ELLE Decoration South Africa 2014-04-05

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DECOCONTENTS

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SHOPPING15 CERAMICS MATTERArtisanal individuality and earthen elegancemix in this selection of new ceramic vessels, platters and sculptural pieces.

22 NEW CERAMICS ON THE BLOCKDECO visits up-and-coming ceramic artists gChuma Maweni and Alexia Klompje.

25 DECO PALETTE: BLUSHTypically girlish and demure; when pairedwith metals, shades of blue, grey and brick,blush takes on a wild, edgy look.

33 DECO LAB: SURFACINGWe show you the newest techniques, the smartest buys and the most practical tipswhen updating floors, surfaces and walls.

LIVING52 SERVICE CALLBe your own designer with the help of skilled artisans who will assist you in making your ideas for your home a reality.

65 INDIA CALLINGThis home tells the story of a couples adventures in India and how they brought their experiences back home.

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72 A NEW WEAVE Entwine texture, colour and pattern in brand-new combinations using baskets,seating, lights and rugs.

79 A NEW WAY TO STAYHome exchange has become de rigeurand a new trend when travelling abroad.

87 THE NEW/OLD INGREDIENTDECO celebrates Bo-Kaap cooking, which is infused with imagination, heritage and a strong sense of community.

HOMES96 A NEW WAY WITH PATTERNEnglish meets Californian style in a witty London home.

110 A NEW WAY: HOME & WORKA dilapidated inner-city Mexican home isrefurbished for living and working.

120 A NEW WAY WITH DISPLAYIn the case of this Cape Town apartment,its the art of display that defines the space.

126 A NEW WAY TO GO GREENThe restoration of an Italian country home is a masterclass in bringing the outdoors inside.

136 A NEW WAY TO PLAYA Swedish home is transformed into a A S di h h i f d idynamic, playful space with amplified colours, graphics and art.

WINS & OFFERS86 SUBSCRIBE TO DECOSubscribe and win a R5 000 overnight stay at The Last Word Constantia in Cape Town.

78 WIN WITH ELLE DECORATIONTell us your story and win R20 000 worth of Belgotex flooring (page 48), and win an AcryLuso coffee table worth R40 000 (page 70).

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CONTRIBUTORS

HANLIE NELLHanlie helped put our beautiful floors and walls DECO Lab section together on page 33.

Which city is the place to watch out for this year? Cape Town, obviously. What is your colour of the moment?Kingfisher blue. Do you have any hidden talents? I am a list-maker extraordinaire. Any decor advice you care to share? Eliminate clutter hang everything: from bags, jackets, umbrellas, anything that normally ends up on the ground, ona simple wall-mounted peg rail. Even hang chairs and other furniture pieces when they are not in use. What book are you currently reading? Haruki Murakamis 1Q84. If you could go anywhere right now, where would it be? I would love to explore South America. My secret remedy is alone time.

FABRIZIO CICCONIFabrizio photographed the A New Way to Go Green feature on page 126.

My city to watch this year is Reykjavik. My colour of the moment is blue. My secret talent is my intuition. Any decor ideas you would like to share? A strip of wallpaper on a white wall. My bookmark is currently in Haruki Murakami books. I want to book a ticket to South Africa! Any secret remedy you want to share? Qigong which in Chinese means Life Energy Cultivation. fabriziocicconi @fabriziocicconi

STEFANIE LEE TITUSStefanie, our fiesty intern, worked tirelessly on this issue and helped on our Design Indaba stand.

My city to watch this year is Cape Town! My favourite colour right now is Mint julep and gold in equal measure.What is your secret talent? Accents and impersonations. My nearest and dearest affectionately refer to it as The Voices.A decor idea that I would love to share is mixing sailor stripes and florals. My bookmark is currently in a vintage copy of Diana Vreelands biography DV found at Georges municipal library for R10. V Where would you want to visit? Morocco. A secret treatment that helps you unwind? Yoga and Vicks Vapour Rub. @stefffaniiie

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As we approached the deadline of this issue, Design Indaba was about to draw to a close and WDC2014 was well under way, two reasons to feel happy and proud. We saw more individuality and originality than in previous years, and there was a strong sense of social enterprise present clear signals that South African and African design is finding its voice. For the first time at the Design Indaba we saw a stand dedicated to township design where great products, such as the braaiskottel and a geyser fashioned out of a bucket and a kettle element, showed that necessity is not only the mother of invention but that design solutions are potential drivers of the micro-economy of a communitys needs. Equally satisfying was buying a pair of pyjama bottoms to help fund an initiative to curb the spread of malaria a fashionable front for an important cause.

In another big highlight at the Design Indaba conference the brilliant British designer and architect, Thomas Heather-

wick, (he of the magnificent copper cauldron at the London Olympics), unveiled his plans for the new Museum of Contemporary African Art (MOCAA) at the V&A Waterfront a building inside a cluster of 42 concrete tubes, evoking a grain silo. The involvement of this internationally-acclaimed architect will surely connect the project to a much larger audience and emphasise the museums importance in the global art network.

It will not only be a great building for Cape Town, but also for Africa and all its artists. On the home front, Team DECO had a lot of fun at our Design Indaba stand an African photo booth where participants could take #Decoselfie pictures. Turn over the page to see our favourites!

After all that fun were back at work, in our new offices, putting the final touches on an issue filled to the brim with practical ideas for your home.

Enjoy!

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SHOPPINGWalls, oors, a bit of blush, ceramics and a whole lot of tiles,DECO takes you shopping

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TEN DER NESSA porcelain handcraftedat the Lladr workshopsin Valencia - Spain.

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Artisanal individuality and earthen elegance mix in this selection of new

ceramic vessels, platters and sculptural pieces

CERAMICSMATTER

1. Sculptural vase by Giovanna Biallo R12 600, Kalk Bay Modern 2. Wonderland Candleholder by Stephen Johnson R695, Imagenius 3. Eye-sketch bowl R220; 4. Sweetie bowl R280, both Quirky Me

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12. Striped lidded vessel by Chuma Maweni R950, Art in the Forest 13. Spiky bowl R895; 14. Bronze bowl by Kate van Putten R100, both Marigold 15. Small pot by Nic and Madoda R270, Art in the Forest 16. Martin Swart cup R200, Marigold 17. Set of three bowls by Hennie Meyer R350, Clementina

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18. Large black vase R20 000, Louise Gelderblom 19. Jade Snell planter R850, Art in the Forest 20. Porcelain vase R950, Haas 21. Vase by Kate van Putten R950, Clementina 22. Large white vase R20 000, Louise Gelderblom 23. Lisa Firer vase R950, Art in the Forest

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25. Leaf platter by Janic Rabie R750, Marigold 26. Skull biltong bowl R250, Ceramic Factory 27. Mandala Plate by Christina Bryer R4 800, Kalk Bay Modern 28. Mervyn Gers platter R450, Art in the Forest 29. Plate by Ruan Hoffmann R5 700, Deon Viljoen Fine Art

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Up-and-coming ceramic artists Chuma Maweni and Alexia Klompje are providing a fresh perspective on ceramics, breaking

the mould of this ancient craft. DECO visited these two artists to find out what

was cooking in their kilns

DO YOU THINK CERAMICS SHOULD BE FUNCTIONAL? I don't think it 'should' be anything. I studied architecture where 'form follows function' was our mantra. What I love about ceramics is the freedom of working with clay as a form of expression.

HOW DID KLOMP CERAMICS COME ABOUT? While recovering from a brain tumour, I needed to take a break from styling and decided to slow down and focus on my ceramics. Working with clay was so healing, and my first collection came out of a need to tell my story, which others found inspiring, and so my range was born.

WHO DO YOU THINK IS DOING GREAT WORK LOCALLY? We have so many talented ceramicists in South Africa. I love Martin Swart, Sally Louw, Louise Gelderblom, Lisa Firer, Imiso Ceramics, Helen Vaughan, Gerhard Swart and Anthony Harris of Ceramic Matters, to name a few. DO YOU WORK TOWARDS EXHIBITIONS OR SELL TO SHOPS? Currently I sell to shops but hope to exhibit in the future. Klomp Ceramics is just starting out and it can go anywhere from here. Find Klomp Ceramics, stockists and catalogues at www.klompceramics.com

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WHAT DOES AN ORDINARY DAY LOOK LIKE FOR YOU?I arrive at the studio, plan my day, figure out deadlines and check what needs to go into the kiln. I then get into my old clothes covered with clay and facilitate a two-hour class with children from the School of the Deaf in Cape Town. Unfortunately the only sign language I know is working with clay. The most important part of these lessons, for me, is seeing the kids' smiles, hearing their laughter and witnessing their enjoyment. After the class, my day moves on to creating ceramic bowls or designing a new shape for any exhibitions that are coming up.

WHOSE WORK DO YOU ADMIRE?Charmaine Haines for her abstract and stylised ceramic forms. Antony Shapiro for his simple yet elegant shapes, functional and decorative ceramics. South Africa has some of the best ceramic artists and designers in the world.

DREAM PROJECT? Working at Art in the Forest has been a dream project, the outreach work I do with the children and creating ceramics for various galleries. I would, however, like to one day create a collection to be shown in national and international galleries or be invited for a solo exhibition. www.lightfromafricafoundation.co.za

CHUMA MAWENIArt in the Forest

Join ELLE DECORATION editor Laureen Rossouw at the Spier Secret Courtyard, 64A Wale Street, on Wednesday 23 April from 5pm to 8pm for an informal discussion on decor and design trends in South Africa we want your input! The Spier Secret team has discovered a hidden courtyard in the centre of Cape Town, and this intimate space inspired the creation of a three month pop-up until the end of April. Expect secret dinners, food and relaxing Friday evenings lled with wine and live music. Follow Spier Secret on Twitter @SpierSecret or at www.spiersecret.co.za and The Spier Secret Festival on Facebook for updates and information.

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BlushTypically girlish and decidedly demure; when paired

with metals, shades of blue, grey and brick, bashful blush takes on a wild and edgy look

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Blush, Brick& Copper

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]Metallic accents ground pastels, making them feel less precious. Throw gunmetal into the mix and watch the personality of blush change from sweet to sexyIf you're not ready to splash out on bigger items, bring the colours in with smaller elements, such as candlesticks, lamps, cushions and fabrics

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opposite: Light R2 550, LIM. Candlestick from R160, Curate this page (back to front): Gidget Wallpaper by Donghia (colour Orange) R1 513 per metre, Mavromac.Neon fabric (colour Brass) R1 773 per metre, St Leger & Viney. Bolsena cutting by Designers Guild (colour Peony) R1 124 per metre, Home Fabrics. Phipps rugs by Designers Guild (colour Heather and Sky) R23 638 for 1.6x2.6m, both Home Fabrics

The mercurial ability of blush to have many different personalities, when paired with different colours, is most appealing. Play with different colour combinations and textures, and remember that grey is always a successful base on which to experiment

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Blush, Pastel Grey & Mint

1. Dulux 10BB 55/065; 2. Dulux 50RR 61/129; 3. Dulux 50GY 44/248 all from R116 per litre for Acrylic PVA 4. Hammerite Smooth Silver R171 for 500ml; 5. Hammerite Hammered Copper R314 per litre, both available from Astro Paints

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Loft Linny Colour Faded Peony R687 per metre, Mavromac

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Above: Earthcote Frost Paint R399 per square metre installed, Selections Warehouse

Wallpaper Medina colour Metallic Aqua

R1 790.94, Thibaut at St Leger & Viiney

Below: Earthcote Suede paints R114 per square metre installed, Selections Warehouse


LABDECO

In the next few pages we show you the newest techniques, the smartest buys and the most practical tips when updating

or renovating floors, surfaces and walls

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TILESTiles are the New Big Thing, so dont banish them to bathrooms and kitchens they are wonderfully practical and add colour, pattern and texture to any room. With so many new choices of tiles available locally, mix and match, add texture,new shapes, and use in unconventional ways and spaces

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this page: 1. White Pad by Dune Decorative Ceramic Wall Tile from Kenzan Tiles, www.kenzan.co.za2. Domo Decorative Ceramic Wall Tile from Italtile, www.italtile.co.za3. Plaster of Paris Star wall decoration from Moroccan Warehouse, 021 461 83184. Polished porcelain hexagonal wall and floor tiles from Douglas Jones, www.douglasjones.co.za5. Gaelle le Boulicaut Photography, www.gaelleleboulicaut.com6. Botticino Tumbled Natural Stone Diamond from Pudlo, www.pudlo.co.za7. Tabu, decorative ceramic wall tile from Italtile, www.italtile.co.za8. 3D Cube Glass Diamond Mosaic from Pudlo, www.pudlo.co.za, 9. Button tile Decorative Ceramic Wall Tile from Ceragran, www.ceragran.co.za

opposite Living in White by Sjoerd Eickmans Photography, www.sjoerdeickmans.nl


this page: 1, 2. Handmade Encaustic Tiles from Onsite Gallery,www.onsitegallery.co.za3. Patterned glazed Ceramic Tiles from Tiles Studio,www.tilestudio.co.za4. Beat Bhler,www.beatbuehler.ch5, 7, 9. Encaustic Pattern Tiles from Moroccan Warehouse, 021 461 83186, 8. Sample detail of Mayolic by Dune Porcelain Wall Tile from Kenzan Tiles,www.kenzan.co.za10. Biscuit Filmworks by Shubin + Donaldson Architects Inc,Tom Bonner Photographywww.shubinanddonaldson.com,tombonnerphotography.com

opposite Home of Hussein Jarouche, owner of Micasa, Brazil, Filippo Bamberghi Photographywww.2013.micasa.com.br, www.filippobamberghi.com

PATTERNIts really easy to create a magic carpet with patterned tiling and, in terms of design, anything goes. For a custom-made look, visit a supplier like Moroccan Warehouse, Tile Studio or Onsite Gallery and develop a unique pattern or combiy -nation with them. Extend tiles from the oor allthe way up to the ceiling to create headboards,splashbacks or interesting wall features. Inareas of neutral colours, wood and concrete,patterned tiles will create big impact.

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TEXTUREThis new, softer look adds texture and

a tactile quality intodining or bedroomareas. This look works perfectlyand adds drama tosmaller areas, whilebigger areas benetfrom plainer, moredemure colours and patterns.

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COLOURTiles in the same size and shape but indifferent, complementary colours make for original ooring solutions when arranged in anon-trend diamond or hexagonal layout.


Full Colour Cooking

The enamel colours of Le Creuset Cast Iron cookware are as durable as the cookware itself. From classic to contemporary, we have a wide range of mouth-watering colours that wont fade and will always complement your favourite dish. Visit www.lecreuset.co.za or share call 086 177 3321 for more information.

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1STATEMENT PIECES For a dramatic, unique and unexpected look, use statement tiles, which are artworks in their own right, as headboards behind beds, or create signature feature walls by continuing a fashionable oor tile and running it up onto the wall. To achieve this graphic look, repeat a pattern according to a specic design or mix and match tiles as you please.

this page: 2. TimMelideo Photography,www.timmelideo.com3. Floor design at the Hudson Milliner Guesthouse, Shannon Greer Photographywww.thehudsonmilliner.com,www.shannongreer.com4. Honed Marble Hexagonal Mosaic tiles from Douglas Jones available through Pudlo www.douglasjones.co.za, www.pudlo.co.za5. Sicis glass mosaic installation,www.sicis.com6. Aria Atlantis Range Porcelain & Glass Mosaic Wall and Floor Tiles,www.douglasjones.co.za

opposite Il Mediterraneo Room, Casa Talia Guesthouse, Matteo Cirenei Photography www.casatalia.it,www.photoarch.com1. Postcards from Myself tiles by Ruan Hoffmann available through Cl Tile,www.ruanhoffmann.com,www.cletile.com

THE MOSAICTWISTAA tiled mosaic wall is an exciting alternative to paint and wallpaper try colour blocking, geometricalpatterns, in Mondrian-like stripes, and extend fromwalls to ceilings. Choose a pattern or image and enlarge it to use as a template; mix and match,circular and square tiles are new exciting options.

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This most-loved natural material needs neither be plain nor planed as it is now available in brand-new shapes. Create unique patterns in these new ways with oor planks and staining techniques

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STAIN AND STENCILCreate a unique effect by stenciling hexagons or triangular shapes, or paint existing hardwood oors in any shape or design using stains in modern colours, such as Harlequins Bluemoon and Lime White.

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of a trees growth. For a budget-friendly option, pick vinyl planks in contrasting colours.

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opposite M52 Apartment by Patrick Giles and Dorothee Boissier Interior Design, Sisters Agency Photography www.gillesetboissier.com, www.sistersagency.com

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Wall-to-wall carpeting comes straight back from the 60s in all its lush appeal.For a sexier option, look for carpets inplayful colours and imaginative shapes

CARPETS

ART WALKS ONArt comes off the wall and onto the oor with collaborations between artistsand carpet makers (Southern Guild has collaborated with artists like ConradBotes and John Murray, who developed carpets with Paco Pakdoust).


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Service: She sources or manufactures special one-off pieces, as well as offers a home styling service

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Mia spends most of her timedriving around dodgy parts of town, knee deep in sawdust, or digging through dirty warehouses. She does it so you dont have to. Mia provides a seek-and-keep service to individuals, designers, decorators and shop owners looking for special one-off pieces for theirprojects or homes. Depending on the specicrequirements, she either sources the items, designs them or has them manufactured. She also offers astyling service where she visits homes and 'styles'them, by rearranging furniture and art, and advises onchanges or additions much like she would in a decor magazine production. Share your ideas and see how,in partnership with Mia, you can make things happen.Mia's advice when commissioning a bespokepiece: Be brave, be yourself and be prepared to pay for special.Call for service: 082 826 9292 www.miawidlake.com

Service: She comes into your home and offers clever solutions to tweak exisiting spaces

Often one doesnt actually need an entire makeover with the help of an interiordesigner when revamping your home or ofce. You might just need a few pointersfrom someone who knows the tricks of the trade. Klara is invited into people'shomes, armed with years of experience in the decor and set-designing industry, tosee how she can help revive existing spaces and furniture. She is all about cleversolutions for people with any budget size. Call her in for the day and she will assessyour space and give you advice. Perhaps you just need a lick of paint? She'llsuggest a few suitable colours a tweak here, an addition there or a little strategic re-organisation. It will help if you provide her with a rough mood board, explainingyour ideas, and shell take it from there.Call for service: 083 695 [email protected]

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Gerrit and his team are an exciting studio who developcustomised ceramic projects from start to nish. With experience in 3D printing and prototyping, they are able to create ceramic interior and exterior surfaces that are guaranteed to impress. What is the catch, youask? There isn't one, you just need to allow for extratime when you commission custom work as, with all things worthwhile, it takes a little longer. Remember to provide a complete brief to the artist, and as manyinspiration images, drawings and parameters in order to help the artist help you.Call for service: 083 232 9238www.handmadetiles.co.za

The renowned ceramicist duo Gerhard Swartand Anthony Harris are the perfect pair tocommission any, and all, ceramic pieces. For the past 16 years their studio has designedand manufactured bespoke ceramics for all manner of interiors, people, designers andcollectors, including clients such asAnthropologie and Ccile & Boyd. The arrayof items that have emerged from their kilnsrange from the sublime to the bizarre,including sculptures, tiles, crockery andurns. There is no limit to their creativity ortheir capacity to re up your ideas. You justneed to make the call. Call for service:021 864 [email protected]

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SPIER ARCHITECTURAL CERAMIC STUDIO / CPTService: Offering unlimited ceramic solutions for architectural and residential needs

The Spier Ceramic Studio specialises in the production of handmade tiles, mosaics and other special custom-designed ceramic ttings to be used in artworks and spaces. Under the experienced guidance of ceramist Karen Kotze and Jeanetta Blignaut, the studio has reinvented the ancientartform of ceramics and mosaic as limitless in potential, providing new creative solutions in a range of colours and textures. You tell them what, why andhow many, and they take it from there.Call for service: 021 864 1722www.spierarchitecturalarts.com

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3Service: You choose the design, colour, texture and size of your new, hand-woven rug

When working with signature furniture pieces or statement art, nding the perfect carpet can be tricky, to say the least. Pierre from Fibre Designs is uniquely positioned and qualied to help you create exactly what you need and want: your very own hand-woven rug. His skills set as weaver, textile conservator and rugdesigner is grounded in the heritage of Antoine Persian Carpets: I was exposed to textiles from a very young age. My parents interest in the eld led them to travel extensively in Iran, with the Iranian nomads, to learn more about their craft. They took care of many famous carpet collections, such as Izikos South African Cultural History and Groote Schuur Museum. How it works? Calculate what size carpet willbest suit your room. You then choose from their range of textures and styles, ordesign your own, and then pick from their range of colours. Or bring an example and they will match it to their colour system. Call for service: 021 418 1054www.bredesigns.co.za

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For years, the oor rugs available for purchase havebeen dominated by traditional designs, which are

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Pakdoust prides himself on being the man to make thishappen for you. He grew up in the carpet trade; it was

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Mervyn will take your ideas, however vague they may be, and masterfully turn them into your very own, beautifully-designed personal dinner service. With Mervyn, you can work to create an heirloom that can be passed down the generations, such as amonogrammed set of crockery, including anything from platters and bowls to mugs and jugs, which will bear your family crest. You could even have a special dinnerservice designed for your wedding to commemorate the event. This service could also be used by restaurants and chefs to create signature dinnerware that will setyour restaurant experience and design apart. Collect your design ideas and meetwith Mervyn and make history.Call for service: 082 578 5017www.mervyngers.com

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Service: Drawing on your familys history and picture library, this design duo custom- manufacture a variety of home elements including textiles, linen and furniture

Using old chairs and custom-designed fabrics,Amanda du Plessis, owner of Evolution Product, andElizabeth Pulles, artist and illustrator, create journeysback to memories of vacations with parents and grandparents, beach holidays, train rides and othermemorable experiences. They offer an invaluableservice that helps you reect on where you camefrom by recording your history on unexpectedsurfaces. They can take your family crest and turn it into curtains, or your grandpas journal and turn it into a chair. Pictures dont have to stay on walls anymore, memories dont have to stay in frames with their help, you can pay homage to your heritage in new and interesting ways. Think beautifully-written, oldletters that become cushion covers, or your family tree that becomes a bed throw. Or, if nostalgia is not your thing, they can use your personaldrawings, travel pictures, maps or contemporary artworks and graphics and turn them into functional items in and around your home.Call for service: 083 301 6600www.evolutionconsulting.co.za

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This year, yet again, the Eskom Energy Efcient Lighting Design Competition will showcase local lighting designs that exude individuality and challenge convention. The search is on for talented South Africans with air and design savvy. The kind of artistic intuition that sparks new trends. And, above all, embody a special gift that has the ability to turn pure science into pure art.

Designers, DIY-loving homeowners and other artistic souls are invited to design a luminaire (light tting) that makes use of energy-efcient technology, such as compact uorescent (or energy-saving lamp), light-emitting diodes (LEDs), bre optic or any energy efcient lighting system or product suitable for residential application.

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4There is a huge gap in the South African furniture market for well-made, design-conscious andaffordable furniture. We love the fact that thisfather-and-son team recognise this and are trying to do something about it. If you have a penchant for mid-century modern furniture, but cant nd exactly what you are looking for, you need to get in touch with these gentlemen. All you need to do is give them a brief. Tell them what you are after, colour,size and nish. Our advice is not to copy pieces exactly ask them to help you give your piece apersonalised spin. Add a bold colour or a practical feature to make your own version of made-to-measure mid-century modern. Call for service: 079 750 0117www.brakfurniture.co.za

Service: Monya will custom-make just about anything and everything in wood

We all have that thing', the perfect storage solution, orthat perfect sized table that we just cant nd anywhere. Allow us to introduce you to MonyaEastman. Monya custom makes just about anything and everything from tables, benches, shelves, chairs,chest of drawers, desks, storage, displays, mirrors, beds, headboards and other interesting stuff made from wood. She comes to your home, talks ideas and materials and then measures out your space. Thisturns into a drawing and then into a made-to-measure piece of furniture. You just need to decide what colourwood will suit your space best. Its as easy as that. Call for service: 082 372 2111www.stokperd.com

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5Service: Designing, planting and maintenance of your own edible garden Ben Getz reckons that food gardens should be as good looking as the rest of your garden, and as closeto your kitchen as possible, if not inside it. Hiscompany, Urban Harvest, specialises in the installation and maintenance of beautiful, highly-productive food gardens in homes, businesses and at schools. Theyhelp you 'urban harvest' absolutely fresh, organic food daily from your own garden, balcony, walls or rooftops. The food gardens they help you create are based on your needs, as well as on benecial or limiting environmental factors. With Bens help, you can design your garden in order to harvest seasonalfood and herbs all year round.Call for service: 021 300 1766www.urbanharvest.co.za

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3. Clarity: Have a clear idea of what you want, but be open to suggestions.

4. Patience: Bespoke commissionsare labour intensive and therefore time consuming.

5. Check: Remember you are the designer, so be part of the process. Check in on the project intermittently to ensure you are happy with the progress.

6. Cost: Custom-made, one-off items are not necessarily always more expensive, as they allow you the flexibility to make decisions that suit your budget.

Service: Helping you grow your own food

People think that growing food is only for experts. It's not. Anyone can do it, you just need a little help to get you started. Gavin Stockden and Joe Dawson are at yourservice. Using locally-designed products, they conceptualise, plant and maintainurban food gardens. Get them to come and have a look at your garden, courtyard,roof or even kitchen to see how best you can incorporate an instant container orvertical garden, or even a green roof. They reckon that once you start growing a fewkey ingredients for your kitchen, even your style of cooking will change. You just need to plant the rst seed.Call for service: 083 393 5006www.foodscape.co.za

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If you are the kind of traveller that simplyhas to bring some of your journey home,then India is the destination for you. Danand Caseys visual feast of a home is testament to this. After living in India forthree years, they returned to Cape Townto begin their biggest on-going creativeprojects: the home they want to spendthe rest of their lives in, and, TimelessIndia Journeys, a bespoke travel servicethat offers extraordinary experiences inIndia. During their time in India they travelled all over the country, collectingthings from each place they visited. Casey explains that different parts of India are known for making different things Jaipurfor fabric, Jodhpur for furniture, Calcutta for Kantha Art (stitched painting), and aspart of her research for her tailor-madetravel service, she personally visited all the shops to ensure that all the best treasurescould be found by her guests.

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In the leafy suburb of Tamboerskloof, with their architect Eric van den Berg, the couple created a materially beautiful blank canvas onto which they could incorporate their Indian lives, and all the amazing things they experienced there and brought home. Parts of the house were literally built around the things they brought back: the kitchen space was designed around the antique chemist cupboard they found in Delhi; and the mezzanine, lounge and kitchen area was based around the staircase bought in Jodhpur. The house was designed with the couples collections of art, design, toys, textiles and, of course, treasures from their travels in mind. They explain that these collections are a way to make visual their shared history. Another noteworthy aspect of their home is the use of colour. Casey reckons that Indias love of colour is contagious, that it brings a lot of joy to their home. We couldnt agree more. This home tells a wonderful story of their adventures, a happy, vibrant story that will no doubt continue to be embellished. And we, properly impressed, cannot wait to call on India.

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Home exchange has become the new couch surfing an affordable accommodation option when

travelling abroad. But rather than trawling thousands of websites in search of that diamond

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OWNER: Creative directorHOME: Modern home in a central, leafy part of Los Angeles close to all the citys highlights.

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OWNER: Creative directorHOME: This industrial, modern loft in the Brooklyn area of New York City was designed by Ksenya Samarskaya, who also lives in the space.

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WISCONSINOWNER: Art director and digital artistHOME: Voted one of the greatest hotels in the world 2013, restored Camp Wandawega is a wonderful exchange choice when looking for a peaceful stay outside of the city.

OWNERS: Film producersHOME: Beautiful glass and wood beach house on charming Illhabela, an island filled with natural rain forests between Rio and Sao Paulo.

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The most expensive part of travelling especially when considering our ailing currency is accommodation. Really good accommodation does not come cheap. And who hasnt been disappointed, even horried, to arrive in a foreign country to nd that the 20 Euros deposit on the quaint, clean room overlooking La Rambla is a shoebox, with no en suite, where Spanish brawlers break bottles outside your window and argue loudly until 4am?

Home exchange is a great, and affordable, way to travel. Behomm, founded by graphic designer duo Agust Juste and Eva Calduch, promises to be the future of home exchange for the discerning traveller. Its based on the shared economy movement, which connects like-minded people with a similar love of tasteful things and an interest in a more enriching travel experience but only those whose livelihoods are derived from the pursuit of beauty. We became obsessed with the idea of how incredible it would be to connect designers and visual artists worldwide with similar passions this is not only about nding free accommodation around the world, says Juste. We do believe that sharing is the future!

So if you are the proud owner of a beautiful home, love international travel and have an interest in connecting with people around the world, this service is for you. The founders stress that this is not about seeking out luxurious homes, that beauty has very little to do with luxury. All beautiful, any sized homes qualify, the only homes that are turned away are only those that are a total mess. The homes are scattered on almost every continent and country from Amsterdam to Tokyo, San Francisco to Cape Town. The site is also the very rst by-invitation-only home exchange platform, making it very secure. Visit www.behomm.com

HOW IT WORKS By signing up and listing your home, you will then be able to search for and view homes, and contact members through a secure internal system that hides personal contact information. The site works as a secure introductory middleman. Members enjoy unlimited exchanges, with no extra surprise fees.

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WHY DO YOU HOME EXCHANGE AND WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT IT?As a residential interior designer, I often nd that hotels lack personality. Returning from a day of sightseeing to a thoughtful, private home is so much more appealing.

IS THERE SOMETHING SPECIAL THATYOU DO FOR YOUR GUESTS?When guests come to visit I always make sure theyhave lists and addresses of all the best places to eat and see in the area. I am an avid outdoor enthusiast,so guests who stay with me will have access to a lot of information of where to hike, canoe and ski, as wellas access to all of my outdoor equipment. AsI live in the inner city, I give my guests access to ourbicycles as well.

ANY OTHER THOUGHTS YOU CAN SHARE ABOUT HOME EXCHANGE?One of the advantages of a home exchange is that thehomeowners have a great sense of place and will beable to direct their guests to specic experiences thatonly the locals know about. And we all have anaesthetic sense of pride in our living spaces.

Lori Andrews, Calgary homeowner:

OWNER: Interior designer,photographerHOME: This 100-year-old character home is located indowntown Calgary, Canada.

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OWNER: TV producerHOME: Spacious, colourful house in Marrickville, Sydney, close to city centre and beaches. This house was designed by architect David Boyle.

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CITY: ArchitectHOME: Large, spacious whimsical home among emerald rice paddies and on the beach in Canggu, Bali.

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OWNER: ArchitectHOME: Lovely Victorian conversion duplex flat, south of the river near Oval, well connected with public transport. Home renovation by architect Hari Phillips.

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OWNER: ArchitectHOME: This minimalist, predominantly white home is in the quieter parts of Osaka, designed by Jun Murata.

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HOW MANY TIMES HAVE YOU HOME EXCHANGED? We have done four swaps in the last 16 months.

WHAT IS IT ABOUT THE BEHOMM EXPERIENCE THAT YOU LIKE THE MOST?My husband and I are architects, and I am also a surface pattern designer, so we really appreciate good design and our lifestyle reects that. When we are travelling we like to look for things that interest and inspire us, and that includes the places we stay at. Before we started home swapping we often looked for nice boutique hotels or places that are unique and well-designed. When we discovered home swapping it became clear straight away that it's the best way to travel. We get to stay in comfortable homes where everything you need is already available. With the amazing homes on offer, we do not have to sacrice practicality for our appreciation of great design.

Jen Taylor, London homeowner:

OWNER: PhotographerHOME: Spacious loft in central Amsterdam, with white-washed, black and raw features throughout.

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OWNER: ArchitectsHOME: Beautiful 1910 apartment in the middle of Barcelonas Eixample. Home renovation by architects Anna and Eugeni Bach.

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In a colourful corner of the Cape, the Bo-Kaap, culinary knowledge is passed down from generation to generation within this close-knit Cape Malay community. Residents are descendants from as diverse places as India, Ceylon, North and East Africa and Madagascar. What binds them and grounds them is food, and the customs and celebrations linked to the serving of it. Sharing a meal is something that breaks down cultural barriers between people; it is a celebration and an essential ingredient for conserving their heritage.

The new recipe book Bo-Kaap Kitchen by Craig Fraser reveals the heart of the Cape Malay people through personal

stories and anecdotes, recipes, historical images and beautiful visuals. The warmth and character of the people shine through as they share their stories about cooking, family bonds and strong faith.

The book uses food as a way to access culture, and provides a rare glimpse of what it is to live in this unique community of people who share similar values, language, ceremonies even architecture and choice of house colours.Taste history, and the future, as community members take you on a culinary journey through their Bo-Kaap kitchens, where the food is the essential ingredient in their sense of the collective and of fellowship.

With fragrant spices redolent of the aromatic East, bredies, boboties, rotis and raitas, DECO

has decided to celebrate cooking that has been infused with years of imagination, heritage,

originality and a strong sense of gemeenskap

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PHOTOGRAPHS CRAIG FRASER TEXT MAGGIE MOUTON EXTRACT FROM BO-KAAP KITCHEN PUBLISHED BY QUIVERTREE PUBLICATIONS

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A rich, hearty, spicy tomato-based stew.

1kg chicken necks2 medium onions, chopped1 tsp salt2kg ripe tomatoes, skinned and chopped6 tsp sugar2 red chillies, finely sliced (or 1 tsp crushed, dried chilli)1 tsp garlic, crushed1 tin tomato pasteHandful of fresh coriander

Wash and clean the chicken necks, removing all sinew and fat. Crack in half and remove the centre vein. Braise the necks with onions in a little water, on a high heat, and with salt added, until browned. Add the tomatoes and cook until it reduces to paste- like texture. Add the sugar, chillies and garlic, and cook on medium heat until there is very little liquid. Taste and add more sugar, if necessary, to give it more tang. Stir the tomato paste into a glass of water, and then add this to the pot. Cook for 10 minutes before serving, garnished with coriander leaves.Serve with rice and sambals.

Meaning old people under the blanket, cabbage is wrapped around spicy meatballs (or frikkadels) and braised. It is an old, and much-loved, favourite.

1 large cabbage2 large onions, choppedCooking oil2 cups waterSugar, salt and pepper to taste tsp fine nutmeg

Frikkadels:500g beef mince4 slices stale bread, soaked in milk and drained tsp ground cloves tsp ground allspice2 tsp koljana (ground coriander)1 egg 1 tsp salt and pepper, or to taste2 cloves garlic, crushed (optional)1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)

Cut the middle stalks off the cabbage leaves and steam the leaves for about 5 to 10 minutes until soft but not pap (limp). Mix the frikkadel ingredients in a bowl and shape into small meatballs. Wrap each frikkadel tightly in a cabbage leaf. Use a piece of clean cotton to tie it closed or secure with a toothpick. Fry the onion in some oil, in a pot, until golden brown. Tightly pack the cabbage parcels in the pot and add water. Add seasoning and sugar to taste. Simmer for 20 minutes, making sure the water level always covers halfway up the cabbage parcels. Sprinkle nutmeg over the parcels and simmer for another 10 to 15 minutes.

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Made of spicy mince with an egg topping, the recipe was based on a similar Indonesian dish and perfected by the Cape Malays.

2 slices stale white bread, crusts removed2 tbsp sunflower oil1 onion, thinly sliced tsp ground cloves2 cloves garlic, crushed1 tsp salt1 tbsp curry powder2 tsp borrie (turmeric)500g beef mince2 eggs, beaten2 tbsp hot water4 tsp lemon juice2 tbsp sugar4 bay leaves (or lemon or curry leaves)

TOPPING:1 egg 150ml milk

Soak the bread in water for 10 minutes, and then squeeze it dry. Heat oil in a large frying pan and fry the onions until golden, about 5 to 10 minutes. Add cloves, garlic, salt, curry powder and borrie, and simmer for 5 minutes. Add the mince, then eggs, water, lemon juice, soaked bread and sugar, and mix well. Spoon this mixture into a greased ovenproof dish and bake at 160C for 40 minutes, until golden brown. Remove from the oven. Beat the topping ingredients together to form custard and pour over the bobotie. Dot with bay leaves and bake for 5 to 10 minutes at 180C.Serve with yellow rice scattered with flaked almonds.

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Janap Isaacs on the right, her younger sister Nadia on the left.

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1 can creamed sweetcorn 1 tsp vanilla essence 3 tbsp sugar1 cups self-raising flour 1 egg, beaten Cooking oilCinnamon sugar

Empty the sweetcorn into a bowl, add vanilla essence and sugar. Sift in the flour and mix together. Stir in the egg to form a batter. Pour a shallow layer of oil into a pan on medium heat, and drop spoonfuls of batter in to fry. When cooked on both sides, drain the fritters on kitchen paper and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

These jam and coconut tartlets are a well-loved traditional treat at functions, and are named after Hertzog, the prime minister of the Union of South Africa from 1924 to 1939. They were apparently his favourite cookies.

250g margarine (or butter) 1 cup sugar 1 tbsp cooking oil1 tsp vanilla essence1 egg 4 cups cake flour2 tsp baking powder

Filling:1 cup water cup sugar 3 cardamom pods100g fine desiccated coconut, plus extra for icingApricot jam

For the filling, boil water, sugar and cardamom until sugar dissolves. Add the coconut and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, then set aside to cool. For the dough, cream together margarine and sugar. Mix in the oil and vanilla essence. Add the egg and beat well. Sift in flour and baking powder, and mix into a firm dough. Roll it out flat. Grease two shallow muffin pans. Using a round cookie cutter, cut out shapes from the dough and place in the pan so that the dough forms little bowls. Bake at 180C for 15 minutes, or until light golden brown. Remove from the oven and place cookies on a wire rack to cool. Spoon apricot jam into one half of each cookie, and cooked coconut mixture into the other half.

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Eccentric English meets chutzpah California in a witty West London home where every room has

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this page Lucy and Dom with their children Huxley, George,

Tallulah and Arthur grouped on the swing seat, which Lucy designed, in their large garden

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y friends thought I was bonkers when I turned the biggest room downstairs into the kitchen. They were even more confused when I transformed the largest bedroom into a family bathroom, laughs homeowner Lucy Davenport. But Lucy, design consultant and interior stylist, is a lady who

knows a thing or two about converting impossible spaces into liveable homes. Big houses with tiny kitchens and bathrooms are a no-no, she quips. Having recently returned from living in Los Angeles, Lucy and husband Dom got used to large, light-lled spaces that are functional yet fabulous. And that is precisely what she has created in their West London meets West Coast home. My style is very Californian-inuenced but with a large dollop of English idiosyncrasy, asserts Lucy. I try to extract real personality from a place by overlaying it with layers of imaginative and quirky ideas, while still creating a functional home.

When Lucy and Dom rst saw the house in 2007 it most certainly wasnt love at rst sight. Everything was painted a dark claret colour a horrendous mix of faux-Victorian hideousness and the worst grotty pub you could imagine. The gruesome, patterned carpet bordered on being psychedelic! Knowing exactly what they wanted a reasonably-priced house with good bones that could accommodate our large family Lucy with her design background had the vision to transcend the tacky into something magical, using colour. Cool colours can be an easy way to create change without spending a fortune, she explains.

Under Lucys experienced eye, the space underwent an enormous transformation. My initial task was to get every room, and the woodwork, painted white. Then, with a basic blank canvas to work with, I could start layering and decorating it in my style. We relocated the kitchen from one side of the house to the other to create a large family space come diner. A serviceable Ikea kitchen was installed, but she camouaged it with imaginative styling ideas and colour. Next, the old kitchen became a chilled-out family living room and, nally, the bedrooms were all given Lucys creative charisma.

What does the future hold? Were still California dreaming, admits Lucy. Dom checks out the surf reports every day with that faraway, wistful look in his eye. Meanwhile, Im planning new extensions to the house to give me more rooms to decorate.

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MY STYLE IS VERY CALIFORNIAN-INFLUENCED BUT WITH A LARGE DOLLOP OF ENGLISH IDIOSYNCRASY

this page Lucy painted this matching pair of Ikea chest of drawers in grey and added two matching owl lamps in mustard with a mix of marine curiosities such as large clam shells, vocal and dried seaweed. The chevron rug is from Urban Outfitters

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USING COOL COLOURS CAN BE AN EASY WAY TO CREATE CHANGE WITHOUT SPENDING A FORTUNE

this page The bookcases and fireplace in the living room are

painted in an off black, Lucy has left a section near the

ceiling unpainted to create the illusion of height opposite The

old Conran sofa is festooned with yellow velvet and aqua

blue and white striped cushions, a recurring theme, which Dom claims is Lucys

cushion addiction

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MY FRIENDS THOUGHT I WAS BONKERS WHEN I TURNED THE BIGGEST ROOM DOWNSTAIRS INTO THE KITCHEN


this page The largely white walls are uplifted with a joyful

touch of turquoise; the kitchen area is a nod to the Edwardian origins of the house opposite Mixing black and white striped

cushions against a bold feature wall and geometric wallpaper is

a simple yet impactful effect

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BIG HOUSES WITH TINY BATHROOMS AND KITCHENS ARE A NO-NO, LUCY QUIPS

this page Black and white chevron towels and bathroom mat against black, patterned wallpaper, with a collection of ornate mirrors, create drama in the bathroom opposite Combining pink toile, yellow velvet and black and white stripes creates an outlandish yet opulent boudoir look; Lucy says the starting point of this room was the his and hers Chinese lamps

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IM PLANNING NEW EXTENSIONS TO THE HOUSE TO GIVE ME MORE ROOMS TO DECORATE

this page and opposite In the two youngest boys'

bedroom Lucy has introduced educational elements with

fun globes and a large scale vintage map to add colour and

interest. Her graphic trompe loeil on the large storage

cupboards uses the colours from the map; the chairs are

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1. Easy silhouettes in black and white,starting on the floor and leading up on the walls, is an inexpensive, fun feature walloption 2. For a new take on a shelf feature, collect porcelain vessels in a colour of yourchoice, but make sure you stick to one colour 3. Play with scale in a childs room and dont stick to one theme the more mixed the theme, the more stimulating the environment will be 4. Paint both thefront door as well as the verandah's trellis in one, bold colour to create a dramaticentrance to the home

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this page A view into a part of the living room: wooden table is an antique find; iron writing desk is from Cuban circa 1950; two black chairs are Bertoia;sleeping boys photograph is Antonio Goicolea; the floors tiles are new based on an antique pattern

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PHOTOGRAPHS CHRISTIAN SCHAULIN TEXT AND PRODUCTION KERSTIN ROSE

An overlooked area in the centre of Mexico City is the chosen home and workplace for a man on a mission

a new way HOME&WORK


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I LOVE USING MY PRIVATE OFFICE FOR BOTH LIVING AND WORKING. IT MAKES THE HOUSE COME ALIVE

this page Green sofa is a flea market find from Hector's

neighbourhood; carpet is from Zara Home; leopard head is

a present from a friend. Black velvet chair was taken from one

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this page and opposite A view into Hector's showroom

with downstairs office for his employees. The Boom! studio

produce chocolate bombs and soldiers, with the intention,

Hector claims, 'to make war sweeter.' All the furniture is

designed in-house, such as these outdoor pieces for use on

the beach or terrace

wenty two million inhabit Mexico City. A sprawling, chaotic place where the contrast between rich and poor is keenly felt: the Mexican elite retreat into heavily-guarded villas, while its less fortunate inhabitants claim hut-like dwellings in the citys wilder suburbs. The inner city is one of these

where, for a long time, no-one was particularly interested in its historical beauty and hundred-year-old buildings. But like any gentrication story, the Mexican creative set rediscovered its magic and began moving in. Hector Galvan was one of these who fell for the rich, ornate faade of a double-story house in Chihuahua Street. Built in 1916, the intricate detailing of the structure reminded him of Catalonian artist and architect Gaudi: all the rooms of the house open onto a long courtyard, in the middle of which a stone and iron staircase leads to the rst oor with an entire wraparound balcony. Only a few years ago, this work and office space was in ruins, a result of the massive earthquakes in Mexico in 1985. After careful restoration, the roominess of the space was revived with windows and doors cleverly swapped out.

Hector knew that his plans to live and work under one roof would be realised here. I nd it inspiring when work and living areas can ow together, as in that ow the house comes alive, claims Hector.

At 9am the house does come alive as a handful of young people congregate in the kitchen and get to work for Hectors design bureau Omlette. The kitchen, painted in a chocolate brown, like most of the rooms in the 350 square metre house, has many functions. Meeting room, hangout room and laboratory, its here that chocolate creations for Hectors other label Boom! are invented and poured into crazy forms, such as bombs and soldiers. Through his fashion and furniture design, and his interiors work for hotels and restaurants, he is conscious of the social aspects of the Mexican identity, highlighting Mexican handmade techniques and materials.

In the evenings, Hector, a self-professed epicurean, has friends over for dinner; chairs are taken out of the office and put around the improvised table in the living room on the ground oor, working and living area coming together again in the most seamless and wonderful way.

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DARK WALL COLOURS TRANSFORM SIMPLE ROOMS INTO SOPHISTICATED PLACES

this page and opposite A glimpse into the multi-functional kitchen: a laboratory for chocolate products, for cooking and, in the morning, Hector's staff congregate and have breakfast and meetings together. Hector likes playful ideas, such as the chocolate colour on the walls and lamp cables in swirling shapes simple, innovative design details


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]1. Use Mali tiles to imitate a classic Victorian-style floor in cream and deep red 2. A black high-gloss floating bathroom cabinet will create the illusion of space in smaller areas 3. An idea when adding extra space is to build a mezzanine platform to create more desk stations

this page All furniture is vintage apart from the bed,

which was designed in-house by Omlette. Idea: place a large

mirror behind a bed to serve as a headboard

WHEN RESTORING THE HOUSE I USED NEW FLOOR TILES WITH AN ANTIQUE LOOK AS RESPECT TO THIS 1910 BUILDING


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this spread Mural and sculptures by Conrad Botes;

yellow chair sourced by Mid-Century Modern;

Danish leather sofa is from Space For Life

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What defines this innovative Cape Town home is that its owner collected his art first, and only

then found the perfect space to hang it

DISPLAYPHOTOGRAPHS GREG COX PRODUCTION JEANNE BOTES TEXT MICHAEL OWEN


I KNEW I WANTED TO BE ON THE TOP FLOOR WITH A VIEW THAT WAS NEITHER MODERN NOR

PREDOMINANTLY FILLED WITH GLASS AND STEEL

this page Chair and footstool from Norway but reupholstered

locally; painting by Vusi Beauchamp opposite Italian Airon chairs were chosen for

their delicate subtlety; artwork by Robert Hodgins and light

sourced to complement space from Mid-Century Modern

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ll the homes in our Ideas Issue have been hand-selected as examples of homeowners at the height of their decor powers, who have used colour, natural materials and on-trend pattern and print in brand-new ways. This apartment in Cape Town represents yet

another remarkable idea, albeit a departure from the rest. Rather than searching for a dream home, and the renovation and decoration there

of, for this homeowner, the art collection preceded the home search. A home that could serve as the perfect backdrop to display his decade-long accumulation of art. I knew that I wanted to be in the Cape Town City Bowl, in an older, character-dr

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