Lifestyle The art of surf Lifestyle December 18, 2012 The art of surf One thing we’ve definitely noticed in 2012 is the rise of the surfboard as desirable objet d’art. Most recently, the Wavescape Artboard exhibition saw 10 artists turn their touch to surfboards. Full Article
Decor Michael Chandler’s rabbit hole Decor December 11, 2012 Michael Chandler’s rabbit hole Just off Cape Town’s infamous Long Street, you’ll find the new Chandler House, a peculiar space that without warning draws you down the rabbit hole of designer, art historian and artist Michael Chandler’s mind. Full Article
Decor Paul Smith designs CT shop Decor December 10, 2012 Paul Smith designs CT shop For those Capetonians who have been wondering about the distracting Paul Smith billboard on Buitengracht Street, watch out for the new Paul Smith shop, designed by Sir Paul himself. Full Article
Architecture ‘n Nuwe baadjie vir Kunstekaap Architecture November 29, 2012 ‘n Nuwe baadjie vir Kunstekaap ‘n Plan van R1,5 miljard is pas bekend gemaak om die Kunstekaap-teatersentrum in Kaapstad in ’n ikoniese kulturele distrik te verander wat deel vorm van die ingrypende hernuwingsprojekte in die Strandgebied. Full Article
Architecture Artscape revisioned Architecture November 29, 2012 Artscape revisioned A R1.5-billion plan to revamp the Artscape Theatre Centre into an iconic cultural precinct, as part of the renewal of Cape Town’s Foreshore, has been unveiled. The plan is the work of a team led by architect Andrew Flint of Gapp Architects. Full Article
Design Design marathon in CT Design November 14, 2012 Design marathon in CT Design Can Do is a new international social design initiative holding a 36-hour design marathon in Cape Town from 23 to 25 November. Apply before Friday 16 November to participate — just a few seats left. Full Article
Lifestyle November 2012 Diary Lifestyle November 12, 2012 November 2012 Diary It’s silly season and everyone is closing-up shop and finding a spot in the sun. For the socialites among us, parties and launches abound. Check our new events guide to the most stylish and designer dos in town. Full Article
Decor Tea time in Woodstock Decor October 24, 2012 Tea time in Woodstock What started out as tea from a caravan has become Cape Town’s newest escape in the form of Lady Bonin’s Tea Parlour. Maciek Dubla chats to Jessica Bonin about her revamp on a shoestring, which relied on resourcefulness, DIY and the Milnerton Market. Full Article