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38%/,6+(5·6 MEMO s we move into 2021 it’s great to see that there might be some light at the end of the Covid tunnel! It’s been so exciting for all of us at S&D to see how architects, engineers, builders and designers have managed to work through such a difficult time. There’s a brand new mall in Tynwald in Harare West that’s very nearly completed. The main anchor tenant, OK Zimbabwe, has already opened their supermarket and adjacent liquor outlet. Other tenants, including a food court, a pharmacy and a hardware store are set to open soon. The mall is part of an on-going maser plan to upgrade Tynwald and the surrounding suburbs and offers local residents the convenience of one-stop shopping right in their neighbourhood. In this issue we also focus on an inspiring development in Duthie road in Belgravia designed by architect Fadzai Mangoma from local architectural firm Nyambuya and Associates. An old and rather uninspiring property has been re-imagined and re-designed to include a modern office block with a very contemporary exterior, a luxurious accommodation unit and a fun and funky entertainment space. The project was overseen by Fine and Country who are expanding their property development sector. Of course, the brand new Belgravia property needed a brand new garden. Orange Turf (Pvt) Ltd have designed and created a delightful landscape which complements the contemporary structures and creates a great living and

working environment. Established trees were retained but the rest of the garden is fresh, colourful and low maintenance. We also feature Ecolighting – a local company now established in Mount Pleasant – that offers a wide range of light fittings and accessories. In addition, working with architects, interior designers and home-owners, they can create a full lighting and electrical design for your home, office, retail or hospitality space. You can find out all about Vaka Concrete on page 68 In the relatively short time since they opened they have become the leading suppliers of concrete bricks, blocks and pavers for the construction industry with a number of major projects under their belt. We’ve also covered a great renovation project by Mirko Tucakov and Abed Khalatbari. We’ve featured their collaborations before (in issue 12 on Café Nush at Village Walk and in issue 25 on Sandalwood lodge) and as usual their work is exciting and innovative. They’ve brought a slightly date home, built in the style of a Tuscan villa, right up to date. It’s elegant, spacious and functional. Sit back, relax, read and enjoy! All Structure & Design content, and much more is available online on our website and ISSUU but follow us at SDMagzim www.structureanddesignzim.com issuu.com/structuredesign

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K Zimbabwe recently opened their brand new store on the 5th November, 2020, at the Tynwald Mall, Sanganai Corner, along Kirkman Road. The supermarket is very busy and has proven to be extremely popular with residents in Tynwald, Kuwadzana and the surrounding suburbs. Previously residents were forced to travel long distances for the convenience of all-in-one supermarket shopping. Construction of the mall started towards the end of 2019 and was it expected to be completed in mid-2020 – but like most large scale construction projects the Covid pandemic seriously affected timetables, schedules, and of course budgets. The project was not without its own FKDOOHQJHV 7KH VLWH VORSHV VLJQLÀFDQWO\ IURP HDVW WR ZHVW QHFHVVLWDWLQJ some ground work and the construction of a retaining wall on the east side, separating the mall from the neighbouring – rather dilapidated – structures. Negotiations are at a sensitive stage intended to integrate the neighbours into the overall landscaping and design plan. Attention had to be paid to storm water drainage for the run off from the parking area and the sizeable roof structure. This entailed constructing a rain water drainage system – with a grid covered channel across the entrance to the parking area – leading the water into the civil drainage system and eventually to Lake Chivero. In addition almost 2 kilometres of sewer line had to be constructed to connect the mall to the council sewer line which ultimately ends up at the Crowborough treatment plant. Chisipo consulting was superintending all the engineering works on this project. The designers of the mall created a series of generic ‘white box’ spaces which tenants are then able – with assistance from the developers – to tailor make to suit their requirements. The developers have provided electricity from a dedicated ZESA transformer, a back-up generator, as well as provisions for a solar power system. Tenants have their own individual ZESA metres to make payment and contribution calculations simple and transparent. The council water supply is sporadic and unreliable so there’s an on-site borehole as well as water tanks which can store substantial amounts of water for the tenants. Food courts REYLRXVO\ FRQVXPH D VLJQLÀFDQW RI ZDWHU HDFK GD\ GXULQJ WKHLU XVXDO day-to-day business. 14

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main profile 7KH GHYHORSHUV KDYH VXSSOLHG DQ HIÀFLHQW DLU FRQ V\VWHP VR WKH IRRG court and the shops are kept comfortable all year round. They’ve also included a lighting design for both the interior and exterior of the mall for the convenience and security of late-night patrons. The mall has the capacity to become a safe and convenient space for the community to meet, socialise and take advantage of all the facilities available. 7KH 2. 6XSHUPDUNHW DQG WKHLU DGMDFHQW OLTXRU RXWOHW DUH WKH ÀUVW WHQDQWV to take up trading in the new mall. Other tenants who will soon take up occupancy are expected to include a Chicken Inn food court (which will most likely incorporate their associated outlets like Bakers Inn and Pizza Inn), a pharmacy and a hardware retailer, among others. The mall is H[SHFWHG WR EH IXOO\ RSHUDWLRQDO ZLWK DOO WKH ODQGVFDSLQJ DQG ÀQDO GHWDLOV completed, within a few months. This section of Tynwald had previously been relatively neglected and under developed so the mall will bring new vigour and vibrancy to the suburb, as well as helping to create a number of employment opportunities for local residents. It’s part of a bigger urban planning scheme to upgrade the area that could include adjacent housing developments, as well as encouraging factories and warehouses to consider Tynwald as a more desirable and economically viable destination. While Tynwald has traditionally been a predominantly residential area an employment corridor along Kirkman Road is being established and is expanding rapidly. The overriding concept behind the new development is that people will be able to live, work and shop within a mixed use periurban environment where all the facilities and amenities that they need are within easy travelling distance. The development of Tynwald and the VXUURXQGLQJ VXEXUEV ZLOO LQ \HDUV WR FRPH KHOS WR UHGXFH WUDIÀF ÁRZ LQWR and out of the Harare Central Business District for work and for shopping, helping to de-congest the City centre and generally improve living conditions. The mall is the brain child of Ruswa Consulting and it was then developed and funded by a forward looking consortium of private investors, is set to change and improve the lifestyle of the currently less privileged communities on the western side of the City.

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The mall has been designed so that the exterior of the structure requires minimal maintenance. Walls have been constructed of IDFHEULFN RU FODG ZLWK WLOHV RU VWRQH 6PDOO VHFWLRQV DUH ÀQLVKHG LQ plaster which tenants can choose to paint in corporate colours and there’s ample provision above the shop fronts for logos or illuminated signage to add colour and interest and draw in prospective shoppers. Vertical gardens and a green portico will provide shade and shelter for customers who choose to eat outside the food court on the pavement promenade and also soften the boxy concrete and glass facade. There’s a high roof above the entrance to the supermarket, partly to provide shelter for shoppers from sun and rain, but also to add architectural emphasis (and visual appeal) to the main access. The entrance opening has an unusually wide span – around 9 metres across – which helps to encourage shoppers to cross the threshold into the retail space. There’s also a generous amount of secure and convenient paved parking space in front and to the side of the structure for the convenience of the customers – none of the hassle LQYROYHG LQ ÀQGLQJ VDIH SDUNLQJ RIWHQ H[SHULHQFHG ZLWKLQ WKH &LW\ . ,I \RX·UH LQ WKH DUHD WKH PDOO LV GHÀQLWHO\ ZRUWK D YLVLW ² LW·V DORQJ Kirkman Road just a few kilometres past the Harare Drive intersection. You can’t miss it. In the meantime look out for a follow up article which we’ll be featuring when the mall is fully occupied and bustling with vitality and energy!

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MORE THAN JUST LIGHTING colighting is a proudly 100% Zimbabwean company that has been providing lighting designs and unique lighting solutions to Zimbabwe (and the region) for many years. Initially known as Streamlight – founded in 2009 – they rebranded as Ecolighting in 2019. They’re located at 14 Westcott Road in Mount Pleasant in a custom built showroom close to Arundel and Pendennis Shopping Centres. (FROLJKWLQJ VWRFN D ZLGH UDQJH RI OLJKW ÀWWLQJV DQG DFFHVVRULHV imported from leading manufacturers around the world. 7KH\ VWRFN DQ H[FLWLQJ UDQJH RI LQGRRU OLJKW ÀWWLQJV LQFOXGLQJ pendant lights, chandeliers, down lighters, wall lights and table lamps. Just a few of their manufacturers and suppliers for indoor OLJKW ÀWWLQJV DQG DFFHVVRULHV LQFOXGH /HJUDQG DQG . /LJKW WKH\ DUH WKH RIÀFLDO DQG VROH GLVWULEXWRUV IRU ERWK EUDQGV LQ =LPEDEZH DV well the Belgian brand Dark lighting, Regent Lighting Solutions and Spazio Lighting. In addition to what you can see displayed in their showroom they also have extensive catalogues from leading lighting VXSSOLHUV WKDW \RX FDQ EURZVH WKURXJK 7KHVH OLJKW ÀWWLQJV DUH LGHDO for residential projects, as well as for hotels and lodges, restaurants DQG EDUV RIÀFH EORFNV DQG ZRUNVSDFHV DQG IRU UHWDLO RXWOHWV

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:KLOH WKH PDMRULW\ RI WKH OLJKW ÀWWLQJV PHQWLRQHG DERYH DUH LGHDO for ambient (general) lighting Ecolighting also supply lighting solutions for the other two main types of lighting – accent lighting (which is generally more decorative and helps to create or enhance the mood or atmosphere) and task lighting (where OLJKWLQJ LV UHTXLUHG IRU VSHFLÀF DVVLJQPHQWV ² OLNH LQ D VWXG\ DUHD RIÀFH ZRUNVKRS RU NLWFKHQ Lighting and interior designers often work with a combination of all three types of lighting. Ecolighting provide so much more than just DQ H[WHQVLYH UDQJH RI OLJKW ÀWWLQJV ² WKH\ RIIHU FRPSOHWH OLJKWLQJ design solutions, incorporating designed ceilings for cove lighting as well an installation supervision service. Working with architects, interior designers and electrical consultants at the planning stage Ecolighting can suggest a variety of lighting plans that can be incorporated in the overall design. The trend in interior design for homes these days often focuses on an open plan layout incorporating the kitchen, dining room and lounge. Ecolighting uses architectural plans, kitchen and furniture layouts and rendered drawings and the lighting design for each area LV FRQÀJXUHG LQGLYLGXDOO\ ZLWK D VSHFLÀF SXUSRVH VZLWFKLQJ PDWUL[ IRU each type of lighting. Ecolighting consult thoroughly with their clients and drawing on their up to date research, conducted on various social media platforms, they offer advice and suggestions for a variety of lighting options available for different spaces.

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as well as wall sconces above the sideboard or server to function as both accent and task lighting. Depending on the décor style the lounge could have concealed cove lighting, which is softer and warmer, perhaps one RU PRUH SHQGDQWV LQ VHOHFWHG DUHDV DQG VHYHUDO ÁRRU RU WDEOH ODPSV WR create more intimate spaces. Accent lighting could include picture lights or a spot focused on a prized artwork. A favourite reading chair would QHHG D WDVN OLJKW SHUKDSV D ODUJH ÁRRU ODPS

Ecolighting could, for example, suggest down lighters in the kitchen for ambient lighting combined with, LED strip lighting under the top cabinets to function as task lighting illuminating the work surfaces, and a series of pendants over the kitchen island or breakfast bar. The open plan dining room could have pendants suspended over the table for ambient lighting

Ecolighting can create the lighting design so that each area, and each section of the overall plan, can be switched independently. For example, the overhead lounge lights would work well on a dimmer, while it would create a more sophisticated atmosphere to turn off most of the kitchen lights during a formal dinner party. While the space remains open- plan DQG FRQQHFWHG WKH OLJKWLQJ GHVLJQ FDQ KHOS WR GHÀQH WKH YDULRXV DUHDV and give each space its own identity.

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Lighting for bars and entertainment areas can also add fun and atmosphere, whether for home or public spaces. Ecolighting can provide shelf lights so that the leading edge of glass shelving appears to glow from inside, cove lighting that seems to make the ceiling change colour, VWDU OLJKWV IRU DPELDQFH DQG UHFHVVHG ÁXVK ZDOO OLJKWV WR FUHDWH DQ entrance statement. Great for nightclubs and other venues where the lighting is an integral part of the décor! For more serious applications Ecolighting can supply a huge range of OLJKWLQJ VROXWLRQV ² ERWK WKH HOHFWULFDO SODQ DQG WKH ÀWWLQJV IRU RIÀFHV and retail outlets including suspended LED strip lights, track lights and panel lights for suspended ceilings. In fact, Ecolighting has worked with a QXPEHU RI OHDGLQJ GHVLJQHUV DV ZHOO DV VSHFLDOLVHG VKRSÀWWHUV WR SURYLGH lighting for conference venues and exhibition spaces, showrooms, banks, restaurants, food courts and shopping malls.

They also have a huge range of lighting for outdoor use for residential, commercial and industrial applications as well as for sports facilities. For residential applications they have outdoor wall lights, garden lights to accent a beautiful tree or an elegant pot plant, pathway lights and even underwater lights for swimming pools or water features. Many Zimbabweans love to take advantage of our pleasant weather and dine or entertain in the garden in the evening – good lighting is essential and adds a sophisticated and magical element to the RXWGRRU H[SHULHQFH 7KH\ FDQ SURYLGH ÁRRGOLJKWV IRU SDUNLQJ DUHDV RU warehouses as well as street lamps for driveways or access roads. They also have motion sensor lights which are a great security feature. Ecolighting can even provide highly specialised lighting solutions for everything from theatre lighting to medical applications including nurse call systems. They not only supply the lighting and electrical GHVLJQ DQG WKH QHFHVVDU\ ÀWWLQJV WKH\ VXSSO\ D UDQJH RI VZLWFKHV DQG electrical sockets, cabling and connection products and of course all the different bulbs and accessories. All their lighting designs are highly adaptable and function on the conventional 220V AC current or on solar and inverter systems. They even offer a supervision and/ or installation service with their team of engineers and technicians to ensure customers get the best value and performance for their investment. Ecolighting’s consultants Mr Muringani, Ms Mutenure can offer you the best advice from an aesthetic ‘look and feel’ design approach as well as from a technical perspective as they both have a background in electrical engineering. Between them they have a wealth of H[SHULHQFH LQ WKH FRPSOH[ ÀHOG RI SODQQLQJ GHVLJQLQJ DQG LQVWDOOLQJ WKH PRVW DWWUDFWLYH DQG HIÀFLHQW OLJKWLQJ V\VWHPV WDLORU PDGH WR HDFK customer’s unique requirements.

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To complement their lighting range Ecolighting supply a select range of RIÀFH DQG RXWGRRU IXUQLWXUH 7KH RIÀFH IXUQLWXUH LV PDQXIDFWXUHG E\ D QXPEHU RI GLIIHUHQW manufacturers but is exclusive to Ecolighting under their brand ‘Design for Desire’. The range includes the most sophisticated, simple and elegant contemporary designs for desks, work stations and ZRUN WDEOHV FDELQHWV DQG VWRUDJH VROXWLRQV DQG RIÀFH FKDLUV ² DOO manufactured with Ecolighting’s usual attention to detail and quality. They also supply chairs, sofas, coffee tables and incidental tables for client waiting areas, boardrooms and informal meeting areas. Just a small selection of the range is displayed within their showroom but again they have extensive catalogues for customers to browse through. :KLOH WKH FKDLUV DQG VRIDV DUH SULPDULO\ GHVLJQHG IRU RIÀFH VSDFHV WKH clean, minimalist designs and their fabric options make the furniture ideal for any modern décor scheme, whether for homes, apartments or hospitality settings.

Ecolighting are the agents for the South African based Regent Outdoor Furniture manufacturers. Regent produce a range of chairs, tables, loungers and benches for your garden or patio. The furniture is cast from rust free aluminium that’s lighter and more durable than conventional cast iron – and the manufacturing process is more ecofriendly too. So once you’ve created a beautiful lighting design for your outdoor space you can enjoy spending time outdoors dining with friends and family or just relaxing on Regent’s stunning outdoor range. To protect your precious assets – and save lives – Ecolighting supply and LQVWDOO WKH 7HFKQRVZLWFK ÀUH DODUP DQG JDV VXSSUHVVLRQV V\VWHPV IRU strong rooms, switch rooms, server rooms, pleasure boats, vehicles, and electrical cabinets. Ecolighting are the sole agents and distributors for 7HFKQRVZLWFK LQ =LPEDEZH 7HFKQRVZLWFK V\VWHPV FDQ EH ÀWWHG WR KRPHV restaurants, hotels, factories and warehouses, schools – or just about anywhere that safety is paramount.

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hen the current owners bought the house at the beginning of 2020 it was basically a fairly sound structure of brick under concrete tiles, in the style of a Tuscan villa with rough exterior plaster and a series of stepped parapet walls supporting the roof. The roof tiles were originally a reddish terracotta colour and the exterior had been painted in a fairly bright ochre yellow with brown window frames. The exterior of the house has now been repainted in a softer, creamier sandy colour with smart white trims, white window frames with white architraves and a slate grey roof. The overall effect is cooler, crisper and much more modern. The garden was lush and tropical but somewhat overgrown and in need of some attention – mostly clearing away unchecked growth and opening up the views of the space. The garden slopes down to what was once a small perennial stream running through the property to the vlei outside the boundary. As a result of changing weather patterns, and building development in the surrounding suburb, the stream has mostly dried up, but the new owners have plans to restore it, although SHUKDSV DV DQ LQWHUQDO ZDWHU IHDWXUH UDWKHU WKDQ D QDWXUDOO\ ÁRZLQJ waterway. The house had been built in the mid-90s and had previously belonged WR D IDUPHU DQG SURIHVVLRQDO KXQWHU 2ULJLQDOO\ LW ZDV D ÀYH EHGURRP house with only three bathrooms and the internal layout was in keeping with house designs of the period – a lot of small dark rooms set out in D SDWWHUQ WKDW ZDV VRPHZKDW DZNZDUG DQG GLGQ·W UHDOO\ ÁRZ ZHOO 7KH kitchen, lounge and dining room were all separate and the bedrooms felt a little isolated and set off apart from the main living space. The property also included a separate guest cottage and various other outbuildings – a secure storeroom, domestic quarters and a slightly dilapidated greenhouse. 32

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The guest cottage has been redesigned to become a well-appointed, self-contained two bedroomed, two bathroom apartment ZLWK LWV RZQ NLWFKHQ WZR ORXQJHV DQ RIÀFH area and a workshop space, as well as incorporating an enclosed parking garage for two vehicles. One of the lounges is currently used as a music room.

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residential profile The secure storeroom has been converted to an extra kitchen and storage space to cater for when the owners host functions and events. The domestic quarters have been extended DQG UHQRYDWHG WR QRZ LQFOXGH ÀYH EHGURRPV and kitchen and bathroom spaces bringing the property more up to date. The greenhouse has also been repaired and now provides year round fresh vegetables for the table – the owners are keen cooks and enjoy entertaining friends and family. The footprint of the main house is mostly unchanged, although a new verandah has been added overlooking the pool, (the old verandah has been incorporated in to the main structure) there’s a new entrance portico with a water feature and the laundry room has been updated at the back.

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2Q WKH JURXQG ÁRRU WKH PDLQ HQWUDQFH KDV EHHQ PRGHUQLVHG ZLWK D NRL pond and a Perspex portico sheltering the front door. Above the portico are slatted wooden panels which serve to soften the front façade. The front door leads to an entrance lobby with a guest bedroom and bathroom to the right and a guest sitting room to the left. (The guest EHGURRP LV FXUUHQWO\ XVHG DV DQ RIÀFH 7KH FHLOLQJ RI WKH VPDOOHU JXHVW sitting room has been removed exposing the ceiling trusses and adding a feeling of extra space enhanced by windows overlooking the new verandah and the pool. A space dedicated as a piano room separates the lobby from the rest of the downstairs area.

Directly in front is a rather grand dining room space with a table seating WHQ SHRSOH IRU HQWHUWDLQLQJ LQ HOHJDQW VW\OH 7KH GLQLQJ URRP ÁRZV LQWR the main lounge which was previously the old verandah. The original verandah has been incorporated in to the main structural space and now new aluminium doors which open up to an additional verandah and deck space. The new verandah is one of the few extensions to the original footprint of the house. The verandah is sheltered by another Perspex awning – similar to the one at the front door – with a retractable fabric ‘ceiling’. Because the verandah is west facing there are automated blinds to block the afternoon sun.

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STRUCTURE & DESIGN

residential profile

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LAUNDRY 14 13 12 11 10 9 8

SCALARY

BIC

GUEST BATHROOM

Tile Floor Finish

TV Board

Walk in Closet

GUEST BEDROOM 2 Laminate Floor Finish

MASTER BATHROOM Tile Floor Finish

KITCHEN

BIC 2

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MASTER BEDROOM Laminate Floor Finish

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WATER FOUNTAIN FEATURE

ENTERANCE / LOBBY

BALCONY

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KITCHEN ISLAND

GUEST BATHROOM Tile Floor Finish

DINNING ROOM

6 5

GUEST BEDROOM Laminate Floor Finish

MAIN ENTERANCE

Deck Floor Finish

Main House 1st Floor Plan

PIANO ROOM Tile Floor Finish

BIC 1

INDOOR VERANDA TV LOUNGE Laminate Floor Finish

GUEST BATHROOM 1 Tile Floor Finish

GUEST SITTING ROOM

BIC 1

Laminate Floor Finish

OUT DOOR VERANDA TV Board

GUEST BEDROOM 1 Laminate Floor Finish

Deck Floor Finish

Main House Ground Floor Plan

Outdoor Pavers

BIC

WORKSHOP STATION

BATHROOM Tile Floor Finish

MUSIC ROOM

BATHROOM Tile Floor Finish

OFFICE Tile Floor Finish

GARAGE

SWIMMING POOL

KITCHEN WITH BREAKFAST TABLE LOUNGE Tile Floor Finish

BEDROOM ENTERANCE

Cottage Floor Plan

An interesting curved feature wall, which partially screens off the main staircase and kitchen, has been clad in thin terracotta tiles that resemble exposed brick work. It adds texture and warmth to a large space which FRXOG RWKHUZLVH IHHO D OLWWOH FROG 7KH ÁRRUV RI WKH RSHQ SODQ VSDFH KDYH been clad with large tiles measuring 1.2 x 0.6 m which helps to unify the area. The exception is the guest lounge which has veneered timber ÁRRULQJ WR DGG ZDUPWK DQG D WRXFK RI OX[XU\ 7KH PDMRULW\ RI WKH IXUQLWXUH in the lounge and dining room is new, carefully selected to compliment the space, apart from beautiful old Persian carpets which the owners brought from their previous home.

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Upstairs is a third guest bedroom with its own en suite bathroom. The bathroom has been created by redesigning and enclosing what was originally a small balcony overlooking the domestic staff quarters. The balcony didn’t serve much purpose and the view was not particularly appealing.

Across a small shared foyer is the master EHGURRP ZKLFK KDV WLPEHU ÁRRUV DQG exposed roof trusses. The bedroom has windows on both sides so it’s very light and airy. The large windows on the west side open up to an upstairs balcony overlooking the pool and garden. Behind the bed a pony wall – clad in diagonal timber strips – demarcates a generous walk in closet. Beyond the dressing room is a luxurious, spa like bathroom with a tub and a huge glassed in shower cubicle. Large marble-look tiles of 800 x 800mm give the bathroom an elegant and sophisticated appeal. Throughout the house the old plumbing and electrics have been modernised and brought up to code so there are unlikely to be any repairs or maintenance in the near IXWXUH 7KHUH·V D SUROLÀF ERUHKROH WR VXSSO\ water for the house and a comprehensive solar set up for power. Hot water is supplied by solar pressure geysers and the whole house is run off a 20kVA Victron inverter with 6 lithium ion batteries and 24 solar panels. The interior structural design was a collaboration between Abed Khalatbari and Mirko Tucakov. Structure and Design has featured a number of their previous collaborations including Sandalwood Lodge (issue 25) and Café Nush at Village Walk (issue 12). Tucakov works as the consulting architect providing inspiration, advice and technical drawings while Khalatbari tends to have the overall vision and also functions as the project manager and interior designer. Khalatbari and Tucakov have once again proved that vision, collaboration and dedication can create beautiful, functional, modern spaces that don’t need to entail a huge budget.

ISSUE 37

Abed Khalatbari was born in the city of Isfahan in Iran and moved with his family to Zimbabwe at the DJH RI $IWHU ÀQLVKLQJ VFKRRO KH VWXGLHG &LYLO (QJLQHHULQJ DW WKH 8QLYHUVLW\ RI &DSH Town from 2005 to 2010. While successfully completing a home renovation project in Cape Town he discovered his true passion – construction, and creating and designing interior spaces. As a result he continued his studies completing courses in Construction Management and Property Development and Investment at the faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment. Khalatbari’s vision is to renovate and modernise older unusual and interesting properties around Zimbabwe, in both the residential and commercial sectors, bringing them up to date and infusing them with new style and sophistication. In order to achieve this, he is building a highly skilled and creative team to help realise his ideas. He has successfully completed design and renovation projects at the various Café Nush outlets at Avondale, Village walk and at Café Nush Organiks. He also headed up the renovations and extensions at Sandalwood Lodge as well as Avecina Clinic and DigiPost in Borrowdale. The Tuscan Villa renovation is his latest project. To get in touch with Khalatbari for comprehensive design and project management consultations Email: H N N Q M ?;;?H N or Call or WhatsApp: 0774 876 293

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SUBURBAN EVOLUTION

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STRUCTURE & DESIGN

POWDER COATED ALUMINIUM WINDOW FRAME TO BE SELECTED BY OWNER

6mm GLASS TO BE TINTED, COLOUR TO BE SELECTED BY OWNER

EXTERIOR

Level 1 3000

W07

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S _

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3 9

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REAR ELEVATION 1 : 100

BRICK EDGE DETAIL 1 : 20

230

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690

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528

3200

760

3200

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600

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D12

4240 F

GROUND FLOOR REF. D03, D04 FRAME ALUMINIUM GLASS SLIDING DOOR SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES

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GROUND FLOOR REF. W04 FRAME ALUMINIUM SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES CLEAR GLASS CASEMENT WINDOW

GROUND FLOOR REF. W05, W06 FRAME ALUMINIUM SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES CLEAR GLASS CASEMENT WINDOW

GROUND FLOOR REF. W07 FRAME ALUMINIUM SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES CLEAR GLASS CASEMENT WINDOW

GROUND FLOOR REF. W08 FRAME ALUMINIUM SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES CLEAR GLASS CASEMENT WINDOW

GROUND FLOOR REF. W09, W10, W11, W12 FRAME ALUMINIUM SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES CLEAR GLASS AWNING WINDOW

GROUND FLOOR REF. W13 FRAME ALUMINIUM SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES CLEAR GLASS CASEMENT WINDOW

LOCATION

OFFICE 2

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2100

2700

GROUND FLOOR REF. D01 FRAME ALUMINIUM GLASS DOUBLE DOOR SECURITY STANDARD SGD LOCK & HANDLES NOTES

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1200

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900

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1200

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2100

230

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1600

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6730 8328

PAINTED 13mm IRON FLOAT PLASTER

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115

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300

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1800

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3229

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2930

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230

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352-(&7 '(7$,/6

W05

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Level 1 3000

5700

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D01

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5170

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230

3900

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230

1000

5650

2160

230

1000

4560

6400

6860

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230 1000 230

230

20277

FASCIA Fascia to be 230x38mm S.W

1 : 100

355 230

W04

ROOF PLAN

1257+

1166

230

230 D03

SHARED WORKSPACE

CEILING 12mm plasterboard ceiling nailed to 38x38mm timber battens fixed to underside of the beams trusses -100mm wood crown moulding cornice. -3 coats external pva ceiling paint.

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8060

D02

230

BRICKWORK Above DPC, brickforce every four courses. Prestressed lintols over door and window openings. External brickwork woodfloat sand/cement render to take two coats external PVA paint.Kitchen and bathroom areas to have wall tile to door head + render and set + pva. All other rooms render and set to take two coats external quality pva. Bed reinforcement in two courses below window sills projecting 600mm on each side of opening.

SIDE ELEVATION

1100

TILES 19 m²

230

IL 450mm

100mm dia s.g.e.w pipe laid to fall 1:60 minimum

VERANDAH

1215

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gully

8273

4880

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1166

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115 345230

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690

7140

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SLAB 100mm concrete floor slab in 1:3:6 mixture on minimum 150mm rammed fill after removal of all loose turf-antproof treatment underside fill and to 1500 beyond curtillage of roof. Slab level to be minimum 230mm above natural ground level. Damp proof membrane to be lapped over damp proof course.

9438

690 230345 115

600

345

115 3047

3047

2357

FOUNDATION 690x230 concrete strip footing to take 230mm brickwork. 575 x 230mm under 115mm internal partitions. Depth to be determined by site conditions- min 700mm. Brickwork under DPC to have brickforce every 2 courses.

W08

8520

230

1215

- BUILDER TO IDENTIFY ALL SERVICES BEFORE COMMENCEMENT OF WORK. - BUILDER TO INDENTIFY ALL CORNER STAR PEGS ON SITE AND CONSIDER IDENTIFICATION SURVEY BEFORE CONSTRUCTION COMMENCES. - ALL SITEWORKS ARE TO BE CARRIED OUT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERS. - NO HYDRAULIC SERVICES SHALL RUN UNDER OR UNDERMINE THE FOOTINGS WITHOUT THE PRIOR CONSENT OF THE SUPERVISING ENGINEER. - DRAINS TAKEN UNDER THE FLOOR SLAB TO BE CAST IRON OR HIGH DENSITY uPVC PIPES AND ARE TO BE ENCASED IN CONCRETE. - ALL UNDERGROUND SERVICES SHALL BE EXCAVATED WITH THE TRENCH CUT TO SHED WATER AWAY FROM BUILDING. - FIELD GULLYS WHERE REQUIRED, TO BE LOCATED BY BUILDER UNLESS NOTED ON DRAWINGS. - BUILDER TO CONFIRM SETOUT DIMENSIONS PRIOR TO SLAB BEING POURED. - BUILDER TO VERIFY ALL DIMENSIONS AND LEVELS PRIOR TO ANNOUNCEMENT OF EARTHWORKS. - REINFORCED CONCRETE SLAB MIN. 230mm ABOVE FINISHED NATURAL GROUND LEVEL TO ENGINEER'S DESIGN. - REINFORCED CONCRETE FOOTINGS AND RETAINING WALLS TO ENGINEER'S DESIGN. - ALL MEASUREMENTS IN MILLIMETRES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED - STRUCTURAL WORK TO BE DONE AND SUPERVISED BY A STRUCTURAL ENGINEER - AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE THE BUILDER IS SUPPOSED TO COMPLY WITH THE LOCAL BUILDING INSPECTOR'S DIRECTIVES AS SET OUT IN THE M.B.B.L. OR UNDER LOCAL AUTHORITY'S BYLAWS. - THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY AND OBTAIN THE APPROVAL OF THE PLANNING DEPARTMENT AND / OR THE FIRE PREVENTION OFFICER FOR ANY WORKS UNDER THEIR RESPECTIVE JURISDICTION REQUIRING INSPECTIONS PRIOR TO COVERING UP OR PROCEEDING WITH SUBSEQUENT WORK - THIS DRAWING IS TO BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD IN CONJUNCTION WITH STRUCTURAL, MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND/ OR ANY OTHER CONSULTANT / s DOCUMENTATION AS MAY BE APPLICABLE TO THE PROJECT PRIOR TO START OF WORKS ITS DURATION.

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Westmoreland commissioned local real estate company, Fine and Country Zimbabwe, as project managers to co-ordinate the diverse contributors to the project.

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(P4D), for details of the interior design and décor scheme. Fine and Country, together with P4D, created the overall look and feel of the place from the colour palette to the bathroom and kitchen design. P4D commented, “The interiors on this project were well thought out and made use RI D UDQJH RI GLIIHUHQW VSHFLÀHG PDWHULDOV ZLWK WKH RQXV RI instilling a sense of balanced contemporary modernity. The spaces evoke a sense of warmth through the use of natural PDWHULDOV VXFK DV ZRRG DQG VWRQH DQG UHÁHFW WKH LGHD RI a poised and modern environment enshrined with both a sense of coziness and comfort.” Initially the house and garden were nothing special – somewhat dated and lacking in charm or pizazz, and the various structures were not particularly coherent. Fadzai Mangoma, from Nyambuya and Associates, was WDVNHG WR UHGHVLJQ DQG UHFRQÀJXUH WKH YDULRXV VWUXFWXUHV to accommodate the client’s needs. His superlative architectural design is contemporary, stylish and above all

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extremely functional, addressing and even surpassing the client’s brief. Mangoma’s design proposal was drawn up very quickly – in about a week – and with very few amendments was approved by the client. Although RQO\ DURXQG D WKLUG RI WKH RULJLQDO VWUXFWXUH ZDV UHWDLQHG IRU WKH RIÀFH DQG accommodation spaces, Mangoma has succeeded in preserving some of the character and spirit of the old house. The original home has been reimagined by Mangoma to now include the PDLQ UHFHSWLRQ DUHD WKH WZR &(2·V RIÀFHV D ERDUGURRP VHYHUDO RWKHU DGPLQ RIÀFHV DQG D VPDOO NLWFKHQHWWH IRU VWDII OXQFKHV DQG WR FDWHU IRU FRUSRUDWH functions. In addition, there’s a partially enclosed open-air courtyard behind WKH UHFHSWLRQ DUHD ZKLFK ZRUNV DV D OLJKWZHOO DOORZLQJ QDWXUDO OLJKW WR ÀOWHU LQWR WKH RIÀFHV DQG FDQ DOVR EH XVHG IRU RXWGRRU IXQFWLRQV DQG HYHQWV Access to the reception from the parking area is framed by an imposing concrete beam and asymmetrical pillar façade, softened by incorporated planters on one side. There’s an entrance portico with a porcelain tiled

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Office No 9 Highfiled Junction Complex Southerton, Harare, Zimbabwe

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STRUCTURE & DESIGN

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The old cottage has been transformed in to a three-bedroomed accommodation option, with luxurious spa-like bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms. Mangoma has designed sliding solid wood barn-like doors between the bedrooms and bathrooms, which are a good space-saving option. The exposed rails on the doors add a touch of a minimalist industrial chic. The bathrooms were designed by P4D to be simple and modern, with glassed in-shower cubicles and large shower rosettes, a freestanding tub, surface mounted basin and metro-style wall tiles. The bedrooms are also uncluttered, elegant and spacious – the neutral colours and minimalist décor create a soothing and restful environment. There’s an open plan kitchen, dining and lounge area overlooking the existing pool and the entertainment gazebo. The kitchen contains up-to-date appliances, including both gas and induction hobs, and a washer and drier. The open plan space includes a small dining area and a lounge area decorated with Italian leather furniture. Most of the furniture – including the soft furnishings, curtains and blinds – was selected by Mangoma, with some input from the client regarding personal preferences. The result is elegant, sophisticated and comfortable homey spaces.

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commercial profile The main access to the residential section is through a centre pivot solid meranti door into a small foyer. The foyer also has access to the double-garage as well as the hi-tech solar and inverter system, which allows the whole property to run ‘off grid’. The existing thatched gazebo by the pool has been updated by Mangoma with the addition of bi-fold doors to open up the space and a new bar counter with shelves behind. Bar stools, lounge furniture and outdoor furniture create a relaxed entertainment space. Originally, there was a pool table in the gazebo and Mangoma has re-used the pool table lights, augmented with similar lights over the bar, to create a relaxed, fun ambiance. As the business is very much based on client relationships, the pool gazebo is ideal for entertaining and winning over clients. There are two additional rooms next to the pool, which are currently used as storerooms but could be converted to additional bedrooms in the future. There’s also accommodation for a live-in groundsman/caretaker.

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A CONTEMPORARY GARDEN DESIGN BY ORANGE TURF PRIVATE LIMITED FOR TRENDS RENOVATION PROJECT

he project began on the 2nd of June 2020 when Mr T. Mujuru, (Chairman of Trends Industrial) contacted us with an enquiry about landscaping the garden at 2 Duthie Road in Belgravia. He had been referred to us by his sister-in-law, Mrs Furusa, who had seen our previous projects in Harare. After the call a site meeting was set up for the following day when Mr Mujuru granted us the tender to design DQG ODQGVFDSH WKH 7UHQGV ,QGXVWULDO %HOJUDYLD 2IÀFHV %HFDXVH FRQVWUXFWLRQ ZDV LQ SURJUHVV WKH VLWH ZDV LQ GLVDUUD\ 2XU ÀUVW task was to create 3D drawings of the existing site which took us nearly a week to complete. Following this we produced the 3D design and the bill of quantities both of which were approved by the client. The client, Mr Mujuru, contributed immensely to the success of the project by running around Harare to purchase all the materials that were needed to execute the job. Along with the help of his drivers and the Accounts Department everything was supplied without any friction. The support we received was a stepping stone for Orange Turf’s successful project as most clients do not quite comprehend the costs and requirements that go into transforming a garden. 52

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When all the necessary items were brought to the site we began the land preparation. We had a team of fourteen with two garden supervisors to ensure that all measuring and scaling was up to standard. Orange Turf prides itself on having well-trained staff who have acquired hands on skills and knowledge about gardening over the years. The job commenced in June and was completed within eight weeks. As a result of the lockdown and curfew the daily working hours were restricted but our team managed to complete the task within the desired time frame.

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Belgravia is an older suburb with big trees and thick vegetation so our garden plan was designed in such a way that complimented the pre-existing vegetation. We added shorter plants in order to create a favourable visual around the area. Had we rooted taller plants with the over grown trees there as well the premises would have looked overcrowded. We then split the garden into sections with each area telling a story. For example, on either side of the entrance area we created perennial mixed borders, including some lavender to create a welcoming scent. This also allows those driving in to feel a sense of comfort as they are welcomed by a variety of familiar plants. For the car park area (west side) we included tropical plants in order to create a lush atmosphere, including palm trees, seaforthias, bamboos, arum lilies and luxuriant groundcovers to address any bare soil. We had to create something like this because as you drive in to your left there is a creeper covering the wall and to blend with that rich dark green colour we had to think tropical.

STRUCTURE & DESIGN

We then decided to include a new water feature at the far eastern side of the garden to merge with the thick trees and old palm trees that were already there in the garden. This was done to add interest to the look of the garden. Initially, the water feature was not part of the garden plan however it was later added to the design to beautify the garden. This happens often in landscaping one idea begets another. After a week or so the water feature was complete and we waited for cladding from South Africa to arrive to enhance our design.

We had to bring in three more cycads to blend with the one that was there from the old garden by the front. This section became a story on LWV RZQ ZLWK WKH YHUWLFDO DUWLÀFLDO FUHHSHUV RQ WKH PHWDO ZDOOV WKH LY\ DW the bottom and the Duranta ‘Goldmine’ shrubs along the pathway. We OLNHG WKH LGHD IURP WKH DUFKLWHFW RI XVLQJ DUWLÀFLDO SODQWV DIWHU ZH KDG WXUQHG GRZQ WKH XVH RI OLYH PDWHULDO RQ UXVW\ PHWDO 7KH DUWLÀFLDO SODQWV blended well with the lawns, the ‘Goldmine’ and the cycads, which was excellent. To come up with a good garden, it is not work solely for an individual, but requires great teamwork to accomplish it.

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During this project we were faced with the challenge of sourcing plants from local suppliers. Our client then had to source the plants from South Africa which were then planted at a later stage because of the logistics during the pandemic. These plants were the icing on the cake as they knitted the building into the garden. To help with the maintenance of the garden we installed an easy to use irrigation system throughout the entire premises to help with easy hydration for both the lawns and the plants. Unlike most yards where gardeners use hosepipes at certain intervals during the day, the garden can now be irrigated at night during the hot season to encourage moisture retention and to curb daylight evaporation. As landscapers we often encourage gardens to be irrigated in the cool of the evening as it is extremely helpful to the plants. 7KH JDUGHQ ÁRZHU ERUGHUV DUH ÀOOHG ZLWK DUWIXO XQGXODWLQJ FXUYHV against the fence bounded by the ‘Goldmine’ plants. This displays a unique and stimulating plant arrangement starting from ground covers to shrubs and to bushes in a gradually ascending design, all starting IURP WKH ZHOO PDQLFXUHG ODZQ ,Q WKH EHGV \RX ZLOO ÀQG VXFFXOHQWV PRQGR JUDVV VDOYLDV FOLYLDV FDUUH[ JUDVV ÁD[HV DJDSDQWKXV DQG WKH PRWKHU LQ ODZ·V WRQJXH 7KH PDJQLÀFHQW FRQFUHWH ÁRZHU SRWV WKDW ZHUH added to the driveway brought a splendid hardscape look and matched the exotic pavers. Meanwhile, the garden is in its attractive and enthralling growing stage with an abundance of low maintenance perennial plants. The FKDUDFWHU DUWIXO DUUDQJHPHQW DQG FRQWUDVW RI VHFWLRQV ZLWK GHÀQHG breaks and pauses to ease the view; and the meandering lawn space around the building offers the community, occupants, visitors and gardeners adequate area to enjoy the views all year round hence providing a tranquil atmosphere. A couple of months down the line after completing this project, the current state has become a living testimony to this credence.

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DND &RQFUHWH FRPPLVVLRQHG WKHLU ÀUVW PDQXIDFWXULQJ SODQW LQ 2012, conveniently situated at 1284 Delport Road, Sunway City Industrial Park, in the eastern part of Harare. Their second branch was opened in 2014 at Number 8321 Zambezi Industrial Park, in Gweru in order to serve the central region of the country. In the relatively short time that they’ve been operational they’ve rapidly grown to become one of the biggest manufacturers of concrete bricks and pavers in the country. The Harare branch has the capacity to manufacture 120,000 bricks in a single 9-hour shift, while the slightly smaller Gweru branch can produce around 20,000 bricks in a single shift. The Chairman of Vaka Concrete is Joseph Mutizwa with Daud Taranhike serving as Deputy Chairman and Nyasha Zhou as Non-Executive Director. Operations Manager Marshall Gwandira, Energy Mapanda as Production Manager and Accountant Arnold Mayara oversee the day-to-day running of the business. Although the sophisticated, automated system is less labour intensive than traditional brick making methods during peak production periods the Harare branch creates employment for around 50 locals while the Gweru branch employs around 20 people. Staff receive on the job skills training and Vaka has an excellent record for staff Health and Safety. One of the reasons for their huge manufacturing capacity is that they made a substantial capital investment in the most up to date technology and plant equipment from South African based company Birkenmayer, as well as Eirich industrial mixers. Both of these brands are recognised around the world as the leading suppliers of superior brick making equipment – built to last with German precision. 68

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The sophisticated industrial machinery ensures that each and every brick, block or paver is manufactured to the highest standards and that each product in the range is identical in terms of strength, size and colour. There is virtually no variation in their products from different batches. This has earned Vaka Concrete accreditation from the Standards Association of Zimbabwe – ensuring you can trust that their products are always of the best quality.

Presently Vaka Concrete manufactures a range of concrete bricks in a variety of colours including the natural grey, a reddish terracotta colour similar to traditional clay bricks and a yellowish amber colour. The terracotta and amber bricks can be used as facebricks and left unplastered or unpainted. The bricks have a solid colour throughout so they can be cut and chipped without showing colour variations – and the colour is completely fade resistant. They also manufacture pavers in a variety of colours and strengths. Their 60mm pavers are ideal for domestic use – driveways, patios and pool surrounds, while their 80mm SDYHUV DUH VXLWDEOH IRU DUHDV ZLWK KHDYLHU WUDIÀF ² OLNH WUDIÀF URXQGDERXWV RU IRU WUXFNV ZHLJKLQJ XS WR WRQQHV 9DND &RQFUHWH DIÀUP WKDW QR RUGHU is too big or too small – from large construction projects for property developers to small orders for individual DIY enthusiasts. While they do carry a substantial amount of stock bigger orders can be accommodated within a 14 to 21 day period – allowing for the bricks and pavers to cure to full strength. Unlike clay bricks concrete bricks get stronger over time as the cement sets and hardens. So concrete bricks and pavers really are a worthwhile, lifetime investment. Vaka Concrete can cater for all their customers’ needs. Where customers don’t have their own delivery vehicles Vaka can recommend reliable transport operators, and they also have a list of tried and trusted subcontractors for paving or construction. They also have a handy app on their website to help customers calculate the quantities needed for paving and they can assist with calculating the number of bricks needed IRU D VSHFLÀHG SURMHFW Currently Vaka Concrete manufactures a range of solid concrete bricks and pavers in a variety of colours, as well as hollow blocks. Future plans include expanding to manufacture concrete roof tiles, curb stones, culverts, manhole covers, pre-cast lintels and ZESA poles. In fact Vaka Concrete is set to become the one-stop supplier for all concrete pre-made products used in the construction industry – from home DIY projects to massive civil contracts. ISSUE 37

industrial profile The raw materials for Vaka Concrete’s manufacturing process are all sourced locally, helping to support local industries and reduce the need for foreign currency expenditure. Their proximity to raw materials ensure that they produce quality products at affordable prices. The production process uses fairly large amounts of water which is sourced from a SUROLÀF RQ VLWH ERUHKROH %HFDXVH WKH FRQFUHWH products are naturally cured there’s no need for bricks or pavers to be dried in kilns which are ZRRG RU FRDO ÀUHG VR FRQFUHWH EULFNV DUH DOVR D more environmentally friendly option.

Some of their previous contracts include supplying products for individuals, corporates, real estate developers, government civil projects, schools, the fuel sector, and banks. They supplied around 5 million bricks for the Fairview Properties development in Ruwa as well as bricks for the Lafarge housing project, the Mimosa Mine housing project, NBS in Bindura, pavers for Village Walk in Borrowdale and pavers for OK Supermarkets in Glenview and Kwekwe – to name just a few.

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The Covid 19 second wave has brought in the South African variant with 61 percent of Zimbabwe cases now being this variant, which spreads faster and has a higher death rate than the original variant which has largely receded. Lockdown regulations are to be tightly enforced to minimise the higher risk. As the highest risk groups are vaccinated, the programme moves to stage two of phase one, targeting those with serious medical conditions and the over 60s, China’s batch of Sinopharm doses will be augmented by a far larger shipment also from China next March 2021. The immunisation programme is targeting 10 million people in three phases which represents 60% of the population, to complete the phase. Funds to roll-out the project will be sourced through Government budgets, public-private partnerships and donations.

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Zimbabwe “has also submitted its expression of interest” to be part of an initiative by the African Union to bulk buy vaccines for the continent. The Zimbabwe Government says it has budgeted $100 million for vaccines and local businesses have also been asked to donate to the effort. Vaccination campaigns are just beginning to be launched across Africa, with jabs being given in just a handful of the continent’s 54 countries. Africa has a total population of 1.3 billion people and PRUH WKDQ PLOOLRQ FRQÀUPHG FDVHV RI &29,' DOWKRXJK WKDW·V believed to be an undercount. 6RXWK $IULFD ZKLFK KDV DSSUR[LPDWHO\ RI DOO FRQÀUPHG LQIHFWLRQV LQ Africa, began its vaccination campaign Wednesday using the Johnson & Johnson vaccine. Across Africa, a massive campaign is required to vaccinate an estimated 680 million people to achieve population immunity, according to the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Experts expect vaccines to start arriving on the continent in higher quantities later this year and next year. Zimbabwe, like many other African countries, initially recorded low numbers RI &29,' LQ WKH ÀUVW PRQWKV RI WKH SDQGHPLF EXW UHFHQWO\ H[SHULHQFHG a spike in cases. There are fears that a new, more infectious variant of the virus came to the country when scores of thousands of Zimbabweans living in neighbouring South Africa returned home for the holiday season. Zimbabwe has reported 35,423 COVID-19 cases, including 1,418 deaths, DV RI )HEUXDU\ D VLJQLÀFDQW LQFUHDVH IURP MXVW RYHU FDVHV and 277 deaths at the beginning of December. The country’s once-robust public health system has deteriorated along with the economy over the past two decades. After being vaccinated, VP Chiwenga said new infections are beginning to drop “sharply.” “The marked decline in new cases is vividly heralding the end of the second wave of the pandemic,” he said.

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TOWARDS THE REGULATION OF THE ZIMBABWE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR

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PROPOSAL FOR SMALL HOLDER FARMERS COMMUNITY BASED IRRIGATION SCHEMES INTRODUCTION

Goals and Objectives

Food insecurity and hunger have been threating the lives of many communities in Zimbabwe. This has led to increased criminal activities, increased rate of communicable diseases and poverty. These challenges can be addressed by setting up small, manageable community projects that can guarantee continued income generating mechanisms that can aid to alleviate poverty and hunger. The greatest advantage in the implementation of such project is that Zimbabwe economy is Agrarian in nature.

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The purpose of such an initiative is to stimulate the following: 1. Employment creation and empowering of locals 2. Contain food insecurity levels and eradicate hunger in society 3. Improved healthy diet 4. Contribution to Gross Domestic Product of the nation 5. Reduced crime rate 6. Reduced rate of communicable diseases Project Description Community Based Irrigation schemes are structures meant to proof the food coffers for the vulnerable. These provide locals with a task of growing agriculture produce for consumption and selling so as to alleviate hunger and poverty. They consist of tracts of land, water storage tanks and irrigation system. The irrigation systems convey water to plants so that they reach maturity. Once the produce has been harvested it can EH VROG DQG LQFRPH EH VKDUHG DPRQJVW SDUWLFLSDQWV WKHUH E\ ÀQDQFLDOO\ FDSDFLWDWLQJ WKHP WR FRYHU FRVW RI OLYLQJ %HORZ LV D ÀJXUH VKRZLQJ DQ example of a typical setup that can be made:

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