Build it green – part 5

Our excitement over the bond approval was short lived, as we are no further in starting the build than we were a month ago when I started my diary! We have had some admin issues, so let me explain a few of our pitfalls, and hopefully help others to prevent the same problems ...

Caroline Gibello launches Joburg gallery

Photography enthusiasts will be thrilled to hear that Caroline Gibello, whose photographs are inspired by her explorations of exotic locations and cultures in Africa, India, China and the deepest reaches of the Amazon Jungle, recently launched her Johannesburg-based gallery at Design Quarter in Fourways...

One-on-one with Malcolm Klûk

Malcolm Klûk is one of South Africa's most recognizable fashion designers. So it makes perfect sense that he has taken his exceptional design talent and created a Joburg home/showroom, filled to the brim with exotic finds. We chatted to him about all things décor related...

Build it green – part 4

We have just forfeited one bottle of scotch and a thousand bucks – thanks to the municipality! We are still awaiting municipal approval of our plans, and have been told that only one signature stands in our way, but we are beginning to suspect that someone is stalling for a bribe… hmmm....

Build it green – part 3

This has been a rather momentous week as our bond has been approved by the bank! It was a relief to hear from this financial institution, because we have been happily shopping with their money. ...

Thumbs up for Meekel

We were thrilled to hear about Meekel, a brand new online shop showcasing the best in South African design. Here you will found carefully curated design brands ranging from the well established to the future stars...