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PRETORIAEst. 2004, Issue 281

Winner of 10 publishing awardsFEbRuARy / MARch 2013

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on the coveRThe Kitchen & Tasting Room

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on the coveRThe Oyster Box hotel,

Umhlanga Rocks. See

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Contents

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7 hot decoR & deSign

Uplift your spaces, from

living room to bathroom

tRendS

5 that’S the Point Boogertman & Partners

Architects’ new home

6 hot PLate Fabulous foodie spaces and

products

40 tRend Watch Show your home some love

with these red-hot products

LuxuRy

8 hot induLgence Great products to keep your

summer flowing

32 Painting the hoRizon Red

A luxurious destination –

The Oyster Box

deSign

10 the aBcs of ReStoRation

A good dose of restoration

and glamour is used to

create an unusual seaside

home

23 think outSide the Box

Small spaces reinterpreted

27 the noBLe aRt Kritzinger Architects

designs a home fit

for a chief

30 the age of enLightenment

The best lighting collections

of 2013

ReaL eState

36 Buy to Let noW Advice from Berry Everitt,

MD of Chas Everitt

International Property

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ed’s letter

This month we explore small spaces and how to use them to your advantage. Everyone’s home has that odd underutilised space under the stairs or a random wall that is too narrow for a framed picture. Or perhaps your problem with space is that you just don’t have enough of it.

I certainly live with this problem every day in my lovely apartment. It’s filled to the brim with gorgeous things (or ‘clutter’ as my husband calls it), and I battle for space daily. I am also a hoarder (something I have admitted to before) and it has been ascertained that small spaces and hoarding do not, in fact, go hand in hand. Surprise, surprise.

I would, truthfully, like to ignore the advice of Leonardo da Vinci and move into a huge new space, but I fear I would still fill it up quite quickly.

However, thanks to researching this feature, I have found some solutions to the problem of too little space, the main one being storage – a rare thing in old-school apartments like mine, but with a good eye and some innovative thinking, you can certainly solve most storage problems, as our article shows.

So I went on a storage crusade, built shelves for books, bought coloured boxes for toys, found plastic crates for winter coats, but I still find myself in a space

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‘Small rooms or dwellings discipline the mind; large ones weaken it’ – Leonardo da Vinci

This month I really must have …

The Sweet mirror from Gervasoni is available

from the Modern home company – beautiful

wall decor for any size space.

modernhome.co.za

This contemporary chandelier from the Veneziani collection

from Glass & Glass. I may just have to move house to fit it in!

glassandglass.it; siriusliving.co.za

This beautiful piece of furniture called the instomi

stool, designed by Meyer Von Wielligh, is available

from GdF design lab. gdfdesigns.com

that is overflowing with treasures. (Sorry. Clutter. Potayto, potahto.)

Yet, I am loathe to throw my stuff away, because it’s all beautiful and all holds some kind of sentimental value, whether it’s the tall bronze lanterns that were a wedding present and have never been installed or the Chinese pots from my late grandmother or the Indonesian paintings on canvas that lean against my wall.

I’m happier because of these things and so I have chosen to ignore the great master’s advice and instead live by the words of William Morris: ‘Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.’ Of course, once again, my husband would disagree on my definition of ‘useful’ and ‘beautiful’ …

I wish you all the best for 2013 and hope all your spaces are beautiful and filled with love, light and laughter – even the small ones.

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SEAN CAVENEY

Reflections on a very good year for equities

2012 proved to be a very good year for investors on the JSE, while it

was an exceptionally good year for investors in industrial shares. The

All Share Index delivered a total return (capital gains plus dividends) of

about 26% while industrials on average delivered over 40%. However,

the resources sector was a distinct underperformer. The difference in

these returns from industrials and resources was of the order of 33%.

Clearly, investing in the right sectors (as well as the right stocks) is

very important. The JSE Industrial Index realised 40% more than the

Resources Index in 2004 and 2009; while resources rather than

industrials were the right stocks to hold in mid 2006 and 2008. Over the

past 10 years industrials delivered much higher returns than resources:

R100 invested in the Industrial Index (with dividends reinvested in the

index) would have been worth R915 by 31 December 2012. The same

R100 invested in the JSE Financial Index would have grown to R522,

while the R100 invested in the Resources Index would have grown to

a mere R370.

The Industrial Index is something of a mixed bag. It includes companies

that depend very little on the SA economy for their sales and profits.

British American Tobacco, Richemont, Naspers, SABMiller, MTN and

Aspen (among others) fall into this category of companies much more

dependent on global than SA growth.

The performance of the other industrial companies listed on the JSE is

heavily influenced by SA interest rates. The banks, retailers and listed

property companies fall distinctly into this camp. SA plays performed

in line with the industrial hedges in 2012 despite a degree of Rand

weakness. They were greatly assisted by stable and low interest rates.

What will matter in 2013 will be expected economic performance in

the form of earnings and dividend growth of industrial and resource

companies, not their respective price to earnings multiples. The case

for investing in resource companies would need to be made in the form

of strength in underlying commodity prices. The case for industrials

would need to be made on the basis of sustained good earnings

growth, accompanied by persistently low interest rates. A strong global

economy, which is necessary to drive commodity prices higher, will also

be good for industrial companies. This includes those SA economy plays

that would benefit from a stronger Rand (likely to accompany global

economic strength) and the lower interest rates and inflation associated

with a stronger Rand.

The investment jury, as always, will be out on these issues. What the

market is not entitled to expect is for stock markets to perform generally

as well in 2013 as they did in 2012. That would indeed be a very pleasant

surprise. Prof. Brian Kantor

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1-4the building’s exterior geometric lines complement the interior’s softer curves, while a carpet

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If a house is a building for living in, so Boogertman & Partners believes an office is a building for living in too. Since 1982 the firm has been designing award-winning buildings and spaces worldwide and

has recently designed its perfect creative workspace.The Point, situated in the prime location of

Brooklyn Circle and born in Francois Bredenkamp’s imagination, was completed in early 2012. The firm’s office space in the energy-responsible building is 1 500m2 and is the work hub for 100 creatives. It has a roof terrace with incredible views of Old Pretoria and, as discovered by the entire staff in August last year, is an excellent snow-watching spot too. Designed to be a ‘background’ building, The Point’s simplicity makes a quiet statement. The building’s scale responds to the surrounding area and its white facades softly hug the curve of Duncan Street and Brooklyn Circle. ‘The building was set away from the street edge to be less imposing on the surrounding urban environment, and the monochrome colour scheme is both corporate and simple,’ says Francois. ‘The challenge was to design a building that would meet the company’s needs and would be practical for other tenants too.’ Boogertman & Partners’ space-planning requirements included closed offices, open-plan space, an in-house 3D and graphic design studio, an interior design department, libraries, internal meeting rooms, a kitchen and breakaway spaces. Space for the company’s expansion has also been provided for.

There is a buzz of energy as people rush through the space, plans underarm, or groups of thinkers huddle around a mountain of plans, manically discussing and

sketching ideas, quite oblivious to their surroundings. The interior, by B & P Interiors, is designed to follow the lines of the building, creating a happy marriage between interior and exterior. The simplicity continues as you enter the frameless glass sliding doors. Light streams into the double-volume space and the streamlined timber reception desk, inspired by the building’s contour lines, sits in front of a full-height facade that creates a living picture of Pretoria against a clean white canvas. Everything is calm and orderly, until the eye is inevitably caught by the riot of a rug that screams the mark of a born creative. It is purity with a hint of madness, like the mind of any true artist. Warm oak clads the Tate Modern-inspired staircase, and the colourful texture of the vast library contains books from architecture to philosophy. The interior is centred on a double-volume atrium that connects the workspace to the informal breakaway area littered with brightly coloured chairs. A long counter following the curve of the building creates an informal discussion space, and, come Friday afternoon 4 p.m. sharp, a bar too, where the staff can raise a glass to the end of a busy week.

The office space has been designed by an architect, for an architect, for living and for working. ‘As a creative company that has been around for as long a we have, it is important to always keep reinventing ourselves in a changing world. Complacency is death,’ says Francois. ‘We believe this is a new era for the company that reflects our ethos of “Excellence by Design” more strongly than ever before.’ +27 (0)12 429 7300, boogertman.com

Leonardo da Vinci said that simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, and it is clear that Boogertman & Partners Architects, which recently moved

into its new home in Brooklyn Point, agrees with that wise old man

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HOT plaTe

We chat to Pretoria’s most fabulous

resident, nataniëL, about good food,

spicy food and sexy food.

Where did your love for food originate?

I’ve been hungry since birth. It is my

curse, my downfall, my cross, and my

weakness. My grandmother was an

excellent cook and did not care about

having a fat grandson. I loved being in the

kitchen as well as the sense of occasion

you get from a beautifully decorated

table. What do you believe is the secret

to good food? Simplicity, freshness,

good wine and shopping the right way.

Food is as much part of an age-old ritual

as it is part of life in the kitchen. Do not

overcook; do not try to be a chef; and do

not put stress into your cooking process

– just enjoy good produce. Trust God’s

work and leave the food alone as much

as possible. (And try to eat less meat and

more green stuff!) What is your favourite

dish? Good Cape Malay or Indian curry

is my ultimate treat and the one kind of

food I never cook (I don’t want to spoil

it). What do you think is good, or bad,

first-date food? Bad first-date food is

too much food, too complicated food or

the opposite, pre-prepared food. If you

can’t cook, go out on a first date. Good

first-date food is beautiful, fresh and light

food, a meal with beautiful colours and

aromas. Also, try small little dishes that

allow you to pick at your food if you’re

too nervous or too excited to eat. What

is your favourite Pretoria restaurant?

Geet in Brooklyn. Great food, great

venue, great staff. I love going there.

+27 (0)12 460 4791, nataniel.co.za

au natuReLOur favourite health shop has moved to

bigger and better premises in Brooklyn

Mall, and the food there is better than

ever. Natural Life started out as a small

underground health shop and café and

has now expanded so that more people

can enjoy its delectable organic buffet

meals and herbal teas. If you are vegan,

you will know there are few restaurants in

Pretoria that cater for your lifestyle, but at

Natural Life you are spoilt for choice. Our

favourite is the sun-dried tomato and feta

pies, baked fresh on the premises, and

the sweet chilli coriander tofu, which will

guarantee your going back for a second

helping. But get there quickly: the buffet

begins at noon, and by 1 p.m. there is

not an organic green bean to be found.

+27 (0)12 460 9159

fRozen dReamSWakaberry self-service

frozen yogurt haven

has just opened at

The Grove and has a

fabulous Valentine’s

combo for the

romantics at heart.

Choose your fave

flavours and toppings

for a heart-stopping

experience – and it’s

all 98% fat-free. Seriously!

wakaberry.co.za

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Chatting to Nataniël, and a naturally good move

Queen of heaRthSSexy warmers – who would have thought?

Miele’s range combines functionality and

good looks, putting warm crockery at

your fingertips. miele.co.za

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neW LeafThe eco-design heroes at Raw Studios are branching

out with their latest object of desire, Takke, a

wall-mounted coat rack inspired by and derived

from the silhouettes of tree branches. The branch

structure lends itself naturally to the shaping of

hooks and hanging spaces, ticking the boxes of

both form and function. Made from eco-friendly

plywood harvested from sustainable forests, Takke

celebrates the inherent properties of plywood by

exposing the laminated edges instead of covering

them up. This is good, honest design at its best.

SPRay SatiSfactionCobra’s square showerheads will wash away

all your daily stresses. The sexy, sleek design

works well, too. Available from Cobra shops

nationwide. cobra.co.za

magic-caRPet RideAdd texture to your home with Padari Rugs, the most

recent brand to be introduced under the Hertex label.

The name Padari is of Persian origin and is derived from

the words ‘pa’ (foot) and ‘dar’ (door) – hence ‘padari’

means ‘a rug placed at the door’. The collection is vast

and includes classic, retro and natural rugs to suit any

interior. The most recent addition to the Padari family is

the Artisan collection, which comprises handmade rugs

of natural fibres, and our favourite, the Mezze collection,

with a vintage Eastern look in faded colours. We love

the idea of mixing this faded Oriental rug with modern

furniture and clean lines, adding antique class to a modern

interior. And the best news of all is that these rugs won’t

break the bank, allowing you to feel like a sheik for less.

0860 437 839, hertex.co.za

coLouR evoLutionIntroducing a new generation of environmentally friendly paint: Evolve. Made up of

70% organic raw material, it also dries more quickly than other wall paints, and has no

solvents, zero VOCs and is lead free too. Evolve’s website lets you browse colour schemes,

enabling you to create great colour combos. Exclusive to Builders Express and Builders

Warehouse and available nationwide. evolvepaints.co.za

We chat to WaRno Rude from the

fresh Pretoria creative duo, Morphosis

Design Studio.

how did morphosis design Studio come

to be? A year ago a long-time friend

Werner Venter and I started Morphosis

Design Studio. We both studied

landscape architecture at the University

of Pretoria and had a great interest

in designing things big and small. We

applied our architectural knowledge and

passion for design to furniture design

and this opened up a more accessible

and user-friendly aspect of our design

careers. Our company name originates

from the word ‘morph’, which means

‘to transform’. This is, in essence, our

vision: to transform forms, textures and

colours into furniture pieces. We started

off with three designs, the Layer chair,

the Layer ottoman and the T-Chair and

were honoured when Design Indaba

chose us to be among the Emerging

Creatives invited to exhibit. That

was where it all began. What is your

preferred material to work with? Our

furniture is manufactured from iroko

(Nigerian teak). It is one of the most

naturally durable timbers because it

contains natural oil and therefore needs

no preservatives, oiling or varnishing.

Our manufacturing only makes use of

old-school mortise-and-tenon joins,

which add to the structural strength

of the furniture. To highlight parts of

the design we use a polyester weave

that is shown off against the light iroko

timber. The texture of the iroko in

combination with the polyester weave

creates a piece of furniture that is

solid yet modern in appearance. What

inspires your work? We strive to design

furniture that is durable and enjoyable

to live and interact with. The inspiration

really comes from scribbling on a page

and then developing a scribble into a

manufactured product. That is what

really thrills us. any interesting projects

in the pipeline? Our new lighting

collection launched in January. We are

also developing a full range of custom

furniture pieces for a new restaurant

in Cape Town. But the most exciting

development of all is a collaboration

with Ronél Jordaan, combining her

100%-wool fabrics with our timber

designs. +27 (0)82 900 4790,

morphosisds.moonfruit.com

Revamp your space


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Great products to keep your summer flowing

muSic on the goBowers & Wilkins mobile hi-fi P3

headphones are ideal for true

sound on the move. Specially

designed with ear-pad fabric

for improved acoustics and

comfort, they come

with a choice of

cables to attach

to iPhones, other

cellphones and

MP3 players.

Available from

the HFX Group.

0861 000 861; bwloudspeakers.co.za

cLaSSic muSt-haveIf you spend your salary on

anything this month, make it

Gucci’s latest handbag, the

Soft Stirrup, which sports

a deconstructed shape

and is made out of

washed calfskin

and nubuck. This

classic will never

age. gucci.com

imagine moRoccoInspired by the hot, golden

sands of Morocco, white

Bedouin tents, soft silk curtains

and visual feasts of mosaic

artworks, Jenni Button’s

summer 2013 collection is sexy

and cool all at the same time.

Let the French metallic laces,

silk chiffon dresses, rich satins

and gorgeous embroidery

spark your imagination.

jennibutton.com

SummeR dRinkingBouchard Finlayson vineyard is

situated in the wine region of

Walker Bay and is most famous

for its Pinot Noir, with 50% of

its vines dedicated to this

varietal. Try the Galpin Peak

Pinot Noir 2010 for a very

special occasion. Named

after the Galpin Peak

mountain range that

surrounds the vines, the

wine is a splendid mix

of raspberry and cherry

flavours and is yummy

with a cheeseboard.

bouchardfinlayson.co.za


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toaSting the citieS that neveR SLeePSkyy Vodka, inspired by

America’s party scenes

in Miami, New York City

and San Francisco, has

launched its first limited

collector’s edition. The

distinctive cobalt-blue

bottle now showcases

world-famous landmarks,

such as Ocean Drive, the

Empire State Building and

the Golden Gate Bridge.

skyy.com

natuRaLLy inSPiRedDavid Green’s latest nature-inspired

range of sunglasses is his Wood

Collection. Different shades of

ebony wood have been used for the

temples, and sprung hinges have been

precision-crafted to contour with the

wood. greeneyewear.com

coveting coveWe were drinking Fryer’s Cove Bamboes Bay Sauvignon

Blanc 2011 these past holidays and were impressed by this

West Coast wine: think green peas, litchi, green figs and

asparagus. We enjoyed it with freshly picked mussels served

with sweet chilli dips and lemon – pure indulgence. Look out

for the 2012 vintage, which has been causing hype in wine

circles, and if you’re in the Western Cape, be sure to visit

Fryer’s Cove’s tasting room. fryerscove.co.za

high and dRyWe love this nifty machine! The

Spindel is a specialist laundry spin dryer

that is small and compact enough to take

on road trips. No more damp laundry on

holiday. spindel.co.za


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A good dose of restoration and glamour has been used to create this unusual seaside home

the aBcs of ReStoRation

Words Genevieve Fisher


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opening page The facade is sympathetic to the building’s Heritage status. this page, clockwise from top The fuchsia sofa and baby grand

piano set the glamorous tone for the rest of the house; retro copper pendant lights are juxtaposed against raw brickwork in the living areas.


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“I thought about the

prospect of creating

a New york-style

loft overlooking the

sea and set about

achieving this,

whilst sensitively

preserving

its historical

importance”

What attracted the homeowners to this Simon’s Town property was not only its location, but also the potential of this ‘grand piece

of architecture’. This home, formerly a dilapidated youth hostel, is situated across the road from the naval base and overlooks the False Bay coast. The owner says: ‘She was in such a sad state when we bought her that the underpinnings of the building were at severe risk as a result of the removal of the water-retaining trees on the mountain behind. She looked set to move right into the sea!’

The couple, previously from Johannesburg, came across this large Heritage building, ABC, while they were searching for a seaside holiday home. It was built as a bakery servicing the SA Navy in the 1800s. ‘I thought about the prospect of creating a New York-style loft overlooking the sea and set about achieving this, whilst sensitively preserving its historical importance,’ says the owner. Most importantly, it needed to be able to easily accommodate the couple’s young children and their pet dogs.


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But, first things first: the building had to be rescued from structural demise and extended to be family- and pooch-proof. The owners enlisted architect Mike Shaw, who converted the loft area into three bedrooms, extended the living space outwards towards the mountain at the back and put a living area on the second floor, adjoining the patio and garden. The first floor extension includes a home gym and separate flatlet. The whole process was achieved without touching the front facade, and skylights were installed so that the windows on the front walls remained intact, as did the building’s Heritage status.

Once the structural changes were under way, Neil Suttie and Floris Marais of Suttie & Marais Designs lent their expert touch to the interiors. Neil says, ‘We worked on the owner’s home in Joburg and at the time we were also based there. Floris spearheaded the project with the clients’ input and he had to fly down to Cape Town twice a month.’ The clients wanted to do something to balance the

sombreness of the home’s Heritage status and so fun, bold colours, gold accents and contemporary fittings were used to contrast with the exposed brickwork, copper piping and reused wood.

Much of the furniture comes from the couple’s home in Joburg and has been reupholstered in bold colours – think fuchsia, purple and gold. ‘Because of the sea-facing orientation, the light flowing through the windows is exceptional and, together with the voluminous space, allows for eccentricity in the colour palette,’ says Neil.

Upon entering the three-level home, on the first level your eyes are drawn to the bright-pink built-in sofa positioned next to a baby grand, which sets the glamorous tone for the rest of the experience, including art deco copper pendant lamps juxtaposed against the exposed raw brick throughout the home and a curved golden vinyl seating unit nestling against blue velvet curtains in the cinema room. A floating wooden staircase leads to the living area with its navy-blue walls, on which a series of silver

clockwise from top The sparkling

kitchen countertop provides a focal

point; spaciousness is an advantage of

old homes; antique elements tone down

the glitz.


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“because of

the sea-facing

orientation, the

light flowing

through the

windows is

exceptional”


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“The top level is a

peaceful enclave

consisting of the

main-en-suite

bedroom, two more

bedrooms and a

bathroom”


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opposite, top to bottom High-tech equipment and modern downlights provide a foil to the beach house feel of the converted loft

bedrooms. this page Old wingbacks from the family’s previous home have been re-upholstered for the contemporary TV nook.


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buffalo horns hangs, and an antique wooden dining table is juxtaposed against a large sparkling sapphire-blue granite kitchen countertop that winks at you continuously. And then there is the Midas guest bathroom: inspired by the owners’ trip to Paris, where they ate at an all-gold restaurant, it is done up completely in a golden mosaic and features a golden ‘throne’ too.

The top level is a peaceful enclave consisting of the main-en-suite bedroom, two more bedrooms and a bathroom. The main bedroom has a calm nautical feel, and a glass barrier separates the bathroom from the sleeping area. The other bedrooms have a beach house feel, but with extravagant touches.

According to Neil, the biggest challenge was completing the project in time for the festive season, but despite the mad rush towards completion and the stress of getting the builders out and the pool finished, it was all worth it when the clients called


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after seeing the home for the first time and reported that they were exceptionally happy and grateful.

There must’ve been something in air in the quaint seaside village of Simon’s Town – or maybe it was the great synergy of everyone involved in the transformation of this grand old dame of a property – because shortly after the project was completed the family moved to Cape Town permanently, as did Neil and Floris. The home is now available to rent as a holiday home from Perfect Hideaways. ‘Working on this project in Simon’s Town made us fall in love with the Cape; the views, the Victorian charm and Heritage buildings are idyllic,’ says Neil. We couldn’t agree more. With thanks to …

Suttie & marais design, +27 (0)82 448 8222,

+27 (0)72 298 8527

Perfect hideaways, +27 (0)21 790 0972,

perfecthideaways.co.za

opposite The outdoor living area commands views of picturesque Simon’s Town.

this page The metallic-hued bathrooms were inspired by the owners’ travels.

As a Zebula Homeowner you and your family will enjoy access to:

Professional world-class golf course

Practice hole and driving range

Two luxury lodges

Health Spa at Zebula

Swimming Pools and gymnasium

Animal Care Centre

Sport and Leisure facilities

Safari Activities

“Zebula Phase I and II are completely sold out and fully developed. Phase III is your last opportunity to make an excellent lifestyle investment in

land at Zebula”

- Alan Young (Managing Director)

For full details please contact:

Alan 082 820 4243

[email protected]

Lyndall 072 385 0325

[email protected]

www.zebula.co.za

PHASE III “It’s like having my own game farm

but without the hassles” 14 Stands Only

Still available

Invest in the Zebula family lifestyle, final phase, freehold stands are now for sale

A truly unique investment

We are proud to announce the sale of 40 private, one hectare freehold stands as the third and final phase of what is Zebula’s remarkable success story. From inception Zebula has provided families with a completely unique lifestyle in the Waterberg, with its world-class infrastructure, unequalled leisure and entertainment facilities for the children and parents alike, exquisite game and

wildlife activities and all of this less than 2 hours’ drive from Johannesburg. Zebula is the most attractive and sought after nature reserve, golf and Spa estate in South Africa, and now is your last opportunity to invest in land to secure your family’s future on this unique estate.

Why invest in Phase III?

Large secluded private freehold bush stands with excellent views

Only 40 stands on additional 262 hectares of prime property—North facing

Abundant in wildlife including giraffe, waterbuck, kudu, zebra, wildebeest, tsessebe, hartebeest & white rhino.

Separate controlled gatehouse for privacy.

Additional 250 hectare traversing area.

Large dam with picnic & braai facilities.


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As a Zebula Homeowner you and your family will enjoy access to:

Professional world-class golf course

Practice hole and driving range

Two luxury lodges

Health Spa at Zebula

Swimming Pools and gymnasium

Animal Care Centre

Sport and Leisure facilities

Safari Activities

“Zebula Phase I and II are completely sold out and fully developed. Phase III is your last opportunity to make an excellent lifestyle investment in

land at Zebula”

- Alan Young (Managing Director)

For full details please contact:

Alan 082 820 4243

[email protected]

Lyndall 072 385 0325

[email protected]

www.zebula.co.za

PHASE III “It’s like having my own game farm

but without the hassles” 14 Stands Only

Still available

Invest in the Zebula family lifestyle, final phase, freehold stands are now for sale

A truly unique investment

We are proud to announce the sale of 40 private, one hectare freehold stands as the third and final phase of what is Zebula’s remarkable success story. From inception Zebula has provided families with a completely unique lifestyle in the Waterberg, with its world-class infrastructure, unequalled leisure and entertainment facilities for the children and parents alike, exquisite game and

wildlife activities and all of this less than 2 hours’ drive from Johannesburg. Zebula is the most attractive and sought after nature reserve, golf and Spa estate in South Africa, and now is your last opportunity to invest in land to secure your family’s future on this unique estate.

Why invest in Phase III?

Large secluded private freehold bush stands with excellent views

Only 40 stands on additional 262 hectares of prime property—North facing

Abundant in wildlife including giraffe, waterbuck, kudu, zebra, wildebeest, tsessebe, hartebeest & white rhino.

Separate controlled gatehouse for privacy.

Additional 250 hectare traversing area.

Large dam with picnic & braai facilities.


Words Nicky Manson

small spaces

It takes a creative mind to look at a tiny space under the stairs and turn it into a revolutionary area of your home. We investigate some clever

interpretations of small spaces.

OUTsIdeThINk ThE bOx

Rack it uPThis clifton beach bungalow designed by Jenny Mills

Architecture & Interiors is only 110m2, yet the architects have

managed to incorporate three bedrooms and four bathrooms.

The design of the kitchen is a big space-saver, thanks to the

l-shaped counter and a wall of units crammed with ovens, a

washer and dryer and a pantry. kitchen clinic came on board,

and the result is a space that, despites its size, is a great space

for entertaining. The dining room table serves as a work surface

too, while glass splashbacks reflect the sea views, making the

house seem larger than it is.

Jenny mills architecture & interiors, jma.za.net


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BenchmaRkEvery home, despite its size, needs a

dining area, and this small flat’s built-in

bench saves a lot of space by eliminating

the need to place the table and chairs

at the centre of the room. beneath

the bench is storage space, a rare

commodity in small homes.

WateR-cLoSet dRamaOlder homes typically have a

separate loo area and these are

usually the smallest spaces and

as such are often neglected. but

through the careful selecting of the

sexy sanware that’s available to

you today, you can transform these

spaces. This guest bathroom makes

use of a wall-hung toilet – a huge

space saver – while the carefully

suspended vanity cupboard allows

the floor to continue uninterrupted,

so that the room seems larger.

similarily, instead of hanging a small

mirror above the basin, use a full-

sized wall mirror to heighten the

illusion of roominess.

Interior Designer Patricia Jackson, +27 (0)82 900 9807


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douBLe Lifecape Town-based interior

designer Patricia Jackson

believes it only takes a little

imagination to work with small

spaces, and the examples on this

page prove her point to

perfection. Many apartments’

second bedroom is a broom

closet of a space, but you can

make the situation work by

cleverly incorporating the bed

into the design of the bedroom.

That way, all furnishings are kept

to one side, leaving you free to

cover the remaining walls with

framed art, mirrors and the like.

The bottom cupboards in this

example are used for storing

shoes and bags, while the

drawers just above are

ingeniously designed to double as

bedside tables when opened. The

lights on the display shelf can

also be used for reading, and the

switch is conveniently positioned

on the side panel next to the bed.

divide and conQueROpen plan is usually key in small spaces, to avoid tiny rooms and airless corridors; however,

rooms often require some sort of separation. Plantation shutters’ products make excellent

room dividers: rolling out like a sliding door, they can be opened up to create space or closed

to create privacy, all the while allowing air to circulate and light to penetrate.

Plantation Shutters, plantation.co.za


small spaces

tiPS fRom the PRoS5rooms.com, the online home and

lifestyle store, offers the following

advice for making the most of

small spaces:

Stack it

One of the easiest ways to make

the most of your space is by

using stackable items. Whether

they are chairs or storage items,

by carefully selecting the right

stackable items for your space,

you can open it up and utilise it

optimally.

double up

doubling up is the obvious

solution to cramped spaces,

and it makes sense to invest in

multifunctional furniture and

decor pieces.

get organised – store it

Organising a space and packing

away clutter is a sure way of

making a space look cleaner and

bigger. choose a storage unit

that suits the colour scheme and

style of the room so that it can

blend in seamlessly with the rest

of the furniture. A kids’ room can

easily become cluttered with toys,

crayons, etc. The simplest way to

ensure that kids keep their room

neat and tidy is to furnish it with

colourful storage units, so that

tidying up becomes fun.

Let the light in

With the right lighting, any room

will appear more spacious. To

open up the space, remove any

drapery that’s blocking out the

natural light. Alternatively, use

artificial lighting, such as compact

floor lamps, to create ambient

lighting in the space.

add colour

colour can instantly make a

room look bigger or smaller, so

choose carefully. by using metallic

colours here and there, you can

create reflective surfaces that will

add a feeling of space. Also, by

coordinating wall and furniture

colours, you’ll make the furniture

appear less intrusive, and the

room will seem bigger.

5rooms.com

PoWeR PLantsmall gardens can be turned into awe-inspiring spaces, as demonstrated by craig de Necker from

The Friendly Plant, an award-winning, Johannesburg-based garden design and landscaping company.

This Mediterranean-inspired garden has been built on just 60m2. Fire and water are great elements to

introduce into a small garden, because they are so powerful and create great focal areas. The patio

incorporates a water feature integrated with a firepit, to save space. The functional firepit allows for

outdoor cooking and entertaining, while the artwork behind the seating area doubles as a store for

herbs within the frame.

SheLveS – the PLansmall, awkward wall spaces at the

end of corridors or under the stairs

can be turned into striking canvases

with some smart shelving positioning,

as seen inside luxury lodge umsisi

house in White River, Mpumalanga.

To make use of every inch of available

wallspace, they commissioned the

construction of bookcases of various

levels, to create a platform on which

to display the owners’ collection of

trinkets, curios and souvenirs from

their travels. The result is a striking

work of art on what would have

otherwise remained a bland wallspace.

umSisi house, umsisihouse.com

the friendly Plant, thefriendlyplant.co.za


design profile

Named after a revered historical figure, the award-winning Makana House firmly sets Kritzinger Architects amid SA’s design aristocracy

Words Tammy Sutherns

kritzinger Architects has made a name for itself not only locally, but also abroad, with the projects that combine founders Jed Kritzinger and Julia Abell’s

international expertise making for an impressive portfolio. However, it is their recent award-winning Makana House that has really illuminated the team’s commitment to designing innovative buildings that are socially, economically and environmentally responsible.

‘The ability to work smart in a competitive market is key,’ explains Jed, who co-founded the Cape Town-based studio with Julia in 2010. Jed had just completed the new Cape Town International Airport and a beach house on the

West Coast and, together with Julia, decided to solidify a decade of international experience. They had worked together on a number of high-profile projects, including the British Museum and projects for Imperial College in London. It’s been three years since they joined forces and they haven’t looked back, delivering cutting-edge designs that are internationally recognised. Jed says, ‘Delivering quality architecture is a team effort and requires collaboration between client, architect and the construction team, so that together we deliver buildings beyond our client’s expectations.’

It’s a recipe for success: their Makana House won Best Architecture Single Residence Africa at the African Property Awards 2012 as well as

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DESIGN ProfIlE

“Makana house

was well received

because its

form is bold and

contemporary,

with a touch of

local south African

reflected in the

palette of materials

and textures we

chose”


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opening page The award-winning Makana House strikes a pose against an Eastern Cape landscape; Julia and

Jed. this spread, left Makana’s indoor and outdoor living areas are entwined; a Mauritius home is included

among the duo’s favourite projects.

the award for Best Residence in Africa at the International Property Awards. The weekend home is named after the famous Xhosa chief, Makana, and is positioned on a private farm in the Eastern Cape. Jed explains, ‘Makana House was well received because its form is bold and contemporary, with a touch of local South African reflected in the palette of materials and textures we chose. The building’s form expresses its function, offering the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience with an emphasis on embracing the dramatic views.’

With sustainability key to the functionality of the design, the brief included creating a transparent building that breaks down the barriers between indoor and outdoor living, raising the first floor to enhance the sense of arrival, maximising the view, employing local contractors and using local building materials for construction, and creating an environmentally friendly building that functions off-grid. The result is a home where solar panels and a solar domestic hot water system are utilised, gas is used for cooking, an on-site waste management system is incorporated and non-potable water is pumped from the Bushman’s River and stored in tanks for household use. The design also features many examples of aesthetic innovation, including an ‘arrival axis’, which begins as one approaches the building and culminates with the impact of an infinity pool as a focal point that draws the eye towards the view.

The team took care to fully understand the client’s needs and aspirations and translated these into a beautiful building, and the fluidity of this

process made Makana House one of Jed’s favourite projects. ‘Working with an open-minded client who was looking for a bold architectural statement was a joy,’ he says. Among Jed and Julia’s other favourite designs are a number of courtyard houses in Mauritius, where the open-plan living spaces were designed around a series of tropical courtyards and pools.

The duo’s love of design is immediately apparent in their work. ‘To be successful, you have to embrace architecture with passion and make it your life, as it is an all-encompassing profession,’ they say. ‘Hard work and passion will ultimately pay off.’ Julia explains that she and Jed are fortunate in that they share the same passion for design and architecture. They met in London in 1995 while working for the renowned architect Norman Foster. ‘We spent most evenings and weekends in the office. There was a great energy working in the Foster studio at the time, so we didn’t mind putting in the hours. We learned a lot and are fortunate to have had one of the greatest architects of this century as our mentor.’

Given their hands-on approach and their belief that the quality of people’s lives is directly influenced by the quality of their surroundings, there is no doubt that Makana House will not be the last award-winning project from Kritzinger Architects. Among other projects, the team is already looking forward to completing a large house on the Atlantic seaboard. Jed puts it quite simply: ‘Watch this space.’ kritzingerarchitects.com


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nK. Light Import’s

2013 collection includes

these sleek, nautical-

themed, energy-saving

metal pendant lights.

Perfect for decorating an

entertainment space.

klight.co.za

Goet’s

beautiful pendant

lights are made from

ethically sourced timbers,

including ash, jacaranda,

oak, kiaat and walnut.

Pretty Duco paintwork in

pastels completes

the look.

goet.co.za

Box Living’s Klum

hanging lamps are made

from hand-forged metal,

and the mesh panels make

them ideal for outdoor use.

Available in three different

shapes and sizes.

boxliving.co.za

This

classic bronze table

lamp adds a touch of

class to a study.

classicrevivals.co.za

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We illuminate 2013’s latest lighting collections

ThE AGE OF ENlIGhTENMENT

lIGHTING

lighting

Moooi’s Mask

Lamp combines light

with an interesting shape,

creating a focal point in any

room. It’s made from pressed

oak veneer with a chrome base

and is available in white,

black and natural.

moooi.com

We love the Modern Home

Company’s latest collections,

which include a number of

statement pieces, such as the Daddy-

Long-Legs standing lamp and, our

favourite, the Vonk pendant light.

modernhome.co.za

The Torre from

Mobelli’s Summer 2013

collection is an innovative,

illuminated piece of furniture that

can be used as a seat, a side table,

a light or light tower or an ottoman.

The stackable, multifunctional

pieces are a fun addition to any

outdoor area.

mobelli.co.za

This smoky glass ball

pendant can be used in

any room. Available from

The Lighting Warehouse, its

simple design lets it blend in

with any decor scheme.

lightingwarehouse.co.za

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Painting the horizon red

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Words Nicky Manson

Sophistication, luxury, sea breezes and

fragrant frangipani are all rolled up into

one unforgettable experience at

The Oyster Box in KZN

What struck me first upon my entering The Oyster Box in Umhlanga was its beautiful art and decor collection. Adorned

to the brim with carefully chosen objets d’art and striking paintings, it’s more like entering an art collector’s home than a hotel, and, of course, that is what really sets The Oyster Box apart from its neighbours – its personal touches, thanks to it still being family run by the Tollmans. Some

60-odd years since the hotel’s establishment, this personal touch is still evident throughout. Following an extensive rebuild just three years ago, the architecture is strikingly colonial and exudes old-world charm while hiding a myriad of modern facilities. Done under the creative eye of Anton de Kock of M2K Architecture, it was important that the renovations retained the premises’ connection with the sea, which was achieved by accentuating the breathtaking views and creating a lush garden

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opening page, clockwise from top The infinity pool with its breathtaking views; the library and the spa. this page Elegant dining at the Grill

House; a relaxing nook and private plunge pool. opposite page, top to bottom Old-school glamour thanks to the wrought-iron balustrade; the

sexy Lighthouse Bar; a bath with a view; kids’ play area.

paradise behind the hotel. This is where one of the pools sits alongside the chic spa, which has carved out its own reputation for excellence. In the garden you will also find tranquil water features, a Victorian-style gazebo and an amphitheatre used for wedding ceremonies.

Originally built as a mere beach cottage in 1863 and used as a navigational beacon, the property was turned into a hotel in the 1950s and has since undergone a number of renovations, and each layer of changes is still reflected in its architectural style. The Tollman family love the glamour of the 1940s and ’50s, as can be seen in their choice of decor and furnishings. Mediterranean elements are also present, with a combination of archways and spiral staircases. The black-and-white terrazzo floor tiles from the original hotel reception have been carefully reproduced and are used throughout the hotel. The revolving door at the entrance still remains, as does the wrought-iron balustrade.

The Oyster Box also prides itself on its original KwaZulu-Natal art collection: over 100

paintings from 12 artists hang on its whitewashed walls and speak of the Tollmans’ passion for art. Beautiful furniture spills over from room to room, while bold fabrics and elaborate sculptures create evocative focal points.

The double-volume Palm Court is the heart of the hotel and a masterpiece in its own right. Previously open to the heavens, it encloses tall green palms beneath the ceiling. Beautiful tables are laden with elegant crockery and silver cutlery, awaiting the ladies to take afternoon tea. The decadent spread of mouth-watering treats is highlighted by twinkling chandeliers and tempts even the strong-willed. Dining is an indulgent experience, and choice is key. The Grill Room is fine dining at its best and hosts a weekly dinner dance. The Ocean Terrace has the best curry buffet in town – and I’m speaking from experience – as well as a wood-fired pizza oven. There is also the Lighthouse Bar (which could well have the best views in town), the Oyster Bar, Chukka Bar and the intimate sunken wine cellar.

Outside, the terrace overlooks a heated infinity

pool, which in turn overlooks the Indian Ocean. Standing tall and watching over the hotel is the historic bright-red-and-white-striped lighthouse, completing the postcard-perfect picture. The beach is just a few steps below, and guests can linger on the matching red-and-white-striped sun loungers dotted along the golden sands and the manicured lawns.

With its beautiful spaces, immaculate attention to detail and gracious service, the hotel lives up to its five stars. But did you know that this sophisticated hotel is also child-friendly (as well as pet-friendly)? From a welcome pack filled with goodies, such as fishing nets and beach balls, to the child-friendly restaurants and pool and holiday club, The Oyster Box ensures that parents enjoy a much-needed break away from the little ones too! The rooms are decked out with kids’ chairs, cots and sweet platters, and you can even hire an Oyster Box pram. Outside, the slush machine, soft-serve and candyfloss makers add a memorable touch to any kids’ – or grown-ups – seaside holiday. +27 (0)31 514 5000, oysterboxhotel.co.za

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“The revolving door at the entrance still remains, as does the wrought-iron balustrade”


First-time homebuyers, who currently account for about 40% of mortgage applications and home loan approvals, are supposedly driving the real estate market

at the moment.Of course it is a wonderful time for them to

be making their first property moves. Interest rates are just about as low as they are going to go, home prices are at the bottom of a cycle (and being depressed by strict bank valuations) and better salaries and lower debts mean more disposable income with which to pay for a home.

What is striking, though, is how various factors steadily pushed up the average age of first-time buyers in South Africa. In 2002 it was 28, in 2005 it was 31 and now it is 37, a fact that opens up a whole new way of looking at the market and what trends one might expect to see strengthening over the next year or two.

I see the demand for rental properties continuing to rise strongly, firstly because young adults can be expected to be tenants now for 12 to 15 years at least before becoming homeowners, and secondly, because SA’s population is steadily getting ‘younger’, so the potential number of those tenants is increasing.

This spells good times for buy-to-let investors, especially if you consider that many young people who could probably afford to buy their own home

earlier are not doing so because they prefer the flexibility that renting gives them to travel and follow job opportunities. On top of this, many have found that if they rent they can live in upmarket or trendy areas where they could never afford to buy, especially if those areas are close to work and enable them to offset their rent with lower transport costs.

I anticipate that the trend towards smaller average homes sizes will accelerate, propelled by concerns about the rising cost of living and of home ownership, including property rates, municipal service charges and home maintenance, which don’t only apply to first-time buyers but are prompting many existing homeowners to downsize (just as soon as their 20-something children leave home) and buy up smaller homes that might otherwise have gone to first-time buyers or, more likely, to tenants via buy-to-let investors.

Thirdly, I believe that price growth will fairly rapidly get ahead of the rate of inflation once more, not least because of the slow supply of new homes, which will also, of course, put further upward pressure on rentals. Many builders and developers just can’t deliver new homes at competitive prices in the face of rising building costs, which the Bureau for Economic Research estimates will show a 12,1% increase this year and a 16,3% increase in 2013, and this is clearly reflected in a 13% decline this year

in the number of plans being passed to build new homes over the next 18 to 24 months as well as a drop of almost 10% in the number of smaller homes that have been built in the past year.

As prices rise, so home ownership will once again become less affordable (and possibly less attractive) to first-time buyers, whose average age will probably rise even further as they continue to rent. We will have come full circle.

That leads me to observe that if the current stats are correct, then about 60% of those obtaining home loans now are not first-time buyers.

About 9%, it is estimated, are buy-to-let investors, but that still means that more than half are experienced homeowners who are either buying for the second, third or even fourth time as they upgrade, downsize or relocate, or taking equity loans to improve their existing homes, pay university fees or help their children buy a home.

In other words, perhaps they are really the ones with the money or the leverage to make the best use of the current interest rate and price advantages, and perhaps we should be paying them more attention.

Real estateGUesT edITO

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Berry Everitt

residential & commercial

Berry Everitt, MD of Chas Everitt International Property Group, incisively deduces which segment of the property buyers’ market you should be focusing on

or don’t blame me later

buy TO lET NOW,

Berry everitt,

md, chas everitt international Property group

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Home is where the heart is, so show your humble abode some love with these red-hot products

WhAT’s lOVE GOT TO dO WITh IT?

Second-hand emotionIt’s time for some love with Jasper & George’s heart-shaped clocks – the perfect gift

for just about anyone. Made from recycled pallet wood, they are available online.

jasperandgeorge.blogspot.com; 5rooms.com

Romancing the homeCoricraft knows all about spicing

things up on the home front and even

more so this Valentine’s Day with

love-inspired accessories. Choose

from romantic chaises longues, heart-

shaped vases, striking red scatter

cushions and more. coricraft.co.za

SWeet toothIn the morning you’ll be making

macaroons with the nifty Mastrad

Macaron-Making Gift Set. It’s French

confectionery at your fingertips, with just

four main ingredients and a few tools,

including a stand for storing the whole

set, a piping bag, six nozzles, and a non-

stick baking sheet with circular ridges.

yuppiechef.com

BeRRyLiciouSKeep your jam cool literally and

figuratively with this stylish Berry jam

jar and spatula set from Le Creuset. The

stoneware jar keeps the contents cold

and can go straight from fridge to table

without any decanting.

lecreusetshop.co.za

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For those who love retro,

Yuppiechef stocks the Luisa

mechanical kitchen scale. The

simplistic yet funky scale features

a stainless-steel 1,6ℓ bowl,

red-lacquered metal base

and retro clock dial.

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the ultimate laminate flooring

HISTORY LIGHT OAK

CANYON MAPLE

The authentic look, rich colours and sheer beauty of this wide panelled rustic planking will delight your family and enhance your home for many years by creating the ultimate look of luxury and realism with features such as the long-sided V-groove.

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FINESAWN PINE

MICHIGAN OAK

TIGER WOOD

MERBAU PLUM

IVORY

10MM

ANTHRACITE

SUPERNATURAL

10MM

XL - Super wide plank

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FOURWAYS(011) 465 4150The Gantry, PineslopesFourways, JHB

SELBY(011) 499 1282

29 Webber StreetSelby, JHB

MARONE

A stunning new level in realism. The matt surface, with Authentic Embossed structure, reproduces the most exquisite features of premium quality timber to give your floors a natural look and feel - never seen before in laminate floors.

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Exclusively available at Rhoms. We also have a huge variety of other decors in-store.

• Rose gold components • Full polished black PVD chassis• Shock resistant rubber case • Lightweight • Android™ • Video call

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Available at TAG Heuer Sandton City 011 784 7544.For further information please call 011.669.0500 or visit www.picotandmoss.co.za

the property magazine - pretoria february/march 2013

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