Real Estate August 2016 ( Issue 35 ) by REAL|life

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ESTATE ISSUE 35 â&#x20AC;¢ AUGUST 2016

UP TO THE Our pick of private villas | Fresh ways with art | Urban property trends | Contemporary living in Green Point

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Pippa has been researching – and writing about – travel for almost two decades, with a particular interest in ferreting out accommodation gems. She writes a monthly feature for Getaway, as well as filing regular reviews for international publications such as The Telegraph and Condé Nast Traveler China. Here, she reviews two of her favourite new private villas – Mkombe House in Tanzania and Manor House in Franschhoek – on page 36.

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Meg has more than 35 years’ experience as a journalist, author, editor and publicist, specialising in property. Her track record includes positions as property editor of the Financial Mail and The Star group of newspapers, founding editor of Property24 and author of the bestselling Welcome Home, a first-time buyer’s guide to real estate. She also owns the MegaTrends media consultancy and continues to write on a wide range of property-related subjects, with sustainable living being a personal favourite. You’ll find her special report on page 56.

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ur August issue is packed with wonderful features, many of which I read while I was travelling in the UK. Beautifully curated by the team, each one gave me a fresh perspective on home and the amazing talent we are nurturing. It often takes being away to appreciate just how much space we have, how entrepreneurial and creative we are as a country, and why we find it difficult to match our lifestyle elsewhere in the world. Even our show house (see page 18) has a gorgeous, hard-to-beat view from its expansive rooftop deck – and the rising success of the local weavers at Mungo has been a joy to watch over the years. Meet them on page 30, where we take you behind the scenes to their home and the new shop in Cape Town. I look forward to seeing more rising talent at 100% Design at Decorex this month, too. Join us from 5 to 9 August at Gallagher Estate in Johannesburg. And, determined not to forget the benefits of a good holiday, I suggest you book yours right now. But not before you check out our desirable sanctuaries on page 36, all personally vetted for you – from a private gem in Tanzania’s Serengeti to a beachside retreat in Scarborough (pictured above). Travel writer Pippa de Bruyn sums up her love of exclusive-use villas with one reflection. She doesn’t miss the ‘useless slippers left neatly beside the bed; the hum of the minibar; the pillow menu you read, nonplussed; or the rhetorical enquiry into the quality of your sleep’. Instead, she loves private villas ‘that provide an elegance of space, indelible memories and – most importantly – distractionfree time to reconnect and rediscover that which will always bind you’. We know you’ll be inspired! Finally, the Win a Home competition is getting nail-bitingly close to completion with the final rooms being revealed. Follow interior designer Rudolph Jordaan’s progress on our weekly blog and videos on realestatemagazine.co.za as well as on our Facebook page. We’d obviously love you to vote for us on privateproperty.co.za as each room is completed. Don’t forget to enter for your chance to win one of the three beautiful Val de Vie apartments worth more than R3 million plus many other Michelle Snaddon prizes along the way. Editor, REAL ESTATE

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CONTENTS

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11 WORD ON THE STREET 16 CAR REVIEW

Even sans a major structural element – the roof – the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S Cabriolet impresses

18 PERFECT POISE

The Odyssey 801 penthouse’s location within soughtafter Green Point gives it a cosmopolitan edge

24 THE BIGGER PICTURE

Innovative ways of displaying artwork can elevate its impact on a space

30 TIGHTLY KNIT

Mungo’s Tessa and Craig Harding are the Cape Town custodians of their family textile business

36 HOME FREE

In travel today, peace and privacy are the ultimate currency. We choose seven luxury villas that fit the bill

44 MARKETPLACE

The property news you need to know now

56 URBAN IMPERATIVES

Which factors influence smart cities and therefore property investment? Our special report delves deeper

60 DREAM HOME

Is it an entertainment space? Is it an art gallery? This intriguing Toronto residence is our investment go-to

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PHOTOGRAPHS Mark Williams, David Ross and Matt Ibbotson

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THINGS TO SEE, TRENDS TO SPOT AND PLACES TO BE

TEXT Julia Freemantle PHOTOGRAPHS Justin Patrick, Paula Zapata, Sheldon Evans, Matt Ibbotson and supplied

Colour me happy After a fire tragically caused The Stack to close just six days after it opened last year, designer Sarah Ord and her husband – hotelier Nigel Pace – immediately decided they’d rebuild, and better. A year later, the stylish bar, brasserie and members’ club, situated in the historic Leinster Hall in Gardens, Cape Town, is open and serving French bistrostyle cuisine and delicious cocktails. The combined talent and experience of the couple make it unlike anything else in Cape Town. Quirky and humorous, the decor is likened by Sarah to a ‘dandy’ – highend yet anything but boring. Sarah’s love for high-octane colour translates into a bold, bright and eclectic space, with a profusion of pattern. The furniture and art from a mix of eras is punctuated by objects that range from antiques to flea market brica-brac. It’s cool and fun, and come summer, the gorgeous jungly outdoor terrace will be buzzing. There are also private rooms you can rent for conferences, meetings and presentations. thestack.co.za

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WORD ON THE STREET

ON THE CLOCK New to Casarredo is a range of beautiful sculptural clocks by Nomon that serve equally as decorative objects as they do functional pieces. This Aire table clock with wooden base is the ultimate in modern minimalism – just the barest essentials making a case for simplified design. casarredo.co.za

Retro R&R The Bay Lounge range by Gloster from Marlanteak now includes the highly anticipated addition of an armchair, ottoman, sofas and coffee and side table. The rounded curves and gentle sloping angles are reminiscent of a midcentury aesthetic and create a striking and pared-back silhouette perfect for a contemporary but comfortable veranda. marlanteak.com

LANDSLIDE Designed to work with natural materials (marble, wood, metal), the ‘Terrain’ outdoor fabric collection by Doshi Levien for Kettal is the epitome of earthy understatement. With 34 shades to choose from, you can create an outdoor palette that blends seamlessly into its surrounds and has all the subtlety of nature. Each fabric is created with a mix of colours and has an iridescent and textured finish. kettal.com

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Down to business

For the third year, Business of Design will host an inspirational conference programme packed with South Africa’s biggest movers and shakers, from advertising legend Mike Abel and businessman Robbie Brozin to superstar Luke Dale-Roberts and ceramic artist Andile Dyalvane (pictured left). An insightful two days with valuable first-hand advice, it’s a must for business owners, especially in the creative industry. It takes place on 16 and 17 August at The Forum in Bryanston, and 23 and 24 September at Inner City Ideas Cartel in Cape Town. Real Estate readers can benefit from a R450 discount on the ticket price – simply email tracy@businessofdesign.co.za with ‘Real Estate’ as the subject. businessofdesign.co.za

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THE NEW GARDE Describing themselves as urban garde, Urbanologi combines local and Asian ingredients in innovative dishes inspired by street food, a passion of head chef Angelo Scirocco. Situated in the Mad Giant Brewery at the 1 Fox Precinct in Johannesburg – one of many urban areas having a revival – it’s all about creativity. And this extends beyond the food: they’ve collaborated with local designers and artisans on the uniforms (Daniella Kisten), interiors and furniture (Haldane Martin) and serveware (Mervyn Gers). urbanologi.co.za

BON APPETIT Woolworths’ David Jones Collection cutlery (previously the W Collection) makes additional table dressing almost unnecessary – the gorgeous metallic implements come in a gold, matt black and (currently on-trend) rose gold. We love how the opulent colours contrast with the ultra-simple shape. woolworths.co.za

On fire When Frankie Fenner Meat Merchants and Publik Wine Bar pair up with a chef who’s worked with some big hitters (Luke Dale-Roberts, Heston Blumenthal), you know the result is going to be exciting. Ash Heeger’s eponymously named ASH eatery is situated in the newly tweaked and switched around basement location, and focuses on unpretentious meat dishes cooked on the indoor braai (think roasts, burgers, bone marrow) although there are numerous options for vegetarians, too. publik.co.za

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DESIGNER MERCEDES-BENZ CHOPS THE ROOF ON ITS STYLISH C-CLASS, JUST IN TIME FOR THE SPRING/SUMMER 2016 SEASON TEXT Terence Steenkamp PHOTOGRAPHS Supplied

raditionally, shoehorning a supercar’s engine into the bay of a cabriolet is a recipe of contrivance. Drop-tops are usually designed to act as poseurs’ vehicles, more at home cruising sun-kissed boulevards and country lanes than blasting up mountain passes at full tilt. And they’re inherently compromised. Lobbing off a major structural element such as the roof renders the vehicle wobbly. Retaining rigidity requires strengthening across the vehicle, which ups mass considerably, when sports cars benefit greatly from rock-solid assembly and a lighter weight. At least, that was my impression until I jumped behind the Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel of the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S Cabriolet. It’s heavy, yes, to the tune of 1 870kg, but because Mercedes-Benz has managed to apply strengthening to all the right places, there’s nary a wobble when traversing poor-quality roads. And then, of course, there’s that magnificent 4.0-litre V8 engine that shirks off the weight and blasts the C63 S along at an incredible rate. It could have been heavier, but Benz has wisely opted to use a cloth roof, which is lighter and more compact than the solid option used by competitors such as the BMW 4 Series. The result

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is a useful-sized boot and sufficient space for four adults. The three-layer roof, stowable in 20 seconds at speeds of up to 50km/h, is available in four colours and follows the contour lines of the coupé model, so the vehicle appears elegant and well-resolved. What’s more, it’s incredibly refined: Benz has taken the lessons it learnt in developing the flagship S-Class Cabriolet’s system and applied them here. Roof up, the cabin is whisper quiet; roof stowed and, thanks to Airscarf that blows hot air onto front passengers’ necks and Aircap that diverts air from the windscreen over the occupants’ heads, it turns into a viable vehicle all year round. But what’s most endearing about the C63 S Cabriolet is that, in stowing the cloth top, that screaming V8 engine is granted full access to your ear canals. Add a cliff face or tunnel for the sound to reverb and the Benz morphs into a true sports car. If, however, pace isn’t a requirement, the German carmaker will offer the vehicle in a number of iterations that tip the balance towards civility. Whichever option you choose, this is the perfect accompaniment to spring/ summer 2016. mercedes-benz.co.za

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SURROUNDED BY THE NATURAL GRANDEUR OF SIGNAL HILL AND THE ENDLESS ATLANTIC OCEAN, THE ODYSSEY 801 PENTHOUSE IS IDEAL FOR LUXURIOUS URBAN LIVING TEXT Sally Rutherford PHOTOGRAPHS Mark Williams

ocation, location, location: we are all attuned to the property industry’s mantra, which encapsulates what it is that transforms a home from great to simply spectacular. Nowhere is this better demonstrated than the rooftop penthouse of The Odyssey. There are few cities in the world that can compete with Cape Town in terms of combining unspoilt natural beauty and a slick, sophisticated urban environment. The Odyssey could not be better located: it is backed by Signal Hill and includes incredible vistas over Table Bay, Robben Island and the ever-changing moods of the Atlantic Ocean. Even better, step outside and you’re in Green Point Urban Park, with its lawns, biodiversity garden and waterways fed by Table Mountain springs and streams. The V&A Waterfront – still Africa’s most happening destination – is a few minutes away. It is no wonder, then, that when Berman Brothers asked Inhouse Brand Architects

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to reimagine the 600m2, three-bedroom penthouse, director Phillip Wyatt and team leader Jenine Bruce’s starting point was the rooftop’s 360-degree panorama. ‘Originally, the penthouse interior and rooftop were completely divided,’ Jenine says. ‘To make best use of the views, our starting point involved creating synergy between the different levels. We envisioned a closed structure on the rooftop to create better flow, as well as additional interior space and a lavish exterior to complement the panoramic views. We built a closed structure on the previously open rooftop to be used as an additional lounge and bar area. Stacking doors allow the space to open up and create greater movement between the interior and exterior.’ The wooden deck that now covers the entire rooftop – with built-in steps leading to a lap pool and fixed seating – offers the most spectacular views in town. ‘Not only is the deck the perfect place to spend hot summer days, dipping in the pool, but it is also the ideal spot to enjoy a sundowner, soaking up the magnificent views,’ says Jenine.

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The penthouse rooftop’s 360-degree panorama – which includes breathtaking views of Signal Hill, Lion’s Head and the Atlantic Ocean – was the starting point for the design scheme. This space now features an expansive entertainment area, including a lounge, bar, raised sun deck with built-in timber seating and a glorious lap pool

Another of her all-time favourite spaces in the newly revamped penthouse is the glass wine box below the staircase. Along with a cleverly placed wine rack, corner table and comfortable seating, this area serves as a cosy spot to savour a glass of wine. Interestingly, this part of the residence posed one of the biggest challenges in the design process. ‘We incorporated floating stairs that lead from the eighth floor to the closed rooftop structure,’ Jenine says. ‘Running upward and along the wall with a beautiful marble landing, this staircase is practical yet also serves as a feature design element. Deciding what to do with the empty space underneath the staircase was a challenge – but, as no luxurious residence in the Cape is complete without an extensive wine collection, we chose to include a wine rack crafted from matte-black steel, timber and dark marble, which ties in with the rest of the apartment’s upmarket interior.’ The eighth floor is the main living area, comprising an open-plan kitchen, main lounge and a dining area, plus bathrooms and three bedrooms. A wraparound balcony,

complete with wooden flooring embedded with track lighting, links the indoor spaces with the world beyond. Glass stacking doors fully open up at will to create a single unified space. To further enhance the idea of entertaining in this apartment, Inhouse Brand Architects decided on an open-plan kitchen layout, with white marble covering the countertops, shelving and back walls. A 10-seater dining room table runs alongside the kitchen, allowing the chef and guests to interact fully. Comfy white chairs, a black-stained timber dining table and wooden pendant lights all contribute to the relaxed yet chic atmosphere. Now impeccably equipped to five-star standards – with amenities including underfloor heating, LED lighting throughout, 24/7 concierge services, secure parking for four vehicles and two store rooms – this penthouse apartment is truly cosmopolitan. At the same time, The Odyssey 801 embodies an essentially Capetonian lifestyle: stylish and relaxed yet always centred on the natural beauty of this special corner of the world. inhouse.ws

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‘IT IS A MODERN, UPMARKET AESTHETIC THAT REFLECTS THE STYLISH YET RELAXED WAY OF LIFE THAT CAPETONIANS HAVE ALWAYS LOVED’ JENINE BRUCE, INHOUSE BRAND ARCHITECTS

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OPPOSITE Black-stained timber and various wooden elements, including wall cladding and furniture, plus marble, polished flooring and a neutral palette all contribute to an evidently upmarket yet comfortable aesthetic. The main lounge was given a luxurious overhaul with navy couches, hexagonal coffee tables and timber-clad walls CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE With its cut-pile carpet and lush textiles, the master bedroom is designed for total privacy and comfort; the apartmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s engineered-oak wall cladding and custom furniture, upholstered in a textured yet natural palette, lend the penthouse a soothing but always interesting ambience; floating stairs leading up to the rooftop terrace form a sculptural design element, with the area beneath dedicated to wine tasting, including a custom-designed wine rack and corner table

PROPERTY FOCUS With key Atlantic Seaboard developers continuing to claim their piece of Green Point, property prices are showing substantial capital growth in the area. Idyllically positioned between Signal Hill and the Atlantic Ocean, lying in close proximity to the V&A Waterfront, the world-class Cape Town Stadium and Metropolitan Golf Club, and the buzzing metropolis of Cape Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CBD, Green Point is the perfect balance of cosmopolitan meets laid-back Atlantic Seaboard lifestyle. This, along with its mix of outstanding residential, commercial and mixeduse developments, is what makes the area so appealing to property investors. Buyers here are mostly in-migrators from Johannesburg, second-home buyers and a small percentage of foreign investors. And while Green Point has not quite reached the price per square metre of its neighbouring residential areas, the Waterfront and Mouille Point, it is right behind, making now the ideal time to invest here.

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CLOCKWISE FROM ABOVE A walk-in dressing room, with its black track lighting and custom joinery, complete the master bedroom; every detail has been considered, from the double-glazed doors and windows, and underfloor heating to the creation of this quiet corner to relax with a book when the mood strikes; the state-of-the-art en-suite bathroom features a freestanding bath by Hansgrohe OPPOSITE The main living area opens onto a wraparound balcony via glass stacking doors that concertina open to link indoors and out. The apartmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wooden flooring, embedded with track lighting, extends onto the balcony to emphasise a single, unified space

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GLASS STACKING DOORS FULLY OPEN UP AT WILL TO CREATE ONE UNIFIED SPACE

FOR SALE The Odyssey 801 is on the market for R29.95 million (excluding VAT). For further information, visit bermanbrothers.co.za/the-odyssey-luxury-penthouse, phone Rilee Palmer (072 350 8832) or Bianca Arnsmeyer (072 224 2777) or email sales@bermanbrothers.co.za

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COLOUR IN 01 Colour is a key element when displaying art, one that isn’t often used to best effect – surprising, given how simple it is. By placing a work on a block of colour, you can emphasise elements within the piece. Here, Greg Natale (gregnatale.com) has used a strong shade of blue to pull out hues within the painting, as well as to create the sense that it melts into the wall TIP THE SCALES 02 Size and proportion take art from so-so to statement. Whether you go really tiny or massive, the use of extreme scale creates drama and a point of interest on the wall that a regular-sized artwork just can’t achieve. John Jacob (johnjacobinteriors.com) took his cue from an expansive landscape and enlarged it to fill a whole wall. The effect? The room feels much bigger and more spacious than it really is

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THE BIGGER INTERESTING WAYS OF DISPLAYING ART MAKE AN ALREADY EFFECTIVE VISUAL DEVICE THAT MUCH MORE POWERFUL TEXT Julia Freemantle PHOTOGRAPHS Supplied

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TAKE THE FLOOR 03 Fill a whole wall with mixed work or multiples from the same series, depending on the look you’re after, but let them bleed onto the floor, almost as if you’ve run out of space. It’s fun, different and makes a cool design statement as Broste Copenhagen (brostecopenhagen.com) did in this space ON FORM 04 Sculptures can seem tricky to place due to their three-dimensionality – their location has to be more considered than a flat artwork. On top of a piece of furniture, at eye level, keeps them in focus but unprecariously positioned. Also, grouping them gives them context and presence. You can even combine a traditional sculptural piece with functional objects such as a jug or natural objects (coral, crystal, fossil) for a more layered effect, such as in this sleekly chic Poliform (poliform.it) interior A NEW DIMENSION 05 Pair traditional works (framed paintings, drawings or prints) with pieces that aren’t technically ‘art’ – plates, taxidermy, clocks – for a multidimensional and layered effect, as demonstrated by designer Tessa Proudfoot (tessaproudfoot.co.za) above this fireplace. Mixing ‘high’ and ‘low’ art makes the look less intimidatingly formal TOP DOWN 06 How you line artwork up on a wall can change the whole nature of the display. Centre them along the middle and it’s underwhelming. Take the same pieces and hang them so that the tops of the frames are aligned, as Rob Mills Architects (robmills.com.au) did here, and you have a much edgier look

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HOW YOU LINE ARTWORK UP ON A WALL CAN CHANGE THE WHOLE NATURE OF THE DISPLAY

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‘BY BEING MORE PLAYFUL, YOU CAN CREATE A MORE MEANINGFUL AND MEMORABLE EXPERIENCE FOR THE PEOPLE IN THE ROOM’ MEGAN SCOTT, CURATOR, IN TOTO GALLERY

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OUT OF THE BOX 07 Even when working with traditional art, there’s room to mix it up. Combine formal framed as well as unframed paintings for a modern take on a classic look. The same work without a frame has a totally different feel. Likewise, think about mixing frames of different shapes, such as round and rectangular. This look is best when paired with timeless furniture that doesn’t date, such as Cassina’s (cassina.com) Gio Ponti Superleggera chairs and the Franco Albini 839 TL3 table SHELF LIFE 08 One treatment doesn’t fit all. If artwork becomes decorative, it’s easier to follow John Jacob’s (johnjacobinteriors.com) lead and think more laterally about how to place them. One frame standing on a shelf, while another hangs behind it on the wall, is a more dynamic way to display numerous pieces together BLOCK PARTY 09 Multiple works on the same subject, combined as one larger piece, gives greater context to each individual work. It’s an interesting alternative if you’re looking for large-scale options for a particular space. Also, as per this John Jacob (johnjacobinteriors.com) bathroom, don’t neglect functional areas – art is just as necessary here (but take care to protect it from steam and damp) CLOSE CALL 10 Hanging two works right up against each other is a contemporary way to hang art. Lemon Decor (madebylemon.co.za) has a fresh approach and its collections lend themselves to bold display tactics. This won’t be right for everything, working best with pieces from the same series, but it results in a sleek effect. Bear in mind they’ll need to be exactly the same dimensions to pull it off

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TIGHTLY TESSA AND CRAIG HARDING COMBINE CONTEMPORARY BUSINESS SAVVY WITH TIME-HONOURED TRADITIONS IN THE RUNNING OF MUNGO, THEIR FAMILY LINEN BUSINESS TEXT Julia Freemantle PRODUCTION Karl Rogers and Tessa Harding

aster weaver Stuart Holding started Mungo as a small business in Plettenberg Bay, but, because of the quality and timelessness of the product, it’s gained traction among decor lovers and linen fanatics. Over the years, Mungo has come close to being a household name for beautiful tactile textiles in fresh colourways and subtle patterns. After years of working as a photographer, Stuart’s daughter Tessa eventually joined the team, behind her brother Dax. A natural evolution rather than a conscious decision, it wasn’t always the plan to go into the family business. ‘While studying photography, I started shooting Mungo’s products and through that, my appreciation grew – for the process, the fabric, all of it,’ she says of the transition. With a trained eye for design, colour and composition, she, along with her husband Craig – as well as Dax and his wife Kirsten – test Stuart’s designs for how they feel, look and wear before they are rolled out. ‘Everybody is involved in the process and shares their input. Each has their favourites for different reasons, which is great because it’s a nice way to make sure we’re offering something for everyone,’ says Tessa. As a result, there’s great variety – from elegant, finely textured pistachio dressing gowns, to more tribally inspired and colourful towels. You can even buy beautiful cloth made on-site by their 19th century loom ‘Hattie’ – even more special because it’s produced in small quantities. The new Hout Street store was primarily conceived as a way to expand their client base. ‘We wanted to create the Mungo experience in Cape Town for people who aren’t able to visit our HQ in the Garden Route,’ says Tessa. As a result, it has a beautiful synergy with the Plett flagship in Old Nick Village, down to the fact that both are located in a historical building, which syncs well with the traditional, craft-based nature of the business. ‘We searched for three years before finding the location. We wanted a beautiful old commercial property in Cape Town’s CBD – a needle in a haystack. Our patience paid off, though. This place has beautiful bones and character, and had been well looked after. We could see a vision for it,’ says Craig.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Tessa and Craig Harding’s home features a mix of local and retro design. This vintage armchair was revamped and proves a great showcase for a Mungo linen cushion; Craig and Tessa’s cool, low-key home in Vredehoek is a beautiful example of an old house given a modern look; Hattie, as she is affectionately known, is more than a century old – the loom is loved like part of the family

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The store and micro mill is spread over two floors, with a crisp black-trimmed facade. The third floor houses the office and – in the spirit of the multipurpose properties that are becoming such a must in cramped urban locales – there is a piedà-terre at the top. The couple rents this out on Air BnB and it functions well as a showcase for their product, the gorgeous easygoing textiles a big part of the cool urban loft aesthetic. ‘It was part of our original idea for the space: we liked the holistic idea of this work/sleep area. We also wanted it to be available for employees visiting Cape Town,’ says Tessa of the airy Scandi-inspired top floor. Their own home in Vredehoek, not far from the store, echoes this same feel. Also an old house, it’s been slickly but subtly renovated (not to the extent that it’s lost its soul) and is filled with plants, beautiful light and an eclectic mix of vintage furniture, artwork and plenty of Mungo textiles. Craig is an avid gardener: box planters outside are filled with veggies while the front veranda is a profusion of succulents in all shades, shapes and sizes. It, like the store, and even the business, effortlessly straddles the divide between old and new. mungo.co.za

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The Hout Street store is a gorgeous triple-floor space â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the different cloths and products are stacked in edgy open shelving, while downstairs Hattie sits as an ode to tradition CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT Quirky details such as the spiral staircase and an original safe give the home character; the couple mixes contemporary, African and local design in a lighthearted and unpretentious way; the open-plan bathroom in the master bedroom â&#x20AC;&#x201C; one of the areas where the couple has cleverly modernised the old home; a limited amount of cloth is still made on this loom

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In the store, a bathroom vignette designed by Tessa’s brother Dax is a beautiful way to showcase the products in context OPPOSITE, CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT The kitchen’s wood panelling and open rafters are an earthy contrast to industrial bar stools and slick countertops; the front veranda is packed with potted succulents, one area where you can see Craig’s love of plants. Theodore, commonly know as Ted, goes everywhere with the couple; the loft apartment on the top floor of the Hout Street HQ is rented out on Air BnB; old cogs (and wooden shuttles on another wall) are a graphic reminder of the craft at the heart of the business

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‘WE WANTED A BEAUTIFUL OLD COMMERCIAL PROPERTY IN CAPE TOWN’S CBD – A NEEDLE IN A HAYSTACK. OUR PATIENCE PAID OFF, THOUGH’ CRAIG HARDING

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AZURA QUILALEA, MOZAMBIQUE BY MICHELLE SNADDON There’s nothing quite like being strapped into a life jacket before boarding a helicopter in 30°C heat and extreme humidity to confirm that you’re off on an adventure. But once airborne and gliding swiftly over impossibly blue waters dotted with wooden dhows and a plethora of untouched islands in the Quirimbas Archipelago, the magic fast unfolds. So much so that, arriving to ice-cold, lemongrass-scented hand towels and a walk through a forest periodically dotted with 1 000-year-old baobabs, it becomes part of a journey that feels like a living dream. Azura Quilalea is now available as an exclusive-use island hideaway. Its typically Mozambican welcome of wide smiles paves the way for blissful days of watching parrotfish swimming over a coral reef metres from the shoreline or waking to discover turtle tracks in the sand. Deep grooves remain imprinted on the beach – testimony to the immense effort it took to lay more than 100 eggs before returning to the water utterly exhausted. You’ll think nothing of wandering from your private villa down to your beach at dawn half asleep, slowly sipping your first cup of tea. It’s about timing your visit around the moon so that you can kayak at high tide to the mangroves on Sencar Island. It’s about letting go and letting island time take over. NEED TO KNOW Fly with a soft bag for your helicopter transfer. Don’t bother with anything warmer than a long-sleeved top, flip-flops and sandals – pack double the amount of kaftans instead. The setting is casual Robinson Crusoe but each villa offers five-star comfort. SLEEPS Up to 18 in eight villas and the honeymoon suite BOTTOM LINE From $14 460 per night, all inclusive, excluding transfers. Enquire about special rates for South Africans. azura-retreats.com

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MHONDORO GAME LODGE, WELGEVONDEN GAME RESERVE, LIMPOPO BY JULIA FREEMANTLE One of South Africa’s (mysteriously) lesser-visited game destinations, Welgevonden is a short threehour drive from Johannesburg. A malaria-free Big Five reserve in the breathtakingly scenic and varied terrain of the Waterberg, it’s home to the newly launched Mhondoro Game Lodge, an intimate and contemporary luxury lodge. It’s made up of a chic and modern main lodge and separate suites joined by walkways, looking out over a watering hole. The private villa is set to the far left, adjacent, but by way of its design orientation, screened from view of the main buildings. The ultimate safari escape, this is essentially a large, beautifully designed house, with all the comforts of home but added hotel conveniences just next door (the spa pavilion has a bath on the deck where you can have a posttreatment candlelit bath watching the sun set – a game changer). Numerous outdoor lounging, dining and gamewatching areas invite you to spend as much time as possible soaking up the scenery – the point of the bush, really. The use of the villa comes with everything you can possibly think of – private heated pool, gym, safari vehicle with personal ranger, a chef, butler and housekeeping staff – and even some that you wouldn’t have: a yoga studio and outdoor shower with game-viewing window to mention two. This is the kind of place you want to settle in for a while to really make the most of the setting and service, which is exemplary (look forward to a hot-water bottle each night and on morning game drives, along with the warmest staff imaginable).

NEED TO KNOW The underground hide, which you reach via a tunnel from the main lodge to the watering hole, is the perfect spot to watch the game at close range. The resident elephant bull Mr T comes to drink from the pool almost daily, a magnificent sight. SLEEPS Six people accommodated in a huge master suite and two additional en-suite bedrooms BOTTOM LINE The R25 000 (low season) to R30 000 (high season) per night fee is for four guests. Additional adults and children carry different rates. This includes all meals and game drives, plus house wines and beers. Gratuities and premium liquors are extra. mhondoro.com

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TSWALU IS NOT A TYPICAL BIG FIVE RESERVE BUT INSTEAD, IT’S A PLACE FOR LEISURELY EXCURSIONS TO FIND KALAHARI LION, CHEETAH AND PANGOLIN

TARKUNI, TSWALU PRIVATE GAME RESERVE, KALAHARI BY JANE BROUGHTON Spanning more than 1 000km2, the Oppenheimer family’s private conservation area in the southern Kalahari provides a luxury of space and solitude that is priceless. Checking into Tarkuni, the private, five-bedroom getaway gives you access to all of it. Untamed and uninhabited, the entire reserve awaits exploration by 4x4, on foot or via horseback accompanied by a private guide and tracker team. Backed by the ancient, quartzite Korannaberg mountains and fronted by seemingly endless savannah grasslands and red sand dunes, the rustic-chic thatched lodge has a large swimming pool, outdoor lounging areas, its own boma for starlit dining, an extensive library and a spa, where you can indulge in signature Tswalu treatments. Try a desert mineral crystal body exfoliation followed by an aromatic, desert botanicalinfused candle massage.

NEED TO KNOW Tswalu is not a typical Big Five reserve but instead, it’s a place for leisurely excursions to find Kalahari lion, cheetah and pangolin, and enjoy the comical antics of meerkats. Tracking the rare desert black rhino on foot is a highlight. SLEEPS Up to 10 guests BOTTOM LINE From $6 500 (exclusive use, maximum 10 guests) per night, inclusive. tswalu.com

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SYNERGY TREE HOUSE, SCARBOROUGH, SOUTH AFRICA BY MICHELLE SNADDON Aptly named for its sensitive design around the trees on the craggy Scarborough hillside, Synergy Tree House is a blissful sanctuary for those who want to get away from the city yet leave none of their comfort zones behind. But that’s where the traditional vision of a tree house ends. By the time you’ve had some fun with the sophisticated touch-lighting system in what’s possibly the most high-tech villa in this blissfully quiet seaside village, you’ll realise that there’s absolutely nothing barefoot-and-hippie about this hideaway. No expense has been spared, from the pop-up flatscreens at the foot of the bed to the Bond-style bar that beckons at sundown. Made with the last piece of registered cedar wood from the Cederberg, it’s just one of the obsessive but wonderful details that we can’t resist sharing about Synergy. A second: gourmet cooks will love the Andy de Klerk-designed kitchen that’s been kitted out with Smeg and Le Creuset and, of course, styled to perfection. Most impressive of all is the flow. Glass doors literally disappear to reveal endless sea views, a magnificent safaristyle deck is hidden by the trees and a rocky outdoor boma. Eating alfresco, even in winter, is de rigueur with snuggly blankets and a roaring fire to keep you warm. In summer, swim in the lap pool or head for the unspoilt beach before returning to lunch on the deck or in the garden, where chaise longues are perfectly placed for a siesta.

NEED TO KNOW The Village Hub, Foragers and the Whole Earth Cafe are within walking distance for any supplies you might have forgotten. When you arrive, ask about meditative yoga on the deck or the variety of massages and holistic, restorative treatments. SLEEPS Four people BOTTOM LINE R5 000 to R9 000 per night for four. perfecthideaways.co.za

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THE LONGHOUSE, GRAAFFREINET, SOUTH AFRICA BY JULIA FREEMANTLE Graaff-Reinet is one of South Africa’s prettiest towns, sadly often just a stop en route to somewhere else, although it deserves a more thorough exploration. With much of the charming old architecture intact (even the most perfunctory buildings are housed in exquisite spaces) and wide, tree-lined streets, it retains the charm that many old towns have lost along the way. The Longhouse is one such example. A long, 19th-century whitewashed Karoo house with characteristic green shutters and thick walls, it’s designed to provide refuge from the searing midsummer heat. Designer Charlotte Daneel’s Axel Vervoordt-inspired palette of terracotta, linen and taupe has a soothing and timeless quality, complemented by cement screed floors and squashy sofas. The odd elegant armchair keeps it polished, but the overall effect is comfortable and laid-back. A row of flourishing fruit trees and a well-stocked veggie garden adds to the country setting and gives you the feeling of taking a step back in time. But despite its old-world feel, the house has all the mod cons and is fully kitted out to make a holiday here really relaxing, including DStv, a full kitchen and an inviting pool.

NEED TO KNOW Go in summer. The long outdoor dining table begs for late-into-the-evening dinners while the kids won’t leave the 14mlong pool all day, leaving you to sip G & Ts on the deep veranda with a book. Stock up the kitchen; there aren’t many great restaurants in town, so this is an opportunity to have loads of home-cooked meals.

SLEEPS Eight in three king-size bedrooms, one with two threequarter beds BOTTOM LINE R4 200 per night, all year round. perfecthideaways.co.za

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A FAIRLY STRICT PALETTE OF WHITE, BLACK AND GRAPHITE GREY IS OFFSET BY THE PRODIGIOUS USE OF WARM OAK

MANOR HOUSE, MONT ROCHELLE HOTEL, FRANSCHHOEK BY PIPPA DE BRUYN Having done a sterling job with Mont Rochelle Hotel, the design duo at Hot Cocoa was given free reign at this latest addition to Richard Branson’s 39ha wine estate. The results are fantastic: open-plan living with large picture windows that frame views of the vineyard-clad slopes and a classy, unstructured approach to luxury that doesn’t shout money but costs plenty. Even the walls – a textured white – are hand-painted by an artist; a fairly strict palette of white, black and graphite grey is offset by the prodigious use of warm oak. It’s the kind of place that invites you to help yourself to the contents of the fridge (though there’s always someone on hand to serve your drinks), plug in your music and put your feet up.

NEED TO KNOW It’s a private mountain idyll, with baboons gambolling in the back garden, yet Franschhoek’s high street with its chi-chi galleries, boutiques and restaurants is a 10-minute stroll down the hill. SLEEPS Eight adults and up to six children BOTTOM LINE From R46 800 per night; includes breakfast, either a three-course lunch or dinner, all drinks and Wi-Fi. virginlimitededition.com/mont-rochelle

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SINGITA PAMUSHANA’S VILLA 7, ZIMBABWE BY JANE BROUGHTON This five-bedroom family villa, perched high on a koppie between dramatic boulders and mature trees, forms part of Singita Pamushana. The villa and six additional suites overlook the Malilangwe Dam and are unique in design, combining intricate and decorative stonework – reminiscent of the Great Zimbabwe ruins – with thatch and glass. Up until January 2016, the villa was for the exclusive use of Wall Street hedge funder Paul Tudor Jones, who set up the not-for-profit Malilangwe Trust, which owns the private and remote Malilangwe Wildlife Reserve. Bordering Gonarezhou National Park, it’s a truly wild and beautiful corner of Zimbabwe, characterised by towering rocky outcrops, hundreds of baobabs, ancient rock paintings and abundant wildlife including white rhino and lion. In addition to split-level living spaces, the sprawling, self-contained villa, decorated in bold Shangaan patterns and bright colours by Boyd Ferguson, has a kids’ den, study, rim-flow pool and outdoor shower. It comes with private staff, including a personal chef, guide and tracker. Days are filled with game drives, nature walks, bike rides, sunset boat cruises, fishing and star-bed sleepouts, or you can simply gaze out over the panoramic landscape.

NEED TO KNOW The master bedroom is substantially bigger and more private than the other four bedrooms, making this a better option for families instead of a party of friends.

BOTTOM LINE $8 695 per night (one to six guests), $1 450 per additional adult per night and $725 per extra child per night. singita.com

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SLEEPS Up to 10 guests

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MKOMBE’S HOUSE, NOMAD LAMAI, SERENGETI BY PIPPA DE BRUYN Located near the Mara River into which the migration herds plunge every year, Mkombe’s House is one of only two exclusive-use houses in the Serengeti and the perfect family base for parents wanting to experience Africa’s greatest game park. Decor is trademark Joanna Cooke: barefoot-chic, cool and comfortable, more Zanzibar than safari, with canvas walls that open every room to views of the Serengeti plains stretching below Kogakuria Kopje. For parents with young children, it’s inimitably practical: two large en-suite bedrooms, each with an adjoining ensuite children’s room; two fenced-off swimming pools (one a shallow plunge pool for toddlers); little chairs and high chairs and a freestanding step for the bath or loo. A staff complement of five includes a private guide, so everything is scheduled around your family routine.

NEED TO KNOW Mara River crossings take place from July to October. Closed mid-March to end-May. SLEEPS Four adults and six children BOTTOM LINE From $655 per person per night based on a minimum of four adults, inclusive of accommodation, meals, drinks and game activities. nomad-tanzania.com

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PROPERTY NEWS, REPORTS AND DREAM HOMES FOR SALE TOWARDS A CONCRETE MOUNTAIN We’re suckers for attractive feats of architecture, especially when they have biomimicry characteristics, such as the FPT University in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Designed by Vo Trong Nghia Architects, construction of the university campus began in June this year and, aside from looking like a growing mountain that blends into the natural landscape and blurs the line between concrete and greenery, it has been described as the city’s new icon of sustainability. The copious amount of trees and vegetation as part of its design will reduce the building’s carbon footprint and greatly improve the air quality of the surrounding area. votrongnghia.com

UNFINISHED BUSINESS A solution to Capetonians’ favourite urban skeleton – the Foreshore’s unfinished highway and its bridges – is in development. The plans depend on the city finding a suitable private sector partner to help drive development of the city-owned land underneath the site as well as fund the completion of the bridges. The city released its prospectus for the development of the Foreshore Freeway Precinct last month, which outlines the necessary information. Two important criteria are that a portion of land be developed for various housing options for a cross section of income groups and that the winning proposal should also address the area around the site’s congestion problems. www.capetown.gov.za

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AREA SPOTLIGHT> WATERKLOOF This provides a current snapshot of the Waterkloof residential property market.

TUNNEL VISION The Gotthard Base Tunnel in Switzerland officially opened in June. The world’s longest and deepest train tunnel, the plans of which have been waiting almost 70 years to be actioned, is a marvel of modern engineering and construction capabilities. gottardo2016.ch

DEMAND INDICATOR METRICS n Sale listings Properties listed for sale in Waterkloof comprise approximately 7% of the total sale listings in the Pretoria Central area. Approximately 7% of the interest (views) in properties for sale in the Pretoria Central area is attributable to properties listed for sale in Waterkloof. n Rental listings Properties listed for rent in Waterkloof comprise approximately 9% of the total rental listings in the Pretoria Central area. Approximately 6% of the interest (views) in properties for rent in the Pretoria Central area is attributable to properties listed for rent in Waterkloof.

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PROPERTY TYPES n Sale listings A typical property for sale in Waterkloof is a four-bedroom house, currently with a median asking price of R4 337 500. n Rental listings A typical property for rent in Waterkloof is a four-bedroom house, currently with a monthly median asking price of R32 000.

MEDIAN ASKING PRICES n Sale listings The median asking prices for residential property in Waterkloof are R3 million for a complex, R6.75 million for a flat/apartment and R3.56 million for a house. n Rental listings The median asking prices for residential property in Waterkloof are R16 450 for a complex, R17 920 for flat/apartment and R29 430 for a house. n Sales R1 443 466 000 n Rental R3 944 000

Chiasso Here’s an outline of the facts n The initial sketch was completed in 1947 but construction kept being postponed. n The tunnel-boring machine was 410m long, the length of four football fields, and 2 300m deep. n 28.2 million tonnes of rock were excavated. n When it’s fully functional by the end of the year, there will be 325 trains using it per day.

BUYING VS RENTING The monthly bond repayment to purchase a typical property in Waterkloof, namely a fourbedroom house, with a median asking price of R4 337 500, is R43 305 per month over 20 years at prime of 10.5% with no deposit. The monthly median rental asking price for a four-bedroom house in Waterkloof is R32 000 per month.

LOCAL GREENERY At the recent South African Property Owners Association awards, Growthpoint Properties and the Green Building Council of South Africa’s joint partnership, the Greenovate Awards Programme, scooped the Excellence Award for Innovation. The programme was launched to promote sustainability in the built environment and is aimed at students of the various associated disciplines to discover, explore and invent ways to live more sustainably. sapoa.org.za

The findings presented above represent a current snapshot of properties available on the Private Property portal. The house type complex consists of townhouses, clusters, duplexes and simplexes.

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THE RIGHT FIT IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO IMPROVE YOUR HOME – AND SAINT-GOBAIN MAKES IT POSSIBLE TEXT Julia Freemantle PHOTOGRAPH Supplied

o you love your home but feel it could be updated or improved for increased sustainability? This isn’t as arduous a task as you may think. As a pioneer in life-improving building technology, Saint-Gobain offers accessible innovation opportunities in the form of products that can transform your house. Its new Home Upgrade campaign aims to show homeowners that they can retrofit their existing houses to be better (for their inhabitants and the environment) and more comfortable with even minor changes. Aside from providing the products, Saint-Gobain also offers their expertise by outlining the benefits of each material, providing proof of better performance, hints and tips for installation, and a list of retail partners and service providers. As part of its mission to show the life-improving potential of modifying an existing home to improve efficiency, sustainability and comfort, SaintGobain is offering three varying modification levels (one major retrofit worth R250 000 and two ‘comfort packs’ worth R2 500 and R15 000 respectively) to homeowners. Saint-Gobain will use its range of products and expertise to improve the following aspects, which will include upgrading the walls, ceilings, insulation, flooring and select glass windows along with the installation of a web-based digital monitoring solution (the grand prize): n Indoor temperature performance (thermal comfort) n Increased savings (economic comfort) n Less noise (audio comfort) n Indoor air quality (air comfort) n A sense of calm and wellbeing for users (visual comfort) The first phase of the campaign is a call for entries: homeowners can apply online via upgrademyhome.co.za. Closing date 31 August 2016.

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WARM WELCOME STAND 47 IS THE ULTIMATE IN SMART DESIGN – AS WE DISCOVERED BY DOING THEIR WINTER TEST

THE SENSES Throughout the house, passive heating and cooling features make the temperature inside a pleasant temperate atmosphere all year round. Through the inclusion of clever architecture (high windows, through drafts, orientation to the sun) and the implementation of plasterboard (an inner layer of gypsum sandwiched between two layers of lining paper) to improve insulation, the house is pleasantly warm even on the coldest Highveld night, which in turn cuts down the need for excessive electricity use (a cost-saving benefit, too). RhinoBoard SoundBloc provides an increased level of peace and quiet – essential for quality of sleep and study. Used in the bedroom and workroom at Stand 47, it creates cocoons of calm within the house.

YOUR SAFETY The Gyproc FireStop wall and ceiling system in the passages and lounge provides a fire rating of up to 120 minutes, which prevents rapid spread and lowers the temperature of the blaze, reducing risk in the event of a fire. On a more ongoing level, air quality can have health repercussions. To offset this, Gyproc Activ’Air neutralises poor air quality by converting 70% of formaldehyde into safe, inert compounds that are absorbed into the boards (and cannot be release back into the air).

SEAMLESS STYLE Just because you’re sustainably responsible doesn’t mean you want to sacrifice aesthetics. Products such as Gyproc Habito mean that you don’t have to. Even as a drywall, the strength of Habito means you can hang as much as 15kg on a wall – demonstrated beautifully at Stand 47, where artworks increase the ambience throughout. But these benefits extend further than just to those living in the house – homes built using drywall systems have a lighter footprint (they use less water to construct and cause less wastage of materials) and are better for the environment as well as for their inhabitants. saint-gobain.co.za; habito.co.za

MONAGHAN FARM’S STAND 47 DEFIES ALL THE IDEAS WE HAVE ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY WITH A CHIC, WELCOMING HOME THAT’S EASY ON THE EYE

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nvironmentally friendly is usually associated with practicality rather than elegance. Yet Monaghan Farm’s Stand 47 defies all the ideas we have about sustainability with a chic, welcoming home that’s easy on the eye and easy to live in. Through the use of forward-thinking architecture and high-performance (but unobtrusive) Saint-Gobain products, a space has been created that ticks the safety, sensory and style boxes.

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WHAT TO THINK ABOUT WHEN BUYING PROPERTY WITH OTHERS TEXT Patrick Cairns PHOTOGRAPH iStock by Getty Images

iven how expensive it has become to purchase property, the idea of buying a house with a friend or family member may seem like an attractive idea. Since it reduces the financial burden on each person involved, it allows you to unlock an investment opportunity that you might not be able to access on your own. Most banks will allow up to four people to make a joint application for a bond, meaning it’s possible to share the cost among a few people. Co-ownership also means you can share the cost of rates, repairs and maintenance. However, there are also a number of potential pitfalls that need to be assessed carefully. The first thing to consider is that, when you apply for a bond, the bank will take everybody’s credit reports into account. If any one of you has a poor record, you will all be affected since it will impact the interest rate the bank charges. It’s therefore advisable to check everyone’s standing before you start, which you can do for free once a year with any credit bureau. You must also be sure that everyone is open and honest about their financial circumstances. It’s imperative that all those involved can make a commitment to paying their share of the costs

every month. If you are not prepared to discuss your current income and expenses with your partners, then this arrangement isn’t for you. It’s also critical that these commitments are properly set down in an official contract. Even if you are buying property with a family member, it’s vital that everyone knows exactly where he or she stands. This reduces the risk of disagreements down the line and will therefore protect your relationship with those involved. It’s a good idea to enlist the help of an attorney. A good lawyer will make sure to specify the proportion of each person’s financial interest, the division of costs and the methods of dealing with a partner who fails to pay at the required time. Don’t underestimate the chances of this happening. You must all know what steps to take if one of you can’t make his or her contribution for whatever reason – including losing your job. Critically, you must also have an exit strategy in place. What will happen if any of the partners wants to sell their share? This may require selling the property or refinancing it under the name or names of those left. Selling involves other costs and there’s no guarantee the bank would agree to a refinancing, so these eventualities must be considered. Ultimately, buying a property with someone else has to be managed carefully. If you go into it in an honest and open manner, however, it can also be exceptionally rewarding.

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MORNINGSIDE, JOHANNESBURG, GAUTENG, SOUTH AFRICA • R12.9 MILLION

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Situated in Hamilton Village, this property is set on 1 562m2 of land and offers you secure lock-up-and-go convenience. The modern contemporary home includes three bedroom suites, plus a guest bedroom. The grand entrance opens onto a luxury open-plan space fitted with New York white marble flooring and incorporates the formal lounge, dining room, kitchen and family room/entertainment space with a projector screen, plus an indoor built-in, gas and wood braai. The bespoke white-and-turquoise kitchen has Caesarstone tops, a gas hob and imported cupboards and taps, and also includes has a separate scullery. The main bedroom offers views of Sandton and a private balcony. You’ll also find a beautiful dressing room that leads onto the enormous bathroom. All the bedrooms have full bathrooms and there is also a gorgeous pyjama lounge. The manicured garden includes irrigation, a solar-heated pool and fire pit fantastic for evenings with friends, plus four extra-length garages and staff quarters. Special features include a wine cellar, marble floors, double glazing, surround sound, energy saving heat pump, video surveillance system and solar-heated pool. Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 4 Garages 4 Living areas 3 Donna Sipman +27 (0)83 299 1575 donna@remax-masters.co.za www.remax.co.za web ref: BRYN2717

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IMPERATIVES SMART CITIES WITH GOOD MOBILITY AND SUPERIOR CONNECTIVITY ARE A GLOBAL PRIORITY. FOR SOUTH AFRICA, THEY ARE NOW EQUALLY IMPORTANT WHEN IT COMES TO FACTORS IMPACTING PROPERTY INVESTMENT TEXT Meg Wilson PHOTOGRAPHS Supplied

rbanisation is arguably going to be a major factor influencing property values in South Africa for the foreseeable future. It’s for this reason that a competent local government is vital. Home prices are essentially driven by demand and generally there are few who would choose to buy in a town or city where the population growth has exceeded planning and management capacities. Buyers might be forced to live in such a place to find work, but they are not going to put down roots and buy a home there. This leads to all sorts of problems, not least the expansion of informal settlements that tend to make the city even less attractive to investors. It also tends to result in the rapid erosion of the rates base, which means local authorities are even less able to provide basic services or respond appropriately to fires, floods or drought-induced water and food shortages. SHAPING ATTRACTIVE CITIES Fortunately, there is now a much greater awareness of the risks, says Tshwane executive mayor Kgosientso Ramokgopa. Last year, the city hosted the initial African Capital Cities Sustainability Forum as well as the signing of the Tshwane

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Declaration, which commits local city authorities across Africa to design and implement sustainable urban development solutions. These aim to overcome the challenges presented by rapid urbanisation and maximise the opportunities it presents. Speaking recently at the opening of the Sustainability Week 2016 convention, Ramokgopa noted that many of these cities – and several of the provincial capitals of South Africa – had already embarked on projects to address some of the major goals contained in the declaration, including: n Prioritising the reduction of informal settlements and improved access to basic services such as clean water, electricity, health services and urban food production programmes. n Developing the social and technical infrastructure of cities to facilitate connectivity and ease of conducting business. n Supporting green initiatives that promote job creation and stimulate industrial activity while preserving natural resources. n Adopting innovative waste management systems that will encourage recycling as well as the development of energy from waste sites and processes required for gas extraction. These are all likely to make local cities more attractive places to live and invest in.

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EXPANDING TRANSPORT ROUTES From a real estate point of view, those cities that are likely to have the biggest impact in the near future are those designed to improve access to public transport and to the internet, as well as those that are steadily creating employment in the green food, energy and waste management sectors. Speakers at the Transport and Mobility Seminar noted that access to safe, efficient and affordable mass transport is an especially important – and sensitive – issue in local cities because of apartheid spatial planning, which forced millions of people to spend long hours and 30% to 70% of their daily wages on travelling from townships to their places of employment. It is also vital for cities committed to reducing their carbon emissions, a large percentage of which are produced by vehicles powered by fossil fuel. Even as cities are being replanned to provide more equitable access to resources and economic opportunities, it is important that mass transport systems are expanded and promoted instead of focusing on the roads, which are expensive to maintain. What’s more, rapid mass transport systems such as the Gautrain and the MyCiti, Rea Vaya and Areyeng bus transport networks are already generating major economic spinoffs. The Gautrain is a case in point: a recent report by international auditing company KPMG showed that in the five years between 2009 and 2014, more than R10 billion was invested in new and upgraded retail developments within 10km of the Gautrain stations. This had boosted the GDP of Gauteng by some R28 billion and helped to create almost 150 000 jobs. A combined R12.9 billion increase in the value of residential properties close to the stations had added a further R18 billion to the region’s GDP and another 98 000 jobs. The good news for property owners, investors and developers is that the Gautrain Management Agency is currently conducting feasibility studies on the next phases of the overall project, which includes route extensions from Sandton to Randburg and Honeydew, and then on to Cosmo City, Fourways, Bluehills and Samrand. Ultimately it will also connect Soweto and Mamelodi (see map). Similarly, they are likely to find new investment opportunities or experience strong property value growth along new routes as the bus rapid transit networks expand in other cities.

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THE INTERNET EFFECT Reducing the need for people to commute at all is another major trend likely to have a profound influence on lifestyles and thus on real estate markets. One way to do this is to improve connectivity and access to the internet. This enables more consumers to work from home, more micro-businesses to make use of online ordering, banking and payment methods, and more under-resourced schools to access the latest teaching content to provide learners with a better education and improved employment prospects. A passionate advocate of this approach is James Devine, chief innovation and information officer of Project Isizwe (projectisizwe.org). The global NGO is currently working with the City of Tshwane to roll out the biggest free Wi-Fi network in the country. Speaking during the Sustainable Infrastructure Seminar, Devine explained that the plan is to provide every resident of the metro with free access to the internet via a Wi-Fi hot spot within walking distance of their homes. This is already improving the lives of millions of people and creating localised economic growth that will inevitably lead to higher housing demand and property value growth in specific areas.

MORE THAN R10 BILLION WAS INVESTED IN NEW AND UPGRADED RETAIL DEVELOPMENTS WITHIN 10KM OF THE GAUTRAIN STATIONS

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n Two-thirds of South Africa’s youth already live in cities and large towns

n Working people in local cities earn 40% more, on average, than those in other areas

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n The rate of employment is twice as high in cities compared with other areas

n SA now has a national policy on urbanisation: the Integrated Urban Development Framework

THE AWARD GOES TO…

The Innovation Excellence in Property Development Awards is an integral part of the annual South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) convention. This year, the new Refurbishment Developments category received the most entries, a clear indication that owners and developers are adamant about improving South Africa’s landscape and elevating city skylines. Joint winners were: n Four Seasons Hotel The Westcliff by developers 80 Westcliff (Pty) Ltd and architects DSA Architects International n Lion Match Office Park (also the overall winner for 2016) by developers JT Ross and architects Dean Jay Architects In the green award category, the overall winner was Google’s South African head office in Bryanston. ‘Property development is about far more than bricks and mortar,’ says Pieter Engelbrecht, head of Growthpoint Properties and chairperson of the SAPOA Innovative Excellence Awards committee. ‘[GBCSA’s pioneering Green Star SA Interior certification] credits quality of internal air, thermal, lighting and visual comfort, acoustic quality, ergonomics and energy monitoring and greenhouse gas emissions.’ The project also won the Interiors category award, with interior design by architects Boogertman + Partners. ‘The workplace design had to adhere to the Google corporate culture, yet be responsive to the office’s locality and the city’s charm,’ according to the team. ‘Google, too, at the forefront of sustainable design, required a space that could achieve gold from the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design as well as an SA Interiors five-star Green Star rating.’ The Green Star SA Interiors assesses the environmental attributes of interior fit-outs, with its development sponsored by Standard Bank and St Gobain.

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‘THE WORKPLACE DESIGN HAD TO ADHERE TO THE GOOGLE CORPORATE CULTURE, YET BE RESPONSIVE TO THE OFFICE’S LOCALITY AND THE CITY’S CHARM’

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It’s the expansive view of the forest and ravine that first strikes you about this Toronto home. Whether you’re listening to the pianist with friends, a glass of champagne from the bar in one hand, or lying in bed in the master suite, the leaves seem to engulf you. Known as the Integral House, this Shim-Sutcliffe Architects custom-designed locale is made for entertaining, with room enough to invite 200 guests. A bar area borders the entertainment space, the acoustics composed with music in mind; the dining room and upstairs kitchen, separated by an adjustable wall, are ideal for catered dinner parties. The art gallery will also attract intrigued visitors – carry on and you’ll reach the study, complete with a conference table, for potential business discussions. When the crowds have dispersed, there’s the indoor exercise pool, sauna and hot tub to enjoy. In better weather, the interior space here can be fused with nature by lowering the 9m-long window. For the frosty Canadian winters, the underfloor heating throughout the residence, the heated driveway and walkways, and three fireplaces will take the edge off the cold. This four-bedroom, eight-bathroom property is on the market through Sotheby’s International Realty for CAD$19.5 million (in the region of R220 million). A virtual tour is available online: web reference C3465781.

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USEFUL CONTACTS

n Sotheby’s International Realty Canada sothebysrealty.ca, +1 416 960 9995 n High Commission of Canada in South Africa canadainternational. gc.ca/southafrica-afriquedusud n Government of Canada canada.ca n Destination Canada en.destinationcanada.com n Lonely Planet tourism guide lonelyplanet.com/canada

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