Property
Est. 2004, Issue 281
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February / March 2013
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decor, trends, luxury, design & real estate
d e r r g a u n i w t a inn tec w chi r a
Red dame of kzn
the age of
Small spaces
enlightenment
reinterpreted
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Decor
Design
48 Residential &
Hot Decor 12
The ABCs Of 20
Maboneng Precinct courts
A colourful splatter of
A good dose of restoration
& Design
Restoration
inspiration
Trends
R1,3-billion mixed-use retail and business development,
holiday home
Newtown Junction
The Maslow business hotel
Small spaces reinterpreted
10 Hot Plate
The Box
with these red-hot products
Luxury Hot Indulgence 14
Great products to keep your summer flowing
42 Painting The Horizon Red
Eden Plaza – now open for business
Kritzinger Architects
designs a home fit for a chief
and products
Show your home some love
50 Seychelles
35 The Noble Art
Fabulous foodie spaces
56 Trend Watch
breaks ground on the
create an unusual seaside,
31 Think Outside
meets guests’ needs
investors, and Atterbury
and glamour is used to
A Stylish 9
Bon Voyage
Commercial
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The Age Of Enlightenment
The best lighting collections of 2013
Real Estate Buy To Let Now 47 Advice from Berry Everitt, MD of Chas Everitt International Property Group
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The new financial repression and its effects on investors In today’s world of financial repression (expressed in negative real interest rates), investors are being forced to consider risks they might not normally have taken. This is especially true for individuals who are close to, going into or already in retirement. The problem is most acute for investors whose capital is limited and are required to provide or supplement income. Gone are the days when interest rates were real (above inflation) and prudent investors could hold a large part of their retirement assets in bonds, cash or high quality property, leaving a small portion for higher risk growth assets. There is a good argument to be made that the prudent, responsible investor of the last decade is being punished by central bank policies seeking to reflate economies and inflate away debt burdens. That being said there is little chance that current policies are going to reverse in the short or medium term and investors need to accept the status quo and plan accordingly. Perhaps the worst mistake an investor can make is to reach for return in the hope that risk assets will appreciate at a rate higher than inflation and compensate for low cash returns. While this might work, it does place the investor in an untenable position if his or her capital declines and income is still required from the capital. Significant capital declines while one is drawing an income will result in a lower balance off which to recover when the market improves. How then does an investor deal with the problem?
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‘Small rooms or dwellings discipline the mind; large ones weaken it’ – Leonardo da Vinci
This month we explore small spaces and how to use them to your advantage. Everyone’s home has that odd underutilised space under the stairs or a random wall that is too narrow for a framed picture. Or perhaps your problem with space is that you just don’t have enough of it. I certainly live with this problem every day in my lovely apartment. It’s filled to the brim with gorgeous things (or ‘clutter’ as my husband calls it), and I battle for space daily. I am also a hoarder (something I have admitted to before) and it has been ascertained that small spaces and hoarding do not, in fact, go hand in hand. Surprise, surprise. I would, truthfully, like to ignore the advice of Leonardo da Vinci and move into a huge new space, but I fear I would still fill it up quite quickly. However, thanks to researching this feature, I have found some solutions to the problem of too little space, the main one being storage – a rare thing in old-school apartments like mine, but with a good eye and some innovative thinking, you can certainly solve most storage problems, as our article shows. So I went on a storage crusade, built shelves for books, bought coloured boxes for toys, found plastic crates for winter coats, but I still find myself in a space
that is overflowing with treasures. (Sorry. Clutter. Potayto, potahto.) Yet, I am loathe to throw my stuff away, because it’s all beautiful and all holds some kind of sentimental value, whether it’s the tall bronze lanterns that were a wedding present and have never been installed or the Chinese pots from my late grandmother or the Indonesian paintings on canvas that lean against my wall. I’m happier because of these things and so I have chosen to ignore the great master’s advice and instead live by the words of William Morris: ‘Have nothing in your houses that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful.’ Of course, once again, my husband would disagree on my definition of ‘useful’ and ‘beautiful’ … I wish you all the best for 2013 and hope all your spaces are beautiful and filled with love, light and laughter – even the small ones.
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THE OYSTER BOX
RED DAME OF KZN
THE AGE OF
SMALL SPACES
ENLIGHTENMENT
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Details, details, details …
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Words Nicky Manson
ntroducing The Maslow, the newest gem in Sun International’s portfolio. This business hotel is now open, following a R250-million refurbishment of the hotel formally known as The Grayston. Former patrons will not recognise the space, thanks to a complete overhaul given to all public areas, dining areas, the garden and pool and the hotel’s business section. The result of the refurb is a vibey, contemporary style. Designed by Graeme Holtshausen of Dakota Design, ‘the philosophy is compellingly simplistic and in tune with the oasis setting, using textures, colours and materials that reflect Johannesburg’s warm climate whilst incorporating every modern convenience,’ says John Lee, director of resorts operations. The business side of things is equally impressive, thanks to its excellent offering of facilities, including complimentary highspeed internet access throughout the hotel, 13 meeting rooms, a conference centre with a multi-divisible ballroom and auditorium, techno gym and the Wayfarer Lounge. And this lounge is what, in our opinion, will put The Maslow on the map. It’s situated in the heart of the lobby and is similar to an airport business class lounge in that it has
been designed to enable guests to be totally productive. There are also washrooms with showers as well as a supply of power sockets should guests need to recharge phones and laptops. And, of course, The Maslow’s location puts it in the heart of Sandton’s business district, so access to the airport is easy, thanks to its close proximity to the Gautrain. The details are what set this hotel apart from its business hotel neighbours and are actually where the name was derived from: it was inspired by psychologist Abraham Maslow and his well-known hierarchy of needs. ‘We have applied his straightforward approach to understanding customers’ needs in our service philosophy,’ says The Maslow hotel’s new general manager, Johan Scheepers. ‘To compete in this climate, it is imperative that we treat our guests as individuals, and customise, customise, customise. That means remembering details, such as a guest’s pillow preference and choice of mineral water or beer for the minibar.’ Add to this a media hub in each room, a speciality coffee maker, soundproof rooms with blacked-out curtains, and a spa to wash away the day’s stresses and you have a complete package to meet all your needs. +27 (0)10 226 4600, suninternational.com/maslow
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hot plate
Eat, play, love …
We chat to Chef Bertus Basson about braais, his favourite over-the-fire meal, and what 2013 has in store for us on Season 2 of The Ultimate Braai Master.
Teatime
What are your culinary and personal
The Tea Chest brought TWG Tea to the Mother
plans for 2013? This year I will be
City and has now introduced the luxury tea brand
focusing a lot more on South African
to Joburgers via The Saxon. Savour the teas at
flavours at Overture. I have been quite
the hotel or order your own online and prepare the
inspired in the last few months by
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the braai! Personally, I have promised myself a little more balance than usual. You will be returning to the television screen for The Ultimate Braai Master Season 2. What can viewers expect this time around? You can look forward to a lot of beautiful scenes from this amazing country we live in, sharing an epic road trip, and more intense challenges. We have already started plotting and scheming. Look out for more challenging ingredients, tougher judges and bucketloads of fun. What were your highlights from Season 1? Meeting some fantastic people, falling in love with South Africa again and celebrating our food. The road trip has left me with some cherished memories that will be with me forever. What are your expectations for Season 2? It will be difficult for us to find a more deserving winning team than last year. But I am sure that they are out there! I am looking forward to being challenged by some of the dishes and seeing new things done on a braai. What
Hotspot
is your favourite braai recipe? A very
Located at 54 on Bath and operating under the auspices of Executive Chef Gerard
simple peri-peri chicken on the braai.
Vingerling, Level 4, one of the freshest restaurants in Joburg, has got tongues wagging, and
I really like eating with my hands, sticky
from what we’ve heard about the dessert range and afternoon teas, we plan to get there
fingers and all. bertusbasson.com
soon! +27 (0)11 344 8500, tsogosunhotels.com
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hot plate Get your motor racing Discover a new way of celebrating love this February at the Forum Company’s Valentine’s Dinner, which is being held at the sexy Turbine Hall. Guests can expect Grey Goose vodka cocktails, a gourmet three-course meal and a great party. Booking is essential. +27 (0)87 310 3888, turbinebookings@theforum.co.za
Parkhurst pub
Queen of hearths
Joining its new neighbours, Simply
Sexy warmers – who would
Asia and Melissa’s – The Food Shop,
have thought? Miele’s range
Squire’s Loft is the latest culinary hit
combines functionality and
to emerge on 4th Avenue. For meat
good looks, putting warm
lovers, it offers tantalising combos,
crockery at your fingertips.
such as biltong and avo rump. We
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Frozen dreams Wakaberry self-service frozen yogurt haven has opened up a branch at The Zone @Rosebank, right up the road from our office. Yippee! The frozen yogurt franchise offers customers a delicious experience whereby they can swirl their soft-serve frozen yoghurt and add a variety of toppings, including fresh fruit, nuts and cereals – and it’s all 98% fat-free. Seriously! +27 (0)11 447 2790, wakaberry.co.za
Loved-up feasting Visit the romantic Clico Boutique Hotel in Rosebank this month as its pulls out all the stops for its Valentine’s Dinner, and prepare to indulge in a tantalising menu, including oysters, smoked salmon and hot raspberry soufflé. +27 (0)11 252 3300, clicohotel.com
Pining for purple The funky Rösle Foldable Bowl is a fresh addition to any countertop. Available from Kitchen Passion in Parktown North. +27 (0)11 327 5943, kitchenpassion.co.za
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HOT PROPERTY
HOT decor & DESIGN
A colourful splatter of inspiration … What’s in a name? Rochester’s stunning new Camilla collection of beautifully crafted furniture will uplift any bedroom.
Johannesburg-based GEORG VAN GASS,
Available from Rochester
the award-winning designer at Goet
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Furniture & Design and principal of Gass
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Architecture Design Studios, discusses his passion for the urban and gives us his take on local design. Design philosophy? We ultimately design spaces for people. I can study people and their interactions with spaces for hours. I love it when I design a space in a certain way and people use it exactly in that way without my having to explain it to them. Design style? South African minimalism
Spray satisfaction
– minimalism with texture. Does SA have
Cobra’s square showerheads will
a unique design language? Definitely –
wash away all your daily stresses.
we have texture. Most exciting project
The sexy, sleek design works well,
you’ve worked on? I am a total urbanite, so projects in the city have a special place for me. That said, there is something
too. Available from Cobra shops nationwide. cobra.co.za
amazing about working in a beautiful setting. I’ve had the privilege of working in amazing locations, and a successful project to me is where the building complements the setting. What do you love about living in Joburg? The fact that it is actually a small town; there is something special about walking around in the parks and then driving 5km to get to the CBD. What would you like to see more of in local architecture? I would
Colour evolution
love it if new public buildings could have a
Introducing a new generation of
better relationship with the pedestrian. It’s
environmentally friendly paint: Evolve. Made
unfortunate that even the new buildings
up of 70% organic raw material, it also
going up in areas such as Sandton
dries more quickly than other wall paints,
continue to ignore the pedestrian. I
and has no solvents, zero VOCs and is lead
would like to see the integration of more
free too. Evolve’s website lets you browse
public spaces into old and new spaces.
colour schemes, enabling you to create great
Biggest accomplishments? I was recently
colour combos. Exclusive to Builders Express
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division for a pavilion-style building on the Westcliff ridge. Are you doing any work in anticipation for Cape Town’s World Design Capital 2014? Following the success of our ‘Jozi’ dining table, we will be launching our ‘Cape Town’ dining table very soon, just in time for 2014. Dream project? To design a building or group of buildings where I can make a difference to in the Johannesburg CBD and would love to design a new building in an urban setting. We are busy with proposals that will hopefully realise this dream; I can’t wait. +27 (0)11 482 2045, gass.co.za; goet.co.za
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the user and the passer-by. I love working
HOT PROPERTY
HOT decor & DESIGN Classic style We love David Llewelyn Furnishings’ collection of signature pieces, with their vintage look enhanced by a modern twist and a burst of colour. Designed by industry veteran Roy Griffiths and then manufactured in Europe from mindi wood and stained with rich walnut tones, each piece can be customised by the local finishing studio to suit your taste. +27 (0)82 389 9392, dlfurniture.co.za
Online design Mazzoe.com is the newest online platform to connect stylish and decor-savvy consumers with a host of delectable goods directly from SA’s emerging creative minds. Check out the wide range of decor, accessories and jewellery for your next shopping spree. mazzoe.com
Refresh your space Pastels are on-trend this year, and the local design team Goet have added a selection of nostalgic lilacs, blues and greys to their line-up. Marrying ethically sourced timber,
open and shut case
such as jacaranda and oak, with
Planning to revamp your home for 2013? American
chic Duco paint finishes, Goet’s
Shutters’ Decowood range completely changes the look
decor range will inject some fun
of any room. Pretty and practical, and eco- and budget-
sorbet tones into your interior.
friendly, the shutters come in a variety of styles, shapes
goet.co.za
and sizes. Visit the online showroom for inspiration. americanshutters.co.za
Win Giant Leap, a South African company specialising in workplace interior solutions, has created a magnificent coffee table book to showcase its top designs. Superior Interiors blends high-quality photography with unique content to provide readers with a fantastic window onto local design and workplace trends. We are giving away three copies. To stand a chance of winning, email editorial@medianova.co.za with your details and put ‘Giant Leap’ in the subject box. Competition closes on 28 February 2013. Ts & Cs apply. +27 (0)11 880 1490, giantleap.co.za
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HOT INDULGENCE
Great products to keep your summer flowing Music on the go Bowers & Wilkins mobile hi-fi P3 headphones are ideal for true sound on the move. Specially designed with ear-pad fabric for improved acoustics and comfort, they come with a choice of cables to attach to iPhones, other cellphones and MP3 players. Available from the HFX Group. 0861 000 861; bwloudspeakers.co.za
Summer drinking
Classic must-have
Bouchard Finlayson vineyard is
If you spend your salary on
Walker Bay and is most famous
anything this month, make it
for its Pinot Noir, with 50% of
Gucci’s latest handbag, the
its vines dedicated to this
Soft Stirrup, which sports
varietal. Try the Galpin Peak
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and is made out of
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wine is a splendid mix
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Imagine Morocco Inspired by the hot, golden sands of Morocco, white Bedouin tents, soft silk curtains and visual feasts of mosaic artworks, Jenni Button’s summer 2013 collection is sexy and cool all at the same time. Let the French metallic laces, silk chiffon dresses, rich satins and gorgeous embroidery spark your imagination. jennibutton.com
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Coveting cove We were drinking Fryer’s Cove Bamboes Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2011 these past holidays and were impressed by this West Coast wine: think green peas, litchi, green figs and asparagus. We enjoyed it with freshly picked mussels served with sweet chilli dips and lemon – pure indulgence. Look out for the 2012 vintage, which has been causing hype in wine circles, and if you’re in the Western Cape, be sure to visit Fryer’s Cove’s tasting room. fryerscove.co.za
High and dry We love this nifty machine! The Spindel is a specialist laundry spin dryer
Naturally inspired David Green’s latest nature-inspired
that is small and compact enough to take
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ebony wood have been used for the temples, and sprung hinges have been precision-crafted to contour with the wood. greeneyewear.com
Toasting the cities that never sleep Skyy Vodka, inspired by America’s party scenes in Miami, New York City and San Francisco, has launched its first limited collector’s edition. The distinctive cobalt-blue bottle now showcases world-famous landmarks, such as Ocean Drive, the Empire State Building and the Golden Gate Bridge. skyy.com
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ORA promises to continually bring the finest European brands to your home outdoors. We welcome you to our showroom in Kramerville to view our ever-expanding outdoor furniture range where you will find the perfect match for these lazy summer days. Why not make your home your holiday?
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Where heritage meets progress
Herold Gie Attorneys is a place of pros: provenance, progress, professionalism
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or Herold Gie Attorneys, remaining true to its founding ethics while staying ahead of the curve is a winning formula. This Cape Town-based firm has withstood it all in its 119-year history: political regime changes and economic recessions, not to mention the digital and technological revolutions. With a portfolio that covers many areas of law – insurance, commercial, employment and public, pension, family, property, litigation, recoveries and insolvency, and wills and estates – Herold Gie is deeply entrenched in its home city. ‘The firm has been a constant in the everchanging landscape of the Cape Town business district,’ says Chairman Linda Jordaan. ‘We have always been firmly rooted in the Western Cape community and continue to be committed to the public interest and enterprise development.’ Linda and the other directors attribute this longevity to a number of factors: retaining their heritage and founding values, establishing and maintaining lasting relationships with clients through excellent service, and nurturing and encouraging the diversity of the firm’s employees and their individual skills, all the while keeping up with current trends in technology and the global law arena. This adaptability to change is what prompted the Herold Gie team to pack up their offices in a Heritage building in Cape Town’s city centre and relocate to the contemporary, eco-friendly and techsavvy Wembley 3 development at the top of town. ‘The move was only the fourth in the firm’s 119year history, and we believed it was time to show our clients that we recognised a need to modernise and refresh the brand, both in our premises and our
corporate identity,’ says Linda. Being well over a century old, the firm needed to communicate its established expertise in a powerful yet understated way, without detracting from its heritage and core values. Interestingly, the new letterhead closely resembles the 1909 letterhead. The firm’s commitment to superior service is key to its success and is executed through specialist business units. ‘Working in focused teams, we combine the individual talent and experience of our professionals to offer a greater depth and breadth of collective expertise to our clients and hence the highest level of service,’ says Linda. The value of each employee’s individuality and skill is imperative to this multidisciplinary approach and is also integral to the firm’s culture. ‘Herold Gie recognises and celebrates diversity, in that every member of our team is an individual with unique skills, strengths and personality. This diversity enhances and translates into innovative, tailor-made solutions that directly benefit our clients,’ says CEO Shekesh Sirkar. Herold Gie’s staff members count among themselves sportsmen, a concert pianist, a radio presenter, ballroom dancers, and opera singers, to name a few, and the directors of Herold Gie believe that their valuing such diversity is one of the reasons many of the firm’s staff have been employed there for over 20 years and why so many young people are attracted to working there. This speaks volumes. The Herold Gie staff are highly trained to do very exacting tasks, often under stressful conditions, but simultaneously the team members enjoy what they do and the environment in which they do it.
Shekesh Sirkar (CEO)
Linda Jordaan (Chairman)
+27 (0)21 464 4700, heroldgie.co.za
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When location matters
If your garden is the seventh natural wonder of the world, then you have arrived at your destination, and, boy, was it worth the trip
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ollowing lat. 33 55’60 S, long. 18.25’0 E will bring you to one of the best and most prestigious addresses in Cape Town, where it nestles on the highest point of Oranjezicht against the slopes of Table Mountain and all its beauty. On the market for the first time, this majestic seven-bedroom, 1 300m 2 home delivers flexible open-plan living over three levels, making it ideal for both the entertainer - and the family-oriented homeowner. Contemporary styling is complemented by an effortless indoor-outdoor flow where the views from each of the rooms are sublime, and the clever split-level design creates a versatile template for separate spaces to make your own. The owner’s personality is everywhere, and a loving family home has been created through the use of rich, vibrant colours that bring this house to life at every turn. The wonderful entertainment areas, which are framed in floor-to-ceiling glass windows, flow effortlessly out onto sun-drenched decks where you can lose yourself for hours as you admire the beautiful woodland setting. A celebration held at this house will be enhanced by the culinary 1
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3 creativity made possible by the wonderful stainlesssteel kitchen, which would be the envy of any master chef. From the terrace your eye is drawn to the large, level lawn and sparkling infinity pool perched on the edge of this rural-like property, where you have only the trees in the forest beyond for company. There is a triple garage and parking for further cars on the property. Oranjezicht is one of Cape Town’s most exclusive suburbs. It is in close proximity to the V &A Waterfront and just a few minutes from the world’s finest beaches in Clifton and Camps Bay. Gerlinde Moser International Sales Team, Gerlinde Moser, +27 (0)82 569 4644, +27 (0)21 422 3976, +27 (0)83 357 7981, gerlinde@remaxliving.co.za
4 Re/Max Living Summer Concerts in De Waal Park Heralded as one of the top five parks to visit in Cape Town, the large public De Waal Park is where the community gets together. It’s one of the few public parks where pet owners can walk their dogs freely and as such is frequented by many residents and their canine friends, making it a safe and fun place to visit. The park also hosts the RE/MAX De Waal Park Summer Concert series, where local music talent is showcased and various well-known artists entertain visitors. The concerts are free and fully sponsored by RE/MAX Living and organised by Friends of De Waal Park as a way of supporting the park and maintaining its many facilities on behalf of the many residents who visit it daily. De Waal Public Park’s facilities include a fully equipped children’s playground, a bandstand where yoga and art classes are often held and a beautiful fountain which forms the centrepiece of the park and provides a tranquil and soothing sound after a hard day’s work. RE/MAX Living prides itself on supporting many community initiatives, including local neighbourhood watches, night shelters, schools, orphanages, and sporting and cultural events, to name a few.
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The ABCs of restoration A good dose of restoration and glamour has been used to create this unusual seaside home Words Genevieve Fisher
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Opening page The facade is sympathetic to the building’s Heritage status. This page, clockwise from top The fuchsia sofa and baby grand piano set the glamorous tone for the rest of the house; retro copper pendant lights are juxtaposed against raw brickwork in the living areas.
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“I thought about the prospect of creating a New York-style loft overlooking the sea and set about achieving this, whilst sensitively preserving its historical importance”
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hat attracted the homeowners to this Simon’s Town property was not only its location, but also the potential of this ‘grand piece of architecture’. This home, formerly a dilapidated youth hostel, is situated across the road from the naval base and overlooks the False Bay coast. The owner says: ‘She was in such a sad state when we bought her that the underpinnings of the building were at severe risk as a result of the removal of the water-retaining trees on the mountain behind. She looked set to move right into the sea!’ The couple, previously from Johannesburg, came across this large Heritage building, ABC, while they were searching for a seaside holiday home. It was built as a bakery servicing the SA Navy in the 1800s. ‘I thought about the prospect of creating a New York-style loft overlooking the sea and set about achieving this, whilst sensitively preserving its historical importance,’ says the owner. Most importantly, it needed to be able to easily accommodate the couple’s young children and their pet dogs.
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Clockwise from top The sparkling kitchen countertop provides a focal point; spaciousness is an advantage of old homes; antique elements tone down the glitz.
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But, first things first: the building had to be rescued from structural demise and extended to be family- and pooch-proof. The owners enlisted architect Mike Shaw, who converted the loft area into three bedrooms, extended the living space outwards towards the mountain at the back and put a living area on the second floor, adjoining the patio and garden. The first floor extension includes a home gym and separate flatlet. The whole process was achieved without touching the front facade, and skylights were installed so that the windows on the front walls remained intact, as did the building’s Heritage status. Once the structural changes were under way, Neil Suttie and Floris Marais of Suttie & Marais Designs lent their expert touch to the interiors. Neil says, ‘We worked on the owner’s home in Joburg and at the time we were also based there. Floris spearheaded the project with the clients’ input and he had to fly down to Cape Town twice a month.’ The clients wanted to do something to balance the
sombreness of the home’s Heritage status and so fun, bold colours, gold accents and contemporary fittings were used to contrast with the exposed brickwork, copper piping and reused wood. Much of the furniture comes from the couple’s home in Joburg and has been reupholstered in bold colours – think fuchsia, purple and gold. ‘Because of the sea-facing orientation, the light flowing through the windows is exceptional and, together with the voluminous space, allows for eccentricity in the colour palette,’ says Neil. Upon entering the three-level home, on the first level your eyes are drawn to the bright-pink builtin sofa positioned next to a baby grand, which sets the glamorous tone for the rest of the experience, including art deco copper pendant lamps juxtaposed against the exposed raw brick throughout the home and a curved golden vinyl seating unit nestling against blue velvet curtains in the cinema room. A floating wooden staircase leads to the living area with its navy-blue walls, on which a series of silver
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“The top level is a peaceful enclave consisting of the main-en-suite bedroom, two more bedrooms and a bathroom”
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Opposite, top to bottom High-tech equipment and modern downlights provide a foil to the beach house feel of the converted loft bedrooms. This page Old wingbacks from the family’s previous home have been re-upholstered for the contemporary TV nook.
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prime property buffalo horns hangs, and an antique wooden dining table is juxtaposed against a large sparkling sapphireblue granite kitchen countertop that winks at you continuously. And then there is the Midas guest bathroom: inspired by the owners’ trip to Paris, where they ate at an all-gold restaurant, it is done up completely in a golden mosaic and features a golden ‘throne’ too. The top level is a peaceful enclave consisting of the main-en-suite bedroom, two more bedrooms and a bathroom. The main bedroom has a calm nautical feel, and a glass barrier separates the bathroom from the sleeping area. The other bedrooms have a beach house feel, but with extravagant touches. According to Neil, the biggest challenge was completing the project in time for the festive season, but despite the mad rush towards completion and the stress of getting the builders out and the pool finished, it was all worth it when the clients called
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prime property after seeing the home for the first time and reported that they were exceptionally happy and grateful. There must’ve been something in air in the quaint seaside village of Simon’s Town – or maybe it was the great synergy of everyone involved in the transformation of this grand old dame of a property – because shortly after the project was completed the family moved to Cape Town permanently, as did Neil and Floris. The home is now available to rent as a holiday home from Perfect Hideaways. ‘Working on this project in Simon’s Town made us fall in love with the Cape; the views, the Victorian charm and Heritage buildings are idyllic,’ says Neil. We couldn’t agree more. With thanks to … Suttie & Marais Design, +27 (0)82 448 8222, +27 (0)72 298 8527 Perfect Hideaways, +27 (0)21 790 0972, perfecthideaways.co.za
Opposite The outdoor living area commands views of picturesque Simon’s Town. This page The metallic-hued bathrooms were inspired by the owners’ travels.
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Small Spaces
e d i s t ou Think the box
It takes a creative mind to look at a tiny space under the stairs and turn it into a revolutionary area of your home. We investigate some clever interpretations of small spaces. Words Nicky Manson
Jenny Mills Architecture & Interiors, jma.za.net
Rack it up This Clifton beach bungalow designed by Jenny Mills Architecture & Interiors is only 110m2, yet the architects have managed to incorporate three bedrooms and four bathrooms. The design of the kitchen is a big space-saver, thanks to the L-shaped counter and a wall of units crammed with ovens, a washer and dryer and a pantry. Kitchen Clinic came on board, and the result is a space that, despites its size, is a great space for entertaining. The dining room table serves as a work surface too, while glass splashbacks reflect the sea views, making the house seem larger than it is.
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Benchmark Every home, despite its size, needs a dining area, and this small flat’s built-in bench saves a lot of space by eliminating the need to place the table and chairs at the centre of the room. Beneath the bench is storage space, a rare commodity in small homes.
Water-closet drama Older homes typically have a separate loo area and these are usually the smallest spaces and as such are often neglected. But through the careful selecting of the sexy sanware that’s available to you today, you can transform these spaces. This guest bathroom makes use of a wall-hung toilet – a huge space saver – while the carefully suspended vanity cupboard allows the floor to continue uninterrupted, so that the room seems larger. Similarily, instead of hanging a small mirror above the basin, use a fullsized wall mirror to heighten the illusion of roominess.
Interior Designer Patricia Jackson, +27 (0)82 900 9807
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Double life Cape Town-based interior designer Patricia Jackson believes it only takes a little imagination to work with small spaces, and the examples on this page prove her point to perfection. Many apartments’ second bedroom is a broom closet of a space, but you can make the situation work by cleverly incorporating the bed into the design of the bedroom. That way, all furnishings are kept to one side, leaving you free to cover the remaining walls with framed art, mirrors and the like. The bottom cupboards in this example are used for storing shoes and bags, while the drawers just above are ingeniously designed to double as bedside tables when opened. The lights on the display shelf can also be used for reading, and the switch is conveniently positioned on the side panel next to the bed.
Divide and conquer Open plan is usually key in small spaces, to avoid tiny rooms and airless corridors; however, rooms often require some sort of separation. Plantation Shutters’ products make excellent room dividers: rolling out like a sliding door, they can be opened up to create space or closed to create privacy, all the while allowing air to circulate and light to penetrate. Plantation Shutters, plantation.co.za
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Small Spaces
Tips from the pros Power plant
5rooms.com, the online home and
Small gardens can be turned into awe-inspiring spaces, as demonstrated by Craig de Necker from
lifestyle store, offers the following
The Friendly Plant, an award-winning, Johannesburg-based garden design and landscaping company.
advice for making the most of
This Mediterranean-inspired garden has been built on just 60m2. Fire and water are great elements to
small spaces:
introduce into a small garden, because they are so powerful and create great focal areas. The patio incorporates a water feature integrated with a firepit, to save space. The functional firepit allows for
Stack it
outdoor cooking and entertaining, while the artwork behind the seating area doubles as a store for
One of the easiest ways to make
herbs within the frame.
the most of your space is by using stackable items. Whether they are chairs or storage items, by carefully selecting the right stackable items for your space, you can open it up and utilise it optimally. Double up Doubling up is the obvious solution to cramped spaces, and it makes sense to invest in multifunctional furniture and decor pieces. Get organised – store it Organising a space and packing away clutter is a sure way of making a space look cleaner and bigger. Choose a storage unit that suits the colour scheme and style of the room so that it can blend in seamlessly with the rest of the furniture. A kids’ room can easily become cluttered with toys, crayons, etc. The simplest way to ensure that kids keep their room neat and tidy is to furnish it with colourful storage units, so that tidying up becomes fun. Let the light in With the right lighting, any room will appear more spacious. To
The Friendly Plant, thefriendlyplant.co.za
open up the space, remove any drapery that’s blocking out the natural light. Alternatively, use artificial lighting, such as compact floor lamps, to create ambient lighting in the space.
Shelves – the plan Small, awkward wall spaces at the end of corridors or under the stairs can be turned into striking canvases with some smart shelving positioning, as seen inside luxury lodge umSisi House in White River, Mpumalanga. To make use of every inch of available wallspace, they commissioned the construction of bookcases of various levels, to create a platform on which to display the owners’ collection of trinkets, curios and souvenirs from their travels. The result is a striking work of art on what would have otherwise remained a bland wallspace.
umSisi House, umsisihouse.com
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Add colour Colour can instantly make a room look bigger or smaller, so choose carefully. By using metallic colours here and there, you can create reflective surfaces that will add a feeling of space. Also, by coordinating wall and furniture colours, you’ll make the furniture appear less intrusive, and the room will seem bigger. 5rooms.com
design profile
The noble art Named after a revered historical figure, the award-winning Makana House firmly sets Kritzinger Architects amid SA’s design aristocracy Words Tammy Sutherns
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ritzinger Architects has made a name for itself not only locally, but also abroad, with the projects that combine founders Jed Kritzinger and Julia Abell’s international expertise making for an impressive portfolio. However, it is their recent awardwinning Makana House that has really illuminated the team’s commitment to designing innovative buildings that are socially, economically and environmentally responsible. ‘The ability to work smart in a competitive market is key,’ explains Jed, who co-founded the Cape Town-based studio with Julia in 2010. Jed had just completed the new Cape Town International Airport and a beach house on the
West Coast and, together with Julia, decided to solidify a decade of international experience. They had worked together on a number of high-profile projects, including the British Museum and projects for Imperial College in London. It’s been three years since they joined forces and they haven’t looked back, delivering cutting-edge designs that are internationally recognised. Jed says, ‘Delivering quality architecture is a team effort and requires collaboration between client, architect and the construction team, so that together we deliver buildings beyond our client’s expectations.’ It’s a recipe for success: their Makana House won Best Architecture Single Residence Africa at the African Property Awards 2012 as well as
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design profile the award for Best Residence in Africa at the International Property Awards. The weekend home is named after the famous Xhosa chief, Makana, and is positioned on a private farm in the Eastern Cape. Jed explains, ‘Makana House was well received because its form is bold and contemporary, with a touch of local South African reflected in the palette of materials and textures we chose. The building’s form expresses its function, offering the ultimate indoor-outdoor living experience with an emphasis on embracing the dramatic views.’ With sustainability key to the functionality of the design, the brief included creating a transparent building that breaks down the barriers between indoor and outdoor living, raising the first floor to enhance the sense of arrival, maximising the view, employing local contractors and using local building materials for construction, and creating an environmentally friendly building that functions off-grid. The result is a home where solar panels and a solar domestic hot water system are utilised, gas is used for cooking, an on-site waste management system is incorporated and non-potable water is pumped from the Bushman’s River and stored in tanks for household use. The design also features many examples of aesthetic innovation, including an ‘arrival axis’, which begins as one approaches the building and culminates with the impact of an infinity pool as a focal point that draws the eye towards the view. The team took care to fully understand the client’s needs and aspirations and translated these into a beautiful building, and the fluidity of this
process made Makana House one of Jed’s favourite projects. ‘Working with an open-minded client who was looking for a bold architectural statement was a joy,’ he says. Among Jed and Julia’s other favourite designs are a number of courtyard houses in Mauritius, where the open-plan living spaces were designed around a series of tropical courtyards and pools. The duo’s love of design is immediately apparent in their work. ‘To be successful, you have to embrace architecture with passion and make it your life, as it is an all-encompassing profession,’ they say. ‘Hard work and passion will ultimately pay off.’ Julia explains that she and Jed are fortunate in that they share the same passion for design and architecture. They met in London in 1995 while working for the renowned architect Norman Foster. ‘We spent most evenings and weekends in the office. There was a great energy working in the Foster studio at the time, so we didn’t mind putting in the hours. We learned a lot and are fortunate to have had one of the greatest architects of this century as our mentor.’ Given their hands-on approach and their belief that the quality of people’s lives is directly influenced by the quality of their surroundings, there is no doubt that Makana House will not be the last award-winning project from Kritzinger Architects. Among other projects, the team is already looking forward to completing a large house on the Atlantic seaboard. Jed puts it quite simply: ‘Watch this space.’ kritzingerarchitects.com
Opening page The award-winning Makana House strikes a pose against an Eastern Cape landscape; Julia and Jed. This spread, left Makana’s indoor and outdoor living areas are entwined; a Mauritius home is included among the duo’s favourite projects.
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lighting
The Age of Enlightenment
We illuminate 2013’s latest lighting collections
This classic bronze table lamp adds a touch of class to a study. classicrevivals.co.za
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Box Living’s Klum
hanging lamps are made
them ideal for outdoor use. Available in three different
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shapes and sizes.
K. Light Import’s
boxliving.co.za
2013 collection includes these sleek, nauticalthemed, energy-saving metal pendant lights.
Goet’s
Perfect for decorating an
beautiful pendant
entertainment space.
lights are made from
klight.co.za
ethically sourced timbers, including ash, jacaranda, oak, kiaat and walnut. Pretty Duco paintwork in pastels completes the look. goet.co.za
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from hand-forged metal,
and the mesh panels make
glass dreams Displayed as a group or independently, our latest imported luminaire are sure to inspire the dĂŠcor for any room. This majestic glass pendant range, comprising of 12 assorted shapes, is available in either amber, smokey, chrome or clear glass.
Codes: CA-KLCH-001 / CA-KLCH-012 Glass: Amber, Smokey, Chrome or Clear Glass IP 20 Complies to SANS IEC 60598-2-1 Standard
Cape Town: 7 Kunene Circle Omuramba Business Park Milnerton Tel: 021 552 4370
info@klight.co.za
Johannesburg: Units 8 & 9, The Arena Capital Hill Business Park Halfway House, Midrand Tel: 011 312 1247
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This smoky glass ball pendant can be used in
any room. Available from
The Torre from Mobelli’s Summer 2013 collection is an innovative, illuminated piece of furniture that can be used as a seat, a side table,
a light or light tower or an ottoman.
The Lighting Warehouse, its simple design lets it blend in
The stackable, multifunctional
with any decor scheme.
pieces are a fun addition to any
lightingwarehouse.co.za
outdoor area. mobelli.co.za
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We love the Modern Home Company’s latest collections,
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Moooi’s Mask Lamp combines light with an interesting shape, creating a focal point in any room. It’s made from pressed
which include a number of
oak veneer with a chrome base
statement pieces, such as the Daddy-
and is available in white,
Long-Legs standing lamp and, our
black and natural.
favourite, the Vonk pendant light.
moooi.com
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LUXURIOUS AND TRANQUIL Q on First is an exclusive guest house set in a landscaped garden in leafy Parktown North, offering luxurious and tranquil accommodation. We strive to provide the perfect, peaceful setting with top-class service to ensure your stay is comfortable and relaxing.
Q on First offers a range of luxurious en-suite bedrooms. All rooms have underfloor heating, DStv, WiFi, tea- and coffee-making facilities as well as a fully stocked fridge. A heated pool is overlooked by a large comfortable lounge with verandah and bar, making for a very relaxed atmosphere.
Parktown North is centrally located, minutes from Rosebank and a short drive from Sandton, both of which are serviced by the Gautrain. Parktown North is also home to some of the best steakhouses and restaurants in Johannesburg.
The three reception rooms are ideal for launches and corporate events. Boardroom facilities for 10 delegates and conference facilities for up to 30 delegates are available. Airport transfer as well as other shuttle services are available on request.
Q on First Guest House | 39 A - First Avenue East | Parktown North | info@QonFirst.co.za | QonFirst.co.za Tel: +27 (0)11 447 5767 | Fax: +27 (0)11 442 7852 | Wilma cell: +27 (0)82 479 2451 | Jeremy cell: +27 (0)82 572 9947
A HOTEL FOR YOU From the moment you enter the lobby, you sense a sophisticated yet classical atmosphere and discover a hotel that combines all the elements of luxury and great attention to detail. 54 on Bath is contemporary, boutique, and a hotel for you.
54 Bath Avenue, Rosebank, 2196, Johannesburg P.O.Box 3046, Saxonwold, 2132 Tel: +27 11 344 8500 Email: 54onbath.reservations@tsogosun.com Follow us on Twitter @54onBath
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hat struck me first upon my entering The Oyster Box in Umhlanga was its beautiful art and decor collection. Adorned to the brim with carefully chosen objets d’art and striking paintings, it’s more like entering an art collector’s home than a hotel, and, of course, that is what really sets The Oyster Box apart from its neighbours – its personal touches, thanks to it still being family run by the Tollmans. Some
60-odd years since the hotel’s establishment, this personal touch is still evident throughout. Following an extensive rebuild just three years ago, the architecture is strikingly colonial and exudes old‑world charm while hiding a myriad of modern facilities. Done under the creative eye of Anton de Kock of M2K Architecture, it was important that the renovations retained the premises’ connection with the sea, which was achieved by accentuating the breathtaking views and creating a lush garden
Sophistication, luxury, sea breezes and fragrant frangipani are all rolled up into one unforgettable experience at The Oyster Box in KZN Words Nicky Manson
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paradise behind the hotel. This is where one of the pools sits alongside the chic spa, which has carved out its own reputation for excellence. In the garden you will also find tranquil water features, a Victorian-style gazebo and an amphitheatre used for wedding ceremonies. Originally built as a mere beach cottage in 1863 and used as a navigational beacon, the property was turned into a hotel in the 1950s and has since undergone a number of renovations, and each layer of changes is still reflected in its architectural style. The Tollman family love the glamour of the 1940s and ’50s, as can be seen in their choice of decor and furnishings. Mediterranean elements are also present, with a combination of archways and spiral staircases. The black-and-white terrazzo floor tiles from the original hotel reception have been carefully reproduced and are used throughout the hotel. The revolving door at the entrance still remains, as does the wrought-iron balustrade. The Oyster Box also prides itself on its original KwaZulu-Natal art collection: over 100
paintings from 12 artists hang on its whitewashed walls and speak of the Tollmans’ passion for art. Beautiful furniture spills over from room to room, while bold fabrics and elaborate sculptures create evocative focal points. The double-volume Palm Court is the heart of the hotel and a masterpiece in its own right. Previously open to the heavens, it encloses tall green palms beneath the ceiling. Beautiful tables are laden with elegant crockery and silver cutlery, awaiting the ladies to take afternoon tea. The decadent spread of mouth-watering treats is highlighted by twinkling chandeliers and tempts even the strong-willed. Dining is an indulgent experience, and choice is key. The Grill Room is fine dining at its best and hosts a weekly dinner dance. The Ocean Terrace has the best curry buffet in town – and I’m speaking from experience – as well as a wood-fired pizza oven. There is also the Lighthouse Bar (which could well have the best views in town), the Oyster Bar, Chukka Bar and the intimate sunken wine cellar. Outside, the terrace overlooks a heated infinity
pool, which in turn overlooks the Indian Ocean. Standing tall and watching over the hotel is the historic bright-red-and-white-striped lighthouse, completing the postcard-perfect picture. The beach is just a few steps below, and guests can linger on the matching red-and-white-striped sun loungers dotted along the golden sands and the manicured lawns. With its beautiful spaces, immaculate attention to detail and gracious service, the hotel lives up to its five stars. But did you know that this sophisticated hotel is also child-friendly (as well as pet-friendly)? From a welcome pack filled with goodies, such as fishing nets and beach balls, to the child-friendly restaurants and pool and holiday club, The Oyster Box ensures that parents enjoy a much-needed break away from the little ones too! The rooms are decked out with kids’ chairs, cots and sweet platters, and you can even hire an Oyster Box pram. Outside, the slush machine, soft-serve and candyfloss makers add a memorable touch to any kids’ – or grown-ups – seaside holiday. +27 (0)31 514 5000, oysterboxhotel.co.za
Opening page, clockwise from top The infinity pool with its breathtaking views; the library and the spa. This page Elegant dining at the Grill House; a relaxing nook and private plunge pool. Opposite page, top to bottom Old-school glamour thanks to the wrought-iron balustrade; the sexy Lighthouse Bar; a bath with a view; kids’ play area.
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Buy to let now,
or don’t blame me later Berry Everitt, MD of Chas Everitt International Property Group, incisively deduces which segment of the property buyers’ market you should be focusing on
F
irst-time homebuyers, who currently account for about 40% of mortgage applications and home loan approvals, are supposedly driving the real estate market at the moment. Of course it is a wonderful time for them to be making their first property moves. Interest rates are just about as low as they are going to go, home prices are at the bottom of a cycle (and being depressed by strict bank valuations) and better salaries and lower debts mean more disposable income with which to pay for a home. What is striking, though, is how various factors steadily pushed up the average age of first-time buyers in South Africa. In 2002 it was 28, in 2005 it was 31 and now it is 37, a fact that opens up a whole new way of looking at the market and what trends one might expect to see strengthening over the next year or two. I see the demand for rental properties continuing to rise strongly, firstly because young adults can be expected to be tenants now for 12 to 15 years at least before becoming homeowners, and secondly, because SA’s population is steadily getting ‘younger’, so the potential number of those tenants is increasing. This spells good times for buy-to-let investors, especially if you consider that many young people who could probably afford to buy their own home
earlier are not doing so because they prefer the flexibility that renting gives them to travel and follow job opportunities. On top of this, many have found that if they rent they can live in upmarket or trendy areas where they could never afford to buy, especially if those areas are close to work and enable them to offset their rent with lower transport costs. I anticipate that the trend towards smaller average homes sizes will accelerate, propelled by concerns about the rising cost of living and of home ownership, including property rates, municipal service charges and home maintenance, which don’t only apply to first-time buyers but are prompting many existing homeowners to downsize (just as soon as their 20-something children leave home) and buy up smaller homes that might otherwise have gone to first-time buyers or, more likely, to tenants via buyto-let investors. Thirdly, I believe that price growth will fairly rapidly get ahead of the rate of inflation once more, not least because of the slow supply of new homes, which will also, of course, put further upward pressure on rentals. Many builders and developers just can’t deliver new homes at competitive prices in the face of rising building costs, which the Bureau for Economic Research estimates will show a 12,1% increase this year and a 16,3% increase in 2013, and this is clearly reflected in a 13% decline this year
in the number of plans being passed to build new homes over the next 18 to 24 months as well as a drop of almost 10% in the number of smaller homes that have been built in the past year. As prices rise, so home ownership will once again become less affordable (and possibly less attractive) to first-time buyers, whose average age will probably rise even further as they continue to rent. We will have come full circle. That leads me to observe that if the current stats are correct, then about 60% of those obtaining home loans now are not first-time buyers. About 9%, it is estimated, are buy-to-let investors, but that still means that more than half are experienced homeowners who are either buying for the second, third or even fourth time as they upgrade, downsize or relocate, or taking equity loans to improve their existing homes, pay university fees or help their children buy a home. In other words, perhaps they are really the ones with the money or the leverage to make the best use of the current interest rate and price advantages, and perhaps we should be paying them more attention.
Berry Everitt, MD, Chas Everitt International Property Group
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johannesburg Residential
Your Move Sandy Geffen, Executive Director of Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty, says creative genius is required when decorating and enlivening small, delicate spaces.
Ring-fenced investment With security on the minds of many South Africans, the popularity of secure gated-estate living simply makes sense. A recent study by the Property Sector Charter Council (PSCC) shows that South Africa’s gated estates account for more than a quarter of the R3-trillion total value of the residential property market. Jeff Gilmour, president of the Association of Residential Communities (ARC), says, ‘It is also almost double the R420-billion value that the PSCC put on the nation’s retail shopping centres.’ The survey also illustrates that annual rates by estate homeowners equates to R4,7 billion, while their collective levies total R8 billion annually. It also shows that 87% of the average property values in South Africa’s
Whether your ‘small space’ is a tiny apartment
gated estates are more than R2 million, 67% are over R3 million, 34% exceed R5 million, 16%
on the beachfront or an inland cottage in suburbia,
are R7 million-plus and 8% are over R20 million. 086 146 2463, hoasupport.co.za
it is essential to create a visual outlook where you bring the exterior, be it sea, garden or sky, into the home. Your windows should be as large as possible. Next, visualise a pure white space glistening with sunlight and intensive, feather-light touches of glorious colour. Floor tiling should be identical throughout in white, the same as the walls, and try to keep the tiles the largest square meterage you can. Curtaining in white, or white blinds, continues to create an impression of space, and the couch seating area should be against the wall with a small styled outlet making an L-shape into the room. Mirrors on at least half of the wall space double the size and the vision and reflect special effects from outside the enclosure, and the cupboards in the bedrooms and the kitchen as well as any units in the lounge should be in white Duco. Perhaps by now you can picture a home in the Mediterranean and all you need are colourful
The show unit at Artisan Lofts, Maboneng Precinct.
flowers, suitably chosen for various spaces, displayed in glass or elegant modernistic vases. throws and highlight with light green. Pillows or
Rocketing sales
cushions should follow the same pattern with a
Several residential developments in Johannesburg’s inner city are selling well because
touch of cream and beige perhaps, but don’t be
of renewed interest in the area. A leading example is the mixed-use Maboneng Precinct,
afraid to keep to your vision of white. Add some
which has shown impressive sales figures since its launch in 2009. With its intriguing mix
orchids in white and cerise if you prefer.
of New Age galleries, art studios and creative venues as well as its offices, retail spaces
When it comes to equipment, everything has to
and residential units, Maboneng is a magnet for investors, says Andrew Kumm, a director
be lean and mean in the kitchen, and for your
of RED-i (Real Estate Development Interactive). He notes that there is 100% occupancy at
computer requirements, the desk or working area
the Main Street Life phase, that all units at both Revolution House and Fox Street Studios
should also be in white, and small and elegant.
sold off plan and that 40% have already sold off plan at Artisan Lofts, which is under
Be bold; do not fear the beauty that is created in
construction. Artisan Lofts has a show unit available, and is set to be completed this year.
this environment. You will get a feeling of space
‘If one considers the value for money here and the prospect of respectable rental yields
and serenity, coupled with elegant colour. Glass
combined with Urban Development Zone tax incentives, this an ideal place to build an
is a wonderful element to bring into a small white
investment portfolio,’ says Andrew. +27 (0)10 007 0080, mabonengprecinct.com
Bring in the colour turquoise in your paintings and
space. Therefore the dining room table and all coffee tables should be in glass, in interesting tables, for example, and invest in a dining table that
Cosmo life
is contained but able to expand to a 12-seater. The
Imbued with cosmopolitan energy and designed to appeal to residents and investors, the
dining room chairs should be in white, to match
Cymbeline apartments and clusters development in Fourways is close to amenities and attractions,
the couch. The legs of all furniture should be in
such as Design Quarter, Fourways Mall, Nicolway Bryanston shopping centre, the NHC Medical
stainless steel and the little patio or small garden
Centre and Montecasino. The warm and inviting complex comprises modern apartments and
if you have one should follow suit, that is, white
stylish, comfortable cluster homes. One-bedroom en-suite apartments are priced from R599 000,
exteriors with stainless steel furniture especially
two-bedroom en-suite apartments are priced from R899 000, and three-bedroom en-suite
made for the outdoors.
clusters are priced from R1,799 million. +27 (0)11 884 3103, lynnestates.co.za
shapes and sizes. Use curved glass for the coffee
A vision in white is the purest joy – be bold and try it out in very small spaces. I leave you with this thought from the late Roger Banks-Pye of Colfax & Fowler: ‘Whatever you do in your hadn’t taken your vision right to the end. Make a bold statement.’ Until next time, Sandy
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Words Candace King
decorating philosophy, be brave … Never wish you
Johannesburg Commercial
Hot potato Property investment and development company Atterbury has broken ground on the R1,3-billion mixed-use retail and business development, Newtown Junction, in Johannesburg’s CBD. Integrating with the Heritage and artistic attractions of the Newtown precinct, Newtown Junction will consist of a 40 000m2 shopping centre, offices of almost equal size, a hotel, a gym and four levels of basement parking with 2 400 bays. The Johannesburg Property Company (JPC) and counsel from the South African Heritage Resources Agency (SAHRA) are involved
Shining results
in the Heritage aspects of the development, which is being created
Since its inception as a pilot project in Soweto in 2005, the Tsogo
Mr Price, Truworths and Foschini have all confirmed their brands for
Sun Book-a-Guesthouse programme has shown tremendous
Newtown Junction’s shopping and fashion node, and Nedbank intends to
growth. The programme was designed and implemented to
consolidate its Joburg offices within the development as well as achieve
facilitate the development of sustainable hospitality businesses,
a four-star Green Star rating for these offices from the Green Building
and in the past year the number of independently owned
Council of South Africa. ‘It will be sustainable while preserving Joburg’s
B & Bs and guest houses increased by 17, bringing the total to
history and revitalising our heritage and creating a space that is relevant
60 establishments. ‘Book-a-Guesthouse operates on a three-year
to those who live, work and travel in the city today. Newtown Junction
model, during which time intensive support is provided in the first
will be a unique, lively hub where people can shop, eat, relax, linger and
year, general support in the second year, and monitored support in
connect with one another and the unique and compelling city legacy
the third. In this way, by the end of the third year, the guest houses
surrounding them,’ says Atterbury Property Developments MD, James
are independent, well-run, well-managed, sustainable businesses,’
Ehlers. Newtown Junction is set to be completed in the next two years.
explains Candy Tothill, Tsogo Sun’s group empowerment manager.
+27 (0)11 706 1176, atterbury.co.za
out of the historic 1912 Potato Shed building. Pick n Pay, Shoprite,
‘Our year-on-year results within the member establishments are steadily improving and over the seven-year period that we have been operating we have seen them achieve a combined estimated average of R15,5 million in turnover and more than 2 000 indirect jobs created.’ bookaguesthouse.co.za
Loving London A recent report shows that wealthy South Africans are buying more London property than their Swiss, Singaporean and Saudi counterparts combined. The report by global property consultancy Knight Frank shows that wealthy South Africans comprise the 11th most active nationality in the £1-million-plus property segment (about R14 million-
Spicing up Sandton
plus) and that these buyers have been more active than buyers from
Liberty Holdings and Pareto have approved a R450-million investment in
three years. ‘This news comes as little surprise,’ says Mike Smuts,
refurbishing the iconic Sandton Twin Towers office complex. ‘The time is
managing director of Smuts & Taylor, a firm specialising in assisting
right to give this grand old dame of Sandton a contemporary new look.
wealthy South African investors enter the London property market.
The building is a prime asset in its owner’s property portfolios (Liberty
‘Rich South Africans are highly sensible with their investments and are
75%; Pareto 25%) and as the development managers, we are proud to
looking at London property as a safe haven amidst the weak domestic
once again be involved in redefining the Sandton skyline,’ says Giles
economic outlook and continuing uncertainty about the timing of the
Pendleton, managing director of developments at Liberty Properties.
global economic recovery. London bricks-and-mortar is fast becoming
The refurb will involve external improvements, including a refreshed
the new “Swiss bank account”.’ Mike notes that these local investors
facade, as well as a central glass atrium linking the two structures
are not seeking to emigrate but rather are making use of the greatly
from top to bottom. Other enhancements will include a redesigned
relaxed foreign exchange regulations to move a portion of their wealth
lobby and lift area with glass and marble finishes and vertical garden.
to a stable economy with a strong currency. ‘For some time now, the
‘From a leasing perspective, we are targeting the high-end local and
prime Central London residential market has seemingly defied the laws
international corporate market. We envisage key businesses securing
of gravity. Whilst the rest of the UK, Europe and the United States are
whole floors at a time,’ says Giles. The landmark building will be renamed
generally showing, at best, weak economic growth, the Central London
Atrium on 5th, and the refurb is set to be completed in late 2014.
market is booming, and savvy South African investors have definitely
+27 (0)11 408 5111, libertyproperties.co.za
benefited,’ Mike says. smutsandtaylor.com
wealthier countries, including Germany and Canada, over the past
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Seychelles Driving into the sea
Eden Plaza on Eden Island is the country’s first upmarket shopping mall. We catch up with AARTI VIJAY of Vijay Construction to learn more about this development. Luxury residential marina development Eden Island partied hard last August in celebration of the opening of Eden Plaza. Set on one of the world’s most beautiful waterfront sites, the three-storey plaza has over 55 shops, restaurants and bars, and Aarti says she’s had a very enthusiastic response from retailers keen on accessing the busy Seychelles tourism market. ‘Even though it’s a new concept for the Seychelles, 60% of the retail space has already been reserved,’ says Aarti. On the huge decks overlooking the superyacht marina, the valuable restaurant sites have also been going fast. Already, French, Italian, South African and Arabian theme restaurants and an ice cream parlour are under construction and look set to do a roaring trade. The top floor of the plaza houses offices and function rooms as well as lifestyle areas including a kids’ play zone, bowling alley, spa and gym. Secure underground parking for 250 cars is available to visitors and 100 golf buggy spaces have been set aside for residents. Architecturally, the plaza draws inspiration from the rich Creole heritage of the islands and blends in beautifully with the contemporary Seychellois style of Eden Island. Rentals range from $40/m2 to $60/m2 (about R350/m2 to R520/m2), and with many South African brands having already signed up, Eden Plaza looks set to become a home from home for the tourists and Eden Island homeowners, who just love this island paradise. +248 4373423, vijay.sc
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Double mileage South Africans will be pleased to know that they will be able to fly to Seychelles more frequently, now that Air Seychelles has announced significant changes to its international flight schedule. From 24 March 2013 there will be increased weekly flights to Johannesburg, Mauritius and Abu Dhabi, doubling the airline’s weekly international services from 8 to 16. With an additional service to Johannesburg and Mauritius, a total of three services per week to each destination will be the reality. On its website, Air Seychelles announced that Johannesburg’s three weekly return services will move to daytime departures and arrivals, shifting from the current overnight services and enhancing connectivity across South Africa. Connections to Cape Town will increase from 31 to 45 per week, connections to Durban will increase from 22 to 38 per week, and connections to Johannesburg will increase from 24 to 61 per week. Regionally, connections will increase from 29 to 72 per week. +248 439 1000, airseychelles.com
TLC In an effort to enhance tourism and commercial property in Seychelles, the Seychelles Investment Board (SIB) has invited tenders for the development of a hotel on Île Soleil, a reclaimed 123 000m2 island situated on the east coast of Mahé. Local as well as international individuals and companies are allowed to tender for the contract, which the SIB has put forward on behalf of the company, 2020 Development (Seychelles). The terms stipulate that the tender is open to Seychellois citizens and companies with 100% Seychellois shareholding; foreign investors and companies with 100% non-Seychellois shareholding; and partnerships of both Seychellois and foreign investors. The hotel, which will enjoy fantastic sea views, will cover 29 920m2 and, because it will be close to the international and domestic airports, will primarily serve people in transit. The successful bidders will have to take nature, culture and education into account. ‘The tourism project on Île Soleil needs to be nature-based. We need to ensure that the environment is respected at all times, even during the design phase, through to the construction and post-occupancy stage,’ 2020 Development (Seychelles) Chairman, Barry Faure, said at the tender-launch ceremony. At a price of Rs5 000 (R3 279), the tender document can be purchased from the SIB until 23 November 2013. +248 429 5500, sib.gov.sc
Words Candace King, Sam Gates
Shopping extravaganza
Few things can be more relaxing than sipping a cocktail at sunset and staring out over the Indian Ocean. Four Seasons Resort Seychelles has taken this soothing experience and thrown a few green balls into the remedying leisure mix by establishing the eco-friendly Sunset Golf experience at its Petite Anse driving range, where guests get the opportunity to drive biodegradable golf balls into the ocean. Different yard markers are set out in the bay, and budding or expert golfers try hitting them with Ecobioballs. ‘The ocean is the perfect expanse in which to drive golf balls, but going against our “Living Values” by polluting the ecosystem with hundreds of golf balls is simply not an option, so we use Ecobioballs,’ explains General Manager, Alex Porteous. ‘This product is 100% safe for any plant or animal marine life, thanks to its cleverly designed outer shell, which biodegrades in less than 48 hours, releasing fish food into the water. So while you’re enjoying a fabulous evening of sunset golf, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are providing a sumptuous dinner for our local marine life! You normally play golf onto the green but, here in Seychelles, blue is the new green!’ The resort’s Leisure Experience Manager, Diarmuid Connolly, adds, ‘This is the ultimate, once-in-a-lifetime golfing experience and a truly unique evening in Seychelles. Even if you’re not a golfer or you’re travelling with an avid golfer, you can give it a go. You might discover you’re the next US Masters’ champion! If not, you can still enjoy a beautiful sunset and a cocktail!’ +248 439 3000, fourseasons.com/seychelles
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