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A FIESTA OF DESIGN

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Explore some of the best CONTEMPORARY DESIGN that MEXICO has to offer, from exceptional ARCHITECTURE and colourful INTERIORS to playful JEWELLERY and artisanal FURNITURE.

- JO BUITENDACH

A FIESTA OF DESIGN

THINK MEXICO, and undoubtedly rich history, beautifully woven textiles and vibrant colours come to mind. From the grand pyramids and sculptures of the Olmecs to Frida Kahlo's iconic self-portraits, Mexico is a melting pot of creativity that's been bubbling away for centuries. Today, work by the likes of architects Alberto Kalach and Mauricio Rocha continues to push creative boundaries. Here are a few projects that celebrate the ingenuity of this Latin American country.

NATURAL BEAUTY

Inspired by the beauty of the Yucatan region, CO-LAB Design Office was founded by Joana Gomes and Joshua Beck in 2010, and offers architectural, interior and landscape design services that allow for a holistic approach on all projects. CO-LAB's Lúum Temple (pictured here), located in the fast-growing beach town of Tulum, is part of a new residential project called Lúum Zama. Unlike other developments in the region, 50% of the eight-hectare property has been set aside for conservation. Lúum Zama aims to create awareness around more sustainable ways of developing, using both modern design techniques and artisanal craftmanship. Set in the heart of the development and within an area of indigenous jungle, the temple - which is used for yoga, meditation and other workshops - is only accessible on foot. It was assembled using flat sections of bamboo bent on site, screwed and strapped together, then covered with a local thatch roofing. The bamboo was farmed sustainably in a neighbouring region. co-labdesignoffice.com

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INCLINATION

PERCHED HIGH ON WATERKLOOF RIDGE, THIS PRETORIA HOME TURNS THE CHALLENGE OF AN AWKWARD, WEDGE-SHAPED PLOT INTO THE INSPIRATION FOR ITS ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTION, WITH SHARP ANGLES, BEAUTIFUL NATURAL MATERIALS AND BREATHTAKING VIEWS.

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RESONANCE

PERCHED ON A ROCKY RIDGE IN PRETORIA, THIS BOLD REIMAGINING OF A 1970s HOME FUSES CONTEMPORARY AESTHETICS WITH RAW MATERIALS TO CAPTURE THE SPIRIT OF AN URBAN FARMHOUSE.

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3 mins

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Eau Yeah!

Forget the mainstream bestsellers: these under-the-radar perfume brands bring bold CHARACTER, CRAFTSMANSHIP and serious OLFACTORY SWAGGER.

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2 mins

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THE MOVEABLE FEAST

COMBINING THE BOLD LINEARITY AND MATERIALITY OF ITS ARCHITECTURE WITH EXUBERANTLY ART-FILLED INTERIORS, THIS CAPE TOWN HOME IS AN INSPIRED TAKE ON RELAXED FAMILY LIVING, 21st CENTURY-STYLE.

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4 mins

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Опе Hundred

SA-born and raised, JACU STRAUSS is the creative director at London-based hospitality company Lore Group. His stellar career has seen him design LUXURY HOTELS in the US and Europe – including ONE HUNDRED SHOREDITCH in London.

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3 mins

139

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Confidently Colourful

BENJAMIN SACCAGGI explores how colour and confidence are redefining modern men's style, proving that suits can be both classic and adventurous.

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2 mins

139

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Fine Print

We speak to a new generation of PRINTMAKERS turning heads in the South African ART WORLD.

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4 mins

139

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Rising Star Philip Kramer

KRAMER DESIGN first blipped on our radar at Cape Town Furniture Week 2023 with a trio of VASTLY DIFFERENT OBJECTS. Who designs a light, a table - and a speaker? Philip Kramer, that's who.

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6 mins

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Place Holders

Capturing and encoding a SENSE OF PLACE via interior design is a skill - some might even say a kind of ART FORM - that can make a home or a hospitality space feel genuinely unique. We look at THREE RECENT BOOKS that showcase this very special sort of interior.

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2 mins

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In the Mix

While a classic G&T is still top dog, it's time to get adventurous with gin. From a twist of CITRUS to a dash of CORDIAL and an array of ACCOUTREMENTS, here are tasty ways to jazz up your favourite.

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2 mins

139

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