I know I've said this before and I'll say it again! I do get to see some amazing homes and beautiful buildings but this particular home on the South Coast of KwaZulu Natal ranks up there as one of my favourites by top architects Atelier and Associates. The flow and style of the home, the architectural elements and well thought out finishes were fantastic. The whole place … [Read more...]
On Eagles Wings
October 6, 2010 by Leave a Comment
This sure was a home filled with class and simple elegance. Set in the rolling hills of Zimbali Coastal Resort with views across the valley and interiors superbly implemented to this modern contemporary home. The interior work was done by Nicky Fraser of Fraser's Interiors. My favourite room of the house was the daughter's room - I'm sure most little girls would love to call … [Read more...]
Contemporary Balinese Villas
September 27, 2010 by 2 Comments
A few months back I got to shoot a showcase for an interior decorator of a home which was built by the Extra Dimensions Property Group and designed by architect Theo Coetzee. I loved the architecture and contemporary style right from the first entry of the home. I then arrive at the these 2 Balinese villas overlooking the 12th green of Zimbali golf course and immediately … [Read more...]
Waiting for the Light
September 6, 2010 by Leave a Comment
Last week I had the pleasure of photographing a penthouse apartment within one of the housing blocks right on the Umdloti beach. This was in North Beach Road which is like a cliff face retreating out from the waves of the sea below. Thus the apartments really do feel as though they are 'floating' above the waves. This particular home is the residence of an interior design … [Read more...]
OOOOh La La!
July 29, 2010 by 1 Comment
I was just saying the other day how it's been a while since I've had the opportunity to walk into a WOW home. Well none could be a more welcome change to the recent 'average' homes I'd been photographing of late than this masterpiece. The architecture was superb and so cleverly though out and so was the variation of the interior décor supplied by the dynamic team from O Lá … [Read more...]
Glimpse Magazine
July 15, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I had prepared the artwork and layout of this magazine to be ready for print in time for an audio visual presentation that I presented to the Westville Camera Club on Tuesday 13 July 2010. This magazine had a resoundingly successful response and feedback I received regarding the quality was humbling. I took 10 copies to the presentation but I could have taken 50 and it would … [Read more...]
Eclectic Unicorn
July 7, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I absolutely love what I do - the kinds of commercial and residential structures I see, the homes I visit, the décor I get to experience - as in the beautiful décor of this home in La Lucia. But what makes it more special is when I meet some amazing people along the way who encourage me with words of praise - it really does inspire me to create a masterpiece within my … [Read more...]
Beautiful Brook
June 24, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I had seen the 3D render for this home many years ago when we were to include it in the showcase within the website that my web design business, Digital Valley, had created for Metropole Architects. Back then I thought, wow this place has got potential to look amazing. Well it did not disappoint - I am always intrigued by the diversity of architecture that stems from the … [Read more...]
Inspired to Cook
June 18, 2010 by 3 Comments
I love to be creative with food and see what flavours different spices and natural taste arrangements come together to create a party in your mouth! This creativity starts in the kitchen and when a kitchen has had incredible vision and input from the home owner in how they wish this very important part of the house to be designed by the architect, it gets me very excited. I … [Read more...]
Challenge of Space
June 7, 2010 by Leave a Comment
I really do find it a challenge when faced with a building to photograph like this one I encountered last week. I'm talking about where the structure takes up nearly the full expanse of the plot and then is also surrounded by other homes! I had to be quite creative in how I showcased the exterior of this home. It was a truly magnificent place with commanding sea views from all … [Read more...]