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Divercity Takes Its Successful Affordable Housing Model To Cape Town

  CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, 30 October 2023 – Divercity Urban Property Group is breaking ground on a brand-new mixed-use development that will see almost 400 affordable rental apartments constructed in Cape Town’s vibrant Salt River node. 9 Hopkins, which will also feature street-level retail and leisure amenities for its tenants, is Divercity’s first development […]

Terre Paisible Extra Virgin Olive Oil

  Long before the concept of super foods became a phenomenon, and way ahead of the curve of eco-conscious eating and plant-based diets, there was olive oil. It’s defied the waves of faddish trends endemic to the pursuit of longevity for decades, remaining a health stalwart for its natural goodness and the life-enhancing conviviality with […]

Why South Africa Needs Sustainable-Fashion Awards

  When it comes to the South African fashion industry, we’re in a bit of a predicament. It’s imperative to encourage more sustainable and eco-friendly fashion, not only for climate reasons but for socioeconomic ones too. Locally produced sustainable and eco-friendly fashion (also called slow fashion) has to compete with cheap, imported fast fashion, which […]

A Harmonious Trio Of Blues Announced As Plascon’s Colour Combination For 2024

  Taking inspiration from nature’s blue expanses, Plascon has announced its third annual Colour Combination as a selection of aquatic hues designed to alleviate stress and invigorate our spaces. The Colour Combination for 2024 looks to the restorative properties of water in times when concerns for our health and that of our planet take precedence, […]

Colourful Interiors Are Blooming Wonderful

  Vincent van Gogh once said that “artists expose hidden harmonies and contrasts that naturally interact with each other.” Today, agencies and colour experts offer guides that reflect the trends and subtle changes in our perception of colour, like Pantone’s Fashion Colour Trend Report, published every six months. Colour in rooms is on the rise, […]

A Captivating New Finish

  AXOR, the renowned manufacturer of premium bathroom fixtures, is proud to announce the release of the all-new Matt White finish for its celebrated AXOR One collection. With its velvety matt texture, the elegant matt white colour option adds a touch of sophistication and timeless beauty to any bathroom, elevating it to new heights of […]

The Captivating Power Of Colour

  Colour has an extraordinary ability to stir our emotions, evoking immediate and authentic responses within us. It possesses the unique capability to touch our souls and transform our experiences. The impact of colour is well understood by AXOR, as the impressive colour spectrum across the ranges demonstrates. A recent whitepaper – written by Oliver […]

Cosentino is Bringing its Incredible Atelier Cosentino Stand to Decorex Joburg, The biggest Decor and Design Show on The Continent!

  Following a dazzling display at Decorex Cape Town, Cosentino is bringing its Atelier Cosentino stand to Decorex Joburg. The 30th-anniversary edition of this renowned event is taking design to new heights, and the leading Spanish surfacing brand is joining the celebrations. At Decorex Cape Town in June, Cosentino debuted its spectacular collaborations with Capetonian […]

Stylish and Sustainable

  In today’s world, where energy efficiency and environmental sustainability are of paramount importance, hansgrohe, a leading provider of premium bathroom and kitchen solutions, features a distinctive technology to assist in reducing warm water costs on a day-to-day basis. As part of the company’s commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, hansgrohe’s CoolStart technology is designed […]

South African Design As You’ve Never Seen it Before

  For the first time ever, two vanguards of South African creativity — Design Joburg and 100% Design Africa — are coming together for one must-see showcase of the future of South African design, interiors, architecture, art and culture.  Running simultaneously alongside Decorex Joburg from 3 to 6 August 2023, 100% Design Africa and Design […]

AXOR: Gold in Water

  “I saw it in the beginning. These are special people with a special view of the world.” Michael Kiolbassa, AXOR’s Global Brand Ambassador, recently visited sunny South Africa to discuss AXOR and the brand’s latest developments. But to understand where AXOR sits now, Kiolbassa first painted a picture of its storied past, and how […]

Five Things to Look out For When Buying Activewear

  Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, the activewear you choose can hugely impact your workout experience. This is why, when buying activewear, there are certain key things to look out for to ensure you get the most out of your purchase. The five most important of these are breathability, […]

The Red Room By Chefs Warehouse Set To Open At Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

  Adding to the Mount Nelson’s international prominence, the iconic pink hotel unveils its latest epicurean offering — The Red Room by Chefs Warehouse. Under the guidance of celebrated chefs Liam Tomlin and David Schneider, both of Chefs Warehouse, the new Pan-Asian restaurant, set beneath the hotel’s grounds, is poised to become a one-of-a-kind culinary […]

JW Marriott Makes its Debut in the Luxury Safari Segment with the Opening of JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge

  NAIROBI, Kenya, JW Marriott (JW-Marriott.Marriott.com), part of Marriott Bonvoy’s global portfolio of 30 extraordinary hotel brands, today announced the opening of JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge, marking the company’s highly anticipated debut in the luxury safari segment. Sitting within the Masai Mara National Reserve in Southwestern Kenya, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife and […]

Global Hotel Alliance Launches Green Collection To Highlight Hotels Taking Action To Protect People And The Planet

  UAE-based Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, has launched its Green Collection, bringing under one umbrella nearly 200 hotels, resorts and palaces operated by GHA hotel brands that are demonstrating their commitment to protecting people and the planet. Every Green Collection property has attained at least one certification […]

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