The Home Incanda Built
Step inside the home of Handré Pollard and fiancé Marise Malherbe, beautifully styled by HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, Incanda Furniture. It’s not every day that you get the chance to work on the home of an international rugby player, so the Incanda team was over the moon when the wonderful opportunity presented itself. From the grey and white surfaces and neat finishings to the open design and...Read More
Tommy Dickson’s Best Braai Recipes
In search of a new braai recipe? Braai expert, Tommy Dickson a.k.a. Chef Vaatjie from kykNET’s Toks en Tjops will be cooking up a storm at this year’s Pretoria HOMEMAKERS Expo to help you make your Braai Day sizzling hot. In the meantime, why not try any one of these tantalizing recipes from Tommy. Steak with Mushroom Sauce Ingredients 4x Steaks Salt & Pepper BBQ spice Optional 4x...Read More
Plantation Shutters’ Sam Lurie Collection
Whether we’re aware of it or not, colour plays a significant role in our daily visual and domestic lives, and while our homes have to answer to practical imperatives, they also have to speak to our sense of general well-being, physical comfort and visual stimulation. Since 2000, Plantation Shutters has cemented a reputation for quality shutters that add both investment and aesthetic value to...Read More
In Conversation With: Cape Town Expo Judges
What makes Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo one of the most prestigious events in the home lifestyle industry? Included in the factors that create a memorable show are our illustrious judges. Meet our panel of industry professionals who will undertake the difficult task of choosing the winning stands at the 2017 Cape Town HOMEMAKER Expo. This year’s judges are Sumien Brink, Editor-in-Chief of...Read More
Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo and WODC Launches Concrete Design Competition
Anyone, from architects to designers, artists to the general public, were invited to enter. The 40+ designs, brought to life by World of Decorative Concrete (WODC), will be on display and visitors are invited to bid on their favourites. All funds raised will be donated to DARG (Domestic Animal Rescue Group). The competition, which will showcase more than 40 of the best and most innovative...Read More
12 IZITULO Design Challenge
This year’s Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo will showcase an exclusive selection of contemporary chair designs by the finalists of Leon at CCXIX’s 12 IZITULO Design Challenge. Visitors will be treated to a sneak peek at this dynamic collection for the duration of the show at the CTICC. Students and emerging designers were invited to submit creative chair designs for a chance to win a design...Read More
Show-Stopper Closet by Flaunt Concepts
The Show-Stopper Closet, designed and crafted by Ashleigh Harrington of Flaunt Concepts is pure art. The deconstructed and elegant closet forms part of Flaunt Concept’s simplistic collection of bespoke furniture. The overall design aesthetic has a hint of Scandi, with a minimalist twist. Finishes Rail and Shelf • Powder Coated Mild Steel Mirror frame • Powder Coated Mild Steel Mirror...Read More
Why You Should Go Solar
There are many reasons to switch to solar power. Helping shed a little light on the subject is Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, Synergy Energy. They’re suppliers and installers of quality PV solar system. Get to know why we should use solar energy. Energy from the sun is free and the sun will continue to shine for billions of years to come. While solar energy is inexhaustible and...Read More
Women Designers To Look Out For
We spoke to two women designers that will be at this year’s Port Elizabeth HOMEMAKERS Expo about interior designs and their thoughts on industry trends. Andrea Fischer-Heckroodt specializes in bringing experiences to life through functional design solutions. Kirsten van Bochove creates sophisticated bespoke furniture pieces in addition to her interior design consulting. What is the...Read More