the consumption of the wood pellets. Because
they’re carbon neutral and manufactured from compressed sawdust and wood waste sourced
from SA’s timber industry and alien vegetation, the pellets are considered a renewable biofuel.
The heat is regulated by the chosen setting and the pellets are fed into the fi replace and ignited
automatically for optimal fuel consumption. After ignition, the electricity consumption is, give
or take, a low 0,1 kWh. Available nationwide. 0860 225 673, calorefi replacesandstoves.co.za
LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHTHeath Nash has been wowing us with his
eco-conscious lighting designs ever since
his fi rst appearance at Design Indaba. Heath
has a talent for turning discarded plastic
items (mostly bottles and other containers)
into beautiful lighting pieces. One of his
latest designs is the Laurel pendant lamp,
made from recycled plastic bottles and
wire. It’s packed fl at to keep transport costs
down and comes with instructions on how
to shape it into a light. Nationwide delivery.
+27 (0)21 447 5757, heathnash.com
DISCARDED TREASURESRecreate is an interior design and
furniture- repurposing company that gives a new
and entirely different life to discarded furniture and
accessories. With a shelf added here, an upholstered
seat there, the items are functional, innovative,
recycled and eye-catching. One of Recreate’s
newest designs is a vintage oven turned kitchen
storage unit. The oven cavity now functions as a
cupboard and the grill plate has been replaced
with a custom-made chopping board that can
be removed for cleaning. Nationwide delivery.
+27 (0)21 447 0007, recreate.za.net
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JAPIE COMBRICK of
Wowhouse explains the ins and outs
of sourcing eco-friendly furniture.
Q What’s the key to sourcing green furniture?There are many products and
services on the market that claim
to be green or eco-friendly simply
because these terms are open to
interpretation. For Wowhouse, our
green statement considers fi rstly the
origin and then the entire lifecycle of
the raw material and the fi nal product.
Questions people should consider
include: where is the raw material
from, where and how is the product
manufactured and what is the impact
of the product on the environment
after manufacturing? A product
made locally from felled alien trees is
greener than something manufactured
from ‘certifi ed’ green material that is
imported from overseas. We believe
that the carbon footprint of a product
is the key consideration in the green
debate. Imported timber could never
be greener than locally grown timber,
felled ethically, simply because of the
high carbon impact of transportation
of the product to South Africa. Finally,
an informed decision should also be
based on the ethics of the labour and
manufacturing processes involved in
the development of a product. The
next time you encounter something
‘green’, check whether any of these
claims are substantiated.
Q Are more people becoming interested in green furniture?Absolutely. Green is the new black!
With the global green revolution came
the consumer’s rights to access to
product information. Most consumers
want to do the right thing and
make environmentally responsible
decisions about how they live and
what they buy. Many, however, are
currently misled or disillusioned by
product greenwashing (the practice
of claiming that a product is green
when it is not) and many believe that
green almost always implies that
something would be more expensive
or available to an exclusive group.
For Wowhouse, green means all
things local, including local skills
development and the empowerment
of women in green manufacturing.
+27 (0)82 378 2985,
wowhouse.co.za
LOUNGING WITH PURPOSEWowhouse specialises in furniture and lifestyle items made out of sustainable materials
from local sources. We love this custom-made outdoor lounger, which is made from saligna
wood that comes from a sustainable managed plantation in George. Part of the Eucalyptus
species, saligna wood is a local green alternative to woods such as balau, an imported
rainforest timber. This lounger has been left untreated to grey naturally and the seat bases
open up to offer storage for outdoor cushions and throws. Only available in Cape Town.
+27 (0)82 378 2985, wowhouse.co.za
A COOL HEADSpecialising in premium refrigerators and freezers, Liebherr manufactures and supplies
domestic and commercial appliances and is dedicated to eco-friendly technology from start
to fi nish. To optimise energy effi ciency, Liebherr uses recyclable plastics and reuses the heat
generated in the manufacturing process. Liebherr’s factories are certifi ed with the International
Environmental Energy Standard. In the early ’90s Liebherr was the fi rst manufacturer
to present a full range of refrigerators and freezers that were free of CFC’s and HCFC
refrigerants, confi rming its commitment to eco-consciousness. Last year, Liebherr presented
16 new wine-cooler models at the IFA 2011 Exhibition, all of them lauded for their sleek design
and optimised technology that makes them more effi cient, quieter and larger. Available from
Cool Guys. Nationwide delivery. +27 (0)21 552 3457; liebherr.com
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DESIGN PROFILE
Words Anne SchaufferPhotographs Strijdom van der Merwe
For land artist Strijdom van der Merwe, nature and the landscape are palette, brush and medium
For land artist Strijdom van der Merwe, nature and the landscape are
Natural order
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Strijdom van der Merwe grew up on a farm in Meyerton, south of Johannesburg, and that closeness to the soil remains the tie that binds. For him, it was the basis
for everything that came after: ‘As a child on a farm, when you come home from school and need to keep yourself busy, you spend time outside, often alone, in the landscape. If you do that often enough, you find something to do with rocks or grass – change it, bend it, twist it to make patterns – and over time, you look at the natural world differently.’ The different soil types on the farm had also prompted the family to establish a brick factory, and the colours and textures of the soil would come to have a strong link to the work Strijdom would later do.
Strijdom is the youngest of four brothers and he’s convinced that was the only reason why, in ‘a
nice Afrikaans family’, he was allowed to study art. A grin. ‘Well, the oldest brother must inherit the farm, the second brother became a priest – that was the religious side covered – the third went into academics – another cornerstone – so when it came to me, I could probably do whatever I wanted.’ He studied graphic art and he recalls how supportive his parents were: ‘Arriving home at the end of each year, the only question my father would ask was, “Are you happy?” And I’d say, “Yes, Dad, I’m happy.” And he’d reply, “Then so am I.”’
After graduating, Strijdom worked at the University of Stellenbosch for the next eight years, initially as the in-house graphic designer and next as a computer graphics teacher and part-time Sculpture lecturer. ‘But still in the afternoons, weekends and holidays I would end up doing my own land art. I did
some drawing and painting, but that never really got me going. It was always the need to go back to the land, to the earth. I always wanted to get out of the studio, away from the computer. Sitting in an office, I felt as if life was happening outside. I had to go back there and feel the sun and the cold.’
At age 30, he resigned. ‘I gave up the pension, the medical aid, the house subsidy and the good salary. My heart wasn’t in it, and I thought that if I had to spend the next 30 years of my life doing that work, I would die of boredom.’ Instead, he went to Prague to study further.
‘I’d discovered other people around the world doing similar work, but very few in South Africa. People here still believe that in order to see art, you have to go to a gallery. It’s an educational thing, because people aren’t used to land art. They don’t see
Opening page Constructing ladders from bamboo, Nirox Foundation, Johannesburg. This page, above Sculptural tree, Waterkloof Wine Estate, Somerset West.
Below Wrappng 393 trees in red fabric in Dorp Street, Stellenbosch.
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value in non-permanent sculptures, installations or even work in public spaces. If I ask somebody to come to the opening of my exhibition, they want to know whether they should bring their invitation. People still have this limited notion of how art should be.’ He smiles wryly as he describes how corporates responded to his requests for sponsorships for a sculpture that would last a day or a week: ‘It was unthinkable. Yet an 80-minute rugby game … But overseas, land art is a big thing.’
Strijdom remembers the impact his � rst project in Prague had on him. They were called ‘soft sculptures’. ‘They didn’t have to be made out of the traditional bronze, granite or any other way we’d always thought about sculpture. They could be something that lasted for a few minutes. Our lecturer said, “You have a day to make a small sculpture. Only one rule: you can’t buy anything.” Usually if you make something, you head to the hardware store and buy nails and wood. He opened us up to the idea that we could look at something, at everything, di� erently: a leaf, a stick, a stone, has something sculptural to it, and perhaps you’ve never looked at it in that way before. You know that in autumn the leaves change colour and the way you place them can make a kaleidoscope of, say, greens, yellows, reds and browns. Stones have di� erent textures, and when you talk about texture, you come back to the basic things you learnt in art school: texture, perspective, colour. Those things are all in nature – your materials and paintbrush are leaves, stones, water and soil.’
Nature had two more lessons in store for Strijdom. ‘I walked past a building site and picked up some sand, two di� erent kinds, one reddish, one white, and I made a two-tone drawing in sand,’ he says. While he was busy working, he began to see how the soil in his backyard was one colour, the soil of the Karoo, red, and that of Namibia, white. ‘Suddenly I looked at nature di� erently and started seeing how things could potentially be used artistically.’ He also realised that if you build something in the landscape, you need to work with the natural cycles: ‘So if you place a line of � ags in a � eld and the wind blows very strongly then nature is playing its part and the sculpture is working with the wind. No wind, and the sculpture becomes an entirely di� erent artwork.’
Strijdom documents his work, beautifully photographing each piece of art, but he dismisses the idea that he’s a skilled photographer. ‘I use the camera on automatic. It’s about the work. The photo looks good because the subject matter was created in such a way that the balance, colour and perspective are perfect. The photography is just a way of documenting it.’ Equally important is the moment you shoot and the position from which you shoot. ‘For example, I know that the mountain should be in the background because the artwork relates to it or that the sculpture works best when there are no shadows.’ The artwork is site speci� c. It exists because of the landscape around it, so if Strijdom was to produce the same work elsewhere, it would be an entirely di� erent piece: ‘The way I take the photograph shows that this is the
landscape. As one British artist said, “The landscape has a greater impact on me than I have on the landscape.” That’s important – you don’t want to push your own ego; you work with the landscape, subtly and softly.’
Strijdom describes what’s at the heart of his work: ‘I believe we all have this urge to create a kind of order. When it isn’t there, you look at an object, and that’s it. But the moment you do something to it which creates order, you feel more comfortable. It’s like walking on the beach, collecting stones and arranging them in a certain pattern - you immediately feel comfortable. Rearranging what is there in an ordered pattern immediately responds to or corresponds with what we know.
‘Of course, inspiration comes from many sources; it’s essentially the sum of one’s life experience. But for me it’s ultimately the landscape that I want to work in and with, and when I � nd a landscape that resonates with me, I recognise it. I sit there and re� ect on everything that’s had an impact on me and then, maybe, little ideas come along.’
A small smile. ‘And, of course, there are the crowd-pullers and the private work: the wrapping of 393 trees in red fabric in Stellenbosch for a month. And the smaller, personal works – when I’m absolutely solitary somewhere in the Tankwa Karoo or somewhere where there’s no cellphone reception, and I just drag my feet and make a mark in the sand or draw a line. That close connection between you and the earth, with nobody else around – that’s intensely personal.’ +27 (0)21 886 6496, strijdom.co.za
Opposite, clockwise from top Line of Red Flags, Western Cape; sculpting sand cones on a beach near Gordon’s Bay, Western Cape; self-portait. This page, below
Weaving a ball from sticks, Stellenbosch.
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Living
Words Tammy SuthernsPhotographs Supplied
A neighbourhood that mixes business and pleasure, Fourways is the place to live, work and play
FaST pace in
Fourways
Fourways is a bustling suburb made up of many different types of properties that have wormed their way between the Sandton and Midrand areas. And, says
Sean McCauley, a director at Rawson Property Group, with Johannesburg now ranked as one of the fifth-worst countries in the world in terms of traffic, Fourways has become one of the more preferred office nodes because it allows people to live closer to their places of work.
Fourways is easily accessible via major connecting roads, but the area used to be much more serene. Before being built up, Fourways was an expansive farm called Norscot, whose owners built a large homestead, Norscot Manor, in the Cape Dutch style. Today this mansion is used as a community centre, while Fourways itself has retained its colonial feel and community atmosphere.
Diverse living
enter the thriving Fourways area via
the n1 at William nicol Drive, from
Witkoppen Road or even the R511
and choose between a number of
hot attractions and pumping venues.
For trendy spenders, Fourways Mall,
Montecasino and Fourways crossing
offer entertainment, shopping and a
bit of gambling too. Those looking
for some gorgeous buys can also visit
Design Quarter on William nicol Drive.
Keen golfers can visit the beautiful
Gary player-designed Dainfern golf
course that overlooks the Jukskei
River. Because the pace of city life can
get intense, Fourways also has a wide
variety of spas and health centres in the
area catering to residents and visitors.
For fine dining or quick snacks, a range
of restaurants and fast-food joints
litter this diverse node. Families are
also spoilt for choice when it comes to
schooling, with options of both private
and government schools, such as
Dainfern college, crawford pre- primary
and prep schools and St peter’s
preparatory School.
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Living
What the agents sayMichelle Zuccollo from Caradoc Realty,
Francesca Beattie from Francesca Beattie
Properties and James Christelis from Lew
Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty SA
break down the Fourways residential market
for potential homebuyers.
Q Which are the more popular areas within Fourways?James: Boomed/access-controlled areas
are always more popular than areas that are
not boomed. Position is important, so areas
close to schools, away from noisy roads, are
always more sought after and tend to carry
better values.
Q What kinds of homes are available?Michelle: They range from sectional title
units for around R1,4 million to luxurious
free-standing homes that range from around
R3 million to R15 million.
Q What advantages does Fourways offer potential homebuyers?Francesca: We have just about every
facility needed for a full, modern lifestyle
for cosmopolitan families or single people
of all ages. We are within striking distance
of two airports as well as Pretoria City and
Johannesburg City. In terms of residential
properties, there is plenty of choice, from
stand-alone homes to loft/apartment
living, gated estates or secure complexes.
Fourways is also close to so many sporting
and recreational areas and is only 15 minutes
away from Kya Sands, Strydom Park and
Randburg for light industrial and office
property. There is also an abundance of all of
the big anchor shops.
Q Is property in Fourways gaining in value?James: It is a sought-after area that gives
better value than those at the southern end
of the highway. Growth is not nearly what
it used to be; however, Fourways seems to
be retaining its value and is seeing better
growth than most other areas.
Q How has Fourways changed in the past decade?Francesca: The area has changed from
a dusty four-way stop on the road to
Kyalami/ Pretoria to a bustling city suburb.
Yet it is still close to semi-country areas,
such as the Magaliesberg, the Cradle
of Humankind and Hartbeespoort Dam.
There is also a brand-new hospital, new
schools, newly developed office suites
and buildings, many new and upgraded
shopping centres, new residential estates,
and new roads.
Business in FourWays
In Fourways there are many different types of accommodation to choose from, such as
the Palazzo Montecasino Hotel, quaint B & Bs, chalets, guesthouses and lodges. Lanseria
International Airport is also just a short drive away, ensuring frequent travellers’ journeys are
made easy. With main road routes to nearby nodes, such as Sandton, Midrand and Pretoria,
Fourways is a business hub with stunning attractions and dining options.
opposite, top The park and man-made dam at Fourways Gardens Residential Estate.
Bottom A contemporary home in Fourways Gardens Phase 1, available for R7,8 million
through Caradoc Realty. this page The Other Side Restaurant on Monaghan Farm.
With thanks to …
Caradoc realty, +27 (0)11 467 3233, caradocrealty.co.za
Francesca Beattie Properties, +27 (0)11 705 2384, fbproperties.co.za
Lew geffen sotheby’s international realty sa, +27 (0)11 466 1187, sothebysrealty.co.za
Five things to do in FourWays and surrounds
Montecasino: Get dolled up for a night in a faux-Tuscan world of gourmet restaurants,
cinemas, nightclubs, the Teatro and the casino.
Broadacres: Gather up the kids or your partner, pack yourself a delicious picnic basket and
enjoy the fine weather among the roses while spreading out your treats.
Kyalami racetrack: If you have a need for speed and love the adrenalin that comes with
racing, check out the array of events at Kyalami, just a 15-minute drive away.
the Lion Park: Travel towards Lanseria International Airport and find yourself in an animal
kingdom that you don’t have to go on safari to see.
the other side restaurant: Situated on Monaghan Farm, just 20 minutes away from
Fourways, it’s the perfect place to relax and enjoy wholesome food.
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ASK THE EXPERTS
GREENSTARS
Photographs Michael GlenisterLocation Moyo Melrose Arch
� e professionals on how green building can work for you
ASK THE EXPERTS
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ASK THE EXPERTSASK THE EXPERTS
56 | July/August 2012
Briefl y tell us about your
green achievements.
Eco-friendly or ‘green’ is all the
rage, but it entails more than just
using solar heating and eating
organic; it’s serious business
to save our planet, not some
bandwagon to jump on. Rhoms
is one of only two South African
companies dealing in wooden
fl ooring that is actually certifi ed
by the worldwide body, FSC.
Which green feature of your
business excites you the most?
Not only do we worry about
our fl ooring and decking being
green, but also the products
needed to fi nish and maintain
them. Renner Wood Coatings
is a company as committed to
the environment as we are, and
we are proud to introduce its
world-famous water-based wood
paints, varnishes and sealers to
South Africa. We can now offer
a sealer for decks, garage doors,
window frames and any outdoor
furniture. The sealer is not only
easy to apply, but also lasts up
to two years before it needs
simple maintenance. It’s called
Polisten. Don’t take my word for
it – google ‘Polisten fi nish’ and
see. The price is also reasonable.
Salesmen often present their
product as sustainable/green
because of the generic material it
is made from. Ask to see proof of
certifi cation from an international
body for both the manufacturer
and your salesman.
Briefl y tell us about your
green achievements.
Since Rhoms was founded in
1997, we’ve believed in only
dealing in sustainable products.
In those early days, it was not
easy to fi nd companies who saw
the benefi ts of being green, and
in 2005 we became the fi rst
fl ooring company in South Africa
to be certifi ed by SGS and to
receive an FSC certifi cate
(SGS-COC-002403).
We are committed to products
that come from sustainable
and renewable resources and
that, most importantly, are
manufactured in a socially
responsible manner. It’s the
whole process that must be
correct – you form a chain of
custody that must not be broken.
Which green feature of your
business excites you the most?
What excites us the most is that
we have not had to sacrifi ce
quality to achieve this. Not
only are we environmentally
responsible, but we also source
superior products. Our French
and European oak engineered
fl ooring follows the age-old
tradition of using block board cut
from FSC-certifi ed timbers, while
the rare resource is only used
for the top layer. Our Classen
laminates are PEFC- green
certifi ed and in the latest EU
test they were rated the best
in their class for living and
environmental characteristics.
SAINT-GOBAIN GYPROC
Briefl y tell us about your
green achievements.
In conjunction with attaining
my Green Star Accredited
Professional status, I participate
regularly in environmental,
energy management and general
resource conservation workshops
and associated conventions. I use
the knowledge I gain to ensure
that the products and systems
developed by Saint-Gobain meet
Green Star criteria as well as
SANS 10400-XA requirements.
Which green feature of your
business excites you the most?
Saint-Gobain SA has just released
its very fi rst sustainability
review (you can access it on our
website, saint-gobain.co.za). The
fact that we are committed to
integrating sustainable principles
into the very fabric of our
business, from the development
and manufacture of products to
the way we treat our employees,
suppliers and communities, is
incredibly exciting!
What benefi ts have green
practices yielded for
you personally?
Aside from the comfort in
knowing that I am doing my bit
for reducing my family’s impact
on the environment, it would be
the signifi cant reduction in my
heating and cooling expenses,
because of the incorporation of
plasterboard, insulation, solar
geyser, geyser blanket and
pipe lagging, as well the indoor
comfort factor.
+27 (0)12 657 2800
Briefl y tell us about your
green achievements.
My green adventure started in
earnest with the almost-off-grid
Botswana Technology Centre in
Gaborone in 1999. It has rock- bed
cooling, stack ventilation,
ventilated facades, and so on …
And it seems to work! I followed
on with a corporate headquarters
for Telkom in Centurion, with
light scoops, tuneable facades,
major energy-saving components
and the like. We have just had
our latest resort in Mauritius
rated as the greenest resort on
the island and it also made the
Top Hotels of the World list.
And fi nally, we are on site with
our new Stauch Vorster offi ce in
Illovo, which incorporates a fully
green environment with a great
commercial set of criteria.
What benefi ts have going green
yielded for you personally?
The greatest green benefi t is the
feeling of contributing, of being
part of a focused approach to
green design and delivery. It just
makes sense.
Which green feature of your
business excites you the most?
Our green design focus creates
an exciting and relevant
approach to the business and its
vision, culminating in our new
favourite green product currently
under manufacture – our new
green headquarters.
+27 (0)11 465 4150
rtw.co.za
RHOMS TIMBERWORLD
Rose KinGroup General Manager – Professional Division
Atisha Gopichund Specifi cation Support Manager
Munroe SwirskyFounder/Owner
RHOMS TIMBERWORLD
+27 (0)11 465 4150
rtw.co.za
STAUCH VORSTER ARCHITECTS
Kevan Moses
Managing Director
+27 (0)11 268 6090
svarchitects.com
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TRAVEL
Nothing says ‘holiday’ quite like coconuts and azure waters Words Tammy Sutherns
La Pirogue’s rustic LifestyLe
Located on the west coast of the island of Mauritius, La Pirogue
envelopes the warm Mauritian culture in first-class resort living.
Authentic island music and dinners by candlelight characterise the
resort, which is framed in volcanic mountain rock, white beaches,
wooden buildings and thatched bars. Standard rooms, superior rooms
and royal suites are on offer. From their bedrooms, guests have
breathtaking views of the beach and its thick grove of coconut palms.
The brightly decorated rooms open onto the beach, letting guests
nip out for a quick dip in the ocean. Hammocks hang lazily from the
trees, and luscious gardens border the white sands. La Pirogue is
characterised by an energetic pulse, perfect for those who like a bit of
adventure with their holiday. Scuba diving, waterskiing, windsurfing,
tennis, aerobics and swimming are some of the activities on offer,
while golfers can revel in either Le Tamarina or Le Touessrok golf
courses. To balance all this action, there’s the Aura Spa, which provides
treatments for singles and couples and includes a shiatsu treatment
area for guests looking to ease into their holiday. Dining options include
the restaurants Thatches, Paul et Virginie and Tides, where guests
may choose from Mauritian cuisine as well as flavours from around the
world. There is also a range of beach bars to frequent. Authentically
Mauritian in every sense, La Pirogue is the resort for anyone looking for
home comfort in a world-class setting. +230 403 3900, lapirogue.com
MauritiusTime ouT in
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TRAVEL
Easy living at long BEach
Offering 109m2 of beach space per guest room,
Long Beach is the Mauritian holiday destination
for people looking for a little bit of everything –
and the best in everything. Located on the Belle
Mare Peninsula on the east coast of Mauritius,
this exotic paradise combines lazy beach days,
a high-energy nightlife and family fun. Life at
this five-star luxury getaway revolves around
an urban piazza with restaurants, shops and
bars. The dining venues leave guests spoilt for
choice. There’s a variety of fine-dining restaurants
offering Chinese, Japanese or Italian cuisine.
Guests can also sip cocktails at the bar or enjoy
the beach service during the day, while the spa
takes relaxation to a whole new level. Rooms
include beachfront family rooms, superior
beachfront rooms, standard sea-view rooms and
deluxe beachfront suites. The high-tech in- room
entertainment on offer includes LCD flat- screen
TVs with satellite channels, Wi-Fi Internet
access and iPod docking systems. Long Beach
is the perfect package of lush tropical gardens,
sea views, dappled white sands and modern,
five- star island living.
+230 401 1919, longbeachmauritius.com
For reservations or information contact World leisure holidays on 0860 954 954, [email protected], wlh.co.za
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The gloomy sentiment in the residential property sector is di� cult to understand and leads me to believe that, with rare exceptions, economists and other market
commentators may be reading statistics and indicators while looking backwards. From my viewpoint, demand that has been dammed up since December 2007 – the start of the longest downturn I’ve seen in my 25-year career in residential property – is now beginning to � ow back into the market and is having a discernible e� ect on the momentum of home sales and purchases.
This is most noticeable in the upper end of the Gauteng property spectrum – my focus area. Granted, the eurozone debt crisis and the threat of an economic slowdown remain a source of global uncertainty. But this is being counterbalanced in the local property market by a range of positive factors. Most signi� cant among these are bankers. Patently absent from the residential property scene for the past few years, bankers are now investing in their own homes, either by selling and buying bigger and better or by extending and upgrading. In Gauteng, and particularly in Joburg and Sandton, we are encountering an increasing number of senior banking executives seeking opportunities to buy upward or extend, some with budgets of R10 million or more.
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Ronald Ennik, CEO Ennik Estates – Exclusive
Gauteng A� liate of Christie’s International
Real Estate
The big picture is healthy
Always well-informed on market trends, and therefore, closest to the fundamentals of property cycles, bankers invariably provide an early and accurate reading of where the residential sector is headed. Are they swimming against the tide? I don’t think so. By the time homeowners as a group discern an upturn, it is normally some months down the track.
Another key indicator is that upmarket, lock-up-and-leave multilevel lifestyle developments in the mould of the Michelangelo and Melrose Arch, which have weathered the downturn better than other property genres, are attracting more buyer attention right now. The newest of these is the Houghton, a R2-billion-plus development overlooking the newly completed Jack Nicklaus signature golf course. In terms of value per square metre and lifestyle, the Houghton is probably the best o� ering in the Gauteng market right now.
The increasing number of returning expatriates, whose lives in debt-burdened countries abroad have lost their lustre, is another positive market factor. Big motivators for them and other foreign investors are the relative weakness of the rand, continued uncertainty surrounding the US economy and the eurozone debt crisis, the explosion of economic activity and growth in sub-Saharan Africa and the entrenchment of Sandton as the platform of choice
from which to conduct business in Africa. As a result, much of the home-buying interest we are seeing is from international executives.
Taking all of these factors into account, I am con� dent that the property market – not least at the luxury end – will show growth in 2012. However, the speed of that growth will almost certainly be dictated to a large extent by political issues and the outcome of the ANC’s Mangaung conference in December.
While the residential market may slow down in times of economic downturn, it never loses its motion. Property has to turn over, because life happens and homeowners move house. Families expand, people grow older, adult children move out, couples divorce, emigration and immigration continue, net worth increases or decreases, death, deceased estates and distressed sales happen. These are the realities of life that give the market its core momentum.
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Your MoveSandy Geffen, Executive
Director of Lew Geffen
Sotheby’s International
Realty, says there are
many ways for you to get
clean and green at the
same time.
There are few places where you can revel in
luxury without feeling somewhat guilty, but one of
these is a beautiful bathroom that has also been
designed to be eco-friendly.
The most-used resource in bathrooms is obviously
water, so you need to give some thought to ways
you can reduce usage of this precious substance
without skimping on the pleasures of a long soak
in a hot tub or an aqua-massage from a powerful
shower head. Experts recommend that you install
tap and shower head aerators, which will give
you a powerful flow with much less water. They
also recommend modern low-flow toilets and a
grey- water diverter so that water from your bath
or shower can be reused in the garden.
You can also start every day with something
green just by turning the tap off while you’re
brushing your teeth! And as you proceed on
your journey to a greener way of life, consider
installing a rainwater tank and connecting it to
your bathroom plumbing so that you can luxuriate
in the free gift of naturally soft water.
Next you will need to tackle electricity usage.
It takes a huge amount of energy to heat water,
and you can cut down on this in a number of
ways. If you have a traditional geyser, make sure
it is properly insulated, turn the thermostat down
and switch it off when you are not at home.
Alternatively you could have a smart switch
installed that electronically controls the operating
times of the geyser. Better still, replace it as soon
as you can with a solar geyser or a heat pump and
start making use of renewable energy sources
instead of electricity drawn from our coal-fired
and already overloaded national grid.
As for the decor, this will always be a personal
choice that spells luxury in your world, but
a bathroom in harmony with nature can be
a true oasis that enables you to unwind in a
serene ambience. Seek out tiles made from
recycled materials (especially glass), use paints
with low VOC ratings, install LED lighting and
ditch harsh chemical cleaners in favour of bio-
friendly products.
And finally, try to make sure you have a beautiful
view from your bath, and go for bath linens
made from organic cotton and dyed with
natural substances, beeswax candles as natural
air fresheners, and handmade soaps and bath
products made from real plants and fruits. Plants
in the bathroom and a window frame looking
onto a beautiful plant feature enhance and infuse
nature into the bathroom experience.
Until next month, when we’ll look at masterful
main bedrooms …
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Lapping up the student marketJHI Residential, a sister company to JHI Properties, has recently been launched with the
intention of providing residential management services. ‘This is a natural progression for
us. We already have extensive experience, not only in managing commercial property,
but also in managing various mixed-use properties that include a residential component,’
explains Thea Bezuidenhout, director of JHI Residential. ‘We have already been awarded
the management contract to manage 10 properties for International Housing Solutions, an
established company that develops community-centred housing projects. These 10 buildings
comprise some 1 800 units, mainly providing student accommodation and including some
retail and other flats and lofts.’ With regard to student accommodation, Thea says, ‘We are
also handling the maintenance of the facilities, arranging security and transport of students
to and from nearby Wits University, collecting rentals, managing the trust account and
keeping management accounts on behalf of the landlord.’ Although the buildings are all
located in Johannesburg’s inner-city area of Braamfontein area, JHI Residential aims to
extend its services nationwide as the business grows. ‘We are already exploring further
opportunities in Pretoria, Durban and elsewhere in Africa, including Namibia,’ says Thea.
+27 (0)11 911 8000, jhi.co.za
Luxury beach livingWith its Blue Flag beach and a promenade dotted with designer eateries frequented by the
rich and famous, Camps Bay is the country’s coastal crown jewel. It is the best performer
on the Atlantic Seaboard and investors continue to renovate, demolish and create homes
valued in the millions. The new secure and ultra-luxurious Camps Bay Beach villas offer the
most desired address: fronted by the ocean and with the Twelve Apostles to the left and
Lion's Head on the right. The five double-storey villas have floor-to-ceiling sea views and a
contemporary design with an interplay of space, light and climate control for the ultimate
Mediterranean lifestyle. Each villa offers lift access, open-plan living, sky-lit double-volume
kitchens, floating staircases, three luxurious en-suite bedrooms, a store room, three-car
garaging, visitor parking and a deck with rim-flow pool overlooking the ocean. Finishes
include leathered and granite tiling, walnut timber flooring, frameless glass and aluminium
shutter blinds for light, noise and insulation control. +27 (0)21 438 1055, campsbaybeach.net
Argyle Centre, Braamfontein
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Gautrain’s new green homeGrowthpoint Properties plans to develop a 7 000m2 green offi ce building directly opposite the Gautrain Midrand station. Forming part of
Grand Central Offi ce Park, the stylish multi-tenant building will see the Gautrain Management Agency occupying 2 500m2 of the available offi ce
space. Growthpoint has held the rights to develop this land for several years. ‘We waited for the right time and the right tenant to allow us to
develop a quality property asset and further our green-building drive,’ says Rudolf Pienaar, divisional director of Growthpoint Properties Offi ces.
‘We’re building new offi ces that strive to achieve a balance between aesthetics, functionality, fl exibility, sustainability and energy effi ciency and
that provide the best experience for users.’ The development has been designed to meet the specifi cations for a Four-Star Green Star rating.
Vast road upgrades in the area mean the building will be easily accessible. Earthworks began in April 2012, in accordance with a 12-month
construction programme. +27 (0)11 944 6001, growthpoint.co.za
Mixing it upThe property development industry’s sights are set on the delivery of
further mixed-use builds. This is the opinion of Mark Souris, managing
director of the retail, commercial and industrial property management
company, Periscopic. Because of the housing shortfall in South Africa,
it is becoming more diffi cult to develop shopping centres in existing
suburban areas, while growth in the rural market will soon reach
saturation point, says Mark. Heidi Franck, managing director of property
asset management and quantity surveying company, Intigra, says that
town planners are looking into putting a hold on further urban sprawl
and are calling for the more effi cient use of existing buildings by, for
example, converting them to mixed-use developments. ‘Obviously this
does require an upfront investment in refurbishing a building, but,
depending on where the building is situated and the type of tenant mix
you aim for, a mixed-use centre can be a worthwhile investment,’ says
Mark. Montecasino and Nelson Mandela Square are good examples of
successful mixed-use developments, he adds. Intigra and Periscopic are
part of One Property Holdings Group. +27 (0)11 202 0320,
oneholdings.co.za
Greener pastures for IllovoThe private property development and investment enterprise, Intaprop, is putting up a new offi ce building in a prime location in Illovo
Boulevard. Designed by Stauch Vorster Architects and already fully let to RMB Corvest, 8 Melville is intended to be a Four-Star Green Star-rated
building. ‘The insulation and energy effi ciency of the building received exceptional attention to detail,’ says Hugo Stroud, a director at Intaprop.
One of the key green features is the variable refrigerant volume (VRV) system, an energy-effi cient air-conditioning system. The building will
also employ state-of-the-art low-energy lighting installations with motion sensor technology as well as water-saving strategies, including
rainwater harvesting and grey-water systems. The fi rst phase of the double-storey, 2 400m2 offi ce building will be ready in December 2012
and there is room for the development of a further 800m2 of offi ce space. ‘The second phase of 8 Melville will be demand driven and is ideally
suited to any corporate that prizes sustainable business, energy effi ciency and an excellent working environment for its people,’ says Hugo.
+27 (0)11 550 6900, intaprop.co.za
A vibrant makeoverBedfordview’s Village View shopping centre is receiving a
R20 million makeover by its owner, the Cavaleros Group, which will
provide greater retail variety, improved shopper fl ows and a more
vibrant shopping experience. Just over 1 500m2 of Village View
is being refurbished and 300m2 of retail space is being added, to
meet ongoing demand. Elsabe Griesel, portfolio manager for the
Cavaleros Group, explains that the project is allowing the group
to refi ne the centre’s retail and dining offerings to best meet the
needs of its shoppers and to keep the centre fresh and relevant
to its market. ‘It also provides the opportunity to move existing
tenants, strengthen our tenant mix and create feature zones
within the centre. This will boost the entire experience at Village
View,’ she adds. Vovo Telo and two other new restaurants will
be joining Tasha’s, Pigalle and Rodizio in the centre’s fi ne-dining
mix. The makeover is scheduled for completion this November.
+27 (0)11 622 3026, cavaleros.co.za
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1Tourists on a game drive in South Luangwa National Park get up close to an
elephant. 2An elephant and its calf amble through Mushroom Lodge. 3Mushroom
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New to the well-established Three Cities Group is Exceptional Safaris, a stand-alone company that provides management and marketing solutions to
southern African game lodges.Joining Exceptional Safaris’ portfolio is
Mushroom Lodge & Presidential House in Zambia. ‘We are very excited about this venture, and with the existing presence of Three Cities Exceptional Hotels in Zambia, we are well positioned to grow the market share at Mushroom Lodge & Presidential House,’ says Mike Lambert, CEO of Three Cities Group Exceptional Hotels.
Mushroom Lodge & Presidential House are situated on the Mfuwe Lagoon in the 900 000ha
South Luangwa National Park, recognised as one of the greatest unspoilt wildlife sanctuaries in the world. The area is home to 60 di� erent animal species, including elephant, bu� alo, zebra and gira� e, as well as more than 400 species of bird, and the game-viewing on the alluvial � oodplains and oxbow lagoons of the Luangwa River is superb.
In the 1970s, Mushroom Lodge & Presidential House was used as a private getaway by former Head of State, Kenneth Kaunda, and his VIP guests, such as politician and activist, Oliver Tambo. At the end of Kaunda’s rule in the early 1990s, the lodge was left abandoned, until Matula Investments won the concession to redevelop and upgrade it. Today the lodge’s 12 chalets have luxury features, such as indoor
and outdoor showers, separate lounges and private patios overlooking the lagoon. Facilities include a lagoon-facing swimming pool and alongside it, the nsaka sanctuary, ideal for drinks, private dinners and meetings, and enjoying a massage from a quali� ed masseuse. There’s also a boma where you can dine beneath the stars.
Children over six are welcome at Mushroom Lodge & Presidential House and a childminder service is available. ‘This � ts in perfectly with the Three Cities Exceptional Hotel philosophy regarding family travel, where we extend our service to include children as well,’ says Mike. +27 (0)31 310 6900,
exceptionalsafaris.co
� ree Cities Group’s new venture, Exceptional Safaris, has added Zambia’s Mushroom Lodge & Presidential House to its portfolio
� ree Cities Group’s new venture, Exceptional Safaris, has added Zambia’s
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Nigeria’s prideNew to Nigeria’s hospitality industry is the African Pride Avalon
Hotel and Spa – the first of its kind in the country. It is one of five
new hotels being developed by Protea Hospitality Group as part
of its R1,5 billion expansion into Africa. The expansion programme
involves refurbishments and new builds, and has been undertaken
with Protea hotels’ owner partners. African Pride Avalon Hotel
and Spa is being built in Ikeja, Lagos, and will include 153 spacious
rooms, suites and lofts as well as conference rooms for up to 500
delegates, fine-dining and buffet restaurants, a spa and wellness
centre, fitness centre, swimming pool and shops. Inverter air
conditioning, heat pumps and LED lighting are being incorporated,
to make the running of the hotel more eco-friendly. The African
Pride Avalon Hotel and Spa is expected to open in late 2013.
+234 1 810 2400, proteahotels.com
Purchasing powerSanlam Capital Markets, together with Atterbury Investment Holdings,
has acquired an 85% share in Ghana’s largest retail facility, Accra
Mall, the first asset to be purchased for Sanlam Group’s planned
$500 million (about R4 billion) Sanlam Africa Real Estate Fund. It will
be one of the first real estate income funds with an investment focus
across sub-Saharan Africa. ‘The growth of Sanlam’s Africa business is a
key strategic focus. This fund adds to Sanlam’s product offering across
the region and will have the ability to leverage off the Sanlam footprint
already established,’ says Johan van der Merwe, CEO of Sanlam
Investments. Thomas Reilly, CEO of Sanlam Properties, says the fund
will provide a platform for investors to gain access to attractive US-
dollar-denominated returns in sub-Saharan African countries that are
politically stable and have vibrant growth prospects. Developed by
Actis in 2008, Accra Mall comprises 21 000m2 of A-grade retail space
and attracts up to 135 000 shoppers a week. Anchor tenants include
Shoprite and Game. +27 (0)11 778 6000, sanlam.co.za
Busy in the bushSituated in the 65 000ha Sabi Sand Reserve, the exclusive Cheetah Plains
Private Game Reserve is receiving a refurbishment that will ensure the rustic
charm of the reserve remains, yet introduce a more luxurious feel. With only
eight thatched chalets for guests, Cheetah Plains is already the ultimate
in bush exclusivity, and thanks to its makeover, which begins in August,
guests will have an even more indulgent experience. The chalets will be well
equipped with amenities and boast an elegant, indigenous design thanks to
the introduction of new furniture and a fresh decor scheme. The makeover
will also include the rebuilding of several outside decks and the paving of
outside areas.
+27 (0)13 751 3270, cheetahplains.com
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With a rich history that’s been traced back to Stone Age hunters and the first European settlers, the Kruger National Park (KNP)
has evolved into an international tourist destination run by South African National Parks (Sanparks), the country’s pre-eminent nature conservation entity. Under CEO David Mabunda, Sanparks manages a system of national parks representing the indigenous fauna, flora, landscapes and associated cultural heritage of South Africa.
In order to maintain these parks, Sanparks has in recent years explored several avenues of generating income. One is the expansion of the tourism trade, by making various public private partnership (PPP) opportunities available to reputable eco-tourism operators. In 2009 Sanparks announced its intention to establish a modern hotel in Malelane in the south of the KNP. Through a bidding process, the PPP was ultimately awarded to Malelane Safari Resort Investments, a consortium lead by Peter Wright and Secprop Leisure. The Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group signed an international management agreement to operate the hotel under its Radisson Blu brand.
The hotel would be built about 10km away from the Malelane gate at the confluence of Timfenhene Creek and the Crocodile River. The proposed R290 million Radisson Blu Safari Resort Kruger Park hotel would allow guests 24-hour access to the park and would feature a park-and-ride facility. It would comprise 104 standard rooms and 16 suites with private terraces. Amenities would include two outdoor swimming pools, a spa and wellness centre, gym, family centre, all- day dining restaurant, boma, five conference rooms, game-viewing decks, kids’ club, environmental awareness centre, and pool bar.
‘Each building is designed with very limited visual impact and raised off the ground on stilts so there is as little disturbance as possible on the flora and fauna,’ explains Andrew McLachlan, Carlson Rezidor’s vice-president of business development for Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.
However, the development has sparked strong opposition locally and abroad. Many feel that the hotel is just a moneymaking gimmick on Sanparks’ part. The pressure group, Against Interference in Kruger & Other National Assets (Aikona), was formed in May 2011 in response to the news of the
proposed hotel. With a current membership of close to 300, the group aims to stop the commercialisation and exploitation of SA’s national parks, and includes concerned South Africans, Australians, Canadians and members from Germany, the Netherlands, the United States and the United Kingdom. Aikona maintains that even though Sanparks is the appointed custodian of our heritage, it appears as if conservation is no longer its priority. Aikona alleges that Sanparks is also planning another hotel, a 500-bed establishment at the Skukuza Rest Camp, and that another four hotels are in the pipeline, including one in the Orpen area, one in the Phalaborwa area and a further two in the practically untouched Punda Maria and Pafuri areas.
William Mabasa, head of Sanparks’ public relations and communications departments, dismisses Aikona’s claims: ‘We are only planning two hotels. We cannot say by when the hotels will be built. Currently there are 22 hotels on the property, which stretches over 2 000 000ha. We need to provide more space for people and tourists visiting the park. The environmental impact studies for the first hotel have commenced. I don’t know when they will be completed, as it’s an independent process and depends on many factors.’
1–4Artist impressions of the proposed Radisson Blu Safari Resort Kruger Park hotel:
entrance to the hotel; main lodge pool and terrace; main lodge lounge; guest room.
South AfricaThe BATTle AT
KrugerPlans for an upmarket hotel at
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Gerhard Smit, the convenor of Aikona, says, ‘According to Glen Phillips, Sanparks’s managing executive of tourism and marketing, Sanparks saw an opportunity after the Malelane Sun Hotel burnt down in May 2009. They have no surveys indicating that there is a demand for such a facility and, according to Glen, they want to broaden their customer base for people who require more comfort and luxury. This is already available at the concessions in the park, which offer 300 beds and have a 40% occupancy rate.’
Gerhard says he’s in possession of a Sanparks document indicating that the body is now planning a peripheral development zone (PDZ), a 2km band running along the borders of the Kruger, which will be set aside for development. He explains that this is in direct conflict with the February 2012 edition of the Government Gazette, which mentions the buffer zones, a few kilometres wide, where development is restricted around our national parks.
How would the new development affect the biodiversity and what will the hotel’s carbon footprint look like? Gerhard says the site of the Malelane hotel is in a wilderness area and is still rated ‘primitive’
with a high biodiversity sensitivity rating, as per the KNP Zoning Plan of 2006. The Kruger is currently a Category 2 National Park under the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), but if plans for the hotels go ahead, the park could lose this international status, which will ultimately affect tourism in SA.
However, steps have been taken to mitigate the hotel’s environmental impact. And they’ve been enough to convince conservationist and presenter on nature programme 50/50, Braam Malherbe. He says, ‘When I first researched the issue, I was initially biased in favour of no hotels. After seeing the plans of the proposed developments and development areas, I’m now in favour of these hotels, or should I say “lodge developments”. I believe the word “hotel” is incorrect in terms of what is proposed. The structures are intended to be below the canopy line and totally eco- friendly, with a reduced carbon footprint. If you can increase revenue for the park and reduce its carbon footprint, then it’s a win-win situation.’
Gerard is not reassured. ‘What is very concerning is that the hotel will have 24/7 access. Can you
imagine the effect it would have on the inhabitants? Lights, vehicle movement, noise and increased roadkills, especially after dark. Light is visible for up to 14km at night and the sound of a moving vehicle can be heard for up to 4,5km. The operational phase will have a negative impact, not to mention the impact during construction. Sanparks expect an income of between R600 000 and R800 000 during the first year and R800 000/annum thereafter. This is not much of a return for such a huge sacrifice. The KNP is a conservation area, not a holiday resort’
But Andrew says, ‘The introduction of this new tourism product is to address the reality that the KNP is currently not attracting a significant portion of the local population. Research has indicated, both from this local market segment and from foreign visitors, that there is a demand for a product of this nature.’
If the EIA report is favourable, then construction work on the Radisson Blu Safari Resort Kruger Park will commence in August and the hotel will open at the end of October 2013. At the time of going to press, the peripheral development and zoning rights (PDZ) had been approved.
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Restoration and relaxationVilla Lobengula, formerly known as Lobengula Lodge, has reopened in Shamwari Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, following a makeover. The
transformation from lodge to villa included a revamp of the exterior, which has been painted a soft white, complemented by a dark finish on the doors.
Tania Mourant of Crank Designs in Port Elizabeth, together with consultant project managers, Natalie and Johann Lombard, were responsible for
the refurbishment. They have used natural fabrics, colours and materials for the furniture and decor to give the space an earthy feel. Shawari Group
donated some of the lodge’s old furniture to the local community and refurbished the rest, and a lot of the new decor items have been handmade by
women from the local village. The villa is designed for families or groups and offers just six suites, accommodating 12 guests in total. Guests get their
own private guide, chef and cook to look after them. Holistic therapies, a private yoga studio, tranquil meditation decks and organic cuisine are on
offer, so guests can enjoy a traditional bush experience and rejuvenate mind and body while at the villa. A herb and vegetable garden is also being
established at Villa Lobengula. +27 (0)41 509 3000, shamwarigroup.com
West is bestProperty along the Cape West Coast is attracting upcountry homebuyers, particularly retirees, says Laurie Wener, Pam Golding Properties MD
for the Western Cape Metro region. ‘Previously, the West Coast was dominated by the leisure market, with upcountry buyers only expressing
an interest if they were seeking a holiday home in the area. At the time it was regarded as somewhat remote and underdeveloped to be taken
seriously as a destination for retirement. But recent infrastructure development has changed that picture quite considerably,’ says Laurie. The
upturn in sales became noticeable in December last year and has continued unabated through the first quarter of 2012, she says. ‘Buyers are
realising that they can acquire excellent value for money and a wonderful coastal lifestyle while still being within easy reach of major amenities
and even the international airport,’ Laurie explains. Cash buyers make up the majority of this group and they are looking for homes in the R1
million to R3,5 million price bracket, either for complete or semi-retirement. The relatively low crime levels in Langebaan and Velddrif’s relaxed
atmosphere make these two towns particularly attractive to buyers, she adds. +27 (0)21 557 2415, pamgolding.co.za
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1Opuwo Country Hotel, Kaokoland. 2The unique landscape in which Twyfelfontein
Country Lodge is set is a Unesco world heritage site. 3The village near Tsumkwe
Country Lodge, Bushmanland. 4Solitaire Country Lodge, near Namib-Naukluft Park.
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The first batch of serviced erven at Omeya Golf Estate & Residential Oasis, near Windhoek, has been transferred
There are two luxurious Namibian lodges still for sale, Twyfelfontein Country Lodge and Tsumkwe Country lodge, after Namibia Country Lodges announced last month that it would be unbundling its assets.
Namibia Country Lodges Managing Director Willem de Wet says the decision to unbundle was made based on the economic recession, after the owners decided to sell Namibia Country Lodges to focus on other business interests.
Willem says, ‘The global tourism industry has been affected by poor economic conditions. We sought individuals and groups to take over the operation as one entity, but did not receive strong interest. Once we made the sale of individual properties possible, we received strong interest and good offers.’
Solitaire Country Lodge and Namushasha Country Lodge have already been sold and Opuwo Country Hotel is up for sale, but guests continue to be received
at all the lodges. Auob Lodge, situated on one of the owners’, Johan de Beer’s, property, will not be sold and will continue operating as normal. Along with the lodges, Namibia Country Lodges is also selling its general stores, the Solitaire bakery, service stations, hunting concessions and aircraft refuelling points.
The group, which formed strong international ties during its operation and was involved in the community-based tourism sector, established Namibia Country Lodges in the ’90s, acquiring new property and lodges over the years. The lodges are situated in the northern Ovambo region in the South Kalahari in Eastern Caprivi, near the Skeleton Coast.
Johan says Opuwo Country Hotel and Twyfelfontein Country Lodge have been his personal pride. He adds, ‘Solitaire is equally impressive, with its bakery and picturesque wrecks in the centre of a Namib crossroad.’ +264 61 256 598, namibialodges.com
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iPad app that assists travellers to the country
with all sorts of travel tips and information.
Potential investors and visitors to the area
can use the app to find out information on
top destinations, leisure activities and the
wildlife and cultural heritage of the area.
They can also view areas before reaching
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Shopping in the northSafland has partnered with Frontier Property Trust to build a shopping centre in northern Namibia. Gwashamba Shopping Centre is set to open
in April 2013. It will be 11 500m2 in size, accommodate 30 shops and have an attractive arcade running down its centre. There will also be a
square for promotions as well as 370 parking bays. The entire project will cost N$136 million (R136 million). Sinco Investments 26 will manage
the shopping centre. Potential tenants include Shoprite Checkers, Mr Price and OK Furniture. +27 (0)12 342 0142, safland.co.na
Game on for Bahnhof
According to the Namibia Economist, the plans for Bahnhof Square and Lifestyle Centre in
Swakopmund are falling into place. Development partners Transnamib and businessmen
Steven Skoppelitus and Paul Shipoke recently signed a public private partnership agreement.
Construction work on the 25 000m2 site will get under way by August this year. Paul says,
‘The leasing agreement negotiations with the tenants should take us up to the end of May
and we are looking to finalise the financing agreements by June. We are also looking to issue
tenders for the project between May and June.’ The centre will target a gap in the market, as
Swakopmund does not currently have a one-stop shop. Paul says that the development has
attracted potential investors from South Africa and the rest of the region. economist.com.na
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CEO talks purpose, prosperity and possible futures
On a recent trip to Namibia, we
state of the property market in the country, as well as his views on
one-stop-shop providing specialist
asset management, property development, leasing, project management, tenant co-ordination and facility management.
If this sounds all a bit technical, it is because it
develops and manages big properties. It is their passion. Something that is very evident when you speak to Kallie. And not just about the business of property alone, but also when he speaks about Namibia as a country. In fact, let's hear from the man himself.
Kallie: Safland brings aspiration to Namibia. The opportunity for every person in all the corners of the country to live and dream of something better. How can a society have big dreams if they are not exposed to what is on offer?
Q: But why Namibia?Kallie: Namibia is a fantastically beautiful country with the most friendly and hospitable people living in it. The country has enjoyed political and economical stability for many years and maintain good international relations. I believe the reason why Safland made Namibia its new home was because we could make a difference. We as a company can set new horizons and literally change the landscape. We can become the national "go to" company for advice and support.
Q: Right. Let's quantify some of that. Can you perhaps give me a breakdown of the amount of jobs that have been created?Kallie: A total of 270 construction jobs have currently been created. This is only the direct job opportunities and excludes the downstream effect. More important is that most of these opportunities have been created within the communities. A good example is the total workforce of 73 on the Otjiwarongo site. Of these only two people are not from the town. The best would be to look at retail employment opportunities to be created once the centres are up and running. It is estimated that approximately 1800 opportunities will be created by the Grove, Gwashamba Mall and Otjiwarongo Square alone. Safland will also be undertaking property developments in Katima Mulilo, Rundu, Keetmanshoop and Swakopmund that will push this figure to at least 2500.
Q: What other opportunities have been, and will be
Kallie: Most important is private sector and direct foreign investment that will be flowing into the economy. This also provides the opportunity for homegrown Namibian brands to grow their footprint and new operations to share in the market created by established brands. New retail developments will also strengthen Namibia's profile as a preferred destination for retail tourism from other African countries.
Kallie: At the core is partnership. The Safland Namibia slogan "Partners in property" says it all. Yes, we are in the property business and we believe we are good at what we do. We have also amassed huge experience in retail property but so have other organizations. Partnership is however what differentiates us in Namibia. This is our unique selling proposition.
Kallie: Safland spends a massive amount of time to research and truly understand the market. We also maintain excellent relationships with industry leaders, retailers and consultants. This should provide any participating business, financier or retailer with peace of mind that will allow them to focus on their core business.
For more information on Safland, or if you would like to get hold of them, visit www.safland.com or call +264 61 254 972.
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Big warehouse, aircraft hangar and adjacent landing strip. Outbuildings: 4 houses for workers. Bow-hunting: 5 specially built huts. Butchery: Large butchery with all machinery,
2 big cool rooms and freezer room.
600 ha game fence to protect the smaller wildlife from leopards, etc. Eland, Kudu, Gemsbok, Zebra, Hartebeest, Giraffe, Waterbuck, Blesbok, Rooibok, Springbok, Leopard.
Features: 2 boreholes at the house with pumps. 2 boreholes at the dams. Nampower. Lots of grazing for all the animals. Average rainfall per annum is 350 mm or more.
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Simply Breathtaking from the moment you enter!A magnificent beachfront home with 3 spacious bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, indoor BBQ, beautifully fitted kitchen, separate TV room, double garage and neatly kept garden! 350m²
longBeaCh n$1 260 000 in CC SWakopmunD n$1 850 000 WalViS Bay n$8 500 000 reg in (pty) ltD
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WalViS Bay n$1 600 000 WalViS Bay n$2 160 000 in CC WalViS Bay n$1 250 000 in CC
meerSig – prime area!Lovely 3-bedroom family home surrounded by a beautiful garden. Lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, 2 bathrooms, huge entertainment area with BBQ and bar and double garage.
lagoon!A home with lots of character. This spacious & welcoming double-storey house offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, TV room, lounge, dining room, outdoor BBQ, 3 garages and beautiful garden.
DouBle-Storey SplenDour!In a quiet area you will find this stunning duplex townhouse consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan lounge, dining room, BBQ, interleading double r/c garage and peaceful private garden.
a penthouSe that haS it all –ClaSS, Comfort anD Style!A focus on panoramic views of the ocean and dunes and an opportunity to see the sunrise and sunset from your living room! With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage, indoor BBQ and generous kitchen. 260m²
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Walvis BayP.O. Box 1705
Tel: 064 – 204 505Fax: 064 – 202 219
149 Sam Nujoma AvenueAmanda 081 128 4836 – Joey 081 129 3293
Manuela 081 385 9179 (Longbeach) – Jodine 081 688 9424 (Longbeach)
J&B ESTATESsince 1983
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longBeaCh n$3 630 000 in CC longBeaCh n$2 790 000 longBeaCh n$360 000
Simply Breathtaking from the moment you enter!A magnificent beachfront home with 3 spacious bedrooms, en-suite bathrooms, indoor BBQ, beautifully fitted kitchen, separate TV room, double garage and neatly kept garden! 350m²
longBeaCh n$1 260 000 in CC SWakopmunD n$1 850 000 WalViS Bay n$8 500 000 reg in (pty) ltD
a neat loCk up anD go!Need a break? Take one or two in this comfortable, spacious townhouse. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, double garage and interlocked courtyard. 180m²
take full aDVantage!Bargain for the developer! A rare general residential erf … at Mile 4, measuring 1,937m² … Need I say more?
Seafront!Architecturally designed double-storey masterpiece with the ultimate in luxury! Offering 2 living areas, study, gourmet kitchen, in- and outdoor BBQ, 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, 4 garages (600m²), indoor swimming pool with water feature. Best value in town!
WalViS Bay n$1 600 000 WalViS Bay n$2 160 000 in CC WalViS Bay n$1 250 000 in CC
meerSig – prime area!Lovely 3-bedroom family home surrounded by a beautiful garden. Lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, 2 bathrooms, huge entertainment area with BBQ and bar and double garage.
lagoon!A home with lots of character. This spacious & welcoming double-storey house offers 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, TV room, lounge, dining room, outdoor BBQ, 3 garages and beautiful garden.
DouBle-Storey SplenDour!In a quiet area you will find this stunning duplex townhouse consisting of 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan lounge, dining room, BBQ, interleading double r/c garage and peaceful private garden.
a penthouSe that haS it all –ClaSS, Comfort anD Style!A focus on panoramic views of the ocean and dunes and an opportunity to see the sunrise and sunset from your living room! With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage, indoor BBQ and generous kitchen. 260m²
laSt one StanDing!Build a beautiful home on this outstanding erf. With prices rocketing, don’t wait or it’ll be too late! 701m²
PROPERTY CONSULTANTS
Walvis BayP.O. Box 1705
Tel: 064 – 204 505Fax: 064 – 202 219
149 Sam Nujoma AvenueAmanda 081 128 4836 – Joey 081 129 3293
Manuela 081 385 9179 (Longbeach) – Jodine 081 688 9424 (Longbeach)
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