Audi Snyman – Point of View
In ever-shrinking major centres globally, the enclosing of space is a responsibility of note. The same is true in South Africa – but there is more to consider: Architects design a built structure, but do they appreciate what will transpire within? How the interior...
Zaha Hadid Architect to build OPPO headquarters
Following the international competition, Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) has been selected to build OPPO’s new headquarters in Shenzhen, China. OPPO launched their first phone in 2008, growing to become China’s leading smartphone manufacturer and the fifth largest...
Le Monumental Palace Porto – The Jewel in the Heart of Porto
Every step of each project has its personal touch, unique. Each creation is in its essence singular, where patterns and colours may be the same, but the feeling they exude is just one. And creating feelings and unique experiences is most likely to be paramount for...
Giorgetti – Object to Project
Giorgetti launches the new advertising campaign: the experience of living is a combination between design and architecture, a refined, international and timeless lifestyle. Architecture holds the centre of the stage, pure, rational and conceptual: attention to detail,...
Madrid Design Festival – A New Way to Design & Build Houses & Cities
MultiPly, an eight-meter-high, carbon-neutral, timber pavilion, made exclusively from American tulipwood, has opened to the public in Madrid Rio at its entrance to the Casa de Campo, as part of the Madrid Design Festival. The installation was unveiled on the 1st of...
Singita Lebombo Lodge Designed by Cécile & Boyd Named as Top 5 Most Spectacular Hotel in the World for 2020
The eagerly awaited Matador Network’s ‘25 most spectacular hotels in the world: 2020’ list includes Singita Lebombo Lodge, in the Kruger National Park, in its top 5 selection. The best hotels and lodges from around the world are highlighted in the list, released late...
The National Museum in Qatar – An Organic, All-Embracing Work of Art
The new National Museum has been opened in the Emirate of Qatar in March 2019. The spectacular building by Frenchman Jean Nouvel is intended to evoke associations with a desert rose. The architect explains that he was looking for a symbol for the National Museum - to...
Head in the Clouds – The Joys of Penthouse Living
The whole concept of 'penthouse living' is luxurious. Languishing in designer lavishness high above the busy streets of the city while enjoying uninterrupted panoramic views in a home that is the epitome of indulgence. Penthouse apartments are not just places to live...
4 Trends to Bring to Your Home in 2020
Entering a new decade promises new trends for décor – and as we start the new year, what better time update your home décor with a fresh look? “The trends that we can expect to see this year will cater to every taste, making them easy to adopt in any space and...
Everyday Luxury | Frans Alexander Interiors brings a sense of flair to Decorex Durban
A leading Durban interior designer driven by the satisfaction of his clients, Frans Alexander of Frans Alexander Interiors describes himself as a perfectionist: ‘I’m driven by the result and outcome of each project. Knowing that I have achieved the desired emotion is...
Unicorn Island Masterplan
The Start-Up exhibition and conference centre, the first building within Chengdu's Unicorn Island masterplan, is nearing completion. With China’s economy evolving from traditional industries to internet and technology-based organisations, the country is now home to a...
Interior Enlightenment
location: Lippstadt, Germany, EU | interior design: Olaf Kitzig – Kitzig Interior Design | images: Christian Laukemper This spacious 220 square metre bungalow projected the typical architectural style of ’60s Europe. It was subsequently extended through additional...
Custom Alpine Apartment
location: Canton of Grisons, Switzerland | interior design: Bernd Gruber Located in the Swiss Alps, this apartment was designed to fulfil very special functions. The entire area can be used as a single loft or separated into four units with the use of movable walls...
Ready for a home refresh? Try these five on-trend furnishing styles
Read this before you settle on a home redecorating plan! Anita Bloom, Creative Director for Decorex Africa, unpacks some of the trends of 2020 and reveals how we can transform our living spaces this year. 1. Get back to nature with Contemporary Organic style A major...
Molteni&C l Dada – La Ricarda
Otherwise known as Casa Gomis, this iconic villa was designed in 1953-54 in an area of Barcelona surrounded by pine trees. Design input was primarily that of architect Antonio Bonet, in cooperation with the owners Ricardo Gomis and his wife, Agnes Bertrand Mata. The...