September 2020

South African Home Owner

The leading reference guide to South African home and décor ideas, inspirations and suppliers

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Celebrating 30 years OF INSPIRED DESIGN
I’m honoured to celebrate SA Home Owner’s 30th birthday, not only with my team and our loyal supporters, but most of all you, our readers. Thank you for walking this amazing journey with us – we would not be here without you. I may only have joined t
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Siyanda Magaba
Growing up in the rural areas of Bizana and Matatiele in the Eastern Cape, Siyanda Magaba’s interest in art and design is rooted in his childhood experiences through making wire toy cars and clay figures. Magaba studied interior design and architectu
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South African Home Owner
Editor Kelebogile Nondzaba, 011 280 5868, kelebogilen@sahomeowner.co.za Senior Features Writer Guinevere Davies, 011 280 5288, guinevered@sahomeowner.co.za Content Co-ordinator Lerato Mphahlele, 011 280 3848, leratom@sahomeowner.co.za Copy editor
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Talent WATCH
Mutombo Kitenge, founder of Top Centre Properties Group, completed his Master’s in Architecture at the University of the Witwatersrand. He has 12 years of experience in residential, commercial, retail and industrial architecture, project management a
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Home ESSENTIALS
Complete your chill areas with the flawless Savannah set, professionally woven together with wicker and supported by aluminium frames. It flaunts earthy tones for a homelier environment. www.patiowarehouse.co.za Inspired by the vibrancy of South Af
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Shades of NEUTRAL
Asked what separates a house from a home, these owners say: “A home is a place where you want to spend your time. Because you not only live there, but you want to be there. A home is a place where you feel that the magic is just as alluring as that o
South African Home Owner1 min readArchitecture
Contacts:
A-Z DESIGN BOUTIQUE – luxury interior design 079 872 4095, lara@a-zdesignboutique.com, www.a-zdesignboutique.com DADOQUARTZ BATHTUBS AND BASINS – luxury bathtub and basin manufacturing and distribution 012 803 9431, support@dadoquartzbathware.com, w
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Family FIRST
Warm, inviting and trendy, this home has it all, and then some. The inspiration behind this masterpiece was the children. “We wanted a space close to work and the school that our kids attend. The home had to offer a place where they could play soccer
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Contacts:
CE IT ALL – glass installations, windows and doors 081 499 6287, info@ceitall.com, www.ceitall.com DBM ARCHITECTS – architect 011 467 5299, info@dbmjhb.co.za, dbmarchitects.co.za FENSTER ALUMINIUM – premium European aluminium windows and doors 011
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The ultimate BACHELOR’S PAD
Comfortable and classy – that was the brief for this new three-bedroom home. Recently acquired from the estate, the owner knew from the start exactly what he wanted from the space: a simple modern house with a mature aesthetic. The owner handed the b
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Contacts:
ALIVE ART – art, mirrors, posters and framing 011 262 4406, heather@aliveart.co.za, www.aliveart.co.za AUDI SNŸMAN INTERIOR DESIGN – turnkey interior design 083 271 1305, audi@audisnyman.co.za, www.audisnyman.co.za ■
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Family-style COMFORT
A newly built home situated in a secure estate on the outskirts of Johannesburg, this property has been designed for family living. “It is our safe haven; the design is everything we wanted and even more,” says the owner. With a focus on ample living
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Contacts:
ISABELINA – interiors, custom design and retailer 079 208 9567, judith@isabelina.co.za, www.isabelina.co.za KABU DESIGN ARCHITECTS – contemporary African architecture 082 489 5551, 086 579 8035, buhle@kabuarch.co.za LINEAR CONCEPTS – bespoke kitche
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Where magnificence MEETS COSY
Stunning views of the majestic Western Cape mountains and wine farms are just one of the many gorgeous features of this house. Other great attributes include rainwater tanks, a separate staffroom with en suite bathroom, a gym, an internal lift and a
South African Home Owner1 min readArchitecture
Contacts:
INNERSPACE INTERIOR DESIGN – interior design 082 828 0113, lisa@inner-space.co, www.innerspace.biz LIGHTS BY LI – lighting consultant, supply, design and layout 082 829 4168, liezel@lightsbyli.co.za, LinkedIn: Liezel Van As LUSSO LUXURY LIVING – ki
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For a FINE LIFE
Anew development from Domito Developments, YO Residences, situated in the leafy suburb of Broadacres in Fourways, offers property owners a place they can call home in an environment where they have everything they need. The design of the development
South African Home Owner1 min readEconomics
Contacts:
DOMITO DEVELOPMENTS – residential property developers 011 784 0165, www.domitodevelopments.co.zaInstagram: @domitodevelopments DAMARIS MARCU SARAMAGO – artist damaris_damy2006@yahoo.com, Instagram: @damaris_ms_art HOMETRONIX – smart home distributo
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The modern FARMHOUSE
A life in the countryside is just a dream for those who have to live in the city. For these home owners, choosing an estate that gave them the best of both worlds led to a location that offers them breathtaking views of a meandering river, mountain-b
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Timelessly MODERN
iHouzit is a multi-seller internet shopping mall connecting buyers and sellers. Products and services include furniture, décor, tableware, kitchen utilities, gifts, fabrics, wallpaper, spa products, unique art pieces and so much more. Most of the fur
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Pearl of PAARL
In the majestic surrounds of the Winelands, this home has more to boast about than just its captivating location. Fine contemporary farmhouse architecture paired with striking interiors makes this property an engineered beauty. Having lived in the ci
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Savouring the SUNRISE
Led by renowned property sales and marketing expert Andrew Smith, Smiths Gated Estate Specialists has effectively marketed numerous estates in KwaZulu-Natal. From first-time buyers looking at sectional title apartments to large families looking at in
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Face TO FACE
Born and raised in Cape Town, Liza Maureen van Zyl started Thermo Fires in October 2003, after the company she worked for had gone through a liquidation and sequestration. With a variety of fireplaces and braais on the market, what is the most impo
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Sa Home Owner Through The Years
Looking back at the start of SA Home Owner three decades ago, interior design was less about reflecting our personal taste and more about reflecting the design ethos of the time. You knew you were living in the ’90s when almost every home you stepped
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Iconic Design
The Instomi Sideboard is inspired by the stories that the trees tell through the year with the rings on the end grain blocks. Each tree has a different story and different conditions that it grows in and you can tell this by looking at the year rings
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Faitsch Products German Precision
As a wood-burning fireplace specialist, Faitsch Products takes pride in importing and distributing the highest quality wood-burning fireplaces from some of the best manufacturers in the world. This assures Faitsch customers will receive the best advi
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Future-forward HOMES
W ant to know how the home of the future looks and functions? We spoke to a panel of expert home design and tech professionals who are on top of industry trends. We’re already enjoying numerous useful technologies, and can look forward to many more i
South African Home Owner1 min readComputers
Warren Husband Shares The Five Elements Of The Smart Home Of The Future
1. Smart lighting control – Makes it convenient to control all the lights of the home when arriving, leaving and entertaining. 2. Smart security – Integration of alarm and camera systems allow the home owner to see and respond to an alarm trigger qu
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Closer to HOME
More than just a space for storing and preparing food, a kitchen needs to fulfil multiple roles as the home’s social centre. It should feel welcoming yet stylish, luxurious and comforting. With an inherent understanding of the needs of South African
South African Home Owner1 min readCooking, Food & Wine
The HOT SPOT
Featuring beautiful illustrations of local flora and fauna by creative Tori Stowe, it would be a shame not to collect all four of these porcelain Woolworths mugs. www.woolworths.co.za Take your food prep to the next level with Zara Home’s selection
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The Evolution Of SHOWERS
Showers have evolved from small, enclosed spaces with dingy shower curtains to light, open luxurious settings that stimulate thought and relaxation, says Monika Krolewicz, design executive at Ferreiras Tile + Bathroom. Life has become fast-paced, and
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Must-have Shower Gadgets By Hansgrohe And Tile Africa
• Rainfinity shoulder shower – it lets you shower without your hair and face getting wet. Perfect for the quick in-and-out shower, and is also relaxing. • Side jets have become a big thing and a form of relaxation. • Hansgrohe Ecostat E with CoolCont
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The HOT SPOT
There has been huge growth in slip-resistant tiles. Now your bathroom, shower area or wet room can have the perfect finishes from top to bottom with safe and correct products. www.italtile.co.za In a time when hygiene is paramount, and water is pre
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OFFICE Space
There are a few elements every great working environment should have. These include, but aren’t limited to, bright light, fresh air and comfort. But if that workspace also happens to reflect your personal taste and style, you’re setting yourself up f
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The HOT SPOT
The ORMS Artist Range of bespoke wallpaper designs allows you to transform any room in your home in an instant. Ark Paper Studio’s modern historical patterns are particularly striking. www.ormsprintroom.co.za The fourth addition to Woodbender’s range
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Make Your Braai A PERSONAL AFFAIR
W inter is finally over and it’s time to be outside again, braaiing and cooking with friends and family. In this feature we’ll give you ideas on how to get your outdoor kitchen ready for summer. Outdoor kitchens need to be under cover in most areas t
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Tips By Home Fires For Designing A New Outdoor Kitchen
• Give some thought to what kind of braai you want and where you want your braai to be fitted. It always helps to have a plan in mind before you start shopping around. • Shop around. There are a large variety of products available – so check to see w
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Maintenance And Cleaning Tips
• When using a gas grill, leave the grill burning on a high setting for five minutes after you have removed the meat. This burns away any fat residue on the grill and sterilises it. • Have gas grills serviced every two years, or if the grill is used
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The perfect POT
If you’re crazy about greenery, you’ll be happy to know the trend for indoor plants isn’t going anywhere. From hanging macramé planters and rustic baskets to impressive standing concrete pots, the extraordinary variety available on the market means y
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Must-have HOME TECH GADGETS
TV when it’s on, art when it’s off. Choose The Frame’s stunning QLED 4K quality. When the television’s off, turn it into a striking artwork or gallery of your photographs. The 2020 Frame TV can be mounted on your wall with customisable bezels that le
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Your COVID-19 HOME PRODUCTS
African Smiles has launched a new collection of 16 fabric face masks that are intended to inspire and uplift. Created by local designers, each mask holds a unique message of hope and happiness, while expressing the beauty and friendliness of the hidd
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The Future Is BRIGHT
When I think about South African décor and design, what comes to mind is vibrant colours, patterns, natural elements such as wood, steel and concrete and design influenced by African cultures and artefacts. A few things have changed over the years in

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