A few months ago I was asked to come up with a concept for a new health juice bar to open in Cape Town. The idea excited me, and Orchard was born. The concept was of an inner city orchard within a shop. The interior is fresh and decor functional, the perfect space for owner…
I distinctly remember being told as a kid, that money does not grow on trees- that does not mean you cannot keep it in a tree! Wood is not commonly used as a material for wallets or a purse, however there is something special about the way it feels in your hand. A combination of…
I design restaurants, and I’m often uninspired by the selection of chairs available to choose from. I find they either lack in elegance, are too large or are not comfortable. I have two antique bent wood chairs hanging on the wall of my office. I use them as additional seating, and I love their fine turned legs, small proportions…
Greenery in unexpected places is always so refreshing, seeing a garden growing up a wall in an urban setting is even cooler! I hope to apply the idea of green walls in a shop interior, and maybe even to a furniture design soon. Take a peak at this article I found by National Geographic.
I have had the privilege to work with some talented and acclaimed chef’s this year. Next week another new and exciting bar and restaurant concept will leave the office!
A while ago Nic watched a TED talk that spoke of getting rid of the excess in your life, all the things you don’t really need, but insist on carrying with you. There is a feeling of simplicity that he enjoys about leaving home without a wallet – just a few notes and maybe one card. Besides the assortment of plastic cards…