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Designer Outdoors

Kim — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 05:33:28 +0000

Marlanteak is SA’s leading importer of the finest outdoor furniture.

They recently ran a competition inviting local designers to submit photographs of their outdoor spaces featuring Marlanteak’s furniture. The winner wins a trip to the Salone Internazionale del Mobile furniture fair in Milan. The number and standard of entries was astounding. In the end David Strauss and his Voelklip project was announced the winner.

We take a look at some of the entries to draw some inspiration for our own patios and outdoor entertainment areas.

This is the outdoor area designed by David Strauss for his client in Voelklip, Hermanus. David took his cue from the architecture of the home repeating the slatted motive using the ‘Mood’ dining table and chairs by Tribu. Remember to use a décor scheme that fits with the age and style of your own home .

This outdoor entertainment area by local designer Andrea Graff features Gloster’s Bloc modular sofa, Kettal’s Bitta Club Chair and Tribu’s Branch dining range. This combination of lounge and dining offers flexibility no matter what kind of entertaining you’re doing.

Tribu’s Branch Collection looks very stylish and works well with the mix of stone, exposed brick and timber in this space… it’s well worth considering using a mix of materials yourself when putting together your outdoor space.

With the advancements in outdoor materials and fabrics you can easily let your outdoor spaces mimic your indoor ones. Here the ‘Mesh’ collection from Kettal is accessorized with bright scatter cushions as well as an outdoor standing lamp.

This space by Michael Borgstrom of Archilab epitomises a simple modern aesthetic perfect for those looking for a sleek and uncluttered style. These pieces are from Tribu’s Neutra collection and are available in trendy monochromatic shades of black or white.

Tribu’s Neutra collection also comes in various lounge options that make creating a cohesive look between alfresco dining and your lounging area totally seamless.

Even small outdoor spaces can ooze style. In this compact patio by M-Interiors, Kettal’s ‘Park Life’ range is used to great effect. This outdoor dining area may seem compact but it has everything you may need from prep bowl, built-in braai and clever storage. The marble topped dining table and the large floor tiles add to the sense of simple sophistication whilst the sliding screens offer both visual interest and protection from the elements.

Marlanteak had such fun working with some of SA’s top decorators and designers on this competition that they’re planning to role it out again next year. So watch this space for more exciting outdoor decorating inspiration from Marlanteak.

http://www.marlanteak.com

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Feel right @Home

Kim — Thu, 19 Mar 2015 05:19:44 +0000

Some of my favourite pieces at @home right now! Want them all

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Dark Horse

Kim — Wed, 18 Mar 2015 05:17:45 +0000

Some amazing new furniture at Dark Horse. Mmmm – doing a visual home shuffle to squeeze this couch and side table in!

See more here.

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Win: A Years Supply Of Jacobs Kronung + R5000 @Home Voucher

Kim — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 06:11:58 +0000

Being a lover of styling & playing house, house AND indulging in good coffee, I’m very excited to collaborate with Jacobs on a very exciting competition.

Show us where you sit to have your #JacobsMoment each day and tag who you’d like to have it with and stand the chance of winning a year’s supply of Jacobs Coffee & a R5,000 @Home voucher – which you can spend on home-ware to make your #JacobsMoment even better!

TO WIN:

Upload an image of where you sit to have your #JacobsMoment onTwitter (@kimgray @JacobsKronungSA) or Instagram (@kimgrayza @jacobscoffeesa), tagging the person you wish to be sharing your #JacobsMoment with. (Using #JacobsMoment)

Like Jacobs Kronung SA on Facebook and upload your #JacobsMoment on My Facebook Page, tagging Jacobs & the person you wish to share your #JacobsMoment with – and you could be one step closer to a fabulous @Home shopping spree to decorate your coffee nook for that perfect, #JacobsMoment!

Winner announced Friday 27th March/ open to S.A. only

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Ceramic Factory

Kim — Mon, 16 Mar 2015 06:04:08 +0000

New collections out at Ceramic Factory! So want this fruit bowl!

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Port2Port

Kim — Fri, 13 Mar 2015 10:06:56 +0000

Ooh I could think of nothing better than ending the week with a good glass of bubbly! And with Port2Port it’s just a click away! Purveyors of fine wine – make up a mixed box to sample something new, choose one of their pre-selected mixed cases or simply stock up on your favourite fizz! For a wine novice like me – I love their detailed wine descriptions, pairing suggestions, fine quality and recommendations.

Says Nicolò, founder of Port2Port:

“If you pick a bottle from the general catalogue and we have stock, we usually deliver within 48hours anywhere in South Africa; this is the case with all our special cases (all available for immediate shipping).

Should we have no stock, it can take up to 1 week for us to ship the order. We are completely transparent with our customer, indicating lead times on the product detail page itself and keeping them informed via customer service and dedicated e-mailers.

We are working toward speeding up the process but for now would rather over-compensate in terms of indicating expected lead times than disappoint.

We’ve also recently introduced a new “personal sommelier” feature.Having developed an algorithm, which generates a mail suggesting 6 wines for purchase based on tasting profile, alcohol percentage, sugar level, varietal and origin of the grape, from previous purchases. Suggestions are sent out 10 days after the most recent purchase. Should the user purchase all 6 suggestions at once they will receive free shipping.

We see ourselves as pioneers in the industry and hope to be continually enhancing and perfecting our offering.”

Think I’m going to get ordering – Happy Friday! For more visit Port2Port.co.za and to keep up to date with new happenings, follow them on Instagram & Facebook!

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Plantation Shutters

Kim — Tue, 10 Mar 2015 05:29:16 +0000

It’s my dream to knock some walls and open up out onto our stoep area, lined with beautiful white shutters. Love these! See more at plantation.co.za.

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Current Obsession

Kim — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 05:22:46 +0000

Clean white spaces – Current obsession!

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Entertainment Station

Kim — Mon, 09 Mar 2015 05:01:12 +0000

Our Tv Cabinet featured in Inside Out Magazine, Australia.

(Image: Anne Photography)

TV Cabinet, Brak Furniture; Sitting Lamp, Graeme Bettles; baskets, Esque; kids chair, Robert Thomson.

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I’ve been framed

Kim — Fri, 06 Mar 2015 06:18:12 +0000

I just love a cluster of black frames on a wall. It’s so striking! And so I’m really excited about the launch of Print Wild’s latest frame, The Contemporary Black Frame.

Or, why not mix black, white and bamboo for a softer, yet contemporary, designer look! Love! I’ve used Print Wild for loads of my photographs and am super chuffed with the outcome. Order and upload your images online, delivered nationwide to your door, ready to hang. (Tip! Orders over R300 get free delivery to major SA centres) xx

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