BMW is a German automobile, motorcycle and engine manufacturing company founded in 1916, headquartered in Munich, Germany. The SMG Group has 4 locations in South Africa where the BMW brand is portrayed to its finest and these motorcar showrooms exemplify all that BMW stands for. I was tasked to showcase these locations and, where possible, brought my signature low light, moody … [Read more...]
The Things We See From Above
I love aerial photography and perspective that it give the viewer. Having recently acquired a quadcopter by DJI (Phantom 2 Vision+), I have less need to travel in a conventional helicopter which is normally for me a Robinson 22 - easily maneuverable and can be put into tight aspects. The Phantom is great for convenience and is great for those Google Earth vertical views but … [Read more...]
The Best of Patio Warehouse
Patio Warehouse is where you'll find Africa's largest selection of patio furniture and accessories - it literally is everything you could ever need under one roof. At Pitcharelloes we do a load of entertaining in our gazebo so I always have an extra element of excitement when showcasing a project in which I have a special interest! It has been a pleasure showing the beauty of … [Read more...]
Architecture of the Pacific Northwest
During the months of June and July of 2014 I, together with my family, had the luxury and privilege of traveling to one of the world's most beautiful areas in the Pacific Northwest incorporating our stops of Seattle and Alaska in the United States of America and Vancouver and Victoria on Vancouver Island on the West Coast of Canada. Apart from the great expanse of beauty … [Read more...]
Linc Church
Linc Church has just taken occupation of its new venue in Salt Rock on the Dolphin Coast of KwaZulu Natal. Linc is a community of people passionate about seeing lives changed and free through the impact of Jesus. This new venue is the perfect location to facilitate this. The architectural design and direction was provided by Union3 Architects, in collaboration with Charles … [Read more...]
Sandton Square Mile in Black & White
The area of Sandton in Johannesburg, South Africa, is said to be the richest square mile in Africa. This is the prime business and commercial district of Southern Africa and it is here that you'll find some of the best architecture in the Southern Hemisphere. Below is the street view of a few of those spectacular structures in dramatic contrasting black and white, showing off … [Read more...]
SMD Group in Ballito
Jaguar and Land Rover are now represented in Ballito, KwaZulu Natal and is part of the SMD Group. This brand new dealership located on prime freeway-facing land is set to change the face of the car industry on the north coast of KZN. This building sets a new standard in green car showroom construction undertaken by Construction ID with 65% of their power usage being generated … [Read more...]
Omars Tailors and Outfitters
Omars Tailors and Outfitters is a luxury men's clothing boutique in the Durban CBD that has recently undergone a facelift by the inspired design team at Jossi Design, one of Durban's most recognized and respected interior design consultancies. It was a pleasure to photograph such a beautiful space with clean lines and well appointed clothing displays and the sensational imagery … [Read more...]
The Glory of Albizia House
This place is an absolute gem and can't be described more aptly than from the words of the homeowner ... "I just love living here!". Albizia House epitomizes the perfect blend of beautifully thought-out, radical architecture by Metropole Architects, mixed with superb build quality by East Coast Construction and wonderful interiors space planning and décor by Union 3 that … [Read more...]
Hurley Gateway
The clothing, gear and accessories brand, Hurely is a classic lifestyle brand that's more than just surfwear. I had the pleasure of showcasing their awesome retail store in the Gateway Theatre of Shopping Mall this week. It's located right by the entrance to the Wavehouse near the climbing wall so go check out their new arrivals in store - ask about their new Fusion Wetsuits - … [Read more...]