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hen i started writing this letter, things were very different. the process is simple enough: the words are almost always composed by iPhone on my daily walk to the office, early in the morning as the city comes to life around me. there’s inspiration there, between the routine and all the possibilities and opportunities presented by the new day played out by a fellow cast of commuters, stony-faced suits and starry-eyed tourists, food vendors, tattooed baristas, buskers – and me. it gives me perspective and helps me write these words, every month, for you. today, there are no commuters. the suits and the starry eyes are somewhere that isn’t here and the city holds its breath as if going through a tunnel, wishing for footfalls. like all of you, i’m at home, writing with a new perspective. we wanted to do a colour-themed issue because colour, especially at home, is personal. You’ll often hear people say, “colour makes a happy home.” but colour isn’t always happy. it can be challenging, comforting, transporting, calming. it’s what you need it to be for you – and in this issue, we wanted to explore that. Personally, the walls of my apartment are a shade of pistachio, not so much by design but by totally missing the mark on a paint swatch. it’s not the achingly cool petrol green i imagined, but it has, purely by accident, become my favourite colour. when i started writing this letter, we were very different. and, by the time you read it, we could all be back to normal-ish. or not. but there are several things that will not have changed: our tenacity, our humour, and our unfailing hope, just to name a few. You could even say we’re always looking on the bright side. Either way, whether you’re outside again or not, you’re still in very good company. stay safe.

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From Muscat to Durban, Bofred’s latest collection – titled Bask – evokes founding designers Christa Botha and Carla Erasmus’s notion of home. Think organic forms in sandstone, ash, concrete and linen that blur the lines between ancient relic and statement decor.  bofred.co.za

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As practical as it is beautiful, the new Radial light from Willowlamp is inspired by the idea of life being cyclical. The Radial light is ideal for small spaces with low ceilings.  willowlamp.com

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From the bitter kick of honeybush, blood orange and grapefruit in Babylonstoren’s non-alcoholic aperitif to the high-flavour fizz of home-brewed kombucha, niche beverages are this season’s tastiest treat.  babylonstoren.com;  happyculture.co.za MAY/JUNE 2020 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

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Architectural Symphony On his tireless mission to create beauty through space and light, architect Miguel Ă ngel AragonĂŠs has created a visual masterpiece in Mexico City text gabriela estrada photography joe fletcher

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Upon entering the room, the glass that divides the exterior from the interior dissolves, and it seems that the garden is within the space

for migUel, being an architect is to ‘prodUce beaUty based on space and light, in optimal conditions and at the lowest possible cost’

ith a passion for light and form, architect Miguel Ángel aragonés has dedicated a lifetime – almost 38 years – to the exploration of spaces, particularly in terms of the perception of beauty within geometry. This, his recently completed rombo IV house, in Mexico city, is perhaps his most daring statement yet: part manifesto on the quiet power of spatial composition, part chromatic symphony that borders on the spiritual. The home forms part of a larger residential project comprising four buildings – including Miguel’s workshop – that today serve as a testament to the architect’s unfaltering obsession with refining even the most micro of details to achieve complete interior purity. For Miguel, there is no division between interior architecture, furniture and decor; instead, these elements are merged into one concept – take the dining room table, for example, an elegant flat plane that simply extends from the wall. ‘In essence, this is a hyper-artisan home, where the furniture is part of the architecture and the architecture is part of the furniture. Importantly, light also travels freely between the volumes, transforming the home into a larger-than-life lightbox,’ says Miguel. ‘sometimes, you’d think you’re looking at a model, much like in the photographic works of Thomas demand that have this sense of enigma, of things not adding up until you realise what you’re looking at. similarly, this space has that surreal feeling, of being both strange and yet completely familiar, like the feeling of déjà vu.’ Miguel goes on to quote Michelangelo, saying ‘man is nothing else but what he sees, what he hears and what he lives. may/june 2020 houseandgarden.co.za

That information is processed and, later, he thinks he has discovered the golden thread when all he is doing is recreating the experience.’ The ground floor volumes present themselves along a central access corridor: a patio, living and dining rooms, kitchen, yoga studio, cinema and service areas. The middle level contains four en suite bedrooms and a private lounge. Finally, the uppermost level is reserved for entertainment and recreation and includes a pool, sundeck and outdoor kitchen facilities. It is at dusk, in the gloaming light, that the house sheds its monastic, bone-white appearance, bursting into a dynamic, polychromatic light show. By inserting stained glass into the walls, Miguel has found a way to animate the architecture in the traditional Mexican medium of colour, but this time instead of paint it is light that he uses to pay homage to the country’s pioneering architects. ‘Mexico is colour, and the Mexican architecture that interests me is colourful,’ he says. ‘Barragán was such a lover of roses, yellows and purples that today it is almost as if he invented those shades. similarly, Legorreta also possessed an impressive capacity for colouration. What these architects achieved in flat planes we have done with light, which means the pigments have become infinite. Light becomes the space, and the space becomes colour.’ Moving through the spaces of rombo IV generates a mix of emotions: a sense of protection, isolation and harmony. a ‘ rchitecture is the search for space in accordance with light within which to live surrounded by beauty,’ says Miguel. ‘My obsession is what I consider beautiful. If 95 per cent find it scary, that’s fine. I don’t look for universality; I look only to stay true to my ideology.’ What is irrevocable is that Miguel has created a harmonious refuge, in line with the light and the environment, through which the legacy of Mexico’s architects is powerfully – and simply – illuminated. Miguel Ángel Aragonés 8 aragones.com.mx n

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in the rombo iv hoUse, migUel generated a declaration of his search for beaUty: ‘my obsession is what i considered beaUtifUl. if 95 per cent of people find it awfUl,

that’s fine. i don’t look for Universality; i look only to stay trUe to my ideology,’ he says. what is irrevocable is that it is a harmonioUs refUge, in keeping with the environment

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Trends the reflective floors and UniqUe geometric architectUre make the enigmatic lighting stand oUt even more, especially when contrasting coloUrs meet

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Show of Hands The local creatives to support after the national lockdown Mash. t desigN stUdio

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WHO Sifiso Shange WHAT Inspired by his Zulu heritage, Sifiso’s range of furniture pieces has a distinctly Afromodernist edge with international design appeal WHY A ‘ fri Modern prides itself in the preservation of authentic African stories, specifically stories of my culture,’ says Sifiso. ‘I want to make sure I preserve them for the future.’ @afrimodern

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WHO Stuart Holding WHAT Colour and pattern collide in Mungo’s various textile ranges, including towels, linen, blankets and apparel WHY ‘We are humanists not industrialists,’ is as much an ethos as it is a daily practice at Mungo’s mill, just outside of Plettenberg Bay, where the collections are produced on traditional looms. All pieces are made by hand using natural fibres, making them sustainable in every form.  mungo.co.za

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WHO Thabisa Mjo WHAT Furniture and lighting design that has carved a distinctly African niche in the global marketplace. For Thabisa, design is a form of storytelling that empowers others WHY ‘The reason I work with craftspeople is that we must document our heritage and share the arts and the innovation that African people have always possessed,’ says Thabisa, whose studio collaborates with local artisans to produce its pieces.  mashtdesignstudio.co.za

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WHO Mongezi Ncaphayi WHAT Large artworks with a distinctly graphic quality WHY In 2019, Mongezi won the Africa First Art Prize, which led to a solo exhibition at the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, as well as the Stellenbosch Triennale. His art stands out from his peers’ for his ability to capture and convey deeply abstract qualities.  smacgallery.com

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WHO Farah Hernandez WHAT Highly decorative porcelain and ceramic objects WHY After moving to South Africa from Spain in 2004, Farah began to explore the fundamentals of pottery. This evolved into a fascination with porcelain, as well as the establishment of her studio seven years later. Today, her work is informed by illustration, which has helped Farah carve a niche in the local ceramics market.  farahhernandez.co.za

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throw out old ideas and reimagine the possibilities of colour in design

a game of opposites sometimes clashing colours work best together. These pairings arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t just about luck or good taste; it turns out there is a lot of biology behind it too, involving the way our eyes and brains experience light and colour. all we know for sure is that bold pairings, such as the green and pink Pierre Frey fabrics in the LadurĂŠe Tea room, are a sure way of making a statement. 8 laduree.fr

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a tonal approach There is something calming about tonal colours. Perhaps it is the peace and stability they bring to an increasingly busy world, or it could be the desire for an updated take on minimalism. In this setting, zinc Textile have incorporated different shades from one colour group to create a sleek, pared back look. 8 zinctextile.com

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Bigger is better

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The effect of warm tones, such as red and orange, is difficult not to feel: they make a space more intimate and help stimulate oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appetite, making them suitable hues for living rooms and kitchens. The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;assemblageâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wallpaper by de gournay comes in a less intimidating red tone with a large abstract pattern, making it appropriate for everyday spaces. de gournay wallpapers are available at Mavromac and gatehouse. 8 mavromacandthegatehouse.co.za

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Golden era

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Luxurious, metallic tones such as gold and copper create a spacious feeling in a room. They also stimulate feelings of happiness, but when used in large spaces, the effect can be overstimulating. The â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;rateauâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; wallpaper by de gournay balances a striking metallic with a matte chocolate brown. 8 degournay.com

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Primary focus In this setting, gubi celebrates the calm and meditative atmosphere that blue can create. complement the strong colour with pieces in warm hues such as yellow, orange and terracotta. 8 cremadesign.co.za

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Just a touch

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Introducing a bold colour to a room is enough to induce a substantial amount of second-guessing and doubt. remember to start small: armchairs, ottomans and cushions are a great way of easing into a new colour without committing to a complete palette overhaul. 8 molteni.it

True to tone when it comes to seating, turn to the colour wheel for inspiration

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Forever colourful even indoor furniture can suffer because of the elements. direct sunlight, humidity or extreme dryness can change and fade the colour of fabrics such as velvet. Place valuable furniture where there is just enough light and fresh air, so as to not reduce the longevity of each piece. 8 bebitalia.com 1. ‘GRAVITY’ COLLECTION FOUR-SEAT SOFA, R24 500, ENZA HOME; 2. ‘INFINITY’ UPHOLSTERY FABRIC IN OLD ROSE, POR, HERTEX; 3. ‘ENDERLIN’ SOFA IN INK, POR, ASHLEY FURNITURE HOMESTORE

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6 7. HANS J. WEGNER ‘CH72’ SOFA, R50 966, CARL HANSEN & SØN; 8. ‘PRIMUS 17’ UPHOLSTERY FABRIC, FROM R610, U&G FABRICS; 9. ‘CLAM’ SOFA BY DUBREIL & PILATO, POR, LIGNE ROSET

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Make it count

choosing the right upholstery fabric is as important as deciding on the shape of the sofa. as is the case with bed linen – thread count is crucial. With upholstery fabric, the higher the thread count and denser it is means it can withstand a lot more wear than thinner options. 8 hertex.co.za may/june 2020 houseandgarden.co.za

the royal treatment

FRANCO ALBINI ‘TRE PEZZI’ ARMCHAIR AND RODOLFO DORDONI ‘DRESS-UP!’ SOFA FOR CASSINA, AVAILABLE FROM TRUE DESIGN

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Jewel tones are always a breath of fresh air in the home. These richly saturated colours are bold and make a statement, especially on luxurious fabrics such as velvet. If intense colour is too much for your personal taste, opt for slightly desaturated tones. Increasingly popular, these colours allow you to experiment with daring hues such as purples and greens, while still having a muted, considered quality that also makes the pieces the room’s focal points. 8 truedesign.co.za

Design solutions

1. ‘BERLIN’ CHAIR, R2 700, MR PRICE HOME; 2. ‘TRIPLE SANDWICH’ STOOL, R7 749, KARE DESIGN

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3. ‘JOSEPH’ ARMCHAIR IN PURPLE , FROM R26 000, TONIC DESIGN

4. ‘VASO GOLD & PHANTOM’ OCCASIONAL CHAIR, R5 990, SHF; 5. ‘DOVE’ CHAIR IN BLUE, POR, NATUZZI

6. ‘TRAVELER AMERICAIN’ ARMCHAIR IN GREEN, R234 660, ROCHE BOBOIS;

7. ‘ROC’ TUB CHAIR IN BLUE, FROM R14 878, OKHA; 8. ‘SOPHIE’ ARMCHAIR IN PINK, R90 500, CASARREDO

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standalone pieces of furniture such as ottomans, stools and side tables are a clever way of bringing colour into a room. But these should not only serve as statement pieces – ensure they are functional too. should the design of the room change, you will still be able to keep them or move them into another space. 8 okha.com ■

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1. ‘ATLANTIC 603’ WOOD-BURNING STOVE, FROM R20 300, BEAUTY FIRES; 2. FIREPLACE SET IN GOLD, R5 350, CALORE

A lounge setting designed by La grange Interiors featuring a hanging fireplace. 8 lagrangeinteriors.co.za

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3. ‘EARTHFIRE’ WROUGHT IRON FIRE SCREEN, R735, GC FIRES

PLAYING With fire With the cooler months fast approaching, bring a touch of warmth into your home

5 4. MY BUTCHER’S BLOCK FIRE STARTER BELLOWS, R699, CAMP & CLIMB; 5. MEGAMASTER LOG HOLDER, R530, BUILDERS WAREHOUSE

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new flames

With the Dovre series, available at Home Fires, you can make your fireplace the ultimate focus piece. The ‘Vintage 35’ is a visual feast thanks to its enamel finish. 8 homefires.co.za

The Charnwood ‘C-Eight’ Closed Combustion Fireplace integrates the latest in design innovation into a classic design, to deliver a surprisingly clean and effective burn. 8 beautyfires.com

Lighting a fire need not be a chore. Calore’s range of automated fireplaces makes heating your home easy and quick so you can spend more time cosying up. 8 calore.co.za

The Carbel ‘Atenea’ free-standing fireplace makes the most of the visual ambience created by burning wood with the view from its large combustion chamber. 8 fireplacewarehouse.co.za

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opting for a wood-burning fireplace makes you less dependent on other energy resources. And with more sustainable options available, you are in complete control of the way you heat your home. In this setting, a majestic fireplace is complemented with furniture from okha. 8 okha.com

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GARDEN Cascading ground overs

Clipped evergreen planting

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start-up Gardens We usually start and end our gardening lives with small spaces, often courtyards and potted balconies. Both can be wonderfully rewarding if one gets the basics right before one even buys the first plant

Be sure you are clear about the number of resources you have to input the garden. The most important of these are space, time, water and money. They all have a huge bearing on the design of what you do and the plants you select. There is no point in spending a packet on gorgeous plants if you have no intention of devoting water and time to the project.

Handbrakes

Understand and accept the handbrakes. Almost every garden project has limitations – these can be wind, soil, extreme sun or shade, or lack of water. One needs to work within these parameters, otherwise, one will be disappointed.

Ground prep and soils

Plants are 100% reliant on the soils that they grow in. Plants need nutrients and water repeatedly. If the soils are unable to provide nutrients or hold water, the plants will suffer. Clay soils restrict nutrient uptake and hold water often “drowning” the plants. It will be more productive to provide good soils for smaller plants that will grow than buy larger plants that will perform badly in poor soils. The adage that the money should go into the ground is true. In addition to decent soils, plants will need 50

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fertilising seasonally, especially in confined spaces like planters and courtyards.

Irrigation and drainage

If you travel or your attention to the garden is erratic, consider an irrigation system. Most irrigation systems will save water, particularly if one can install drip systems, or weather- or moisturemonitoring devices. Know that the settings should be changed to suit the seasons of the year, check the system often and have it serviced every spring. At the same time as providing water, think about drainage – rainwater and excess irrigation water will need to be able to move away in a controlled manner.

Design

When designing your courtyard or balcony, suitable space should be allocated for people to use first. Work out how your partner, family members or guests will gain access to tables and chairs, and how you will circulate through the space. Also, where it is best to appreciate any views from, and where you may require screening or privacy. Then you can allocate space to the plants and plant containers. If you have enough space, a water feature will always add magic – this can be as simple as a lovely pot filled with water and water lilies.

The plants Only now are you ready to think about which plants you want in your space. Besides what they look like and how they live together visually, you need to understand their needs and pair plants with similar requirements in terms of water, sun, soil types, and so on. Consider their fully grown shape and size and understand how you will have to prune them if they are going to grow too large for their position. Also, consider how the plants will look throughout the seasons. For example, there is no point in planting a deciduous plant as a screening hedge, but losing leaves in winter may be good for a pergola allowing light into the rooms adjacent during miserable winters. A personal rule of thumb: I often write down a long list of all the plants that I think would look good. Then I carefully and realistically go through the list and eliminate the ones that will not be suited for the conditions, or will grow too big. I make my final selection from the plants that are left. Franchesca Watson ☎ 082 808 1287  franchescawatson.com ■

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Secret Garden The mystery and intrigue of shady garden pathways are thoroughly alluring. Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what to consider and how to plant them

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botany Trees closely abuT a garden paThway and creaTe The subTlesT hinT of a Tunnel. iT is a magical effecT highlighTed by a carpeT of mondo grass.

naTural sTone pavers provide a comforTable, level surface To navigaTe The gradienT and are TexTural enough To mainTain a ‘foresTy’ look

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hey lead us along rambling routes, under tall trees and shrubbery, down designer avenues flanked with wide, frothy flower beds and along mown grassy pathways. Whichever it might be, pathways can be categorised as either practical or divertingly scenic and allow for sneaky access and great site lines through the garden. The first step to laying down a path in your garden is to consider why you are putting it there in the first place. The look and feel of the path should work in harmony with the rest of your garden too. If your garden is a reflection of your style, so too will your pathway. Materials and plants exude a mood – and that mood generally reflects your garden personality. analyse the pathways in a garden and you can learn much about the gardener. are they straight and grid-like or curvy and roving? Which surface materials have been used – paved and clearly delineated or loosely laid with gravel? Those using the garden – people and pets alike, will eventually work out the fastest route to the compost heap, herb garden and camomile lawn – even if it means

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There is liTTle we love more Than a shady paThway fringed wiTh a feaThery selecTion of ferns. our favouriTes are leaTherleaf fern (above), blechnum species, maidenhair fern and holly fern

planTs ThaT flower in dappled shade provide an insTanT glow To a leafy paThway. wild iris (Top lefT) erupTs in a profusion of summer blooms wheTher in sunlighT or semishade. The delicaTe blush and pepperminT-coloured blooms of helleborus (above)

ignoring your pretty, crafted pathway to traverse through a prized flowerbed. To fight this is futile. rather, carefully consider how to incorporate these natural routes or use impenetrable plantings such as a dense hedge or a more solid, built barrier to direct flow. however, it is the hidden pathways we find most exciting. The ones that are footloose and fancy-free, or the shaded ones that wind and curve, enticing one towards a secluded bench or interesting focal point: be it a special tree, sculpture, view or planter with tumbling flowers. These paths often function as handy, tucked-away access areas behind a wide bed that would otherwise be difficult to maintain, as well as private, dappled wonderlands with the primary aim of making one happy. When it comes to materials, no rule says that a garden path need be solidly covered. Quite the contrary, spaced pavers or soft surfacing such as bark, peach pips, gravel or laterite (compacted clay) is lighter on the land and keeps the ground permeable by allowing rainwater to be absorbed and return to the water table. n

Tall TexTural spires of AcAnthus mollis (above) and arching, cerise-hued fuchsia (below)

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Superb homeS and StyliSh gardenS

the stairs and balustrades of fashion designer lezanne viviersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s joburg home create a gridlike pattern and light, weightless quality over the rocky base and lush garden

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lotus House, as owner lezanne ViViers Has dubbed tHis late mid-century Joburg gem, Has its entrance at tHe top leVel, Via a wide motor court witH patterned brickwork paVing. lezanne Has created a striking cactus garden at tHe entrance, and Has cHosen brigHt primary colours for tHe planters and walls

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An authentic late modernist gem of a home in Joburg has been brought to life by local fashion designer Lezanne Viviers

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not often that you stumble across a pristine example of modernist architecture in Joburg. There are a handful of wellknown historical examples, but few unknown gems waiting to be discovered. So, imagine fashion designer Lezanne Viviers and her husband Walter Anderson’s surprise when they wound their way up a steep, narrow driveway and discovered this late-modernist beauty hugging the crest of the rocky ridge. From the entrance, the house appears to be all low, horizontal forms as it hugs the ground and its flat roof seems to etch a delicate line above the crest of the ridge. From the other side, however, facing the view, the house seems to cascade over the edge of the rocky promontory. Its floating roof overhangs and balconies cantilever dramatically over three levels as the garden drops steeply away and descends a series of paths and stone stairways to a swimming pool set among the giant rocks, almost like a natural pond. Lezanne says it reminded her of Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater. From the garden below, the house seems to grow organically from its rocky base, nestled among the big, friendlyleafed delicious monsters, bamboo and mature trees. Its facade is stitched together by stairways and a delicate lattice of low steel and timber balustrades, creating a geometric mesh-like pattern over its front that contrasts with the organic jungle of the garden.

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From the inside, beautiful floor-to-ceiling wooden windows and doors let the light spill in with panoramic views over Joburg’s sprawling manmade forest. ‘The light is incredible,’ affirms Lezanne. Deep overhangs shelter the interiors from the sun, so the light is never harsh, and lofty volumes keep the rooms cool and airy. Balconies running the length of the house fusing indoor and outdoor space in the classic modernist fashion. Lezanne and Walter were captivated. A bit of research turned up architectural drawings showing that the house dated back to 1960. It was designed by Kock & Orsmond Architects, but little additional information was available. The design, however, has all the trademarks of the kind of regional modernism that was gradually developing in Joburg in the Sixties, with influences from the likes of Frank Lloyd Wright and even hints of Japanese and Brazilian modernist architecture. The house embraces texture, natural materials and decorative detailing. It’s sensuous rather than minimalist, rich rather than pristine and all-round better suited to the blue skies, open spaces and sunshine of Joburg’s climate than the flat-roofed white boxes that first came to South Africa influenced by the Bauhaus and Le Corbusier. Another clear thing was that it was almost miraculously intact, with original details and fittings perfectly preserved, from the closets in the bedrooms to various servers and shelves in the dining and living space, panelling on what might be a study wall, and even a hidden hi-fi and bar fridge. It had just two owners, which explains how so much original detailing survived. ‘We became its third owners,’ says Lezanne, determined to continue the legacy. She and Walter have been very restrained in their refresh of the house,

oPPoSite Page, FroM LeFt LEZANNE VIVIERS ON THE BALCONY OUTSIDE OF THE DINING ROOM, tHe drinks trolley witH an antiQue Victorian epergne pink Vase and daVid reade glass ball

tHe floor of tHe sitting room is softened witH dyed sHeepskins, a modular sofa keeps tHe space open and tHe coffee table is Vintage kartell and tHe ceramics are from artisafire

‘I researched which colours were popular in mid-century homes during that time and chose the ones that I liked’ leZanne vivierS cLocKWiSe, FroM toP LeFt tHe kitcHen includes art by lady skollie and nico kriJno, long balconies along tHe House put Joburg’s manmade forest in full View, in tHe dining room artwork by irma

stern Hangs aboVe tHe drinks trolley, tHe sitting room witH a built-in unit tHat Houses a Vintage Hi-fi, ceramics on tHe dining table are a collection of found obJects: a murano Vase and ukrainian bowl

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making an effort to preserve it rather than altering it. For Lezanne, living here is about appreciating a 60-year-old treasure. ‘All I can do is try to respect it,’ she says. So, while the invisible work of maintaining the timber and pulling up old carpets occupied a lot of their energies, Lezanne did brighten up the interiors. ‘I researched which colours were popular in mid-century homes during that time and chose the ones that I liked,’ she says. She brought in many treasured items of furniture and art. It’s an eclectic selection – ‘things I’ve collected over a long time, over six or seven years,’ she muses – including many vintage mid-century pieces. There are also contemporary and experimental pieces – many designed by friends and collaborators – even ceramics she made herself. Work by local designer August de Wet, for example, who does the lighting for Lezanne’s shows, can be found dotted about, alongside artwork by the likes of Marlene Hettie Steyn, who she worked with on her S/S 2020 collection and Lady Skollie, who has modelled her designs. The level downstairs was designed almost like a selfcontained apartment, and Lezanne set up her design studio there, so she can live above the shop, as it were, with just the right balance of home and work. She collaborates with artists and performers, has clients for fittings and entertains the steady stream of people that comes with a bustling studio. Her dream of sharing her and Walter’s remarkable find has indeed been realised. Viviers Studio  viviersstudio.com ■

For Lezanne, living here is about appreciating a 60-year-old treasure. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;All I can do is try to respect itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; leZanne vivierS

aBoVe tHe main bedroom witH all of its original fittings intact, including built-in cupboards LeFt tHe artworks aboVe tHe kitcHen serVer are tHe detoXer and rain on me by marlene Hettie steyn and gabrielle kruger, on tHe serVer is green dog by georgina gratriX right tHe wicker peacock cHair, also in tHe main bedroom, adds flair in a corner alongside tHe window

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DESIGN NOTES WOOL RUG, POR, CORAL & HIVE

CERAMIC VASE IN BLACK, R3 500, ARTISAFIRE

HOODIA BY LADY SKOLLIE, 2018, CRAYON AND INK ON FABRIANO, POR, EVERARD READ GALLERY CERAMIC CYLINDER VASE IN CERISE, R29.99, MR PRICE HOME

STUDY FOR TOMATO PICKERS BY IRMA STERN, 1962, FELT-TIP PEN AND PASTEL ON PAPER, POR, STRAUSS ART

‘FLYNN’ CHAIR IN DUSTY ROSE, R7 599, SOFACOMPANY

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‘PEACOCK’ CHAIR, R9 258, EIGHT DEGREES SOUTH

‘ICELANDIC’ SHEEPSKIN RUG IN OFFWHITE, R2 995, WEYLANDTS

EE MEYER FOR BINNEHUIS SOLID IMBUIA 8-SEATER DINING TABLE, R10 500, VAMP FURNITURE

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In the historic Parisian district of Le Marais, design duo emil humbert and Christophe Poyet have transformed a former watchmakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s workshop into a seriously chic family home

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n the heart of Le Marais, the buzzing, vibrant neighbourhood of Paris full of antique dealers and vintage stores, emil humbert and christophe Poyet, the Franco-Monégasque design duo behind the studio humbert & Poyet, have undertaken the brilliant redesign of a 250-square-metre duplex for a young family of creatives. The building in question: a seventeenth-century townhouse that, 200 years later, had been

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converted into a watchmaking workshop before ultimately being abandoned. ‘We redesigned everything,’ say emil and christophe. ‘From floor to ceiling, we had to rethink all the elements. We wanted the interiors to have a certain patina, rich materiality and the sensation of flowing space. We wanted it to not only inspire, but to tell a story.’ For the layout of the rooms, they followed a classical scheme. The ground

floor houses the common areas: living and dining rooms, a kitchen and bathroom, which follow each other in an enfilade. The bedrooms and bathrooms are on the first floor. For emil and christophe to truly execute their vision, they opted to design most of the furniture pieces themselves, including the larger-than-life sapphire blue sofa, the metallic hanging light in the stairwell, and the bathroom and kitchen

clockwise, from top left a le corbusier ‘lc1’ chair and a jean prouvÉ console in the terrazzofloor hall; the humbert & poyet designed ‘grand theodore’ sofa and gino sarfatti sconces in the living room; artwork by aaron young in the master bedroom; designers christophe poyet and emil humbert previous page in the living room, the fireplace and marble-andbrass coffee tables were designed by humbert & poyet

shelves, mirrors and cabinets. They also reintroduced wall mouldings and custom wood-and-brass doors as well as finishes in noble materials throughout, such as arabescato marble. ‘We are especially inspired by the aesthetics of the Modernist Movement, art deco and Memphis group, which we then juxtaposed with classic furniture pieces,’ say emil and christophe. These elements are everpresent in the home, not only in terms

of design but also in the consideration of colour. The profusion of blues and yellows would no doubt have gained the approval of ettore sottsass. ‘our interiors are a statement in themselves,’ they say. ‘strong, and at the same time, refined.’ art was another key element. They worked with the owners’ previous collection and adapted design proposal, such as günther Förg’s work that fills the dining room.

For emil and christophe, the intention was to create a family home that would be elegant and timeless, but still be functional and cosy. ‘It is a relaxed and fun space, where art and design are part of the life study of its inhabitants,’ they say. ‘We were inspired both by our own sensibility, as well as the home’s rich history and its location.’ It appears the inspiration certainly paid off. Humbert & Poyet 8 humbertpoyet.com n

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in the kitchen, a humbert & poyet â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;asteriosâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ceiling lamp hangs above the arabescato marble island opposite page, top-down a brass shower and arabescato marble sinks in the bathroom; in the master bedroom hangs a brass pendant light from magic circus

‘We wanted the interiors to have a certain patina, rich materiality and the sensation of flowing space’ EmIL HumbErt aNd cHrIstopHE poyEt

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a pierre paulin ‘mushroom’ armchair, eero saarinen ‘tulip’ table and lÉon wuidar artwork in one of the children’s rooms

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DESIGN NOTES VITRA ‘CONE’ CHAIR, R15 670, CRÉMA DESIGN

UNTITLED BY GÜNTHER FÖRG, 2007, ACRYLIC AND OIL ON CANVAS, 200X240CM, POR, ALMINE RECH GALLERY

‘TRACTOR’ STOOL, POR, BASSAMFELLOWS

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DULUX PAINT IN 77BB 07/344, FROM R180, BUILDERS WAREHOUSE

‘It is a relaxed and fun space, where art and design are part of the life study of its inhabitants’ EmIL HumbErt aNd cHrIstopHE poyEt

MARMI ‘GRIGIO’ TERRAZZO TECH SLAB, FROM R799, WOMAG

VANESSA MITRANI ‘FAIRYTALE’ VASE, R12 740, ROCHE BOBOIS

LE CORBUSIER, PIERRE JEANNERET AND CHARLOTTE PERRIAND FOR CASSINA ‘LC4’ CHAISE LONGUE IN GRAPHITE, R96 450, TRUE DESIGN

TOM DIXON ‘PLANE’ WALL LAMP, R10 400, CASARREDO

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Sense of Calm

Texture and symmetry meet tones of bone and biscuit in this modern monastic Madrid apartment teXt rOcĂ?O LeY pHotogRapHs MOntSe GarrIGa

in the livinG room, A lACQuer-AndbrAss willy riZZo tAble, â&#x20AC;&#x2122;70s linen sofA by b&b ColleCtion And A Pierre JeAnneret dAybed from ChAndiGArh

‘When it came to the furniture, I focused my attention on the proportions of pieces, as it is from here that true beauty emerges in a space’ Iker OchOtOrena

A ‘Goutte d’eAu’ Aluminium tAble by Ado ChAle And ArmChAirs from flemminG lAssen in the livinG room And, behind, A fontAnAArte GlAss desk

opposite page the hAll feAtures A mArble tAble by AnGelo mAnGiArotti with two eiGhteenthCentury AfriCAn iron Anklets

here is a feeling of pared-back protection, even an atmosphere of healing, that has come to define the work of Spanish architect Iker Ochotorena, founder and director of the firm OOAA Architecture, who headed up the renovation and recalibration of this 580-square-metre duplex in the heart of Madrid’s Almagro district. The ’40s building, comprising of four bedrooms and six bathrooms, is a classic example of the capital’s vernacular style both inside and out – and Iker had a plan to both restore its former glory while also giving it a decisive overhaul that would place its design firmly in the present. ‘Originally used as an office space, my first move was the complete removal of all interior corridors. This resulted in wide,

flowing spaces filled with light from the large windows and balconies,’ he says of his process. In fact, there was very little of the original interior that survived Iker’s decisive reduction of the superfluous and overly precious. ‘I wasn’t trying to cover up the architecture but rather make it as pleasant and comfortable as possible,’ he says. ‘I am constantly looking for calm and silence in an interior, a sense of timelessness borne out of strictly symmetrical proportions.’ Iker’s choice of noble materials echoes natural serenity: timber, stone, linen and sheepskin enliven the interiors with a sense of tactility. The monastic makeover is completed with white oak floorboards and walls painted in a bone-white lime mixture that impart an artisanal quality. May/JUNE 2020 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

VIBIA ‘MAYFAIR’ PENDANT IN GOLD, R18 340, streAmliGht

‘LELAPA TOTEM 2’, R5 000, eGG desiGns

‘NARAVA 1’ COFFEE TABLE, R7 990, shf

‘When it came to the furniture, I decided to focus my attention on the proportions of the pieces, as it is from here that true beauty emerges in a space,’ he says. As a result, he opted for pieces by the masters of modernist architecture, who were designing for spaces with low ceilings. Here those pieces are re-textualised in a wide-open space. 78

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Asked about art, he concludes simply and in line with his vision, ‘the only painting in the house is a large canvas that I commissioned and I actually do not consider it a serious piece of artwork. Its purpose is to counterbalance an area of the room where a feeling of tranquillity was needed.’ OOAA Architecture  ooaa.es ■

in the dininG room, A Custom miCro-Cement tAble, Pierre JeAnneret ‘Committee’ ChAirs And PAAvo tynell brAss CeilinG lAmPs

opposite page nineteenthCentury Chinese lACQuered bedside tAbles with belGiAn lAmPs in the mAster bedroom

‘I am constantly looking for calm and silence in an interior, a sense of timelessness borne out of strictly symmetrical proportions’ Iker OchOtOrena

CAKEHOLE 2 BY USHA SEEJARIM, 2020, PEGS AND WIRE, R800 000, smAC GAllery &TRADITION ‘LITTLE PETRA’ LOUNGE CHAIR, R112 000, CrÉmA desiGn

‘BLIZZARD’ CUSHION IN ZINC TEXTILE ‘SERRA’ FABRIC, POR, romo

LUDWIG MIES VAN DER ROHE FOR KNOLL ‘BARCELONA’ DAYBED, R259 000, il lusso

TWO-TONE CERAMIC POT, R1 119, ZArA home

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Into the Wild on the top of a hill in Californiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s napa Valley, landscape architect andrea Cochran has added the latest layer to a naturalistic garden using grasses and other plants, which blend into the scenery and thrive in the challenging climate text tim richardson photographs richard bloom

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The garden flows down boTh sides of a sTeep ridge, merging wiTh iTs surroundings. grasses such as elegia TecTorum flank The paTh To The guesT house. exisTing maTure naTive oaks were lefT in siTu To add characTer

t is easy to get lost in the wooded hills above the old town of st helena in california’s napa Valley. But there are worse places to lose your bearings – the meandering roads on these steep slopes climb through thick forests of native coastal and evergreen oaks, revealing countless secret valleys with boulders and sprouting native grasses. a rather special house can be discovered at the end of one such road, where the landscape architect andrea cochran has enhanced an existing garden with a series of subtle tweaks to the landscape. This approach is becoming popular with designers, with the emphasis on using native or adaptive plants for a sense of continuity with wider nature. The word ‘adaptive’ is used for non-natives that can cope with the dry summers and wet winters. as andrea herself puts it, ‘our work draws boundaries with a controlled palette of materials, creating permeable edges that blur the line between the natural and built environment. This exercise in restraint heightens a sense of the elements – texture, light and movement.’ That can be said about this project, where the design subtly draws attention to aspects of the landscape without it feeling like an ornamental addition. The property consists of two singlestorey buildings – the main residence and a guest house – on a plateau on top of a ridge in an undulating landscape that falls away steeply on two sides. a rectangular swimming pool at a lower level is hidden from view. The buildings, by architect Michael Maltzan, are rustic: rough fieldstone walls and metallic-grey angled roofs conspire to create the impression of agricultural buildings. This aesthetic brings to mind Frank Lloyd Wright’s words: ‘What is the reason you want to build there? Find out! Then build your house so you may still look from where you stand upon all that charmed you, and lose nothing of what you saw before the house was built but see more.’

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andrea’s main intervention was the creation of a straight walkway of stone slabs from the parking area to the house. The route is waymarked by a single line of shiny stainless-steel poles and flanking plantings of Elegia tectorum, a reed-like south african grass. a number of pre-existing mature evergreen oaks have been retained, which add great character. The path opens out to generous terraces around both buildings, the edges of which seem to merge seamlessly with the hillside grasses. a metal figure by antony gormley stands sentry by the guest house door, one of several sculptures – including pieces by anish Kapoor and Jim hodges – around the property. The californian designer and grass specialist John greenlee had earlier created meadow plantings featuring tough grasses, such as Festuca mairei and Pennisetum spathiolatum, and shrubs, including the california fuchsia, Epilobium canum, with scarlet trumpet flowers. Working with the owners, who have a strong interest in horticulture, andrea augmented these with the more ornamental Muhlenbergia lindheimeri and ceanothus, with Carex pansa and sedums between the stone pavers on the terraces. The steep slope below the property had been planted with plum, apple, citrus and pomegranate trees. after replenishing the soil around them, andrea’s team replanted with Lomandra ‘Breeze’, salvias, Olea europaea ‘Little ollie’, ceanothus and rosemary bushes. a grove of magnolias further down produces white blossom in spring and groups of camellias thrive under the oaks. Based in san Francisco, andrea is one of the most acclaimed garden designers in the us, and is known for designs that find a balance between cool, artful composition and the soul of the existing landscape. This plot in the napa Valley is a prime example. Andrea Cochran Landscape Architecture 8 acochran.com n

acacia baileyana ‘purpurea’ underplanTed wiTh Lomandra ‘breeze’ edged wiTh fesTuca mairei creaTe conTrasTs of form and colour

a sTone sculpTure by scoTT burTon makes a simple yeT eleganT sTaTemenT beside The pool

The modernist garden Plants, hardscaping and accessories should be carefully considered, so all elements have room to shine in this pared-back, designcentric look.

a row of elegia TecTorum divides The enTrance paTh from The generous Terrace of The main residence

Lomandra ‘breeze’ edges The paTh below The properTy

Clear design, a gentle colour palette and repetition of plants create continuity and a strong, structural backbone to the modernist garden. Plants will often appear massed in lines, swaths or drifts and limited to one or two species – or as a stand-alone feature, such as a sculptural tree, single pot or art piece, which is allowed ample space and viewing from all sides. Whilst modernist gardens rely less on colour and more on texture and form, they do need plants that are visually interesting and foliagefocused. Think dramatic, spikey foliage plants such as the Madagascar dragon tree (Dracaena draco), century plant (Agave americana) or the Eastern Cape cycad (Encephalartos altensteinii). Ornamental grasses such as Carex and Miscanthus soften hard surfaces and add rhythm, movement – and often soothing sound of grasses blowing in the breeze. The geometry of the garden is characterised by bold shapes and clean lines and this aesthetic is consistent from the choice of hard surfacing through to decor and planting. Features that display the elements are important, such as fire pits, pools and water features, which add layers of sensory experience with light, sound and movement integral to a modernist-style garden.

designing with grasses Grasses are the understated jewels of the garden. Sophisticated, versatile and with many local, drought-tolerant varieties, they can be used in the garden in numerous ways. Towering forms with striking foliage like our indigenous restios provide swaying movement and rhythm when planted en masse and break up hard edges such as a fringing either side of a long, sunny, garden path. Low-growing sedges such as those in the Carex family of grasses have fine, strappy leaves that curl gracefully downwards in a gentle cascade, softening any landscape. When planted in a matrix arrangement – think camo pattern with each shade representing a different variety of Carex grass, they can create a spectacular carpet of pattern and texture. Our top-rated local varieties are the knee-high, ‘red-top grass’ (Melinis nerviglumis) for its beautiful shining, pink, tufted inflorescences and ‘weeping anthericum’ (Chlorophytum saundersiae) for the meadow effect it brings to semi-shaded garden areas and for its star-like, white flowers. May/june 2020 houseandgarden.co.za

The link beTween The guesT house and The main residence is sofTened by low planTings of Carex pansa

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A Safe Space With the exclusive Villa Maison Noir under their belt, Jim Brett and Ed Grayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new sanctuary is just as calming and chic text julia freemantle photography greg cox

chandeliers and rugs with plant prints take centre stage in the living and dining rooms. the openplan design is amplified by high ceilings

opposite page dense trees surround villa verte, creating the feeling of a private, enclosed space, as does the houseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s circular structure

hen Jim Brett and Ed Gray decided to launch a sister property to their exclusive-use Villa Maison Noir in Hout Bay, Cape Town, it was with the intention of creating yet another sanctuary-like space that was inspired and informed by the natural beauty of the bordering Oudekraal Nature Reserve and surrounding areas. To bring this vision to fruition, the couple earmarked a plot of land right next door to Villa Maison Noir and dreamed of replacing the drab ’70s-style building housed on the site with something much more memorable. Their wealth of interior experience, passion and expertise stood them in good stead to dream up a property that would do justice to the astounding setting. Between them, Jim (previously of Anthropologie and West Elm) and Ed (who founded luxury furnishing store Bruges Home) have a passion for design and art. This new project provided the perfect blank canvas on which to continue the creative journey they started with Villa Maison Noir. Like Villa Maison Noir, Villa Verte – socalled for its densely treed setting – was to be a showcase for exciting furniture design, artwork and craft. But first, the structure had to be conceived, and to achieve this, the duo enlisted talented local architect Thomas Leach. Echoing the same “village” structure of Villa Maison Noir, with its five peaked roofs that symbolise the five elements, Villa Verte seamlessly combines private and open spaces. This thread continues strongly throughout the structure, with private rooms cantilevered into the trees making the space feel like a beautifully appointed treehouse, exposing its occupants to the panoramic views of the mountains surrounding them. The expansive interior living spaces allow guests room to breathe. Further nods to nature include the circular shape of the villa itself. ‘Curves and circles are used throughout the property, as nothing in nature is square or rectangular, even at its most cellular form,’ says Thomas. 88

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‘The circular elements represent equality, inclusivity, unity, sustainability and, of course, the circle of life.’ This approach extends from the exterior architecture to the interior design. ‘The use of curves rather than corners throughout subliminally softens the entire space, which puts people at ease in a way that other places cannot,’ says Ed. From these organic forms right through to the colour palette, wallpaper and fabric textures, the experience is designed to comfort and inspire. Each of the four suites has a unique interior treatment, outlook and layout. Custom wallpaper by Cara Saven creates cocoons of flowers or foliage out of each space. Freestanding bathtubs and showers with a view ensure that even the bathrooms offer a striking experience of the surroundings. The balconies leading out from each of the rooms allow guests to quite literally sit among the trees. In the generously proportioned living spaces and outdoor areas, the feeling is one of space and light. While undeniably comfortable, the open-plan living areas are primarily a visual feast. Surface treatments such as timber roof panelling, metallic cladding on the kitchen island and terrazzo floors all engage the senses, while the furniture and objets d’art have been chosen to further stimulate with bold colour, interesting form and engaging textures. The entire interior serves to highlight and celebrate the beauty and dynamism of nature – and more specifically, Cape Town itself. Trevyn McGown of the Guild Group, who collaborated with the owners on conceptualising the interiors, says that she concentrated on the villa’s context. ‘From motifs in the custom-designed pieces to the colour palette and textiles, everything mirrors the plantings and rocky outcrops surrounding the villa. It is a homage to nature. The space is also conceived as a deeply peaceful and serene spot, where you can truly escape,’ she says. The Guild Group worked on a collection of custom furniture for

the artwork and wood panelling is interior designer trevyn mcgownâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homage to nature, combined with contemporary furniture

the villa together with Jim and Ed and these striking pieces set the new hospitality offering apart as a design and luxury destination – a space that represents creativity and culture. A combination of African, botanical and mid-century influences informed the designs of these contemporary furniture pieces. 90

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‘The shapes and detailing needed to reflect Africa but also have echoes of where Jim and Ed come from – their apartment in New York City has a mid-century sensibility, so traces of this also come through. The furniture is bold, dynamic and “future-forward”. We wanted to create a scheme that reflected this,’ she says of the collaboration.

‘As designing interiors, it’s always very important to us that they reflect the various aspects of a client’s personality. We combine these elements to create a layered experience,’ she continues. Contemporary artwork serves to elevate the experience still further. ‘Our main criteria were that the artists be South African. We also chose pieces that we

loved and that would complement the furnishings and, hopefully, pique the interest of our guests,’ explains Jim. Jim and Ed are also avid art collectors, so it was important that the work be local and include both established and upand-coming artists. ‘The artwork needed to be vibrant and engaging, to create an atmosphere of joy and calm,’ adds Trevyn.

And indeed, the intention underpinning Villa Verte speaks loudly in the stakeholders’ execution. ‘Your home is your story,’ says Jim. Yes, it’s told through the architecture and the interior design, but, most importantly, it’s about your soul shining through.’ Villa Verte & Maison Noir 8 maisonnoir.co.za n

from left the circular form of the house softens the space and adds to the tranquility and serenity for villa verte’s guests, the custom wallpaper

is designed by cara saven. outdoor elements such as the metallic kitchen island’s sunny lighting and terrazzo floors further bring nature indoors

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The use of curves rather than corners throughout subliminally softens the entire space, which puts people at easeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; ed gray

views from the private bedrooms expose the guests to panoramic views of the surrounding mountains

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midseason Feasting Inspired by the rich ï¬&#x201A;avours of the Mediterranean, these dishes will make the transition into winter a pleasant experience

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PUMPKIN SOUP WITH ORZO

pumpkin soup with orzo

6 Servings

This is a minestra di zucca from Mantua, where pumpkins are exceptionally sweet. You can add a little sugar if your pumpkin does not have enough flavour, or use butternut squash. If making the soup in advance, add the cooked orzo pasta only when reheating before serving. The crushed amaretti (macaroons) add another flavour of Mantua. Choose crunchy, not chewy ones, which guests can crush in their hand. For the soup: 900g pumpkin or butternut squash, peeled, deseeded and diced 2 chicken or vegetable stock cubes or stock pots 120g orzo 700ml full-cream milk A little caster sugar (optional) to serve: Ground cinnamon About 9 crunchy amaretti, whole or crumbled 1. Put the pumpkin or

butternut squash in a saucepan with the stock cubes or stock pots and 700ml water. Bring to the boil then simmer, covered, over low heat for 96

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20 minutes, until soft. 2. At the same time, cook the orzo in a saucepan of boiling salted water for about 10 minutes until it is al dente. Drain immediately and set aside. 3. Blend the pumpkin or squash to a cream with a stick blender, then add the milk. Bring to a simmer (do not let it boil over) and season with sea salt, black pepper and, if you like, a little sugar. 4. Add the cooked orzo to the soup and serve hot. Pass around a tiny bowl of cinnamon and a plate of crumbled or whole amaretti for your guests to scatter or crush over their soup.

citrus salad

CITRUS SALAD 6 Servings

This is a most refreshing salad to serve after a chicken dinner and perhaps with cheese. having a mix of pink and yellow grapefruit is lovely and gives it a joyful appearance. 1 large sweet orange 1 large or 2 small grapefruit 150-200g mixed small salad leaves Juice of half lemon 4t extra-virgin olive oil Good handful of fresh mixed herbs, such as chives, dill and Italian parsley 1. Peel the citrus fruit using

a serrated knife â&#x20AC;&#x201C; slice off the tops, then cut down the sides, making sure you remove the pith with the peel. Then cut them into slices and cut the slices into quarters and arrange them on a wide platter. spread the salad leaves on top. 2. Mix the lemon juice and olive oil, season with sea salt and black pepper, and pour all over the salad. snip the herbs over the top using scissors. May/june 2020 houseAnDgArDen.Co.zA

For the cAke: 125g cooked chestnuts 125ml full cream milk 125g dark chocolate, broken into pieces, plus 5tbsp freshly grated, to garnish 125g unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing 65g caster sugar 2t whisky 2 large eggs

roasted root vegetables

For the toppInG: 200ml double cream 1-2t icing sugar 1/8t vanilla extract 1. heat the oven to 180°C.

ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES 6 Servings

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1. heat the oven to 180°C.

Peel the celeriac, sweet potatoes and carrots, and cut them into 3cm chunks. Place these with the onions in a large roasting pan lined with foil. 2. sprinkle on sea salt and freshly ground black pepper and the herbs and pour over the olive oil, turning the vegetables to ensure that they are well-covered.

3. roast in the oven for about

1 hour, turning the vegetables over once, until they are tender and lightly browned.

CHESTNUT AND CHOCOLATE CAKE 6 Servings

This Catalan-inspired cake is moist, rich and truffle-like.

Place the chestnuts and milk in a saucepan. Cover and bring to a boil over low heat, then cook for a few minutes until soft. remove from the heat and mash the chestnuts with a potato masher to a rough purée. 2. Place the broken pieces of dark chocolate in a heatproof bowl. Place the bowl over a small pot or pan with barely simmering water – there should be only a little water so that the bowl does not touch the surface of the water. Add the butter and stir occasionally as it melts with the chocolate. 3. Add the sugar, melted chocolate and butter, whisky and eggs to the chestnut purée in the saucepan. Mix thoroughly. 4. grease and line a 20cm non-stick springform cake tin with baking paper and pour in the mixture. Bake for 30-35 minutes until slightly firm. Turn the cake out when it cools – it can be upside down. 5. To make the topping, whip the cream with the icing sugar and vanilla extract until soft peaks form. 6. To serve, cover the cake with the cream topping and sprinkle with the grated chocolate.

CHICKEN WITH SWEET WINE AND GRAPES 6 Servings

I discovered this Tuscan dish in Florence in a trattoriafiaschetteria called Il Latini, where it was served on a slice of grilled polenta. one large chicken thigh per person is usually enough, but one or two people may want a second piece, so I use eight. 6t olive oil 4 sprigs rosemary, leaves only, chopped 8 chicken thighs, skin on, bone in 6 garlic cloves, peeled 30g butter (optional) 150ml sweet Muscat wine 750g seedless mixed white and red grapes, rinsed

5. At the same time, heat the

remaining oil in a wide frying pan and add the grapes. Cook over a medium heat for about 20 minutes, shaking the pan

and turning the grapes over until they have collapsed and their juice is reduced. Pour them over the chicken pieces and heat through together. n

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1. heat 3t of the oil in a sauté

pan or casserole dish wide enough to hold the chicken pieces in a single layer. Add the chopped rosemary and then the chicken thighs, skin side down. 2. sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, and cook over medium heat until lightly browned. Then turn over the pieces and season again, then cook until the other side is lightly browned. 3. Add the whole garlic cloves. When they have only just begun to colour on one side, add the butter, if using – it gives a lovely creaminess to the sauce – and pour in the Muscat wine. 4. Put a lid on it and simmer over low heat for about 25 minutes, until the chicken thighs are tender, moist and juicy, turning them over at least once and removing the lid towards the end to reduce the sauce. Taste for seasoning – you need enough salt and pepper to balance the sweetness of the wine. May/june 2020 houseAnDgArDen.Co.zA

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ike most good stories, the one of Johannesdal 1207 started with a group of friends and a simple dream. Theirs was to create an exclusive venue with spectacular views to share with those closest to them. and it was not that hard a dream to bring to life considering the location of the farm. set in the breathtaking mountain range of the Banhoek Valley, the last century has seen this area occupied by wild elephants, the huguenot settlers and humble fruit farmers. The rich and diverse history of this stretch of the winelands was ultimately what inspired architect Johann slee to turn the simple farm into a premier destination for holiday-goers. The farm had existing structures, including terraced orchards, ponds, cottages and an old farmhouse, which served as the centre of the renovation project. ‘The farmhouse had poorly executed extensions,’ says Johann. a ‘ nd so it needed a complete rebuild. From there, the other existing structures could be renovated to fit in with our vision.’ Wanting to ‘retain the ghost’ of the original house, Johann designed what he calls a ‘contemporary garden shed’, set among the orchards and gardens. While the result is striking, each element was carefully considered and kept purposefully simple and pared back. ‘The architectural palette is simple and honest,’ he says. ‘The klompie brick floors, timber-clad ceilings and internal walls speak to that.’ Johann adds that while there is an air of simplicity that resides on the farm, there also exists an undeniable sense 102

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righT The mounTains surrounding The banhoek valley offer views from every corner of The farm. The enTrance To ‘die voorTuin’ leads direcTly inTo The Johannesdal hall, a large venue wiTh floor-Toceiling windows ThaT can be used for evenTs

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opposiTE pagE The ‘kardomom’ room is a secluded bedroom, ideal for a quieT and inTimaTe sTay on The

farm. The room also has a balcony wiTh uninTerrupTed views of The surrounding mounTains

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lEfT ‘onder-die-eik Terras’ is an open, paved space ThaT leads To a waTer garden nearby. iT is anoTher ideal place for funcTions and gaTherings bElow The ‘silwerboom’ suiTe is a privaTe room wiTh a large and spacious baThroom ThaT opens up direcTly onTo a verandah

of modernity and luxury. The farm has five suites for guests to stay in. These rooms, while boasting modern comforts (television, Wi-Fi and a minibar), have for the most part been kept simple, quiet and unpretentious, perfect for those escaping the bustle of city life. each room has a private verandah where guests can take in the views in complete quiet and isolation. The renovation also saw the completion of a function hall (with enormous floor-toceiling windows, with space to seat around 200 people), the Blue room (which doubles as a conference space or a cocktail venue), as well communal breakfast areas named ‘die Veranda’ and ‘die stoepkamer’, which are both also available to guests who are staying overnight. But, of course, the main attraction on the farm is the outdoors, which Johann made sure guests could enjoy to the fullest. The terraces, water garden and lawns complete the experience of this hidden gem, making it the ideal place for an unforgettable and picture-perfect getaway. Johannesdal 1207 8 johannesdal1207.co.za; Slee & Co Architects 8 slee.co.za n

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When graphic design meets household objects Intuitive colour combinations and playful shapes inform Clara von Zweigbergk’s ‘Kaleido’ trays for Hay. Influenced by her background as a graphic designer, these pieces are as bold and beautiful as they are functional. 8 cremadesign.co.za 112

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A Game of Colour