Design & Décor

Essences of Africa - This classical colonial-style house in Dunkeld, Sandton is home to artist Anthony Sherratt and his wife Pru, a busy attorney, both relish its space, light and relaxed ambience.

Islet of Light - An apartment building that metamorphosed among the old townhouses of Brussels. It offers a simplicity of forms, light effects, choice materials and generous volume.

Design for Disassembly - A unique home on Maryland’s picturesque Chesapeake Bay seamlessly adapts to its surroundings. Its environmentally ecological footprint also stresses the importance of affordability and quality.

Panoramic Vistas - Drama and a unique design were key prerequisites here in the brief from owner to architects. This house needed to suit specific aesthetic considerations, yet retain an integral flexibility.

Features

La France Éxotique - In this, the second feature of a new Indian Ocean destination series, we visit L’Ile de la Réunion. A tiny, volcanic emerald island measuring just over 2 500 km².

Weaving magic - The global carpet market is full of options that will coordinate with virtually any choice of décor. South Africans are fortunate in being spoiled for choice – we take a look.

Gallery – Catherine Christie - ‘Art is not what you see, but what you make others see and experience with the soul.’ So says artist Catherine Christie, whose work involves more than a measure of alchemy.

Focus

Architecture ‘09 - An annual feature this time slanted largely towards eco / green architecture and its application in the residential environment. We asked key practices in the industry for their opinions.

Mobile Habitat

Legendary Lineage - The Editor was fortunate to be invited to visit the iconic Bentley factory at Crewe, in north-west England; modern Bentleys are legends in the making.

Wine & Good Living

Bollinger Style - A brand new cuvée by the House of Bollinger is cause for celebration. Bollinger Rosé NV (Non Vintage), the newest champagne in the Bollinger portfolio is on limited release in South Africa.

Mostly Mushrooms - Versatile, natural and nutritional, mushrooms contribute delicious aroma, flavour and texture to any dish. Graham Howe offers a few culinary tips on how to make the most of mushrooms this summer.

The Last Drop – Cool Summer Wines - Graham Howe tastes and tests the new releases that we will enjoy this festive season.