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Faux flowers are a polarising topic at the best of times, mired by a bad reputation for being cheap, tacky and, well, fake. But as artificial designs get ever closer to the real thing, three decorators share their dos and don’ts, preferred suppliers and creative approaches KNOW-HOW Planting for a vibrant outdoor space is an exercise in planning and preparation, says landscape designer Franchesca Watson. From colour blocking with flowers to creating nuance with layers of greenery, follow her expert advice to help you achieve your very own garden with pick-up-with power

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Inspired by the ’70s, designer Ben Leavitt of design ﬁrm PlaidFox Studio composes an achingly cool and charismatic scheme in Vancouver for a musician couple

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In Cape Town’s leafy Southern Suburbs, architect Karen Newman teams up with interior designers Cécile & Boyd and landscape designer Franchesca Watson on an unconventional family home that maximises its enviable site while capturing the surrounding views

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Following a back-to-basics ethos, the garden of Melissa van Hoogstraten (of Melissa’s restaurants fame) is as dynamic and design sensitive as she is

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Interiors trailblazer Sophie Ashby injects her breweryturned-family home in London’s East End with vivid brights: ﬁery orange, banana yellow, sophisticated shades of fuchsia, sea green and gold

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inding meaning in colour – especially in an emotional, soothsaying way – is nothing new. From tenuously occult (colourmancy) to kitsch and faddish (mood rings), colour as a mode of self-expression has been around since the ancient Egyptians decorated their mud huts with animal skins and painted urns. More recently, and more personally, I can relate to that. From a communistred dorm room as a student to sage in my late twenties (way before it had its big ‘now’ moment, I might add, which you can read about on page 18) to my current, Nancy Meyersapproved home with swirls of cream and tan (perhaps an outward manifestation of the need for calm and quiet). And that is half the fun, isn’t it, trying to decode our colour journeys? But more than just a litmus test for our current moods, colour – and art – are brilliant ways to set the tone for our spaces, to inﬂuence and direct not just our psyches but those of every visitor. In this issue, we look to the designers who have mastered this skill with panache. From the decorative and detailed (Anna Spiro in Australia and

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Indigenus’s new planters feature the brand’s distinct grounded aesthetic and understanding of the impact largescale sculptural planters have on an interior, architectural site or landscape. The range, made from glass-reinforced concrete, was inspired by a trip Sebastian took to South Africa and his interpretation of the different landscapes, colours and textures he saw here. We chatted to Sebastian and Indigenus founder and CEO Peter van der Post about their collaboration.

What was your design inspiration for these planters? Sebastian Herkner: I spent my honeymoon in Cape Town and the Kruger National Park and was captivated by the country, its people and culture. With Aarde, I wanted to exhibit my impressions of South Africa’s multiple geographic facets, textures and the layers of its landscape. How does the range tie in with what is currently happening in design? People are searching for the story behind the product – where the brand is produced, which materials it uses and whether its practices are sustainable. They are looking for a life companion when they buy design, not a trend. This, for me, is sustainability. How do you envisage the planters working in a space? I see Aarde existing both inside and outside. There are big planters in this range that are obvious outdoor features, and there are others that in scale are perfect for indoors, but I no longer see a boundary between terrace and house. Spaces are ﬂuid. Outdoors is the new indoors, and now we can have the same values, typologies and qualities in both settings.

INSIDER Why those colours? I shared my desire to showcase South Africa’s beautiful colours with Peter. We chose warm reds and dark browns and paler tones, wonderful earthy mineral colours in dialogue with the sun. Did you have a particular market in mind? These planters work equally in small European interiors and enormous architectural settings. I find it more challenging to design for a specific market than for a global one, because when it comes down to it, we all want the same thing: great design built to last. Indigenus planters typically have an organic shape and form. How do you see Sebastian’s designs – modernist or architectural – fitting in with the brand’s DNA? Peter van der Post: We base our design ethos on beautiful, grounded designs that connect with the earth. While this planter is square and angular, I think it complements our designs, as it is not overly masculine but complex, layered, and takes us in a new direction, which is good because we want to evolve. It is original yet restrained. Aside from working with a prestigious designer, how else is Indigenus unique? Our primary objective is beauty, mostly with scale. That is why we collaborate with the best local and international designers, as exceptional beauty, especially simplicity, requires genius to achieve, so all other elements must be of the highest level to match it. It is all in the details, the production values, the hand finishing of each planter. Quality is intrinsic in creating a premium product with a unique serial number that will last a lifetime. Indigenus indigenus.co.za Q

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These colourful recipes will take your plate from drab to fab, deliver maximum ﬂavour in as little time as possible – and you will remember them not for the time you spent cooking but eating with the people you love TEXT AMIEL STANEK PHOTOGRAPHS EMMA FISHMAN

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SHEET-PAN GNOCCHI 4 SERVINGS

Though the package of shelf-stable gnocchi might tell you to boil them, the secret – which I learned from my friend and recipe developer Ali Slagle – is that these types of gnocchi are at their best when roasted or pan-fried. Direct heat from the oven (or pan), along with a glug of olive oil, helps them crisp on the outside while remaining tender within. Roasting them with cherry tomatoes, which burst to create a jammy sauce, means you have got dinner in 25 minutes – just add a heap of greens and lots of sharp cheese, and you are good to go. – Sarah Jampel, senior editor, cooking, at Bon Appetit 1/2 large red onion, cut into 1.5cm-thick wedges 2 large garlic cloves, unpeeled 2 pints cherry tomatoes 1 215g package shelf-stable or refrigerated potato gnocchi 4T extra-virgin olive oil, divided, plus more for drizzling 1t kosher salt, divided, plus more Freshly ground black pepper 1T fresh lemon juice 2 cups baby rocket 1 cup basil leaves, large leaves torn 55g Parmesan, shaved

1. Place a rack in middle of oven; preheat to 220°C. Toss onion, garlic, tomatoes, gnocchi, 3T oil, and 1 3/4t kosher salt on a rimmed baking sheet to coat; season generously with pepper and toss again to combine. 2. Roast, stirring once or twice until gnocchi is golden and starting to crisp, most of the tomatoes have burst, and onion is golden, 20-25 minutes. 24

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3. Remove garlic from baking sheet, peel, and place in a small bowl. Mash with 1/4t salt (garlic should be quite soft). Whisk in lemon juice and remaining 1T oil; season dressing with pepper and more salt if needed. 4. Add rocket, basil and Parmesan to baking sheet and drizzle dressing over; toss to combine. Divide among plates and drizzle with a little more oil.

VIETNAMESE TOMATO SALAD 4-6 SERVINGS

Our roving Vietnamese pop-up restaurant in New York always serves a version of this bright, wonderfully herbaceous salad. During the summer months, tomatoes are the ideal match for this acidic, sweet, and slightly funky dressing, which is inspired by Anthony’s mom’s nuoc cham. She blew our minds when she revealed her recipe is as simple as equal parts lime juice, sugar and ﬁsh sauce. It hits all the notes and can make just about anything taste better. – chefs Anthony Ha and Sadie Mae Burns 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup fish sauce 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1 small fennel bulb, thinly sliced 1 cucumber, halved lengthwise, sliced into half-moons 1 green bell pepper, seeds and piths removed, sliced 1 small shallot, thinly sliced 680g mixed heirloom tomatoes, halved if small, cut into wedges if large 2 cups coarsely chopped mixed tender herbs (such as dill or coriander) Freshly ground black pepper 1/3 cup crushed salted dry roasted peanuts

1. Place sugar, ﬁsh sauce, lime juice, and 1T water in a jar. Cover and shake dressing vigorously until combined and sugar has dissolved. 2. Combine fennel, cucumber, sweet pepper, raw shallot, tomatoes and herbs in a large bowl; season generously with black pepper. Drizzle 1/2 cup dressing over and toss salad to combine. Taste and add more dressing if desired. 3. Transfer salad to a platter and top with peanuts. BOSS SAUCE

The dressing for this salad is essentially Vietnamese nuoc cham that has not been cut with as much water, and it is worth doubling for later. A few ways to deploy it: 1. Pour over grilled chicken and top with plenty of fresh herbs. 2. Toss with poached shrimp and other chilled shellﬁsh for a punchy salad. 3. Dilute by half with water and use as a dipping sauce for summer rolls or lettuce wraps.

GRILLED SWORDFISH WITH TOMATOES 4 SERVINGS

If you are new to grilling fish, swordfish steaks are an easy place to start – sturdy and meaty, they take to the grill like a champ. I like to finish mine with a relish-y tomato topping flavoured with saffron, almost-crispy garlic, and buttery olives for a superfast and summery dinner that begs to be eaten outdoors. Multicoloured cherry tomatoes from the farmers market make for the best presentation but are not required; a cold bottle of wine at the ready, however, is non-negotiable. – Kendra Vaculin, staff writer at epicurious.com

2T vegetable oil, plus more for grill 2 2.5cm-thick swordfish steaks (about 340g each) Kosher salt 3T extra-virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced 1/2t saffron threads 340g cherry tomatoes, halved, quartered if large 1 small bunch chives, cut into 1.5cm pieces (about 1/4 cup) 1/2 cup coarsely chopped parsley 1/2 cup pitted green olives, stones removed 1T sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar Freshly ground black pepper

1. Prepare a grill for mediumhigh heat; oil grate with vegetable oil. Season fish on both sides with salt. Pour 2T vegetable oil into a shallow bowl or a baking dish; add fish and turn to coat. 2. Heat olive oil in a small saucepan over medium-low. Add garlic and saffron, crushing threads between your fingers, and cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is just starting to turn golden at the edges, about 2 minutes. Scrape into a medium heatproof bowl; set aside. 3. Grill fish until firm when gently pressed and opaque throughout, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter. 4. Add tomatoes, chives, parsley, olives and vinegar to bowl with reserved garlic mixture and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Spoon over fish. TEMP JOB

The key to grilled swordﬁsh steaks that taste like a summer dream? Not overcooking them. You are aiming for an internal temperature that is just shy of 158°C, which will yield meat that is just-opaque and juicy. And if your ﬁsh is sticking to the grate once

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COCONUT TOFU STIR-FRY

your timer dings, do not panic: as long as your steaks are properly oiled, they will release when they are ready.

COCONUT TOFU STIR-FRY 2-4 SERVINGS

I never liked to cook green beans until Chitra Agrawal, the owner of Brooklyn Delhi, introduced me to green beans palya, a South Indian preparation where the vegetables are cut into bitesize pieces. The green beans cook fast – we are talking 3 minutes – and achieve 26

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my ideal tender-yet-crisp happy place. Here, the beans are seasoned with a spicy Southeast Asian-inspired sauce that counters the slightly sweet coconutty tofu. The ﬁsh sauce is optional but highly recommended. – Sarah 400g block extra-firm tofu, drained Kosher salt 1T plus 1 1/2t sambal oelek 1Tplus 1 1/2t soy sauce or tamari 2t light or dark brown sugar 1t fish sauce (optional) 1 lime, halved 3T vegetable oil, divided

1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut 225g green beans, trimmed, cut into 0.5cm pieces 2 garlic cloves, chopped 1 2.5cm piece ginger, peeled, coarsely chopped 1 cup (loosely packed) very coarsely chopped basil leaves Short-grain or jasmine rice (for serving)

1. Slice tofu 1.5cm thick. Arrange in a single layer on a kitchen towel set on a rimmed baking sheet or dry cutting board. Season lightly with salt. Wrap towel over

tofu, as if tucking it in, and press to expel some moisture. Set aside. 2. Mix sambal oelek, soy sauce, brown sugar, ﬁsh sauce (if using), and 1T water in a small bowl to combine; squeeze in juice from one lime half and stir again. Cut remaining lime half into wedges; set aside for serving. 3. Heat 2T oil in a large nonstick skillet over mediumhigh. Unwrap reserved tofu and arrange in pan in a single layer. Cook, undisturbed, until golden brown underneath, about 4 minutes. Turn over and cook until other sides are golden brown, about 4 minutes. Sprinkle coconut over tofu and cook, turning often to prevent burning, until tofu is coated and coconut is toasted, 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a rimmed baking sheet; season lightly with salt. 4. Heat remaining 1T oil over medium-high. Add green beans and toss to coat; season lightly with salt. Cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Reduce heat to medium, add 1T water and cover pan. Cook until beans are crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Uncover pan and add garlic and ginger. Cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Return tofu to pan and add sambal mixture. Cook, tossing gently, until sauce has nearly evaporated, about 30 seconds. Taste and season with more salt if needed. Remove from heat and gently toss in basil. 5. Divide rice among bowls; top with tofu mixture. Serve with reserved lime wedges. Q

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DESIGN SOLUTIONS STUDIO BHD CLEVERLY DESIGNED THIS SLEEK, HIGHFUNCTION KITCHEN IN A CAPE TOWN APARTMENT TO HIDE ALL APPLIANCES AND WORK SURFACES. BHD.DESIGN

‘Consider your routine when designing a kitchen as it is a vastly personal space. Functionality means something different to everyone, so your unique needs must inform the layout and hierarchy’ BRYCE HENDERSON, STUDIO BHD

‘Always balance the ultrafunctional with a hefty dollop of soul’ HUBERT ZANDBERG, HZI

‘Today’s bathroom is more than just a place for daily cleansing. It is a cosy and modern retreat with maximum comfort and a feel-good factor in mind. Used as decorative elements, plants create a welcoming ambience and enhance wellbeing’ KAREN ROBYN, DURAVIT

A MODERN KITCHEN DESIGN FROM EASY LIFE KITCHENS IN A PALETTE OF TIMBER AND CHARCOAL TONES FEATURES INTEGRATED APPLIANCES AND A GENEROUS KITCHEN ISLAND WITH A BUILT-IN GAS STOVETOP. EASYLIFEKITCHENS.CO.ZA APRIL/MAY 2022 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

‘Look for materials that are practical, durable and naturally textured. Cork is wonderfully sustainable while more humble materials such as plywood and forged metals should not be underestimated – always upcycle!’ HUBERT ZANDBERG, HZI

AN ECLECTIC KITCHEN IN A LONDON FAMILY HOME BY DESIGNER HUBERT ZANDBERG HZINTERIORS.COM

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‘In our kitchens, we use only noble metals: copper, brass and, in particular, stainless steel. It has the most substantial visual impact on the kitchen. A symbol of strength and modernity, it can withstand high temperatures and is practical for daily use’

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‘Development in materials over the last few years has been mind-blowing. No longer just polished or matte, surface details can include a textured look, such as wood or masonry grain. Concrete-inspired surfaces are also still trending, but with a silky feel’ MEGAN NOEL, INFINITY SURFACES

The new ‘Marble Effect’ surface slab in Ocean Blue from the Surface Slab Colour Range by Infinity Surfaces, informed by a rare variant of natural quartzite, stimulates oceanic waves. Channel the Renaissance masters when you apply Ocean Blue to your interior surfaces and create a truly magnificent ambience – from countertops to wall cladding, flooring and fireplaces. infinitysurfaces.co.za

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‘Society needs to bear responsibility concerning sustainability, and I do not exclude our company from that. Our production facility in Hornberg, Germany, exclusively uses renewable energy, treats and reuses water and advocates “local for locals production” to minimise transport miles. We are working on a strategy that will enable us to be a climate-neutral business by 2045’

The White Tulip range by Philippe Starck, available at Duravit, is a holistic bathroom collection designed around the organic silhouette of a tulip in bloom, lending it a sculptural, gentle character. Its unique ergonomics help it blend into a wide range of styles, making it ideal for all interiors. duravit.com

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MAXIMISING ON SPACE AND MATERIAL, THIS ERGONOMIC KITCHEN WAS DESIGNED BY STUDIO BHD

‘I am working on a renovation project aiming to re-use the timber found throughout the house, incorporating it into kitchen cupboard door faces and cladding. Concerning sustainability, it is vital not to stop at material choices but incorporate green-energy appliances and lighting’ BRYCE HENDERSON, STUDIO BHD

‘Our pursuit at Victorian Bathrooms is a timeless style, using quality products, resulting in our customers having to upgrade their bathrooms less often’ JONOTHAN GOODALE, VICTORIAN BATHROOMS

AGED BRASS TAPWARE, WARM TERRAZZO FLOORING AND LIGHT-FILLED VOLUMES IN THE MANHATTAN LOFT DISPLAY, LOCATED AT THE NEW VICTORIAN BATHROOMS SHOWROOM IN CAPE TOWN VICTORIANBATHROOMS. CO.ZA APRIL/MAY 2022 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

DESIGN SOLUTIONS INSPIRED BY THE EFFORTLESS CHARM OF MEDITERRANEAN LIFE, THE NEW RIVIERA COLLECTION BY LE CREUSET – WHICH FEATURES 10 STONEWARE SETS IN A COLOUR PALETTE OF CARIBBEAN BLUE, AZURE BLUE, MERINGUE, AND NECTAR – BRINGS A RELAXED, COASTAL CHARM TO ANY TABLE SETTING. LECREUSET.CO.ZA

‘When it comes to colour, be brave, trust your instinct and be joyful. There are no mistakes as long as you can own them and they are authentic to you. I am particularly obsessed with the intersection between greens. The addition of art is an easy way to add personality – the bathroom becomes a gallery and the kitchen an arts and crafts room or even a cabinet of curiosities’ HUBERT ZANDBERG, HZI

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A COLLABORATION BETWEEN ANDREA GULLO, DIRECTOR OF OFFICINE GULLO, AND EDGARDO OSORIO, FOUNDER AND CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF THE ITALIAN LUXURY BRAND AQUAZZURA, THIS CUSTOM TURQUOISE KITCHEN WITH NICKEL FINISHES WAS CREATED FOR EDGARDO’S RESIDENCE IN VENICE. OFFICINEGULLO.COM

‘Colour is the key to everything – which is why Officine Gullo offers any hue, including personalised ones. A wide range of finishes is also available for brass details, trims and handles, such as polished chrome and black or satinfinish nickel’ MANFREDI CONFORZI, OFFICINE GULLO

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DESIGN SOLUTIONS KITCHENAID ‘ARTISAN K400’ BLENDER IN EMPIRE RED, R6 989, YUPPIECHEF

‘Select bathroom ware that offers comfort and convenience. Also, a good quality magnified mirror for applying makeup or shaving’ JONOTHAN GOODALE, VICTORIAN BATHROOMS

OVAL MIRROR WITH AGED BRASS WOODEN EDGING, R3 900, VICTORIAN BATHROOMS

CUTTING BOARD IN MANGO WOOD, R229, H&M HOME

SEAGRASS STORAGE BASKET, R299, H&M HOME

BESPOKE FRENCH DOOR REFRIGERATOR WITH CUSTOMISABLE DESIGN, R75 000, SAMSUNG

The pleasure of getting together with the people who matter the most in our life, the warmth of an embrace, the joy of celebrating moments lived “Insieme”. A composition that captures precious moments of life characterised by a cheerful and relaxing scent with the sunny notes of lemon combined with neroli and musk in the embrace of an amber accord for an unforgettable feeling of enveloping warmth.

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Replica florals have shed their interior-design taboo – but they are still a tricky look to land. Here are the decorator-approved ways to go when you go faux

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flowers have a bad rep – cheap, tacky and, well, fake – but designers and retailers have come a long way, with some faux bouquets (faux-quets?) actually landing a highly believable look and feel. When the situation calls for it and you are required to use faux flowers in an interior (whether your touch is a death sentence to anything green or you simply want to avoid the maintenance of fresh flowers) follow the advice of these top South African designers and get your faux flower game on point. HENDRE BLOEM For me, the most important aspect is the colour, as this really makes or breaks the look – that moment when green is too green,’ says interior designer Hendre Bloem. ‘I always look for natural-looking options; if it does not look like that in real life, then I do not necessarily want to use the faux version.’ The expensive stuff is not your only option, though. Hendre recommends visiting second-hand stores – with a little luck and a discerning eye, you should be able to pick up some unique artificial blooms. For Hendre, the real benefit to using faux flowers is the lack of restrictions that real plants face – ‘In a way, they are way more flexible as they do not require a base of water and, therefore, have virtually endless opportunities. I love utilising them in a sculptural way and in unexpected areas, such as on a ceiling or even on the floor.’ His other pro tip: mix faux flowers with dried foliage for a unique and surprisingly realistic look. ‘You know if you have a green thumb or not, and the faux options are great for homemakers who do not have time for the hassle or maintenance – or disappointment. Make sure to get a professional to style it, and the arrangement will keep for months.’ Hendre Bloem hendrebloem.com SUMARI KRIGE La Grange Interiors founder Sumari Krige understands your need for faux flowers better than you think. ‘People have busy lives, and although real flowers and foliage are an integral part of your home, there is nothing more depressing than dying blooms, she says. ‘Although faux plants are more expensive than fresh, they are more cost-effective in the long run, making them a popular choice.’

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ar t is to create H a d isp lay E that looks as realistic as possible. If you a re pla c i ng o ne o r two s t e m s here or there, i t i s n ot go in g t o p r o vi de yo u w i t h t h e e ff e c t you wa n t t o a c hieve. Yo u have to us e t h em e n-m a sse .’ SUMARI KRIGE

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H&G IT YOURSELF So, what are Sumari’s non-negotiables when it comes to filling your vase with fake florals? ‘I feel that faux flowers have come a long way from what they used to be, and the difference between quality, look and feel has become significantly clearer,’ she says. The aim with faux flowers is to make them look as realistic as possible, and she recommends achieving this by opting for a more-is-more approach to create visual interest that is organic on the eye. ‘Unfortunately, nobody wants to hear it, but the pricier products are often more realistic.’ So invest, and your interiors will be sufficiently flowered for the foreseeable future. ‘Faux flowers can look terrible if not styled correctly,’ she warns. ‘The art is to create a display that looks as realistic as possible. If you are placing one or two stems here or there, it is not going to provide you with the effect you want to achieve. You have to use them en-masse.’ Sumari also recommends incorporating real flowers with faux greenery to bulk up a decorative display – and feel free to pop your faux flowers in water to further create the illusion of real greenery. ‘We have just ordered a consignment from SILK-KA in the Netherlands to be in stock by the end of February. The exceptional quality and exquisite detail of their handmade silk flowers have made them one of the most renowned designers and exporters of artificial flowers worldwide,’ she says. La Grange Interiors lagrangeinteriors.co.za RUDOLPH JORDAAN For interior designer and Apax Design founder Rudolph Jordaan, the devil is in the details. ‘Put it this way, if the eye perceives it as faux, then our other senses – especially touch – will take the next step to affirm,’ says Rudolph. ‘With poorly made faux plants, the give away is usually in the edges where the fabric gets cut; they will feel rough and frayed rather than smooth (as they are in nature). Texture is another big red flag. Depending on the type of plant or the flower, an unbelieve sheen will be a fail but, on the other hand, a flower or plant that is too matt or felt-like will appear dull and attract a lot of dust. Your best bet is to opt for faux flowers made from pure silk.’

k now if you have a green O t hu m b or U n o t , an d the faux options are great for ho mem aker s w ho do n o t h ave ti me for t he h a ssle or ma i nt e nanc e – or disappointment ’

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Struggling to find a bunch that meet your standards? Rudolph suggests an alternative solution: ‘Dried flower arrangements are very trendy at the moment. You can also dry your own flowers by hanging them upside down. Add a splash of essential oils if you need them to smell good.’ When it comes to styling, Rudolph’s recommendation is simple: keep it real. ‘Pretend as if you are working with actual flowers and not something synthetic, which is to say, do not overcrowd the vase, and if your faux flower bunch comes from one stem, avoid using a clear container or the jig’s up.’ Also, try something unusual, such as a ceiling display, to bring a sculptural – quite fantastical – element into the room. Apax Design apaxdesign.co.za; Silk-ka silk-ka.com

OPPOSITE PAGE A FLAMBOYANT VASE BRIMMING WITH PEONIES, RANUCULUS, MANDEVILLA AND ROSES PREVIOUS PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT RANUNCULUS, GYPSOPHILA; POPPY, PEONIES, LILY, GLORIOSA, ONCIDIUM; ORCHIDS AND ONCIDIUM; BLOSSOM

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SOFT PINK AND SUNSHINE YELLOW ROSES BLOOM NEXT TO BAMBOO BRANCHES

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True Colours Landscape designer Franchesca Watson explores the nuances of combining colours in the garden and shares her top considerations for a vibrant green space PHOTOGRAPHS HEIDI BERTISH & ELSA YOUNG

A WONDERFUL RIOT OF COLOUR THAT IS VIVID BLUE VERONICA, PURPLE FOXGLOVES, BUTTERY EUPHORBIA, TALL YELLOW VERBASCUM AND APRICOT DAY LILIES OPPOSITE PAGE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT EDIBLE BRONZE FENNEL; ARABIAN LILAC; SILVER LAMB’S EAR, SAMBUCUS NIGRA ‘BLACK LACE’

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he matrix of a garden is usually green foliage with pops of colour provided by flowers that come and go through the seasons. For permanent year-round drama, consider working with hued foliage. Variegated and tinted leaves are very much back in vogue – try the Sambucus nigra ‘Black Lace’ or Arabian lilac now available.’ White and blue colour schemes will always have a cooling and calming effect, and reds, oranges and yellows are wonderfully exciting. Fiery tones can, however, dominate and combining them requires more thought than cooler shades, which are more forgiving. I combine hot colours that are close together on the spectrum, such as red, burgundy, pinks and orange roses, as opposed to reds and yellows. Blocks of solid colour make a striking statement and are best in specific positions, such as entrances and terraces. I prefer them close to the buildings for a more considered look and not jumping out of the middle distance in a garden. Balance of colour in the garden is a big consideration. Large, single ones, such as showy Hibiscus flowers, offer a different experience from a mass cluster such as a Bougainvillea. Take this into account when considering where you place flowers, especially those with hot colours that draw the eye. When I need large brushes of colour in the garden, I tend towards mass planting a delicate flower or fine foliage and intersperse this with smaller groupings of a more robust graphic at the same end of the colour spectrum. For example, masses of dainty, orange-coloured Geum create a wonderful haze of apricot in the garden, which I would then combine with punchy Dahlias in soft yellow or cream. Consider balancing colour in the garden. Are you after bursts in certain areas and quieter, greener areas elsewhere, or perhaps you would prefer a soft colour that rhythmically weaves through it with no contrasting splashes? Alternatively, hues can sweep through the garden in a progression, for example, starting with purple, shifting into tones of mauve, then shades of blue and finally lilac. At the moment, I am loving the shock of clashing colour, having recently mixed

yellow Coreopsis with purple Lobelia, and blue Petrea with yellow Carolina jessamine, to good effect. My approach to using colour in a garden is to create relatively colourful areas with plenty of greenery for harmony. It usually ends up about 65 per cent green and the remainder colour. Of course, you need to understand when the plants will come into ﬂower seasonally – there is no use planning a great blue and white display if they are not going to ﬂower at the same time. Q

SCHEMES USING COLOURS ALONGSIDE ONE ANOTHER ON THE COLOUR WHEEL RESULT IN A VISUALLY COHERENT DISPLAY AND ACCENTUATE THE MOOD OF THE DOMINANT COLOUR. HERE CRIMSON AND PURPLE BOLSTER THE VISUAL IMPACT OF THE HOT PINK BOUGAINVILLAEA

OPPOSITE PAGE SOFT COLOURS AND PASTEL SHADES MAKE THE GARDEN FEEL MORE SPACIOUS BECAUSE THEY SEEM FURTHER AWAY. HERE NUANCES OF PINK, CREAM AND PURPLE CREATE A RICH AND HARMONIOUS COMBINATION PERFECT FOR A REST POINT IN THE GARDEN

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DESIGNER BEN LEAVITT COMPOSED A A SYMPHONY OF SCULPTURAL FORMS AND BOLD COLOURS FOR THIS HOME IN VANCOUVER

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THE QUIRKY HAND-KNOTTED RUG IN THE DINING ROOM IS FROM INDIA TO THE RIGHT

OF WHICH IS A LOCALLY MADE TRIANGULAR FLOATING HUTCH WITH MULTIDEPTH DRAWERS

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RHYTHM AND HUES Designer Ben Leavitt of PlaidFox Studio creates a playful, boundary-pushing but comfortable space that straddles both past and present, and heroes the element of surprise TEXT JULIA FREEMANTLE PHOTOGRAPHS EMA PETER APRIL/MAY 2022 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

ot unlike a good piece of music, a successful space is about balance: a carefully constructed composition, a symphony of independent elements, a journey of varying tempos where the whole is greater than the sum of its parts. For this achingly cool and charismatic scheme in Vancouver, inhabited by a drumming teacher and musician, designer and creative director of interior studio PlaidFox, Ben Leavitt harmoniously combined sometimes disparate elements to create a surprisingly in-sync home that also marches entirely to its own beat. The owner gave the design team carte blanche. ‘I think her career says it all. We needed to create a house for her that was just as cool,’ says Ben. He drew on the owner’s innate adventurousness – her love of trying new things, her afﬁnity for bold fashion, striking shapes and colours, and her request for something ‘unique and unexpected’ – and settled on the ’70s (arguably also one of the coolest periods in music) as a starting point. ‘She was fully on board with the direction and pushed us as much as we pushed her to take risks. ‘This home was all about creating a sense of surprise, anticipation – seeing one space from another. There is a joyful sense of exploration as you travel throughout the home,’ says Ben. And so each room is unique – one of the house’s most charming attributes and one of the owner’s favourite features. ‘Ben said that the rooms 56

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should feel like siblings rather than twins, related but not identical,’ says the owner. But despite this dynamism and variety, there are consistent threads throughout – the use of sculptural forms, for example, and bold stance on colour. The three-dimensional approach to functional and decorative items is one of the more arresting traits of the space, and this comes through via decorative pieces, as well as custom furniture, even built-in details – which have been thoughtfully created for this specific space, and which gives it its inimitable identity. Ben’s experience as a furniture designer and training as a painter and sculptor proved invaluable in this level of customisation. ‘I wanted the pieces to function as sculptures. I think they give the home a sense of whimsy. The fireplaces, the art, the dining tables – the team sketched and created each by hand,’ he elaborates. And while each piece is strong enough to stand alone, the overall effect is a finely tuned choreography – one that, while seemingly effortless in the end composition, is the result of persistence and careful planning. ‘It is a fine balance and not one that is stress free. It is easy to say more is more, but in the end, we play with each of the items as they arrive and find the best spot for each one. Finding balance is about not giving up,’ says Ben. Balance is also about restraint – something you might not immediately associate with this unapologetically bold home, but Ben’s subtle referencing to ’70s style is pitch perfect. While apparent, it is by no means in your face. ‘I would describe the design as having one foot in the past while the other boldly steps into the future. We wanted each element to feel equal parts retro and yet modern.’ This informed the colours he chose, too – a warm palette inspired by the ’70s, earth tones and the craft movement. By also embracing texture, the sense of comfort and ‘home’ – and the owner’s desire for refuge from cold winter days – came seamlessly. ‘We started with a base of warm woods and built from that. Finding retro tones that feel current is really about combining them with clean, modern forms,’ he adds. Striking artwork ties the entire space together – linking the strong sculptural furniture, dynamic sense of movement and bold colours. ‘Luckily, the client has adventurous taste and had collected pieces over time independently, so there was already a good base. And the rest we found locally or had made. Art is a way to bring it all together,’ says Ben. And like a much-loved and familiar song or exciting new instrumental riff takes you on an emotional journey, so too did this design evolve and challenge. Says the homeowner, ‘We had a few examples of what we wanted – moody, dramatic, joyful. And looking back now, we realise how far we have come. It has been a design education.’ PlaidFox Studio plaidfox.com Q

IN THE KITCHEN, ‘THE IRON AND ROLLED’ STOOLS IN SHEARLING WOOL BY THOMAS HAYES BESIDE STONE COUNTERS MADE OF BIANCO IONIO MARBLE

OPPOSITE PAGE A BOLD, MUSTARDCOLOURED ‘LO TURN’ SWIVEL CHAIR BY BENSEN CONTRASTED WITH A WOOL AND SHAG RUG FROM MOROCCO PURCHASED ON ETSY

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‘I would describe the DESIGN as having one foot in the past while the other boldly steps into the FUTURE. We wanted each element to feel equal parts RETRO and yet MODERN’ BEN LEAVITT

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CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP LEFT THE ‘LITTLE PETRA VB1’ LOUNGE CHAIR AND OTTOMAN IN SHEARLING WOOL BY &TRADITION; THE LIMESTONE TABLE IN THE DINING ROOM IS BESPOKE AND ROUNDED ON TWO OF ITS FOUR CORNERS, SEATED AT WHICH ARE ‘MODERN’ CHAIRS IN WOOL BY NOOM, TWO IN OATMEAL AND TWO IN RUST VELVET; IN THE OFFICE, A ‘TURNER’ CHAISE

IN MUSLIN GREY FROM ARTERIORS, MARBLE FIREPLACE AND BUILT-IN BOOKSHELF OPPOSITE PAGE PLAIDFOX CUSTOMDESIGNED THE OWNER’S BED, UPHOLSTERING IT IN SHADES OF VELVET FROM KRAVET’S VERSAILLES COLLECTION, NEXT TO WHICH STANDS THE ‘LARAMY’ THREE-LEGGED SIDE TABLE IN PLASTER BY NOIR

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ORIGINAL ARTWORKS OF VINTAGE BARBIES DRAW THE EYE IN THE BASEMENT LOUNGE AREA

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THE COFFEE TABLE IN THE LIVING ROOM IS MADE OF SOLID CEDAR. ON THE WALL ARE ‘LANE’ TILES IN GLAZED PORCELAIN BY BARBER & OSGERBY FOR MUTINA, INSPIRED BY LONDON’S NEIGHBOURHOODS

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BEATEN COPPER PENDANT LIGHT, POR, VAN EIJSDEN

‘SASHIKO’ CUSHION IN LAVENDER, R875, KNUS

‘SPHERE BULB MEDIO’ VASE IN TERRACOTTA, R1 200, LA GRANGE INTERIORS

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‘1200 E’ UNIT IN DUCO BLUE METEOR, R18 500, STUDIO19

‘MAURITIUS PENTHOUSE’ MODERN TUB CHAIR, R27 000, CLASSIC REVIVALS

‘PLACA’ RUG, R96 590, ROCHE BOBOIS

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s o u l A collaboration between three masters of their craft results in a uniquely conceived home that breaks all the rules to maximise its enviable location TEXT PIET SMEDY PHOTOGRAPHS GREG COX

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THE INDUSTRIALSTYLE FAMILY ROOM FEATURES FABRICS AND FURNITURE EXPRESSING BLURRED GEOMETRICS AND CLASHING COLOUR

OPPOSITE PAGE THE HOUSE IS A COLLECTION OF BARNS CONNECTED BY SEAMLESS LINKS THAT FEEL LIKE THE OUTDOORS

IN THE LIVING ROOM ARE FABRICS AND RUGS IN BERBER STRIPE, HANDPAINTED STRIPE AND GEOMETRIC PATTERNS OPPOSITE PAGE THE KITCHEN BARN HAS AN INDUSTRIAL UTILITARIAN INFLUENCE

N i r v a n a is not a descriptor architects often employ when talking about their projects, but, in this case – a north-facing site protected from the infamous South Easter winds, with views of Table Mountain and the distant Wellington range, owned by a design-savvy young family – it is spot on. ‘From beginning to end, this was a dream project with clients who were very creative and part of the process every step of the way,’ says architect and founder of Newman Architecture & Design Karen Newman. A ‘ part from creativity, they also had a brief to create an eclectic and interesting home for their family – and their beautiful collection of art.’ Achieving this brief would see Karen join forces with interiors studio Cécile & Boyd and legendary landscape designer Franchesca Watson, who ‘came with her magic to create the home’s beautiful garden.’ This creative A Team produced a comfortable yet modern home for the tight-knit family, fulﬁlling the need for spaces that could host large groups for entertaining and smaller, intimate pockets for quiet, private moments. A ‘ nd then there is the kitchen,

which had to pack on the wow factor,’ says Karen. It may be the proverbial heart of the home but here, centrally located with a large island and furnished more like a room for relaxing and living, it literally is. ‘The homeowners love to cook, so it had to be ready to accommodate impromptu gatherings of friends and family with serious style,’ she adds. Architecturally, the design had to sit as wide as possible on the site, making full use of the property’s width to capitalise on the aforementioned views while also ‘trapping’ the north light. ‘What we did not want was the house looking like an imposing block in the landscape,’ says Karen. So instead, the team compartmentalised it into separate, interlinking buildings, differentiated from the main, exposed brick building (dubbed the ‘manor house’) in rough plaster, paint and various materials that impart a unique character. Ceiling heights were also adapted, sometimes exposed (creating spacious areas) and other times ﬂat (and, as a result, more intimate). ‘The real joy of these barns connected by the glass and so seemingly APRIL/MAY 2022 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

‘It had to be READY to accommodate impromptu GATHERINGS of friends and family with serious STYLE’ KAREN NEWMAN

transparent is the blurred line between what is indoor and outdoor,’ says Cécile & Boyd designer Paul van den Berg. ‘These merged spaces were central to our design concept as the flow between the two is seamless.’ Admittedly, Karen and her team do not generally like to design open verandahs in Western Cape homes – ‘The weather is just too unforgiving, and they become all but redundant in the cold, rainy winters,’ she says. ‘What often follows is that these spaces are then enclosed, which creates another layer of rooms in the house and makes the original ones feel trapped.’ So, with this project, they decided to opt instead for a long, skinny light-filled conservatory that extends into the garden, with large sliding doors that, when open, converts the space into what is ostensibly a covered stoep (and, in the colder a months, a winter lounge). ‘The views are amazing, and we purposefully chose the interiors to reflect the botanical character of the garden that wraps around it,’ says Karen. Another important room in the house is the small bar, which sits 68

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to the side of the kitchen. ‘This is party central and very glamorous, with a mirrored ceiling mosaic,’ says Karen. ‘It is a really fun space.’ When it came to appointing the home’s interiors, designer Paul van den Berg and the team at Cécile & Boyd drew inspiration from the homeowners. They analysed their lifestyle to inform each living zone with their respective personalities, manifesting the family’s design passion into vibrant colours, bold patterning and reﬂective materials. ‘They wanted to live in an imaginative, uplifting way – what they did not want was ordinary, and they embraced every conceptual idea,’ says Paul. Coupled with Cécile & Boyd’s love of rustic, handmade pieces that beautifully showcase craftsmanship and natural materials, the result is an Afro-modern aesthetic with global appeal. ‘Even though the house is set in lush suburbia, it successfully captures the glamour of urban Cape Town.’ Newman Architecture & Design newmanarchitects.co.za; Cécile & Boyd cecileandboyds.com; Franchesca Watson franchescawatson.com Q

THE STUDY FEATURES LATT CEILINGS, WHITE WALLS, CURTAINS IN HANDPAINTED GREY AND A WHITE GEOMETRIC MURAL

OPPOSITE PAGE EACH SPACE SHOWCASES THE HOMEOWNERS’ LOVE OF BOLD PATTERN AND REFLECTIVE MATERIALS

THE WALL BEHIND THE BED IS HANDPAINTED WITH A BLACK-ANDWHITE GEOMETRIC MURAL

DESIGN NOTES ‘KUBA KUBA’ CUSHION IN WHITE, R385, KNUS

TONY DUQUETTE FOR JIM THOMPSON ‘GEMSTONE’ FABRIC, POR, T&CO FABRICS

‘MAMO DELUXE’ TABLE LAMP IN GOLD, R4 599, KARE DESIGN

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‘BOHEMIA CRYSTAL’ VASE IN OCEAN COLOURS, R2 590, SPILHAUS

‘BRUGES’ ARMCHAIR, R17 999, TONIC DESIGN

‘PINEAPPLE LIONS PAW’ CIRCULAR TABLE, POR, GRIFFITHS & GRIFFITHS

‘COUNTRY’ FOOD CUPBOARD, POR, PIERRE CRONJE FINE FURNITURE

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A FUSION OF EDIBLES AND RICH, LAYERED PLANTING CHARACTERISE MELISSA VAN HOOGSTRATEN’S APPROACH TO CREATING STATEMENT SPACES

OPPOSITE PAGE IN THE GRAVEL GARDEN, RIBBONS OF STRUCTURAL PLANTING, FLOWERS AND POTS FRAME THE MEANDERING PATHWAY

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Melissa van Hoogstraten has somewhat of a cult status as one of South Africa’s top gourmands. Recently, she has refocused her creative spirit on another great love: crafting beautiful yet liveable garden spaces. ‘I was born with an innate creativity and understanding of food and plants, which I have developed purely through my great interest and love for both,’ Melissa says. In many ways, her journey of personal expression has come full circle. With an unforeseen change in direction in 2018, there was an opportunity to start something new. Melissa’s, the restaurant and deli chain she owned and managed along with her husband Mark, gave way to their new passion project – Plantagenta. ‘I had absolutely no idea or intention to develop a career in gardening after food,’ Melissa admits. Plantagenta started purely by demand after the couple’s move back to Cape Town. ‘Our new home and garden needed a lot of attention. Naturally, we lived out our love for creating beautiful spaces. People experienced the space we created and approached us to help them with theirs.’ Despite the initial uprooting, she has a no-nonsense approach to her creative evolution. ‘I went about doing what I loved. It is a great gift, in one lifetime, to live my passion.’ This new direction is a shared project of individual talent and years of teamwork. ‘Mark and I have similar design styles, and our journey has always been driven by creating beauty.’ The couple’s diverse design styles complement each other to enhance the overall vision for a space, home or garden, says Melissa of this synchronistic approach. ‘My areas of focus are garden planting and style, bringing areas to life to match the space in which it exists.’ Melissa, an avid plantswoman, takes a naturalistic and romantic approach to gardening with interest and surprises. In any garden, you must consider plant selection and planting appropriate for the space to add nuance and mood,’ explains Melissa. Complementary to this is Mark’s understanding of structure and practicalities, the cornerstone of carefully coordinated and curated spaces. Thanks to this dualistic approach, their designs reflect a sense of contained abundance. Melissa’s combination of practicality with an innate understanding of aesthetics was nurtured by her love of all things sensory. This, along with her lifelong desire to unearth nature’s secrets, has influenced the spaces she lives in and her desire to create. ‘For years, I have identified plants and absorbed their unique characteristics. Spending time in nature, observing shapes, textures, colours and forms, the way plants interact and grow, is my great source of inspiration.’ Melissa’s nature-led love of mixing annuals, perennials and edibles are practical, sustainable and breathtaking. Melissa has mindfully crafted unique outdoor destinations where the sensual and strong collide. A ‘ garden should have a personality. This draws people to a space and encourages them to engage with and enjoy it, not only visually but emotionally.’ Plantagenta plantagenta.co.za

‘ The way PLANTS interact and grow is my great source of INSPIRATION’

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Melissa’s ground rules Down to earth: Tried-and-trusted ingredients to a thriving garden include healthy soil, the right amount of water – not too much and not too little – food and organic spraying, correct pruning and considered planting with an understanding of the conditions a plant requires. A gentle approach: Understand how each plant grows and the magic it can add to the overall look and mood. Knowing how much to prune to avoid removing the plant’s unique characteristics and the energy and connection the person managing the garden has are vital ingredients.

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP RIGHT A SELECTION OF CAREFULLY CURATED DESIGN ELEMENTS INFUSE A SENSE OF BALANCE TO OUTDOOR ROOMS; ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS AND HARD

LANDSCAPING BLEND SEAMLESSLY WITH COUNTRYINSPIRED PLANTING; A STRUCTURAL BACKBONE OF ESTABLISHED TREES AND SHRUBS PEER OVER AN INTIMATE ALFRESCO DINING AREA

Food for thought Plantswoman and food connoisseur, Melissa van Hoogstraten, loves using herbs and vegetables, not only for using in the kitchen but also for the magic it adds to the garden and planting. ‘I plant food gardens with the vision of being both beautiful and practical throughout the year. Picking vegetables, fruit and herbs to make your food delicious is as important as picking ﬂowers from your garden to make your home beautiful.’

Design mantras Melissa’s spaces are stylishly executed, fuss-free and brimming with settingappropriate hardscaping and plants. They present a counterpoint to overly stylised designs – naturalistic, expansive and liveable spaces. Here is how: Planting that packs punch: Include an authentic mix of plants with alluring colours, shapes and textures. Favourite combos include Olea africana ‘wild olive’, Brachylaena, Tarchonanthus, Buddleja salviifolia, Buddleja auriculata, Salvia, Plectranthus, Geraniums, Cistus, Gnidia, Asteraceae and Heliochrysum. Points of interest: Add natural, authentic pieces made from raw materials such as carved stone, marble, wood or copper, which are more subtle and forgiving in a garden scheme. Match your pieces to the garden and planting style to ensure they feel integral. Never add too much, as it will only overpower and distract.

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP RIGHT SALVIA ‘PENNY’S SMILE’; PINK PENSTEMON; ERIGERON KARVINSKIANUS (FLEABANE DAISY)

OPPOSITE PAGE STATEMENT PLANTS SUCH AS DEEPPURPLE SALVIA ‘AMISTAD’ FRAME FUNCTIONAL GARDEN ROOMS HARMONIOUSLY

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A LAKIN OGUNBANWO PHOTOGRAPH HANGS ABOVE THE SITTING ROOM FIREPLACE. A BESPOKE SECTIONAL IN A YELLOW

PIERRE FREY VELVET WRAPS AROUND A COCKTAIL TABLE BY DIRK VAN DER KOOIJ. SOPHIE ASHBY FOUND THE SHEEP SCULPTURE ON ETSY

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TEXT FIONA MCCARTHY PHOTOGRAPHY SIMON UPTON STYLED SARA MATHERS PRODUCED MADELINE O’MALLEY

For rising British designer Sophie Ashby and her young family, a Georgian-era gem in London’s East End is the perfect blank canvas

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j ust a few strides from the bustle of Brick Lane in London’s East End – where the sweet, spicy scent of the street’s famous Bangladeshi curry houses fills the air – hides a gorgeous Georgian-era gem of a house that British interior designer Sophie Ashby and her husband, fashion designer Charlie Casely-Hayford, currently share with their daughter, Gaia, born last May, and Charlie’s seven-year-old daughter Rainbow when she comes to stay at the weekend. Having outgrown their one-bedroom apartment in West London, the family rented this place in February 2020, just weeks before the world went into lockdown. ‘We could have bought a house, but I knew it would not have been one I was happy to live in for the next five to ten years,’ Sophie says. Instead, they decided to ‘sit tight, plot and plan,’ she explains, while testing out the area for a potential permanent move. Cosseted by a verdant courtyard garden of magnolia, fig and bay trees, the former brewer’s house they now call home adjoins a small pub and 19th-century brewery next door, currently being converted by art duo Gilbert & George into a gallery. ‘I could not believe my eyes when we walked in,’ Sophie recalls. The simplicity of the walls, ceilings, and floors, washed with cool neutral hues by the current landlord, alongside the ‘ancientness’, as Sophie describes it, of the house’s original clean-lined, generously proportioned bones, was ‘so sophisticated,’ she gushes. ‘I just thought, we have got to make this work.’ Part of the house’s charm, including fireplaces bordered with pretty Delft tiles and kitchen cabinets recycled from old iroko-wood chemistry labs, owes much to the eclectic touches left behind by the 80

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TOP DOWN SOPHIE AND HUSBAND CHARLIE CASELY-HAYFORD WITH BABY GAIA AND CHARLIE’S DAUGHTER RAINBOW AT THE FRONT DOOR; THE ANTIQUE CLOCK ABOVE THE DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE HALL WAS A GIFT FROM SOPHIE’S FATHER. THE TIGER BANK SCULPTURES ARE FROM LIBERTY LONDON OPPOSITE PAGE VINTAGE CHAIRS IN A LE MANACH FABRIC SURROUND THE KITCHEN’S BESPOKE GREEN MARBLE DINING TABLE. THE OPEN SHELVING DISPLAYS JAPANESE CERAMICS, BOUGHT BY THE COUPLE DURING THEIR HONEYMOON, AND MURANO GLASSWARE. THE PENDANT LIGHTS ARE BY MENU

A PAIR OF STUDIO ASHBY CHAIRS STANDS NEXT TO THE FIREPLACE IN SOPHIE’S STUDY. THE

STOOL IS COVERED WITH A VINTAGE KENTE CLOTH, AND THE SOFA WEARS GREEN VELVET

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late Jocasta Innes, author of the seminal ’80s guide to DIY specialist painting effects Paint Magic, who rescued the house from dereliction in the late ’70s. ‘The combination of Jocasta and our landlord’s good taste created the perfect backdrop,’ Sophie says. ‘It just spoke to us.’ So, aside from ‘tiny tweaks’ such as repainting a few cupboards and a floor here and there, Sophie was free to focus on the furniture, lighting and art. Into a high-low mix of reupholstered vintage chairs and antique cabinets, affordable high-street buys and bespoke sofas, the designer injected vivid brights such as fiery orange and banana yellow alongside sophisticated shades of fuchsia, sea green and gold, all inspired by the paintings and photography, mostly by emerging artists, the couple have hung on nearly every wall. ‘It is how each room begins,’ says Sophie of the couple’s long-held mutual love for art since both studied art history during college and Charlie interned at London’s prestigious White Cube gallery. Works by the likes of London painter Tomo Campbell, South African artist Lunga Ntila and Spanish photographer Salva López draw a connective thread through each space. Even the large family bathroom, where a gallery-style installation of framed drawings and exhibition prints, combined with vintage furniture and contemporary lighting, feels ‘more like a living room,’ she says. In the actual living room, Sophie employed warm, citrusy shades, inspired by the colours of the Heath Wae paintings filling one of the walls, to counteract the house’s west-facing darkness. ‘I did not know if it was going to work, but it has created a room that is really lovely, particularly in the evening because it has a nice glow to it,’ she says. The overall effect is what Charlie’s late father, the esteemed British fashion designer Joe Casely-Hayford (with whom he established their namesake menswear brand in 2009), would have called ‘harmonious discord,’ he says. ‘It is how I think of Sophie’s study because it is not easy; there is a lot going on in there, and I feel like it works perfectly,’ he continues proudly. ‘But she is the only person I know that could do that because it could quite easily just tip over the other way. Every time I walk into that room, it makes me feel APRIL/MAY 2022 HOUSEANDGARDEN.CO.ZA

‘People are so afraid of DOING things they might get bored with. I never have that FEELING’ SOPHIE ASHBY

alive because there is something for me to engage with. It invites conversation.’ This is not to say the house does not feel relaxed as well. ‘I do not want everything to feel like it needs to be standing to attention,’ Sophie says. Incorporating the ‘aged quality’ of upcycled kilim rugs and cushions fashioned from antique kantha, kente and sari cloths has also lent each space warmth; quirky objets d’art, from Nepalese tiger money boxes to ‘Woolly’ the fluffy sheep – ‘in the style of Lalanne but definitely not a Lalanne,’ Sophies says with a laugh – add further whimsy. Indeed, the home has become a real sanctuary for the designer, who, between juggling residential, development and hotel projects, has been busy setting up a vast new office and showroom space for both Studio Ashby and its lifestyle offshoot, Sister, within the grand surrounds of an early-1700s school building neighbouring Buckingham Palace. All while also guiding United in Design, the trailblazing training initiative she established with fellow interior designer Alexandria Dauley following the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020, which works with businesses to create more opportunities for Black creatives within the UK interiors industry through apprenticeships, internships and other programs. ‘People are so afraid of doing things they might get bored with. I never have that feeling,’ Sophie says of not thinking twice about certain bold choices, such as reupholstering the kitchen chairs with a lively abstract print. ‘I do not often have clients who want to go with something this African, so I thought, sod it, I am going to do it for my own house because I love it.’ Studio Ashby studioashby.com Q

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TOP DOWN A PAIR OF ARTWORKS BY ANNA VAN DER PLOEG HANGS ABOVE A MILANO BEDDING SOFA BED IN GAIA’S NURSERY. THE SOFA BED AND STOOL BOTH WEAR KELLY WEARSTLER FOR LEE JOFA FABRICS, AND THE CUSHIONS ARE MADE FROM AN ASSORTMENT OF VINTAGE TEXTILES AND SCRAP FABRICS; IN RAINBOW’S ROOM, THE ORIGINAL BED CO. BED IS DRAPED WITH A CANOPY OF A BOLD IAN MANKIN STRIPE. THE BESPOKE RUG IS A STUDIO ASHBY DESIGN BY CHRISTOPHER FARR

DESIGN NOTES UNCOVER BYLAKIN OGUNBANWO, 2016, ARCHIVAL INK-JET PRINT ON HAHNEMÜHLE PHOTO RAG , R42 000, WHATIFTHEWORLD GALLERY

‘SKIPPING BLOCK’ CUSHION COVER IN DRAGONFLY, R485, MUNGO

‘ILANGA’ MOHAIR BLANKET, R1 465, KNUS

T E X T: G E M M A B E D F O R T H ; P H O T O G R A P H S : S U P P L I E D

RODOLFO DORDONI ‘CUBA 25’ SOFA-BED, R123 030, TRUE DESIGN ‘JUMBO BORIBORI BEAN BAG #64’ (ONE OF A KIND), FROM R6 200, ASHANTI DESIGNS

‘BOBBLE’ SIDE TABLE IN SOLID WALNUT WITH PURE OIL FINISH, R7 999, TONIC DESIGN

‘CHITOSE’ CABINET IN BLACK, R7 995, BLOCK & CHISEL

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For Broadway actress Betsy Wolfe, transforming two Manhattan apartments into one spacious familyfriendly home meant embracing her love of the bold and unexpected TEXT JESSICA ROSS PHOTOGRAPHS SEAN LITCHFIELD PRODUCTION KARINE MONIÉ

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SHOWSTOPPING TOUCHES IN THE LIVING ROOM INCLUDE A ‘CHUBBY’ CHAIR 3D PRINTED BY DIRK VANDER KOOIJ AND ABSTRACT ART BY LINDA COLLETTA PREVIOUS SPREAD BROADWAY ACTRESS BETSY WOLFE POSES WITH HER FAMILIAR ASSORTMENT OF ANTIQUES, TRINKETS AND MEMENTOES

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could be said the ingredients to any great musical are an evocative backdrop, a stellar ensemble and plenty of drama. Few know that better than Betsy Wolfe, whose theatre career has spanned more than 15 years and has seen her take up the lead role in the TonyAward-winning Broadway production of Waitress. So when it came to the design of her new home – a creative splice of two apartments in Manhattan’s Upper West Side – naturally, Betsy followed a familiar recipe. First up, the backdrop: unlike most of Manhattan, which can feel dense and dizzying, Morningside Heights is a quaint, family-friendly neighbourhood with a village-like sensibility. Peppered with little cafes, welcoming locals and a palpable sense of community, it is here Betsy alighted on a rare find back in 2016. ‘I saw a listing in our price range, but it was for 30 rooms,’ she explains of one 65-square-metre apartment that borders Morningside Heights and the Upper West Side, noting that this unfortunate misprint proved auspicious to her house hunt. She and her fiancé – now husband – musician Adam Krauthamer snapped it up before the typo could be corrected. Housed in a 1907 building, the apartment is quintessentially New York prewar, a coveted architectural style with lofty high-beamed ceilings, solid bones and intricate decorative mouldings. So when the opportunity came up to procure an adjacent flat some three years later, the pair jumped at the opportunity to expand. Seeking out the dream ensemble to bring her interior vision to life, Betsy scoured magazines, Pinterest and Instagram, ultimately falling in love with one Brooklyn abode that kept coming up in her searches. ‘I could not get it out of my head,’ she says. ‘Whoever did that space had to do mine, so I tracked her down and did not give up till she said yes.’ The New York-based designer in question, Crystal Sinclair, was equally inspired by the actress. ‘When she sent me her mood boards, and she had plenty, my eyes and creative soul lit up.’ But first, this now 125-square-metre home had to undergo something of a gutting. ‘The kitchen became a bathroom, the living room became a bedroom, the bedroom became the dining room…’ explains Crystal. ‘Joining the apartments opened it up. It feels more like a home than an apartment now.’ With the floor plan resolved, it was time to turn attention to the decor, and the reconfiguration resulted in a newfound flow that Crystal leveraged with her interior scheme. ‘Because it is open plan, we had to make sure that not just one room worked together harmoniously but four.’ Thanks to whitewashed walls and a suffusion of natural light, the home permeates restraint, and calm,

OPPOSITE PAGE THE LIVING ROOM FLOWS HARMONIOUSLY INTO THE KITCHEN AND FEATURES A ‘CAMDEN’ SOFA BY CB2 ACCENTED WITH ELEGANT DEEPGREEN PILLOWS

‘We wanted to CREATE a space full of CONTRAST, one that would welcome the fun pops and PATTERNS we would be layering in later’ CRYSTAL SINCLAIR

a quality the designer leant into. ‘It is a space with a mood,’ says Crystal. ‘In the brighter areas, we went bright, and in the darker ones, such as the entry that does not see much natural light, we went fairly dark. The contrast between the two makes each stand out that much more and keeps your eye moving.’ No production is complete without a touch of drama, and this is manifest throughout the home without ever being in danger of becoming overplayed, thanks to carefully selected accents. ‘We used “serious” tones where it counted the most. We punctuated the living room with deep-green pillows, a classic, elegant colour. We also played with textures – rich velvets and plush wool rugs – to add to the sophistication.’ Still, show-stopping touches in colours, artwork, lighting and decor keep things bold, bright and beguiling. Betsy’s brief to the designer was to have a home that reﬂected the clothes in her closet – colourful and unexpected or ‘grandma-meets-rock’n’roll’ if you ask Crystal. ‘We wanted to create a space full of contrast, one that would welcome the fun pops and patterns we would be layering in later.’ This is evident in the soft blush nursery, which makes a statement by setting Osborne & Little ﬂoral wallpaper against an animal print rug. And the kitchen, where black joinery and brass surfaces are juxtaposed with a tactile kaleidoscopic runner. Adding to the decorative rebelliousness is the melange of antiques, trinkets and mementoes hung on the walls or tucked into shelves and artfully displayed on surfaces that indicate this is no impersonal design – a family truly lives here. Much like a well-loved Broadway show, it is familiar, warm and downright fun, and Crystal agrees. ‘Betsy is charming, so naturally, this made its way into the space and just like her, the apartment is bold, playful and sweet.’ Crystal Sinclair Designs crystalsinclairdesigns.com Q

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CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP LEFT AN ‘ANAISE’ CANE NIGHTSTAND BY CRATE&BARREL; OSBORNE & LITTLE FLORAL WALLPAPER MAKES A STATEMENT IN THE SOFT BLUSH NURSERY;

ON THE BATHROOM WALLS ARE TILES BY CLÉ TILE AND ON THE FLOOR, ‘VENICE’ TERRAZZO CONCRETE TILES BY THE CONCRETE COLLABORATIVE; EVERYTHING IN THE DINING ROOM IS VINTAGE

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DESIGN NOTES

PAOLO GRASSELLI FOR BONALDO ‘TIRELLA’ ARMCHAIR, POR, CASARREDO

EMMANUEL THIBAULT ‘AMARYLLIS’ RUG, POR, ROCHE BOBOIS

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VELVET CUSHION COVER IN EMERALD, R490, KNUS

‘CHEETAH KINGS FOREST DELTA’ COTTON CUSHION COVER, R2 600, ARDMORE

GUBI ‘WONDER’ 3-SEATER SOFA, FROM R165 940, CRÉMA DESIGN

‘THE BLUE CHAIR’, R6 300, DOKTER AND MISSES

‘RED LIPS’ WALL ART, R399, PAPERCRAFT.CO.ZA

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Life Aquatic

TEXT CAROL CHAMBERLAIN PHOTOGRAPHS TIM SALISBURY

For her first collaboration with storied wallpaper and fabric brand de Gournay, Australian designer Anna Spiro has created a uniquely maximalist island garden interior

nna Spiro’s unique interpretation of ‘sea, sun and sand’ was inspired by the love of her native Queensland coast – in particular, Stradbroke Island, southeast of Brisbane and the Great Barrier Reef, both famously known for their marine beauty. The project unfolded within the grand rooms above her office, in an old Spanish mission building in Brisbane’s inner city, creating a display apartment for clients to experience first-hand her captivating work. ‘It is hard for some people to comprehend how a space can make you feel when it is all “on paper”. To be able to visualise it in its true form is a huge benefit,’ she says. For Anna, the connection with the ocean runs deep. Having grown up in South East Queensland, she is well acquainted with the tropical ‘beach vibes’ of the area with Stradbroke Island of ‘paramount importance’ to Anna, so much so she calls it her true home. Here, she lives and breathes the island’s unspoilt natural landscape with its endemic flora and fauna – and magnificent beachscapes. Anna viewed the project – dubbed ‘Island Garden’ – as an opportunity to express her love of this coastal paradise while at the same time drawing influence from a recent visit to the Great Barrier Reef. As such, the Reef’s spectacular underwater scenes and the oceanic colours she loves to be surrounded by are reflected in the design. Given an open brief from de Gournay, Anna wanted to move away from the brand’s traditional design style to create an unconventional, naïve-like paper. She explains, ‘I wanted to create one that would wrap me up in the world I know and love.’ Collaborating on a project that involved creative narratives informed by two very different hemispheres presented its fair share of challenges. Although excited by the concept, de Gournay’s expert painters were unused to Australia’s more robust birds and indigenous wildflowers, such as

the Banksia, resulting in more than a few rounds to master the ‘Island Garden’ scenes. Once Anna and her team had conceptualised the project, images, illustrations, sketch types and provided Pantones to de Gournay, had discussions via Zoom and sent colour samples across the globe. The design came together pretty quickly and, as Anna rightfully says: ‘de Gournay nailed it.’ With extraordinary options on offer, Anna chose Chinese rice paper, which offered the right look and feel for the project. The ‘Island Garden’ scenes were hand-painted with the design made to fit around the space. The papers were made-to-measure by de Gournay and sent to Australia for installation, a complicated procedure to accommodate the number of windows and doors. Anna believes the design of an interior should reflect the surroundings that the building inhabits. ‘It is about the environment that a house or a room sits in that determines what we do with it. The space that my office sits in is awful. We had to make the interior incredibly beautiful and inspiring, as there is nothing to look at on the outside.’ Today, the interior is informed by a bold use of pattern and colour, which is challenging to pull off successfully. ‘It is all about the balance and how you play it. But it is a fine line playing with pattern, and one must be careful not to tip it over the edge,’ says Anna. Colour was layered throughout the room to create a space that feels as if one is ‘diving into a wonderland.’ Floorboards were painted in soothing green, complemented by soft-toned furnishings and gentle chartreuse on the woodwork. Anna has created a space to remind her of all her favourite places. In which to feel happy and comfortable, with colours to inspire. ‘Every room should have a little touch of yellow; it is a bit of sunshine and happiness.’ Anna Spiro Design annaspirodesign.com.au Q

‘Every room should have a little touch of YELLOW; it is a bit of sunshine and HAPPINESS’ ANNA SPIRO

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT THE CHECKED DINING CHAIRS IN ‘TATTIE’ LINEN FROM ANNA SPIRO TEXTILES CONNECT IN COLOUR WITH THE CURTAINS IN BRUNSCHWIG & FILS’ ‘BIRDS OF A FEATHER’ LINEN; ‘ISLAND’ GARDEN’ WALLPAPER FROM ANNA’S DE GOURNAY RANGE FEATURES A VIBRANT TROPICAL MARINE SCENE; ANNA IN THE SITTING ROOM OF HER BIRSBANE

HEADQUARTERS, THE DOOR AND SKIRTING BOARDS PAINTED IN TAUBMANS ‘LEMON MIST’ PREVIOUS SPREAD IN THE SITTING ROOM, CUSHIONS COVERED BY MANUEL CANOVAS ‘VILLARS’ COTTON MIX IN CARAIBES WITH FLOORBOARDS IN BLUE REEF FROM PORTER’S PAINTS

CLOCKWISE, FROM TOP LEFT LAMPS WITH SHADES COVERED IN ‘AUREL’ COTTON FROM DÉCORS BARBARES ON EITHER SIDE OF AN ANTIQUE WALL-HUNG CABINET IN THE KITCHEN; HANGING BRAQUENIÉ ‘LA COMEDIE’ WALLPAPER FROM PIERRE FREY ON THE UPPER PART OF THE BATHROOM WALL SOFTENS THE EFFECT AND PREVENTS THE ROOM FROM FEELING STERILE;

MOTHS BY ALLYSON REYNOLDS AND SMALLER WORKS BRIGHTEN AN OTHERWISE MOODY STAIRWELL AND LANDING OPPOSITE PAGE ANNA DECIDED TO PAINT THE BEDROOM WALLS BLUE – IT REMINDS HER OF BEING AT THE BEACH. SHE COMBINED ANTIQUES WITH MODERN PIECES, SUCH AS A BEAUTIFUL GEORGIAN SIDE TABLE WITH A MODERN PICTURE FRAME

SISAL FLOORING IN THE ‘FORMAL SITTING ROOM’ TONES DOWN BEN PENTREATH FOR MORRIS & CO. ‘BIRD AND ANEMONE’ WALLPAPER IN VIBRANT OLIVE/ TURQUOISE, ONE OF ANNA’S WILDER COLOUR CHOICES

DESIGN NOTES ‘AMAZONIA’ WALLPAPER ON EDO CYAN BLUE PAINTED XUAN PAPER, POR, DE GOURNAY

‘LUSH’ JAR LAMP WITH SHADE, R3 125, BALI TRADING

WILLIAM YEOWARD ‘ALEXI’ CUSHION, FROM R2 106, AMARA

PAINT IN LEMON LADY, POR, DULUX

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‘THE DIRECTOIRE’ CARVER CHAIR, POR, CLASSIC REVIVALS

‘PANORAMIC’ SERVER, POR, EGG DESIGNS

‘FISH’ PLATTER (LARGE), R2 100, BORDALLO PINHEIRO

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