Visi is a celebration of living well. It is committed to bringing readers the best of South African design, decor and architecture, together with the latest international trends. The innovative magazine prides itself on quality and integrity in design and editorial content. Readers enjoy news about today’s decor and design trends, new products and ideas, as well as features on South Africa’s most beautiful homes and spaces.
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WATER BABIES • When it comes to laid-back summer lounging, it’s all about slick, adjustable sunbeds, aerodynamic Porsche-inspired chaise longues, a triangular tribute to the ’70s beanbag, recyclable plastic-mould designs in bright colours, and the return of the classic striped deck chair.
OFF THE FLOOR • A 16th-century Venetian flooring favourite, terrazzo has re-emerged as a massive trend. This composite flooring technique comprises a medley of marble chips and has now been reinvented and reimagined beyond traditional tiling.
Primary Objectives • An old building in Observatory, Cape Town has received a Mondrianesque makeover thanks to a rather special collaboration.
Design Deconstruction STAATLICHES BAUHAUS • It may have only existed as an educational institute for 14 years, but the Bauhaus school remains a powerful influence on contemporary design – and here’s why.
Travel Diary ZANELE KUMALO • Media specialist Zanele shares the visual highlights of her recent trip to Japan with her sister Zodwa Kumalo-Valentine.
In the Pool • KAREN DUDLEY reflects on the childhood pleasure, play and potential of a pool in summer.
Take a Dip • THANDO NDABEZITHA reflects on how psychologically liberating a splash in the pool can be.
The First Swim of Summer • This seasonal ritual reminds JONATHAN ANCER of long-lost friends – and the Man from Atlantis.
WIN with Hansgrohe! • One lucky reader will win a Rainmaker Select Overhead Shower 460 3jet with ceiling connector from HANSGROHE, worth R34 699.
SEA CHANGE • A BEACHSIDE HOME ON DURBAN S NORTH COAST REINVENTS ESTATE LIVING, PACKING A VISUAL PUNCH WITH A NEW WAVE OF COASTAL STYLE AND MALIBU CHARM.
BOLDAUS • At the top of a leafy street sits a remarkably fresh and bold contemporary home, untamed and unburdened by a need to colour within the lines.
ARCHIVAL MATERIAL • ONCE THE RESIDENCE OF SCIENTOLOGY FOUNDER L. RON HUBBARD, THIS SENSITIVELY RESTORED HOUSE OF WOOD AND STONE PRESERVES FACETS OF JOHANNESBURG’S PAST.
AERIE • A SLICK AND SEXY MACHINE FOR LIVING, THIS MODERNIST RENOVATION ON THE EASTERN PROMONTORY OF WESTCLIFF RIDGE IS AN ARCHITECTURAL A-LISTER.
sweet escape • BOUTIQUE HOTEL HIDEAWAY BESIDE THE CAMISSA RIVER IN CAPE TOWN AFFORDS GUESTS PRIVACY, TRANQUILLITY AND THE PLEASURE OF EATING BREAKFAST AT THE FOOT OF TABLE MOUNTAIN.
DORP • NESTLED JUST BELOW THE NOON GUN, WITH MAJESTIC VIEWS OF THE MOTHER CITY, IS A NEW HOTEL WITH AN OLD SOUL.
DESERT PINK • A WEST-FACING NAMIBIAN LODGE SOAKS UP THE BEST VIEWS OF SUNSET-DRENCHED DUNES –AND LENDS A TOUCH OF WHIMSY TO THE BRUTAL LANDSCAPE.
GREAT DESIGN... • “... is INNOVATIVE, RESPECTFUL and takes RISKS.”
1 Design Journey • Husband-and-wife design team Katy Taplin and Adriaan Hugo of Dokter and Misses have been on the map with their furniture pieces since 2007.
2 Time for Reflection • Romano Cardinal combines Bauhaus influences and his own multicultural sense of style in a range of mirrors and coffee tables.
3 The Vessel: A Viewpoint • South African architectural photographer Dave Southwood visits the controversial “Vessel” in Hudson Yards, New York City. Here’s his take…
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