To Build - Volume 12 l Issue 2 by Media Xpose

Volume 12 Issue 2 June 2022

Top 2022

design surface trends

The bathroom as a place of well-being

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Talking

energy efficiency in the home

A concept and

style guide

Inspirational woman architect & interior designer – Engela de Beer

Winter’s wondrously earthy palette Restoring wooden doors, frames and windows

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How has your 2022 been so far? Gareth Griffiths editor@tobuild.co.za

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In publishing it has been a tough year and all credit is given to our publisher, MediaXpose who have, for over 10 years, published this magazine on time and in print, as well as digitally without fail each year. TO BUILD’s title says it all. This is your magazine, the architectural professional, designer, engineer, developer, planner, academic, suppliers and other professionals. More recently we took the bold step of launching to the B2C/retail market.

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38 10 News & Reviews: Market Updates COVER STORY: EVA ARCHITECTS 14 Inspirational woman architect & interior designer

TRENDS 2022 18 Hospitality & apartment design: Top 2022 design & surface trends

52 HOME AUTOMATION & SECURITY 52 The best defence is a good offence

PROJECTS 22 The extreme makeover: DHL Stadium 26 Polokwane Freshmark 32 Deviating from the ‘same old, same old’

54 KITCHENS 56 Advertorial: Franke Maris Fragranite Bowls Advertorial – Spectacularly big! 60 Dishwashing freedom! Is it possible?

36 HOME & GARDEN 38 A concept & style guide 42 Organise a ‘matchbox’ bedroom – easy hacks 44 Picture perfect 46 Modern bathroom design & renovation 50 Winter is the time to prepare for Spring’s new growth

62 BATHROOMS 66 The bathroom as a place of wellbeing

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PAINT & DECORATIVE COATING 70 Winter’s wondrously earthy palette 72 The future of acrylic and other paint is green

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74 SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS 76 New Beitbridge border post to speed up traffic flow 78 Advertorial: The Clay Brick Association of South Africa – Save construction costs, save the environment 80 Restoring wooden doors, frames and windows 82 How creative cladding is changing the face of architecture 84 Timber construction is beautiful 88 GVK-Siya Zama, a zero harm perspective 90 Mixed-use building HVAC application 92 One step ahead in flooring 94 Some like it hot! 98 Health and Safety: South African Construction Industry 100 Talking energy efficiency in the home 102 Helpful plumbing adhesives & sealants 104 Nature knows best 108 Advertorial: Tecron Water Heating – Copper is top choice for hot water cylinders

PUBLISHER Elroy van Heerden elroy@tobuild.co.za HEAD OF EDITORIAL Tashne Singh editorial@mediaxpose.co.za EDITOR Gareth Griffiths editor@tobuild.co.za SUB-EDITOR Tessa O'Hara tessa.ohara@gmail.com CONTENT MANAGER Wadoeda Adams artwork@mediaxpose.co.za EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS BPAS Architects & 3Sixty Photography Craig Laskey Digby Wesson Erina Botha Gareth Griffiths Imaging Johann Walters & Johan Lourens Photography Kim Williams Prof. John Smallwood EDITORIAL ASSISTANT Maurisha Niewenhuys maurisha@mediaxpose.co.za

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NEWS & VIEWS MARKET UPDATES

Controlling water and damp The manufacturers of Eco-Insulation Cellulose Fibre Ceiling Insulation, a SABS-approved product made in an ISO9001:2015 certified factory, advises that clients make sure that when they install an insulation product in a home or office, that it carries a SABS mark or an equivalent stamp of quality, which ensures it is in line with the National Building Regulations (NBR). The installer should also have an up-todate Product Compliance Certificate, issued by the Thermal Insulation Products & Systems Association of SA says a company press release. In the home, a burst water pipe or geyser leak may happen with the geyser overflow tray overflowing causing mayhem. The ceiling could detach as a result of the additional load of water. Whatever happens, the room below will flood causing interior damage. Whatever the cause, this is an insured event and in most cases requires ceiling replacement. Make sure you are insured and that you have used an accredited plumber to do the original work.

However, in cases of ordinary condensation of water vapour and smaller leaks, including rain and pinholes in pipes or joints, the building owner will be unaware of them until condensate or water trickles down through the insulation onto the ceiling, over time creating damp in the ceiling, cornices and walls and leading to damage.

The product also helps to regulate ordinary humidity levels in your roof, avoiding condensation that can otherwise run down the walls into the rooms below.

However, when using cellulose fibre insulation, such condensate is readily absorbed before reaching the ceiling. Eco-Insulation is highly absorbent and this proves to be a strength of the product in this instance. The sun comes out and the roof space warms up, evaporation will occur because the product contains many air gaps. This helps the insulation to dry out.

Melamine lami nate:

Bison offering evolves PG Bison has replaced its Super White in Peen finish with Picco White in Strata finish across its BisonLam and SupaLam product ranges. PG Bison

PG Bison has supplied BisonLam and SupaLam products into the market in its Super White, Peen finish for many years. While the BisonLam products are predominantly used for the interior carcasses of cabinets, SupaLam, specifically the single face option, is used in the spray and wrap door market. In 2020, the company launched its new Picco White colour in Strata finish as an alternative. Making the most of new surface technologies, Picco White in Strata is designed to offer a more modern, matt and whiter finish than Super White in Peen, but with the same durability and easy-cleaning qualities PG Bison customers expect from all the company’s sealed melamine products, says the manufacturer. “We view this new colour and finish as a superior product and therefore an evolution of our BisonLam and SupaLam offering,” explains Justin Berry, Marketing and Strategic Development Executive at PG Bison. “It was developed in line with our vision to inspire and enable beautiful living spaces. Our longer term plan to phase out this product was accelerated due to a loss of a set of our Peen texture plates, an unfortunate mechanical setback suffered at our Ugie plant.”

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MARKET UPDATES NEWS & VIEWS

Multimedia display adds value to decor In 1692, Spier was one of the very first farms established in Stellenbosch. It's home to a restored Manor House, an intriguing collection of Cape Dutch gables (more than any other farm in the country) and South Africa's oldest dated wine cellar. Gareth Griffiths There is also a magnificent hotel, which speaks to guests and visitors about sustainable development as they walk its spaces. However, it is the Spier Art Collection, one of the largest contemporary collections of South African art in the country, that makes a bold decor statement - within the corridors of Spier facilities as well as its beautiful gardens. This historical wine farm and hospitality centre has adopted a visionary policy with regard to stimulating the arts community in South Africa through projects that honour our African art heritage and enriches its future including over 1 000 pieces of original work, mainly indoors. Largescale sculptures add visual interest to the landscape while providing artists with a platform for their unique artistic expression. In fact, Spier has in excess of 31 permanent outdoor sculptures. This ‘external decor’ carries Spier’s sustainability and heritage themes into its beautifully and sustainably landscaped outdoor and farming spaces, The fourth and highly anticipated edition of the celebrated annual Spier Light Art was presented during March and April, mostly outdoors. Visitors experienced an evocative world of light, sound and video art at the historic farm. “We have used this opportunity during the global pandemic to look within, connect with loved ones and find joy in quiet moments of calm. But we have also sought ways to embrace the promises of the future.

It would be rash not to reflect on what has happened to us all, but it must be tempered with forward-looking positivity. The artworks showcased at Spier Light Art 2022 did just

that by asking us to glance back while looking ahead, learning from the past as we stride into the future,” said the curators, Jay Pather and Vaughn Sadie.

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NEWS & VIEWS MARKET UPDATES

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plastic lined glass fibre mesh, as well as next to the Sikadur-Combiflex® SG on the floor joints for additional waterproofing due to small surface cracks that formed on the concrete to provide an additional waterproofing and concrete protection against hairline cracks. It was also applied over wall construction joints with applicable plastic lined glass fibre matt for additional reinforcement.

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COVER STORY EVA ARCHITECTS

Inspirational woman architect

& interior designer Engela de Beer is the owner of EVA architects, a Gauteng-based boutique design firm, founded in 2012. TO BUILD is proud to feature her work on our cover. Engela de Beer

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EVA ARCHITECTS COVER STORY

Before

De Beer (Architect Pr.Arch 21568), is a professional architect and inspiring interior designer who specialises in high-end residential projects. “Whether you are looking for someone to work with on a new house design, alterations or interior design, EVA offers exceptional design talent, from choosing authentic objects, furniture, assisting with colours and material, to layout design, practical application as well as managing the whole process,” she advises. There is more, however, to De Beer than meets the eye. She tells us that she is also an artist who enjoys painting, sculpting and has been commissioned to do large format murals. In this vein, she also designs and prints her own soft furnishings for clients that are looking for authentic and timeless pieces to complement their personal style. “I cherish the relationships formed with clients. They ultimately become friends. There are also contractors that phone me back, as well as subcontractors with great after sales service. These form enduring relationships which are so important.”

Before

I cherish the relationships formed with clients. They ultimately become friends ...

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COVER STORY EVA ARCHITECTS

Engela de Beer’s top tips on what to do before starting a design project 1 Make sure that the professional is SACAP registered and qualified for the specific task

South African Council for the Architectural Profession (SACAP) is the controlling body for the profession. (www.sacapsa.com)

2 Decide what you already love (and really hate) about your current home?

What colours do you love and which colours do you hate? What style or styles are you drawn to? You might like to prepare a list of things that currently work well and things that frustrate you. Or start and share Pinterest or Houzz folders.

3 Consider how you use each space in your home and list any special needs?

Walk around each room and think about how you use the rooms and any possible changes that would improve the function of the room for you and your family. Do any of the people who live in the home or visit regularly have special needs? This might be wheelchair access, elderly people with special needs and children.

4 What is your budget and decide if there are any time frames to consider?

Being realistic about a budget will help you work out what can be achieved now and what might need to be saved for a later stage. Remember your budget has a direct impact on what is possible in terms of extravagant and expensive ideas and furniture. In essence, clients need to be more realistic about what they can achieve with the budget they have. It's also important to keep in mind that there can be lead times for certain work that should be factored in. Manufacturing of built-in joinery or certain window furnishings can take time to arrange and have installed. Consider working in stages if your budget is tight. Having the architect or designer conceptualise an overall design at the start, then working out the stages will help keep the overall design cohesive and could save you money by avoiding mistakes along the way. One of the most important things to achieve together with your architectural professional is having open and honest communication. It's easier to make changes as soon as you are uncomfortable, rather than letting things continue and becoming resentful at the end.

5 Do you have any existing objects, furniture or collections that need to be factored in? It's best to make your designer aware of any of these needs prior to a concept being developed.

Engela de Beer

EVA Architects 082 721 9518 www.eva-architects.co.za

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Passionately curious – timeless style & lasting quality EVA architects was founded in March 2012. We are a woman-owned, full service architectural firm. We specialise in high-end projects, house designs, alterations and interior design. In addition to architectural design, owner and founder at EVA, Engela de Beer, is also an artist who produces large format wall murials. We are dedicated to the concept that architecture is an environmentally respectful & socially responsible pursuit. We listen to what our clients require and follow through with passion and enthusiasm. At EVA we endeavour to approach each project, together with the client & professionals in a collaboration of knowledge, needs and efforts, realising solutions to explore creative opportunities and results. We strive to create spaces for people to live in, design homes which are environmentally and economically sustainable while keeping both practicality & beauty in mind.

EVA Architects (Ergonomic Venture Artistic) l Engela de Beer l +27 82 721 9518 l www.eva-architects.co.za

ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN FEATURE TRENDS 2022

Hospitality & apartment design:

Top 2022 design & surface trends

This year the focus is back on hospitality. This is the year of the ultimate hotel experience that’s elevated by unique interior design and surface trends. Biophilia, sustainability, homecoming, and artistry are the main themes, and it’s all looking very exciting. Novograf and Black Brick Novograf and Gareth Griffiths

Commercial outfitter Novograf (novograf.co.uk) shares with TO BUILD readers the top interior design and surface trends that are prevailing in the hospitality sector throughout 2022. 2021 gave rise to biophilic design when people were longing for a deeper connection with nature. In 2022, the trend is here to stay. This design concept embraces design techniques that revive our contact with the natural world through the built environment. With sustainability in mind, we’re designing spaces with eco-friendly materials, natural textures, and lots of greenery. Biophilia and sustainability go handin-hand: “Even at the luxury end of the market, notions of repair, recycling, and re-use will predominate with the emphasis on the uniqueness of the remade product. There will be no loss of style or quality. It will be the same artisans crafting the products,” comments Michelle Ogundehin, a thought leader in interiors and trends. In the hospitality sector, surfaces are at the forefront, and they significantly align with biophilic design. “Today’s eco-conscious consumer is whom hotels need to cater to in 2022, and the design needs to reflect their target market’s cravings for sustainability and biophilia. We attended this year’s Surface Design

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Show in London and one thing became apparent: visitors were drawn to natural, uncut materials, such as wood effect emulations. Such a simple yet effective design perfectly matches the biophilic vibe and is easily incorporated into any design concept,” says Ross Campbell of Novograf. Cork flooring is also going to be big this year, due to its eco-credentials and natural thermal properties. Alongside surfaces, textures that come in the form of curtains, rugs, and organic bedding can also enhance the biophilic design. One hotel that creatively incorporates the biophilic design into its living and commercial spaces is the Leman Locke hotel in East London. This is the first biophilic hotel in London, launched on 19 October 2019, and has since led by example. It

features wooden flooring matched with soft, natural colours all around and lots of greenery.

Lobby with a new purpose

In 2022, we are seeing the “new normal” prevail in business ambience, and it’s characterised by “bleisure”. This refers to long-term business trips that fuse business with leisure and is an echo of the work-fromhome model. Wanting to extend their trips, business travellers are looking for spaces that support both their work and leisure needs. In hotels, the lobby can be that alternative office. To turn the lobby into a top-notch coworking space, you can create comfort by incorporating long tables that can be used as desks for business meetings and

2021 gave rise to biophilic design when people were longing for a deeper connection with nature. In 2022, the trend is here to stay.

ergonomic furniture. Lighting is also of vital importance, so it’s important to ensure that there is lots of natural light to help the guests focus, as well as tall ceilings with accessible controls. Zoning can also help provide versatile room configurations, such as meeting rooms, media space, coffee breaks, etc. You can easily and affordably achieve that by using partitions and dividers, which are extremely convenient. Elyza Falzon, Hilton’s vice president, comments: “Locally inspired design elements such as artwork, millwork, and pops of colour are key”, so add an artistic streak to your space. If you’re looking for a home-away-fromhome feel, the White City House hotel, located in the former BBC Television Centre in London, has everything you need for your bleisure trip. It has a dedicated coworking space called Soho Works White City, featuring bookable meeting rooms, a study, an area with hot desks and long tables with chairs, private phone booths, and even podcast recording equipment. Design fuses biophilia with accent art walls.

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In South Africa, the ‘lobby with a new purpose’ trend is backed up by the emergence of a new phenomenon, urban resorts, as exemplified by Gauteng-based developer, Black Brick, who are blazing the trail with their new range of repurposed commercial spaces, being converted into uber-trendy Urban Villages. Based on a buyer making an investment in an apartment inside a Black Brick complex, that unit becomes available when not required by the owner, to members of the Black Brick Club, who are business people who find a home-from-home in one of a number of such complexes in SA’s major cities. In fact, the Sandton Black Brick offering sees itself as a ‘vertical village within the heart of Sandton’, which comprises apartments, hotel rooms, working and socialising spaces. The facility houses co-working and meeting areas, a small library, a private cinema, a boxing gym, a meditation garden, and cafes. The newly-launched urban resort in a former corporate headquarters in Bedfordview even goes a step further into biophilia. This one offers its buyers a genuine “ 35 000m2 forest”, which will be developed around the new apartment hotel to be located in a former industrial park; perfect for getting a breath of fresh air, exercise and more.

Welcome home

With a strong emphasis on homely (and home-office) environments, this aesthetic is penetrating the hospitality interior designs this year. Recreating the comfort and serenity of a homely atmosphere without risking the appearance of novelty is much appreciated when designing hotel rooms. The layout needs to be expanded to feature fully equipped kitchens and bathrooms, as well as a warm colour palette and superb décor. What guests are looking for in a bathroom is an atmosphere of wellness. Relaxation meets functionality through versatile plumbing, such as a bathtub and a shower area with a spa effect. The centrepiece of the bathroom is the tiles, so pick innovative tile designs. To further enhance the bathroom design, match them with the décor, featuring bath rugs, vases, plants, lights, and even paintings. Technology is also important to today’s consumers, so make sure to include a smart TV or a smart retro-looking shower radio. This year presents developers and renovators with the opportunity to paint the blank canvas of a hospitality facility in all the shades of the emerging 2022 interior design and surface trends. Making weary travellers feel at home is what it is all about. TO BUILD’s contributor, Novograf, specialises in print, design, emulation and manufacturing. Their clients across the retail and commercial industries rely on custom quality graphics, surface solutions, signage and store fit-outs.

References https://www.dezeen.com/2022/01/21/interior-design-trends-report-2022-michelleogundehin/ https://www.livingetc.com/whats-news/the-biggest-interior-trends-195539 https://www.lockeliving.com/en/london/leman-locke https://www.theresident.co.uk/lifestyle-london/londons-first-biophilic-hotel-suites-filledwith-houseplants/?msclkid=894781e0a8eb11ec8e059dad3d515fb4 https://www.hoteliermiddleeast.com/people/co-working-spaces-in-hotels-why-theyre-sopopular-and-how-theyre-designed https://www.sohohouse.com/houses/white-city-house?msclkid=09f10cdfa8f011ec97a94af 96363462f https://www.sohohouse.com/soho-works/white-city

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The extreme makeover:

DHL Stadium During the nadir of South Africa’s Covid lockdowns, the task fell to an intrepid team of architects, engineers, designers and system suppliers to meet an almost impossible task: to complete an extensive refurbishment of the hospitality areas of the DHL (Cape Town) Stadium in line with the closing of the former Newlands Rugby Stadium. They had to accommodate Western Province Rugby hospitality suite owners inside the newly enhanced Greenpoint-based stadiums, as well as various other sporting codes, notably soccer, and major concert organisers. EBESA

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According to the architects, EBESA, the suite holders lease agreement at Newlands came to an end when WP Rugby signed the new agreement with DHL stadium. Newlands suite holders had first preference to sign a new lease agreement at DHL stadium. As the stadium is a multi-use stadium and host to big concerts, and soccer and rugby events, the suite holders have first right to attend events. Should they decline, the suite is then available for hire from the stadium for the specific event. The DHL Stadium was completed in 2009 to meet the requirements for hosting the FIFA World Cup Soccer in 2010. The business plan at the time always envisaged that the stadium would become financially sustainable over time. To achieve the objective, the City of Cape Town identified two critical commercial goals: the need to secure an anchor tenant, as well as being able to compete as a world-class stadium. To secure the anchor tenant the completion of an additional 168 suites, and seven executive lounges, with a total hospitality capacity of 7 329 seats would be required. The agreement was signed with Western Province Rugby (anchor tenant). The suite construction commenced in February 2020, and final completion was in April 2021. Carina Marais, professional senior architectural technologist at EBESA, says that their client, Cape Town Stadium, was closely involved in all stages of design and during the construction period. To make the design modern, practical and sustainable, the team visited various large similar facilities around South Africa to benchmark and get insights from the appropriate stadium operators. All in all, 20 594m² of CT Stadium floor area received this upgrade, a massive undertaking itself because fast construction methodology was required of the systems due to a limited time frame. Whilst the existing business lounge area was quite large, the client required EBESA to design a flexible solution that split this area into three spaces and also add several new suites. This meant addressing the constraints of the existing floor plates, designing around that and allowing for streamlining of circulation of users from the main vertical access point to individual areas. Much planning went into food warming kitchens, refuse collection points and ablution facilities in line with the new upgraded layout. Marais tells TO BUILD that the project team needed to operate and build lightweight. “The existing floor slab was rated by the stadium’s original engineers to support a simpler load; simple outdoor stadium seats for the Football World Cup 2010 and subsequent events. After that event, the upper floors of the stadium were reconfigured as hospitality areas, bearing more weight. Cognisance of this had to be taken by the designers of the new layout, since the loading of these slabs was approaching their upper limit already.”

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Structural challenges

(Level 8) and to achieve the 120min fire rating. The roof consisted of structural steel trusses and girders with purlins over to support the roof sheeting and access is only provided for maintenance purposes.

“The positions identified for the mobile cranes would also be used for the parking of the concrete pumps. The podium could only carry a certain load and care needed to be taken with the position and movement of construction equipment and trucks.”

No screeds could be accommodated on levels 7 and 8. The existing waterproofing membrane on Level 6 and 7 had to be removed before new vinyl, tiled and epoxy floor finishes were installed. The imposed loading on the level 7 and 8 slabs had to be limited to 3 kN/m2.

“The curtain wall installation was extremely challenging. This was due to the restricted work space between the edge of the slab and the façade membrane. Due to the membrane and the outward sloping nature of the stadium, the usual stick system installation off a scaffold could not be achieved. The installation was therefore altered to a fixed panel system that was lowered from the floor above and winched in towards the slab edge on the lower level,” explains Marais.

Furthermore, the restrictions of serious lightweight specifications by the structural engineer, the 120min fire rating, and the requisite acoustic performance of the spaces had to be taken into account.

All partitions and walls constructed at all refurbished and new levels had to be lightweight dry walling or similar. The design allowed for a drywall system which varies between 0.39, 0.49 and 0.59 kN/m2 of weight.

Lightweight suspended ceilings were used for Level 6 to 8. A maximum weight limit of 6kg/m2 had to be achieved. Gypsum ceiling boards could only be accommodated in small quantities. Level 7 and 8 were constructed by means of new steel columns positioned as far as possible in line and within the drywalls, and these were anchored off level 7, the former stadium roof. A 150mm thick bond-dek floor system was chosen as a result of lightweight requirements

“The logistics required for the material handling to get materials into the stadium and onto the workspace on Levels 6,7 and 8, proved to be very challenging. The estimated weight of the heaviest load of material was to be 1.7 tons. All other building material would be grouped in the same or lesser loads.

“A major system supplier to the project, Saint-Gobain, delivered expert advice at all times, and their team workshopped the drywall layouts closely with the architects to achieve the best and most cost-effective drywall solutions for the project. They then compiled a project-specific document with specifications, construction details and installation guides,” adds Marais.

Milestones achieved

From a project point of view, the Covid lockdowns delayed the works, but was only by 33 working days in total. It also impacted the materials supply chain, especially imported goods or locally manufactured materials during industry lockdowns. Suppliers faced difficulty in fixing international pricing as well as various technical issues. “The removal of the existing mesh façade to the stadium had to be done by the suppliers from Germany so that the client did not lose their guarantee on the material. It then had to be stored and re-installed by the same suppliers. They were also challenged by travel restrictions due to Covid. “One of the highlights of this project and project team, was that as a collective we worked together and were able to complete the construction during 2020 Covid restrictions, and finish the project on time and within budget,” Marais concludes.

Project team

Developer: Cape Town Stadium Architect: Ebesa Architects Main Contractor: Grinaker LTA Quantity Surveyor: Narker and Associates Project Manager: Qunu Engineers & Project Managers Ceiling and Partitioning Sub-Contractor: Scheltema & Co and Fast Track Contracting (Pty) Ltd System supplier: Saint-Gobain - Ecophon, Gyproc and Isover. 24

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Polokwane Freshmark Constructing a 10 000m2 building on an open site transected by a 100-year stormwater servitude during the global pandemic would be off the radar for many building professionals. However, that is exactly what award-winning Cape Town-based architectural firm, SLT Architects, achieved by designing and project managing a technically challenging state-of-the-art distribution centre (DC) for fresh food distributor, Freshmark. Johann Walters, Johan Lourens and Gareth Griffiths Freshmark is part of the highly regarded Shoprite Group and the new DC is located on a greenfields site within Polokwane’s N1 Industrial Parkpark. This new distribution centre is key to the Group’s fresh produce strategy in the

Professional team

booming city and region, also providing a cross-docking point for produce despatched from Gauteng to more far flung areas across the province. The new DC also played a leading role in consolidating the operations of two distinct but smaller sites in the municipal area, meaning that administration

Architect: Niel Marx - SLT Architects Contractor: JC Van der Linde & Venter Projects Project Manager and QS: IQS Logistics Engineer: Anton Coetzee – Relog Engineers Structural Engineers: Sebastian Dockter and Leon Ras -WSP Engineers Refrigeration: WSP Engineers Mechanical: Lethaba Green Consulting Engineers Fire Engineers: Tom Esterhuizen and Associates Civil: KLS Consulting Engineers

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and operations are effectively under one roof. Administrative offices form approximately 1 000m2 of the total of 10 000m2 floorspace. According to Shoprite: “The facility caters for future growth and has allowed us to consolidate the supply chain from several buildings in a few locations, into one ‘built for purpose’ facility. This consolidation naturally leads to improved control and efficiencies in the supply chain, eliminating multiple stock moves and breaks in the cold chain. “The design resulted from a collaborative professional team including architectural, industrial logistics, property, technical and business. This has ensured all necessary requirements of the customer were incorporated and delivered”, the company’s media spokesperson said in response to questions sent to them.

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The designers & professional team

Niel Marx, the lead architect on the project attributes the highly successful and onschedule build to a tightly focussed project team, who have worked together for over 10 years on similar projects. “We were fortunate to have a young construction team who were very dedicated to the job and extremely agile in their approach. We relied heavily on their being on site during the more severe period of South Africa’s lockdowns, for example when inter-provincial travel was banned,” he says. (The DC is located in Limpopo Province and the contractors are Gauteng-based). A ‘clear and present’ danger to progress, however, was the pandemic, which meant that the professional teams had to operate remotely, overcoming this restriction by the innovative use of building information modelling (BIM) technologies and also a remote high resolution camera imaging service called HoloBuilder. According to Marx, HoloBuilder produces high resolution 360-degree imaging producing 3-D video walkthroughs that are stored on local servers, but are accessible in the cloud. As part of the Autodesk offering, this cloud based technology meant that the designers, engineers, project manager, the developer and client could communicate in real time with site professionals on the ground in Polokwane, even up to the snagging stage of the project when the bulk of the construction had been done.

From the perspective of the contractors, BIM information accessible in the cloud meant that an evolving and highly detailed design was available with updates on demand in real time as the professional team ‘walked’ the site, accessible from handheld/tablet devices. According to T’Shana Goosen, Senior Architectural Technologist at SLT Architects on the project: “This project required a large amount of service coordination. Between ourselves as architects and the rest of the team, we were able to view live feeds from each consultant and be warned specifically about clashes between services.

severely restricted travelling, human interface (meetings) and without BIM and Holobuilder we would not have achieved the fasttrack timeline. “Coupled with that, we also had an extensive nationwide shortage of steel caused by industrial action, but despite all of this, this fast track project reached its practical completion (PC) date on time.”

“For a large-scale project where logistics played a big role, this was advantageous. This included the process of documenting and sharing of work from sketch plans to council submission, to RFIs and construction drawings also proved to be more secure and accurate as the software does most of the work for you.” “Lockdown changed everything”, says Marx. “Covid-19

Niel Marx and T’Shana Goosen

Restrictions of the site The site was an open space in an existing business park, the N1 Industrial Park. As such the space available for development was constrained by the site size as well as the need to accommodate a legacy 100-year stormwater servitude, located near the entrance gate, dividing the property into two sections. The client also has plans for an expansion of the DC via a Phase 2 development which also has to be accommodated in the future on the site’s footprint. A novel approach was adopted in both cases during the planning stage, which had begun just prior to the year 2020, after which the Covid-19 pandemic happened. Landscape restrictions: The 100-year flood water causeway was landscaped into a swale to handle the possible flood risk by converting a 1.5m drop into a 0.5m swale that could be easily navigated by delivery vehicles and other traffic and used for parking. Land size restrictions: The entire warehouse is refrigerated (to 1ºC) and handles a large number of paletted fresh produce on a limited footprint, leaving the design team with no alternative than to design vertically. Hence, at its apex, the building is close to 30m off the ground.

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Structural considerations

The project is visually pleasing. The architects decided that a slightly more angular approach was required, setting the Polokwane DC apart from the design approached used as the award-winning Whitey Basson DC in Cape Town. On the ground, the structural steel roofing structure is supported by tilt-up reinforced concrete columns up to 30m in height. Construction manager, Johann Walters of JC Van der Linde & Venter Projects adds: “The RC columns range in height from 16-20m in height. The biggest one was 60 tons 1800 x 900mm in size and 20m high. Our precast contractor, Bedrock, says it is the heaviest they have ever picked up and according to them the heaviest in the country to date.” Marx describes the roof and its angles as a “sports model option”, which it indeed appears to be with its racy good looks and eye-catching usage of a pre-painted steel roof, partially cladded with IBR profile and contrasting the white ISO panel walls on the gable ends of the building. ISO panels are stacked within the steel framing.The innovative use of a pre-painted AZ150 ColorPlus SAFLOK 700 roofing profile gives the building a very modern appearance, with IBR fixed-piercing cladding adding to the visual effect below the bullnose. However, it is functional also and the bullnose at the receiving end of the roof serves to protect goods receipt and despatch operations from the elements. A larger canopy protrudes from the docking face side of the building with a striking white roof. “White roofing was purposefully used to emphasise this section and make it stand out from the rest of the building. This is an on-grade delivery canopy and it is virtually separate from the rest of the structure. I wanted this wing design to reflect its (functional) uniqueness,” adds Marx. “All in all, we worked closely with the client and logistics engineer as to the actual operations of the building. The first 32m from the docking face on the floor is used for pallet stacking, receipt and despatch from the building. Stacking heights on pallets are limited since these serve limited truck heights. “Moving towards the back, the apex, various racking options, were placed in order of 28

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height. Highest racking and long term storage were placed at the back of the building. We then followed this natural progression/line and adopted the shape of the roof accordingly”, he explains.

Having these facilities available on one site has resulted in a more efficient operation when it comes to Fleet management and the flow of pallets of goods throughout the process.”

Says the Shoprite Group media team: “The racking heights required for Freshmark necessitated the roof shape being adapted to accommodate them,while visually retaining the striking overall architectural motif of the rest of the facility. PV panel installation was also catered for in the roof design to reduce the energy footprint.

Another noteworthy element of the design and an example of the architectural team’s original thinking was the optimal use of vertical space not required for pallet stacking inside the warehouse for functional purposes, allowing multiple use of the volume..

“We also created a returns centre to receive and manage returnable equipment from stores where it is sorted, cleaned, and staged ready for collection by suppliers or for use on the next outbound loads. The site has value added facilities such as a truck servicing area, truck washing area and underground diesel storage and pumps.

Hence, a sloped roof, allowing for a maximum height of 30m at the back of the building to facilitate maximum pallet racking heights to 23.5m, and then sloped off to the working receiving and despatch area of the floor where the greater height is not needed for the regular depot operations, but conveniently providing an opportunity for a functional second level.

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R&R ‘oasis’ space for the staff of the DC With no other option other than to “build up”, the requirement for an R&R space for the staff of the DC was met by providing a second level up above the banana ripening room, a boxy structure protruding from the side of the warehouse. The banana room provides an isolated, stable environment for the Freshmark storage of bananas, a major product of SA’s northernmost provinces. The architects decided to locate the staff room 6m above the banana room, accessed via two flights of stairs. This space has been rendered as a green area (so-called ‘oasis’) with maximum use of plant life, recreational facilities and an attractive balcony which also has the dual function of being an approved fire escape landing. Administrative working spaces of close to 1 000m2 are provided to a modern standard, including administrative offices, a kitchen, canteen, lockers and bathrooms.

BIM information accessible in the cloud meant that an evolving and highly detailed design was available with updates on demand in real time

Environmental considerations of the new design • The Shoprite Group has a standing commitment to the use of renewable energy, as evidenced by a number of retail stores being fitted with PV panels, so the medium term plan is for the roof of the DC to be used to support a PV array. Services for such an installation are already in place. • Heating was an interesting feature. Thermal energy is harvested from the mechanical plant room and via heat transfer is used to warm water that is used in the washing of crates. • Water handling: The site has a borehole and storm water is directed to services drains, this being a high rainfall area. • Security enclosures around access and egress points are fashioned from ‘green steel’ mesh, that is planted and will eventually be overgrown with vegetation.

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CURRO SCHOOL DURBANVILLE

Deviating from the

‘same old, same old’ To the practiced eye, the detailed usage of steel roofing and cladding, combined with exposed concrete and glass, speaks of architectural wizardry. A new contemporary Hogwarts campus? No, it’s Curro Durbanville, the latest iteration in the role out of JSE-listed independent education provider, Curro Holdings. BPAS Architects and 3sixty Photography

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Curro Durbanville proudly announced the expansion of its original grounds by building and occupying a brand new, contemporary campus for the high school that is 9 800m² in size, including the auditorium. The new campus showcases the very latest in education space design, which has been crafted with a learnercentric approach where their needs and aspirations have been taken into account throughout the design process.

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The new campus eschews the conventional arrangement of space within a school where usually the classroom is private. Here it is different.

Located in Groot Phesantekraal, about 5km from the current campus, this greenfields building boasts the capacity to house 1 000 learners with room for further expansion. The new campus eschews the conventional arrangement of space within a school where usually the classroom is private, the hall and passages semiprivate, and the playground the school’s public space. Inspiration for the project was acquired from the best schools in Europe, Brazil and India, and it also took key indicators

from our Southern African continent. The high school, for instance, includes features that reduce the school’s energy footprint, such as a rainwater harvesting system.

TO BUILD spoke to the architects, BPAS Architecture about just what makes this new campus unique and the features that make it stand out from the rest.

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Design process crafted with a learner-centric approach

“It was important that the design process was not isolated to a single author but crafted with a learner-centric approach through collaborative and investigative processes. Further inspiration was drawn from the surrounding context; the design emits an exciting take on form, texture, and scale,” says Landseer Collen, the Director and architect at BPAS Architects in Tyger Valley, Cape Town. A series of layout configurations were assessed for the overall campus. During this process, determining factors such as site conditions and constraints, accommodation requirements (programme), the orientation of sports fields together with potential shade-cast of structures, connectivity between respective facilities, as well as the internal road link between the predetermined access points were taken into consideration to find the most suitable layout. “The U-shaped building footprint frames the southern corner of the site, which formulates

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a forecourt defined by the auditorium and hall on either side. It ‘embraces’ the learners and visitors as they enter, while also acting as a protective buffer from the elements. A direct visual connection to the main entrance makes wayfinding easier for users,”explains Collen. “The building height was kept moderately low by spreading the accommodation over wider floor plates, thereby relating to the surrounding context of the existing and planned urban skyline. The architecture is non-stylistic, it responds to site conditions such as climate, contours, accessibility, and connectivity, resulting in a site-specific design.” The conventional ‘school typology’ consisting of classrooms that are framed

by four walls was challenged by the concept of constant interaction between spaces. The classes become permeable and adaptive with furniture, such as combinable tables, designed specifically for the hybrid and flexible use of each space. This dynamic space is emphasised by the juxtaposition of the slanted columns. These columns symbolise the encouragement of diversity, uniqueness, and unconventionality in a collective and safe environment. The classrooms and laboratories are placed around an atrium and internal courtyard space respectively, allowing for daylight to filter into these spaces. Organically shaped walkways that host collaboration spaces, together with slanted columns and colourful interior elements create visual interest and a sense of playfulness and difference.

The classes become permeable and adaptive with furniture, such as combinable tables, designed specifically for the hybrid and flexible use of each space.

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Ventilation strategies

According to Theo Gutter, project architect at BPAS Architects, openable windows and louvres on facades added to natural ventilation. The atrium roof functions as a heat chimney, with constant cool air drawn in at lower levels from shaded areas on the façade. All naturally ventilated areas make use of cross ventilation across enclosed passages. To the eye of the visitor, the usage of exposed concrete in the walls and the roof is also evident in thinking of ‘thermal mass’ which clearly, coupled with the natural ventilation will enhance passive climate control inside the learning areas. Central to the learning area is the atrium: “This required more finesse, with an inverted truss design, being used with minimal end supports to create a perimeter skylight, with a ‘floating ceiling’ in the centre. The skylight had technical detail resolution to interface between concrete, aluminium, frameless glass and roof sheeting,” explains Gutter.

Roofing and cladding

Conventional steel trusses were used in the auditorium, hall and dance & drama studios to create free span structures for the respective spaces. An outstanding feature on the 'tails' of the U-shaped building for auditorium and hall is the use of SAFLOK 700 sheeting which was used on roofs and wall cladding as an added rainscreen. The pre-painted steel substrate used by Safintra Roofing in the forming of the Saflok 700 sheeting was supplied by Safal Steel South Africa, as Colorplus® AZ200 TCT 0.53 in colour Raincloud. All in all, a worthy space for future leaders to weave some magic.

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HOME & GARDEN

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HOME & GARDEN

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HOME & GARDEN DECORATIVE TILES & ACCESSORIES

A concept &

style guide If only the creation of an interior mood, look, style and colour palette was serendipitous! Interior design and décor might be creative and fun, but as interior design diva, Melanie Ewing, the CEO of Chapters knows, there is simply more to creating an interior mood than trusting good fortune. There’s also a fair bit of science, a smattering of maths and geometry, and a ton of in-depth study involved in interior design. Italtile

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Confused? Try the Classic French. French Rustic. Italian. Nordic. Eastern. Art Nouveau. Belle Epoque. Baroque. Art Deco. Minimalism. Maximalism. Bohemian. English Country. Industrial. Modern. Contemporary. Natural. Eco-chic. Transitional. Traditional. Eclectic. Mid Century Modern. Biophilic. The choice is endless. And any journey through the style world is complicated, confusing, and enough to make you feel a bit stir crazy. So, Melanie and the boffins of the Italtile Style Guide have a plan for you: To make it easy, there are four broad style definitions to bear in mind.

NATURAL, a more sustainable, harmonious existence There are so many roads to Natural. From rustic, rural, romantic ‘cottagecore’ (worn wood, old stone floors, floral prints, patchwork, wicker, ceramics), to the big Biophilic Design trend (which reflects our innate connection to nature and the natural world outdoors), to eco-chic bush lodge looks and off-the-grid living. Included are Scandinavian simplicity and the Japanese wabi-sabi aesthetic.

Nature-inspired forms, patterns and textures, organic materials, natural light, and a light carbon footprint. Woven baskets, jute carpets, wicker, wool, raw linen, hand-thrown pottery. Plants. Natural stone cladding, stone-look tiles, wood-look tiles of every description; these are all eco-chic concepts. 1. Moda Vinile is a range of imported vinyl wood-look tiles that offer the lush look and feel of timber, with excellent durability. Top décor tip: Don’t limit your imagination to floorscaping; may we suggest you consider the ceiling as “the fifth wall” and give it a wooden finish to create those country barn vibes. 2. Aix is Atlas Concorde’s latest stone look innovation. Think of the charm and sense of tradition of 18th Century French farmhouses. Smell the rosemary and lavender in the hot Provence sun!. Lay indoors and outdoors for a seamless living space, this is SA after all! 3. Natural stone cladding is no longer being used only for outside areas. These biophilic beauties are being incorporated into interior moodboards to create feature walls, decorate fireplace surrounds and highlight supporting pillars.Natural stone cladding conjures up those 5-star bush lodge looks.

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DECORATIVE TILES & ACCESSORIES HOME & GARDEN

CLASSIC, true style forever Fashions and fads come and go, but true style goes on forever. The Modern Classic style is a forever look and pays homage to traditional moodboards. It’s a little bit romantic, with a feminine side; and it speaks of Italian glamour and French opulence. Contemporary Classic decorators love sculpture, symmetry, elegance and comfort. You’ll find columns, large windows, arches, ornate fireplaces, architectural mouldings, gilded mirrors and chandeliers in a classic home. 1. The Pembroke V&A bath is an ultraluxurious modern take on a classic freestanding tub. Cast from one mould and finished by hand. Pembroke is named after the birthplace of King Henry VIII, a right royal soak. 2. The Sofi tap range by Tivoli, with its curvaceous lines and under-the-skin Italian design genes. 3. The new Trinity Cavan black and white patchworks might be examples of the very latest digital technology. Try this pattern on a staircase, to create movement and a dramatic contrast against the walls.

Fashions and fads come and go, but true style goes on forever.

4. The Shaws Shaker Sink is the ‘most wanted’ item on showroom floors right now, and is the ultimate feature item in a traditional kitchen. Each Shaws Shaker Sink carries the date, number and maker’s signature stamp. 5. Marble is a key theme of the Modern Classic moodboard. Try Mystic. Inspired by mountainscapes, seascapes and cloud formations, it lives somewhere between fantasy and reality, in a space that Italian master tilemakers Ceramica Sant’Agostino calls “beauty beyond nature”. Also try Intarsi, a patterned tile range.

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HOME & GARDEN DECORATIVE TILES & ACCESSORIES

MODERN, clean & uncluttered This is the largest piece of the style pie. The modern interior is clean, uncluttered and carefully considered. It can be monochromatic in mood (all the tones and hues of one colour set, like taupe, brown, terracotta, ivory, nude) or achromatic (the black-gray-white canvas). It features ingenious storage solutions and can handle pops of colour. Wood, glass, concrete, stone and steel create the bone structure.

URBAN, gentrified inner city spaces The go-to style for urbanites, inspired by loft living, warehouse conversions and gentrified inner city spaces. It is spirited, energising and contemporary. Think of Manhattan, or other districts like those needing easy living to provide a cocoon from city stress. Less grunge, more comfort. Leather, neutrals, wood, mixed metals, matt black, screed, paired with scads of natural light from big, floor-to-ceiling windows.

1. Cement-look tiles – all of which are absolutely killing it in the minimalist flooring stakes.

Décor tip: It takes a clever and imaginative eye to pull off an urban look. Its eclectic personality might need a practiced eye, says Melanie Ewing, CEO of Chapters Interiors.

2. Arco Black Wall Hung Vanity, with its gotit-all-in-one looks: natural wood handles, matt black soft-close drawers and squared off white double sinks.

1. ‘Program 1’. More eco-chic water systems than taps, these matt black works of art are masterpieces of industrial engineering.

3. Klif for more modernist Italstylista can be used to create granite ‘gravitas’ in a modern, sparsely-decorated, high ceilinged, glasssided living space.

2. Kit-Kat mosaics or Finger Mosaics, as followed by trend-hunting Pinterest users all over the world. A range of soft neutrals and zingy, almost electric peacock Sapphire and Emerald. Snazzy and pretty. 3. Nox is the urban ‘second life’ aesthetic so popular in the recycled palettes of the Urban style. If worried about creating an expensive mess, give the boffins at Italtile a shout for advice, via whatever channel works best for you (www.italtile.co.za). Do so especially when the planned looks threaten to collide.

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HOME & GARDEN BEDROOMS

Organise a ‘matchbox’ bedroom

– easy hacks

Compliments of TO BUILD, here’s eight clever ways to organise a matchbox-sized bedroom, based on advice from top international and local experts. Gareth Griffiths

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Everybody is doing it, right? It’s all over the broadcast media, made real and popular by shows such as The Home Edit on Netflix or HGTV on DStv - a home makeover series that strives to make home renovation easy for the viewer. Here’s your chance … So, while living in a matchbox, just how easy is it to make a cosy room - student digs, ‘sliver’ apartment or a spare bedroom - can you take it beyond the normal bed-andwardrobe option? It’s amazing what you can do on a budget and with being resourceful - even just a lick of paint to a repurposed wooden piece (Hint: chalk paint is all the thing at the moment). You can do things like repurposing an old ladder to provide extra hanging space, while cashing in on double purposes for what is already there. The experts suggest there are eight ways to better rearrange a bedroom, create more space, store precious goods and maybe even transform things to the point where you sleep better at night.

1. The wardrobe

An all-inclusive wardrobe is by far the most ideal facelift for a bedroom. Choose wisely and don’t forget to troll the second hand stores. Be ready to repaint and maybe even do so sanding. A good wardrobe could accommodate all your stuff using for example, a pull-out trouser rail, see-through top drawers using acrylic separators and also including generous built-in drawer units. Okay, some of this may be fanciful, but consider how much stuff you can add on by visiting one of SAs home stores or shopping online.

2. The horizontal ladder concept

If you don’t have a wardrobe, or if it is too small, consider a horizontally mounted ladder supported off the wall - with the right equipment, this look is funky and very much the rage. An antique or well worn wooden ladder provides for a unique look with some well-chosen hangers. Pop your accessories on the top

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- you can even box them, ensuring the boxes look good and are not too heavy - again, visit your home store or online retailer. Books to store or a speaker to support? Mount a ladder horizontally and flat on a wall, so that you can utilise it as a flat shelf. A vertical ladder can serve the same purpose - or support yor biophilia objective (see tips below).

3. Triangular/corner rack

If your wall is odd-shaped, it will need some thought: “how can I reimagine this space?” You can pop installing hooks and rods in those unused corners of a bedroom for extra hanging storage solutions. A perfect place for bags, accessories and coats – all within easy reach for when you rush out to work or the gym. Then there is also the corner shelf. These can be installed - a few of them set above one another - and painted.

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8. The laundry bag

If you are staying in digs or a rented bedsitter, this can be a problem. You can consider replacing a bulky laundry bag with a flatter laundry bag. This can be hung on a door in the room, even a cupboard door. Or hang it inside if there is dead space. Just remember, if it can be seen, keep it fashionable! Not expensive but a real image-saver.

4. The bedside - optimise that space

Ditch that space-eating bedside table if it offers limited storage. Replace it with a work desk, which can be dual-function. A desk close to the bed can double as a nightstand for a reading light, a glass of water, a candle, loadshedding lamp, holder and any essentials you needed for the night. Of course, an appropriate height chest of drawers, can also double as a bedside table (mind the elbows when in bed)..

5. Fold-down desk

Need some additional workspace? Folddown desks provide a good opportunity to pick a well-lit, neutral or inspiring backdrop when doing a webinar or having a Skypemeeting. Uch better than seeing a blurry display of clothing!

6. Extend the wardrobe using an end shelf

can add rails, shelves, pegs or hanging bags within ‘dead space’ inside the wardrobe - use the inner panel of the doors as storage. This will also preserve them to last you longer, away from dust, damp and also intrusive sunlight.

Busier than ever, coming out of lockdowns, we so need to keep our private spaces open, airy, and mess-free. After all this is where we unwind and find the purpose for the days ahead. Some tips: • Position the bed against the window, installing mirrors to create the illusion of a larger space • Add plants and incorporate ‘biophilia’ • Use lower-placed lights for a calming feel • Consider dark/blackout curtains to cut out stay light and enhance a circadian rhythm. This improves sleep quality • At night, longer wavelengths of visible light are your best friend. Hence, red, orange, or yellow are “warm” lights that best benefit the circadian rhythm and help you fall asleep peacefully • Vintage filament LED lamps work marvelously well.

Here’s some extra space that not many think of! Source a matching shelf to add to the side of your wardrobe - for example as seen in the kitchen where round edge shelves hang off a main cupboard unit. , if possible. To this, you can add tasteful baskets for smaller items - or utilise the space for books and decorations.

7. Shoes - use that dead space Shoes are a pain in the neck to store so get rid of the clutter on the floor and look to something that offers an easyto-get-to option - with both shoes in the pair together. You

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HOME & GARDEN LIGHTING

Picture Perfect Do you have dark areas in your living spaces where a really great artwork of photos simply doesn't get noticed? We spoke to Melissa Davidson from the Lighting Warehouse (www.lightingwarehouse.co.za) for some tips. Lighting Warehouse “Investing in beautiful artwork is the perfect way to complete the look of a room, however, it doesn’t end there. To really make it a standout feature, you will also need to install the correct lighting to ensure that the eye is immediately drawn to the piece. This is best achieved by picture

lights that are specially designed to offer the best illumination for framed photos or artworks,” says Davidson. Picture lights are wall-mounted to throw light onto a piece of artwork. They can be affordable and easy to install.

“Add a sense of drama to any artwork – making it museum-worthy and serving as an additional piece of décor for the room in question. Picture lights can also serve as a great source of ambient lighting in living or dining rooms, and hallways,” Davidson adds.

3. Position of the light 1. Select the correct size

The bigger the picture, the more light you will need to illuminate it. For portrait pictures, the rule of thumb is to choose a picture light that is approximately half the width of the picture. For landscape pictures, you will need to select a picture light that measures between one third, or half of the width of the picture.

When positioning a light over the artwork, ensure you achieve an even spread of light over the entire picture, avoiding any “hot spots” on the top half. This is achievable by installing the picture light about 13cm – 18cm above the top of your artwork. Most picture lights can be adjusted so that you can achieve the perfect angle for the light. The ideal angle of the light is 30 degrees, so that there is no glare or reflection of the glass of your frame.

4. Colour and finish

2. Choose your light source carefully

LEDs are an excellent source of light for picture lights – they don’t give off any heat, they are exceptionally affordable to run, and they last for ages. Some picture lights even come with integrated LED lights for maximum convenience. Fluorescent globes, like the T5 for example, are also a practical choice for picture lights.

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Typical metallic colours can be used with any frame. But if you have traditional designed frames, brass or satin silver is recommended. For modern frames, choose chrome or black.

USE WOOD, AND SAVE TREES. The more wood we use, the more forests we will save. It might seem contradictory, but it’s simple economics. High demand for timber increases its value, making it less attractive for local communities to replace forests with other, less eco-friendly crops. As one of South Africa’s largest building materials suppliers, it is our responsibility to minimise our impact on the environment. Carefully managed, wood is a renewable

resource, which is why we prefer to source our raw timber from responsibly managed forests, where harvesting is strictly controlled. You can choose our wooden windows and doors, garage doors, and COL products secure in the knowledge that the next generation will be able to do the same. And if you include the energy-saving benefits, wood is still the natural choice for the environment. Call us on 086 110 2425 or visit swartland.co.za

HOME & GARDEN BATHROOM MAKEOVER

Modern bathroom

design & renovation Kim Williams is a top interior designer in Cape Town and has carved a niche for herself as a creative behaviour strategist focused on designing interior spaces. In this edition, she shares the outcome of a recent bathroom renovation that she did and also some tips for homeowners. Kim Williams and Pinterest

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Kim Williams

BATHROOM MAKEOVER HOME & GARDEN "After a bad leak, this family finally had an excuse for a modern bathroom renovation. We was asked to redo the simple bathroom and create an extension of the main bedroom style to seamlessly fit in with the new-age Claremont home and its endless mountain and garden views. "The bathroom design took on a modern organic style with pops of bling and greenery to represent the personality and individuality of this family. The bathroom is a place where you spend a lot of your time, getting refreshed for the tasks ahead and unwinding from a busy day. We made use of a unique free-standing bathtub and sleek vanities to add to the modern style of the home. Natural elements like stone tiles add a warm natural edge and base notes to a lustrous and modern bathroom, while the black framework and faucets cut through the bright white to add interest. "I played with scale and shape by adding one large round mirror that extends over both the basins. This, paired with subtle notes of gold, add to the luxe modern effect. The floor was kept looking spacious by opting for a wall mounted vanity and towel storage combo."

How to do it?

For readers who are keen to get moving on a bathroom refurbishment or a new project, Gareth Griffiths, our Editor, asked Kim some questions to help you on your way.

What is an organic design and what other elements can you recommend the renovator use?

Organic design uses principles of nature as a basis for the design. It is about soft curves; this is the essence of organic design in my opinion; natural materials, bringing the outside in and creating a natural living space. Elements would include stone, wood, sustainable materials, plants, and hand-made and repurposed items.

What are good examples of natural elements that are available for a new bathroom or a retrofit? Wood, stone, concrete, natural paint effects, recycled flooring such as various vinyls and tiles that add a natural look or movement, ambient lighting to create mood, plants and more plants, hand-made basins, repurposed cupboards for vanities, and candles and bath salts.

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HOME & GARDEN BATHROOM MAKEOVER

What are the bathroom colours of 2022?

In South Africa, we have a tendency to be more conservative in our colour and material selections, particularly when it comes to bathrooms and kitchens as these are expensive areas to renovate. The ‘New Elite’ have brought a freshness to renovation in encouraging more bold design in spaces. 1. Bathrooms will continue to be an oasis in our home, a space to retreat to, refresh and recharge. Bring nature into your space with wood, stone, brick and hues of green and blue. 2. Bathrooms will continue to be more open and integrated into our spaces, encouraging minimalism and integration through natural tones of sand, cream, off-whites, stone, wood and marbles. 3. Bolder bathrooms that encourage expression and experimentation are an expression of luxury, incorporating blacks, blues, charcoal, pops of colour such as pink and yellow, metallics and contrast.

Is it better to design for a long life or is funky and contemporary the way to go?

It depends on who you are designing for and what your objectives are. It is very important to determine exactly what you want out of a space before deciding how you will achieve that. Everyone thought the white Johnson tile would never go out of fashion, but it did. Everything has a life cycle and there is no wrong way to go, just what is right for the space, the client and the budget. I don’t like to stick to a specific philosophy but rather understand the outcomes we want.

Colour! What is your absolute favourite for the bathroom of all time?

I dream of a teal marble bathroom in colours of the ocean, with champagne gold taps layered with texture, pops of off-white and a crystal chandelier. I like a large space with a free-standing bathroom integrated into the bedroom with a double shower and gold pill box mirrors that reflect a touch of nostalgia. This is the vision for our main bathroom which doesn’t yet exist. The concept is about luxurious materials that integrate with your bedroom, a spa-like sanctuary that makes you feel like you are in the ocean. This is my happy place with spacious functionality and pops of gold to accentuate the materials.

Employing contractors or sub-contractors ... a word of advice?

Check their references, a few, not just one, and use suppliers that are busy as it is the good people who have work. Rather wait and get it done right. Keep checking progress and if you are unhappy, change it on site before you can’t change it.

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HOME & GARDEN WINTER GARDENS

Winter is the time to

prepare for Spring’s new growth Winter is a good time to inject new life into your garden – trimming and clearing to allow more light in; weeding, feeding and treating the soil to boost new Spring growth; and planting or transplanting ground covers, bulbous plants and ferns for a wonderfully lush look in spring, says our knowledgeable gardening expert, Erina Botha (sales@dreamscapes-ct.co.za) Erina Botha In sunny South Africa, most gardens have at least one or two trees to provide shelter from the sun and wind, especially during the spring and summer months. Now is the time to cut back on low-angled branches and to clear out some of the top ones too, to allow in more light for dense undergrowth of ground covers, ferns and bulbs. The treatment would depend on the type of soil – ranging from clay to sand and a range in-between. The different types of soil require different preparation, but it is always a good idea to keep in mind that copying nature is the wisest thing one can do.

How to treat different soils Sandy soils Generally sandy soils are best prepared with a heavy, coarse mulch, chopped up or half decayed plant material that includes bits of branch, wood chips, leaves and other coarse material. For the flower garden one cube of coarse mulch per 8 to10 sqm of garden space should do the trick. Spread it over all the exposed soil. If the area is very sandy, first work some of the coarse mulch into the sand about two hands’ width deep and then spread a layer over the top. Clay soils With clay soil just add the coarse compost/mulch on top – a nice thick layer. Do not walk across wet clay - avoid compacting it.

In preparation for the new growth in Spring. One of the most important secrets of successful gardening is soil preparation. For example, for the Cape’s winter rains to really benefit the garden, one needs to treat the soil in time.

You can do a lot of damage to clay soil by compacting it if you try to dig it when the soil is wet as it is likely to smear and become capped, preventing the free movement of air and reducing drainage. After a period of wet weather, leave clay soil to dry out but not for too long. There is a near critical point when clay soil is dry enough but not too dry to be able to dig and get a good tilth for small seeds to germinate.

Tools to have at hand (in a gardening box) • Spade • Fork • Rake • A pull through grubber (grob) • Light touch shovel • Grabber or gripper • A chopping hoe, a pick with a square blade. 50

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Adding compost to sandy and clay soil will also attract worms and other bugs which will burrow through the soil and improve soil drainage.

HOME AUTOMATION & SECURITY SMART SECURITY

The best defence is a good offence

Being able to automate and remotely control electrical functions at home used to be the stuff of sci-fi movies. Lights could be switched on when no-one was home, curtains could be opened and closed automatically and a security camera could detect an unfamiliar face. Legrand Home automation systems are now not only a reality and a convenience, but are critical for security and energy efficiency, offering significant savings on utility bills. Housebreaking has been identified by authorities as the number one crime in South Africa. And as burglaries continue to rise throughout the country, homeowners are looking for effective and affordable ways to improve security.

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According to security specialists, it now requires more than burglar bars, an alarm system, caring neighbours and a “beware of the dog” sign to protect a home from intruders. As an example, one company active in this space, Legrand, tells us that it specialises in electrical and digital infrastructures, while offering a comprehensive range of products and systems used in commercial, residential and industrial buildings. Legrand advises that an effective home automation team work closely with local designers, installers and homeowners, to provide reliable security solutions for connected homes that greatly reduce the risk of crime.

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A radio technology and Wi-Fi enabled solution that simplifies usage, by making complex functions in home automation easy to use. Intelligent products in the installation communicate with one another via radio ZigBee, which means there is no need for complicated cabling.

Real time alerts for immediate action

Smart indoor cameras, with a facial recognition facility, provide real-time intruder alerts if an unfamiliar person is filmed entering the home. To protect a family’s privacy, the facial recognition feature is used to pre-record familiar faces and to disable notifications and video recordings of them. The indoor cameras can also be programmed to offer additional protection in an emergency. The system provides a real-time alert if a fire alarm, smoke detector, or safety siren goes off, enabling immediate action to be taken, from anywhere in the world. Specially designed accessories include smart door and window sensors, designed to offer further protection at home. Sensors operate in conjunction with indoor cameras, by detecting vibrations, or a door or window being opened. An immediate alert is sent to a smartphone, saving valuable time in the event of an attempted break-in. A quick glance at the App will indicate if a home's doors and windows are open or shut – an important feature for absolute safety and peace of mind. The company offers its Arteor™ with Netatmo home automation system which it says is accessible, affordable and easy to use. A combination of connected switches and socket outlets has been developed to enhance safety and convenience in the home and to also improve energy efficiency.

Freedom to create a smart customised home

A flexible system should offer the freedom to create a smart customised home by linking controls and features, to manage scenarios, create centralised functions and allow remote-control of individual functions, from anywhere in the world, to suit exact requirements. Using a smartphone application called Home + Control App, users can control everything and stay connected to their home, no matter where they are in the world. At home, by using voice commands, the installation can be managed without having to move or lift a finger. A smart system can integrate easily into existing installations, requiring no additional wiring, as it uses the current electrical infrastructure. Selected scenarios can be modified and upgraded at any time and with wireless switches, users have control always exactly where they want it.

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KITCHENS

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KITCHENS

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ADVERTORIAL FRANKE MARIS FRAGRANITE BOWLS

Spectacularly big! The latest global developments introduced a shift in peoples’ day-to-day habits. With the Maris Fragranite Bowl, Franke offers a product series that not only satisfies but unites the demands of a modern kitchen environment. Maris meets the need for spacious design, a durable material and the highest hygiene standards. The result is an elegant bowl that lasts a lifetime.

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FRANKE MARIS FRAGRANITE BOWLS ADVERTORIAL

Did you know? The Matt Black finish featured in our range won the Red Dot design award 2022? Matt Black completes the Franke color range with a deep black finish and a smooth, harmonious surface. The Red Dot design award is internationally renowned and is of the highest reputation.

With no drainer, baking trays, pots and pans effortlessly fit in and can easily be washed. It is scratch-resistant thanks to the use of Fragranite. This innovative material includes quartz, one of the hardest materials known to man. Franke’s Fragranite is also treated with silver ions inside the Fragranite to actively prevent bacteria, mould and bad smells. The Maris Fragranite Bowl is characterised by its minimalist design with drain cover and hidden overflow. The natural look and comfortable feel convey a timeless aesthetic. With strikingly narrow rims and soft edges it integrates perfectly into every surface and becomes virtually invisible. The bowl is available in a broad variety of models to ideally fit every kitchen furnishing and cabinet size. The stylish colour palette offers a choice between the elegant Matt Black, Polar White and Stone Grey. With the Maris Fragranite Bowl, Franke continues its longstanding tradition in kitchen design and enables consumers to make the most out of their space at home.

Surprising size

Maris’ well-balanced proportions help you make the most of any cabinet size. With narrow rims and soft edges, it integrates perfectly into every surface.

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Lifelong durability

Fragranite is among the hardest materials known to man as it mostly consists of quartz sand. It is resistant to breakage and abrasion, as well as to common kitchen acids, scratches, cold and heat up to 180°C.

Naturally hygienic

In a kitchen, hygiene and cleanliness are among the most important ingredients. By treating Maris’ material with Sanitized, the bowl is protected from germs, mould, and bad smells.

Sustainability made easy

Using the dishwasher is the most efficient and sustainable way to wash dishes. By

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leaving out the drainer, Maris provides enough space to wash larger kitchen objects such as oven trays, pots, and pans.

Installation

Thanks to the patented Franke Inset Fast Fix system, installing your new bowl has never been easier – or quicker. The bowls are also available with inset and undermount installation methods.

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The perfect bowl for every need: Maris bowls are available in 3 colours and a range of different sizes.

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KITCHENS APPLIANCES

Dishwashing freedom! is it possible? A word from a leading premium supplier of kitchen appliances globally about the cutting edge trends emerging for dishwashers. Miele

A new dishwasher is revolutionising the way dishes are cleaned. Jon Molyneaux from Miele South Africa, says: “A unique system dispenses detergent automatically and uses specially designed powder granules for best results.” These features are fitted into the company’s Miele’s G7000 and include AutoDos. Furthermore, the new dishwashers can be controlled via the Miele@mobile app, and can be programmed from a mobile device. All that remains for the user to do is to load and unload the machine, and occasionally replace the PowerDisk – everything else can be left up to the appliance. A PowerDisk is an innovation that is easily and quickly fitted in the device on the inner face of the door – and dispenses detergent by rotating automatically during the programme. Measuring approximately 15cm in diameter and around 4cm in width, the PowerDisk releases a defined quantity of powder granules into the chamber with each 360° turn. The system automatically dispenses precisely the correct amount of detergent required in a specific programme. Particularly in the 'Automatic' programme, dispensing is geared to the degree of soiling, which is monitored by a sensor. Consequently, more is dispensed to deal with heavy soiling and about a quarter less for light soiling. In 'Normal 60°C',

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a PowerDisk lasts 20 cycles, which corresponds to a month's requirements based on typical domestic use. As comparisons conducted by an independent institute confirm, the detergent makes a considerable contribution towards excellent dishwashing results. The formulation was chosen with great care to meet the needs of the G 7000 with AutoDos, and guarantees both powerful and gentle cleaning.

Extended app for convenient programming

All G 7000 models with AutoDos can be connected to the Internet via WiFi and can be controlled via the Miele@mobile app from a mobile device – or via Amazon's voicecontrolled assistant, Alexa. “This allows users to start and stop their G 7000 from anywhere, activate programmes and options from their smartphones, check levels (with an automatic reminder), and even order detergent online,” notes Molyneaux.

“The powder granules, which dissolve fast, contain special enzymes for an effective wash, even at low temperatures. It also contains active oxygen for thorough cleanliness and freshness, and protection factors for silver and glassware. Rinse aid and salt are included. Special protection against moisture and heat guarantees unwaveringly high quality and consistency over the entire use of a PowerDisk,” explains Molyneaux. He says that the G 7000 also features a conventional two-compartment container in the door for the use of conventional detergents such as tablets and powder.

Reliably dealing with viruses

While the latest in home automation is noted, Molyneaux says that consumer health features strongly in the mix too. Demands for hygiene around the home have reached high levels and increased during the Covid pandemic. Hygienically sparkling crockery engenders trust and confidence and creates a sense of security in everyday life. The Albstadt-Sigmaringen University of Applied Sciences has conducted a scientific investigation into whether dishwashers from Miele meet these high demands – and the independent Institute for Integrative Hygiene and Virology (InFluenc_H) awarded Miele its gold seal of approval. “This hygiene seal is exclusively granted to products whose high performance in protecting against viruses has been scientifically proven. It requires that 99.9% or more of viruses are reliably deactivated. This comprises enveloped and non-enveloped viruses, including the SARSCoV-2 Coronavirus, influenza and Noroviruses,” says Molyneaux. “Sophisticated spray technology and high wash temperatures on Miele dishwashers ensure dependable and hygienic cleaning results. In the 'Hygiene' and 'Intensive' programmes with wash temperatures exceeding 70°C, more than 99.9% of all pathogens are deactivated. Enveloped viruses, such as SARS-CoV-2, are even rendered harmless in the water and energy-saving ECO programme.”

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BATHROOMS

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BATHROOMS

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BATHROOMS BATHROOM FURNITURE

The bathroom as a place of well-being

Wood in the bathroom was previously considered difficult because of the material's sensitivity to moisture. But the solution is obvious: bathroom furniture that looks like wood, says stylish supplier, Geberit. Geberit Group

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BATHROOM FURNITURE BATHROOMS

Today, furniture made of wood or with a wood-look is moisture-resistant as well as hygienic and thus well suited for the bathroom.

Today, new lacquers, foils or other coatings are much more moisture-resistant than in the past and give bathroom furniture a special warm effect. So it's no wonder that interest in a wood-look is on the rise. Geberit offers several bathroom series with high-quality moisture-resistant furniture that gives the bathroom an elegant and homely look. Until a few years ago, wood and wood optics played a subordinate role in bathrooms as the uncertainty that the furniture and surfaces could be damaged by the high humidity was too great. This has changed thanks to further development of the material. Today, furniture made of wood or with a wood-look is moisture-resistant as well as hygienic and thus well suited for the bathroom. Geberit uses only high-quality materials in its bathroom series, with easy-care and moistureresistant surfaces.

Furniture series from Geberit in a wood-look

Wood-look furniture is available in numerous Geberit bathroom series. In sales talk, plumbers can thus fulfil customers' wishes for a homely bathroom in warm tones. The iCon bathroom series has vanity units as well as side and tall cabinets in a minimalist design that can be combined with each other. The walnut hickory and oak colours create a homely atmosphere in the customer's bathroom. The vanity units from the Geberit VariForm series are also available in hickory walnut and oak. For a particularly individually designed bathroom, the iCon furniture and the vanity units from the Geberit VariForm series can be harmoniously combined. The washbasin, side and mid-height cabinets from the Geberit Smyle series are also available in a wood-look. The Smyle furniture impresses with its delicate lines and discreet, harmonious shapes, bringing lightness to family and guest bathrooms. The integrated handles underline the clear lines of the bathroom series. Whether melamine wood structure or foilcoated, bathroom furniture in various surface finishes brings a natural, elegant flair to the bathroom.

Attention to detail Even beyond the bathroom furniture, accents can be set with wood tones: The Geberit actuator plates Sigma21 and Sigma50 are also available in a wood-look. As eye-catchers, they add the finishing touch to the bathroom The bathroom is no longer just a wet-room intended exclusively for personal hygiene. Even in the smallest bathrooms, people are now trying to create an atmosphere that reflects their own personality. It’s all about achieving a more natural atmosphere in the bathroom to appeal to the senses. This approach calls for a combination of conventional bathroom equipment such as a WC, wash basin and shower, along with a wide variety of materials on the ceilings, walls and floors, and a selection of accessories to reflect your own sense of style.

Wood-look furniture can help make the bathroom feel homely and inviting. The warm colours and textured feel contribute to a cosy impression.

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BATHROOMS BATHROOM FURNITURE Cosy in oak

Noble and stylish

The actuator plate Sigma50 in straightlined design is a real eye-catcher and adds the finishing touch to the bathroom.

The iCon bathroom series is minimalist in design. In the colour oak, the bathroom furniture lends every room a homely atmosphere.

Filigree

The bathroom series Geberit Smyle is convincing with a filigree look. The modularity enables individual furnishing solutions for every bathroom.

Eye-catcher in walnut hickory

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The Geberit VariForm bathroom series is an absolute eye-catcher. Both the vanity unit and the Sigma21 actuator plate have a stylish wood look.

SYSTEMS AND MATERIALS FOR REPAIRING, SKIMMING & PROTECTING CONCRETE.

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PAINT & DECORATIVE COATING WINTER COLOURS

Winter’s wondrously earthy palette South Africa is fortunate to have a temperate climate with a relatively mild winter. The cooler winter months also make it a preferable time to visit game parks and reserves where wild animals tend to venture forth from the shaded shelter of trees and bushes during the cooler days and come out into the open to forage, making them more visible and easy to spot. Winter is thus a time that many South Africans associate with being out in the wild, and being close to nature, where the expansiveness of the great outdoors is driven home. Plascon

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WINTER COLOURS PAINT & DECORATIVE COATING

This is why paint experts at Plascon have introduced their 2022 Winter colour palette that takes its cue from earthy, wide open spaces, our verdant land with its fertile soil, and those dramatic skies and sunsets you only see when you’re away from the city. Plascon’s new winter “Grounded” palette features a bouquet of earth-inspired colours that bring our famed bushveld and savannah landscapes directly to mind.

Connect to the earth with this palette of living nature hues

After long months of disconnection and isolation, our need to feel grounded and connected in the post-pandemic world is expressed through this sensitive collection of colours that responds to the zeitgeist in a heartening way. Deep khaki green and a rich reddish brown are the stronger colours of this down-toearth collection. The rich and complex earthen Plascon Terra Nova (R6-D1-2) is matched in depth and saturation by the verdant green of Plascon Garden Seat (G1-E1-1).

For gentle balance, Plascon has added a harmonious trio of natural yellows. From the warm white of Plascon Moon Beam (Y5-A2-3), to soft Pear Fantasy (Y5-B2-1), and golden Plascon Desert Daisy (Y3-B1-2), you can use these natural hues together to bring a mood of grounded calm to your spaces. These Grounded Colours are fantastic to use as standalone notes, feature wall moments of interest, and even in combination with one another. Those needing assistance in choosing colours or which colours to use where, can contact Plascon’s free colour advice team via email at ColourAdvice@kansaiplascon.co.za.

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PAINT & DECORATIVE COATINGS SAFER PRODUCTS

The future of acrylic

and other paint is green

In light of growing climate change concerns and youth eco-activists like Greta Thunberg calling us all to task, we’re increasingly taking more and more meaningful steps to reduce our impact on the environment.

This is happening across all sectors of industry. The marked shift by no means excludes the coatings we apply to the walls, roofs and surfaces of our homes, businesses, factories, machinery and modes of transport, and covers anything from the way these paints are manufactured to the substances they contain. With its leaps and bounds in green technology, a household-name paint manufacturer is leading the charge with numerous eco-wise coatings. The first of these innovations is the company’s introduction of formulations without alkylphenol ethoxylate (APEO).

APEOs toxic to human and wildlife

APEO compounds are bioaccumulative compounds which, when released into the environment, can be toxic to human and wildlife, especially marine life. Conventional roof paints contain APEOs that, over time, leach into waterways through rain and drainage, and eventually contaminate the soil, water tables, rivers and ultimately, our oceans. According to Dr Kevin Winter from the University of Cape Town’s Future Water Organisation: “APEOs found in freshwater systems are toxic to aquatic organisms. In

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large doses, APEOs even have the potential to disrupt human hormonal systems. APEOs are discharged into freshwater systems from stormwater runoff and sewage works. They are found in a variety of products including paints, packaging and cleaning agents.” By choosing to use APEO-free products, you are contributing to a safer, healthier and more sustainable planet. Plascon TradePro Roof & More is Africa’s first roof paint to be entirely free of the harmful APEO chemicals, and the default choice for conscious consumers. Water, although a reusable resource, still needs to be treated responsibly and

conserved in order to avoid pollution and shortages. South Africa is amongst the most water-scarce countries in the world and one way to use water more responsibly and save more money on your monthly municipal bill, is to harvest rainwater from roofs. Since Plascon TradePro Roof & More is APEO-free it is safe for the harvesting of rainwater for non-potable use. There has also been a global shift toward water-based products, which offer equal, if not better, quality with added benefits. These perks include faster drying times, lower associated costs and minimal impact to the environment and the health and wellbeing of consumers.

Leading the field in water-based alternatives Plascon Velvaglo Water-Based Enamel is just one product in the extensive range of water-based products offered by Plascon. Leading the field in water-based alternatives, Plascon Velvaglo Water-Based Enamel is prized for its superior strength, satin finish and versatility. Formulated with a unique water-based acrylic hybrid called Aquatough, Plascon Velvaglo Water-Based Enamel offers all the toughness of a solvent-based enamel. This includes UV, flaking and stain resistance, with non-drip properties, while remaining environmentally friendly and non-toxic.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS CEMENT & CONCRETE

New Beitbridge border post to speed up traffic flow In a landmark project that promises to transform the experience of passing through the Beitbridge border between South Africa and Zimbabwe, leading contractor Raubex was commissioned by Zimbabwe to construct three new immigration facilities. The cement for the project’s 125 000m2 of roads and parking area comes from Roodepoort, 550km to the south. AfriSam

The second phase – facilities for bus transport.

When completed, the facility will provide three new immigration facilities, each custom designed to speed up the flow of traffic, according to Raubex construction manager Herkie Sandenbergh. The first area, dedicated to freight trucks, has already been handed over, and processes approximately 500 trucks a day. Currently underway is the second phase which is focused on bus transport, which will be complete by May 2022. The third phase will be the facility for light traffic, and will be handed over in November this year. “Each stream will have its own terminal building where all customs and immigration documentation will be dealt with, thereby streamlining the processes by applying specific expertise in each area,” says Sandenbergh. He adds that there is considerable related infrastructure around the town of Beitbridge that is also included in the scope of work. This includes an 11.5 million litre reservoir with associated pipelines, an oxidation dam for sewage treatment, a fire station, an animal quarantine facility and a new staff village for border post personnel. As a key partner in the project, AfriSam has supplied some 7 000 tons of its High Strength

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There are about 1 160 people on site - over 570 labourers from the local area and almost 350 skilled Zimbabweans employed at peak phase.

R42.5 Cement from its Roodepoort plant near Johannesburg. The company will have delivered around 10000 tons of bulk cement by the time work is completed – delivered in 34 ton tankers. Adele Wentzel, AfriSam’s Sales Manager Manufacturing for Gauteng, says the distance from site and the complexities of border crossings have been challenging. Congestion at the border – which delayed

trucks for up to a week – was a particular challenge in the early stages. “We’ve worked closely to ensure consistent quality and on-time delivery, while complying with the various customs requirements at the border,” says Wentzel. “Our close coordination – combined with daily interactions with the site – have kept the project proceeding well.”

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ADVERTORIAL THE CLAY BRICK ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA

The cube design of Truss House is unmistakably contemporary. But where concrete would have been the stereotypical choice, Truss house makes effective use of reclaimed brick to soften the angles and provide texture, organic colour and historical authenticity.

With a footprint of just 390m2 the house makes creative use of large glass windows, courtyards and an open plan interior to optimise light and space. The minimalist kitchen boasts sleek white furniture with feature walls of reclaimed clay brick with contrasting light mortar.

Save construction costs, save the environment When you add up the cost of building your own home, construction materials are a substantial budget item. Where the property has an existing building, the demolition and removal of structures can add to your bills before you have even laid a foundation. Credit: Think Brick Australia and Carter Williamson Architects Photographer: Brent Boardman

Clay bricks are ceramic products – fired at high temperatures in a kiln – giving them a lifespan of well over 200 years. That means property owners have the option to recycle clay bricks that were previously used in walls, paving and even infrastructure like retaining walls and bridges. The appeal of reclaimed bricks is its character – a pleasing weathered appearance and natural patina. Currently, reclaimed bricks have a certain cachet; they are less common, more sustainable and have a distinctive appearance. Whether used for an internal feature wall, extension or paving, recycled clay brick is sure to create an eye-catching, unique finish for those with an appreciation of tradition. “Many home owners choose to reuse 'heritage' clay bricks and timber in their projects due to the sustainability

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THE CLAY BRICK ASSOCIATION OF SOUTH AFRICA

A unique inverted steel truss roof provides clearstory lighting along the full length of the home, providing glimpses of passing clouds and tree tops. Because the house uses the full site and is close to its neighbours, this creative solution offers diffuse natural light while maintaining privacy.

benefits,” advises Mariana Lamont, Executive Director of the Clay Brick Association of South Africa. “Recycled bricks are an eco-friendly option. They not only eliminate resource use and emissions during production, they also cut down on landfill waste and the environmental and economic cost of transporting heavy materials to dump sites.” Homeowners have many options for reuse. In many cases, load-bearing brick buildings can be repurposed, with just a contemporary frontage added. In other cases, the brick façade is retained while a new structure is built behind it. Sometimes, the existing building is demolished, and the individual clay bricks are reused in exposed brick feature walls and elements. Clay products that are damaged or broken can be sold for use in road construction, embankments, tennis courts and landscaping. When reusing broken bricks as site filler, they must be crushed first to limit ground subsidence.

ADVERTORIAL

The bedroom also features exposed brick. Because glass is a poor insulator, the rear windows have automated angled shutters to control light, heat and street noise. The inverted truss becomes an opaque window that lets in natural daylight.

How to recycle bricks safely Brush the bricks with a stiff bristle brush rather than a wire brush to remove all debris without damaging the texture. After a brick is wetted, efflorescence is always possible even with an older brick, but this is rarely a permanent condition. Rubbing bricks on an abrasive grit stone may be useful for straightening up surfaces and removing chipped edges on handmade older bricks. The use of power tools is not advised. Grinding discs and wire brushes are hard to control and scoring or polishing can disfigure the brick’s surface. Compared to modern bricks which are manufactured to SABS standards, older bricks from coastal properties may have damage from salt, especially near ground level. Chemical pollution from an industrial environment can alter the composition and density of the brick. If you are using the brick in load-bearing applications, you are advised to test a few samples to check your batch is free of defects. Please visit the CBA website for contact information on testing laboratories.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS DIY

Part 1

Restoring

wooden doors, frames and windows The beauty of timber is that, unless it is destroyed beyond repair by beetle, wet or dry rot, it can be restored and refurbished, time and time again. In this article we take a look at replacing old wooden windows or door frames. TorkCraft

Knowing when and whom to ask Renovation and restoration work has become increasingly common in recent years, not only for entire houses but also for internal spaces such as bathrooms and kitchens. Many tradespeople have already adapted their businesses to this trend and decided to specialise in such work. A good point of departure is your local hardware store. Take some photos of the repair you want to do and discuss it with them. They will know the tools

and materials to use, as well as any local tradespeople who can help. Rotten window or door frame? No problem. Replace it! It’s not uncommon for wood at the bottom of a door frame to be subject to some wood rot, particularly if it’s come into contact with water. However, the question of whether you’ll need to replace the door frame as a result, comes down to the severity of the rot. If it’s minor, a qualified door repairer may be able to fix the problem, however, if it’s extensive, it may mean replacing the entire frame.

For frames set into cement, brick or concrete, the quickest way to remove them is by using an angle grinder. This tool, although noisy, cuts through cement, steel or wood like a hot knife through butter. The angle grinder is one of the most versatile power tools and is therefore used for the most diverse applications: floor tiles, concrete, screed, drywall panels or roofing tiles, anything can be worked on with an angle grinder. Unfortunately a lot of dust is normally generated in the process so ensure you are wearing the right personal protective equipment.

Win big with Tork Craft and To Build

Need an angle grinder for your DIY? Well, the long wait is over for the stunning new range of Tork Craft 20-volt cordless power tools. According to the local suppliers, Vermont Sales, never has so much time and effort been spent in R&D on a new product range, resourcing, researching, designing, development, customer feedback, and extensive long-term testing. “This new range of Tork Craft cordless power tools has been through the mill as they had to be perfect in every way. It’s also a bonus that they have good looks,” says Ryan Hunt, Director Vermont Sales. “They had to have the latest technology with powerful brushless motors, the latest interchangeable Li-ion batteries, and fast chargers with Arctic Cool functionality. This range was well worth the wait,” saysHunt. 80

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WIN! WIN! WIN!

DIY SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS

WIN

Tork Craft Angle Grinder AG 115B -TC20110 (Price R2 300)

This tough new unit is fitted with a brushless long-life motor and cast metal gear housing, a quick-change wheel guard release, a spindle lock for quick and easy wheel changes, a 3-position side handle offering great control with a built-in wrench holder located in the handle, and safety switch, all offering the ultimate comfort and peace of mind. The disc diameter is 115mm.

What you need 1.

hammer and chisel and some muscle. A Alternatively, an angle grinder. 2. The correct cutting blade/disc for the angle grinder. The diamond disk is particularly useful in this instance. Note: The hardness and smoothness of a grinding disc is measured by grit. Just like sandpapers, a lower grit number in a grinding disc means it is coarse and a higher number means the grinding wheel is less coarse. Low grit grinding discs remove the material faster, but they also produce more sparks and create a rougher look. They can also make slight burns and more scratches compared to high grit discs. 3. Because of their diamond edges, the diamond cutting discs are suitable for precise cutting, including resistant and hard-to-penetrate materials such as granite. They are also used for both dry and wet cutting operations. Since they can cut with precision, this kind of disc would be well suited to precision frame removal without causing structural damage. 4. Your local hardware store should have a range of replacement door or window frames. When fitting, ensure the integrity of damp seals is maintained. 5. Tools and the materials to fit the new frame, like sandpaper, paint, glass putty and other sealants. Wood filler. 6. Something to vacuum the dust caused by working. 7. Prepping for painting and then the painting itself.

Here’s what you need to do:

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS CLADDING

How creative cladding is changing the face of architecture Modern composite cladding technology makes it possible to completely revamp the exterior or interior of a building with designs and applications that were previously unthinkable. Lightweight and incredibly strong over any span, technologically advanced cladding has moved on from horizontal log-lap styles to open up a world of creativity. EVA-LAST The wide range of colours and grains available in composite materials – which combine natural fibres such as bamboo with strong and durable recycled plastics – make it possible to turn the exterior or interior of a building into a statement façade, rather than the limiting option of natural timber. Shelley Galliver, Marketing Director at building materials group Eva-Last, says composite cladding materials are unbelievably versatile. “Vertical, horizontal and even diagonal orientations of cladding have allowed architects, building owners and even homeowners to create feature walls and add the impression of height to a façade. Using colours, shades and grain patterns, buildings can either be made to meld with their natural rural surroundings or be made to stand out from their urban setting. As an example, there is the installation of VistaClad at the new Chartwell Corner shopping centre as a standard for the new KFC outlets, providing eye-catching facades.”

From natural, characterful looks to deliberately artistic installations

“You can use it in a variety of patterns and designs. From installations that mix various colours on one wall creating an attentiongrabbing feature to something as simple and stunning as headboards in bedrooms. You can also liven up commercial, retail and living spaces. “From natural, characterful looks to deliberately artistic installations, cladding

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can be either the backdrop to an eyecatching feature, or it can itself be the eyecatching feature. A geometrically boring building can be transformed with cladding in areas to modernise old or outdated architecture,” says Galliver.

A hassle-free, low-maintenance solution

“Paint fades and spoils and needs to be reapplied every few years, while natural timber suffers in outdoor installations when exposed to the elements. Our product carries on looking the same for up to decades. It is quick and easy to install, with a proprietary fixing system, which is fully concealed to maximise aesthetic attractiveness through a flawless, screwless finish,” she adds.

Boards simply click and lock into place and can withstand strong winds and are resistant to biodegradation, corrosion, insects, moisture and weather. According to Galliver, the system is designed in a way that allows air flow behind the boards, which results in both a ventilated and insulated system. “This makes VistaClad ideal for installation at height, where its low maintenance requirements really come to the fore. With any other cladding materials, that would become a costly annual maintenance routine.” Eva-Last’s products are made from easily replenished, fast-growing bamboo fibres, combined with recovered, recycled plastics. They come with industry leading warranties

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS TIMBER

Timber construction

is beautiful

While in South Africa, structural timber design and construction has been experiencing a slow but steady adoption curve, in Europe and North America it is ubiquitous and driven by mainstream, stunning designs. Kebony- Kristian Alveo

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For inspiration, we share with you a short case file on a timber cabin recently built in Minnesota, edged up against the northern border of the United States with Canada;a chilly place in winter! Significantly, the project features the use of a patented Norwegian technology called Kebony®. This technology permanently transforms sustainable forest wood species such as pine into Kebony wood with features that are comparable, and sometimes superior, to those of rare and expensive tropical hardwoods. This method is also a superior alternative to traditional wood treatment based on impregnation with biocides and wood preservatives and delivers products that deliver major improvements in durability and dimensional stability, at the same time as being highly attractive.

The project Hidden away in one of Minnesota’s many lakeside forests, the Minne Stuga House is surrounded by local pine and cedar trees with secluded waterfront access. Clad in sustainably sourced Kebony wood, the cabin’s sharp lines, tight peaks, and sweeping roof are a dramatic addition to the forest landscape, with the wooden features and earthy tones providing a natural appearance. The A-frame cabin was renovated by Minneapolis-based designer and lifestyle blogger Melissa Coleman (The Faux Martha blog) and her husband Kevin. Renovation was by Grand Marais-based Taiga Design+Build, who helped maintain the cabin’s timeless feel, retaining 90% of the original structure. Where the original cedar siding was rotting, the designers replaced it with

Kebony, a global leader in the production of sustainable wood.. Kebony wood provides a rich brown colour that has helped preserve the original aesthetic, keeping the cabin in close harmony with the surrounding landscape. This timber also requires very little upkeep, future proofing the retreat for the next generation, even when it is being let out to holidaymakers.. Within the house, the interior is lined with the original, 50-year-old western red cedar panelling, bringing the character of the forest into the home, which it marries with a radiant, welcoming warmth. The original roof was replaced by the designers, adding structural insulated panels for heat and energy efficiency. Awaken Skylights were integrated to provide extra natural light, completing the cabin’s 21st Century transformation. With its rustic Kebony-clad

exterior and homely interior, the cabin is a cosy sanctuary during Minnesota’s cold and snowy winters. The cabin also opens out onto a gorgeous decking area, built from the same timber product. From the decking it is a short path through the trees to the shore of Devil Track Lake, where guests can fish, kayak or have a quick dip. As spring turns to summer, the cabin bathes in natural light and the lakeshores become the perfect warm retreat. One could imagine the use of such a concept in South Africa’s coastal towns, such as Knysna and the Outeniqua areas.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS CONSTRUCTION HSE

GVK-Siya Zama, a zero harm perspective Craig Laskey

GVK-Siya Zama’s company values are core to its business. They provide purpose, guide practices, and underscore its culture of trust, respect, and integrity. It is not surprising then that HSE is integral to each of the five values that guide the company’s culture compass. By creating a dedicated HSE department, GVKSiya Zama has shown that health and safety is not just a priority but, more importantly, a fundamental business principle. Managing health and safety is an integral part of managing the company’s business and the function is therefore regarded as both a strategic imperative and operational requirement. Crafting business strategy is one thing, but designing one that drives effective HSE and aligns with the financial objectives of an organisation can prove far more challenging. Truly understanding the business and optimising HSE for operations and risk is essential if a company seeks to protect the business, its people, and the environment.

HSE as a bridge between aspirations and missions

GVK-Siya Zama appreciates that its strength is its people, and that includes co-contractors, and strives to ingrain a culture of personal responsibility and accountability that transcends safety policies and regulations. It views HSE as a bridge between aspirations and missions: one that requires multiple steps to accomplish a goal and relies on all departments in the business. Failure of one department to fully support HSE potentially affects the entire organisation’s overall objectives and success.

health and safety as a line management function with procedures implemented by all teams and departments.

Motivated by company-wide involvement and shared responsibility, GVK-Siya Zama considers the management of

Workshop participants confirmed their commitment to leadership involvement and shared values, accountability, zero

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One recent initiative, aptly named “Code Zero”, focused on two critical departments that affect the entire organisation’s HSE compliance, namely Commercial and Production. The programme evaluated their commitment to project safety and heads of departments and site management teams were tasked to set goals around the promotion of a measurable safety culture.

compromise on HSE and continual support to designated HSE staff. As is often the case, performance often plateaus after an initial spurt of improvement. Experience shows that this occurs when too much emphasis is placed on tools and processes to shape a culture of safety, and insufficient attention is paid to underlying employee mind-set that shapes personal behaviours and interaction and longer term buy-in and success. Honesty and the will to change combined with collaboration, improved levels of buy-in and management support are fundamental ingredients to create a sustainable culture of “Zero Harm.”

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS HVAC

Mixed-use building

HVAC application Mixed-use buildings have increasingly gained popularity within the South African built environment. They combine residential accommodation, offices, retail, and other entertainment as well as recreational facilities. It is therefore crucial to take into consideration the air conditioning load required to meet the occupancy levels and daily needs. Fourways Group One basic example is recreational facilities such as gyms which most often require only cooling, while apartments and offices require both heating and cooling. Building owners and consultants alike must seek the best air conditioning systems to ensure comfort whilst eliminating local emissions and saving energy and operational costs. Most buildings in the Cape Town CBD are multi-layered and as complex as their history. The majority of these historic buildings have been converted into mixeduse buildings with careful consideration not to decimate the entire building and also maintain their beautiful facades. In the bustling city’s financial district sits Foreshore Place, a 34-storey historic

landmark built in the 1970s with majestic views of both Table Mountain and the city centre. This iconic building has marked a shift in exigencies of developers and consumers, from the previous officescombined-hotel, into a mixed-use and ultra-modern luxury development, thanks to KMH Architects. This high-rise building features a Samsung DVM system to meet several demands, including air quality, eco-friendliness, comfort, smart controls, and energy consumption savings, just to name a few.

A strategic partnership

Speaking to Andrew Kinnel, Mechanical Engineer with Spoormaker & Partners as well as Leon Crause, Head of Business Development & Sales Engineer of

Samsung DVM outdoors installed neatly on the roof of the Foreshore Building.

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Fourways Group, they give a brief insight into the project’s success. Spoormaker & Partners, a renowned engineering company with numerous accolades, approached Fourways Group to collaborate on the Foreshore Place HVAC project. Fourways are HVAC experts and the accredited sole distributors of all Samsung air conditioners in South Africa. “We were appointed as the MECs for this project and the brief was to convert the CBD’s iconic landmark into luxury accommodation, offices, and retail stores. Thus we looked at various options and recommended Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems to meet the specification requirements and budget”, says Kinnel. During the first phase of the project, the 6th to the 13th floor consisted of hotel space, which has now been remodelled and replaced with 11 floors of luxury apartments. As part of the second phase, the focus was on upgrading the offices and retail stores. Fourways Group tendered an option for Samsung HVAC equipment to Spoormaker and Partners, namely the Samsung VRF (termed ‘DVM’) Heat Recovery System for phase one, the apartments. Esteemed air conditioning contractors and a top dealer of Fourways Group; Coastal Airconditioning, were awarded the project.

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The challenges

Kinnel also describes some of the challenges they met during the project. “We had to limit the amount of maximum refrigerant size which resulted in several smaller DVM systems rather than the initially planned larger systems. Secondly, the plant placements also posed a challenge as the office VRF plant is located on the roof of the building while the residential plant is in the middle of the building and has been ducted against the facade to maintain the building’s historical look and feel,” he explains.

Luxury apartments with concealed Samsung ducted inverter system High-rise Foreshore Place building remodelled into a mixed-use luxury development.

Offices fitted with Samsung WindFree Inverter cassettes.

Fourways’ Engineering department embraced these challenges by offering custom VRF design assistance that would meet the day-to-day needs of users. Crause proudly mentions that Fourways offered Spoormaker the energy-efficient Samsung DVM systems with high COPs, lower input costs, electricity consumption monitoring, and can withstand South Africa’s climate conditions as well as the constant power cuts.

Product specification matters The Samsung DVM systems meet all air conditioning mixed-use needs and will significantly improve the environmental sustainability of the Foreshore Place. Some of the indoor units connected to DVM outdoors include the renowned WindFree Inverter 4-Way Cassettes and Ducted Inverter units which are designed to provide purified air, and powerful heating and cooling. Large heating and cooling capacities; high energy efficiencies; sustainability; smart management; footprint; flexible installations; reliability and ease of maintenance are some of the reasons why Spoormarker and Coastal were delighted to choose the Samsung DVM system. Rory Lavis and Keith February of Coastal Air Conditioning are no strangers to large-scale projects and took pride in managing this remarkable one. They flexed their know-how to give a superlative installation. “Multiple DVM systems were installed, to the extent of 17 systems serving at least 190 indoor units across over 10 floors with multiple office levels done as well,” Lavis says about the installation. “We’re fortunate to have a good product as well as a good relationship with Fourways. A project spanning over two and a half years, we were able to stick to the project timeline even with several changes, thanks to both Fourways and Samsung,” February adds with great pride.

Multi-purpose buildings and collaborations

The new Foreshore Place set in the heart of Cape Town has been refurbished to meet the multitude of needs of all its different users, not only in the new threedimensional facilities it offers, but also in air care with one of the world's leading air conditioning brands. Clients have peace of mind knowing that DVM systems offer durability, a 5-year warranty, access to spare parts, after-sales support, and technical backup, all offered by Fourways Group. Residents can live, work, and play whilst enjoying the efficiencies of Samsung’s air conditioners. Just as with the Foreshore Place’s design which brings in a new energy, inspires collaboration and increased productivity, all partners involved in this HVAC project adroitly approached the brief with energy, collaboration, and a productive partnership. Multi purpose buildings and multiple partner collaborations are here to stay.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS FLOORING

One step ahead

in flooring Fibertex, which has been developing advanced flooring solutions for over 50 years, works closely with global flooring manufacturers to design solutions for optimum flooring comfort and enhanced sound absorption, using high-performance nonwoven materials. Fibertex Fibertex nonwoven materials are used as secondary backings for carpet and carpet tiles and also as backings for PVC floor coverings. These are designed for enhanced walking comfort, insulation, and noise reduction in any installation. “The Fibertex technical team combines advanced technologies and quality materials – with high dimensional stability and excellent sustainability – to make sure the local market keeps abreast with the

latest trends for walking comfort and acoustics,” explains Rosa Naidoo, Key Account Manager, Fibertex South Africa, part of the global Fibertex group. “Apart from optimising the comfort of flooring, sound treatment is a critical design trend to reduce noise disturbance and enhance sound quality. This is achieved by selecting acoustic flooring materials designed for effective sound treatment.”

Fibertex high-performance materials are produced in black, white, or grey, with either polyester or polypropylene fibres and are available in a maximum width of 520cm. Apart from the standard flooring range, the company also manufactures products with fire retardant characteristics and others which have undergone hydrophobic treatment, to repel liquids. Fibertex underlay materials are installed beneath flooring products for improved walking comfort, effective insulation, and noise reduction. Comfortback® is a patented environmentally friendly TWO-inONE® system, which is a secondary backing for modular carpets and features high dimensional stability, excellent sustainability, and enhanced walking comfort. Fibertex nonwovens are also used for the backings of PVC floor coverings to enhance walking comfort and improve acoustics in the room. These products, can be customised to suit exact requirements, including PVC rolls and Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT). Important features include easy handling and quick installation. Matex® has been developed to protect floors, carpets and furniture during painting or renovations. This durable material absorbs water and paint, preventing damage to any surfaces beneath the fabric. Flexback® is a resilient, foam replacement material that is odour-free and moistureproof, with advanced features for walking comfort and sound absorption. Matchback® can be selected in any colour to match front of broadloom carpets.

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ONE STEP AHEAD IN FLOORING Fibertex has developed advanced flooring solutions for over 50 years and works closely with global flooring manufacturers to design solutions for optimum flooring comfort and enhanced sound absorption, using high-performance nonwoven materials. Fibertex nonwoven materials are used as: • secondary backings for carpet and carpet tiles • backings for PVC floor coverings. • protection of floors, carpets and furniture during painting or renovations.

Important features of Fibertex high-performance materials: • produced in black, white, or grey • with either polyester or polypropylene fibres • maximum width of 520cm • products are available with fire retardant characteristics • materials have hydrophobic treatment to repel liquids • for quick and easy installation, materials can be self-adhesive

The Fibertex team offers a technical support service throughout Africa, to ensure correct specification of durable and safe materials for high efficiency in every installation. Visit www.fibertex.com/business-areas/flooring for more insights and information.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS FIREPLACES & BRAAIS

Some like it hot! A braai or a fireplace is something most South Africans have in their home. A braai outside on a hot summer’s day, or a fire inside during winter is something to look forward to. Thermo Fires, a proudly South African family business with more than 17 years’ experience in the design and manufacture of fireplaces and braais, is known for its wide range of quality and custom products. All products are available in mild steel, stainless steel, 3CR12, or a combination of steel. Thermo Fires are so serious about quality, that they are the only company in the local industry that will give you a 20-year guarantee against faulty workmanship. Although Thermo Fires offers a huge range of fireplaces and braais, they understand that some customers are looking for or need something unique. In the last three years, Thermo Fires has upgraded and modernized the look of all their existing products, and also introduced four new ranges to ensure that there is something for every customer. The company also sells a variety of locally manufactured units to complement their own range of products.

Thermo's double-sided built-in fireplace ranges include convection, which gives you the same twoway heating system as the standard built-in fireplaces.

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Fireplaces

Outdoor fireplaces

Built-in fireplaces: *The Thermo-

range of products is their laser-cut fire pits. Included in the fire pit are a grill and potjie hook so that it can also serve as a braai. New to this range are the socalled braai tables, available in various materials.

Few things are so cosy and soothing, or create such a warm atmosphere, as the dancing of flames and crackling of wood in an open fireplace! Thermo Fires offers a wide range of fireplaces:

built-in fireplace series has built-in convection, which offers you a two-way heating system - heat radiation and convection. This will add to the value of your home and the atmosphere of your room. All units have the option to choose a fire screen or glass doors. Both built-in fireplace ranges comes in six standard sizes: 600, 700, 850, 1 050, 1 200, 1 500 and 1 800mm wide. A glass door on your fireplace gives you much more heat than a traditional open fireplace, and at the same time, you save money on wood consumption. Thermo's double-sided built-in fireplace ranges include convection, which gives you the same two-way heating system as the standard builtin fireplaces. Installed between two rooms as a room divider, it can heat both rooms at the same time and you can see the flames from both sides. All units have the option to choose a fire screen or glass doors. These two ranges of fireplaces are available in five standard sizes: 600, 700, 850, 1 050 and 1 200mm wide.

Firepits: Part of Thermo Fires' extensive

Braais: Thermo Fires has five fantastic series of indoor braais, both built-in as well as freestanding braais, spit braais, braais that work with a combination of wood and gas and even double-sided braais. Have a Thermo braai installed and forget about smoke in your eyes! All their mild steel De Luxe and Professional braais come with grade 304 stainless steel grills. Particularly popular are the braais in the Professional and Premium ranges, where the door slides under the frying pan. All braais are available in mild steel, stainless steel, 3CR12, or a combination of steel.

Custom: Thermo Fires realizes that some people want a special, customized unit due to limitations, or simply because they have a specific need or picture in their head. The company has a dedicated team that can design and build that special unit for you. This includes chimneys, chimney caps and other parts of generic units.

Freestanding fireplaces: Thermo Fires manufacture a large variety of freestanding fireplaces, whether you want a wall-mounted fireplace, a corner unit, or a room divider two-sided fireplace. All are available with the option to choose a fire screen or glass doors. All Earthfire ceramic fireplaces are available in two sizes and a variety of colours. A ceramic fireplace can aesthetically complement the style of your home, as it is a great alternative to a metal fireplace but is also very efficient. Made from proven and specially formulated clay, it will not rust either. Thermo Fires is also Earthfire's chosen manufacturer of insulated pipes for these products.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS HEALTH & SAFETY FEATURE

Health and Safety:

South African Construction Industry This article is based on a keynote address ’Overview of the South African Construction Industry’, delivered to the Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) inaugural annual seminar ‘The State of the South African Construction Industry’, Irene, Gauteng, 21 October 2021. Professor John Smallwood, Professor of Construction Management, Nelson Mandela University Research method

Findings

The respondents to the study included 150 ‘industry stakeholders’, among other, ‘industry leaders’, and heads of industry associations and councils, and 342 ‘targeted stakeholders’, which constituted a broad representation of the industry in terms of stakeholder group. The consolidated response rate of 22.2% is primarily attributable to the ‘targeted stakeholders’. Furthermore, 61 (59.8%) of the 102 responses were included in the analysis of the data due to time constraints and data capture capacity challenges.

The nine H&S-related aspects / parameters are: H&S on projects (3.30; 3rd); environmental management on projects (3.04; 17th); respect for people (within the industry) (2.90; 26th); corporate social responsibility (2.87; 27th), primary health promotion (2.68; 47th); welfare facilities on projects (2.53; 60th); mental health (2.38; 66th); employee assistance programmes (substance abuse) (2.22; 72nd), and work-life balance (2.19; 73rd).

The author, having been involved with several ‘status of the construction industry’ research studies, opted for an empirical study, the objectives being to determine, among other, the rating of the South African construction industry relative to 76 aspects / parameters, and the top ten challenges in terms of improving the performance, growth, and development of the South African construction industry.

The 61 respondents represented 33 occupations and 21 stakeholder groups. 13.3% had a BTech, 23.3% a B / BSc (Hons) / 4-Year degree, 23.3% a M / MSc, and 6.7% a PhD – 66.6% of respondents had a 4-year qualification or more. Their mean age was 50.6 years, and their mean experience in construction was 23.9 years. 16.4% were females, and 83.6% were male. Respondents represented 8 metropolitan areas, Johannesburg (32.8%) predominating, followed by Cape Town (19.7%), and Port Elizabeth (16.4%).

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Respondents were required to rate the South African construction industry relative to 76 aspects / parameters in terms of a five-point Likert type scale ‘very poor’ to ‘very good’. An ‘unsure’ option was presented as there was a likelihood that not all respondents would have an intimate understanding of all 76 aspects / parameters. The H&S-related findings have been summarised below in the form of a mean score (MS) between 1.00 and 5.00, based upon a weighting of the percentage responses to the scale, and the rank. In general, MSs > 3.00 indicate the rating is above average, as opposed to below average in the case of MSs ≤ 3.00. Furthermore, in terms of ranges, MSs > 2.60 ≤ 3.40 indicate the rating is between poor to average / average, and MSs > 1.80 ≤ 2.60 indicate the rating is between very poor to poor / poor.

Conclusions and Recommendations

The construction industry in South Africa is not rated highly in terms of the nine H&Srelated aspects / parameters. Given the current high profile afforded to mental health, and work-life balance in the construction industries of many developed countries, the related South African ratings amplify the need for attention. This need is reinforced by the experience of fatigue and stress among construction workers, supervisors, and managers. This manifests, from compressed project schedules, which result in extended working hours per day, and working days per week. These ratings present a clear agenda for action, and in turn amplify the need for people to become the focus of construction, in addition to producing a conforming product. Summarising, the respect for people (within the industry), and corporate social responsibility ratings amplify the importance of addressing H&S at the industry and organisational level i.e., H&S is a strategic, not just an operational issue.

SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS INSULATION

Talking energy efficiency in the home South Africa is finally taking energy-saving seriously. With numerous interruptions in our electricity supply grid caused by loadshedding and a declining infrastructure, we are expected to do more with less. There is also a massive increase in the cost of power, making it a luxury that many cannot afford in great quantities. And then, let’s not even get started on greenhouse gasses and using less fossil fuel! 1.

Stop the leaks!

When there are gaps around your windows and doors, warm air will escape and cold air will enter your home in winter, so you’ll have to turn up the thermostat. For more energy-efficient windows, check the caulking and weather stripping around your home and plug any gaps to prevent heat loss. You can also check out stylish window treatments for every room in your house.

3. Insulate

Good insulation will help keep heat inside in winter and outside in summer, so you’ll have to rely less on appliances for heating and cooling. Pay special attention to the attic and ceiling but remember to insulate the floors and walls too.

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So, along these lin es, there are two ve ry good reasons to use les s energy in your ho me : it will help you reduce your ca rbon footprint and it will leave you with a much sm aller energy bill ev ery month. It doesn’t have to co st you an arm and a leg to make the changes eithe r. Here are some ea sy ways to make your home mo re energy-efficien t.

Do an energy audit

Before you blindly make upgrades, find out how much energy your home uses and where it uses more energy than it should. You can have a professional energy audit done or you can use common sense; just make a list of everything in the home that uses power and just how much power it uses. Then, look at ways that heat is lost from the home (during winter) and how much heat enters the home (in summer). This is called passive heating and cooling.

From 2020, we als o have something called Energy Performance Certifi cation, which legall y applies to all buildings large r than 1 000m2, irre spective of their purpose.

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4. Adjust the thermostat

Adjusting your thermostat even by only a degree or two can make a difference in the amount of energy your home uses. In winter, turn it down three or four degrees when you’re going out and in summer, turn it up again.

TO BUILD did an int ernet search to se e what the experts are saying and have come up with 20 fairly easy steps that the homeowner can tak e to improve energy efficiency.

5. Get a smart or programmable thermostat

A smart or programmable thermostat will save you the effort of having to adjust the thermostat manually. You can programme it according to your schedule and it will automatically do the rest.

6. Install fans

Fans use only a fraction of the energy your air conditioning unit does. Save the air conditioning for only the unbearably hot days and use ceiling or electric fans the rest of the time to cool your house.

7. Change the filters on your HVAC unit

Your HVAC unit will work more efficiently with clean filters. For the average home, the filters will need changing every three months or so. If you have pets or suffer from allergies, you’ll need to change the filters more often; about every 45 days.

8. Install energy-efficient windows

The right windows can help regulate the temperature inside your home. There are different options when it comes to energy-efficient windows, including double or triple glazing, e-coating and vinyl windows. Find out if it’s time to replace the windows in your home.

INSULATION

14. Get a tankless (instant) water heater and install solar geyser

9. Plant some trees

Deciduous trees on the north and east sides of your home will provide shade and keep your home cool in summer. In winter, the bare branches won’t block the sun from shining in through the windows and heating your home when you need it. You can also find plenty of different ways to keep your lawn naturally green.

A tankless water heater gives you hot water on demand, rather than heating and storing water all the time. It costs more but you’ll soon recover the cost through energy savings. A tankless water heater takes up less space too. SA also enjoys up to 2.5 times the amount of incoming sunlight compared with the northern hemisphere climates. As for solar geysers - surely your home should have one of these already?

10. Install awnings

Another way to keep sunlight from heating your home in summer is to install awnings over your windows. Retractable canvas awnings are more energy efficient because they still allow for ventilation and on cold days you simply roll them back to let the warming sunlight in.

11. Know how to use window treatments

In winter, keep window treatments such as blinds, curtains and drapes open during the day to let the sunlight in and then close them at night to prevent heat from escaping. In summer, use light-coloured window treatments that will reflect the sun’s rays away from the window and keep them closed during the day.

12. Get energy-efficient appliances

Energy-efficient appliances use less electricity and water, so they’re a great investment. They can even help increase the value of your home.

13. Keep large appliances clean

When dust collects around the motor that runs a large appliance such as a fridge or washing machine, the motor needs to work harder and uses more energy. Vacuum the back of your appliances every few weeks to remove dust and pet hair.

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16. Turn down your water thermostat

When you have to turn on the cold-water tap so you won’t burn yourself in the shower or bath, you’re wasting energy on water heating. Turn down the water thermostat to about 55 to 60 degrees for comfortably hot water.

17. Install skylights

The more natural light there is in your home, the less energy you’ll need for lighting. Strategically placed skylights will not only add light but ventilation too. However, remember to choose properly installed, energy-efficient skylights so they won’t contribute to heat loss in winter.

18. Choose lighter colours of paint

15. Wrap your geyser and insulate the home

If you have a hot water geyser rather than a tankless water heater, you can still save energy by wrapping the tank in a blanket or other insulating material. This will prevent heat loss. And while we are about this, check that your home is thoroughly insulated using a material and installer approved by the Thermal Insulation Productsand Systems Association of SA (www.tipsasa.co.za).

Lighter paint colours for interiors not only make rooms look bigger but also reflect light, so you can rely less on artificial lighting. For your home’s exterior walls and roof, lighter colours are a great way to reflect sunlight and keep your house cool.

19. Change the light bulbs

LED and CFL light bulbs use less energy than incandescent bulbs. When you’re switching to these more energy-efficient options, also consider the wattage. In rooms that you use less often or that you don’t want too brightly lit, install bulbs with a lower wattage to save even more energy. This especially applies to downlighters.

20. Air-dry

Go back to air-drying your dishes rather than letting the dishwasher do it for you. Install a clothesline outside and invest in a fold-up clothes rack so you can air-dry your laundry regardless of the weather. Then for dishwashing, rather air-dry them than let the dishwasher do it for you.

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PLUMBING SEALANTS

Helpful plumbing

adhesives & sealants Nowadays, there is an adhesive or sealant for any application. Doing a repair under the basin in the kitchen or bathroom? Need to attach a plumbing pipe to a joint? Here’s some advice from the experts. Pipe jointing compound is a type of sealant used with any threaded pipe to help create a seal. It’s available from all reputable manufacturers and consists of a mixture of ingredients which are included to ensure that water does not slip past the joint.

and air-tight seal. Any plumbing project involving the use of threaded pipe requires the use of a sealant in the form of pipe joint compound, plumber's tape (Teflon tape), or a combination of these.

Pipe joint compound serves as both a lubricant and a sealant for threaded joints. Using pipe joint compound on the threads of a pipe joint helps to ensure a water-tight

Pipe joint compound is available in a tube or a canister with a brush applicator. The manufacturer's specifications are an important consideration when purchasing

The right pipe joint compound

a sealant for your particular project. It is important to note if the product is intended for use on only one type of pipe, or if it is a universal product that can be used on both metal and plastic. When buying pipe joint compound, look for a product that can be used on all types of plastic and metal threaded pipe, and keep it on hand as part of your collection of basic plumbing tools and materials.

How to do it:

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Clean the threads first, on both items to be joined. A wipe of a rag can clean the threads and remove dirt, oil, and scum. Use some cleaning benzine to dissolve oils and polymer from used parts. Be gentle, even with metal components.

Coat evenly To use pipe joint compound, apply an even coating onto the end threads of the male pipe (the end that will go into the other pipe), using either the applicator brush or a finger. Do not smear the compound inside the pipes.

Thread pipes Thread the pipe into the fitting. Make sure to avoid cross-threading that might strip the threads. Many plumbers use a thin layer of pipe joint compound on top of plumber's tape for a great seal on almost any threaded joint involving water.

Wipe away extra compound Use a clean rag to wipe away excess compound from the joints. No drying time is necessary.

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SUPPLIERS & CONTRACTORS HARVEY ROOFING PRODUCTS

Nature knows best Nature is a formidable force that tests us through harsh sun, torrential rain, winds and pelting hail. Yet it also provides us with everything our home needs to withstand these challenges. Introducing Harvey Greystone® roof tiles: the steel roof tile coated in natural stone. The natural, uncoated stone coating will not fade and never needs painting. It provides a naturally beautiful and durable barrier for decades of quality living. Because the stone is naturally uncoated, it is immune to the sun’s UV rays and fading as well as the other effects of harsh weather. In addition, due to precision engineering, gaps are eliminated to reduce dust and wind ingress

A Harvey Greystone® roof is low on maintenance, which means you don’t have the inconvenience of fixing leaks or replacing broken tiles. Painting is eliminated due to the high-quality natural stone coating.

Harvey Greystone® is suitable for new roofs and to re-roof your home with a naturally attractive, lightweight Shaker Tile Profile. Selecting any building product is a process fraught with potential problems. Not only do you need to satisfy yourself that the product is valid for the application, but you should also be confident that the product is reputable, reliable and well established. Since 1967 Harvey Roofing Products have been manufacturing steel roofing tiles and accessories, and from modest beginnings our products, through high quality and service, have evolved into one of the sturdiest and most attractive roofing systems available on the market, becoming the benchmark for all metal roof tiles.

Strong foundations

The same strict code of professionalism, quality and service has placed Harvey Roofing Products at the top of the steel roofing business, and its reputation has been steadily extended through the obvious satisfaction of specifiers, builders, and homeowners alike.

Strong on looks

Harvey Roofing Products manufactures several roofing systems. Its range of roof

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Versatile tiles offers superb structural integrity and immaculate appearance. Its world-class factory based in Brakpan, South Africa, is one of the largest of its kind in the world and maintains high quality standards.

Strong in design

Each steel-based tile is designed and manufactured for strength. The unique overlapping system and fixing technique provide not only a leak proof roof but also a form of burglar proofing. All tiles are available in galvanised mild steel substrate or alternatively in Alu-Zinc coated mild steel for added long term corrosion resistance.

Durable

Through decades of on-going research and development, the stone coating on Harvey Greystone roof tiles can withstand high ultraviolet levels and the most adverse weather conditions. The small stone granules bonded to the tile surface result in a durable fi nish which protects against extensive weathering such as high winds, pelting rain and hailstorms.

Harvey Greystone is also superb for reroofing, easily turning your house into a prize home in just two to three days.

Strong on savings

The excellent weight-to-strength ratio means that, with these tiles, you invest your money in the tiles and not in costly roof structures.

Weatherproof

The durable, steel-based tile can withstand the impact most of the elements including hailstorms.

20-year warranty

Harvey Greystone is low on maintenance and has excellent functional benefits, offering a 20-year product warranty. Contact Harvey Roofing Products for guidelines in atmospheric corrosive/coastal area applications. The AluZinc tile option is the combination of structural protection through zinc, with the barrier protection of aluminium, and this allows for superior performance to galvanised coatings in some environments.

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Re-roofing

Harvey Greystone® profiles are designed to the highest technological global standards, ensuring strength, durability, good looks, and easy handling. With the tile mass being so much lighter than conventional tiles, in flexibility and manoeuvring, working with our tiles is so much easier, not to mention the time and materials that are saved in the process.

These features make the tiles ideal for reroofing over existing roof cover and being so light there is no need to reinforce the timber structure. In addition, because the tiles are fitted on top of the existing roof, there is no inconvenience to the occupants. The unique overlapping tiles are resistant to the elements and impenetrable to burglars. Re-roofing with these tiles gives your roof added insulation which will keep your building cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Sound and acoustics levels will also be improved.

The Harvey Roofing Products reroofing system is maintenance free, which means you do not have the inconvenience of fixing leaks, replacing broken tiles, or repainting every few years. Harvey Roofing Products has a nationwide network of licensed contractors who guarantee their workmanship. Harvey Greystone® is trademark registered and patent pending. For more information on this innovative product, contact Albie Jordaan, Harvey Roofing Products on 011 741 5600 or email albie.jordaan@macsteel.co.za

Look for the Harvey Quality Stamp

We take great care to ensure that every Harveytile is manufactured to the most stringent quality standards. As a division of Africa’s leading steel supplier, Macsteel, we have access to the best steel. We prepare and press the steel to the fi nest tolerances, coat the tile with the fi nest paints and binding materials, cover the tile with only the best surfaces and finally the tile with the best looks... And if you need rust protection, add the best rust protection coating when required. All this whilst inspecting the tile every step of the process. Once complete, we take care to quality check every tile so as to ensure that it meets our exacting quality standards. Only then do we place our Harvey Quality Stamp on each tile. This means you can rest assured that if the tile carries the Harveytile Quality Stamp, that it’s a Harveytile manufactured to the most exacting standards. If it doesn’t say Harveytile, it’s not a Harveytile... look for the Harveytile Quality Stamp.

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YOUR ROOF! In the constant battle against the elements, nothing stands up to nature like solid rock. The onslaughts of harsh sun, torrential rain, winds and pelting hail on your home never stops. You need a permanent solution to protect your home from nature’s challenges. Introducing Harvey Greystone® roof tiles: the steel roof tile coated in natural stone. The natural, uncoated stone coating will not fade and never needs painting. It provides a naturally beautiful and durable barrier for decades of environmental onslaughts. Harvey Greystone is suitable for new roofs and to re-roof your home with a naturally attractive, lightweight Shake Tile Profile. ®

Please note: Colours on screen and print may differ from the actual roof tile colour.

Protect your home with the roof tile inspired by nature: Harvey Greystone®

HARVEY Greystone®

Disclaimer: due to the product been mined, colour variations may occur between production batches.

HARVEY Greystone® Fade Proof

Lightweight

Never Paint

• Natural, uncoated stone

• Lightweight steel-based roof tiles

• The natural stone, uncoated surface is not painted

• Unaffected by the sun’s UV rays • Will not fade unlike painted roofs

• Save on roof-structure timber costs • Ideal for new roof or re-roofing over existing roof cover

• Never needs painting

Low Maintenance

Unbreakable

Solar Compatible

• Avoid the inconvenience of fixing leaks

• Rigid steel substrate

• Fixing brackets available

• Tiles do not need replacement • No painting necessary

• Bonded stone granules protects against the elements • No more broken roof tiles even in hailstorms

• Bracket designed to avoid perforating the tile; preventing water leaks

Weatherproof

Attractive

Easy to Install

Fire Resistance

• Gaps are eliminated

• Natural grey stone colour

• Easily installed on new roofs or over existing roof cover

• Certified with an ‘A’ Fire Rating

• Wind proof • Hail resistant • Water and leak proof • Minimised dust ingress • Zero water absorption

• Shake Tile design for a unique roof appearance • Ridge, cap and trim accessories for a professional finish

• Engineered for effortless overlapping and fixing

• Tested to the SANS 10177-12 standard

• Lightweight and easy to handle

The Harvey Quality Stamp

We take great care to ensure that every Harveytile is manufactured to the most stringent quality standards. This means you can rest assured that if the tile carries the Harveytile Quality Stamp, that it’s a Harveytile manufactured to the most exacting standards. If it doesn’t say Harveytile, It’s not a Harveytile... look for the Harveytile Quality Stamp.

Tel: +27 11 741 5600

www.harveyroofingproducts.co.za

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Copper is top choice for hot water cylinders

Tecron Water Heating (Pty) Ltd was established in 1997 in Cape Town. The company was born from the firm belief in the efficiency of copper hot water cylinders. Copper remains the global material of choice for the manufacturing of hot water cylinders because it has proven its durability and reliability over decades. Because copper is naturally corrosionresistant and is used in its natural form for the manufacturing of electric, as well as solar electric water heaters, these geysers are known to have the longest lifespan and can outlive their alternative rivals by up to five times their lifespan.

Copper is biostatic, preventing bacterial growth

Tecron offers a 7-year guarantee against faulty workmanship and materials on all their geysers. Standard SABS-approved thermostats and elements are used in all their geysers, all locally manufactured. Tecron’s range of geysers include 50, 100, 150, 200 and 250-litre standard geysers, as well as 15-litre under basin units and 25-litre horizontal square geysers, with pressure ratings from gravity fed up to 400kpa.

Tests show that after seven days of immersion in water, 80% of stainless steel and 90% of plastics were coated in a biofilm where bacteria had begun to form – this is not the case with copper. Copper has the natural ability to inhibit the growth of 99.9% of bacteria such as Legionella, MRSA and

Tecron Water Heating can also design and supply bulk storage hot water systems in accordance with customer requirements and specifications. Storage volumes from 450 litres to 30 000 litres can be supplied, as well as in-line heaters and a complete range of industrial water heater heating spares. Because copper is naturally corrosion resistant, these geysers do not require periodic servicing, such as anode replacements, which makes them more costeffective over a long period of time. Copper is an environmentally-friendly metal, does not deteriorate and has the highest recycling rate of any engineering metal in the world.

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The real benefit, however, for the modern consumer is that copper is naturally biostatic so it prevents bacterial growth on its surface, in turn leading to a far lesser chance of bacterial infection of the general system.

Ecoli which ensures a copper-based system is inherently safer for the well-being of the consumer. Dr Bill Keevil at the Centre for Applied Microbiology & Research (CAMR) recently found that while it took 34 days for ecoli0157 to die on stainless steel and four days on brass, it took just four hours for the same bacteria to die on copper.

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Articles inside

Advertorial: Tecron Water Heating – Copper is top choice for hot water cylinders

Helpful plumbing adhesives sealants

Talking energy efficiency in the home

Health and Safety: South African Construction Industry

One step ahead in flooring

GVK-Siya Zama, a zero harm perspective

Some like it hot

Mixed-use building HVAC application

Timber construction is beautiful

How creative cladding is changing the face of architecture

Advertorial: The Clay Brick Association of South Africa – Save construction costs, save the environment

The best defence is a good offence

New Beitbridge border post to speed up traffic flow

The future of acrylic and other paint is green

Winter’s wondrously earthy palette

Dishwashing freedom! Is it possible?

The bathroom as a place of well being

Winter is the time to prepare for Spring’s new growth

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Modern bathroom design renovation

Organise a ‘matchbox’ bedroom easy hacks

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Inspirational woman architect interior designer

Deviating from the ‘same old same old’

The extreme makeover: DHL Stadium

Hospitality & apartment design Top 2022 design & surface trends

A concept & style guide

News & Reviews: Market Updates