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CONTENT INSIGHTS 10 Branding Your Business with Architecture

TRENDS 13 Modern Kitchen Design

MAIN FEATURE 18 Alliance Insurance

PUBLISHER Structure And Design Media

MATERIAL FOCUS 61 Sâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ment Smalls

DESIGN & LAYOUT Tami Zizhou

LOCAL RESIDENTIAL PROFILE 65 Mediterranean Magic

PHOTOGRAPHY Michele Fortmann

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78 Orchestrating Spaces

TECH DESIGN 85 Ergonomics

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE 86 Garden and Indoor Ideas

ZIM DESIGN EVENTS 88 IGN Design Indaba 2017

DRIVE DESIGN 92 Scania Tipper and Longhaul Series

ZIM CONSTRUCTION COUNCILS 96 PMZ Annual Dinner

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SHODDY PURCHASE regularly ends up being a costly one. In the construction industry, this is frequently a given when price is prioritised above quality. We are constantly surprised at the magnanimity experts in the construction industry when they try and justify purchasing of modest items. They then cry foul when the product comes up short, delaminates, burns, washes off, stains or simply falls off. The product is as far as anyone knows to blame when it doesn’t satisfy its predetermined and planned IMBABWE needs an enormous insertion of futuristic and super modern architecture into its fabric. Alliance Insurance Headquarters on reason. commercial built environment, this is particularly a risky occurrence yet we appear to is have that origin covered asawell, 66 Ridgeway NorthInisthe a dazzling architectural trendsetter with an eagerness for modernity. The building design of local with we pass the buck and shift the blame. sophisticated global appeal. It is a supremely well designed structure in the Modernist style that functions perfectly for the clients and we

are glad it has finally graced our publication. MAIN FEATURE Page18. If it is not too much trouble understand us correctly, we are not talking about innovation, a responsible cost cutting exercise, or even special Our local residential profile set the tone a super selection of homes chosen to shower with inspiration. In this month’s feature, offers - we are referring to strives buying to a $25 door andforexpecting it to last as long and function as wellyou as a $200 door. sojourn to the Mediterranean sea shores where you will only find such a rare build. This house is in Harare proving you can live a sea inspired dream in of a landlocked country. inspired. Page 65. The lack accountability neverBe ceases to amaze in Zimbabwe. When will we start to accept responsibility for our poor decisions and frugality-

and realize that we are indeed answerable to and responsible for our actions? We suggest we endeavor to produce high quality, magnificent We are always thrilled to showcase the projects of our leading designers. We recently attended the 2017 IGN Design Indaba at Parklands in products and buildings for our clients, ones we would willingly sign our names on and deliver by hand in a box with gold tissue paper and silver Borrowdale and what a highlight of incredible talent. New and unique design elements were present at every exhibitor’s stand making the show ribbons, speaking. “the localmetaphorically standard bearer for incredible spaces both inside and out.” It was a covetable play-play collection of locally made designer products. See collage on page 88. Structure and Design gladly promotes quality products and services: our clients and partners strive to bring excellent superior products to the commercial to discuss how their expertise products could your project nationally. - you will be surprised at what is Structure andmarket. designCall teamthem is pleased to see a steady increase and in circulation, largelybenefit via point of next sale venues This means that, even though we continue live in troubled times, the appreciation of architecture, engineering, design and décor in Zimbabwe is still burgeoning. in our local materialto focus section. 1

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BRANDING YOUR BUSINESS WITH INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE Interior architecture and design can support, promote and convey a business’ brand. HERE’S A QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION WITH AN ARCHITECT/ INTERIOR DESIGNER: Q: What is branding, or environment branding, when referring to interior architecture and design? Lynn Baker: When we’re talking about interiors, the term “branding” means creating an environment that embodies the attributes of a business, so customers recognize and experience your business’ brand when they enter your place of business. Q: How do color, texture, art, lighting and furniture play a role in interior branding for your clients’ spaces? LB: We can use colors to literally communicate the brand to our clients’ customers, potential customers, stakeholders, employees and community. An example of environment branding includes repeating colors from your logo in your space. Additionally, we use color to communicate a feeling or quality associated with your brand. If a brand prides itself on being “fun,” for example, a designer might select bright or energetic colors. We use texture, art, lighting and furniture in the same way. Lighting,

in particular, can create an atmosphere that relates to your brand or the experience you wish customers to have while in your space and interfacing with your employees. Do you want customers to feel energized when they enter your space or feel restful and cocooned? In the first instance you might use more daylight and bright, indirect lighting; in the latter you might have low levels of warm-colored light.The way customers or employees use the space can also communicate a brand. Moveable workspaces, couches and an open environment can suggest a collaborative, creative business, in contrast to a space that’s less flexible and closed-off, which could suggest the importance of privacy, confidentiality, trust and security. Q: What is a corporate branded environment example people might recognize? LB: Google is a company that famously communicates its “fun and playful” brand identity into its interior by using the brand’s multiple colors and showcasing unique design features, such as an indoor slide or mini-golf course. Q: Is environment branding done before, after or in collaboration with the marketing professionals responsible for a company’s overall corporate branding strategy? LB: Interior branding can be done in any of these ways. If a company has not yet hired a marketing professional, it’s helpful if the client has an idea of what makes their product or service unique. We can then work with the client to identify these qualities and create an interior environment to reinforce them. A marketing professional can then build upon this base.

STARBUCKS has been successfully branded all over the world. This example is the Japanese spin on the iconic Starbucks shop.

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Working in collaboration with marketing professionals can make the interior branding very successful. The marketing professional and interior designer can share their opinions about the other’s work and ensure the client understands and is happy with everything the brand and interior are >

communicating. When necessary, at my firm we work with a contracted graphic designer to help clients select logos and corporate colors. This additional service for our client helps expedite signage procurement and also influences the exterior architecture of our projects, as well well as the interiors. Q: Step-by-step, what is the process of branding an interior environment? LB: First, we want to hear the client’s initial ideas for a project—this might give us ideas about their philosophy and what’s important to them, both functionally and aesthetically. At this point, I also look at a client’s website and any existing printed collateral, such as brochures or flyers, to determine if they have branding in place that will be essential to incorporate in the interior design. Next, we create an inspiration board that illustrates the brand attributes through interior design—it might contain descriptive words, photos of other interiors, colors, art, and design features. The client then gives me feedback on what they do or don’t like about the board. From there, our team begins drawing the design features, and selects colors, lighting, artwork and furniture that are similar to the items displayed on the inspiration board. We meet with the client during each of these steps to get their input and make changes, if necessary. Q: What positive impact can interior design branding have on your clients’ businesses? LB: I think it can reinforce the qualities of their products and service for the customer. Not branding an interior space can cause confusion or doubt for a customer, and even for the employees, especially if your website or work is known for a certain quality, and then your interior environment contradicts it. When a customer visits a properly branded space, they will make a positive judgment about the business, possibly prior to knowing anything about your work or product.

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ecades ago, the kitchen was hidden in the back of the house. It was a place where meals were prepared and dirty dishes were washed. Fast forward to 2017 and the kitchen has a much different role. Today, the kitchen is the focal point of the home, the place that brings everyone together after a long day or at the start of one. Now instead, the kitchen is paraded in all its beauty and warmth at the very center of the house. Kitchens have changed a lot over the decades and planning for your kitchen remodel is very important. Technology advances and changing social dynamics have contributed greatly to the rise of the modern kitchen. There is a far bigger focus on open concept homes that revolve around the kitchen so everyone can be together. As with any modern design trend, clean and simple styles have become favorites for homeowners with natural light becoming an essential aspect of the overall look and function of the kitchen space.

With the keen eye from design experts, here are the top 10 trends in kitchen design that are currently in.

1 SMART KITCHENS Technology has entered the kitchen in full force and not just in the form of fancy gadgets and appliances. Today, you can have a kitchen with technology integrated into every function and applianceâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;from the faucets to the fridge to the lighting. This is what we call a smart kitchen. Smart kitchens are a very modern aspect of design. In fact, a lot of kitchens today are built smart from the ground up. For older kitchens, sensors, smart gadgets and other devices can be added to make them smarter.

2 CABINET COLORS: WHITE STAYS, GRAY GETS ELEGANT AND BLACK IS THE NEW THING White is still a big favorite for kitchen cabinets. Homeowners love it for its clean look, which is especially beneficial in a space that tends to get cluttered. White cabinets are simply beautiful and timeless and can be used in almost any kind of kitchen style. We expect white to remain a popular cabinet color in 2018 and probably for years to come. The only change we are seeing is a mixing in of wood finishes for accent pieces and additions of pops-of-color for the brave of heart.

You can have sensor-equipped kitchen faucets that can sense the presence of hands underneath and will come on automatically. You could have a fridge that alerts you when your groceries items are running low or a coffee maker that has your coffee ready when you wake up. There is also a device that monitors your eggs, telling you which ones are almost going bad. Do not forget to smarten up your lighting systemâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;allowing you to control different lights from your smartphone or tablet. Technology integrated kitchens are becoming more popular as homeowners experiment with novel technologies. This is one of the biggest trends going into 2018 too. 13

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As popular as white cabinets are, grey is starting to pick up as the color of choice. Grey cabinets project a certain chic elegance. If you want your kitchen to feel a bit more luxurious, grey is the color to choose. Grey cabinets work great when paired with plenty of natural light. The modern clean look of both white and grey will keep them as favorites for years. But there is another color slowly making its way into the kitchen–black. It will surprise you at how well black kitchen cabinets can work in and/or enhance every kitchen. Black kitchen cabinets portray full-on elegance and a deep rich luxurious atmosphere that the other options just don’t. They cast the kitchen in a subtle dramatic essence. However, using black in the kitchen is a tricky thing. You have to be careful that it does not overpower the room, making it feel perpetually dark. But more and more homeowners are getting bolder and opting for a kitchen with black cabinets. While black will not be the new white anytime soon, black cabinets will get more popular.

material is extremely hardy, can last virtually forever, is a breeze to maintain and is anti-microbial. Granite, the main competitor in the high-end bracket, requires slightly more maintenance. When quartz countertops first came into the market, the main worry was lack of variety in terms of colors and finishes. But with time, thanks to technology, manufacturers have provided a wide range of colors to choose from as well as realistic stone patterns. You can even get quartz finished with elaborate swirls and large veining to imitate other materials like natural stone. These unique styles have become immensely popular. But there is a notable trend toward softer and more neutral colors. More and more homeowners are opting for colors like: grey, taupe, creamy or white finishes. The pattern preferences have changed to veining from particulates that we’ve seen for past years. This definitely follows the trend towards cleaner styles seen in most home spaces.

3 CONTEMPORARY DESIGNS, MATERIALS AND TEXTURES

While we are still on the topic of countertops, it is important to mention the rising popularity of composite sinks. These are sinks made from the same material as the countertop. This creates a cleaner uniform look and makes cleaning and maintenance much easier. However, it is going to be a tough battle against the still very popular stainless steel and farmhouse sinks.

While styles like vintage and mid-century modern are still popular, homeowners are getting more contemporary with edgier designs and alternative materials for kitchens. Instead of the usual ceramic, we are seeing an increased use of concrete and stone.

5 A FOCUS ON STORAGE-EFFECTIVE CABINETRY

Folding and sliding doors are being set up to be operated with a button or from your smartphone or tablet. These innovative new door designs are even being transferred to the cabinetry. You can actually have folding or sliding cabinet doors too.

One of the biggest annoyances with kitchen cabinetry is the unnecessarily waste of space. The way the shelves and drawers are

Countertops and kitchen islands are also experiencing their own contemporary reinvention. Some homeowners are going for curved kitchen islands for a unique focal point. This lends itself to softening the lines within the space. In some homes, the kitchen island also serves as the bar and includes wine storage for the adults. Even as most people get nostalgic for past styles (Art Deco, Vintage and so on), there is still a lot of love for the beautiful, stylish and functional contemporary kitchen.

4 QUARTZ IS STILL KING For high end kitchen countertops, quartz still reigns supreme. The structured leaves a lot of wasted space. Worst of all, available space is often too small for some of your larger things or the opposite: it’s too wide and does not give you a way to properly and efficiently organize the space. One of the foundations to a functional kitchen is kitchen storage. If it is inadequate or ineffective, you will be faced with endless frustrations and challenges. To counter these storage > 14

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spaces. Basically, it involves turning things around and creating unexpected match-ups. You might find an all-white light and airy kitchen with a bold patterned tile backsplash, or bright colored appliances. These pops of unexpected color feel like bursts of energy helping bring the kitchen to life. Or you might find a juxtaposition between the cabinetry and the flooring. The cabinetry is more sleek and polished while the floor is designed in a textured style that is much more rustic.

> challenges, homeowners are starting to look for better storage solutions within the cabinetry. These can include: drawer dividers for cutlery & utensils, pull-outs for spices, tray dividers, roll-out trays and caddies for pot & pans; as well as wastebasket cabinets and/ or decorative wicker baskets for show. These will make it easier to store foods, drinks and small appliances.

One popular fun juxtaposition that was bound to be picked up in 2017 was: “bringing the outdoors in”. Whether it is a vertical garden of spices, an indoor vegetable patch or your own kitchen flower garden–more homeowners are experimenting with bringing the great outdoors in.

2017 has come with a range of new kitchen storage options throughout the whole kitchen–focused on making daily lives more effortless and making cooking fun.

6 APPLIANCES: NEW STYLES AND PREFERENCES If the kitchen is going to face a revolution, the appliances will not be left behind. One of the hottest trends we saw for 2017 were black stainless steel appliances. Stainless Steel appliances have dominated the market for quite some time, so seeing a different finish come into play is not surprising. Traditionally appliances are sold in suites, but occasionally you will find a refrigerator in red or the vintage style range in a blue and so on. This is definitely a departure from the once traditional all-white appliances. However, homeowners seem willing to experiment with a wider range of tones around the kitchen these days. Even the interest in must-have commercial ranges seems to be fading a little. More and more kitchens want to include cooktops with separate double wall ovens. This trend can be more expensive than commercial ranges and often take up more space. But as in many of these trends, aesthetics is a major issue. More homeowners are wanting a changeover from the more common commercial range look.

8 HARDWOOD FLOORING IS STILL THE SHINNING STAR BUT CERAMIC TILE IS ON IT’S HEELS Hardwood flooring is still very popular when it comes to kitchen flooring. But the second most popular option, ceramic flooring, is about to get more attention. Thanks to technology, ceramic flooring now comes in a wide variety of designs and styles and sizes. For example, you can get ceramic tiles that look exactly like hardwood flooring. So if you want to retain the hardwood look but with a material that is easier to maintain, you can use ceramic. In addition to wood, ceramic tiles can be designed to resemble a range of other materials including natural stone. Even the surface >

Changes are also happening to the range hood. Traditionally, we see large chimney style range hoods over the range. Though it plays a major role in sucking up fumes, grease and odors, it does not earn many points for style. To change this, homeowners are opting for new ceiling mounted range hoods. They take up less space and are more sleek-looking. Don’t forget to consider advanced range hoods that can be flush mounted for a discreet and very chic look.

7 JUXTAPOSITION OF SPACES Kitchen design trends today are aimed at creating a unique style. A style that instantly captures attention and makes a statement. One of the trends accomplishing this is the juxtaposition of 15

TRENDS texture is changed to mimic these materials. In terms of size, you do not have to go for traditional sizing any longer. You can get wide plank tiles that resemble actual planks of hardwood once laid down on the floor. Or you can get custom cut tiles to create a uniquely themed kitchen.

9. LARGE MULTIPURPOSE KITCHEN ISLANDS

One great idea is a feeder station. This is usually a corner where you can set up your pet food storage cabinet, feeding station, toys and anything else dogrelated. You can even design a kitchen island with a built-in doggy bed underneath. If you have cats and a little extra money to spend, consider a slide at one corner of the room where they can play until they are exhausted.

Kitchen islands are no longer those narrow surfaces just for food preparation or to serve as an occasional breakfast bar. They have become focal points of the kitchen. One of the changes emerging is the larger sizing and more ornate design pieces included in the design. The kitchen island is meant to create an impact, and its design must make a statement. The larger kitchen islands have become jack of all trades. They have storage cabinets and can be fitted with various cooking appliances while also serving as a dining and/or drinking bar. To accommodate the increased size, the kitchen island can be extended into living room territory in homes with open plan designs. This ensures the kitchen island can be multi-functional without cluttering up space in the kitchen.

10 PET-FRIENDLY SPACES IN THE KITCHEN The kitchen can be a hazardous place for babies and pets if you are not careful. While we try really hard to baby-proof the cooking area; we do not think much about pet-friendly spaces in the kitchen. 16

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Conclusion Let these trends serve as design ideas for your kitchen renovation or new home construction. These ideas combine the best in functionality and aesthetics to create the ultimate kitchen. sebringservices.com

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lliance Insuranceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new head quarters were completed about two years ago towards the end of 2015. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve travelled along Ridgeway North in the Borrowdale area, near Rietfontein, you will no doubt have seen this impressive and iconic building with its unique deep maroon and cream exterior. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a distinctively Zimbabwean building with the bruised purple colour evoking tropical storm clouds while the ever changing creamy colours are reminiscent of African savannah grasslands. The exterior paint colours also help to reinforce the solid rectilinear structure of columns and horizontal lintels. Despite the African references it is a supremely well designed structure in the Modernist style that functions perfectly for the clients. The east facing facade overlooks Ridgeway North but the main frontage is concealed rather modestly on Nigelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lane. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a building that exudes all the elements that the client needs â&#x20AC;&#x201C; itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very powerfully built and imposing and gives an impression of strength and solidity, yet it has a number of exciting and impressive architectural features that make it quite unique. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a building that perfectly displays the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s character.

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It was designed by Cosmos Kanyanta from Architrave Design Group (with lots of input from the clients, in particular Nathalie Hunt) and features many of his distinctive signature elements. (See Structure and Design issue 2 for Aripo’s Headquarters.) The large sloping aluminium and glass frontage, circular clerestory windows and the overall authority of the building are typical of his design aesthetic – and of course there’s the central circular atrium which is such a distinctive feature of the Arripo building.

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Grapnote Steel were the reinforcement steel supplier for the Alliance Project.

Grapnote Steel is a medium sized, wholly Zimbabwean owned company which started operations in 2005 as Grapnote Investments. Their core business is the supply, cutting and bending as well as assembling and fixing of both structural and reinforcement steel within the Southern African region. They also supply steel related products and most hardware products so as to make their workshop a one stop shop for steel users. Among the sectors of the economy they supply are the construction, mining and farming industries. Grapnote Steelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s business is supported by an integrated quality management system that underpins every aspect of its operations. By strategically positioning quality management at the heart of its operations, Grapnote Steel has bound together the full value chain of an infrastructure company, thus embedding the concept of a triple bottom line management culture, which is central to reinforcing sustainability and delivering a quality outcome to all their stakeholders. TRADE REFERENCES 1] A M Machado Building Contractors 2] Mukute Construction 3] Pevimag Contractors 4] Pemhiwa Builders 5] Manah Construction 24

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MAIN FEATURE NORTH ELEVATION louvers to specialist detail

ROOF -roof pitch 11.0° -IBR chromadeck roofing sheets -75x50mm s.w brandering @ 1200mm c/c laid on -roof trusses to engineer's detail -114x38mm wall plate tied to 3 courses by metal strips

louvers to specialist detail

canopy to specialists detail

flying steel framed beam to eng's detail

louvers to specialist detail

steel gutter level

+7.981

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+6.926

F.F window level

+6.276

1st floor level

+3.626

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+2.976

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+0.326 +0.000

South Elevation

Scale 1:100 structure & design 11

ROOF -roof pitch 11.0° -IBR chromadeck roofing sheets

When Alliance Insurance found they were outgrowing their offices at Westgate they began looking for new premises for the company. The site of their current headquarters came on the market and it seemed like a perfect opportunity for them to design and build new offices tailor made to suit their needs. The property at 66 Ridgeway North was in an excellent location, near to other financial centres like CABS and Old Mutual, as well as being easily accessible from both the city centre and Borrowdale. However there was an old block of flats on the site which had become a bit run down and had been converted to accommodation for backpackers for short term hire. Not the ideal place for an insurance company. However, luckily they had the vision and foresight to see the potential which the site offered. Nathalie Hunt drew up a sketch of what they wanted and Architrave Design Group drew up the plans.

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NOTES

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The circular central structure also presented some technical challenges in terms of creating curved formwork and shuttering to cast all the concrete beams and slab edges on site, which was done using timber and flexiform shuttering. The interior granite cladding on the circular walls was also a challenge to ensure that there was no chance of it working loose, so Elevate Construction used a specialised technique which they had first developed on the award winning Gota project (WAN Awards House of the Year 2012).

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MAIN FEATURE The gardens were such an important part of the overall design aesthetic that Nathalie, in conjunction with Sean Price from Nature’s Way, began to establish the gardens before the build was even complete. Nathalie’s brief was to design and construct a garden which was low maintenance – no grass to mow – waterwise, and providing interest through different leaf colours and textures. A water feature of three large clay pots gently bubbling over provides soothing and tranquil sounds and completes the landscaping. From the gardens it’s hard to believe that the building is on a busy major road with fairly heavy traffic. 36

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But if the structure is impressive it’s the interior design and decor that really makes the project so successful. Nathalie’s motto is to be understated, elegant and practical. The reception area sets the tone for the rest of the building with a custom made desk, specially made by Lammel Manufacturing, a division of Romeo Kitchens, to Nathalie’s design. Behind the desk is a laser cut map of Africa in chrome with an inset showing Zimbabwe’s place on the continent. Two large ornate twisted chandeliers hang overhead while comfortable seating welcomes visitors. The staircase is clad in mosaic stone cladding adding texture and warmth. Over the stairway shimmering spherical lights hang down over chrome and glass balustrades. Subtly shaded wallpaper and different paint colours are carefully considered to highlight the architectural features.

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The inside/outside aesthetic runs through the whole design with nearly all the spaces having a view onto the atrium or outside to the gardens, or both. One exception is the ground floor offices on the north side which face onto a solid wall. Here Nathalie Hunt has commissioned Arnold Venter from The Banner Man to provide translucent blinds designed to look like a bamboo grove â&#x20AC;&#x201C; with the sun shining through and back lighting the patterns. A clever and practical solution thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also cost effective.

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MAIN FEATURE In the main management offices leather sofas add an opulent feel while glass lamp bases and glass topped coffee tables add the slightest suggestion of understated bling. Most of the artwork throughout the offices relates to elephants – a reference to Nzou Holdings, the parent company – while the boardroom has a whole wall devoted to an African elephant scene – printed wallpaper again supplied by the Banner Man. The

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boardroom table is extraordinary – designed by Nathalie and built by Lammel, with tapering sides and gently rounded ends. It was made in a single moulded piece and had to be craned in through the window from the neighbouring property.

international travels as well as from interior design magazines. She has experience in designing both residential and commercial properties as well as project management. She can be contacted by email at ‘nathalie@ yoafrica.com’ for design consultations.

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Inside the building are the high security vaults which are 3 x 6 metres with large walk in safe doors supplied by Assa Abloy. As a client you’ll receive the keys for your vault in a sealed container and even the staff at Storagemart doesn’t have copies of the keys, so it’s completely secure. This means the staff can’t make SPECIALISTS MARBLE, a duplicate key evenINif CAESARSTONE, the client loses theirs. Access GRANITE KITCHEN TOPS, COUNTER TOPS, is by tag through the gate into the facility and then STAIRCASES, FIREPLACES, WINDOW SILLS, by biometric scanners into the vault area and finally TV STANDS, TOMBSTONES etc by using the unique key. The entire vault section is monitored by highly trained security personnel through a series of CCTV cameras around the clock. There are however no cameras inside the vaults so depositors can be assured of strict privacy. Only two people are allowed into the vault area at any time. Unlike the outside units vaults can only be accessed during normal office hours. These vaults are ideal for storing or archiving sensitive documents or other highly valuable possessions. Some of the vaults are used to house off site servers for sensitive computer information, and these are air conditioned to maintain a constant temperature. The vaults can be supplied with high speed fibre internet. The temperature controlled units are also ideal for storing valuable art works. First Floor, Belvedere Square, Cnr Burton/ Princess Rd, Belvedere, Harare

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CLEANING • Wipe up any spills immediately with an absorbent cloth or towel. • Regularly remove dust with a broom or vacuum cleaner. • Periodically use specially formulated cleaner/restorer to maintain the lustre and allergy free surface of your floor. Ensure that the cloth or mop is only SLIGHTLY DAMP. Excessive water may damage the floor. • DO NOT wash your floor with a soaking mop or cloth, rather use a dry mop and spray a recommended laminate floor cleaner onto the mop or wipe the floor with a well wrung, damp or moist cloth. Special laminate flooring mops are available from most reputable flooring suppliers. • DO NOT sand, varnish, polish or wax the floor, as these treatments will adversely affect the floor. • DO NOT use any abrasive cleaners. • DO NOT clean grooves with a pointed metal object. • DO NOT place pot plant drip trays directly onto the floor surface, always have these lifted by at least 50mm off the floor to allow airflow under the pot plant.

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Never has anything been further from the truth. In the vast majority of incidents one or two sprinkler heads control the fire. When a fire occurs only the sprinklers in the immediate vicinity automatically start to operate and discharge water to control or extinguish the fire.

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Compared to the amount of water used by the fire brigade the amount of water discharged by a sprinkler is approximately 5% of that discharged by a fire hose. An IT specialist once asked us to remove sprinkler heads from his computer room as he was concerned the water would damage his computers if a sprinkler head went off. We replied saying the before his computers would get a soaking they would have turned to melted plastic! Automatic sprinkler systems date back to the 19th Century and their development was mostly led by fire insurance companies. The low average loss in the case of sprinkler protected buildings has established a record unbeaten by any other form of protection.

There are sprinkler systems installed whereby large amounts of water are immediately discharged but these are mainly for LPG storage tanks and other high risk applications. Regarding the legal aspects of fire control it is interesting (and welcoming) to note that the stipulations in Chapter 11 of the Harare Model building by-laws are fairly stringent and insist on sprinkler protection in all buildings over 29m high and in large buildings with a floor area over 3,701m2, and various other areas such as basements and parking garages. This is certainly not the case in the UK, for example.

There are two main reasons why this is so; sprinklers extinguish a fire while it is still small restricting the direct fire damage to a minimum; and the effect of a loud alarm (mechanically operated from the sprinkler alarm valve) which rings immediately and automatically attracts the attention necessary to limit water damage to a minimum.

We believe that these stipulations should be taken a step further to include mandatory sprinkler protection for hospitals, Old People’s Homes and certain night clubs which have been the subject of horrendous fires overseas in the last few years.

Automatic sprinkler systems require no human assistance to control and extinguish fires; they are on duty 24/7; their efficiency is not impaired by the presence of smoke or fumes; and they are not hindered by access to difficult sites like the 24th floor of a tower block. This refers to sprinkler systems installed in commercial buildings, shopping malls, hotels, warehouses, banks, office blocks, tower blocks, etc.

The average cost per square meter of a sprinkler system is $20/ m2. Compared this to say tiling which runs at anywhere between $25 to $35 for standard tiling. Compared to the untold price of experiencing a major fire this could be considered a small price to pay.

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’MENT SMALLS – what is it? It S’ment! A love of cement born of Laura’s experience with the decorative brand “Cemcrete” has led to the creation of a fun and unique brand set to change how we look at Cement. This wonderful raw material is so versatile that it can be made into just about anything you can imagine – so why don’t you do just that & let your imagination let you adventure into the world of Cement – objects for the house, garden, office, hotels & lodges… The launch of S’ment Smalls @ The Studio this June, saw miniature to giant pots holding water-wise succulents, tennis-ball-sized spheres partially decorated with trendy metallic, S’ment soap dishes in masculine charcoal and feminine white (African Apothecary Soaps included), drinks coasters & placemats, hearts & emoji’s… and so much more. In addition, with the collaboration of Homestyle Bricks, S’ment Smalls put together a furniture range using cement ready-made industrial products and re-purposing them, using Cemcrete Sealers, Rustoleum Metallics & glass. The response was overwhelming and the ideas being shared show an exciting future for this brand…

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We know that cement is used in building sturdy homes and structures. It is used in constructing tall buildings as well as bridges and roads. But aside from that, it can also be used in making some home decors and items that we can utilize. cement is strong and sturdy, it can be used in making different durable items of various shapes and forms. We are in love with the number of things available in the market. So many objects can be found for the home especially. Cement items canGathering, be any size, your 8. Communication, lnformation, Packaging and Dissemination imagination being the limit. SMENT SMALLS is able to ZBCAidea provides with most in up-to-date bring your to life.members If you have a the DESIGN mind, industry information, trends and market briefs by carrying out research large or small, send it their way and they will design and and then packaging the information for dissemination to manufacture it for you. members through weekly bulletins, monthly newsletters, quarterly magazine, annual directory and the website.

Being The a creative firm, they also local have and a wide rangeinformation of Association monitors regional sources for tender opportunities that are disseminated to products they already make, which include: flower weekly. pots ofmembers varying sizes (from $2 to $10), plant cones ($8 to $10), coasters and placemats (from $1 to $8), 9. Library and Business Centre draughts pieces a set), dishes ($8 and ZBCA runs ($18 a library andsoap Business centre that is accessible $10), to polished coloured garden pavers (400 x 400 services members for free and offers other discounted to members. $6), polished black/grey tiles (600 x 600 $7), huge concrete planters ($70, order plain or with your own 10. Publications colour and design), polished counter tops ($85 per ZBCA produces weekly bulletin and monthly newsletters, running metre), coffee tables ($400, cement and quarterly magazine; annual directory, member projects, book glass),and cocktail ($220 for mini, $330 for only. large)The association CD attables a discounted rate for members and dining tables (6-seater for $506). also produces a member projects book where member projects are showcased free of charge

They also have various small objects available and 11. Tradeshow Marketing Facilitation other things like lamps, pendants and chandeliers ZBCA participates annually in selected local, regional and underinternational design. trade fairs and facilitates its members to participate under its umbrella thereby managing participation costs.

12. Company Visits ZBCA proactively visits its members to learn their concerns for packaging and presentation to relevant bodies for resolution. During these visits the capacity of members is established and possible solutions brainstormed. 13. Construction Documentation Through the National Joint Practice Committee (NJPC), ZBCA participates in developing standard documents that are easy to understand and up-todate for use by building contractors. 14. Diversification of Source Markets for Suppliers ZBCA trains members on how to use the Trade Map (an International Trade Center) market analysis tool useful for identifying new source and export markets for their businesses. MEMBERSHIP OF OTHER ORGANISATION ZBCA is registered with the Ministry of Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare as an employer body in the construction sector. The Association is a member of the Zimbabwe Construction Industry Council, Joint Industrial Council, Chamber of Mines, Employersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Confederation of Zimbabwe and the Standards Association of Zimbabwe. The Association reports to the Ministry of Local Government, Public Works and National Housing and also sits on the Categorization Committee chaired by that Ministry.

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ow do you ensure that your supplier or customer pictures a particular forest green colour exactly the same way that you do? The NCS system helps you communicate colours in a way that everyone understands. NCS, Natural Colour System is a logical colour system which builds on how the human being sees colour. Colour is what we see, a subjective visual sensation. To characterize a colour you therefore have to describe what you see. How the colour is mixed, as well as the measurement data, is necessary for production, but to communicate with the customer you need a system in the way people see colours. A notation represents a specific colour percept and says nothing about what pigments, lights rays or nerve signals that have been given rise to this perception. This makes it possible to describe the colours of all surface materials and ensure that the colours turn out exactly as you want them to. The Natural Color SystemÂŽÂŠ is the only colour system that describes colours exactly as we see them, which is why it is easy to understand, logical and simple to use. Any of the millions of colours that exists can be defined within the NCS System and given a precise NCS notation. The NCS notation describes the purely visual properties of the colour. The visual NCS colour system makes it easy to visualize, design, select, communicate, document and manufacture any colour rationally, accurately and consistently.

The NCS notation has a true visual meaning and can be understood and communicated globally. NCS has created an exceptional tool for design, marketing, sales, communication and production integrated in one system for multiple industries. Simply: One system - one colour - one notation - any material. To unravel the mystery contact laura@artisan.co.zw

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his extraordinary and unique house in Harare looks like it’s been magically transported from the hills of Tuscany. It’s apparent that there’s more than just a touch of enchantment about this superb family home. The house was built by a gentleman named Mike McNaught, who later left Zimbabwe for Cape Town. After he left the country the house had two previous owners before the current owners bought it – so they’re the fourth owners – and they’ve been lucky enough to live there for the last 12 years. Even the history of the house is slightly mysterious. No-one knows who the original architect was or exactly which year the house built.

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Obviously McNaught was a well travelled man and had spent some time in the Mediterranean but no-one knows what inspired McNaught to build such an amazing and striking family home which is truly one of a kind. A Mediterranean marvel set in the middle of Africa! Although the front facade is very imposing – a formal and symmetrical double storey structure - it still manages to be both charming and welcoming. It has that comfortably weathered look so typical of old Mediterranean villas which like fine wines, improve and mature with age. The approach to the house is down a long secluded driveway and the house only comes into view after the

last bend, so it’s a delightful surprise when the house is finally revealed. There’s a circular brick cobbled driveway in front of the house complete with a water feature and white roses and lavender bushes. A walkway of terracotta tiles with inset blue mosaics leads up three wide steps to the arched front doors which are flanked by potted olive trees. There’s a small portico over the front doors and a romantic Juliet balcony peeps out on one side. (There are another three small Juliet balconies at the back of the house.) The exterior colours perfectly

complement the architectural style and character of the house. The textured walls are painted a sort of biscuit/ sandstone colour with hints of pink and orange – a colour that changes subtly all the time as the light alters throughout the day. A darker toned honey colour highlights the architraves and architectural details. Window frames, door frames and fascias are picked out in a gorgeous sky blue which repeats the colour of the mosaic tiles at the entrance. The roof is clad in hand made clay tiles which really define the personality of the building. Presumably the roof tiles were specially imported from Italy as this type of tile has never been manufactured here.

RESIDENTIAL PROFILE Although the roof tiles are very beautiful they have also proved to be a bit problematic. Because each tile is ever so slightly different, being handmade, they are prone to leaking and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also very heavy. The roof of the large verandah which runs partially around three sides of the house was leaking badly. New replacement tiles were obviously impossible to source locally. There was an asbestos ceiling under the verandah roof which was hidden behind swathes of hessian burlap of the type used for tobacco bales. According to the owners, â&#x20AC;&#x153;It looked fabulous until the leaks started showing!â&#x20AC;? Eventually the owners resorted to calling in Liz Howes from Howes and Homes to replace the entire verandah roof section. Howes and Homes installed a new Chromadek roof with a tongue and groove ceiling underneath, and the problem was solved. The natural colour of the tongue and groove timber has been retained so it blends well with the colour of the exterior walls and adds a kind of rustic charm. The verandah has the most African inspired decor with a collection of colourful ethnic baskets on the wall and woven wicker furniture. A simple wrought iron pendant light with matching wall sconces completes the look. The main seating area overlooks the pool while tucked around the corner is an informal dining area for al fresco entertaining. 68

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The verandah links the house to the lush park like gardens and the pool. A rather formal terracotta tiled walkway leads to a small water feature and on to the pool. Although the pool was existing when the current owners moved in the area around the pool needed to be retiled. The tiles around the pool, the insets in front of the verandah, and the mosaic tiles at the entrance were all supplied by the late Colleen Meyburgh from Burnt Earth.

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The terracotta flagstone tiles continue from the verandah and lead into the main formal lounge through double French doors. Most of the house, apart the bedrooms, has the

same floor tiles – left natural outside but polished inside to a delightful aged patina. The lounge has pressed metal ceiling panels hinting that the house was perhaps built in

the 20’s or 30’s when this type of ceiling was popular. There’s a large and quite formal fireplace with a mirror above which is an original feature of the house. The room is decorated with big comfy sofas, antique cabinets and Persian rugs. Like the exterior most of the interior walls are textured bag washed plaster which together with the rough floors and pressed ceilings gives the home a warm sense of history. The lounge leads into the formal dining room which has quite grand proportions. An antique dining table with seating for eight sits comfortably in the room and leaves ample space for cabinetry and even a small chess table with matching spindle chairs. The walls are painted a deep wine red and hung with several large artworks which add to the opulent baronial ambiance. 71

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Tucked away behind the dining room is the fairly modest kitchen which although small has everything necessary â&#x20AC;&#x201C; including a rather elaborate hood over the hob â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and even a small breakfast nook. Several service rooms lead off the kitchen so all the clutter is hidden away.

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But by far the most unusual and breathtaking feature of the house is the central double height atrium which is really the heart of the home. It’s so dramatic and theatrical it looks like part of a stage set for an elaborate opera! It’s the first thing you see when you enter from the front door and it links all the different wings of the house on both floors. It fills the interior with natural light during the day and in summer it keeps the house deliciously cool. It’s a roughly square structure of approximately four metres on each side with glassed paned walls and it opens to the sky. While it’s stunning on a sunny day it must be a truly spectacular sight during an evening thunderstorm with lightning flaring overhead. It also serves to separate the front foyer from the rest of the house and conceals the main staircase from the entrance. The staircase, which has charming, fairly simple, metallic blue balustrades and wooden handrails, runs up behind the atrium to the first floor. At the top of the stairs is a generous landing/foyer which currently serves as a study with a view onto the atrium. Above the stairs the timber trusses are exposed and the ceiling follows the roof angle, so it creates a very special space which feels a little like the inside of an old sailing ship or perhaps a church. A really clever design feature of the landing is the built in cupboards which are usually fairly dull. Here the cupboard fronts have been made from old wardrobe doors with mirrored centre panels fitted into a wooden frame. It’s an innovative and creative way to transform the ordinary into something quite special. 73

RESIDENTIAL PROFILE The master bedroom suite leads off to one side, while there are also two bedrooms with a shared bathroom and an additional two guest bedrooms. The master bedroom has one of the Juliet balconies at the back of the house and gorgeous views over the garden. It also boasts the most lavish dressing room complete with a chaise longue and vanity area. The master bathroom leads off the dressing room and has a corner bath, a unique shower with windows onto an enclosed courtyard and a small, private outdoor space.

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LIGHTING & LAMP DESIGN “The history of architecture is the history of the struggle for light.” — Le Corbusier - architect IN this issue of SD Magazine, we showcased two spaces that had some amazing light fixtures, and we decided to look for the most inspiring designs that we could find. We love lighting as it is a place where technology and design meet in the most expressive ways.

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orchestrating the space ALL THE SENSES CAN COME ALIVE IN A HOME, OR AN IMMERSION INTO A SPECIFIC FEELING. THIS CAN BE VERY DELIBERATE...

HEN you think about living spaces, a number of factors influence their design and feel. It can be about being trendy or about injecting personality, it can simply be to make the space more functional… among many other considerations. The way to get to the final look, however, is determined by the elements you use to orchestrate the space into what you want. Material has always been the first consideration. Whether the flooring, roofing, tiling or even when thinking about objects in the home – purely aesthetic or functional. Is the table going to be made of wood or glass? Is the wood a dark or light shade? What is the cheapest material to use or the most versatile? Interior Designers are forever taking voyages through look books and love to look at and touch different materials and fabrics, thinking of their client’s needs and thinking ahead too. What does the project really need? Putting together a space requires many thoughtful considerations and the blending of sense and expertise as well as material contrasts and harmony. It may feel wasteful for those who have never given a designer a project before to commission a space, paying money for the material and then the designer too? Well we can tell you it is always worth it. Once they have your budget, they will know how to give you value for your money. An understanding is needed though, when you want to see ways to bring the vision to life. We have put together several examples of ideas that made the spaces what they are. Whether it is in the form of a single elements or several.

MOOD BOARDS Interior designers use moodboards as a tool to create cohesive and harmonious design schemes that let you see how your overall design will look before investing in the real thing. There are various types of moodboards, from inspiration boards to generate ideas to sample boards where you can gather together real materials. 78

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FROM the unique sofa design and comfortable colour tones, this room goes an extra dimension with its flower-based inspirations, the tall table and lamps playing into it with their now stalk-like appearance.

THIS room has quite an imposing look. Moody and with an industrial edge, the colours make it stand out. A mix of browns and other earthy hues work well with the striking bronze armchairs. The walls seem bare and marked as if they were from another time.

COLOURFUL and bright kitchen cabinets are becoming more popular. The orange, black and white play is repeated throughout the room too, and it works best in the flooring, reflecting everything serenely under the lights. A TRUE talking point, this staircase steals the show. The material dominating is wood and the ceiling adds to the splendour with its texture.

WITH light coming from the bottom part of the staircase, it feels like you are looking at some kind of beautiful fabric, when it is only glass but cleverly designed. It must be breathtakking to see the effect at night. Pleasing to look at but functional.

SHAPE is everything in this interior, but more was done to emphaside this, especially on the roomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wall. The colours rest quietly in the background and let the form express. 79

INTERIOR DESIGN THE volume of this room is dramitic, it seems to keep rising upwards and creates interesting contrast with the objects within the space - the couch seems even more low profile and the artwork ends up dominating the scene. Art, in this instance, should surely include the hanging light fixtures, that beautiful table and The Bonsai-like plant in the corner.

THESE two space designs are in a way the same thing applied in opposites. The colour scheme, the materials and the moods are different, expressing different personalities living within the two. It would not be surprising if they had the same designer though...

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COLOUR pops can be very satisfying. The brighter colours set on more silent tones, with texture in this case serving as another interesting element. A beautiful wallpaper can go a long way.

UNIQUE pieces come together to form a unique room. Each piece would stand out on its own, from the shiny light feature to the fabric hanging against the wall. The chairs too. The colour in this dining room creates a sense of relaxation and brings a bit of high dinner to the home.

LARGE framed artwork, massive darpes, elegant light fixtures, views and a clever colour pallet make this space sophisticated and expensive. Even the chairs seem to add a stately look. The plant brings outside in.

CLEAN backdrops can be the most interesting to introduce unique and colourful or powerful pieces of furniture and artwork. VOLUME, natural light and a careful selection of fabrics and colours easily gives that soft and comfortable feel to the room. It is always good to have a room that can transform from obscurity and private to open and with a view.

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DESIGN TRENDS

THE BEDROOM & THE HEADBOARD

here's plenty that goes into making a luxurious, lavish bedroom that fulfills all your needs to perfection and also offers a soothing and relaxing environment.

Headboards are a possible thing to look into, as an elegant way of taking the feeling of your favourite room in the house to the next level.

The bedroom generally gets paid plenty of attention and a lot of thought goes into ensuring that it looks exactly as one wants it to. That is an understandable sentiment too, as most often, it is our only private sanctuary where our own little world is hidden away from the prying eyes of everyone around.

Classic tufted headboards bring that regal presence into your bedroom and work best in muted colours. There are plenty of materials to choose from. Obviously, the material that you choose not only should go along with your existing bed and the fabric and pattern already in place, but also with the the theme of the room.

TECH DESIGN

mart materials are materials engineered to respond to environmental stimuli such as temperature, pressure, and the presence of oxygen. They are called by other names such as, Intelligent materials, Active materials and Adoptive materials. The devises that are made using smart materials are called “Smart Devices”. Similarly, the systems and structures that have incorporated smart materials are called “Smart Systems” and “Smart Structures”.

Smart Concrete Concrete is a core building material. But even concrete starts to crumble when it comes face-to-face with water, wind, stress and pressure. The current method of dealing with structural instability in concrete has been to replace or repair it. But what if all you had to do was add a little water? A new type of smart concrete contains dormant bacteria spores and calcium lactate in self-contained pods. When these pods come into contact with water they create limestone, filling up the cracks and reinforcing the concrete. Self healing concrete is estimated to save up to 50% of concrete’s lifetime cost by eliminating the need for repair. Smart concrete is still being tested to determine how long the bacteria sustains itself, but researchers are hopeful they will be able to officially introduce smart concrete to the construction industry very soon.

Shapeshifting Metal Shapeshifting metals have a dramatic benefit on the durability of skyscrapers, bridges and homes. Shapeshifting metals can undergo great stress and temporarily change shape, but they are designed to ‘remember’ their original form and revert back to it if altered in some way. Used in the construction of a bridge, for example, would help sustain the bridge against damage from a hurricane or earthquake. Practical use of this type of metal is largely still in the development phase, with scientists specifically studying how smart metal can be used by the construction industry.

Self Healing Coatings Not yet in use, but in the process of being tested by a group of scientists, is a self healing coating that could be applied to concrete. This material has the ability to self heal when it cracks and is exposed to sunlight, allowing UV rays to react with particles in the concrete that expand and then fill the cracks. Usually, cracks are repaired by hand, which is difficult because cracks are often hard to detect. A material (polymers, ceramics, etc.) that can repair damage caused by normal usage could lower production costs of a number of different industrial processes through longer part lifetime, reduction of inefficiency over time caused by degradation, as well as prevent costs incurred by material failure. For a material to be defined as self-healing, it is necessary that the healing process occurs without human intervention. SOME BASIC QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ON SELF HEALING MATERIALS: What self healing materials can do? When a crack forms in the material, it can recover the plastic deformation and heal itself. It does that without the human intervention. Where Self Healing Materials can be used? It can be used in satellites or aircrafts. It can also be used in civil infrastructure and be used in prosthetics so a simple crack won’t result in another surgery.If a crack starts moving through material, it should be stopped immediately, otherwise some accident may occur. Propagation of damage should be stopped to prevent failure, but the damage or crack is very hard to detect when you don’t have access. This is where this material can be used. What’s the importance of this research on Self Healing Materials? The failure of structural materials is a huge problem. This research will help in structural health monitoring with self-healing. This material can sense damage and then respond to it. It only takes seconds to stop the damage.

Created by Jenny Sabin Studio, the interactive installation won this year’s Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1’s annual Young Architects Program, a platform that celebrates transformative architecture.

Living canopy changes its appearance throughout the day This responsive design merges biology, architecture and maths to form a canopy that responds to light. Over 1 million yards of digitally knitted and robotically woven fibre is currently hanging over MoMA PS1’s courtyard in New York City. The living textiles display subtle colour in sunlight and emit glowing light after sundown. 84

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Sabin’s studio is experimental and multidisciplinary in its approach to design. Her work, which explores the intersections of architecture, biology and mathematics. For MoMA PS1, Sabin created a canopy structure that transforms with its environment. According to the studio, the design incorporates 100 robotically woven recycled spool stools and a misting system that responds to visitors’ proximity to produce a refreshing microclimate. Lumen’s adaptive architecture is inspired by “collective levity, play, and interaction as the structure transforms throughout the day and night, responding to the density of bodies, heat, and sunlight.”

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uman factors and ergonomics (commonly referred to as HF&E), also known as comfort design, functional design, and systems, is the practice of designing products, systems, or processes to take proper account of the interaction between them and the people who use them. The International Ergonomics Association calls it â&#x20AC;&#x153;an interdisciplinary approach to understanding of the interactions among humans and other elements of a system, and the profession that applies theoretical principles, data and methods to design in order to optimize human well-being and overall system performance.â&#x20AC;? They say interdisciplinary because the field has seen some contributions from numerous fields, such as psychology, engineering, biomechanics, industrial design, physiology, and anthropometry. In essence, it is the study of designing equipment, devices and processes that fit the human body and its cognitive abilities. The two terms â&#x20AC;&#x153;human factorsâ&#x20AC;? and â&#x20AC;&#x153;ergonomicsâ&#x20AC;? are essentially synonymous. HF&E is employed to fulfill the goals of occupational health and safety and productivity. It is relevant in the design of such things as safe furniture and easy-to-use interfaces to machines and equipment.

Proper ergonomic design is necessary to prevent repetitive strain injuries and other musculoskeletal disorders, which can develop over time and can lead to long-term disability. Ergonomics is concerned with the â&#x20AC;&#x153;fitâ&#x20AC;? between the user, equipment and their environments. It takes account of the userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capabilities and limitations in seeking to ensure that tasks, functions, information and the environment suit each user. To assess the fit between a person and the used technology, human factors specialists or ergonomists consider the job (activity) being done and the demands on the user; the equipment used (its size, shape, and how appropriate it is for the task), and the information used (how it is presented, accessed, and changed). Ergonomics draws on many disciplines in its study of humans and their environments Objectives of Ergonomics Design Performance Well Being Physical ergonomics in particular is concerned with human anatomy, and some of the anthropometric, physiological and bio mechanical characteristics as they relate to physical activity. Physical ergonomic principles have been widely used in the design of both consumer and industrial products. We see it in th design of industrial equipment and more commonly in car as well as furniture design. In the work place, when using ergonomics to increase comfort or health conscious designs like proper posture support and making sure work-stations and controls are comfortably within reach, one finds there are long-term advantages:

Ergonomics improves productivity The best ergonomic solutions will often improve productivity. By designing a job to allow for good posture, less exertion, fewer motions and better heights and reaches, the workstation becomes more efficient. Ergonomics improves quality Poor ergonomics leads to frustrated and fatigued workers that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t do their best work. When the job task is too physically taxing on the worker, they may not perform their job like they were trained. For example, an employee might not fasten a screw tight enough due to a high force requirement which could create a product quality issue. Ergonomics improves employee engagement Employees notice when the company is putting forth their best efforts to ensure their health and safety. If an employee does not experience fatigue and discomfort during their workday, it can reduce turnover, decrease absenteeism, improve morale and increase employee involvement. Ergonomics creates a better safety culture Ergonomics shows your companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to safety and health as a core value. The cumulative effect of the previous four benefits of ergonomics is a stronger safety culture for your company. Healthy employees are your most valuable asset; creating and fostering the safety & health culture at your company will lead to better human performance for your organization. In architecture in the last few decades, considerations have been put towards ergonomic approach in making spaces accessible for people with physical disabilities and visual impairment. There is more that can be done within the field locally though, especially with internal architecture.

LANDSCAPE & GARDEN DESIGN

GARDENING & OUTDOOR LIVING IDEAS Soon the winter weather will fall away and the temperature will allow you to spend a bit more time outside. It’s a good time to start putting that colour back on your outdoors, be it in the gardens or on your verandahs and patios. Whether you’re throwing backyard barbeques or just sitting around relaxing with your family, consider starting with a well-planned design or a collection of ideas that will work well together. Like these five ideas from HomeBNC.

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Welcome your guests to your home no matter the season with these fun front door flower pot ideas! Just like an outfit is never truly complete without jewelry, your home can always use a bit of “bling” in the form of pretty front door flower pots. You can show off your aesthetic to anyone who passes by. Whether you want a colorful, whimsical decoration that appeals to families, a rustic country display, or a more chic flower pot decoration, the list below has you covered.

GLOBE GARDEN GLOBE GARDEN, designed by Peter Opsvik 30 years ago is an Ergonomic upholstered reception chair made in wood and fabric. It has been updated from its original design and is now re-launched. Garden is an icon, an art object and eye catcher. But it also offers numerous comfortable sitting positions. “Our ancestors lived in the trees! When I designed Garden in 1985 I wanted to show how the norms of ‘sitting nicely’ and ‘sitting correctly’ can be broken.” To get this message across, Peter Opsvik created Garden and a number of products whose purpose was to gain acceptance for a freer use of the body. In the updated version the branches of the tree continues down and become supporting footrests. With its spectacular height the new Garden is adapted to function in public spaces, such as forums and meeting points, since the person waiting can both see and be seen in the crowd. Height: 177 cm Width: 110 cm Depth: 124 cm Seat height: 102 cm

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PRETTY FLOWER POT DÉCOR IDEAS FOR YOUR FRONT DOOR

AWESOME DIY FIREPIT IDEAS FOR YOUR YARD

The warm weather will be back before you know it! These easy-tomake DIY firepit ideas are here to make your summer the best one ever: whether you want to cook your food over an open fire or just snuggle up while you drink some beers, these simple projects will make a great addition to your yard. Round or square, stone or concrete blocks, no matter what your style there is a tutorial on this list that you are sure to love. Many of these DIY firepits are also budget friendly so anyone can add some warmth to their yard! If you love repurposing old objects, there are even some DIY firepit designs on this list for you. Who knew you could create a firepit out of an old washing machine drum or a wheel? If you do not want to do a lot of building, try one of the inground firepits.

AN ENCHANTED SUCCULENT GARDEN If there’s one fast growing trend in plant arrangements, it’s the world of succulent gardens. Learning how to grow succulents, how to plant succulents and arrange them is certainly worth it. This is a beautiful example of a succulent arrangement that clearly was only limited to the designer’s imagination.

BACKYARD LANDSCAPING IDEAS

This beautiful look is perfect for almost any type of garden. Though it looks like a pot of flowers has been tipped over, with the flowers spilling out, it’s actually carefully designed to look that way. You can purchase a large pot like this at most garden shops. There will be a flat bottom that places the opening on the side. While you do want flowers that look like they’re spilling, you’ll have to plant some in the ground to create that same effect. PRETTY BACKYARD LIGHTING IDEAS An easy way to make your yard more inviting is to add lighting so that you can eat, relax, and reconnect with family and friends long after the sun goes down. Backyard lighting ideas run the gamut from simple candle holders or battery operated fairy lights to high-powered spot lighting which can add a touch of grandeur to an elegant garden. No matter what size outdoor space you have, the strategic addition of lighting can turn your backyard into a cozy outdoor sanctuary with minimal effort and cost.

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The Project Management Profession as Panacea to Potholes andâ&#x20AC;Śâ&#x20AC;Ś

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Engineer Tororiro Isaac Chaza, PMPÂŽ

he issues and cases given in this paper are hypothetical and are meant only to raise the issue of why projects fail and what we can do to mitigate failure. Permit me to use a recently constructed (conjectural) road, which is full of potholes after the first rains, as a case study representing a miscellany of private sector projects, which are passed as â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;successfulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; on commissioning but in actual fact are failed or distressed projects. I would qualify a road that develops potholes soon after construction as project failure because it is unusable. On probing why the road â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;failedâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; one would ask if the road was constructed according to the planned project baselines. In other words, was the road constructed according the planned scope, on time, within budget, and meets the quality standards? If the answer to any of these project baseline questions is no, the ensuing question is â&#x20AC;&#x153;why?â&#x20AC;? Were the project baseline variations/violations documented, communicated to the relevant stakeholders, and approved according to the project governance framework by the project board? Was there an identifiable project sponsor? What were the documented lessons learnt? Was the PM a trained and certified project management professional, or was he/she an â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;accidentalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; PM? Hard questions as they may seem, they are very necessary for any progressive â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;successâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; oriented entity. Permit me to â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;skin the polecat in publicâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; regardless of its stink. Further questions should arise as to the fate of a) the road construction contractor who toasted â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;successâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; with a bottle of Moet Chandon, b) the road engineer who inspected and passed the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;qualityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of the road and got promoted, and c) the official(s) who awarded the contract to the construction company and overtly lives large. Great silence perhaps? I suppose everyone is happy except the road user suffering from unacceptable discomfort from high levels of â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;body bounceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; and high cost of suspension replacement kits. The road would dismally fail the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;road roughnessâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; quality test. As stated earlier this article is based on a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hypotheticalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; case study and is not to poke fun at or pick on the road engineers in the road authorities at all. It is meant to ask deep questions about the project management practices in Zimbabwean public and private sector organizations, with a view of correcting and mitigating the project failures caused by the cohorts of corruption, skills deficiency, ignorance and mismanagement. The latest Project Management Instituteâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (PMI) publication â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pulse of the Profession 2017â&#x20AC;? (www.pmi.org) reports positive trends in the way organizations are managing projects and programs. For example, it is reported that there is a significant decline in the dollar lost in projects, e.g. $97 million is lost per $1 billion invested in projects. In other words projects lose around 9.7% perhaps due to cost overruns. This is an improvement from the previous year, which reported $122 million lost per every $1 billion invested, or 12.2% loss. The research is carried out across the globe by soliciting

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feedback from 3,234 project management professionals. Having the knowledge that the number of Project Management Professionals (PMPs) and PRINCE2 certified professionals are significantly higher in the Americas and Europe, it will suffice to conclude that the findings of the research are heavily skewed towards the developed world. The question is, if the developed world with advanced and significantly numerous PM skills, is incurring around 10% loss, what are the losses of the developing countries with less advanced and significantly less PM skills? Before you stone me, let me give the facts. I am a Project Management Professional (PMPÂŽ) certified by PMI. The statistics I got in a recent research were that the USA has around 1000 PMPs per million population, with Africa at about 6 PMPs per million population. This is a stupendous 17,000% gap! A significant number of organizations in the USA have implemented a Project Management Office (PMO), with many even progressing in maturity to set up an Enterprise-wide PMO (EPMO). Furthermore these developed countries have set up government PMOs to oversee public sector projects, for example the Major Projects Authority in the UK and the Major Projects Management Office in Canada. Just before leaving office, the former President of USA, Barack Obama, signed into law, the Program Management Improvement and Accountability Act of 2015 (PMIAA), which will enhance accountability and best practices in project and program management throughout the federal government (www.pmi.org press release, 16 Dec 2016). I do not profess to have carried out thorough research on PMO implementation in Zimbabwe or any other African country for that matter, but I would hazard a deduction that only a handful of companies are enlightened enough to have a PMO. I know of one Mobile Network Operator and probably a couple of banks that have trained and set up PMOs. Furthermore I have not come across an African government with a ministry/department that has oversight on execution governance of public sector projects. Most African governments would have statutory entities such as Zimbabweâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s State Procurement Board, with oversight on the procurement process, but no oversight on the execution process. If a public sector centralised or even decentralised PMO exists in Zimbabwe or any other African country, I stand to be corrected. In addition I would like to know if such a PMO is resourced by trained and certified PM professionals.

I would also like to know if there are private sector companies with PMOs manned by qualified rather than ‘accidental’ PMs. The basic question is “what is project success?” Whilst there is no consensus on the definition of the term ‘Project Success’ I proffer the modest definition as such; a project is deemed successful if it is completed according to the planned scope, quality, schedule and cost baselines. Furthermore when the product or service goes live it delivers the desired benefits to the stakeholders, namely the client organization and to the end customer. A project that incurs scope overruns, cost overruns, and schedule overruns, or does not meet the quality standards, and does not satisfy the stakeholders, or is decommissioned before completion, is deemed a failure. However there are varying degrees of success or failure along this metric continuum. The complication is that you can successfully manage a project, e.g. a multi-story building, but if no one takes occupancy of it, or if the building collapses a few years later then it is deemed a project failure. On the other hand a project may be badly managed with serious baseline violations, but delivers the desired benefits in the long run. The “Pulse of the Profession 2013” (www.pmi.org) report had a telling statistic, that “high-performing organizations lose 12 times less money than low performers (US$20 million versus US$230 million for every US$1 billion spent on projects).” Low performers incur a loss of about 23%! This, by the way, is in economies that measure and keep track of metrics. If the developed world is making on average a 10% loss on investment, how much loss is being made by developing countries such as Zimbabwe, considering the 17,000% skills chasm? If I were to take a survey or audit of Zimbabwean organizations’ projects I reckon the figure of project loss per invested US$ billion (million to be apropos) would be titanic. Using the ‘hypothetical’ road construction as an example, here is how the project loss is incurred in layman’s terms:Assume that a 10 km paved urban road (high level scope) should take 4 months (schedule baseline) to complete at a cost of $10 million ($1 million per kilometer cost baseline). But the status after 12 months is that only 5 km (50% of scope) has been constructed at a cost of $10 million ($2 million per kilometer - 100% cost overrun), and is completed in 12 months (200% schedule overrun). Furthermore the road develops potholes within a few months of commissioning (adverse quality performance). The reasons for the scope variation, schedule overrun, cost overrun and adverse quality are, among others:a) Planning estimates were out due to wrong planning. b) Planning estimates were correct but project governance was weak and therefore the constructor took advantage and just claimed more work and therefore more money. c) Chiwoko-muhomwe – (Shona meaning a hand in the pocket, i.e. bribery and corruption) by scheming officials, quality inspectors and constructor resulting in poor quality as specifications were compromised to reduce input costs, yet pricing increased. d) No risks were identified and managed, resulting in serious project delays. e) Client used untrained or ‘accidental’ project managers, who could not match the contractor’s shrewdness. The last point refers to ‘accidental’ project managers. These are

subject matter experts, i.e. professionals in their own field but have not been trained and certified in project management and therefore lack the knowledge and expertise of, for example, a certified PMP. Yet they are given the task of managing complex projects. They then run projects without a proper governance structure. They do not follow proper project management processes, nor do they know how to report on project progress. Yes, they know how to do a project Gantt chart, but they have never heard of metrics such as Schedule Performance Index or the Cost performance Index. They do not know about Risk Management, nor are they exposed to Stakeholder Management. They plod along and ‘accidentally’ and fortuitously deliver a ‘successful’ project, so it seems until an audit of the project is done. The ‘success’ becomes very questionable as high losses are incurred. I have had a go at the ‘accidental’ project managers and yet it is most likely not their fault, as it is the executives in the organizations who are not providing the opportunity for training and up-skilling the subject matter experts with the proper PM credentials, the reason being availability of funds. It is the executives with proven corporate governance skills but are not project governance savvy. At this juncture I take a poke at the widely practiced corporate governance practices, which are mute on project governance. I would also like to take a poke at the accompanying accounting systems/ practices, which consider human capital and talent development as an expenditure whilst an office chair is deemed an asset. If perchance you are chaffed by my depiction of a ‘fictitious’ road construction project, it is perhaps time for you to introspect within your own organization and ask questions along the list below:1. Does your organization have: a. a Project Management Office? b. a Project Governance structure? 2. Does your organization do any talent development in the area of Project Management? 3. How do you measure project success in your organization? Or 4. What are the project success criteria in your organization? If perchance you are now rattled by lack of answers to the questions above, let us try another angle of questions:5. How much money does your organization invest in projects in a year? 6. How much of the investment is lost due to: a. Scope overrun? b. Schedule overrun? c. Cost overrun? d. Rework due to quality problems? 7. Are your project managers trained professionals or they are ‘accidental?’ I advocate for the correction of this project management malpractice and urge Zimbabwean and African countries and their private and public organizations to invest in appropriate project governance structures and attendant project management training. The developed economies have invested significantly in the project management profession and continue to do so. African countries are 17,000% behind and will continue to remain behind, incurring huge losses due to project failure, until they/ we realize the need to invest in talent development. Furthermore in this highly disruptive and competitive global environment, inertia in project management skills development is extremely fatal. 95

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