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8 FROM THE EDITOR It is time for a new season, and a new outlook on our relationship with nature, says Editor in chief Piet Smedy

11 INSIDER In Cape Point, olfactor y alchemists Florian Baumann and David Plenderleith, founders of Très Na gual, fora ge local fauna in the making of their small batch fra grances and products

18 ARCHITECTURE Sustainability comes to the fore at Louis Vuitton 20 BOOKS From the wonderfully surreal Lotusland garden in California to sustainable cabins in far flung places, let this month’s edit

of the latest coffee table books transport you

25 COLLECTION Memor y and materiality meet in the new outdoor capsule collection by TheUrbanative

29 H&G VISITS Taking care to incorporate the colours and textures of its coastal locale, The Private House Company founder and decorator Yvonne O’Brien creates a peaceful escape in Plett

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35 GARDEN DAY The annual celebration of our outdoor spaces is back, and this year it champions the

urban gardeners reclaiming city spaces in the name of nature, from Khulisa Streetscapes in Cape Town to Victoria Yards in Joburg

41 KNOW HOW It comes as little surprise that spring is landscape designer Franchesca Watson’s most exciting time of year The start of the growing season is an opportunity to hit refresh and tr y new things in your outdoor spaces

42 BOTANY At Flourish Urban Flower Farm, owners Susie Harris Leblond and Tarr yn Martin have turned their passion for plants into a budding business providing an endless source of inspiration and education to expert and first time gardeners alike

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50 CANDY CRUSH

Fuschia to flamingo, salmon to sherbet and peony to pale da gwood the Fyfe Boyce designed Pink Palace in Umhlanga Rocks is an ode to ever y shade of pink

60 NORTHERN LIGHTS

For this dreamy countr yside abode at the base of Vancouver ’ s North Shore Mountains, interior designer Kelly Deck brings to life the well travelled homeowners’ concept of an elegant ‘ new old home’

6 8 LIGHT & EYRIE

Rising out of a former Table Mountain quarr y, architect Malcolm Kent has created a home that floats above its Hig govale setting

78 MODERN FAMILY

Str uctured lines, varied textures, attention to detail and a mix of modern and vinta ge pieces characterise this shingle style home in a pretty Hamptons villa ge, where its owners can entertain and escape

86 FEEL THE LOVE

Author and design blog ger Justina Blakeney’s Spanish style family home in Southern California is a slice of paradise that ticks all the boxes: an internal courtyard, a pool with a view and mature fr uit trees

94 BLURRED VISION

This family home in Stellenbosch marries muted and warm materials with crisp str uctural detailing, offering its owners a sense of continuity, warmth and calm that echoes the garden landscape

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among the fynbos of Cape Point in an unassuming corrugated iron structure is Très Nagual, a holistic perfumer y focused on natural ingredients, small batches and working in harmony with nature Ever ything at the company, from distilling essential oils to tying the packaging strings, is done by Florian Baumann and David Plenderleith, a couple who are as enchanting as the perfumes and soaps they create together

Born in Morocco, Florian uses his extensive travels and studies in both cooking and systems biology as inspiration for his perfumer y. Florian spends his days exploring the garden ‘with my ear to the earth’, experimenting with the natural ingredients at hand, and refining products, some of which can take a year to be declared good enough to sell David heads logistics and design, priding Très Nagual, which loosely translates to “ ver y unseen ” , as highly functional but ver y aesthetic. The packaging is pared back and functional, and they aim to collaborate with a local glass blower in the future to be more in keeping with their hand to har vest creation philosophy He heads the shop, which welcomes customers who simply want to pop in for a beautiful bar of soap and those who seek more of an experience, tapping into the duo’s vast knowledge of and deep love for all things olfactor y. Their record for the longest time a customer has spent in their store was 11 hours ‘She stayed for dinner,’ smiles David.

Their creation process is a mixture of experimentation, intuitive feeling and using what is naturally in abundance. ‘Beauty is our guide,’ says Florian While soaps and perfumes are their signature items, the team are inspired by their customers too, whipping up a shaving soap bar after overhearing a shopper’s wistful

TOP DOWN TRÈS NAGUAL FOUNDERS FLORIAN BAUMANN AND DAVID PLENDERLEITH ARCHITECTING A SCENT; IN THE APOTHECARY, PAPER BAGS AND BOTTLES CONTAIN SCENT MAKING INGREDIENTS

OPPOSITE PAGE HOME BASE FOR FLORIAN AND DAVID IN CAPE POINT

PREVIOUS PAGE FLORIAN, ONE HALF OF ARTISAN PERFUMERY TRÈS NAGUAL

comment, or scooping the slivers left behind from their soap cutting process into a bag to be used as washing powder. The team do not worr y about what is on trend or focus on quick and easy sellers but rather trust that because they are working with the flow of the earth, a natural order will follow ‘Ever ything sells; some just have a different timeline,’ says Florian.

The scent of the shop is distinctly South African, with notes of fynbos honey, rainwater and wild dagga wafting throughout These mixed with more exotic aromas such as frankincense, cedar wood or Egyptian neroli result in scents that smell as well travelled as their creators

Très Nagual’s products combine practicality and romance, such as their Covid inspired spray, which both sanitises and encourages the user to ‘let go of what no longer ser ves ’ . Whether you are here for the functionality, the ethereal extras, or both, Très Nagual plays on the undeniable link between the sense of smell and our emotions and memor y Most of its wares are limited edition to mirror the impermanence of nature and change according to the seasons The physical shop closes for winter, and products such as their rose soap bar, with its warming scent and colour, are launched via their other stockists and online store

While it is in vogue for brands to carr y a small batch feel and emphasise sustainability, Florian and David really embody this ethos. Their simple home is a few steps away from the shop and nothing superfluous; because why would you need a fridge if you are living in keeping with the earth’s natural cycles?

Through their work, Très Nagual hopes to encourage users to create a ceremony out of ever yday moments ‘We desire to showcase a beauty that can touch and heal,’ says David. ‘ And to show that aromatherapy can be contemporar y and fun ’

PREVIOUS PAGE THE APOTHECARY AND SHOP IS OPEN TO VISITORS LOOKING TO FULLY DISCOVER TRÈS NAGUAL’S OFFERING

TOP DOWN, FROM LEFT FLORIAN, CAPE FYNBOS GROWERS ASSOCIATION FOUNDER CAMILLA COLLEY, AND DAVID; A STOCK BOX READY FOR DISPATCH; CAMILLA LOADS THE POT STILL WITH HAND HARVESTED BOTANICALS

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In France, L ouis Vuitton’s new Oratoire atelier signals sustainable ambitions for the storied luxury brand

sustainability in fashion does not only mean sourcing green materials or embracing circularity Factories and workshops can and should be eco friendly too This is why Louis Vuitton is reconceiving the design of its leather ateliers with environmental impact in mind The first in this initiative is Oratoire, a 6 039 square metre single stor y bioclimatic building in the Loir et Cher region of central France.

Named for its neighbouring woodlands, Oratoire is a model of eco design: recycled metal for the structure; recycled cement for the flooring; Forest Stewardship Council certified wood for the walls (to absorb machine noise); solar panels on the roof, which generate enough energy to power the building; and a new ventilation system of mini windows, with temperature activated louvres that allow wind to circulate through the space without blowing papers off desks The wind’s temperature is cooled by a network of rain fed ponds and reser voirs that also nurture local biodiversity.

TOP DOWN ORATOIRE, LOUIS VUITTON’S LATEST ATELIER, MARKS THE FIRST IN A SERIES OF SUSTAINABLE NEW WORKSHOPS; THE NEW ‘LV TRAINER’ IS MADE FROM 90 PER CENT RECYCLED AND BIO SOURCED MATERIALS; THE ‘VIVIENNE EXOTIC’ FIGURINE

‘MODUL AR and agile, the ATELIER Oratoire is the IMAGE of our new GENERATION of workshops’

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As in villas of ancient Rome, the subflooring has pipes that circulate water to heat the building in the winter and cool it in the summer A bank of 61 metre tall windows faces north, bathing the workshop with diffused natural light; the southern (and therefore warmer) facade has fewer and smaller windows, and is shaded by trees The goal of the company ’ s in house architecture team was to maintain a comfortable temperature throughout the building not easy, since sewing machines generate heat by using natural cooling methods rather than air conditioning, which is environmentally problematic on a host of levels, including energy consumption and fluorocarbon emissions As a result, Oratoire’s energy usage is half that of existing Louis Vuitton ateliers. ‘Modular and agile, the atelier Oratoire is the image of our new generation of workshops,’ Louis Vuitton chairman and CEO Michael Burke said at the ribbon cutting.

It is also a cornerstone for Our Committed Journey, Louis Vuitton’s program to improve its environmental performance and reduce its carbon footprint by embracing circular creativity on ever y front In the 168 years since it was founded, Louis Vuitton has produced leather goods that last for generations. Now the company is applying that same ethos to ever ything from fashion shows to boutique design At the Met Gala in New York City in May, Louis Vuitton dressed several guests in vintage archival pieces, thereby encouraging re wear (an easy circular practice) on the red carpet For years, the company has incorporated certified eco practices, such as renewable energy and LED lighting, in its store designs By 2025, Louis Vuitton has pledged to reuse or recycle all event and store window materials and rely solely on renewable energy in its production and logistics sites

Following Oratoire’s lead, two more Louis Vuitton bioclimatic workshops are due to open in France this year one of them in the Drôme, a southern region known for toasty summers, where the design team must harness and tame the fierce mistral wind. Should Oratoire’s natural air cooling systems prove themselves to be efficient, Louis Vuitton will recreate them here and in the brand’s future workshops. Louis Vuitton louisvuitton.com

TOP DOWN OVERHANGS AND SLIM WINDOWS LIMIT THE SUN’S IMPACT ON THE BUILDING’S TEMPERATURE; DIFFUSED NATURAL LIGHTING FLOODS THE WORKSHOP THANKS TO NORTH FACING WINDOW WALLS

Foundations: Houses by JLF Architects ( Rizzoli)

‘The most sustainable thing we can do is design a house that will still be here in a hundred years, a place where people can gather for generations to come. Nature is perfect So, when we design a house, looking to regionality, craft and belonging are key to our approach so that the dwelling will not be a scar on the landscape, but instead will act as something that honours it ’ With this mission statement, JLF Architects the visionar y US firm founded in 1979 by design principal Paul Bertelli and architect Jonathan Foote outlines its belief that architecture should, primarily, be rooted in its particular place, responding meaningfully to the natural or built environment, and Foundations is its debut monograph

Using local materials and partnering with regional craftspeople, JLF Architects seek to create buildings that are tactile, modern, environmentally responsible, authentic, artful and considered Forty years on, the firm has grown as have the range and complexity of its projects and considers the desire to build in partnership with the land an approach that remains valid and increasingly resonant Whether in the mountains or foothills, from the forest to the water’s edge and coast to coast, the homes on these pages are an invitation to imagine how we should live as one with Nature

Lotusland ( Rizzoli)

Contributor Marc Appleton perhaps best sums up this book in his introduction ‘To

experience Lotusland is to appreciate the idiosyncratic character of its creator The publication of this long awaited book is finally an opportunity to share this unique garden with a wider audience.’ Called Eden by many, listed as one of the 100 gardens to see in one ’ s lifetime and among the ten greatest botanical gardens in the world, Lotusland is magic mixed with paradise in the hills of Montecito, California Madame Ganna Walska, a well known Polish opera singer and socialite, purchased the estate in 1941 and spent forty three years creating an other worldly 37 acre oasis filled with an unparalleled collection of exotic flora. Beautifully photographed by Lisa Romerein, Lotusland offers a thoughtful examination of Madame Ganna’s penchant for

the dramatic, unexpected and whimsical in garden design

Home to more than 3 400 types of plants, including at least 35 000 individual specimens, Lotusland is recognised not only for the diversity of its collections, but for the extraordinar y design sensibility informing the many one of a kind gardens that comprise the whole

A leader in sustainable practices, Lotusland is a pioneer in organic gardening methods. The garden is a centre for horticulture conser vation and a repositor y of threatened and extinct plants, making it one of the most storied estates in southern California and, perhaps, the most private public garden in the world

Cabin Fever: Enchanting Cabins, Shacks and Hideaways (Gestalten)

Whether hidden in sylvan surrounds, overlooking bodies of water or even exposed to the elements on a mountain peak, architects are contending to create high impact spaces on a small scale. Cabin Fever takes a broad look at remote retreats designed to make the most of their natural surroundings, feeding our desire to escape the commotion of the city without sacrificing comfort. Featuring rustic timber cabins on stilts, mirrored pods in the woods and other worldly, off the grid getaways, Cabin Fever showcases a new wave of modern, always remote, hideaways

CABIN FEVER: ENCHANTING CABINS, SHACKS AND HIDEAWAYS

As South Africans, we share in this global movement and, fortunately, to have access to both superbly remote locations and a growing selection of architects who have a greater knowledge of what living wild truly means Books are available at Pezula Interiors and pezulainterriors co za

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For Mpho Vackier, the visionary founder of TheUrbanative, African design is about telling stories through craftsmanship a philosophy visible in the brand’s outdoor capsule collection

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is clearly important to TheUrbanative’s design process how did it inform the outdoor collection?

I drew on my grandmother’s (Mme’s) outdoor furniture as inspiration; ever y summer as a kid was spent at her home. These experiences formed a large part of my memories, and this collection is a homage to that feeling Layering our collections with stories is an integral part of our design process I find this results in pieces that connect people through those tales, allowing them to see themselves, their histor y, culture and stories reflected back.

The collection comprises four distinct spheres dining, lounge, planter and play What makes them unique while still maintaining a cohesive design language?

Almost all the forms and silhouettes of this collection are informed by pieces in our past collections I wanted to create pieces for ever y space, from larger outdoors to a smaller balcony. The thread and stor y are what ties all the pieces together, weaving the woven mesh detail into each item practically and aesthetically, resulting in a cohesive collection that can also be enjoyed individually

Were there any moments in the production of this collection that challenged you technically?

There were definitely some challenges along the way. Some of the issues were process based, such as the hot dip galvanising and the after effects thereof We focused on the materials first, making sure the specifications from the framework to the fabrics were a priority We are still relooking at ways to fabricate the pieces more efficiently regarding cost and production to provide the customer with the best product at the best possible price.

Designing for the outdoors is a whole different ball game from interior pieces What have you learned in the process?

TOP DOWN ‘BAMBANANI’ CAFÉ TABLE IN CORAL; THE COLLECTION IS INSPIRED BY MPHO’S SUMMER MEMORIES SPENT IN HER FAMILY’S GARDENS

I like that I could flex my engineering and metallurgy muscle by creating these pieces The forms were already there with a focused technical approach to this collection and still not losing the magic and stor y that inspired the pieces

I call it a balancing act of engineering and aesthetics.

Are there any pieces that have become a favourite in your own home?

I am gifting myself the ‘Wambo Pod’ chair for my birthday and cannot wait to have the day beds made for our bedroom balcony by December.

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THE CUSHIONS IN THE SITTING AREA ARE BY PEZULA INTERIORS. THE SOFAS, COFFEE TABLE AND ACCESSORIES ARE BY THE PRIVATE HOUSE COMPANY

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idea of being whisked away to an island retreat with nothing but blue skies, clear waters and balmy sunshine is the stuff of summertime dreams and, while Plettenberg Bay is certainly not an island, it provides the perfect opportunity for an easy weekend getaway to unwind and embrace the new season ahead. With a picturesque view of the ocean from its second floor and a salty sea breeze to transport you to the nearby beach, this holiday home not only feeds the senses but the soul Interior designer Yvonne O’Brien of The Private House Company teamed up with interior architect Petrus Maree to create a coastal bolthole for the homeowners of this five bedroom, five bathroom property They kept the architecture effortless, down to earth and understated, but still full of personality with charming details. The design of the home was greatly influenced by Mediterranean architecture the Ibizan finca, to be more exact with its imperfect white walls, beautifully cur ved corners and wooden pergolas along the wraparound balconies that provide ample shade on sunnier days. Yvonne and Petrus were

THE HOME HAS BEEN TRANSFORMED WITH THE ADDITION OF WOODEN PERGOLAS, IMPERFECTLY SMOOTHED WALLS AND AN EXPANSIVE POOL AREA

LEFT TO RIGHT THE PENDANT LIGHT IN THE DINING ROOM IS BY EIGHT DEGREES SOUTH AND THE DINING CHAIRS, TABLE AND ACCESSORIES ARE ALL BY THE PRIVATE HOUSE COMPANY; AIRY AND HARMONIOUS, THE SITTING AREA IS THE PERFECT SPOT TO RELAX AND UNWIND

very particular with this drastic transformation, removing ever y trace of the original, dated house that stood before

Given the style’s specificity, the challenge ahead was adhering to the correct detailing of proportions, internally and externally, to authentically reflect the design vernacular of the Spanish island Playing with a limited colour palette of neutral shades, including splashes of blue and hints of green, made it easier to create a more natural and restful space. Yvonne weaved an array of textures and materials, from wood to linen, ceramics and glass, creating visual interest throughout, which was also carried out onto the expansive terrace, cementing the home’s dynamic indoor outdoor flow. Known for her subtle yet rich interiors, this beachside villa is no exception to Yvonne’s signature style and here, bathed in natural light, she has achieved a picture perfect escape from city life. The Private House Company privatehouseco.co.za

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A TOUCH OF PINK AND GREEN HAS BEEN INJECTED INTO THE GUEST BEDROOM WITH COLOURED THROWS BY PEZULA INTERIORS AND CUSHIONS ALONGSIDE ART BY THE PRIVATE HOUSE COMPANY

LEFT TO RIGHT THE OTTOMAN IN THE BEDROOM IS BY EIGHT DEGREES SOUTH, THE MALAWI CHAIR IS BY AMATULI AND THE BEDSIDE LAMPSHADE IS BY THE PRIVATE HOUSE COMPANY; CLEAN LINES KEEP THE BATHROOM LOOKING FRESH WITH AN ORGANIC FLOW

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Garden Day, the annual movement advocating for connection with our gardens and green spaces, takes place on Sunday, 9 October and we cannot wait! Now in its seventh year, the national movement was spear headed by Koos Bekker and the team at the iconic Babylonstoren to encourage an appreciation for our gardens and the act of gardening Whether one has a traditional suburban garden, a potted balcony, an indoor plant jungle or a humble vegetable patch, ever yone is encouraged to participate in Garden Day

The call is for people across South Africa to celebrate and embrace their green space and the joy and relaxation it brings. ‘Plants chase away anxiety and feed compassion,’ says Koos, himself an avid gardener ‘Living with plants has been proven to boost energy levels and happiness at work.’ Plantswoman and gardener at Babylonstoren, Gundula Deutschlander says, ‘For me, it is a day to ignore my tools, look beyond the weeds and take pleasure in the beauty of my garden.’

As the official symbol of Garden Day, wearing a flower crown on the day is a must Once you have

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SIYABONGA STENGANA HAS CONVERTED 40 ILLEGAL DUMPING SITES INTO A MULTITUDE OF GARDENS AND RECREATIONAL SPOTS IN AND AROUND THE TOWNSHIP OF MBEKWENI IN THE WESTERN CAPE; NAZEEMA

JACOBS ARRIVED DESTITUTE AT KHULISA STREETSCAPES VEGETABLE GARDEN IN CAPE TOWN SEVEN YEARS AGO TODAY, SHE HEADS UP ITS ADMIN DEPARTMENT AND IS A SEASONED GARDENER WITH A PASSION FOR GROWING FOOD

Garden Day is about coming together to celebrate nature, our gardens and the transformative act of gardening. We catch up with the founders of the movement and our pick of this year ’ s green fingered ambassadors making waves in their communities

FOR ACTOR DE KLERK OELOFSE IT WAS A RITUAL TO PLANT SOMETHING AFTER EVERY ACTING PROJECT TODAY, THIS PRACTISE HAS BECOME PART OF HIS JOB TITLE AS A PLANTSMAN AT HAPPY BY NATURE, A BOTANICAL NURSERY AND NATURE SHOP IN CAPE TOWN

BOSTON GONGWE’S CAREER TOOK A TURN FOR THE BETTER WHEN HE STARTED WORKING AT THE JAMESTOWN FLOWER FARM TO MAKE ENDS MEET.

SOON, HIS BOUQUETS BECAME SOME OF THE MOST SOUGHT AFTER PRODUCTS ON THE MARKET AND HIS DREAM IS NOW TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL FLORIST ‘FLOWERS HAVE ENRICHED MY LIFE AND CHANGED MY PERSPECTIVE ON ALMOST EVERYTHING,’ HE SAYS

NATURAL SCIENTIST MELUN JEPTHA CONVERTED TWO OVERGROWN VACANT PLOTS IN HAWSTON IN THE OVERBERG INTO THRIVING FOOD GARDENS THAT SUPPLY FRESH PRODUCE TO THE COMMUNITY

made your own, the call is to pay tribute to your garden by inviting friends, family and neighbours and host a tea party, braai or set out a picnic on the grass and enjoy it.

‘I love the idea of sharing my green space with others, and I am always excited to see how creative ever yone is on Garden Day,’ says Gundula.

Garden Day lauds community gardens throughout the countr y for creating employment and producing fresh and affordable produce for local residents. This year, the movement collaborates with community gardens Khulisa Streetscapes in Cape Town and Victoria Yards in Joburg where ever yone is invited to visit and purchase just picked vegetables and receive a free flower crown

Do not miss out Spread the word in your neighbourhood by joining the newly established Garden Day Society, which assists those with a passion for their neighbourhood to spread the Garden Day spirit and host a garden based celebration.

For green fingered inspiration, the Garden Day website has a handy toolkit to help you plan a nature filled celebration, including downloadable invitations, recipe ideas, activities for children and tips for garden collaborations

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TAKE HOME TABLESCAPING INSPIRATION FOR A GARDEN DAY CELEBRATION

NZWI DYIRAKUMUNDA IS A PRACTICING ADVOCATE AND OWNER OF AKANAKA BLOOMS, A MICRO URBAN FLOWER FARM THAT SELLS FRESH CUT FLOWERS AND SEEDS

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Sage advice for breathing new life into your garden this spring

As the growing season starts, it is time to get back outside and into your garden Here are some ideas to refresh your outdoor space.

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If you have a str uctured garden space, consider fluffing it up a bit with plantings that are not permanent Tr y slipping foxgloves between evergreens for spring ma gic, perhaps some frilly lettuces under the topiaries in your pots Queen Anne’s Lace with Scabiosa or poppies are

wonderful sowed by seed directly into the garden and look great in vases too

Movement

Add grasses for movement, swathes or individually for texture there are so many gorgeous ones on the market. Tr y Stipa dregeana for shadier spots and Muhlenbergia capillaris for a candyfloss effect in autumn. I also love sowing linseed directly into the garden for wonderful linearity and blue clouds of blooms.

Try adding simple water to the garden: a gorgeous pot filled with water, a submersible pump inside acting as a little water jet, makes a focal point outside a large window I recently added a simple stone built birdbath that brings me great joy It has a little water jet and an easy sloped bowl that the birds adore remember, they need a shr ub or little tree close by to dart into too

Best new books

I have just bought Fiona Brockhoff ’ s With Nature, and I love her philosophy and distinctive Mornington Peninsula style There are numerous other books about growing cut flowers, including Sarah Raven’s A Year Full of Flowers.

Furniture

Low slung chairs and daybeds with sleek, thin cushions in outdoor fabrics spell relaxed, summer living Have a wonderful organically shaped timber bench seat custom made for your garden in sustainable South African pine Or go the organic route by sitting on random sized chunks of angled wood or natural boulders around a gravel pit fire

Gadgets

If your neighbours complain about noise, tr y the chargeable electric mowers, leaf blowers and hedge clippers currently on the market Then there are those cheeky little robotic mowers that take charge of your lawns, which are extremely cute and very quiet I recently trialled the moveable solar bollard lights by the Italian company Fuma galli, which are good looking, have a long life span, are programmable and well worth the investment. Marie has apparently made a special new rose clipper that holds the cut piece, so you do not have to scrabble around picking up the clippings I have yet to tr y it

To-dos in spring

Make sure the garden is compost mulched for a head start, and work out your fertilising programs. Get your compost making organised, fill up any gaps now and re pot planters that are root bound Lastly, stock up on birdseed. Franchesca Watson

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SUSIE HARRIS LEBLOND IN HER PICKING GARDEN AT FLOURISH URBAN FLOWER FARM

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One of Susie and Tarryn’s most pressing challenges has been to produce a steady stream of blooms throughout the growing season ‘To achieve a continuum of flowers, one needs to get to grips with the flowering season and growing conditions for each plant and sow in succession accordingly They focus on the basics healthy soil, a warm, sunny position with at least five hours of sun daily, adequate water for a deep watering every two to three days and handfuls of seeds ‘We hope to bring cut flowers out of the realm of farming and into everyday gardens for everyone to enjoy,’ they say

susie Harris Leblond and Tarr yn Martin, the dynamic duo behind Flourish Urban Flower Farm, connected through a shared love for flowers and growing Both beguiled by their newfound lifestyle as ‘urban flower farmers’, they met virtually while searching for small scale flower growers on Instagram. Susie’s flower journey began after her vegetable garden was transformed into a mishmash of happy blooms ‘I have always loved flowers,’ she says. ‘I love to grow them, pick them, give them away and photograph them ’ With a background in horticulture and photography, creating a cutting garden to capture and share what she loved felt like a natural evolution

For Tarr yn, already an established botanist, skilled gardener and photographer, the dahlia’s extraordinar y variety of shapes and forms inspired her to grow them at home. Starting small, it was not long before her green fingers were itching for more dahlia tubers ‘The bug had bitten hard,’ she says, and it was not long before her property was brimming with oversized blooms of Café au Lait, tall stems of coral pink ‘Salmon Runner’, orange, copper and bronze coloured pom pom varieties such as favourites ‘Cornel Bronze’, blush pink ‘Sweet Nathalie’ with soft butter y coloured centres, and many, many others ‘I was hooked!’ she says

After their first meeting in person, they knew growing together was what they wanted to do ‘We began combining the produce from our gardens and selling bunches locally, which evolved into hosting workshops in our gardens at home,’ says Susie ‘We love connecting with friends, family and customers through the language of flowers, and our workshops have been the vehicle to do so Although we are ever evolving, we always prioritise fun, creation and play, as this is where the magic happens for us. ’

They keep it simple and close to nature ‘We love our low tech approach to growing flowers,’ say Susie and Tarr yn. ‘We have considered highly organised setups, but they do not suit either of our styles we are both drawn to overblown, romantic gardens that speak to the heart,’ they say Keeping the balance in a garden ecosystem means that, for the most part, pests are taken care of by larger predators, and there is a scant need for sprays and chemical fertilisers

‘I have eight hives in my garden,’ says Susie ‘I adore my bees and want to keep them healthy and happy, and a natural approach to gardening goes a long way to ensure that ’ Their flowers are supplied to like minded florists who embrace

similar principles, along with the odd munched leaf or wonky stem, but the majority of their stems are used for their workshops ‘We ask workshop attendees to actively look for the beauty in these imperfections and encourage natural growing practices in their own gardens,’ say the duo.

Between their two gardens, Tarr yn and Susie now have one and a half thousand square metres bursting with dahlias, sunflowers, tall stemmed cosmos, garden roses, lavender, chocolate lace, day lilies, larkspurs and

brightly coloured zinnias, along with armfuls of other varieties all thriving under open air cultivation.

‘Our goal at Flourish was never to have the biggest cutting garden plenty of others are doing that well with perfect growing conditions and straight rows What lights us up are beautiful growing spaces integrated into our home gardens, spaces that inspire and feed the soul, not only ours, but others’ too.’

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A VIBRANT MIX OF DAHLIAS IN SUSIE’S PICKING GARDEN INCLUDE ‘CORNEL BRONZE’ (FOREGROUND), ‘SALMON RUNNER’ (MIDDLE ) AND ‘SWEET NATHALIE’ (BACK)

OPPOSITE PAGE CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT ZINNIA ELEGANS; DAHLIA ‘SALMON RUNNER’; PAPAVER SOMNIFERUM; DAHLIA ‘ZUNDERT MYSTERY’; ECHINACEA PURPUREA; FLOWER WORKSHOP PICKINGS; DAHLIA ‘SALMON RUNNER’; DAHLIA ‘CORNEL BRONZE’

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Flourish workshops take place in Susie and Tarryn’s garden, ranging from floral design to tablescaping with freshly picked flowers, social media content creation classes and wreath making in Susie’s drying room ‘We use our Instagram account to connect with our followers in between workshops We try to keep our page inspirational and educational, hopefully motivating others to get gardening and to see new potential in their growing spaces, ’ they say With an Instagram following of 23 800, we cannot get enough of their growing tips and beautiful garden imagery

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT IRIS ‘MELTED BUTTER’; HELIANTHUS ANNUUS ‘ORANGE GLOW’; COSMOS ‘KIRO’; TARRYN HOLDS A BUNCH OF QUEEN ANNE’S LACE; COREOPSIS ‘INCREDIBLE MIX’

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Tarryn and Susie share advice on how to grow flowers like a pro

HEALTHY SOIL IS YOUR BEST FRIEND

Select the right plants for your soil type and correct them with quality compost Mulch keeps roots cool in summer, slows down water evaporation and protects invaluable microorganisms in the soil ‘We layer compost and mulch over our flower beds in winter, too it feels like we ’ re tucking our beds up in a warm winter duvet for rest and recuperation,’ says Susie

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One does not need a farm or dedicated flower bed for cut flowers Start them in seed trays and plant them into existing beds when they are ready, or grow them in pots Snip your flowers regularly to stimulate growth ‘Cut and come again’ varieties such as cosmos, zinnias, some sunflowers, sweetpeas and nigella can be sown into your garden and require very little fuss These old fashioned favourites from our ‘ granny palette’, along with their whimsical look, are enjoying a resurgence in popularity

STAY INSPIRED

There is so much beautiful content out there, from books to magazines and, especially, social media Tuck in! Visit a garden and support your local open garden scheme there is so much to learn from observing a garden first hand

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SAUCER’ BAR IN THE GARDEN OF A PUNCHY, PINK-HUED HOME IN DURBAN BY FYFE BOYCE DESIGN

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to say, the owners of this home have a predilection for one colour in particular. Fuschia to flamingo, salmon to sherbet and peony to pale dagwood this Umhlanga Rocks abode is an ode to pink And sure, Barbiecore is having something of a moment in 2022 from Valentino’s Pink PP collection and Balmain’s Barbie NFTs to Ryan Gosling and Margot Robbie’s gorgeously nostalgic looks for Greta Ger wig’s upcoming take on the beloved Mattel dolls Yet designers Bruce Fyfe and Kelsey Boyce have cracked a trend defying design that does not feel like a gimmicky pink punch in the face

‘The client had always had this dream for a Miami Midwest house, and from a cursor y glance at her Pinterest board, there definitely was no doubt that she was in love with pink,’ says Bruce, chuckling ‘We had to find a way to interpret that and deliver it locally with a coastal KwaZulu Natal theme.’ Throughout its spaces, the home thrums with the gentle energy of pink while feeling as refreshing as a sip of rosé on a hot summer day an antidote to Umhlanga’s thick humidity.

At their design firm, Fyfe Boyce, Bruce and Kelsey have spent 18 years dedicating themselves to the clients’ brief ‘We do not have a one size fits all approach,’ says Kelsey, and Bruce agrees. ‘We are

entirely guided by what our clients want ultimately, they are going to be living there, not us, ’ before adding modestly, ‘We are just two East Coast boys tr ying to work our magic ’ The pair’s humility shines through in their designs, which are expertly refined and polished but put the clients’ tastes on a pedestal. ‘We were given great direction by the client but at the same time free rein to piece the puzzle together and create their dream house,’ Kelsey says Inside, Kelsey and Bruce gave it a suitably cosmetic update with several licks of paint up to ten coats in some zones to achieve a highly lacquered look And while the buzz of pink is most evident in the finished scheme, it is actually toned down by a lot of white and touches of gold with stronger hues coming in through the furniture and softs The designers lent into the pink themes in the bedroom, guest room and the client’s ‘cloffice’ her closet and office But in 2022, we would be remiss to say that pink is only for the girls, and here, areas that are primarily the client’s partner’s domain still carr y a thread of pink throughout, complementing what might be considered masculine spaces, such as the pyjama lounge, where he spends much of his leisure time This is one area Bruce highlights as a standout moment in the

home, ‘It is a cocoon, but you do also feel a bit like a bit of a rock star ’

Pink is not the only theme in this project. Bruce and Kelsey tied spaces together with continuity in arch motifs and gentle cur ves that add to the soft blushing effect It is a nod to the Art Deco design prevalent in retro Miami architecture and the KwaZulu Natal vernacular Cur ves are offset by plenty of generous gold lines doubling down on the old Hollywood glamour the home exudes.

Strong black lines also feature in the billowy curtains of the living room that beckon you outdoors ‘We wanted sheer curtains so that there was a lot of movement,’ explains Bruce. There is an easy flow between inside and outside in colour, pattern and fun design elements, the most playful of which is undoubtedly the ‘flying saucer bar’, as Kelsey calls it. This Miami style cocktail bar is a lure for hot Umhlanga days ‘The clients really use and appreciate their space, ’ Bruce says ‘They want to share it with their friends and family who visit too. So beyond a Pink Palace, it has become a party palace too ’ Fyfe Boyce fyfeboyce co za

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THE OFFICE IS A SOPHISTICATED SPOT, WITH VIEWS OUT TO THE SEA. FURNITURE, SUCH AS THE DESK AND SOFA, ARE CUSTOM. THE DESIGNERS WANTED SHEER CURTAINS WITH A BOLD PATTERN

PAGE THE BAR IS A FRESH ZONE, OPENING UP TO THE OUTDOORS THE OCEAN BLUE TILING OF THE BAR COUNTER IS BROKEN UP BY THE GOLD STEEL LINES, WHILE TEXTURED CERAMIC VASES OFFSET THE SHEEN OF THE BAR COUNTER. THE RUG IS FROM HERRINGBONE RUGS

TWO SILK COLOURWAYS FROM ROMO FABRIC S DOUBLE DOWN ON THE TEXTURE WHILE THE ARMCHAIRS WERE UPHOLSTERED IN ROMO FABRIC ADD TO THE TEXTURE

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With classic, American style white wood cladding, a traditional Vancouver family home finds the perfect balance between sophistication and the ease of countryside living

A CUSTOM COFFEE AND TABLE BY SCOTT LANDON ANTIQUES, A VINTAGE RUG FROM MONIKA HIBBS. THE STONE HEARTH IS FROM ADERA NATURAL STONE SUPPLY

OPPOSITE PAGE DESIGNED BY KELLY DECK, THIS VANCOUVER HOME DRAWS INSPIRATION FROM BOTH THE AMERICAN SOUTH AND TRADITIONAL PROVENÇAL STYLE HOMES

THE FRENCH DRAPERY DINING TABLE IS ACCOMPANIED BY SCOTT LANDON ANTIQUE DINING CHAIRS REUPHOLSTERED IN FRENCH LINEN

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the owners of this dreamy Canadian countr yside home, Kimberly and David, the plan was simple enough: to create a traditional space that was relaxed and stately, with a careful curation of comfortable pieces and vintage finds. With their busy lifestyle, it was important to them that the house was refined and homely without being pretentious or too precious The couple had a compelling vision for building their forever home, and after many years of moving from one city to another following David’s career in the US National Hockey League (NHL), they were ready to return to Vancouver and make their dream a reality Influenced by their time in the US and their many trips to Europe, Kim and David arrived at the concept of a ‘ new old home’ that was elegant and restrained.

Interior designer Kelly Deck drew inspiration from historical houses in the southern US as well as the traditional Provençal mas to fulfil their vision ‘It is impossible to imagine a home from either of these places without it looking crass and new world,’ she says ‘Instead, we used them as a jumping off point for layers of warm neutrals, matte finishes, tarnished metals and textured stones and tiles This house is effortless, unpretentious and warmly enveloping it is the type of space you never want to leave once you have settled in ’

The residence backs onto a lush ravine at the base of the North Shore Mountains, conveniently situated in a well established family neighbourhood close to the local ski mountains. This beautiful, natural backdrop complements the warm and earthy pallet of parchment, linen and ivor y as well as the antique hues of white that flow through the home to maintain a soft and approachable feel

As soon as you walk in, the two storey grand entr y with a sweeping staircase makes a statement, while the chiselled marble flooring in an ashlar pattern adds to the warm and inviting atmosphere. The same flooring can be seen in the laundr y, powder room and main ensuite to keep the home quietly effortless After the stone floors, wide plank oak flooring was used for the remaining bedrooms and common spaces Most of the flooring on the property has a matte finish to stand the

‘ T h i s h o u s e i s E F F O R T L E S S , u n p r e t e n t i o u s a n d w a r m l y E N V E L O P I N G . I t i s t h e t y p e o f S PA C E y o u n e v e r w a n t t o l e a v e o n c e y o u h a v e S E T T L E D i n ’

THE KITCHEN FEATURES CABINETRY BY SAGE CABINETRY, PENDANT LIGHTS BY FELIX LIGHTING SPECIALISTS, FAUCETS BY HOUSE OF ROHL, CAESARSTONE CALACATTA NUVO COUNTERTOPS AND VINTAGE BACKSPLASH AND BARSTOOLS

constant comings and goings of children, dogs and general family life ‘Kim and David wanted the home to be low maintenance and easy, so we avoided polished marble on the countertops and chose quartz instead, giving it an ogee edge to express the traditional sensibilities of the home and prevent it from looking too contemporar y, ’ says Kelly.

The entire space is wonderfully curated, feeling as though the home had happened over decades rather than a few years Delicate, muted patterns are met with warming textures to create a lived in look, ensuring that the house does not feel staged or contrived Kim personally undertook all the furnishing and decor herself, sourcing vintage rarities and getting other pieces of furniture custom made She also extracted family treasures and artworks from her parents’ place and gave them new meaning and purpose throughout her own space Even though the home is filled with beautiful objects and furnishings, its interior architecture is very quiet and restrained. ‘We are constantly reviewing our designs and asking what we can take out rather than what we can put in,’ says Kelly ‘Restraint is the key to elegance and ease ’ Kelly Deck Design kellydeck.com

A DOORWAY TO THE OUTDOOR LIVING AREA IS PICTURED ALONGSIDE THE LIVING ROOM WITH ARMCHAIRS BY RESTORATION HARDWARE, WHILE THE ART ON THE COFFEE TABLE IS AN HEIRLOOM PAINTING OF THE HOMEOWNER’S GREAT GRANDMOTHER

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT THE CLAW FOOT TUB FROM CHEVIOT PRODUCTS, FAUCETS FROM RIOBEL, STANDOUT SCONCES BY CHARISH AND ARTWORK BY DIANA BRAMBILA; FEATURED IS A BED FROM RESTORATION HARDWARE WITH BEDDING BY LIBERTY LONDON. THE SIDE TABLE

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something deeply elemental at play in this home, the way it feels more like an extension of the natural surroundings the water, rocks and vegetation than a man made structure that has been inserted into it But perhaps the most thrilling thing about it is how deftly its design has mastered the element of surprise

From street level, the home is entirely imperceptible, thanks in part to the dense foliage that surrounds it but mostly as a result of its unique site, a former quarr y from which was mined the Table Mountain granite used to build Rhodes Memorial not far off ‘I knew the character of the street and, ver y generally, the topography of that part of Cape Town, but I did not appreciate how dramatically the differences in elevation would influence the approach to the design until I climbed to the top of the site,’ says architect Malcolm Kent of US based studio Rough Sketch, who worked with local firm KMH Architects on realising the project, the home of his brother, theatre director Jonathan Kent ‘Once the potential of occupying the airspace was apparent, the emphasis for the design became the projection of the living spaces outwards to float above the site among the trees ’

To achieve this would require a stone base from which the house could emerge, which was built on piled up rocks and vegetation that were used to fill the vestiges of the abandoned quarr y ‘In counterpoint to the upward gesture of the rock pile, we made a series of linked water courses that run down the slope, from pool through cistern, through runnel and pond, so an idealised version of the old quarr y part structured, part organic runs through the house,’ says Malcolm and, sure enough, as you find footing on the large boulders that seem to have fallen into just the right place to offer secure passage on the ascent, rivulets of water can be seen trickling down or flowing through narrow, elegant troughs. It is a brilliantly soothing masterstroke of biophilic architecture at its most subtle yet sublime

Today, the home sits on three levels, comprising three bedrooms along the bottom levels and, up top, the kitchen, living and dining rooms which open out onto the pool deck ‘This is not a big house, and the intention was to allow an extended family to occupy it simultaneously with some degree of personal privacy while providing shared space for communal activities,’ says Malcolm To this end, the enclosed spaces were separated and dispersed to the edges of the site, which brought with it the added benefits of allowing expanses of outdoor space between the different private living zones. Where these bedroom pavilions, arranged to sit atop

the landscape as if floating, have a more solid, closed up timber appearance, in contrast, the public areas, which rest atop these pavilions, are completely opened up to the surrounding nature through the use of glass walls and windows

Though there is no predetermined or overriding style to the house ‘it grew out of the landscape and developed in response to the unique characteristics of the site’ there is seemingly something of a Japanese sensibility to the way the home unfolds. This was not a conscious decision but rather the result of, as Malcolm says, ‘the asymmetric positioning of the pavilions, the contrast between light and heavy elements, and the layering of the enclosure with shutters and sliding doors and windows ’ Regardless of the intent, the final, Zen like effect is undeniable and perhaps felt most intently crossing the threshold of the living room or kitchen and moving over onto the pool deck and alfresco entertaining areas ‘It is wonderful to be able to work in a climate where it is possible to make the barriers between indoor and outdoor so permeable,’ says Malcolm. ‘ As this is primarily

a holiday house, it is safe to assume that the outdoor space would be a major element.’

Given Cape Town’s enviable summers, as well as the house’s orientation ‘The site faces south to south east and the house was turned slightly further to the east so the bedrooms would see the morning sun, which by midday would be overhead on the pool decks and upstairs living areas until dropping behind the mountain in the evening’ it is safe to say that Malcolm’s assumption was not only correct, his design play to capitalise on this proved an outright success

Central to the outdoor area is the jade tiled pool a narrow strip of water that runs across the site, with the living pavilions placed around it In fact, the pool became a central force in bringing an air y quality into the uppermost living area, reflecting light up onto the high gloss ceilings, which in turn bounces it around the open plan spaces The pool also dips low up against the second level, separated from the master bathroom by a glass wall that, in turn, becomes one of the home’s most unforgettable features a shimmering wall of water that effectively submerges the main suite into a near other worldly atmosphere animated by soft, filtered light. ‘The complex reflections from below the surface of the water are much more wonderful than could be imagined,’ he says

For Malcolm, though, the project was so much more than the house itself, as it was a deeply personal moment ‘To design and build a house for my brother in a beautiful area of Cape Town, where I grew up, working with KMH, my father’s firm, where as a ver y young man I first realised that this was what I loved to do,’ he says ‘There has been a wonderful symmetr y to the endeavour ’

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT THE SLATE-FLOOR KITCHEN SITS BETWEEN THE DINING ROOM AND OUTSIDE AREA; THE MASTER BEDROOM WITH GARDEN VIEWS; LOOKING INTO A GROUND LEVEL BEDROOM, WHICH ALMOST DISAPPEARS INTO THE FOLIAGE

OPPOSITE PAGE THE POOL DIPS LOW AGAINST THE SECOND FLOOR MASTER SHOWER, IN THE SAME SCARAB GREEN TILES, CREATING A SHOW STOPPING DESIGN MOMENT THAT FILLS THE MAIN SUITE WITH SOFT, FILTERED LIGHT AND DANCING REFLECTIONS

PREVIOUS SPREAD, LEFT TO RIGHT THE OPEN PLAN DESIGN CREATES A FREE FLOW OF SPACE BETWEEN THE LIVING AND DINING ROOMS, THE LATTER FEATURING A CUSTOM TABLE AND RIEMPIE CHAIRS; THE LIGHT FILLED LIVING ROOM CAN BE COMPLETELY OPENED UP TO THE SURROUNDING NATURE

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A strikingly modern weekend Hamptons home designed by Monica Fried presents a soulful yet state of the art aesthetic that feels at once warm and organic

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tranquil holiday always seems like a good idea, especially when it is in Amagansett, New York, one of the prettiest villages in the Hamptons The salty sea air and quiet village life (the home is within walking distance of the beach) is enough to encourage even the most steadfast urbanite to consider taking the slow road This is exactly what attracted this family to the area and this house, a space they could always come together to entertain extended family and friends, as well as take peaceful escapes.

To this end, they enlisted interior designer Monica Fried, who in collaboration with Thomas Heine Architect and Cardel Development would help them achieve this dreamy ideal of a coastal bolthole on the two acre property. Monica was given complete creative control of the project and asked what she would create if given the space to do so ‘The homeowners have an open door and love to entertain, so the house needed to be inviting and relaxed but also sophisticated and timeless,’ says Monica. Her design philosophy has always centred around reflecting the environment through all the elements within a home, and this was no exception

The common thread of structured lines, varied textures and great attention to detail with the ideal mix of vintage and modern pieces make for an attractive space that can be admired while also appreciated practically ‘The vibe is modern with a mix of organic and vintage, which is something we like to bring to ever y project,’ Monica says. She chose to focus her attention on the architecture of the space and its beach setting to ensure the fresh look still worked with the classic Hamptons shingle style homes in the neighbourhood

At roughly 650 square metres, the home is organised thoughtfully, providing uninterrupted flow across the first floor, giving the illusion of ‘ no real walls’ and continuous movement throughout the space The large entr y hall, living room, kitchen, dining room and family room all seem to amalgamate into one, reiterating that this is, first and foremost, a family home The open plan space allows for a sense of ease and calmness, which also comes through in the colour choices ‘This home is ver y close to the beach and the ocean, so all the colours and materials reflect that,’ says Monica, with the palette leaning to shades of blue, ivor y and sand ‘Materiality was ver y important to bring interest and texture to the project,’ she continues, pointing out that these tactile elements were crucial in creating a dynamic contrast from room to room yet are still able to coexist in perfect harmony. For example, the solid mass of the ocean hued fireplace clad with travertine in the sitting room is softened by the ‘053 Capitol Complex’ armchair from Cassina, boucle covered stools and the warm, geometric patterned rug. Monica opted for a pared back approach that allowed the individual elements to shine, as ever y piece of furniture and fixture was selected for its design lineage but also comfort and practicality

To stay timeless, she avoids trendy designs, instead opting for classic pieces and a palette grounded in earthy tones to achieve calming simplicity underpinned by rich textures and warming, natural materials Monica and her team were not only able to capture the essence of the family in doing so but create a beautiful and practical home that opens up to its surrounding environment

Monica Fried Design monicafrieddesign.com; Thomas Heine Architect heinearchitect.com; Cardel Development cardeldevelopment.com

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nunapologetically self identified maximalist, Justina Blakeney founded trendsetting design blog Jungalow back in 2009 to bring her personal vision of beauty into the world and help others tap into their creativity by better expressing themselves inside their homes Since then, she has continued building the Jungalow empire, launching its namesake design brand in 2014 and cultivating a passionately engaged digital community that follows her ever y move While the pandemic slowed the world down, Justina was busier than ever, publishing her third book, Jungalow: Decorate Wild, and expanding the Opalhouse designed with Jungalow collection for Target On top of that, she and her husband, Jason Rosencrantz, and their now nine year old daughter, Ida, were creating a new home.

The multi hyphenate entrepreneur vividly recalls the first apartment she lived in on her own at the age of 28, a botanical print filled space in Los Angeles that she moved into after spending seven years in Italy ‘That was the first time I had a place all to myself,’ she recalls ‘ Although it was somewhat short lived because I moved in with my then boyfriend now husband about a year later, I really was able to express myself in a way I felt I had never had the freedom to do before It was really just about me ’

While growing up in Berkeley, California, Justina lived in a modern house built by the architect Benson Ford ‘I was five when we moved in, and seeing a Black architect at that time made me realise we can do anything,’ she remembers. That home was an eclectic mix of antique furniture bought at auctions, cultural artefacts from her family’s travels, and a massive collection of Pan African art. Paintings with scenes from Jewish folklore were hung

next to depictions of Ethiopian royalty, she notes ‘It was a living interpretation of the different mix my household was made up of ’

As much as she and Jason loved their starter house, a 93 square metre 1926 bungalow located in Frogtown, the family of three had started craving more space Their new place in Altadena is a Spanish style abode built in the early ’30s with traditional Mediterranean details and mid centur y modern flair The 250 square metre property is a slice of paradise that ticks all the boxes for Justine: there is an internal courtyard, a pool with an incredible view, and mature fruit trees amid the surrounding foliage

Most of all, she appreciates how the spacious house supports an indoor outdoor lifestyle while feeling intimate. ‘It has a cosiness to it that I really love,’ she notes, ‘and a circularity about the flow of the energy because of how it surrounds the courtyard ’

‘We were really intentional about creating different spaces for the experiences that we want to have,’ Justina notes

After closing in December 2020, the couple hoped to hit the ground running with their contractors, New Generation Home Improvements Overall, the house was in decent shape, but they planned to create a new kitchen, redo the bathrooms and upgrade electrical work. Justina’s tweaks to the original five bedroom layout to better accommodate their needs included converting the garage into a guest room that feels like one you would find in a boutique hotel and functions as a workshop for testing her new wallpapers and bedding

The estimated waiting time for clearing the permits was initially about three months but ended up taking a year. Other obstacles

ON THE LANAI VERNER PANTON CHAIRS THAT ONCE BELONGED TO JUSTINA’S GRANDPARENTS AND AN ’80S TRAVERTINE TABLE THE FLOOR TILES ARE MOROCCAN CEMENT, IN A NON TRADITIONAL PATTERN

OPPOSITE PAGE MOST OF THE ROOMS OF THE HOUSE OPEN ONTO A COURTYARD CENTRED AROUND A LARGE OLIVE TREE, WHERE JUSTINA LIKES TO MEDITATE IN THE MORNINGS

that they faced were the delays on materials, fixtures, tiles and appliances due to ongoing pandemic related supply chain issues. ‘It has been a real exercise in patience,’ admits Justina, who mastered the frustration through meditation classes Even so, ‘it has not been easy living almost a year in a construction zone ’ (She documented many of these setbacks with humour, grace and solid practical advice for her more than half a million followers on Instagram )

Over the past two decades, the professed ‘vintage hound’ has amassed a huge collection of heirloom pieces and conversation starting tchotchkes, which she has deployed throughout the residence Many recently acquired pieces, such as the fringe chairs in the plant friendly lanai, were found on Chairish and come from Europe, India and North Africa ‘I was excited to bring some newness in and have a different vibe,’ she notes

When it came to designing the home, Justina and Jason were very collaborative. She likes to think of it as a yin yang approach that sees them going back and forth in their respective domains ‘While I have the vision for what I want the place to look like, there are definitely gaps in my know how,’ she explains ‘I can design wallpaper, but I cannot necessarily install it ’

Justina describes her husband as a ‘ super handy’ person who ‘thinks about things really, really comprehensively We are a great team because I bring the big vision like “Here is what I want the room to feel like, and these are the colours that I want to bring in,” and he is ver y much dialled in to all the tiny little details.’ (Justina is quick to point out that Ida has definite ideas about things too )

With ever y room set to evoke a different mood, it is all hyper eclectic. ‘We were really intentional about creating different spaces for the experiences that we want to have in the home,’ Justina notes

She and Jason make decisions based on an energetic level So while the kitchen is more minimalist due to the couple’s desire to create a clean, modern and ‘ super functional’ workspace, the primar y bedroom morphed from a bright and sunny oasis into a moody haven washed with cool blues ‘I feel a lot of times my designs, and the spaces that we create, conjure a transformative narrative,’ Justina says ‘But this is the first time that we were like, “Oh, we are in a whole new biome.” We went with the idea that the bed was our island in this ocean for us to celebrate our love together ’

Although the renovation process persists, she does feel close to completion Or at least as close to complete as a home meant to evolve with her family over time can be. As Justina poetically puts it, ‘the home is a wet canvas ’ , and she is approaching this ongoing adventure like a living art project Jungalow jungalow.com

A TENTED DAYBED FROM DE COR IS PILED WITH OPALHOUSE DESIGNED WITH JUNGALOW PILLOWS

PREVIOUS SPREAD CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT

’70S RATTAN AND CHROME CHAIRS SURROUND AN ’80S ITALIAN DINING TABLE, BOTH FROM CHAIRISH THE RUG IS BY JUSTINA BLAKENEY FOR LOLOI; THE KITCHEN IS OUTFITTED WITH

REFORM CPH CABINETS AND ZIA TILES; SYDNEY HARBOR PAINT COMPANY LIMEWASH IN BLUE REEF COLOURS THE PRIMARY BEDROOM; THE CHAIR IN THE OFFICE WEARS A BLAKENEY FABRIC

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I b r i n g t h e b i g V I S I O N l i k e , “ H e r e i s w h a t I w a n t t h e r o o m t o F E E L l i k e , a n d t h e s e a r e t h e C O L O U R S t h a t I w a n t t o b r i n g i n ” ’

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THIS PARED BACK MATERIAL PALETTE CONVEYS A SENSE OF CALM THAT ECHOES THE GARDEN LANDSCAPE AND PROVIDES A SEAMLESS TRANSITION BETWEEN THE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SPACES

OPPOSITE PAGE DINING CHAIRS FROM BILLIANI ALONGSIDE A DINING TABLE FROM VERSFELD

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THE EXTERIOR OF THE HOME IN RHEINZINK

JUXTAPOSED WITH TIMBER SCREENS THAT PROVIDE LIGHT, PRIVACY AND SUN

IN THE SITTING ROOM ARE LOUNGE CHAIRS FROM MINOTTI, A SIDE TABLE FROM HALDANE MARTIN, THE ‘HALL’ TABLE FROM TONIC DESIGN AND A RUG FROM VOKE RUGS

OPPOSITE PAGE FROM THE OUTSIDE AREA LOOKING INTO THE ENTRANCE HALL, A LAMP FROM CRÉMA DESIGN SITS ATOP A SERVER FROM TONIC DESIGN

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advantage of a preferred northerly orientation and an existing oak tree, this magnificent family home designed by VKDB Architects engages with its landscape, culminating in a unique blend of nature and modern architecture. The use of a limited and simple material palette was key in unifying its interior and exterior, maximising the relationship to its location, as well as the distant views of the Simonsberg and Stellenbosch Mountain This uncomplicated material palette portrays a sense of calm that echoes the garden landscape and provides a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor spaces

This intersection of architecture and nature ser ved as the principal design inspiration for interior designer Maroaan Gelderblom, who relished the opportunity to design and build a special family home on such a scenic site. ‘ As with all our projects, it was our intention to combine the architectural elements and interior spaces of this home into a complementar y whole,’ she says ‘The muted and warm materials alongside the crisp detailing of the architecture ser ve as a quiet background to accompany the carefully designed interior It also allows the client’s curated selection of artworks to truly shine as they inspired the pops of colour that add some playfulness for the youthful family ’

The exterior of the home makes use of a bold, opaque architectural facade expressed through Rheinzink cladding, juxtaposed with timber screens that provide light, privacy and sun protection. The interior of the home is designed to be an extension of the exterior, and the use of timber can be seen throughout to provide a sense of continuity and warmth. Other internal materials such as polished concrete, hardwood floors as well as cork and timber veneered panelled ceilings were chosen for their authenticity, tactility and contribution to the greater design narrative These honest and raw materials were selected to be used internally or externally in transition areas to create a smooth flow, which is further emphasised by grouping appropriate spaces adjacent to one another, such as the covered terrace and the external terrace as well as the dining room that spills onto the courtyard ‘These relationships of complementar y spaces and the manner in which they are used together ser ves to blur the distinction between inside and out,’ Maroaan adds

While the robust and complementar y material palette conveys the primar y design intention of the home, the creative use of calming blues and greens in various tones help blur the boundar y between the two spaces too There are carefully considered open spaces inside the

home that are not occupied by furniture to give off an illusion of being outside in nature. This visually leads you to one of the many large sliding panels that, when opened, connect the house to the garden without visual interruption.

Embracing the natural beauty of the home’s locale was fundamental in deciding the furniture and decor to be used. Pieces were hand picked so they would never visually obstruct your line of sight of the outdoors, allowing the lush gardens and mountain views to always form part of the mood of the home for instance, the open structure of the sculptural hanging light in the dining room or the wooden bar stools that have a sleek, modern silhouette The infusion of natural materials and sculptural forms gives the home a tactile and handmade feel while the straight lines combined with the spacious layout epitomises contemporar y style

C O M P L E M E N T A R Y s p a c e s a n d t h e M A N N E R i n w h i c h t h e y a r e u s e d t o g e t h e r s e r v e s t o B L U R t h e d i s t i n c t i o n b e t w e e n i n s i d e a n d O U T ’

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