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Nourishing food, fitness inspiration and expert tips… our April issue is all about health! This month, we explore all things wellness, chat to local
professionals and share some delicious recipes. Don’t miss our Focus on Health guide, in which we round-up the best medical practitioners on
the North Coast.
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Modern<br />
charm<br />
Tamarin Collins, co-owner<br />
and designer at Urban Create<br />
reveals one of her latest<br />
projects – a gorgeous home<br />
that blends current trends<br />
with comfortable living.<br />
Text: Jennifer Campbell Photographs: Chris Allan Photo<br />
With its clean lines,<br />
big windows and<br />
contemporary design<br />
elements, this home in<br />
Simbithi Eco Estate makes a striking<br />
statement against a natural backdrop<br />
of indigenous bush and trees. The<br />
house, built by Phumlani Construction<br />
Group, boasts some unique features,<br />
without compromising on liveability.<br />
While working on the project, Tamarin<br />
found ways to create an interior that<br />
was modern and comfortable, making<br />
sure to add a touch of quirkiness<br />
along the way. Views over the Simbithi<br />
Golf Course serve as the focal point<br />
of the home – as such, the architect<br />
positioned living and bedroom<br />
spaces strategically to embrace<br />
the scenery. “The challenge was to<br />
seamlessly blend the modern with<br />
the natural, creating a home that<br />
felt both cutting-edge and inviting,”<br />
explains Tamarin.<br />
When it comes to the colour palette<br />
of the home, neutral tones form the<br />
foundation, with bold pops of colour<br />
making an appearance in strategic<br />
places. “Colour was introduced<br />
through fun wallpapers and bespoke<br />
artwork commissioned from the<br />
client's friend, adding a unique touch,”<br />
says Tamarin. “The bold, colourful<br />
wallpapers and face sculptures serve<br />
as eye-catching focal points. These<br />
carefully chosen elements create a<br />
unique and inviting interior.” Striking<br />
wallpapers are used in various spaces<br />
throughout the home, and Tamarin’s<br />
personal favourite is the one she used<br />
in the guest bathroom for the pyjama<br />
lounge. Materials like natural wood<br />
and stone were chosen to ground<br />
the design, creating a harmonious<br />
blend of contemporary elegance and<br />
organic warmth.<br />
Tamarin is a nature-lover herself so<br />
she loved working on this home,<br />
which has no fences to allow for<br />
the free movement of wildlife. The<br />
entertainment area with its sunken<br />
boma and turquoise pool are among<br />
the stand-out features of the space,<br />
and are designed for long days and<br />
relaxed evenings outside. Large<br />
sliding doors to all the bedrooms and<br />
living areas provide great views of the<br />
golf course, bringing the outdoors<br />
seamlessly inside.<br />
While contemporary design trends<br />
guided the project, Tamarin says<br />
that a conscious effort was made to<br />
incorporate timeless elements. By<br />
sticking to a neutral base and using<br />
sleek modern furniture with classic<br />
and natural materials, the overall<br />
design remains relevant.<br />
Details: Urban Create Design Interiors;<br />
www.urbancreate.co.za; Office 14, The<br />
Work Station, 1 Old Main Road, Umhlali;<br />
084 784 3860; IG: @urban_create_design<br />
40 Get It • <strong>Ballito</strong>•Umdloti•<strong>Umhlanga</strong> <strong>Apr</strong>il 20<strong>24</strong>
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