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RE/MAX’s Peter Gilmour on why the South African property market is looking up for homebuyers and property investors

THE NEIGHBOURHOODTHE KZN MIDLANDS

TRENDWATCHKIT OUT YOUR HOME OFFICE

MODERN SANDTON PENTHOUSE – A NEW URBAN LIFESTYLE AMONG THE CLOUDS

Atterbury and ENL developing the island’s fi rst regional shopping mall

BAGATELLEMALL OF MAURITIUS:

OUR TRENDS ISSUE: WE TAKE YOU ON A TOUR OF THE DIFFERENT ZONES OF OURIDEAL HOME

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DECOR

42 SWATCH OUTExperts in fabrics, paints and

furniture tell you how you can

add some colour to your life.

50 JEN SHUISocialite and media star

Jen Su invites us into her

Dainfern hideaway.

TRENDS

12 HOT PLATERestaurants and markets that

offer so much more than a meal.

13 HOT SHOPCovetable handbags, fab fashion

and smooth tequila to pique your

interest this month.

23 MY KINGDOMFOR A HORSEThe KZN Midlands – the ultimate

country-living fantasy.

27 IN THE ZONETour the different zones of our

ideal, on-trend home.

LUXURY

11 ELEPHANT MAGICBY MOONLIGHTCamp Jabulani’s elephant safaris.

15 SKY LIVINGAn ultra-luxurious Sandton

penthouse for the 21st-century

urban family.

46 EAT, PLAY, LIVESneak peek at the newest

residential development in

Melrose Arch.

52 WWW DOT –WWW DON’TOld-fashioned word of mouth

trumps the Net’s travel

recommendations, and lands us a

sweet treat in romantic Malaysia.

DESIGN

80 HOME WORKTrendy yet functional home

offi ce furniture.

REAL ESTATE

55 WHY THINGS ARE LOOKING UPPeter Gilmour, chairman of

RE/MAX of Southern Africa, on

why you should feel confi dent

about buying real estate in SA.

56 RESIDENTIALA premier green estate in

Muldersdrift, and Lew Geffen

Sotheby’s International Realty

gets into the royal wedding spirit.

58 COMMERCIALAfrica’s own World Trade Centre,

comparing offi ce rentals, and a

game-lodge buying opportunity

in Welgevonden.

60 OFFSHOREChalets on the Austrian Alps,

and a revamped colonial gem on

Lamu Island.

MAURITUS

70 DROPPING ANCHOR, THE MAURITIAN WAYA one-of-a-kind investment

opportunity at La Balise Marina.

74 A green bank shaped like a

rugby ball, and the fi rst regional

shopping mall in Mauritius.

ON THE COVERAtterbury and ENL’s Bagatelle

Mall of Mauritius. Turn to page 72

for more details.

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SAPOA Property Journalism Awards 2011: Winner – Best Property Publication Nedbank Property Association Awards 2010: Winner – Mover & Shaker Award (Tony Vaughan) PICA Awards 2009: Winner – Special Award, Overall Publishing Excellence PICA Awards 2008: Winner – Consumer Magazines, Largely Free Distribution, and Highly Commended: Editorial Excellence, Public Interest Writer of the Year (Ed Suter) 20th SAB Environmentalist of the Year & Environmental Journalists of the Year Awards 2008: Winner – Merit Award, Print & Internet SAPOA Property Journalism Awards 2008: Winner – Best Property Publication, and Special Mention – Property Feature Journalist (Ed Suter) PICA Awards 2007: B2B – Publishing Excellence, Leisure Mondi Magazine Awards 2005: Winner – Foresight SAPPI PICA Awards 2005: Winner – Philip Tyler Trophy for Innovation in Magazine Publishing Brandhouse Media Owners Challenge Awards 2005:Winner – Innovation in Publishing SAPPI PICA Awards 2005: B2B – Highly Commended Mondi

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If you haven’t yet, you really should …

It’s a bittersweet editorial for me this month, because it will be my last with The Property Magazine. It’s been an incredible journey, and I’ve met the most amazing people across a range of disciplines, from real estate, decor and design to those in the leisure and entertainment � eld. I was completely new to the real estate industry, but have found it fascinating, and to all the people who helped and supported me with information and insight over the past year, I have to say a big ‘thank you’.

I’m delighted to announce that The Property Magazine has been awarded the Sapoa Publishing Award for ‘Best Property Magazine of the Year 2011’. It’s just another accolade in a long line of awards, but one that we are truly proud of. A lot has to do with the amazing team that puts the magazine together, especially our incredibly talented art director, Warren Uytenbogaardt, who worked endless hours to ensure the redesign of the magazine went according to plan.

The award was given at the annual Sapoa conference, where one of the highlights was the address by Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale. Tokyo’s message to property owners was clear: while property ownership for all is essential, and everyone has a right to own property, the principles of the Constitution of the country are sound, and this extends to property ownership. ‘No

law can just allow arbitrary deprivation of property,’ he said. ‘Our Constitution cannot be treated as a piece of toilet paper. It is a formidable law that comes with the dreams and hopes of the people.’ At the same time, he encouraged Sapoa members to assist him in his mission to deracialise property ownership in South Africa, and to reunite the townships of South Africa with its cities. ‘We need to reverse the legacy of apartheid to unite Johannesburg and Soweto, Umlazi and Durban. We need to close that gap and unite the people,’ he said.

On a � nal note, it’s � tting that the guest editor of my � nal issue is Peter Gilmour, chairman of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, because he was one of the very � rst people I interviewed when I � rst started working at The Property Magazine, and throughout the year he and his team have been extremely supportive.

Nicky Manson, currently deputy editor of Sandton magazine, will be taking over as editor of The Property Magazine from next month. I’m sure she’ll get as much joy out of it as I have.

Check out the Paul du Toit sculpture on top of Strand Tower

Hotel on Strand Street in Cape Town. Entitled That’s Me on

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is looking up for homebuyers and property investors

THE NEIGHBOURHOODHILLCREST AND BEYOND


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Propertydecor, trends, luxury, design & real estateGAUTENGEst. 2004, Issue 222

Winner of 10 publishing awards

JUNE/JULY 2011



THE NEIGHBOURHOOD

THE KZN MIDLANDS

TRENDWATCH

KIT OUT YOUR HOME OFFICEMODERN SANDTON PENTHOUSE – A NEW

URBAN LIFESTYLE AMONG THE CLOUDS

Atterbury and ENL developing the

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CHILLING IN STYLEThe Property Magazine was in our room on our arrival at the Erinvale Estate Hotel & Spa, where my daughter and I spent four nights in the Damask Suite being well taken care of. (One morning, standing at the doors leading onto our private patio and the garden beyond was a pair of Egyptian geese having their breakfast while we enjoyed ours. My daughter placed a rose behind my ear as we planned our day of spa treatments and tours.) We loved the Lacoon chair in the article about Espresso Design, as well as the outdoor furniture shown in the Cane Time ad. The article on home heating solutions was also interesting – I’d love to have a stylish � replace in my home. Thank you for the inspiring ideas, and thanks to Erinvale for the great rest!Karen Leigh, via email

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BLOEMFONTEIN AND BEYONDI’ve just picked up the latest issue of The Property Magazine. It’s riveting, as usual. I’ve been an avid reader of The Property Magazine for a little over a year now. The � rst time I saw it, I bought it because of its size; it’s bigger than other magazines. I paged through it, and I was mesmerised. I’d previously published a youth publication in Bloemfontein, and used your visionary magazine as the benchmark of superior design, editorial and content delivery. Out of all the magazines I buy, yours is the � nest; Top Billing magazine doesn’t even come close to it, and they have TV, radio and online to back them.

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14 years ago.

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Game Reserve, where it recovered and was named

Jabulani (‘to rejoice’). In 2002 he was joined by a

dozen more elephants, which had been rescued from

a grim fate at the hands of ‘war veterans’.

The elephants’ upkeep is no mean feat – the

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Jabulani was established to help supplement the

lifestyle these magnificent animals so richly deserve.

Camp Jabulani has since become a must for

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a gourmet dinner.

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ballooning and guided visits to the Hoedspruit

Endangered Species Centre are among the other

activities in which guests may indulge.

Mellow and satisfied by the events of the day,

guests can then retreat to one of six luxury suites or

the Zindoga Villa, which accommodates small groups.

(Crossing the hanging bridge to the suites is a little

adventure in itself!) Thatched roofs, a mix of

grass-daubed and canvas walls, net-covered

four- poster beds, fireplaces, glassed-in outdoor

showers, massive stone baths and private plunge

pools welcome the bush enthusiast. During the day

some of the ‘walls’ are rolled away, eliminating the

boundaries between guest and bush.

Camp Jabulani is infused with a love of the

bush and the elephants that brought it into being.

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Africa, and shares the secret of perfectly

prepared lamb.

Q How did you end up living in Cape Town and working as head chef at Cassia?I met my wife, Safura, in the UK while I was

working as a chef in a restaurant in London.

She is from Cape Town and we decided to

move back to South Africa and the Cape,

where her family is from. I had heard about

Cassia and in April 2008 I applied for the

position of chef de partie, got it, and am

still here.

Q What is your favourite winter ingredient?It would have to be mushrooms – I love their

different textures and fl avours. One of my

favourites is an old French classic, coq au vin,

which to me is home-style cooking at its best.

Q Who would be your dream guests to cook for?Gordon Ramsay, to show him what real food

should taste like! On a more serious note,

cooking for Nelson Mandela, who is a national

and international icon, would be the biggest

honour that I could imagine.

Q Lamb is your favourite dish. Any tips to getting it right? Good-quality free-range lamb is essential, as is

time, patience and the right seasoning.

Q What do you like most about South African cuisine?The simplicity and honesty of the food.

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versatility, are really great. There are also the

different ingredients that we have available

here and are not found anywhere else.

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Odds are you’ll be backOdd Café in Greenside makes a refreshing change from fast-food franchises and their maudlin

cookie-cutter burgers and muffi ns. The restaurant is anything but uniform. The exterior is covered in

graffi ti and none of the outdoor furniture pieces match. The reclaimed table legs are wrapped in cartoon

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as you enter the diminutive interior. Phrases such as ‘Hoschie’, ‘Duh’ ‘Ice-maker’ and ‘Thank you, Captain

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The menu is just as eclectic and includes thoroughly yummy items, such as the halloumi, ‘mama’ chilli

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Back to basics The global shift towards green living, coupled with nostalgia for the intimate speciality shops of old, is behind

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organic food. You’ll fi nd veggies with the soil still on, and they won’t be smothered in plastic either. About

Olives, Cake Pops & Lemonade, Ceramics Collective and Starving Artist are just a few of the stalls open every

Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Most of the food on offer is locally sourced too.

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More power to CubeDario de Angeli, owner and chef at Cube Tasting Kitchen in Parktown

North, says that although his menu might seem exotic, most of the meals

have classical origins. Cube is unique in that instead of serving a standard

three- course meal, it treats diners to a tasting course of 13 to 18 dishes.

The emphasis is on fl avour, texture and colour, and Dario doesn’t shy away

from using foam, ice, jellies and dehydrated food powders to get his point

across. He recommends patrons set aside a minimum of four to six hours

to dine at Cube. And don’t expect to order the same item twice at the

monochromatically dressed eatery, as the menu changes every six to eight

weeks. +27 (0)82 422 8158

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Enticing off erings from places near and far.

Green all the wayJohannesburg fi nally has its very own dedicated vegetarian and vegan restaurant.

The Greenside Café is owned and run by Dimitri Gutjahr, a long-time vegetarian

who has taken it upon himself to provide Johannesburg’s citizens with a

delicious alternative that’s fresh, wholesome and devoid of meat, eggs and dairy.

With Dimitri in the kitchen, a vegan diet is anything but boring, You’ll also be

doing your bit for Mother Nature – vegan diets are good for the environment.

+27 (0)11 646 3444, thegreensidecafe.co.za

WINTER CLASSICS Furla’s Winter 2011 collection does the

brand proud. The bags are available in

a variety of materials, including leather

and suede, and the predominantly

dark winter colours characterising the

collection are offset by bright pink

and tan accents. Pictured is the trendy

Guggenheim bag. Find Furla at Hyde

Park Corner shopping centre.

+27 (0)11 325 6468; furla.com

The winter range by coveted

Australian clothing brand,

Witchery, is all about

updated classics with a

dose of individuality for

fashion- forward women

and men. Available

from Stuttafords.

+27 (0)11 879 1000,

stuttafords.co.za;

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The winter range by coveted

Australian clothing brand,

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HOT PROPERTY

HOT STUFF

Out and about in June

Burn the Floor 14 July – 14 AugustBurn the Floor is an international dance sensation where

20 champion dancers perform ballroom favourites, including

the foxtrot, the Charleston, the cha-cha and the rumba, as well

as the salsa, to name a few. Go on a journey through the drama

of dance and enjoy an evening fi lled with sensational dancing

on the Mandela Stage at the Jo’burg Theatre. Tickets from R195.

+27 (0)11 877 6898, joburgtheatre.com; burnthefl oor.com

Friday Lunch Hour Classical ConcertsIf relaxing and listening to beautiful classical music at the end of a

long, stressful week is your idea of a good time, then you should

make a turn at the Old Mutual Theatre on the Square at Sandton

City, where every Friday at 12.45 p.m. you can catch the Lunch

Hour classical music concerts. Tickets are R30, including coffee and

biscuits. It doesn’t get more civilised than this.

+27 (0)11 883 8606, theatreonthesquare.co.za

Capitec Bank Swapping Mall 30–31 JulyIn line with National Savings Month in July, Capitec Bank is

launching South Africa’s fi rst Swapping Mall in Johannesburg.

This free event encourages would-be shoppers to become

smart swappers. Participants can swap clothes, books, art and

accessories for items of similar value. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at

Studio Four, Atlas Studios, Milpark.

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WHAT’S ONENTERTAINMENT

Flip outFor thousands of years the ocean has beckoned to humankind … There’s something

primordial and alluring about it that continues to fascinate us. Whether your interest lies

in cruising the waves, deep-sea fi shing or exploring the mind-blowing beauty of the reefs,

there is no shortage of gear to help you achieve your goal, as evidenced by the array

of products standing ready to be displayed at this year’s National Boat Show and Dive

Expo. The expo takes place at the Coca-Cola Dome in Northriding from 12–14 August and

is sponsored by the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA), among others.

A wide range of boats, yachts, scuba gear, courses and destinations will be on offer

alongside scuba diving workshops and the Wake Wars wakeboarding championships,

which always draw a crowd. There are some great prizes to be won too.

0861 115 318, myboatshow.co.za

GETTING SOME AIRPLAYThe Zeppelin Air is the newest AirPlay wireless audio system that

any music fans should put on their bucket list. Designed by Apple,

the fully integrated AirPlay technology allows users to easily

stream their music wirelessly from their iTunes, iPhone, iPad or

iPod touch, without having to dock the device into the speaker

system. The Zeppelin Air is the latest improvement on the original,

multi-award- winning Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin, providing another

seismic shift in audio performance, design and functionality.

We love the spaceship-like design, which is appropriate for any

contemporary home. AirPlay requires iTunes 10.1 or later and an

iPhone, iPad or iPod touch with iOS 4.2 or later.

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In the middle of Sandton’s financial business hub, which hums and bustles with activity, is a unique, triple-storey

penthouse that oozes sophistication and style, but more importantly, gives off a quiet and peaceful calm.

Words Nicky MansonPhotographs Karl Rogers

Sky LiviNg

ON SHOW

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ON SHOW

The Gasman, +27 (0)83 441 0638Steel Studio International, +27(0)11 608 1963

Top left Steel Studio International manufactured and installed the structural glass and

stainless steel balustrades. The company’s expertise and fine workmanship are displayed

on this project. Steel Studio professionals were able to interpret the architect’s brief and

bring the balustrade designs to life. Top right This stylish fireplace was designed and

manufactured by The Gasman. The remotely operated, linear gas grate has a modern design

and does not require a chimney. The Gasman has a wide variety of designs and specialises

in manufacturing custom-designed gas appliances, braais and fireplaces to meet any

individual specification. Bottom right Kiwi Timber Decking installed the garapa decking,

leaving it untreated for a faded grey finish. The company has 20 years’ experience building

decks, safari camps and lodges in southern Africa. Its portfolio includes the Presidential

residence in Pretoria, Premier Hotel OR Tambo, 20 West hotel and the Nicol Apartments.

Opposite, top All flooring across the first and second floors, main bedroom and the

cladding of various walls, stairs and doors is by Flooring Depot. The product used is

TrueWood engineered oak. Flooring Depot has installed the floors on 3mm Acoustilay

for enhanced sound and support properties. Bottom The three elegant, custom-designed

kitchens attest to NH Manufacturing’s outstanding skills in producing, supplying and fitting

fine cabinetry in a variety of styles and designs. NH Manufacturing also supplied the wall

cladding in the front kitchen, the fridge/freezer cladding in the back kitchen, the PABX

rooms and all vanities and BICs..

Kiwi Timber Decking, +27 (0)11 477 4000

ON SHOW

Flooring Depot, 0800 3566 7464

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NH Manufacturing, +27 (0)11 824 5561

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Below Specialising in upmarket residential construction and

complicated renovations, Helm Construction was the main building

contractor on this project. The task included the demolition of existing

structures, rebuilding the penthouse to the architect’s specifications,

managing all subcontractors and ensuring on-time completion of the

project to the client’s satisfaction. The company was also responsible

for overseeing the installation of all finishings. Helm Construction

sees its projects as partnerships with its clients and provides

building solutions that ensure the realisation of its clients’ dreams.

Opposite, top Specialising in a variety of multipurpose synthetic grass

installations, from sports to education and landscaping, African Sports

Turf says: ‘If you can dream it, we can green it!’ The company has

covered the deck in Turf GD 40, a realistic synthetic lawn that’s soft

to the touch, explains Fred Nel. Bottom right The Geberit concealed

cistern together with the dual-flush Sigma 50 flush actuator plate in

black adds a sleek and sophisticated style to this modern bathroom

design. Geberit seamlessly combines design, functionality and

reliability, promotes water saving and is hygienic and space saving,

making it the perfect solution to transforming any bathroom.

ON SHOW

‘The ideal home for the 21st- century urban family.’

t his masterpiece with rooftop terrace defies space and light. A visual feast, the 1 200m2 penthouse features a colour palette of black, grey and

white hues to create a sleek and elegant space while the large glass sliding doors in place of windows allow the sun’s natural light to filter through the entire apartment and provide stunning views of Sandton’s blue skies.

Helm Construction, a company that specialises in upmarket residential homes, built the penthouse and also managed all subcontractors to ensure completion of the project to the client’s satisfaction.

The unique design of the penthouse is the product of the talents of Stefan Antoni Olmesdahl Truen Architects, (SAOTA) and OKHA Design & Interiors.

Intriguing design touches punctuate the entire home: the spectacular roof terrace with rim-flow pool is complemented by Design Plus’s exterior furnishings and a spectacular deck created by Kiwi Timber Decking.

On the first floor alone the penthouse boasts three lounges (one with a creative pebble gas fireplace designed by The Gas Man), a double-volume dining room and gourmet kitchen with walk-in fridge and

Helm Construction, +27 (0)11 475 3129

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ON SHOW

African Sports Turf, +27 (0)82 312 9928

Geberit Southern Africa, +27 (0)11 444 5070

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Professionals list:

African Sports Turf – Synthetic Grass Applications

+27 (0)82 312 9928, [email protected], africanst.com

Flooring Depot – Wooden and Laminate Flooring

0800 3566 7464, [email protected], flooringdepot.co.za

Geberit Southern Africa – Sanitary Technology

+27 (0)11 444 5070, [email protected], geberit.co.za

Helm Construction – High-quality Construction

+27 (0)11 475 3129, [email protected], helmconstruction.co.za

Kiwi Timber Decking – Wood Decking

+27 (0)11 477 4000, [email protected], timberdecking.co.za

Lynn Estates – Developer

+27(0)11 884 3103, [email protected], lynnestates.com

NH Manufacturing – Kitchen Design and Cabinetry

+27 (0)11 824 5561, [email protected], nhmanufacturing.co.za

Steel Studio International – Balustrades and Staircases

+27 (0)11 608 1963, [email protected], steelstudio.co.za

The Gasman – Custom-Designed Braais and Fireplaces

+27(0)83 441 0638, [email protected], thegasman.co.za

ON SHOWON SHOW

freezer. This chef ’s dream kitchen by NH Manufacturing is fitted with the latest Smeg appliances. There’s a stunning staircase with glass balustrades created by Steel Studio International that invites you to the second floor, where three magnificent executive bedrooms, beautifully appointed by Stanley Shane of Design Plus entice you. Padding across beautiful wooden floors designed and fitted by Flooring Depot, you reach the glamorous bathrooms, exquisitely fitted out by San Marco and Geberit Southern Africa. Then to the third floor.

With its private lift, the main bedroom comprising the full third floor is like a scene straight from a Hollywood movie. It leads out onto a 200m2 roof terrace with firepit, Jacuzzi and kitchenette/ bar. Stretching out before you is a synthetic lawn especially designed by African Sports Turf, while the sweeping vistas of the Sandton skyline complete the world-class experience.

With all its luxuries plus two butler suites and four garages, this Sandton penthouse is the ideal home for the 21st-century urban family.

Above The master bedroom takes up the third floor in its entirety. Below The linear, modern architectural aesthetic has been softened by textured fabrics, plush seating and flowing

artworks to create a sense of warmth and comfort and an ideal space to unwind.

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The bucolic byways of KZN’s Midlands are waking at last from their long slumber – but this time the developers are doing it by the book.Words David Mullany Photographs Sally Chance

KingdomMyfor a horse

This page Capturing all the country charm in a vision of gumpoles, glass, light and landscape is the

recently completed Wedding Chapel at The Windmills in Nottingham Road by Koop Design.

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A horse trots into a bar and orders a beer. The barman slides the brew across the counter and says, ‘Why the long face?’

Ja, it’s an old joke, but it’s also absolutely true. I know: I was there when it happened.

The bar in question was the pub at the legendary Nottingham Road Hotel, aka ‘Notties’. We’d come to Notties from Durban for the weekend and were sinking a few frosties in KZN’s oldest pub when our conversation was interrupted by the clatter of hooves on the wooden floorboards. We turned to behold a rather large horse being led into the bar by its owner, a young, grinning Midlands farmer. He spoke to the barman: ‘I’ll have a brandy and Coke and the usual for the horse.’ The man behind the bar that day was an itinerant Welshman who’d been touring South Africa, stopped for a meal at the pub and ended up staying for good. He was a hunchback, so naturally we called him ‘the Gnome of Gnottingham Road’. He handed a pint glass to the farmer, who held it against the nag’s muzzle as it downed the beer in a matter of seconds. The regular barflies didn’t even bother to look around. A horse in a pub was perfectly natural to them.

Life’s like that in the Midlands, the land of moo-cows, manure, Old Natal Money – and some of the most beautiful scenery in all

of South Africa. Lakes, valleys and meadows, groves of gum trees and forests of pine clambering up the hillsides. Plus a necklace of galleries, potteries, antique shops, country delis and places with kitschy-cute names, such as Toad Hall or Piggly Wiggly. This is a place where life’s normal rules don’t apply, a place populated by fiercely independent and eccentric characters with pioneer blood in their veins. In this bucolic Ruritania the pace of life plods along pleasantly like the herds of dairy cattle that, along with tourism, represent the area’s major industry.

The day-tripper droves were once a weekend event. Today the influx has become permanent as more city dwellers quit the rat race for a less stressful life in the boondocks. As a result, the Midlands has become a desirable property region in its own right.

In terms of property potential, the modern Midlands is defined roughly by the boundaries of the Midlands Meander: the eat-drink-buy-or-just-chill-out community of artists, potters, crafters and, yes, butchers, bakers and candlestick-makers who have turned the region into one of SA’s top tourist destinations, from Hilton to Curry’s Post, Karkloof and Mount West on the right of the N3 highway to Jo’burg, and in the west, the chain of habitations along Route R103: Dargle, Lidgetton, Balgowan and Fort Nottingham to Nottingham Road, the

region’s unofficial capital. Next comes the hamlet of Rosetta, and finally, Mooi River in the north.

If the Midlands has a heart, in the physical sense, it has to be Nottingham Road. The town centre looks like a nuked garbage dump, but it’s what surrounds it that counts: Notties pub; the iconic Rawdons Hotel and attached brewery; boutique hotels and spas, such as the five-star Fordoun, and Brookdale Health Hydro; trout fisheries; guest lodges, B & Bs, cafés and restaurants (there are 57 eateries in the central Midlands alone); the usual art, craft and antique suspects; and, more recently, Gowrie Village and Gowrie Farm & Golf Estate, a mixed-use residential and commercial development at the entrance to the town. These latter developments have breathed new life into the central Midlands, but, happily, it’s happened on a much smaller and more measured scale than elsewhere in the province.

Property specialists agree that a major driving force behind the property surge in the Midlands has been provided by well-off parents whose children attend the region’s prestigious schools: famous-again Michaelhouse in Balgowan (think Spud and Patrick Lambie); Hilton College, Treverton College and Weston College in Mooi River; and Clifton Prep and King’s School in Nottingham Road.

Notes Peter Greene, principal of Meander Real Estates in Nottingham Road, ‘There is an increasing trend for families to purchase property in the area while their children attend one of the local schools. Also, many newcomers set up home here with wife and kids in daily residence, while Dad the businessman commutes weekly from either Durban or Johannesburg.’

Peter says Gowrie Village and Gowrie Farm & Golf Estate have changed the nature of property investment in the area: ‘They have established a central development core in the Midlands. A number of other residential estates have also been developed over the past eight years, ranging from 9-unit clusters all the way up to the 134 sites in Gowrie Village.’

Vacant plots in Gowrie Village range between R300 000 and R900 000, while built houses cost between R1,8 million and R4 million. Of the village’s planned homes, 70% have been built, and the project also includes a small commercial component with 25 shops and service outlets.

On Gowrie Farm, land prices range from R800 000 to R1,6 million, with houses priced from R4,2 million to R6,2 million. Gowrie’s Pietermaritzburg-based developer, Guy Smith, says 10 of the homes are permanent dwellings, and the rest are second homes owned by out-of-towners.

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This spread, from left Cows near Mooi River doing what cows do – absolutely nothing; Astrid Dahl and her internationally acclaimed ceramics; children visit the animals at Lavender Trout’s

petting zoo; the recently finished Charles Smythe Cottage on Gowrie Farm Estate is perfect for corporate or private getaways.

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‘He handed a pint glass to the farmer, who held it against the nag’s muzzle as it downed the beer in a matter of seconds. The regular barflies didn’t even bother to look around. Life’s like that in the Midlands …’

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on the top neighbourhoods in South Africa.

With thanks to …

Gowrie Estate, Clive Foss, +27 (0)33 266 6151, gowrie.co.za

Harcourts Country Lifestyle Estates, Liz Fischer, +27 (0)33 267 7545, harcourts.co.za

Meander Real Estates & Gowrie Village, Peter Greene, +27 (0)33 266 6456,meander.co.za

Other developments in the region include Rawdons Country Estate (14 stands), Eaglecrest Wildlife Estate (38), Oakbrook Estate (10) and Mziki Estate (9). Proposed projects include an expanded Rawdons Estate and Hillside and Windspur – all within the Nottingham Road Village node.

Interestingly, the estates have proved attractive to residents from Hillcrest closer to the coast, mainly because their little village has been turned into a cluttered and ugly strip-mall-cum-office-park because of rampant overdevelopment.

Will the Midlands ever end up like ‘Hellcrest’? Not likely, says Peter. ‘Land west of Nottingham Road was sold to a developer and plans were passed for a shopping centre. But the developer had finance problems, and it’s doubtful anything will happen in the short term. On the positive side, most of the new developments have been done tastefully and with sympathy to the region’s country ambience.’ He says the past decade has seen a handsome increase in property

prices. ‘Many Michaelhouse parents paid the school fees from the boosted value of their weekend property. The most expensive stands at the 2003 launch of Gowrie Village was R190 000; today, this stand would sell for R550 000.’

Liz Fischer, principal of Harcourts Lifestyle Country Estates in Rosetta, says, ‘People are relocating from the cities to give their young families a rural lifestyle. Nottingham Road has enjoyed a significant growth period; now it’s Rosetta’s turn – thanks to the new Spring Grove dam, due for completion in 2013.’

While some properties close to Nottingham Road have been rezoned and developed, Liz says official restrictions on rezoning agricultural land have curbed any runaway development. ‘Access to water is always a problem. While a 20ha property can support a single dwelling with a borehole, you’re going to have a problem if you try to fit a dozen houses on the same property.’ Current prices in the central Midlands run

from about R750 000 for 3 000m2 of land to R6,5 million for similar sized land with a home on it, adds Liz.

The affable owner of the Notties, Clive Foss, also handles hospitality at the Gowrie Estate clubhouse. He says, ‘I don’t think there will ever be malls here. We don’t have the population to support these massive investments. Historically, Nottingham Road never had a residential area. This occurred only with the development of places like Gowrie, Eaglecrest and Mziki. Farmers cannot sell to developers because it’s extremely difficult to get agricultural land rezoned. People are buying large farms for the gracious old homesteads and then leasing the land back to neighbouring farmers – very much a win-win situation.’

Developer Guy Smith is a ‘complete fanatic’ when it comes to the principles of New Urbanism, the philosophy that favours mixed-use developments with offices, retail and residences within walking distance of each other. Similarly, the architecture must

take its cue from the region and contribute to the area as a whole.

To this end, Guy ensures the residential component of Gowrie Village is strictly controlled via limitations on the type and size of homes on various plots. The neighbouring 380ha Gowrie Farm features a golf course, clubhouse and four trout dams, while 280ha of open land are still worked by the original farmer. Now Guy is busy on his newest project, near Hilton College. It too is a mixed-use project, with scope for 340 units together with offices, coffee shops a driving range and 70ha of open space. More than 180 of the properties have been sold, most varying between 380m² and 1,4ha. Prices start at R250 000, going up to R1,8 million.

Liz sums up the Midlands lifestyle: ‘We enjoy a wonderful rural environment – fresh air, no stress, little traffic, relaxed, friendly people, plenty of space and relatively little crime. The only negative I can think of is that I forget to pay attention to traffic lights when I drive in the city.’

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Australian born designer marc newson’s aesthetic vision and uncompromising originality have won him international acclaim. objects designed by Newson, as well as being perfectly engineered mechanisms, created with meticulous attention to detail, appear to provoke physical reactions, making you want to look, to touch. His talent is not restricted by materials, he knows how to develop any design with simple genius: from the Lockheed Lounge, the extraordinary aluminum chaise longue, an iconic piece in the history of design, to the spaceplane for EADS astrium or to the complete interiors for Qantas airway’s A380 ‘superjumbo’ Fleet. With Smeg, Newson experiments, for the First time, with the design of domestic appliances and demonstrates, once again, that his unmistakable creations are capable of speaking to everybody and that there is no object that his talent cannot shape.

Smeg believe that objects of daily-use should not only Fill an environment; they should create an atmosphere. This is why technology and functionality are deeply connected to style and aesthetics. This sensitivity, which has inspired the collaboration with great architects and designers of our time, is the perfect expression of Made in Italy which combines art and industrial expertise in everyday objects. Soft lines, maximum functional intuitiveness, elegant surfaces in stainless steel or glass and colours: these are the distinctive elements of the new aesthetic line designed by Marc Newson. Because the house is a place to live, not to pass through.

Words Genevieve Fisher

Take a walk with us through our ideal, on-trend home, where you will be inspired by the living room’s throwback to the ’70s, the bedroom’s

Bohemian ambience, the kitchen’s monochromatic colour scheme, the bathroom’s rounded and soft � nishes, the drama of the entrance area, the dining room’s sense of ease and the outdoor area’s feeling of … well, being an extension of the other rooms in the house.

This concept home has been � lled according to the wishlists of the top professionals in the interior decor and design industries, and captures the key trends of our time.

We’ve roped in interior design and decor heavyweights to give us the heads-up on the hottest trends in home spaces.

In thezone

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TRENDS

the heads-up on the hottest

colour scheme, the bathroom’s rounded and soft � nishes, the drama of the entrance area, the dining room’s sense of ease and the outdoor area’s feeling of … well, being an extension of the other rooms in the house.

This concept home has been � lled according to the wishlists of the top professionals in the interior decor and design industries, and captures the key trends of our time.

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PROPERTY neighbourhood watchTRENDS

Entrance Zone Adam Court, Okha:

‘When stepping into the entrance area of a home, you should get a tangible sense of arrival, an ambience of excitement and drama that marks the moment of

crossing over into a new environment. High ceilings, gallery-like spaces, elevation of the area, or different wall treatments to the rest of the interior, are good

ways to evoke this. The entrance area is also the fi rst opportunity to display individuality as well as charm in the form of artworks and captivating sculpture, as

it is an area of exchanging fi rst impressions and formalities of social decorum. It is also the ideal location to feature large-scale sculptural lighting, something

powerful and unique that can be seen even when approaching the property.

‘With regards to furniture and accessories, a long and narrow server will allow you to display tabletop artworks, vases and glass collections, plus it’s the ideal

key-drop area. I would suggest working with fewer, more dramatic statement items rather than cluttering the space. Mirrors are ideal accessories to make the

area feel bigger, especially if they are as grandiose as possible. And, of course, everyone has one fi nal mirror check before they step out.

‘Most entrance areas are not large, so try to create a greater sense of openness and space with light, airy colour palettes, as the last thing you want to

encounter is a badly lit, dark and dingy environment. The experience should be uplifting, invigorating and sensory on every level. When it comes to fi nishes and

fl ooring, hardy, durable, easy-to-clean natural materials are currently on trend, such as marble, slate, timber, and porcelain tiles.’

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1European Oak Rustic-Grade Flooring, Bestwood Flooring. 2Tray Tables, Dokter & Misses. 3Dragon Sofa, Colonial House Design. 4Red Light Carpet, Bretz Imports. 5Etch Lights (Tom Dixon), Créma Design. 6Ceramic Vase, Hennie Meyer Ceramics. 7Floor Cushion, Weylandts. 8Apollo Leather Occasional Chair, Chateau d’Ax. 9Floriana Wingback, Sarah Ord Interiors. 10Orbital Lamp (Foscarini), Créma Design. 11Leaves in Autumn Footstool, Skinny La Minx. 12Wall-mounted bookcase system

(Zalf), Espresso Design. 13Future City Wall Decal, Wall Art Stickers. 14Flash Tables (Tom Dixon), Créma Design.

Living ZoneTrevyn McGowan, Source:

‘Anything retro that has a ’70s feel is currently big for interior spaces. New York’s Upper-East-Side aesthetic, inspired by the 1970s, is the source of inspiration,

with a restrained yet sophisticated look. Vintage furniture that not only has provenance but also hints of the future is currently on-trend – the line of thinking is,

“antiques of the future”. Rooms have a feeling of spaciousness and non-clutter, where sofas are elevated, allowing you to see the fl oor, and don’t take up a lot

of space. Carpets and rugs are tending towards the exotic one-offs with an Indian feel and patchwork design, which act as the focal piece of a room. Groups of

interestingly shaped coffee tables, as opposed to one large one, is a growing trend, as are interesting sculptural pieces, such as vases and lamps, which are also

good focal points.

‘With regards to colour palettes, washed-out ’70s sepia is the biggest infl uence, with muted fl esh tones, greys, beige, toffee and pale pinks being derivatives.

‘This retro feel continues through to lighting, where a backdrop and ambience of warmth is achieved through the placement of bulbs in ceiling recesses and

adjusted by downlighters. Added to this, strategically placed standing lamps or clusters of lamps that create nodes of light are a big trend, as are unique and

off- centre chandeliers.

‘When it comes to materials and textiles, luxe fabrics are important, because of their texture and quality. Layering of various textures is another big trend,

particularly with leather, sheepskin, velvet and mohair.’

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Wendy says the 21st-century kitchen is fast becoming the social/nerve centre of the home, and its design needs to refl ect this. ‘Its functionality now incorporates

cooking, entertaining and socialising, as well as digital communication, stock control and home security control,’ she says. ‘It’s all about using space, accessories and

fi nishes to make the kitchen a refl ection of you and your lifestyle.’ Andrew Hamilton Barr says kitchens are becoming increasingly simplifi ed yet beautiful, to give

them a timeless element. In terms of design, he says the trend is for Italian manufacturers to team up with well-known designers so that kitchens are cutting-edge

and are associated with a world-renowned name.

Well-designed lighting that is functional and sets the mood is important in kitchens. The big trend here is to integrate lighting within the cabinetry. Wendy and

Andrew agree that there is a move away from halogen lighting to more eco-effi cient LED lighting. ‘Illuminated cabinetry with glass fronts and shelving units with

glass shelves with integrated LED lighting provide great opportunities to set up accents within the kitchen design where storage meets display,’ says Wendy.

In terms of kitchen cabinetry, Wendy says cabinets are going beyond the traditional depth of 600mm. ‘“Transparency”, “revealing” and “concealing” are key

themes, while glass drawer sides and fronts are extremely popular. We are also seeing glass being used as a worktop material and for door fronts. Glass can come in

different fi nishes, from gloss to sandblasted, and can also be coloured,’ she explains. Andrew says the thickness of the doors also varies – the trend is a less-chunky,

12mm door. ‘There is also a move towards handle-less cabinets,’ he adds.

Monochromatic colour palettes are big in worktops, splashbacks and doors. In fi nishings, natural tones, wood veneers and repro-wood veneers with white still

dominating are all on-trend, says Wendy. ‘Black and white glass, high-gloss or soft hydro-lacquer have never gone out of style, and white appliance ranges that can

match white kitchens or provide a contrast to other neutral colours are becoming more prevalent.’

The latest trend in kitchen fl ooring is towards a seamless fi nish that allows an integrated fl ow from the kitchen to the rest of the open-plan living area. ‘We’re

seeing oversized, high-gloss and matt porcelain tiles in neutral colours, as well as stone-laid fl ooring, such as Quartzcarpet,’ says Wendy. ‘Marmoleum is a popular

choice right now,’ adds Andrew. ‘It’s an eco-friendly covering that offers a seamless fl oor.’

When it comes to being eco-sensitive, Wendy says antibacterial worktops, non-toxic glues for the cabinetry, hydro-lacquers and sustainable woods are popular.

(Recycling bin systems are standard in European kitchens.) New eco-friendly products for worktops are coming onto the market, such as PaperStone by StoneTech,

which is made from 100% recycled paper and petro-free phenolic resins, and is a beautifully fi nished, sustainable composite surface offering a New Age alternative

to the commonly used natural stones.

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1Rational, Alpine German Kitchens. 2Quartz Carpet Millstone, Quartz Carpet. 3Joseph Joseph Flo Oil and Vinegar Pourers, Banks. 4Phoenix Stone in Black, World

of Marble and Granite. 5White Bugatti Italy Appliances, Italian Lifestyle. 6Side-by-Side Fridge, LG. 7Cassis Deep Heart- Shaped Stoneware Casserole, Le Creuset. 8CombiSet, Miele. 9Unoedue Modular Wall-Unit System in Wood and Matt Lacquer, Espresso Design. 10Rational, Alpine German Kitchens. 11Under-Counter

Fluorescent Tube Fittings and Built-In Cabinet Downlighters, Lighting Warehouse. 12Water Zone Concept (Dornbracht), Flush Bathrooms.5

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‘Lighting is crucial to the dining zone: a feature light fi tting or ceiling activation makes the area intimate and adds a sense of drama and magic through the

channelling of light and mood. Over-scaled light fi ttings and the hidden source of light are big trends, as is the use of new lighting technology in the spirit of

sustainability, such as energy-saving LED lights, which can be installed in clusters and are dimmable.

‘When it comes to on-trend furniture, the excesses of the recent past and subsequent recession have steered tastes towards more honest, authentic furniture

and interiors. Less Duco-sprayed furniture, more one-off, handcrafted investment pieces that, in styling and materials, will wear well and have longevity. Chairs

are tending towards lower-backs, and tables are being made out of sandblasted timbers to expose their grain and colour.

‘The colour combination greige remains a big trend, and on the material front, grainy timber and wild, eccentric, exuberant marble and stone are pertinent.

Another big trend in the dining zone is more from a functionality perspective, namely, the ease of having facilities close at hand. For example a well- positioned,

well-designed server that has a silver tray with decanters and elegant glasses invites use by guests, freeing up the host to get on with the serious business of

entertaining. Adjustable mood lighting and slipcovers on chairs allow for changing the dining space from day to night, informal to formal, making spaces fl exible

and alive.’

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Sleeping ZonePaul Duncan, Woolworths:

‘There’s nothing more important than the bed, of course. But what makes it really comfortable, apart from a good mattress, is an upholstered headboard. Bedrooms

have become more than just sleeping zones: they’re rooms in which to lounge about and relax. Sofas and big, comfortable armchairs are becoming more apparent in

the bedroom, which is now re-imagined as a sitting room in which you also sleep and that has easy access to the bathroom nearby. Dressing rooms are always great,

but if you haven’t the space, there is the option of having built-in cupboards that masquerade as freestanding pieces.

‘Lighting is important in the bedroom, because of the calm and romantic ambience inherent to the space. One lamp for ambient lighting is essential – tall with a

big shade – as is a smaller reading lamp or even a desk lamp that has very focused directional lighting.

‘When it comes to linen and fabric, a current trend is T-shirt bedding: it’s warm in the winter and cool in the summer. Mixing and matching bed linen is also a

big trend right now: mixing pattern and print, pattern with stripes, both large and small scale – the look is slightly Bohemian, but it gives a rich visual texture to

the room. There’s a move towards greater luxury and indulgence in the bedroom as people search for products which help the cocooning urge that seems to be

prevalent right now, which is why 300-400-thread-count Egyptian cotton is popular. In the same breath, though, with regards to eco-sensitivity, there is also a move

towards using other fabrics, including linen and cotton blends, such as bamboo and modal. Layered beds are also a favourite trend at the moment: beds layered

with throws, cushions, quilts and so on are more appealing and inviting.

‘With regards to colour palettes, berries and reds are huge, though you might consider using them gently. Colours that tend to be favoured in bedding are more

restful colours, such as pastels, naturals and white.’

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1Vicky Side Table, Frank Böhm Studio. 2Linen,

Gavin Rajah Homeware Collection. 3Mahendi Red,

Lula Fabrics. 4Origami Aloe Cushions and Prickly

Pear Rug, The Mohair Collection. 5Wingback

Chairs (Tom Dixon), Créma Design. 6Rangoli Rug

(Nanimarquina), Créma Design. 7Scatter Cushions,

Ashanti Design. 8Trestle Lamp, Dokter & Misses. 9Silver Oak Vinyl Floors (Pergo), Barrow Flooring. 10Chandwa Patchwork Bedspread, Weylandts. 11Testa Double-Sided Headboard (Nanimarquina),

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Bathing Zone Karyn Robyn, Duravit South Africa:

‘Today, the bathroom is becoming a living room space that offers a refuge from the complex world we live in. The dominant trends are the soft bathroom with an

avant-garde feel, where shapes and designs are more rounded and cosy than sharp with hard edges and corners; the green bathroom, where natural, ecologically

sound materials and timeless, enduring design dominate; the fashionable bathroom that takes on the quality of a living space and becomes an indication of the

user’s personal tastes; and the minimalist bathroom, which promotes modern design that makes life simpler, with a natural or poetic character.

‘The notion of a private spa is growing in appeal as wellness becomes a primary focus in the bathroom. The demand for luxury, aesthetic appeal and the

cult of the body combine in a sophisticated concept that enables these experiences to be enjoyed in intimate privacy. Mood lighting, whirl-tubs, multifunctional

showers, saunas and other spa equipment, such as air nozzles, jet nozzles or rotating back-and-foot-massage nozzles, help to create personal spas.

‘The benefi ts and beauty of water have become an inspiration, from its cascading from shower heads in interesting formations to interesting bath designs that

encourage submersion. Technological trends to watch out for are electronic fi ttings, touch-free operation devices and convenient push-button control of showers

and other bathroom features. When it comes to colours and fi nishes, high-quality wooden surfaces, such as ebony, bleached oak, cherry tree or rosewood, give

the bathroom a lively warmth and personality and introduces a sense of the living room into the bathroom. New, eye-catching black and white high-gloss fi nishes

and black sanitary ceramic items are on-trend.’ +27 (0)11 722 9060, duravit.com

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Outdoor ZoneSusan Perry, The Modern Garden Company

‘By defi ning outdoor zones, you can add another three or even four clear outdoor “rooms” to your house, visibly adding value to your property. Outdoor zoning

can be done by means of shading, heating and lighting. Solar lighting has been a trend for a while and is progressing rapidly into more aesthetically pleasing

design forms. LED/rechargeable is still a signifi cant player and is taking on some much more organic, fl uid and interesting forms. Lighting is also being used to

create soft architecture, giving shape and form without structure.

‘The retro aesthetic is big this season, as with indoor furniture. It seems that the prevailing economic conditions have made us nostalgic. At the Milan Furniture

Fair this year, it was all about new products on old themes. Many of the classical designs were reinterpreted and re-engineered in contemporary materials, giving

a new look to old favourites. Fully upholstered outdoor furniture is currently the way forward – even if the furniture manufacturers were playing it safe in the

designs, the fabric technologies continue to progress. Many of us love the brights that are available, but are not quite brave enough to follow through. So keep

with the neutrals, and go with the on-trend palettes for accessories, such as the glamorous fuchsia, lime green and silver.

‘Outdoor carpets are becoming very popular, and shapes continue to be organic or to move towards the “new retro”. Multifunctional furniture is another big

trend, such as seating that doubles as lighting, stools that open up to become lounging cushions, loungers that fold to become tables and ottomans with tray

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Table (EMU), The Modern Garden Company 5Dedon Nestrest, Cane Time 6Havana Suspension Lamp (Foscarini), Créma Design 7Nova Desk Bowl, Styler 8White

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henniemeyerceramics.co.zaHertex Fabrics, 086 043 7839,hertex.co.zaItalian Lifestyle, +27 (0)11 447 4703,italianlifestyle.co.zaItalcotto, +27 (0)21 425 4192, italcotto.co.zaK. Light Import, +27 (0)21 552 4370,klight.co.zaLavo Bathroom Concepts, +27 (0)21 461 0180, lavo.co.zaLe Creuset, +27 (0)21 905 8529,lecreuset.co.zaLG, 080 054 5454, lg.comMarlanteak, +27 (0)21 425 3817, marlanteak.comMBM, +27 (0)21 461 3552, mbmafrica.co.zaMiele, +27 (0)11 548 1900, miele.co.zaODE DIY, 086 111 3080, ode.co.zaOkha, +27 (0)21 461 7233, okha.comOn Tap, +27 (0)21 422 2516, ontap.co.zaQuartz Carpet, 086 1782 789,quartzcarpet.co.zaRed Hot Glass, +27 (0)21 863 0330,redhotglass.co.zaSarah Ord Interiors, +27 (0)82 378 2155,sarahord.comSkinny laMinx, +27 (0)82 779 9401,skinnylaminx.comStyler, +27 (0)11 708 6090, styler.co.zaThe Lighting Warehouse, +27 (0)11 201 2621,lightingwarehouse.co.zaThe Modern Garden Company, +27 (0)21 434 0611, moderngarden.co.zaThe Mohair Collection, +27 (0)41 487 1386, mohaircollection.co.zaWall Art Stickers, +27 (0)84 061 4121,wallartstickers.co.zaWeylandts, +27 (0)21 425 5282, weylandts.co.zaWorld of Marble and Granite, +27 (0)11 234 4401, womag.co.za

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Tell us more about your business.

The Fabric Library is one of the

leading wholesale distributors

of furnishing fabrics in SA. We

distribute countrywide, with

showrooms in Jo’burg, Pretoria,

Durban, PE and Cape Town. Our

strength lies in the variety of our

collections, ranging from curtaining

to upholstery, and from earthy to

chic and sophisticated, serious to

whimsical, smooth and textured

to colourful and muted. In short,

our fabrics can satisfy any taste

and any budget. We also represent

the imported ranges of Romo,

Osborne & Little, Clarke & Clarke and

Fabricut. The Fabric Library is very

much involved in the decorating

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customers to the highest standard.

Your latest service offering?

Recently we launched the South

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St Leger & Viney is the leading

supplier of decorative furnishing

fabrics and wallpapers to the

South African design industry’s

professionals, and occupies a

strong, directional presence in the

contemporary design landscape. We

represent and distribute the world’s

most prestigious brands, among

them: Cole & Son, Christopher Farr

Cloth, Élitis, GP & J Baker, Kravet,

Lee Jofa, Lizzo, Mulberry, Parkertex,

Ralph Lauren, Raoul, Volga Linen,

Warwick, as well as many others.

Current trends in SA and abroad?

The overarching theme in interiors

right now is what we could call the

‘Global Ethnicity’ trend. It speaks

to the romance and adventure of

travelling abroad and collecting

mementos that become talking

points in the home. For inspiration

we look to ethnographic design

motifs, primarily from the BRICS

group, so the next trend cycle is

all about kelims, ikats, paisleys,

arabesque, chinoiserie, kente and so

forth, but, interestingly, we’re pairing

them all together for a melange of

culture, so to speak.

Your latest, most popular products?

Our brand-new editeur collections.

We expect ‘California Romantic’ by

Ralph Lauren to do well, as well as

the ’50s collection by Sanderson.

A high-profi le project you

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The styling of the Grand Theatre for

Grand Designs Live in collaboration

with Imagine Nation.

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+27 (0)11 448 2060 | halogen.co.za


Halogen International is one of

South Africa’s leading wholesale

fabric distributors and stockists

to the interior decor trade,

including contractors, specifi ers,

architects and retail shops. Halogen

International represents over 30 of

the world’s most exclusive fabric

houses and offers a vast range of

over 200 beautiful, hand-selected

local fabrics to choose from.

Halogen International’s head offi ce

is located in Johannesburg, with a

branch in Cape Town and agents in

both Durban and Port Elizabeth.

What are your criteria for imports?

The interior industry in South

Africa tends to follow the European

trends. We attend trade shows

around the world, ensuring that we

are buying in line with the latest

trends and have the best to offer

the South African market. Halogen

International prides itself on the

quality of the fabric and wallpapers

that it sells and represents in

South Africa.

How can local designers become

more globally competitive?

We feel that South African designers

are very globally competitive.

Just have a look at the number of

designers that have been featured

in the international Andrew Martin

Interior Design Review: in the

last two volumes we had eight

designers featured, with another six

designers set to be featured in the

forthcoming volume.

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Gail Butler, Director

+27 (0)11 444 1584 | mavromac.co.za


Mavromac is the chosen distributor

of some of the world’s foremost

international brands, and is also

home to the country’s most stylish

local brand, Mavromac South. We

welcome both decorators and

members of the public into our

showrooms nationally, and assist

them with their own or their client’s

brief. We carry a vast range of

fabrics, and narrowing the choices

down through the use of various

criteria, such as function, pattern,

style, colour or price, is an essential

and timesaving service we offer.

What are your criteria for imports?

Our international editeurs launch

new collections annually and

some biannually, bringing us

the latest global trends. Our

own Mavromac collections are

sourced worldwide, and through

extensive travel, our eyes and

minds are tuned to spotting the

latest trends and educated in

cutting- edge technology of yarns,

yarn compositions, weaves and

printing processes. Mavromac South

collections are right up there with

global trends!

Tell us about a high-profi le project

that you recently completed.

In conjunction with leading SA

decorators, we have recently

been involved in supplying soft

furnishings to One&Only Cape Town,

Four Points hotels in Africa, private

game reserves, ministerial lounges

at airports, private hospitals, wine

estates and island resorts.

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The Fabric House specialises

in bringing affordable, quality

furnishing base cloths, ‘hand- picked’

short-ends, remnants and end- of- roll

curtaining and upholstery fabrics

to the South African public.

Fabrics are sourced via local and

international fabric houses as well as

textile converters, and sold at cost.

We assist customers with decor

schemes that will fi t all budgets,

from luxurious bedrooms to chic yet

comfortable living spaces. Luxury

and affordability is what we offer at

The Fabric House.


Locally, it’s about bringing style and

elegance to the man on the street.

With the world recovering from a

recession, all our wallets could use

a break. That’s why, at The Fabric

House, we advise by using local,

cheaper base fabrics and pairing

them with those that are gourmet,

stylish, and elegant for that fi nishing

touch. On the international scene,

the trend is to reverse our carbon

footprint, with a return to green,

natural, eco-friendly and organic

fi bre content.

Your latest, most popular products

and services?

Our gorgeous silks, cottons and

linens seem to fl y off the shelf.

Clients are spoilt for choice with

our selection of stunning fabrics,

which we use in the making of

curtains, cushions, reupholstery and

lampshades, all at an affordable rate.

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THE FABRIC HOUSE

Heather Lund-Truter, Owner

+27 (0)10 201 2392 | [email protected]


Chateau d’Ax Italia is a highly

regarded contemporary Italian

furniture and kitchen brand with

over 300 stores worldwide. In

South Africa, Chateau d’Ax was

launched as a carve-out store in

Woodmead but its 2 200m2 fl agship

store on William Nicol is scheduled

to open on 15 September 2011,

followed by other outlets across

the country. Clients will be able to

select from more than 300 bespoke,

exclusive, Italian designs masterfully

upholstered in fabric, microfi bre

or leather. These wide choices

ensure customer satisfaction,

from the mid-level, domestic

customer to the discerning top-end

buyers, architects and designers.

The Chateau d’Ax Italia Contract

Division, meanwhile, caters to the

exacting needs of the contract

industry, with ranges tailor-made to

suit any contract specifi cation.


Bold pops of colour in interiors.

Think Mondrian-inspired furniture

and kitchens in yellows, reds, blues

as well as purples and tropical hues.

Chateau d’Ax has many different

colours to choose from in leathers,

fabrics and paint fi nishes.


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Construction on the newest residential development within Melrose Arch begins this month, and the apartments promise

to deliver even more of the good life.

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Imagine living a European-flavoured life where shops, banks and restaurants are at your fingertips and your home is a combination of sleek postmodern

designs and sophisticated functionality. This is the life offered you by Melrose

Arch, where residential, retail and relaxation spaces meld in harmony.

The year 2005 saw the beginning of the ingenious collaboration of living space with the established retail, restaurant and office precinct with the addition of 47 residential units. Another 66 units were built over the following two years. And now, a further

59 units are to be developed, for a grand total of 172 exclusive residential units.

Set in the upmarket neighbourhood of Melrose in Johannesburg, Melrose Arch has for years held a reputation for luxury shopping, dining, working and living, and with the addition of more residential apartments and penthouses, you too can discover the benefits of cosmopolitan living on your doorstep.

The new units have been designed by Osmond Lange Architects and Planners, the group primarily responsible for the Arch’s overall urban design concepts. Their

inspiration is a timeless and contemporary look in keeping with the principles of new urbanism.

Amdec, the Cape Town-based developer of Melrose Arch, is now the sole owner of the mixed-use precinct. Melrose Arch General Manager, Guy Gordon, explains how this popular lifestyle destination has developed over the years: ‘We have spent a lot of time and attention on the functional use of space, sustainable design and technology.

‘The original product has now evolved onwards and upwards to become an even more exceptional product.’

Pam Golding Properties is mandated to market and sell the new residential product.

The new development phase is valued at R400 million and will comprise a five-storey luxury apartment block.

Situated adjacent to Protea Group’s Fire & Ice hotel on Whiteley Road, these new luxury apartments will range from one- bedroom, 95m2 units to four-bedroom, 860m2 penthouses, with prices starting at R3,5 million and ranging through to R25 million for the largest penthouses.

Also on the plans are two-bedroom units, two-bedroom-and-study units and

live Words Nicky Manson

Opposite and this page From the clean-lined facade to the breezy interiors, the new apartments at Melrose Arch exemplify a luxurious, modern, urban lifestyle.

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Clockwise from top A plush main bedroom; Melrose Arch residents enjoy a high-street lifestyle; attractive landscape architecture by Uys & White.

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With thanks to …

Amdec Property Development, +27 (0)21 702 3200, amdec.co.za

Pam Golding Properties Melrose Arch Office, +27 (0) 11 684 2996, pamgolding.co.za

three- bedroom units, all of which are en suite. It is estimated that the apartment block will be completed in October next year.

The penthouses’ impressive price is because of their inspiring features, including cinema rooms, rooftop gardens, plunge pools and Jacuzzis, under-floor heating, rooftop entertainment areas, bars and every other high-end amenity a homeowner could possibly wish for.

Luxury and convenience is the name of the game at Melrose Arch’s residences, but who is buying these apartments? According to Pam Golding Properties Melrose Arch Office Manager, Peet Strauss, there has been substantial interest from foreign buyers as well as from local corporations, professionals and buy-to-let investors. ‘A key attraction of Melrose Arch, apart from security, is its balanced mix of residences, offices, shops,

restaurants and hotels, which creates a high-street lifestyle in an appealing and lively environment,’ says Peet. ‘The fact that Melrose Arch has a retail consumer base of 100 000 people within a 5km radius adds to its appeal and strengthens its foundation for success.’

But what makes these residences stand out from similar developments? ‘Melrose Arch is all about the people – the pedestrians.

From details such as cobbled streets, meaningful public open space to detail in facade design, everything is focused on the pedestrian. The entire property is privately owned, maintained, secured and operated,’ says Amdec’s Guy Gordon. ‘This new urban precinct provides all your daily needs within safe walking distance.’

It sounds like the good life at Melrose Arch is firmly entrenched.

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50 | June/July 2011

When she’s not singing and writing music at home, Jen Su is making waves on the media circuit – sound and airwaves that is. Aside from her biweekly appearances

on The African Business Report on Sky News, Jen is a familiar voice to 5FM listeners every Wednesday morning on Gareth Cli� ’s show, on which she presents The Hollywood Report with Jen Su. ‘I’ve been in South Africa for about four years and I remember, during my � rst interview with Gareth we just clicked and he had me come to the SABC for a demo. And the rest is history. I’ve just renewed my contract for another year and will be covering the Cannes Film Festival – it is such a wonderful opportunity and I have Gareth and the team at 5FM to thank for it.’

At the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in Dainfern, Fourways, is Jen’s light-� lled home and sprawling garden, the � rst she’s owned in South Africa. She was attracted to its symmetry and good feng shui: ‘Unlike most homes I’d seen, where the front door opened up onto a staircase, this home’s staircase is o� to the side, which allows for the easy � ow of “qi” (chi, or air) – a central principle in feng shui for the home. There is a lot of natural light and excellent symmetry, with very little obstruction of space – no beams or awkward corners.’

The symmetry � ows through to her garden, a favourite place in the warmer months. ‘The garden is very beautiful: the entrance, swimming pool, and fountains are all equidistant and in a straight line from the entranceway, which is very good for the air � ow and considered lucky for the Chinese.’

Having had a successful career in music as an accomplished singer-songwriter, with four albums released in Taiwan and Thailand, Jen considers music an important part of her ‘me- time’. Small wonder, then, that her favourite room in the house features her well-travelled piano. ‘I love the living room area. It’s light and airy, with white leather couches and a zebra rug, along with Asian and African art and motifs on the walls. It has beautiful acoustics and the light pours in all day, which is very inspiring for songwriting, and singing at the top of my lungs!’ she enthuses.

Jen is in demand on the social circuit, reserving a few nights a week for public and social appearances as a VIP guest or MC. This is testament to South Africa’s falling in love with this vivacious, glamorous and warm lady, who is equally enamoured of Mzansi and her people. ‘Living in South Africa has been an unforgettable experience and I am thankful to the beautiful, warm-hearted people of this country for opening their hearts and extending their hospitality to me in so many ways. Although I’ve lived in many countries around the world, I can honestly say that there is nothing that quite compares to the unique blend of kindness, genuine warmth and cultural diversity that is truly and proudly South African,’ she says. assuring us that she’s here to stay.

Words Genevieve Fisher

MY FIRST HOME

WHAT THE AGENTS SAY …

‘Dainfern has faced the economic challenges of

the past two years with confi dence,’ says Brenda

Gilbert of Pam Golding Properties. ‘Situated in close

proximity to the economic hub of Sandton, near

the Cradle of Humankind and essential amenities,

including schools, hospitals, shopping centres,

entertainment centres and the airport, Dainfern’s

property values have remained fi rm. Dainfern Golf

Estate and Country Club is a big drawcard thanks

to the impeccably designed golf course with the

beautiful country club, that’s set among the lush

natural surrounds and includes a river. The estate

attracts high-value corporate rentals, providing good

returns on property investments.’

+27 (0)11 469 4691, pamgolding.co.za

JEN’S FAVOURITES …RESTAURANTS

In Cape Town:

Savour Restaurant at 15 on Orange Hotel

Beluga Restaurant

The Grand Café & Beach in Granger Bay

In Jo’burg:

Ndau Lounge at Hyatt Regency Johannesburg

Tashas Morningside

San Restaurant at the Sandton Sun

HOTELS

In Cape Town:

15 on Orange

In Jo’burg:

Hyatt Regency Johannesburg

Sandton Sun

HOLIDAY DESTINATION

‘Cape Town is spectacular! I’ve been there

numerous times for events and to present on

SABC3’s Expresso show in Sea Point, and every

time I go, there is something new or unique to

discover and experience. Even Table Mountain

and Camps Bay look different every time I visit.

The V & A Waterfront is gorgeous and I even

enjoy hopping on and off Citysightseeing’s

big red bus.’

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Savour Restaurant at 15 on Orange Hotel

Beluga Restaurant

The Grand Café & Beach in Granger Bay

In Jo’burg:

Ndau Lounge at Hyatt Regency Johannesburg

Tashas Morningside

San Restaurant at the Sandton Sun

� e places Jen Su has called home are as diverse as the media roles she plays..

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52 | June/July 2011

Malaysia offers a wide range of holiday destinations. We take a look at one of their finest – in fact, one of the world’s finest – in Pangkor Laut Resort.

WWW Dot – WWW Don’t

Words Tony Vaughan Photographs courtesy YTL Hotels

June/July 2011 | 53

LUXURY TRAVEL

No longer do we have to wait for the holiday brochure to arrive in the post; there’s the internet, the immediacy of

information, photographs and consumer reviews … but that’s where the problem starts. With five or more days of leave on the table and an agreement with my partner that it’s got to be overseas and hot, we google up a storm, or rather a sunny desert island … Well, actually, 50 or more of them, each with 10 to 30 resorts to choose from. And by the time we’ve whittled it down to the top five,

we expect nothing but the very best because we have chosen the resort that will fulfil our every need, and woe betide it if it doesn’t measure up!

Imagine if choosing holidays could be kind of like the shall-we-find-out-the-sex-of-the-baby dilemma that most soon-to-be parents wrestle with, and you just went into a travel agency and said, ‘Budget: X; days: Y; weather: Z … Make my day’ (with or without the chewed cigar) rather than the ‘it’s a boy, paint the room blue’ manner following 50 or so hours of holiday Web research …

Well, that’s what we did recently, really by accident, actually, when we went to Pangkor Laut Resort on the west coast of Malaysia. We were told, ‘This is where you are going; you’ll love it!’ And, with a busy schedule and no time to google the style of the resort’s taps, we found ourselves on an island ferry from the mainland to the resort.

Anticipation is exciting for most: the beautiful blue waters surrounding the ferry, the well-heeled co-holidaymakers sitting around smiling, albeit with the droopy-eyed google stare, no doubt from their research,

the island getting closer by the minute so that you can just make out the water villas on stilts, and you know that you’ve done well to trust your instinct rather than your mouse.

Disembarking the ferry, we’re excited – who wouldn’t be for a stilted villa a short walk from the jetty? ‘Mr Vaughan, could you and your partner follow me?’ And we are escorted to the only vehicle on the jetty. Hijack? Camping. What, no villa? We climb aboard and within minutes we’re driving past the stilts, and we start to climb a winding road, and then we see the majestic villas perched

Opposite and above Yes, it’s all just for you – your private gazebo with daybed and your private spa on your own holiday estate at The Estates at Pangkor Laut. There are only nine estates and

they’re spaced far apart so you can enjoy the island bliss in absolute quiet.

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All about YTL

Tony travelled and stayed courtesy of YTL Hotels, a group that offers magical boutique experiences in Bali, Phuket, Malaysia, China, Japan and the South of

France. These idyllic destinations fall within the ‘Private Client’ listing of The Roving Ambassador/Tourism Corporation Africa. The company’s preferred tour

operators offering packages to YTL Destinations include: Thompsons Holidays, Sure Tours and Travel with Flair.

The Roving Ambassador, +27 (0)21 426 0991, [email protected], therovingambassador.co.za

on the hill. ‘Who needs stilts? We’ve got a palace instead,’ we start to think as we drive on. And drive on past the palaces. Surely it can’t get better? ‘Self-catering at the back of the island,’ we think as we start to descend and regain the coastline a few minutes later. And shortly thereafter we park some 100m inland from a beach forming part of a 500m sandy, palm-tree-lined bay.

If it wasn’t feeling special just yet, it just got really special, as one of who turned out to be our own private dedicated sta� of three (two waiters and our own chef)

greeted us and started walking us along a path towards some building and the beach. After being introduced to the rest our sta� we were shown to our room – correction, the purpose-built structure with bedroom, dressing room, bathroom, outdoor spa, and other rooms that I don’t really know what their purposes are – and were then asked whether this one was satisfactory, or would we prefer the other one next door. ‘Surely that one is allocated,’ I asked, only to be told that they both buildings were ours and were part of our ‘estate’.

Yes, you heard me – estate. The balance of the estate was merely a 20m in� nity swimming pool larger than a lot of shared hotel pools, a gazebo/lounge and our own chef ’s kitchen and air-conditioned dining room. And with only nine of these estates in the bay, all the rest of them at least 150m away from ours, we sat back and felt like we had just invaded a desert island and that it was ours – all ours!

And for the next � ve days that’s exactly what it was: ours, all ours, with � ne yet real dining to the point where, when we were

served a platter of fresh fruit as part of our breakfast and I ignored the kiwi fruit, the following day, without any fanfare, my fruit salad arrived sans kiwi, with melon in its stead. Service, thoughtfulness, luxury, attention to detail, kindness and privacy made this massive estate in� nitely personal and extremely special.

Returning to reality some days later, I re� ected upon a standard of luxury rarely attained worldwide, a memory that will last forever, and the insight that Google isn’t the panacea … Personal recommendation is.

MALAYSIA FACTS

Location: Pangkor Laut Resort is located on a privately owned island

1,6km off the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It blends in with an ancient

rainforest, with the Estates in a cove beyond. Each spacious estate features

refi ned touches, such as hardwood fl oors, textured fabrics and podium beds.

Weather: A year-round equatorial climate with temperatures ranging from

20°C to 35°C. Rainfall is copious and downpours last an hour or two.

Travel: International fl ights daily to Kuala Lumpur International Airport

(KLIA). From Kuala Lumpur, continue your journey by land or by air to

Pangkor Laut.

Accommodation: Sea villas, garden and hill villas, suites and the estates.

Food: At one of the many restaurants or catered by your private chef.

Activities: Fishing, snorkelling, Impian yacht cruises, chartered island tours,

golf, water sports, t’ai chi ch’uan, yoga, jogging, Batik painting classes and a

world-class spa.

With thanks to …

Pangkor Laut Resort, Malaysia. +09 800 9899 9999,

pangkorlautresort.com

Top leftThe beach at Emerald Bay. Right Unwind at your private infi nity pool overlooking your

own beach and the clear, warm waters of the bay. Bottom right Looking across the bay from

the estate’s Waterview Pavilion.

LUXURY TRAVEL

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The local property market has moved � rmly into a stage of recovery. The real estate market will strengthen gradually as the

year continues, as there are many signs to support a measured recovery of the general economy and the local real estate market.

For one, mortgage interest rates are at historically low levels, and house prices are at levels last seen in the early 2000s, and are still decreasing in real terms. These conditions give buyers a great opportunity to secure a well-priced home or investment.

Historically, as lending criteria tightened, so the demand for property fell, and this, coupled with South Africa’s high ratio of debt to disposable income, substantially reduced the ability of people to buy property. The global increase in unemployment numbers and companies’ pro� ts dropping didn’t help matters, and homeowners in SA and around the world found it di� cult to meet their monthly bond commitments, and either lost their homes or fell into arrears. But now, after three years of falling property

prices and lowered demand for real estate, bank mortgage advances are back at levels of 11 years ago. And while they may take some time to recover to the levels seen in the mid 2000s, the worst of the downturn is over.

Knowledgeable investors understand that it is best to purchase at the bottom end of a cycle, where they can take advantage of the favourable market conditions which create ideal investment opportunities for savvy buyers. Added to this is the fact that South Africa has one of the fastest-growing middle-class population segments in the world, which sees new buyers entering the real estate market each month. Home prices and interest rates have also opened up the property market to people who could not a� ord to buy a house � ve years ago and who have been waiting for market conditions such as the ones we have now, where purchasing real estate is a tangible possibility.

On the whole, things are looking up. South Africa has been admitted to the BRICS group, a move that could signi� cantly improve the economy in the future. Large

investment � ows into the country as investor con� dence in emerging economies strengthens and increased tourism numbers since the World Cup, which have resulted in an in� ow of capital, have had a positive impact on the economy. The government has introduced tax proposals in an e� ort to attract multinational companies working to establish a base for their future African networks, and the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Business Con� dence Index has increased from 86,4 in February to 88,3 in March, the highest level since September 2008. All this indicates that the economy has gathered momentum and remains resilient in the face of global events.

When it comes to real estate, our local industry has been somewhat tarnished by recent events, and the latest revelation by the Estate Agency A� airs Board (EAAB) chairman as to the state of the regulatory body appointed by the DTI has not helped.

While the industry has struggled with the EAAB for years, it has still largely managed to regulate itself, led by the ethos and values

of upstanding individuals, companies and real estate groups who have been around for 20 years and more. That a very small percentage of operators does not uphold this level of professionalism, and is highlighted in the media, should not imply that the industry as a whole is bad.

While it is reasonable to assume that not all of the more than 100 000 property transactions that take place annually in South Africa go smoothly, my 40 years of international real estate experience leads me to believe that we have one of the best and most sophisticated real estate industries in any emerging economy across the globe.

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Peter Gilmour, Chairman of RE/MAX of Southern Africa

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All kitted outThe new Consumer Protection Act (CPA)

could land property sellers and estate agents

in hot water should they fail to allow buyers

to scrutinise all relevant documentation prior

to signing a sale agreement. Conveyancing

attorney Meyer de Waal, in consultation with

key industry associations and service providers,

has created the Property Transaction Kit (PTK),

which aims to protect all parties involved

in a property transaction and allows for a

structured process through which all parties

can access relevant compliance material.

‘Once a seller registers for the service, the

PTK team will access a database of accredited

service providers to source all the relevant

documentation and issue certifi cates of

compliance pertaining to the property,’ says

Meyer. ‘The documents are then loaded onto

a virtual “property vault” on the PTK portal.

There the seller, estate agent, buyer, attorney

or bank can access the information securely.’

Such a kit may prove crucial: in terms of the

CPA, property buyers can now attempt to hold

sellers and their estate agents responsible for

defects or non-disclosure of property faults,

even months after taking ownership. Past

property sales contracts typically included

a voetstoots clause protecting sellers from

defects that buyers could identify, but not

against defects that the seller didn’t know

about and therefore could not disclose.

Sellers must now ensure the inspection and

evaluation of sale properties by accredited

service providers. Buyers can agree to buy

the property as is, or they can request that

the seller repair any faults before purchase.

propertytransactionkit.co.za

Fractional ownership still a good betFractional ownership has come under fi re of late. But, according to Simply Perfect, a leading,

self- fi nanced fractional-ownership company, a properly managed fractionally owned home still makes

for a highly appealing investment vehicle. For instance, fractional ownership enables shareholders to

enjoy all the benefi ts of owning a holiday home sans cons, such as having to maintain the property.

Over the years, Simply Perfect has earned a reputation for developing and maintaining high-end holiday

homes, many of which are built along eco-friendly lines. The company has a knack for positioning homes

in sought-after locations and oversees development from start to fi nish. Interestingly, so strongly does

the company believe in its products that it invests in every property it develops. Simply Perfect also

prides itself on delivering solid returns to shareholders. David Untiedt, director and co-founder of Simply

Perfect, remarks on the fi nancing structures behind each build: ‘The way we structure the investment

makes it impossible for us to run into trouble with shareholders. This is because each project is held in

an entirely separate legal entity and is 100% independent and fully controlled from the outset by the

shareholders of that project. With this setup there cannot be a “leaking” of funds into any other projects.’

+27 (0)21 790 0972, simply-perfect.co.za

Wren around the rosieCentral Property Developments has launched the second phase of its ultra-luxe development, Wrenrose Place,

in Birdhaven, Rosebank, a mere 1km from Melrose Arch. Wrenrose Place comprises just 12 upmarket, full-title

cluster homes. Anke Storm, marketing manager for the development, says the lock-up-and-go houses have

been custom-designed and fashioned along timeless architectural lines to appeal to a discerning clientele.

Construction began last year, and it is envisaged that the last house will be completed by March 2012. Six

pre- designed houses set on plots ranging from 382m2 to 457m2 in size have been made available with the

launch of Phase 2. They will comprise three en-suite bedrooms, a study, lounge, dining room, kitchen and

scullery, a designer garden, double garage and built-in braai and pool. Only the best fi nishes and fi ttings will be

used, and there will be state-of-the-art security. That Wrenrose Place is close to a variety of high- end amenities

and top-notch schools also works in its favour. Prices start at R4,9 million. +27 (0)11 455 3039, wrenrose.co.za

All kitted out

Conveyancing attorney Meyer de Waal

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Property f it for a kingGetting into the spirit of the royal

wedding of Prince William to Kate

Middleton was Lew Geffen Sotheby’s

International Realty, which offered an

innovative competition to its estate

agents. The competition involved

the participants’ choosing a property

from their stock and writing a

100- word advert motivating why the

newlyweds should consider buying

that property. The advert had to be

posted on Facebook, and family,

friends and colleagues were encouraged to vote for their best ad. The winner was Peter Voss, principal of

the Lew Geffen Sotheby’s International Realty Johannesburg South franchise, who wrote his advert in the

form of a poem. +27 (0)11 682 8200, sothebysrealty.co.za

RESIDENTIAL Real Estate Lew Geffen

Sotheby’s

International

Realty’s Executive

Director, Ya’el Fine

There is a big market

for rentals in SA. For

those who are in the

position to buy to

rent, leasing property

can be good income

and a sensible way of paying off a second or

third mortgage. However, rental income should

never be considered a passive income; there is

some work involved in being a landlord.

For instance, you as a landlord have the

obligation to provide a safe, properly maintained

home for your tenants. This includes ensuring

that plumbing, wiring and other household

maintenance are up to scratch. So, be prepared

for the odd dinner-time phone call requesting a

fast response to problems such as burst geysers

or other plumbing issues, and break-ins.

You will also have the responsibility of

advertising the property, interviewing tenants

and hosting tours of the property.

Approach your rental property as a business.

If you don’t, and you don’t have the time or

temperament to be a landlord, it’s not going to

work for you. It could also end up costing you

money. Unless you’ve got experience in renting

out homes and bearing the trials that come with

managing tenants, the legalities and fi nancials, it

would be in your best interest to outsource the

letting of your house to a professional property

management company.

The new Consumer Protection Act (CPA)

also has ramifi cations for landlords. It offers

very little recourse against tenants and virtually

no way out of leases, making it very diffi cult

for landlords to get rid of undesirable tenants.

This makes tenant screening and credit history

analysis all the more important. A professional

property management company is in a far

better position than the average person to

manage this. A qualifi ed rental agent will also

be better-informed to navigate the provisions

of the CPA and any other pieces of legislation

that apply to the property rental industry.

The property management company will also

assume the role of mediator between you and

your tenants. This is particularly valuable when

it comes to addressing sticky issues, such as

renegotiating leases, raising the rent, behaviour

and misconduct, breaches of contract, and

damage to and maintenance of the property.

The key to making a success of your

property as a business lies in managing these

risks closely and carefully. You must have the

stomach and the time for it; otherwise it can be

more trouble than it’s worth!

Until next month!

Ya’el

Your Move

Go to thepropertymag.co.za to read more about the Garforth-Venters’ green home.

Go green in the country

Le Jardin at Avianto Estate in Muldersdrift is well on its way to becoming one of Johannesburg’s premier

green estates, with all homes being built according to eco-friendly guidelines. Following in the wake of its

initial success as a European-inspired wedding venue, last year Avianto branched out to include a mixed-

use development complete with residential component. The Avianto Village Hotel forms the epicentre of the

estate, while Le Jardin encompasses 90 freehold stands and 24 luxury cluster units. Le Jardin will form just one

segment of the proposed 250ha lifestyle development. The estate will enable residents to live a country lifestyle

without compromising on either safety or access to major amenities. Avianto’s green stance appealed greatly to

TV personalities, Riaan and Michelle Garforth-Venter, who have since built a green home there. Stands measure

between 800m2 and 1 650m2 and are priced from R795 000 to R2,4 million. Le Jardin is being marketed

exclusively by Pam Golding Properties. +27 (0)11 668 3000, pamgolding.co.za/avianto

Midrand hole-in-oneBordering Midrand, Blue Valley Golf & Country Estate is a perfect investment for young families as well as

older couples who are at, or nearing, retirement age. ‘Blue Valley Golf & Country Estate will accommodate

approximately 1 200 homes once it has been fully developed,’ says RE/MAX Central Broker/Owner Nils

Hannemann. There are 700 completed homes and a further 100 are under construction. Stands range from

500m2 to 1 200m2 and are priced between R500 000 and R1,3 million. Completed homes are available from

R1,9 million to R7,5 million. Estate amenities include the 18-hole Gary Player-designed golf course, tennis

and squash courts and wide-open spaces where residents can freely enjoy long walks, runs or bicycle rides

in safety. The estate has a clubhouse with conferencing and banqueting facilities, three breakaway meeting

rooms and formal and informal bar lounges, as well as a golf academy, on-site Pro Shop, fully equipped gym

and a health and beauty spa. ‘We expect huge appreciation once the Blue Valley Golf & Country Estate is

fully developed,’ says Nils. +27 (0)11 540 2660, remax-central.co.za; bluevalley.co.za

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Houghton off ice complex turns heads

The near-complete offi ce complex on the corner of 11th Avenue is the latest to join Houghton’s commercial

ranks. The R70-million, 3 685m2 development is the product of a joint venture between Barrow Properties and

Vunani Properties and is ideal for those seeking offi ces slightly removed from the densely developed environs

of Rosebank and Sandton. The complex has already elicited the interest of potential tenants which, given

the quality of the development, coupled with its desirable, high-visibility location and access to high-profi le

amenities, comes as no surprise. Ample basement parking and full security come with the complex, which is

available for rent either to a single large tenant or to individual tenants who wish to occupy 1 200m2 allotments.

Five-year leases are being offered at R135/m2, and include operating costs and assessment rates. A tenant

fi t-out allowance of R1 000/m2 and naming rights have also been put on the table for any prospective large

individual tenants. +27 (0)11 727 3600, barrow.co.za

Streetwise in SandtonWhenever shopping malls are extended or overhauled, we assume there will be mess and noise around the

construction areas. Not so with Sandton City: in place of unsightly construction hoardings at its Fountain Court

node, billboard-size street scenes featuring iconic New York and Paris shopping districts have been installed.

The construction dividers are beautifully executed, depicting placards, posters, street signs and croissants in

shop windows. ‘So far, public response to our streetscapes has been one of utter pleasure,’ says Julie Hillary,

General Manager Sandton Region at Liberty Properties, ‘and they’ve proved a showstopper too, sparking

conversations, impromptu photo shoots and much pointing as people recognise the exact spot where they

stood on their travels, where they hailed a taxi on Broadway or sipped a glass of Bordeaux al fresco in Paris.’

The decorative dividers double as noticeboards for mall events, news and specials, and are constantly evolving.

Upon completion, R1,7 billion will have been spent on the Sandton City redevelopment, and shoppers will have

30 000m2 of new retail space to explore. +27 (0)11 408 5111, libertyproperties.co.za

COMMERCIAL Real Estate

Renting in the cityIan Grant, senior leasing and investment consultant

for Eris Property Group, says the total vacancy level

in the Cape Town CBD is 9,3%, comparing favourably

with the overall vacancy fi gures for Century City

(10,2%) and Claremont (14,7%). Bellville has a vacancy

of 6,25% because of the presence of corporate

giants Sanlam and Metropolitan; likewise, Pinelands

has a modest 6,8% vacancy rate, attributed to the

presence of Old Mutual. Grant says, ‘It’s important

to view the 9,3% overall vacancy level of the Cape

Town CBD in light of the fact that the total offi ce

area across all grades in the central city is three

times higher than that of Century City and Pinelands.’

The V & A Waterfront has a low vacancy level of

1,4%, because of its location. However, its offi ce

node is still relatively small in comparison to the

others. Cape Town Partnership CEO Andrew Boraine

says the IRT network, which started running in May

2011, will alleviate some traffi c and dependency on

motor vehicle transport to and from the CBD and

will encourage greater footfall into the city. Rob

Kane, chairperson of the Central City Improvement

District, says, ‘The city centre’s property outlook

remains positive due to constant improvements to

the urban landscape and the ongoing investment

and development interest in the city, which boosts

its reputation as an appealing residential, retail and

business hub.’ +27 (0)21 410 1160, eris.co.za

South Africa’s inclusion in the BRICS group has established a foundation for very proactive commercial growth. – Peter Gilmour,Chairman, RE/MAX of Southern Africa

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Century City still boomingCentury City has another new development, worth R11 billion, in the pipeline,

says Rabie Property Group. The 250ha Century City mixed-use development

was launched in 1997, and total investment to date has topped the

R16 billion mark. Rabie Group acquired land rights totalling 1 250 000m2, of

which they have utilised 760 000m2, with a further 93 000m2 currently

under construction or in the planning phase. John Chapman, a director

at Rabie Property Group, says that Century City is well geared to take

advantage of an economic upturn, which, he predicts, is ‘just around the

corner’. ‘In fact we expect the pace of development to continue gaining

momentum as we go forward, thanks to the central location and all the

amenities on offer within the integrated precinct,’ says John. He adds that

Rabie Property Group is ready to push the button on new developments as

the market dictates. +27 (0)21 550 7000, rabie.co.za

COMMERCIAL Real Estate

African dreamWelgevonden, a private game reserve in the Waterberg, Limpopo, presents

investors with the opportunity to purchase a lodge of their own. Home to the big

fi ve and other game, and just two and a half hours’ drive from Johannesburg, the

Waterberg region is fast becoming a popular weekend getaway destination. Loua

Boshoff, MD of Seeff Bela Bela, says that if you are looking for a private home in

a premier reserve, a share in a syndicate lodge, a corporate investment, or if you

intend running a superb luxury game lodge commercially, then Welgevonden

is the place for you. The wildlife sanctuary incorporates exclusive safari lodges,

each secluded within its own freehold portion of this vast reserve, which owners

and guests may freely traverse. Listed at R17,95 million is a ready-built luxury

10-bedroom lodge on 500ha of land. The lodge is fully equipped and can be

utilised for private, corporate or commercial purposes. +27 (0)14 736 6495,

seeff.com; welgevonden.org

Renico Construction spots a gapIdentifying a demand for warehouse space in the burgeoning suburb of Lanseria,

Renico Construction has recently bought three stands in the 90ha Lanseria

Corporate Estate with a view to creating an industrial park. The stands are to

be consolidated, and upon completion they will feature six units measuring

1 400m2 each. Of the allotted space, 1 200m2 will be dedicated to warehousing,

while the remaining 200m2 will be set aside for offi ce use. The units will be

available to let or purchase on a sectional-title basis. Nico Louw, MD of Renico

Construction, explains the thinking behind the Lanseria purchases: ‘We identifi ed

the Lanseria airport node as one of Gauteng’s busiest and most rapidly developing

areas. We forecast that this area will continue to grow exponentially within the

next two decades and that demand for prime warehousing and industrial space in

the area will increase proportionally.’ Nico adds that the estate’s upmarket features

and access to the newly upgraded Malibongwe Drive further motivated Renico’s

decision to build an industrial park. It is estimated that investment in the estate will

increase by R2 billion within the next six years. +27 (0)11 794 1177,

renicoconstruction.co.za

World Trade Centre comes to AfricaCape Town has become the fi rst city in Africa to establish a World Trade

Centre. Following a private sector initiative by top business executives

representing 13 countries in sub-Saharan Africa, the newly established centre

is ready for business. Julius Steyn, CEO of World Trade Centre Africa, says it

functions as a meeting place where business and trade activities of various

countries are promoted between private sector entities. It also provides

up-to- the-minute information about trade agreements between countries.

Research indicates that the compound growth rate for sub-Saharan Africa

will amount to 4% a year between 2011 and 2020, and the World Trade Centre

aims to facilitate 1% of this growth within fi ve years, which will come to about

$70 billion (about R480 billion). ‘With the establishment of a World Trade

Centre in Cape Town, an effort has begun to bring together private sectors with

the support of their respective governments in the SADC and NEPAD regions

in a politically neutral way to establish a trade block with the rest of the world,’

says Julius. World Trade Centre Cape Town is headquartered at Crystal Towers,

Century City. +27 (0)87 944 4072, wtc.co.za

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� e growing stability in some southern African regions means we can look forward to investment in all real estate sectors. – Peter Gilmour, Chairman, RE/MAX of Southern Africa

Malawi mall maniaThe Gateway regional retail mall in Lilongwe, Malawi, is on schedule for

completion in mid 2012. To date, 70% of the space of the R340-million,

17 500m2 commercial development has been signed for or is under

negotiation, and confi rmed bookings are expected to increase to 80% within

the next few months. The Gateway is located in Malawi’s fast-growing

middle-class western suburbs on the intersection of the North-South

Kaunda Road western bypass and the main East-West Mchinji Highway

linking Lilongwe with Zambia. The centre

has been designed to A-grade (including

air conditioning) institutional investment

standards and will be the most advanced

mall of its kind in the greater region.

The project is owned by MPICO Malls, a

subsidiary of the listed Malawi Property

Investment Company, which in turn is a

subsidiary of Old Mutual Malawi. Of the

available space, 9 000m2 will be occupied

by major South African fashion and furniture

retailers. At 3 500m2, Pick n Pay will be

the food anchor. Over 1 000 parking bays

and a taxi rank will be provided. The site

can accommodate a second development

phase, which could include a four-star hotel,

a medical centre and offi ces or a major

standalone DIY goods retail centre, and

discussions with potential tenants are already

under way. +265 99 996 8855,

malawiproperty.com

East African sanctuarySiani Estate, hidden away just off the coastal path between Lamu and Shela,

Kenya, is a 5ha estate brimming with coconut groves and mango plantations, and

it’s there that you’ll fi nd Siani House. Set amid gardens and orchids, the property

comprises a main house with three bedrooms, of which two are en suite, a

two-bedroom guest house and four-bedroom staff quarters with kitchen and

laundry, and is being marketed by Acquire Africa at R29 million. Siani House

is the inspired creation of renowned interior designer and magazine editor,

Marie- Paule Pelle, who over several years has completely renovated, remodelled

and redecorated the original colonial house with African, Indian, Arabian and

European artefacts she collected during her travels. The estate has over 300m of

sea frontage facing the Lamu Channel, and just in front of the property is a beach

cove that’s ideal for swimming and provides safe boat anchorage. It is also just a

few minutes stroll (or a few moments by speedboat) from Lamu town, fashionable

Shela village and the island’s 13km beach. +27 (0)21 794 8128, acquireafrica.com

Interior designer, Marie-Paule Pelle, has entirely remodelled the colonial house.

Austrian wonderlandAdMakers International is marketing an exclusive ski chalet development in the

Austrian Alps. The development, Am Duxer Anger, is situated in the picturesque

village of Hochkrimml along the Gerlos Pass, on the border of Salzburg and

Tyrol. At 1 700m above sea level, Am Duxer Anger is among the highest ski

villages in Austria, making it one of the world’s prime winter sports destinations.

These contemporary two- or three-bedroom ski chalets, priced between

¤160 000 (R1,6 million) and ¤224 000 (R2,2 million), are all south-facing,

perfect for capturing the sunlight and mountain views. The development is

environmentally sensitive and has superior fi nishes, such as granite in the

bathroom and kitchen areas, larch wood fl oors in the living room and bedrooms,

and underfl oor heating throughout. Owners may choose from a variety of custom

fi ttings and furnishings. Am Duxer Anger has direct access to 166km of ski slopes,

and ultramodern ski lifts. In summer, residents can enjoy the lush green forests,

which are full of birds and animals. Other attractions include the incredible Hohe

Tauern national park and the famous Krimml Waterfalls (Europe’s highest), not to

mention the area’s sensational golf courses. +27 (0)21 448 7074, admakers.com

MORNINGSIDELive l ive @ the top!!Soaring above. Breathtaking masterpiece offers luxuri-ous bathroom, guest loo, spacious bedroom. Extra sized rooms, extra special features PLUS all the extras!! Live life to the fullest with 18th floor views. Lock up & go, great & easy lifestyle close to all of Sandton & surrounds. Open to view ALL week. Late R 4 millions

Avrille 084 725 2883 & Jen 079 780 3377

HOUGHTONAn exhilarat ing opportunity offered for the f irst t ime! Best of both worlds!Cluster home in ever popular security estate. Beautifully renovated, this home sparkles with good taste & inviting spaces. Stylish kitchen with Caesar Stone, scul-lery. Plenty of pretty garden, generous receptions, 3 bed-rooms (2 en suite) 3 bathrooms, guest cloak, staff suite, double garage, ample guest parking. R 3.6 million

Sally 082 570 1470

LINKSFIELD NORTH

Howard & Janine always sel l the best homes!! This is no exception! Eight, Nine or maybe Ten mil l ion.. .Exceptional beauty of the finest quality in security boomed off most elite Linksfield North. Perched on your usual acre, this Grande Tro-phy is certainly of the finest material. Accommodation for all & sundry. Just bring your antiques, Persians & Picasso’s & sign here!!

Howard 076 557 0163 & Janine 083 676 1967

HARTBEESPOORT R2 500 000

GREENSTONE HILL R3 350 000

BRYANSTON R4 800 000

MORNINGSIDE R4 500 000

THORNHILL ESTATE R4 300 000

FERNWOOD R5 900 000

SUNNINGHILL R1 950 000

HARTBEESPOORT R2 600 000

HIGHGATE WEST R9 000 000

Melanie Reddy 082 671 3345 / 011 469 0423 Web ref: 68547

MODERN LIVING ON THE WATER’S EDGE Modern, stylish and sophisticated home with awesome views of dam and mountain range. 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Ample parking.

STUNNING REFURBISHED HOME IN PRIME POSITION No expense spared in this luxury home on 1 450m2 stand. 4/5 Bedrooms, Caesarstone/cherrywood kitchen, scullery, 2 full bathrooms. Solar-heated rim-flow pool. Staff quarters. 5 minutes from top schools.

TRANQUIL TUDOR VILLAGE LIVINGLight, airy living area flowing to gourmet travertine/granite kitchen. 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (mes), guest cloakroom. Large loft area and study. Work-from-Home/Studio above garage. Private garden with pool.

Lyn McGavin 082 695 7799 / 011 234 6104 James Gresty 083 225 1901 Web ref: 106673Tiaan Schutte 083 270 7310 / 012 253 2431 Web ref: 88757 Matt Freeman 078 145 2315 / 011 234 6104 Web ref: 85156

MAGNIFICENT OPEN-PLAN HOMEHuge double-volume entertainment area fronting onto large park. Outdoor entertainment gazebo. 4 Upstairs bedrooms and pyjama lounge. 3 Garages, staff quarters and much more.

BALI MAGIC SET ON THE GOLF COURSE 5 Bedrooms and bathrooms in Balinese setting with lovely dark wood finishes. Exudes charm and warmth from the moment you cross the bridge and enter through the large wooden doors. 4 Garages.

ONE OF A KIND This 3-bedroom home showcases double volume and light with the ultimate in luxury, style, charm and perfection. Study, double-glazed windows, central sound system, swimming pool and more.

LUXURY HOME FOR A LARGE FAMILYThis beautiful home on a 1 559m2 stand has it all – 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4 flatlets, farm-style kitchen, 3 receptions, pub, entertainment area, gym, study, office, staff quarters and more.

SOUGHT-AFTER ESTATE LIVING AT ITS BESTVery upmarket 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home with stylish modern finishes and views of the dam and mountains. Full alarm system, electric gate. Laundry and scullery. Garden with sprinkler system.

Dave Scott 082 926 1205 / 011 452 0275 Web ref: 105542 Sarita Schutte 084 200 2703 / 012 253 2431 Web ref: 86374

Melanie Reddy 082 671 3345 / 011 469 0423 Web ref: 102462

MAGNIFICENT CLUSTER DEVELOPMENTSophisticated double-storey masterpiece. Four double-bedroom suites, four reception rooms, chef’s kitchen, effortless flow onto large patio and landscaped garden with pool, double garage and staff suite.

Amanda Jeffrey 083 459 6763 / 011 234 6104 Denise Langley 078 513 6490 Web ref: 61642

Doreen 082 971 4243 / 011 452 0275 Dawn 082 327 0654 Web ref: 90664

ORANJEZICHT R27 000 000

HIGGOVALE R19 995 000

ONCE IN A LIFETIMEAmazing space – large family home situated on tranquil “forest like” 2000m² erf. Triple volume spaces and magnificent flow to heated pool completes this extra-ordinary picture.

RELAXED LIVING IN AN ATMOSPHERE OF STYLEWind-free, sunny villa + secure views. N-facing home . Large erf. 5 Bedrooms, separate flatlet + gym & sauna. Double dwelling opportunity. Subdivision pending. The ultimate address in Cape Town. Total privacy.

LivingCity Bowl and Atlantic: 021 423 4488

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Petra Davidan 082 490 6329 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web ref 238045

www.remaxliving.co.za

DE WATERKANT R4 200 000

Hannelore Harms 082 337 6992 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web ref 414709

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Gerlinde Moser 082 569 4644 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web Ref 426662

WATERFRONT A SELECTION

THE AMAZING V & A WATERFRONT MARINAWe proudly present a private portfolio of a few selected, outstanding units, in one of Cape Town’s most sought after locations. Security, position, luxury. A great selection priced from R5,8 to R50 Million.

Gudrun Hille 082 550 3054 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web ref 440558

Petra Davidan 082 490 6329 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web Ref 306606


IDYLLIC BEACH AND SEA VIEWS FOREVERA home of fine proportions with endless terraces for entertaining and graceful living. 3 Bedrooms. Newly rebuilt with superior fittings. Separate full sized apartment – lettable or guest suite. Pool, triple garage.

Gerlinde Moser 082 569 4644 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web ref 414065


EXQUISITE HOME IN PRESTIGIOUS ST JOHNS ESTATEState of the art finishes throughout. Four bedrooms 2 en suite, fabulous living areas, pool and entertainment terrace, wine cellar, staff flatlet, ample garaging, views. Just move in!

Petra Davidan 082 490 6329RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web ref 443985

GREEN POINT R1 595 000

Martin Freeman 082 356 6280 RE/MAX Living 021 422 3976 Web ref 439596

EXPANSIVE VIEWS FROM THIS SPACIOUS APARTMENTLook over Mouille Point, the sea and the new urban park from this top floor North facing 2 bed home with parquet flooring.Modern kitchen. Includes lock up garage and storeroom.

RISING TO NEW HEIGHTS This mid-century house with a warm vibe has great potential to become a stylish modern pad. It is a tantalisingly attractive investment. Who wants to join the much sought after Higgovale neighbourhood before it’s too late?

FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY - A RARE FINDIn the very best part of De Waterkant – Position, Peace and Tranquility. 3 Beds mes, fireplace, private garden, 2 off street parking. Can develop further, R5 Zoning. Price VAT excl.

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At Fernwood Place in Newlands, Cape Town, Urban Space are creating an exclusive collection of seven executive family

homes within a secure estate.

Location:Located in one of Cape Town’s most picturesque suburbs Fernwood Place offers so much more than just a place to live. With an abundance of nature on your doorstep and close to some of the best schools, shopping and entertainment anywhere, each individual property affords a quality of life that’s close to idyllic.

Close by:

The architecture at Fernwood Place is classic, elegant and timeless combining spacious contemporary living with an opportunity to choose

and a sweeping balcony provides stunning views.

Homes average 545m2 on plots of 1,000m2

Security:

safe and secure environment with ample space for children to play.

Fernwood Place. A wonderful environment in which to enjoy family life

From R8,770,000 plus VATNo transfer duty payable

Computer generated images. Subject to selection of finishes. Furniture not included.

Mark Upton

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Anton du Plessis

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www.fernwoodplace.co.za

www.urbanspace.co.za

SANDHURST

One of Sandhurst’s most spectacularhomes set on over 1.5 acres! This familyhome well situated up a very private secludedroad enhances the ambience of understatedluxury and offers a lifestyle fit for a king. Fabulous well proportioned reception roomsfor grand entertaining flowing to a magnificentwell established garden with rolling lawns,pools and court. 5 spacious en-suitesumptuous bedrooms plus a separate wingwhich includes a dedicated state-of-the-arthome theatre and a self-contained suite.A fantastic opportunity to acquire one of thebest - a home to fall in love with.

Stephen Brick 082 5517971Nina Obel 082 5527325

SANDHURST

A home steeped in character. Situated in anenchanting garden lies this family sizedcountry style home with magnificent views tothe far horizon. The earthy style allows youto have the best of both worlds – thecharacter and grace of an old style mansionwith the conveniences and technology of amodern structure. Combining impressivedesign, meticulous finishes and high ceilingsthroughout. Baronial size reception roomsflow to outside terrace for fabulous gourmetentertaining. Luxurious bedrooms all en-suitewith wonderful garden vistas. This stunninghome in pristine condition on 2000m2 issituated in the best position in the heart ofprestigious Sandhurst.


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It gives us great pleasure and we are proud

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+27 11 518 04000861 113 [email protected] www.villasvalriche.com

Spacious freehold golf villas from $1.25 million

Buying a property at Villas Valriche, the double award-winning Mauritian estate, epitomises luxury tropical living. You will own a home in a country:

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That welcomes and incentivises investment from South Africans, with no foreign exchange controls, capital gains or inheritance taxes.

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Thousands of South Africans already invest, work and live in Mauritius.

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REHM-Grinaker Construction Co. Ltd. is a leading multi- disciplinary construction firm operating on the island of Mauritius.

Founded in 1991, REHM-Grinaker operates under the same values as its major shareholding company, Grinaker-LTA, which is one of the largest construction companies in South Africa.

REHM-Grinaker has grown from modest beginnings into a well-recognised, leading company reputed throughout the island for delivering quality work, on time. In its 20 years of existence REHM-Grinaker, which employs a 1 500-strong, 100% local workforce, has contributed to all sectors of the thriving Mauritian economy through the construction of commercial and office buildings, hotels and leisure facilities, stadia, luxury villas, industrial buildings, roads and bridges, health care facilities, the renovation of historical buildings, and the construction golf courses, marine works, water and sewage treatment plants, power plants, and all types of major infrastructure and building works.

This year, among other projects, REHM-Grinaker is busy with the construction of the biggest shopping mall ever to be built in Mauritius, the Bagatelle Mall of Mauritius, which is being developed by a partnership between South African group Atterbury and Mauritian group Espitalier-Noël. REHM-Grinaker is also involved in the construction of major infrastructure works around the capital city of Port Louis.

REHM-Grinaker is also proud to have been involved in the construction of the first luxury villa integrated restort scheme (IRS) to be realised in Mauritius: Tamarina. Since then, REHM-Grinaker has also been involved in the construction of luxury villas at the Anahita IRS project and, more recently, the Club Méditerrannée IRS project.

Contact Person: Mr M. C. Purchase – Managing Director

Address: Royal Road, Arsenal,

Terre Rouge, Mauritius

Telephone: +230 249 3501Fax: +230 248 8287

E-mail: [email protected]

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Investing in La Balise Marina in Mauritius is about more than just owning a luxury villa: it’s also about buying into the idyllic lifestyle of sun, sea and surf – an opportunity that was never available in Mauritius, until now.

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Developed by ENL Property and Investec (Mauritius) Bank, La Balise Marina, in Black River along the west coast of Mauritius, was launched in 2009. What sets this project

apart from other integrated resort schemes (IRS) is that up until La Balise Marina’s inception two years ago, no coastal land in Mauritius could be privately owned, only leased from the state. La Balise Marina now offers investors the opportunity to own freehold property right on the water’s edge. And, in accordance with the Mauritian government’s IRS regulations, the purchase entitles investors and their families to permanent residency on this East African island.

Sited on 14ha, La Balise Marina is being developed in two phases. Work on Phase 1 is under way, headed up by South African firm Boogertman & Partners Architects. It includes 113 residential units, of which 96 are two bedroom or three bedroom duplexes ranging from 135m² to 170m² in size and priced from $700 000 (about R5 million) to $1,6 million (about R11 million).

The remaining 17 units are luxury villas set on stands of 1 200m² to 1 500m², and are priced from $2,1 million (about R14,6 million) to $2,8 million (about R19,5 million). The villas configurations include three or five bedrooms, and each villa comes with its own mooring.

Tony Matkovich, sales consultant at La Balise Marina, says that since its launch the development has, surprisingly, secured the most sales from locals. ‘This is the first time that Mauritians can own and live on property right on the water, which is in line with their way of life, where weekends are spent in and on the ocean, whether they’re yachting, fishing or snorkelling,’ says Tony.

The clincher, he adds, is that homeowners in La Balise Marina will be able to step out of their homes and straight onto their boat or yacht at their private mooring. The moorings will be built and operated in accordance with international standards, and will have electricity points, portable water points and a full staff complement.

Other plans for La Balise Marina include a gym, swimming pool, kids’ club, tennis courts and a concierge offering catering, laundry and housekeeping services.

La Balise Marina will also have a state-of-the-art business centre fitted with top-of-the-range ITC infrastructure, catering for business owners interested in running their enterprises from the island.

The Black River district is sheltered from rain and wind, and has many entertainment and dining venues, including hotels, restaurants and a shopping boulevard. There are many exciting activities open to residents of La Balise Marina,

including training at the marina’s water sports academy and hiking or mountain biking through Black River Gorges National Park.

Marlin-fishing and other deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, dolphin-watching and whale-watching, as well as sailing, waterskiing, kayaking, windsurfing and kitesurfing at Le Morne, are all part of the lifestyle at La Balise Marina. +27 (0)11 234 2180; itsaboutlife.co.za,

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Atterbury Group’s Bagatelle – Mall of Mauritius, is opening within the next three months, and there is great excitement in Mauritius as the island awaits the completion of its fi rst regional mall.

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Above Bagatelle – Mall of Mauritius will service a well-off urban community.

Right Mauritians can look forward to a host of international fashion and retail

brands arriving on their doorstep. Opposite, clockwise from top Building is

on track for the mall’s opening in September 2011; Mauritius presents a stable

offshore investment destination; Atterbury contracted leading fi rm Boogertman

& Partners Architects, whose design vision is quickly taking shape.

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Bagatelle – Mall of Mauritius is Atterbury Group’s � rst major o� shore development. Situated in the Bagatelle precinct, this exciting landmark retail destination of 40 000m2 will

ultimately contain six cinema theatres, a food court with an exciting mix of contemporary restaurants, a kids’ play area and skatepark station as well as a business hotel with100 rooms. Besides the Mall of Mauritius, the Bagatelle precinct itself will feature a motor city, o� ces, a light industrial zone and residential areas.

Various well-known international brands, such as Hugo Boss, Guess, Quicksilver, Aldo and Nike have already committed to taking up space in the development. South African-based retail giants Pick n Pay, Woolworths and popular fashion retailers Truworths, Nine West, Aldo, Bata, Identity, as well as popular restaurants, such as Ocean Basket, Nando’s, KFC, Mugg & Bean, Debonairs, Steers and

Fishaways, are already committed future tenants. There are also a signi� cant number of well-known local Mauritian retailers, such as Kaddy Plus, Courts, Mozouzou, Zea, Boot Court, Citi Sport, All Sport, Baobab, Feng Shui, Caunhye Bijoux, Ripcurl, Cash & Carry, DCL Communication, Fresh Court, Olive & Salad Bar and Taste of Asia, who will be represented in the Bagatelle – Mall of Mauritius.

The latest design principles have been incorporated in creating this enclosed, single-storey structure, which includes su� cient, convenient on-grade parking. A new o� -ramp via the Bagatelle Bridge will provide direct, easy access to the Bagatelle – Mall of Mauritius from any direction of travel on the M1 motorway.

One of South Africa’s leading architectural � rms, Boogertman & Partners Architects, has been contracted to design the shopping centre in association with local partners. The o� ce park component is being designed by

two other leading architectural practices: Barnes van der Walt Architects and Studio 3 Architects International, in association with Valentin Lagesse Associés of Mauritius.

The Bagatelle investment has provided Atterbury the opportunity to invest in a stable o� shore economy while partnering with well-established local players. Mauritius has recently been rated among the top 25 global o� shore platforms. It also ranked 17th in the world, and � rst in Africa, in the World Bank’s Doing Business 2010 report. Bagatelle – Mall of Mauritius is set to open in September this year.

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Scoring a green tryMauritius Commercial Bank’s (MCB) new offi ce building is the fi rst in the southern hemisphere to be certifi ed by

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the building’s orientation, glass facade with overhangs, and the selection of materials that help minimise heat

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