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SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER

2019

DÉCOR & DESIGN 14 Living Rooms: relaxing charm 28 Fabrics: decorative tailoring 40 Walls: patterned harmony 50 Dining In: sleek functionality 60 Tableware: contemporary settings 72 Back to Work: ergonomic inspiration 78 Outdoor Living: luxury oasis 98 Bedrooms: haute couture comfort 110 Tidy Home: elegant order 116 Audio-Visual & Domótica: home automation 118 Rugs: durable textures 126 Kitchens: stylish aesthetics 134 Lighting: soft reflections 142 Bathrooms: urban glamour 148 Property & Design Showcase: dream homes 154 First Person: business insights 156 Gardening & Landscaping: plants together 158 Architecture: sustainability and innovation 162 Fairs & Exhibitions: Marbella Design

LIFESTYLE & LEISURE 172 Open Sea: Benetti Diamond 145 176 Travel: chic Helsinki hotel inspired by folklore 178 Fine Dining: creative home recipes

NEWS & EVENTS

190 Festive review of inaugurations, anniversaries

and celebrations 182 Personal Training: healthy action plan 198 Bulletin of companies, organisations and 184 Life Coaching: achieving better results

people in the headlines 186 Health & Beauty: exercise for astronauts 202 The Final Word: specialist expatriate advice from leading experts 188 Art & Culture: international theatre in Málaga 180 Wine Notes: filtration methods for vegans

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INTERIOR DESIGN PROJECTS Inside & Outside Furniture Home Decor Bespoke Kitchens Curtains & Upholstery

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Editorial

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The concept of a “smart home” is now well-ingrained into contemporary architecture. In areas such as the Costa del Sol, for example, where cutting-edge building technology is the norm, it would be rare to find a newly built property that didn’t incorporate latest home automation (domótica) – integrating everything into a central control system from ambient light settings to digital kitchens.

So what is the new frontier, the next step architects, designers, builders and scientists need to take, not only to keep pushing technological boundaries but also to deal with concerns about global climate change?

According to professor of emerging technology Martyn Dade-Robertson, one answer is making buildings part of nature. Writing for The Conversation, he asked, “What if our homes were alive? I don’t mean smart homes with the disembodied voice of Alexa deciding the setting for your living room spotlights. I mean actually alive – growing, living, breathing and even reproducing. The idea might seem far-fetched, but in the face of a climate crisis we humans need to think radically about the way we live in and build our environment.”

Noting that “biology is capable of extraordinary feats of engineering”, he said he and his colleagues at Newcastle and Northumbria Universities had set up a new research centre to investigate the options. In the meantime, drawing on research from other institutions and academics, he outlined five ways his team believed buildings of the future might become “living-breathing things”… buildings that grow, heal and breathe, and have immune systems and stomachs.

1. Mycelium, the root network of fungus, can grow on little more than wood chips and coffee grounds in very short periods of time, “creating materials with significant structural performance”.

2. One potential method to “heal” cracks in a building’s concrete is to imbed bacterial spores in the concrete mix.

3. To counteract the effects of air-conditioning (apart from opening a window for natural ventilation), building membranes could be created to “sweat as indoor humidity rose, allowing air to flow through the walls.

4. Kitchens could be made “bio-receptive”, promoting the growth of bacterial that are known to offer resistance against disease-causing bugs.

“Soon, we might be able to eat our probiotic yogurts in probiotic kitchens.”

5. Developing a new type of microbial fuel cell, taking domestic waste and generating small amounts of power, “as part of a wider project exploring the processing power of microbes in buildings”.

Our attention was also drawn this summer to an initiative being promoted by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and aimed at persuading designers to help transform the global economy from a “linear” to a “circular” model by not creating products that end up in a landfill.

As reported in Dezeen, the Circular Design Programme’s executive summary notes, “In industries such as fashion and plastics packaging, products and systems are designed such that upwards of 80 per cent of material flows are destined for landfill, incineration or even leakage into natural environments. Designing for a circular economy is one of the biggest creative challenges of our time. We need a new approach and an orchestrated global programme to support designers and creators.”

Circular design is said to follow the principles of the circular economy: i.e. eradicating waste and pollution, re-using resources and enhancing natural systems. Admirable principles, indeed…

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Living Rooms ···

LUXURIOUS

Living Rooms Your living room could be considered the heart of the home, where you entertain guests and relax on your own watching your favourite television programme.

It goes without saying, therefore, that your seating has to be comfortable and well-proportioned for the room – as well, of course, as being extremely stylish.

Consider a statement armchair for a designer look and choose side tables and coffee tables that are the right height and size for the space, so as not to clutter the room.

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Cassina’s outstanding Dress Up! collection, designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, has been made using dressmaking craftsmanship from the fashion world, with expert stitching around the back and armrest creating a refined pleat both at the front and the back. The upholstered seat cushion is available in grey, black, white and “caffe latte”. It has an integrated chaise-longue and matching poufs come in two sizes. Cassina is available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www. siestainteriordesign.com).

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Above Vical’s royal blue Gazzola chesterfield sofa is partnered with their Lure sofa in rich ochre. The new Garseten and Klam side tables and Nizhni coffee table set offer a touch of glitz with metallic features. Vical is available from Vintage Point in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana, Nueva Andalucía (www.vintagepoint.es) and Miccoli Homes by Daiane Oliveira in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.miccolihomes.com).

Below The Uptown Sofa Melee Natural from Riviera Maison is particularly unusual as it comes in sections so that it can serve as an armchair or even a pouf.

Alternatively the sections can be placed together to create a low sofa. Available from ID House in Centro Comercial Azalea between San Pedro de Alcántara and Puerto Banús (www.idhouse.es).

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FURNITURE | LIGHTS | ACCESSORIES | PROJECTS

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Above The Plumy armchair and sofa, designed by Annie Hiéronimus for Ligne Roset, was inspired by the eighties. It is made from bonded blocks of polyether and Bultex polyurethane foam, offering the ultimate in comfort. The seat and backrest cushions are filled with goose feathers and can be folded into a chaise-longue. Shown here with their Alleluia coffee table (www.ligne-roset.com).

Opposite Page Arketipo’s exclusive Inkas sofa has an irregular aesthetic which gives this range its special charm (www.arketipo.com).

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Above The Infinity modular sofa comes with an ottoman that allows you to extend the seating area if required. The deep and low seating is designed for superlative relaxation with comfortable upholstery and carefullycrafted details. Kare is situated in Centro de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.kare-marbella.es).

Right The Deven sofa from Trussardi Casa has legs available in polished brass or gunmetal with the surround and armrests in quilted leather. Available from Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www. aaltofurniture.com).

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Above Artifort’s Mushroom armchair, designed by Pierre Paulin, was made using a revolutionary manufacturing technique for the period. The curved design was inspired by women dressed in bathing suits with one seamless piece of fabric being stretched over the frame. The seat is part of the MoMa (Museum of Modern Art in New York) permanent collection (www.artifort.com).

Left Becara’s armchairs with matching pouf are low and deep for the ultimate in comfort. The seat is contemporary in style with classically-styled wooden legs - thus suiting any style of room. Becara is situated in Avda.

Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe in Marbella (www.becara.com).

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Left The Pipe armchair from Moroso makes a real statement in a room. The back of the seat is designed for comfort with a fluffy embrace, and the chrome tubes used for the back support and base are a great finishing touch to this glamorous seat. Moroso is available through Siesta Interior Design in Centro Plaza, Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign. com), and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

Right The soft, rounded shape of the Chloe Luxury armchair from Ditre is embellished behind the backrest by elegant and refined pleating. The chair has an Art Decò look with a contemporary touch making it ideal for any style of room.

Ditre Italia is available through Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com).

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Fabrics ···

IMPRESSIVE Fabrics Entering the autumn/winter months fabrics become more of a focus as they bring a sense of warmth to the ambience of the home. Cushions not only offer comfort but can also add a splash of colour to a chair. With this in mind, upholstery fabric can totally transform a chair, sofa or pouf that has seen better days making it look sparkling new again. Curtains soften the room and the light that filters into it, and there are so many options to choose from – it is just up to you to opt for the right one that suits your requirements and taste.

Opposite Page Above Left The decorative Paintbox fabric range from Carlucci di Chivasso is made from velvet with a large bold print ideal for a statement chair.

Available from Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es), Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com), Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www. aaltofurniture.com) and ID Latinia in Edif. Playas del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com).

Above Right Casamance’s Égérie fabric range was inspired by the light and dark of the stage. A glamorous fabric that reflects the light but also has dark tones. Available from ID House in Centro Comercial Azalea between San Pedro de Alcántara and Puerto Banús (www.idhouse.es), Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www.aaltofurniture. com), Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor. com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com) and ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www. idlatinia.com).

Below Left Dedar’s Bouratino fabric range took inspiration from the tailoring fabrics that were fashionable in the 1940s and 1950s. It is characterised by a wild

bourette silk weave that is heavy and has a nubby appearance. This collection comes in a wide variety of colours. Dedar is available from Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com) and ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com).

Below Right Romo’s love of nature is shown in their Japura tropical design. It has a lustrous silk blend jacquard, sumptuous velvets and soft chenille as well as some embroidery. The print celebrates colour and its sheen offers an opulent contemporary look. Romo is available from Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion. com), Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea. es), Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www.aaltofurniture.com), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www. estucointeriors.com).

This Page The Escapade Indienne fabric range from Pierre Frey is available through ID Latinia in Edif.

Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com).

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GIVING YOUR CHAIR A

New Lease Of Life

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Morlaco is a pine tree forested hill in Málaga which is a natural habitat for the chameleon and was the inspiration for James Malone’s Morlaco range. The design depicts chameleons relaxing on mediaeval-styled foliage printed on 100% medium linen weight. James Malone is available from Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan. com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com) and Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es).

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FURNITURE SCANDINAVIAN BEDS LANDSCAPING INTERIOR DESIGN & SOURCING Shop & Showroom Pol. Ind Nueva Campana 85 29660 Nueva Andalucia Tel: +34 693 698 090 Facebook: Vintage Point Marbella Instagram: vintagepointmarbella

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Fabrics ··· Top The Mizumi fabric range from Black Edition, seen here in the upholstery of the sofa and one of the cushions, is indulgent in texture and aesthetic allure. Black Edition collaborated with Japanese artist Katsutoshi Yuasa to explore time-honoured Japanese printmaking practices combining traditional with contemporary techniques. Shown here with Black Edition’s beautiful linen satin curtain from their Katsuru design which is also derived from artwork realised by Katsutoshi Yuasa. Available from Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com), ID Latinia in Edif.

Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors. com) and Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es).

Middle Mark Alexander’s luxurious Plush fabric range is soft and highly durable with a long-pile Angora goat mohair velvet. Its bespoke colour palette comprises neutrals and deep accent shades.

Available from Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www. dairindecoracion.com), Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia. com), Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es), Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www.aaltofurniture.com), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor. com) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www. estucointeriors.com).

Bottom From left to right these beautiful upholstery fabrics are from Filippo Uecher’s Scapigliata, Leonardo da Vinci and Itaca ranges. All exclusively available from Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com).

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WINDOW DRESSING

This Page The Beaumonde printed and embroidered fabric from Pierre Frey depicts majestically-costumed people parading gleefully across linen.

Inspired by a collage and painting technique, the characters are embroidered in actual size across two different panels three metres high. This design is also available in wallpaper. Pierre Frey is available through ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com).

Opposite Page Above Left JAB Anstoez’s new Romantic Flowers collection comprises eight contemporary floral prints. Perfect for a neutral room, the design offers femininity and richness. JAB is available from Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es), Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com), Arte del Lusso in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.artedellusso.es), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor. com), Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www. aaltofurniture.com) and ID Latinia in Edif. Playas del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com).

Above Right Aldeco’s Bohemian jacquard fabric comes in five colourways

and combines geometric design with extravagant brushstrokes offering a bold but glamorous look. Aldeco is available from Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es), Miccoli Homes by Daiane Oliveira in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.miccoli.es), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com), Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com) and Arte del Lusso in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.artedellusso.es).

Below Left The Laser Punto textile vertical blind from Création Baumann has tiny laser dots on the upper level of the blinds to add a contemporary design feature. Available directly from the Arte del Lusso showroom in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.artedellusso.es) as well as Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com), Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion. com), Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es) and Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es).

Below Right The Veniwood range from Mottura comes in three-millimetre Abachiwood slats with a handcrafted finish. Available from Arte del Lusso in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.artedellusso.es).

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Fabrics ··· Designers Guild’s Le Poeme de Fleurs celebrates flowers with bold blooms on sumptuously soft cotton velvet. Designers Guild is available from Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es), Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com), Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion. com), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com), Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com).

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LUSH Cushions Opposite Page Zoco Home’s Moroccan Handira cushion cover is handmade using 100% cotton, embroidered and decorated with sparkling sequins on one side. Zoco Home is situated in Centro Idea on the Mijas Road (www.zocohome.com).

This Page Right Spruce up your sofa or armchair with these playful striped cushions from HK Living. Available from Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com).

Below Left Hay’s Plica Tint range is made using a premium fabric with a soft and tactile feel and sewn edges.

Hay is available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www. plusstore.es).

Below Right Chhatwal & Jonsson’s linen cushion covers are hand printed and woven in India using traditional methods. Their velvet cushion covers are made using Dori or appliqué technique. Available from Vintage Point in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana, Nueva Andalucía (www.vintagepoint.es).

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The Crépuscule wallpaper from Élitis’ Panoramique range is made from raffia threads that are woven into contemporary graphical design. Élitis is available from Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www. femontgalvan.com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www. estucointeriors.com).

DESIGNER Walls As the wallpaper market has exploded in recent years, with technology developing so fast you can literally put wallpapers and coverings anywhere (including your outside walls and bathrooms), wallpapers have attracted more interest.

There are now more bold designs than ever before – ideal for a statement wall that brings a strong focus to a room.

Check out these for some inspiration…

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Above Left The GoldenWall Collection is a luxurious wallpaper range from Inkiostro Bianco fusing harmonious patterns and geometric shapes to create a sophisticated look on a wall (www.inkiostrobianco.com).

Above Right Hollywood Palm wallpaper from Cole & Son was designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, who took his inspiration for the design from his love of Los Angeles and its iconic palm trees. The design merges traditional with contemporary, using sumptuous metallic tones of charcoal and gold, rose gold, silver and charcoal, and leaf green. Cole & Son is available from Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com) and Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es).

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Aladino wallpaper from Wall & Decò’s Wet System range comes in two colourways: a melange of browns and also sultry blues. The Wet System has been cleverly designed so that it can withstand humidity, making this range of wallpapers perfect for a bathroom, for example. Wall & Decò is available from Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es) and ID Latinia in Edif.

Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com).

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YOUNG & Fun Above Left The Star-ling wallpaper range from Mini Moderns comes in various colourways. It is shown here in rosemarais and gold, a combination inspired by an old French educational poster bought in the Marais district of Paris.

Mini Moderns is exclusively available from Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com).

Above Right Osborne & Little’s Coronata Star wallpaper range features an eight-pointed star – a design they are renowned for and which has appeared in both their wallpaper and their fabric collections over the years. Available from Magyk in C/ Lagasca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.magyk.es), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www. casasoladecor.com) and Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es).

Left The new Rainbows range from Hibou Home is fun and uplifting, making it ideal for a baby nursery, child’s bedroom or playroom. It combines the sophisticated muted colours of mustard, rose, brick and sage green. Hibou Home is exclusively available from Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com).

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The Rendez-vous collection from Pierre Frey fuses mural with textile, and comes in a wide range of designs including plain embossed vinyls.

Pierre Frey is available through ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com) and Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com).

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Sophistication The dining table plays an important part in bringing people together within the home. Now that new contemporary homes have become more open-plan, the dining room tends to be left out of the design plans and, instead the dining area is part of the living room and even the kitchen combined. With this change in the style of living, dining in is now less formal and more social.

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The Next 137 oval dining table from Gervasoni has a polished cast aluminium leg with a table top that comes in either white Carrara marble or wood in various finishes. Accompanied here with Gervasoni’s Gray armchair range (www.gervasoni1882.it).

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Above Kare’s “Table Bug” has a hammered-look frame with a recycled solid wood top. Their comfy armchairs are mix-matched for a playful aesthetic as well as elegance. Hovering above is Kare’s graphical pendant light made from stone and metal. Kare is situated in Centro Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.kare-marbella.es).

Below Cattelan Italia’s Gordon Deep Wood table has an eight-centimetre thick top with uneven edges in Canaletto walnut, shown here with their Isabel ML chair. Cattelan Italia is available through Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), ID House in Centro Comercial Azalea between San Pedro de Alcántara and Puerto Banús (www. idhouse.es) and Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www.aaltofurniture.com).

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Above Left Florence Knoll designed this sleek marble dining table, simply named “Florence”, in 1961. The legs are made from solid steel with a polished chrome finish and the table top comes in a wide range of marble with a shiny or satin finish. The dining set is finished off with their Saarinen Executive armchairs in various colours (www.knoll.com).

Above Right Kristalia’s BD chair, created by Bartoli Design, comes in natural hide which will move and show individual character over time whilst maintaining its functionality. The stitching detail and tie-rod device at the back of the chair add tension to the hide as well as providing an interesting design feature. Kristalia is available through Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com).

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Above Left The Blend chair from Cane-line is made from rattan and adds a natural touch to the dining area. The tabletop of Cane-line’s Turn dining table has a core of birchwood veneer (Multiplex) which is laminated in grey-brown on one side and white on the other, so it can be turned around for either a white or grey-brown table top, depending on your particular taste. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

Above Right These dining chairs give an airy lightweight feel and match beautifully with this minimalistic white dining table complimented by the beaded lamp hovering above. All available from Zoco Home in Centro Idea, Mijas (www.zocohome.com).

Right This dining set is from Artwood. The Bennie dining table is shown here with their Zola dining chairs, both with iron frames combining wood and wicker for a natural rustic look. Available from the Vintage Point showroom in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana, Nueva Andalucía (www.vintagepoint.es), and also through Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com).

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Above Hay’s CPH30 Extendable dining table was designed by Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec. This versatile table comes in different sizes and with an oak frame in various finishes, and the table top is offered with a variety of wood, laminate or linoleum options.

The Result chair features a thin steelsheet base with an oak seat and backrest. It comes in many wood finishes and base colours, as well as a wide variety of textiles and leather options for the seat. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www. plusstore.es).

Right The minimalistic Artina dining table from Camerich features legs that are perpendicular to their corresponding leg. The table has a grey veneered top and solid oak legs and comes in four different sizes. Their sleek Origin dining chair has clean lines with a steel frame and sinuous springs for the seat and backrest.

Camerich is situated in Centro Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.camerichspain.com).

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Setting The

Perfect Table Whether you are looking for a casual look for your table or a more formal setting, tableware sets the mood for the meal – your cooking is another subject!

Now that dining at home has become less formal, rustic tableware is hugely popular, with each stylish piece being unique in its form and uneven edges and imperfections being its main charm. This does not mean there is no place for more formal tableware… and there are some very exciting collections that have hit the market recently.

Here are some examples…

Vista Alegre’s Fiji porcelain tableware range combines floral motifs with geometric patterns, adding a fresh and contemporary look to a dining table. Vista Alegre is available through Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com) and Miccoli Homes by Daiane Oliveira in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.miccoli.es).

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The Kyoto ceramic range from HK Living is rustic and handpainted, to give every piece a unique style. Available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www. siestainteriordesign.com).

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Above The marbled stoneware range from Hay offers a natural modern look, and comes in a wide range of colours. Hay is available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

Right The Artesano Flower Art porcelain range from Villeroy & Boch is brightly adorned with coloured flowers in a fresh and contemporary design (www.villeroy-boch.es).

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These coloured solid glass cups and saucers were presented

by Nordal earlier this year. They are both dishwasher and foodsafe. Nordal is available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

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The Rouge Empereur collection was the result of a great deal of experimentation by Bernardaud. The fireglazed cracked effect – through this vibrant red-blood colour showing the whiteness of the porcelain beneath – is striking and sure to wow your dinner guests (www.bernardaud.com).

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Style Make going back to work more inspiring with an ergonomic statement chair, stylish desk and table lamp as well as all-important accoutrements to keep your desk as tidy and organised as possible.

The PM-02 hand-blown table lamp from Fritz Hansen is a new addition to their Planner series, offering a minimalist Scandinavian look - with the frosted glass shade emitting a warm glow. Their Buckets penholder pots have three different handles and the tray beneath can be used separately to store keys, paperclips, etc. while their Wave Desk Organiser is made from a single piece of steel made into undulating folds. All products shown here are displayed on the Pluralis table, the latest piece of furniture created by Kasper Salto for Fritz Hansen, which comes with an optional cable bridge to charge your phone or tablet.

Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

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Above Minotti’s Carson desk range comes in two sizes. The side of the desk is in satin-finish metal with a light bronze finish. The frame and top are made from an oak veneer with an open-pore Moka glossy lacquer finished drawer fronts (www.minotti.com).

Right The Pato Swivel chair from Fredericia features a four-point swivel base and optional casters. Shown here with Fredericia’s Piloti solid oak table that has subtle detailing on the table top to create the impression of it floating between four legs (www.fredericia.com).

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This look is supplied by Scapa World. Their Iron office desk in jet black is minimalistic in design but the aesthetic is softened by their Tricia armchair and Njord throw. Scapa is available from Vintage Point in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana, Nueva Andalucía (www.vintagepoint.es).

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CELEBRATING The Outdoors

With the magnificent all year-round outdoor life that we enjoy here in southern Europe, our outdoor furniture takes on greater importance.

More care has to be taken with the materials we choose for our loungers and armchairs due to intense UV rays that can cause materials to fade in the direct sunlight. There are many great ideas for respite from the sun with state-of-the-art pergolas and, if you entertain a lot, stylish dining sets for alfresco dining and modular seating systems are always a great option to cater for varying numbers of guests. Take a look at these ideas…

Kettal has introduced the 12x4 metre VDL Pavilion, an updated construction created under the supervision of Dion Neutra, son of Richard Neutra, who originally designed the Penthouse for Kettal in 1963 as a celebration of the relationship between health and architecture. There is an automated smart home system to control the lighting, air-conditioning and heating, amongst other interesting features. Kettal is available through ID Latinia in Edif.

Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com), Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com), Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com), Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www. outdoorconcepts.es), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com) and Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es).

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COOL Living Above This stylish aluminium louvered roof pergola comes with cuttingedge adjustable blades that can be rotated by remote control, allowing you to regulate the amount of sunlight and ventilation entering into the pergola – depending on the weather conditions. Available from Pro Shade (www.pro-shade.eu).

Right These made-to-measure shade sails are an elegant and economical shade solution. They come in a variety of attractive colours and are easy to install, take down and maintain. The Shadesail Company is situated in Calahonda (www.theshadesailcompany.com).

Opposite Page Above This pool enclosure was originally a concept born out of Florida (99% of all pools there have this enclosure), and it has now arrived in Spain. Its frame is highly-durable but minimalistic in appearance, with a fine net covering it to protect the pool from insects, leaves and debris as well as reducing water evaporation. It can be illuminated at night and serves as a great extension to your home (www.green-star.org).

Middle This luxury pergola from Cape Reed shows how these ecofriendly wooden structures add value to your home by offering extra living space. Cape Reed is situated in Avda. Bulevar Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe in Marbella (www.capereed.com).

Below This pergola was a project carried out in the Puente Romano by Protec Group Spain. The structure is made from wood and aluminium and has adjustable blinds. Protec Group Spain is situated in Pol. Ind. Los Perales in Mijas (www.protecgroupspain.com).

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Al Fresco Dining

This is Villa Christina, a project developed by Antima, that looks out over Las Brisas Golf and La Concha mountain peak. The outside dining area has natural wicker armchairs that have comfortable crisp white cushions and compliment the contemporary minimalistic dining table to give a chic Hamptons look (www.antima.no).

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ALREADY ESTABLISHED IN THE US AND NOW AVAILABLE IN SPAIN! NOT HOT AND CLAUSTROPHOBIC LIKE A GREENHOUSE DUE TO FREE-FLOWING AIR · Protects your pool and terrace area from insects keeping it clean and hygienic NO · Adds value to your home serving as an extension to the main house GLASS · Protects you from direct sun exposure and reduces water evaporation · Reduces your energy cost and increases your home’s security · In-built lighting features so you can enjoy your pool area at night

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Outdoor ··· Above Gandia Blasco’s DNA Teak range comes in a variety of forms from sun loungers, sofas and armchairs to tables. The collection combines the warmth of teak wood with a colder thermo-lacquered welded aluminium frame. Their upholstery fabric is water-repellent, making it ideal for outdoor use. Gandia Blasco is available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com).

Below Designed by Stefan Diez for Emu, the elegant Ciak director’s chair features a spiral aluminium frame and high-quality fabric.

Shown here with their Kira dining table, the overall look is clean-cut and contemporary.

Emu is available from Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es).

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This Page Manutti’s Kobo range offers deep and luxurious seating with curved lines. Manutti is available from Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com), Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

Opposite Page Top This exceptionally long sofa situated around the pool area in Villa Christina that boasts mountain and golf views, certainly gives the wow-factor. The beige and white cushions give a natural and sophisticated aesthetic. Built-into the curved wall looking out over the swimming pool, it has an alluring contemporary fireplace to add warmth and ambience during the evenings. This project was carried out by Antima (www.antima.no).

Middle The Eden garden sofa is elegant and contemporary, part of the Icon di Talenti range which is a collaboration with various international designers.

It is designed for outdoor use but can also be used to furnish an indoor area.

Its fabric is from Kirkby Design, and it has quick-dry foam padding which repels water and prevents mould. Talenti is available through Estuco Interiors in C/ Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com), ID House in Centro Comercial Azalea between San Pedro de Alcántara and Puerto Banús (www.idhouse.es), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com) and Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es).

Bottom This outdoor lounge collection from All Home is made from extruded T profile and corrugated aluminium inspired by the design of an old aeroplane. All Home is situated in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana in Nueva Andalucía (www.allhomemarbella.com).

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The Foam by Cane-line is a versatile modular furniture range: used either as an open armchair or with the seats put together to make a sofa.

The material is weather-proof and its style impeccably suits contemporary indoor living spaces. Cane-line is available from the BoConcept Plus Store showroom on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

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Above The TsjongeJongetje lounger from Fatboy is UVresistant and repels moisture and dirt. It has a non-slip bottom and can be used outdoors as well as inside the home. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es), Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

Below Carried out by G&G Italia in Ibiza, this project catered to the owner’s love of Miami by using a strong aqua blue for the sun loungers. They come in a variety of exciting colours that are highly-resistant to UV rays and therefore always keep their intense colour. G&G Italia is situated in Pol. Ind. Elviria 17 (www.gg-italia.net).

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This eye-catching navy-blue sofa from G&G Italia has a teak frame with a weaved back and polyurethane-filled cushions that are resistant to all weather conditions. An exceptional feature of the sofa is its strong colour, which does not fade in the sun due to its high-quality material.

The sofa can be made-to-measure and comes in a wide range of bold colours as well as neutral, depending on your requirements. G&G Italia is situated in Pol. Ind. Elviria 17 (www.gg-italia.net).

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Tribù’s Vis à Vis lounger collection features a teak base which is smooth and highly durable, and sits on handy wheels for easy portability. In the middle of the two conjoined beds is an integrated tabletop to place sun cream, drinks or reading material, giving this sun lounger an added versatile touch. The back is adjustable and the bed base can be moved so that users can lie next to or opposite each other. Tribù is available from Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) amd Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www. siestainteriordesign.com).

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PLANTING Pleasure The Suave planter from Vondom is a way of “transforming outdoor spaces into a true oasis, with the unique purpose of drawing people together and celebrating life”, according to designer Marcel Wanders. Made using injected polyurethane – a production method that has made Vondom so famous – these planters, which come in various sizes and a wide range of colours, have a contemporary minimalist aesthetic that suits any kind of outdoor environment. Vondom is available from the Outdoor Concepts showroom at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es) and also through Magyk in C/ Lagasca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.magyk.es), Ambar Decoraciones in Avda. del Mediterráneo in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.ambardecoraciones.com) and ID Latinia in Edif.

Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com).

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STYLISH AND COST-EFFECTIVE SHADE SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR TERRACE, GARDEN OR CARPORT

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Edra’s Stand By Me bed features two “smart” cushions that can be individually placed and serve as the headboard, adding extra comfort to the soft padding that covers the entire frame.

Shown here with Edra’s iconic Vermelha armchair, which is handwoven with 500 metres of special cord (www.edra.com).

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SWEET Dreams

As sleep plays such an important part in our lives, the bedroom has to be our haven. Consider peaceful colours and excellent storage solutions (to avoid clutter), and invest in a bed that is right for your particular requirements.

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Above The Tonight bed from Bonaldo combines harmony with simplicity, comes in various versions to suit any style of room, and offers built-in storage. Bonaldo is available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

Opposite Page Above The Ambassador Continental divan set from Jensen Store incorporates Jensen Pocket on Pocket technology. The double mattresses, with up to three individual Jensen Pocket spring systems, ensure optimum comfort with adjustable firmness. The whole bed frame is covered with Jensen’s Seamless textile solution; while the interesting feature of having just

four legs instead of the usual eight provides an added touch of elegance. Jensen Store is situated in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana in Nueva Andalucía (www. jensenstore.com).

Below Carpe Diem’s Härmanö is a stunning continental bed with separate spring systems and classic double mattresses. Their patented Carpe Diem Beds Contour Pocket System offers superlative sleep and comfort. The Härmanö is covered in a non-allergenic, hardwearing fabric, and the copper-toned legs add an opulent touch. Available from Jensen Store in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana (www.jensenstore.com) and the BoConcept Plus Store on the Mias Road and C. de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.plusstore.es).

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Above The Mayfair Dream bed from Arketipo draws its inspiration from haute couture with its refined stitching. The headboard can be tilted upwards to add comfort when reading in bed. Its padding and close proximity to the floor give the bed a contemporary look that is also extremely inviting (www.arketipo.com).

Right This beautiful bed from Becara has an unusual metal headboard that adds a contemporary touch to this classic room. The bench at the foot of the bed finishes off the look. Becara is situated in Avda. Boulevard Príncipe Alfonso de Hohenlohe in Marbella (www.becara.com).

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Flou’s Amal double bed has a metal trim (available in different finishes) that anchors the covers to the sides of the headboard, and offers more padding for extra comfort. The base is also padded, and comes as either a mattress support with adjustable slats that can be disassembled, a storage bed base or the new electric Motion4 base. The bed base and the headboard have removable fabric, leather or faux leather covers. Flou is available through Siesta Interior Design and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

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GETTING HEADY Over Bedding

Left The Monaco bed linen range is superbly handcrafted in Portugal. The timeless design is woven with single ply, and long staple 100% Egyptian cotton. Available from King of Cotton situated in CC. La Colonia in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.kingofcotton.es).

Right The Northern Light bed linen range from Georg Jensen is made with high-quality damask Egyptian cotton. The greyblue hue, like the night’s sky, gives the room a calming ambience; while their striped Older range provides a fun designer look.

Georg Jensen is available from Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com).

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The Interlace design by Christian Fischbacher is inspired by classic St. Gallen lace. Its floral pattern is printed on extra-long staple Swiss cotton fabric and at the base it is intertwined with graduated lace. Christian Fischbacher is available from Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor. com) and Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www. dairindecoracion.com).

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ORDER

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They say a tidy home is a happy home, and this could not be more accurate. Clutter is bad for the mind and can be overwhelming. Simply installing shelving or adding cabinetry to store away your possessions can automatically change the whole aesthetic of a room, opening it up and making it feel more airy. Here are some ideas…

Above Left The Shanti Surprise Puzzle cabinet from Kare is made from mango wood and is decorated mystically with carved motifs and ornaments inspired by old Indian carvings. Kare is situated in Centro de Negocios Oasis on Marbella’s Golden Mile (www.kare-marbella.es).

Above Right The elegant two-door Sirocco cabinet from Pomax is made from acacia wood with shelving inside on slender metal legs (www.pomax.com).

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This Page Montana’s Panton Wire shelving system has an industrial yet elegant design which can be used individually or stacked in any shape to suit the space. It can be assembled directly on the floor, suspended or erected on the wall. Available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

Opposite Page Above Left Boca Do Lobo’s Coleccionista shelving unit can be placed against a wall or serve as a room divider - which is helped by the drawers being double-sided (www.bocadolobo.com).

Above Right The Lotus Graphite range from Häcker is ideal cabinetry for organising your kitchen, incorporating easy-access shelves with integrated downlights and drawers. Available from Novo Küchen in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona (www.novokuchen.com).

Below The Skill cabinet from Modulnova is an industrial system that not only offers storage space but can also illuminate a room. It has a solid look with clean lines and will suit any style of room. Modulnova is situated in Avda.

Salamanca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.modulnovamarbella.com).

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RACK HACKS Above Gervasoni’s Cross side table has a grid frame in copper-plated steel with a handy slot on the side to place your magazines (www.gervasoni1882.it).

Above Right The Kuoio pocket is made from saddle leather in various colours from Meridiani. Available through ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com) and Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com).

Right The minimalist Piero coffee table from Bolia has a grey marble top and a geometric steel base with a leather magazine rack built into it (www.bolia.com).

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Rugs ···

RAVISHING

Rugs

Now we are entering into the cooler months, perhaps it is time to consider a new rug.

They bring warmth to a room as well as helping to dampen echoey acoustics. A rug with a bold design or colour can serve as an artistic statement and bring a focus to the room. As a rug takes a lot of wear and tear, invest in a good-quality one so that it withstands the test of time.

The Fame rug from JAB Anstoetz has a luxurious velvet sheen and is available in 17 contemporary colours. Its dense texture makes it highly durable and gives it a cosy feel. JAB is available from Cort Idea on the Mijas Road (www.cortidea.es), Casasola Décor near Torre Real (www.casasoladecor.com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com), Estuco Interiors in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.estucointeriors.com), Aalto Exclusive Furniture in Urb. Carolina Park in Marbella (www.aaltofurniture.com), ID Latinia in Edif. Playas del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia. com) and Dairin Decoración on the Ronda Road near Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.dairindecoracion.com).

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Designed by Maison Christian Lacroix for Moooi, the Malmaison Guimauve rug is made from 100% polyamide with a felt backing. The colourful design achieved by Chromojet digital printing draws the eye and comes under the class of CL33, which means it absorbs sound well and gives a room a cosy feel. Moooi is available from Miccoli Homes by Daiane Oliveira in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.miccoli.es).

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Above Left The Alfresko 21 Brisa rug from KP Alfombras is treated for stain protection and can be used inside the home and outdoors. Available from Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www. femontgalvan.com) and Tela Bella near Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.telabella.es).

Above Right This handmade vintage Azilal carpet is made from 100% wool and cotton. It comes in various bold designs and is available from Zoco Home in Centro Idea, Mijas (www.zocohome.com).

Below The Baga carpet from Chhatwal & Jonsson is hand-tufted with a shimmery finish and is soft to the touch. Available from Vintage Point in Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana, Nueva Andalucía (www.vintagepoint.es).

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The Maestro Tempo rug from Limited Edition has a graphic design made from a stain-resistant wool and silk blend. Available from Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com).

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The Contemporary

KITCHEN

These days modern kitchens are equipped with state-of-the-art appliances and clever cabinetry. Stone, marble and wood are making more of an appearance, giving the room a less clinical atmosphere and bringing a natural feel to the space.

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The smoked oak and industrial steel Systemat/ART kitchen range from Häcker is fully customised and offers a solid natural look. The handle-less drawers and cabinetry, and contrast between the glossy worktop and wood, give this kitchen its contemporary and stylish aesthetic appeal. Häcker is available from Novo Küchen in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona (www.novokuchen.com).

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Above Küppersbusch have a range of built-in ovens offering pyrolytic selfcleaning, steam-assisted functionality, integrated microwave and Wi-Fi-enabled.

Available from Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.mercasurestepona.com).

Right Arredo 3’s innovative Meg kitchen is contemporary in style, with fine attention to detail, and it combines blond oak, mist lacquer and black Fenix laminate with brass or titanium features. The countertop harmoniously integrates with the adjoining table, merging the kitchen concept with the dining room. Available from Decodan Interiores in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona and also the Marmorin Design Center on the Golden Mile (www. decodaninteriores.com).

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Kitchens ··· Right The Gutmann extractor hood from Blanco has superlative technology to ensure that your kitchen is always perfectly and stylishly ventilated. If you have a contemporary home with an open-plan kitchen and dining area, for example, the whole living space is kept odourfree. Available from Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.mercasurestepona.com) and Decodan Interiores in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona and also the Marmorin Design Center on the Golden Mile (www. decodaninteriores.com).

Below The innovative CooKingRak is the first invisible induction countertop. Via magnetic waves, the induction plate detects a container on its surface and heats up. It is resistant to stains, high temperatures, scratching and atmospheric agents, and is very easy to clean and maintain, offering optimum hygiene.

The induction hobs include a liquid crystal display using radio-frequency control to operate each cooking zone via a remote control or through your mobile using the app.

CooKingRak is available from Decodan Interiores and can be viewed at the Marmorin Design Center on the Golden Mile. Alternatively, you can visit Decodan Interiores in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona (www.decodaninteriores.com).

Opposite Page Designa’s Giorno kitchen features light pigmented solid oak which, combined with the white table top, gives a contemporary and minimalist look that is timeless. Designa is situated on the Mijas Road and Pol. Ind. Nueva Campana in Nueva Andalucía (www.designaspain.com).

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Quartz surface brand Silestone by Cosentino has introduced the Silestone Loft series in two contemporary colours: Brooklyn and Silver Lake. It offers an industrial and architectural look with a cutting-edge feel and a sublime matt finish. Its raw finish masterfully replicates the look and feel of building materials such as cement and concrete, offering a surface that combines a light texture with a sublime matt finish. Available from Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.mercasurestepona.com), Decodan Interiores in Avda. Juan Carlos I in Estepona (www.decodaninteriores. com) and Atlas Group in CC Atenea in Estepona (www.atlas-group.es).

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Lighting ···

And Then There Was

Light…

No matter how beautiful your decoration is, if your lighting is wrong the whole aesthetic of the room can be ruined. There are numerous exciting lighting solutions out on the market so it is just a question of choosing the right ones for your home.

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The Ball pendant lamp from Verpan was designed by Verner Panton. It comprises round chrome cellidor balls clustered together, offering an eye-catching light that really gives the wow-factor (www.verpan.com).

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HANGING PRETTY Above Terzani’s newest pendant lamp, Kika, adds a touch of glamour to a living space. It is made up of hundreds of photo-etched metal pendants attached to metal rings, resulting in a shimmering jewel-like appearance. Terzani is available from ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com) and Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www. femontgalvan.com).

Right La Vie En Rose is a show-stopping pendant lamp from Brand Van Egmond. This romantic model is finished in glossy nickel to catch the eye when you enter the room. Brand Van Egmond is available from Femont Galvan in the Marbella Club (www.femontgalvan.com).

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TABLE LAMPS Left The New York lamp from Kinetura is sensitive to touch and also by your physical presence. When you walk into the room it uses its sensors to expand out into a circle, exposing the light inside. Its design is not only architectural but also a decorative lamp inspired by New York’s iconic skyline. It comes in charcoal black, ghost white and venetian red. Exclusively available from Illusion in Urb. Guadalcántara in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.e-illusion.es).

Below Left The Matilda lamp from Italamp’s collection Opera 0.3 was designed by Roberta Vitadello and can be used outdoors. It has a metal base and stem in a light gold finish, with coloured blown glass and a fabric lampshade (www.italamp.com).

Below Right The Taccia table lamp from Flos offers indirect and reflected light. The diffuser is made from mouthblown glass that can be directed to suit your lighting requirements. It has a long electric cable and a dimmer switch for the ultimate control. Flos is available from BoConcept Plus Store on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es).

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Designed by Arik Levy, the North collection from Vibia is highlighted by a traditional shade suspended from a slim carbon fibre rod, with the architectural LED light coming in different models. Vibia is available through ID Latinia in Edif. Playa del Duque in Puerto Banús (www.idlatinia.com).

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NOVELTY WALL LAMPS Left The llusion from Northern merges the functional elements of a lamp with table making, to create a real talking point. It directs a strong and clear light down from the shade while offering a resting place for objects. Northern is available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

Right Inspired by the fairytales of “One Thousand and One Nights”, the quirky Ali & Babà wall lamp, in white glossy ceramic, also comes with a linen shade for a softer and diffused lighting. Karman is available through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com), Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and ID House in Centro Comercial Azalea between San Pedro de Alcántara and Puerto Banús (www.idhouse.es).

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OUTDOOR LIGHTING Left The Fatboy Thierry le Swinger is a multi-functional LED lamp which is wireless so it can be placed anywhere outdoors. It also has a battery life of up to 42 hours. Fatboy is available in the BoConcept Plus Store showroom on the Mijas Road and C. de Negocios Oasis in Marbella (www.plusstore.es) as well as through Siesta Interior Design in C. Plaza in Nueva Andalucía (www.siestainteriordesign.com) and Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu).

Below Left The 60T Arc floor lamp from Royal Botania is sleek and sophisticated, emitting a soft light that creates the perfect ambience to while away the evenings.

Royal Botania is available from Acoola in Pol. Ind. San Pedro de Alcántara (www.acoola.eu) and Outdoor Concepts at the top of the Boulevard in San Pedro de Alcántara (www.outdoorconcepts.es).

Below Right The Mate outdoor floor lamp from Metalarte is both minimalist and elegant. Designed by renowned Dutch architect Geert Koster, Mate beautifully illuminates the space, while its understated design allows the other elements of the space to take prominence (www.metalarte.com).

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BATHROOMS that inspire

Over the years, bathrooms have become more inviting and less clinical, with furniture items, chandeliers, wallpapers and other decorative elements having a greater presence. Where white and glossy was always seen as the best option for a bathroom, now we are seeing darker bathrooms using natural materials such as stone to add an earthy feel. Here are some ideas to spruce up your bathroom this winter…

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This bathroom from Roca shows how bathrooms do not always have to be sterile and bright. Dark features can look chic and urban, with metallic features such as the taps and towel rail providing a glamorous industrial aesthetic.

Roca is available from Proinco in Estepona (Pol. Ind. Estepona and Avda. Juan Carlos I), Pol. Ind. La Ermita in Marbella and C/ Isla Cabrera in Fuengirola, as well as their various outlets in Mรกlaga (www.proinco.es).

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Above The new Cannes range from Sanchís is made from stone, with their soft Mix relief made up of squares and rectangles with hydraulic motifs. Sanchís is available from Proinco in Estepona (Pol. Ind. Estepona and Avda.

Juan Carlos I), Pol. Ind. La Ermita in Marbella and C/ Isla Cabrera in Fuengirola plus various outlets in Málaga (www.proinco.es), as well as Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www.mercasurestepona.com).

Below The Blade range from Modulnova adds a contemporary chic look to a bathroom. The use of white marble gives a natural look that is timeless. Modulnova is situated in Avda. Salamanca in San Pedro de Alcántara (www. modulnovamarbella.com).

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Luxury & Style

PROINCO MARBELLA

www.proinco.es · proinco@proinco.es

C/ Zinc 6 P.I. La Ermita 29603 Marbella 952 91 09 52 marbella@proinco.es

MÁLAGA · ALGECIRAS · CÓRDOBA · GRANADA · ANTEQUERA · ESTEPONA FUENGIROLA · MARBELLA · RONDA · VÉLEZ-MÁLAGA · SEVILLA

Bathrooms ··· Left Internationally-acclaimed designer Patricia Urquiola reveals the third generation of Laufen’s SaphirKeramik with her new Sonar range. Its thin and lightweight design is unconventional but aesthetically charming. Available from Proinco in Estepona (Pol. Ind. Estepona and Avda. Juan Carlos I), Pol. Ind. La Ermita in Marbella and C/ Isla Cabrera in Fuengirola, as well as their various outlets in Málaga (www.proinco.es).

Below Bathco have coated porcelain with textured metal finishes for their new Brest washbasin. Shown here in gold, the metallic aesthetic adds glamour and fresh nuances to a bathroom. The basin contrasts well with Bathco’s Athenas faucet in black steel.

Bathco is available from Mercasur in Pol. Ind. Estepona (www. mercasurestepona.com) and Proinco in Estepona (Pol. Ind. Estepona and Avda. Juan Carlos I), Pol. Ind. La Ermita in Marbella and C/ Isla Cabrera in Fuengirola, as well as their various outlets in Málaga (www.proinco.es).

Opposite Page Inbani’s Ovalo washbasin in matt white with their minimalist tap is ideal for a great contemporary look (www. inbani.com).

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Property Showcase ··· RESIDENCIAS LUJOSAS VITALUX, S.L.

SERENE ELEGANCE

Luxury Living near Marbella City Centre

These two partner villas, which can be purchased separately and are located in Marbella’s most select hillside setting, offer the ultimate in state-of-the-art luxury and cutting-edge contemporary lifestyle. From their privileged locations in this internationally renowned resort, they offer magnificent southfacing panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea. They are only five minutes by car from the city centre and just a three-minute drive to a heliport (exclusively for private use), nestled in verdant surroundings with lush mature vegetation on an expansive 6,334 square metre plot (Villa A: 3184 m² / Villa B: 3150 m²) providing absolute privacy and security.

In the heart of these paradisiacal surroundings, the two properties are highlighted by refined quality standards throughout and a diverse range of elegantly designed features including high ceilings, limestone flooring and custom cherry cabinetry.

Each villa’s open-plan and light-flooded interiors showcase an exquisite design that accommodates all requirements and desires for those with the most discerning tastes. This is superbly reflected in spacious living rooms with fireplaces, office/libraries, fully-fitted kitchens and five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. Other premium features include under-floor heating, air-conditioning, double-glazing, alarm system, dressing room, entertainment room,

storerooms, laundry, wine cellar, service apartment, safe, sauna, gym and pool. The two mansions are distinguished by nuanced differences in layout, qualities and decoration styles, and each property has its own title deed. They can be purchased separately or – as a rare opportunity – both together.

PROPERTY FILE Building year: 2004/2005 Plot: Villa A 3,184 m²; Villa B 3,150 m² Built area: Villa A 1,024.51 m² + 377.87 m² terrace(s) Villa B 994.51 m² + 343.38 m² terrace(s) Bedrooms: 5 in each villa Bathrooms: 5 + 1 toilet in each villa Garage: 5+ cars Villa A: €6,900,000 & Villa B: €5,800,000 – ID 18560 Residencias Lujosas Vitalux S.L. (Doris Kavcic) Tel. (+34) 630 565 473 info@vitalux.es www.vitalux.es

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ATLAS GROUP GOES DUTCH with New Property Development in Estepona LEADING PROMOTER FROM HOLLAND JOINS FORCES WITH ATLAS GROUP TO CRACK SPANISH PROPERTY MARKET

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The Costa del Sol property market is booming and is about to welcome a new investor, Schonck, Schul and Compagnie. New to Spain, yet already a big name in Holland, the company is due to break ground on their first Spanish project - Costafiore Gardens - a new development of luxury two and threebedroom apartments including seven penthouses complete with rooftop private swimming pools in Estepona.

REPLICATING DUTCH SUCCESS IN SPAIN CEO Richard Schul’s motto is “nothing is impossible” and he often says that he would walk through fire to get a job done, which is exactly how he is approaching Costafiore Gardens. Having made the decision to expand operations into Spain, his vision is to replicate the long-standing successes they have experienced in Holland by undertaking high-profile projects such as the muchadmired Hotel Nassau Breda in Landgoed de Klokkenberg, and therefore nothing has been left to chance.

SHARED ETHICS AND WORKING PRACTICES To ensure the project’s success, Schul was determined to work with a construction partner of equal repute, and so set about inviting tenders from the major construction companies. Yet the partnership with Atlas Group came about via an introduction by a mutual acquaintance, Oscar García from Siemar Kitchens. Atlas Group’s ethos, back catalogue and in-depth knowledge resonated with Schonck, Schul and Compagnie, and so the deal was sealed. Schul explains why he chose Atlas… “Atlas Group ticked all of the boxes with regards to reputation and company culture. They also possess the necessary expertise to assist with project revisions and optimisation and to help us navigate through the Spanish systems.”

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INTEGRATED PROPERTY SERVICES Although predominantly known for construction, Atlas Group in reality offers a much more comprehensive service covering all elements of property development. The integrated range of property services includes construction, pool and garden services, enabling clients to benefit from a cohesively managed project and thereby allowing greater efficiency, saving time and money.

Mike Gregory, Director General of Atlas, confirmed the partnership. “We are excited about the project and looking forward to working with Richard and his team. We share the same views on efficiency, value for money and going the extra mile to make sure the product is delivered on-time and on-budget, and whenever possible we aim to exceed client expectations.”

Designed by local architect Ventura Moron, the Costafiore Gardens residential apartment complex will be sleek, stylish and high-spec, and the open-

plan interiors will deliver today’s must-have indoor/outdoor lifestyle. Highquality materials and finishes will be used throughout, including porcelain floors 2.3-metre high internal doors with hidden hinges, kitchens supplied by Siemar (complete with fully integrated appliances), Italian sanitary ware and smart technology. Residents can enjoy exclusive on-site facilities including swimming pools, spa, landscaped and manicured Mediterranean gardens, underground parking and security.

Costafiore Gardens is due for completion in early 2021, and the off-plan properties will shortly be released for sale.

Atlas Group CC Atenea, Estepona Tel. (+34) 951 272 140 / www.atlas-group.es

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First Person ···

ARTE DEL LUSSO

Cutting-Edge Window Dressings and Automated Systems Interview with Managing Director Svetlana Dimitrova Photos: Johnny Gates

How has the Arte del Lusso showroom evolved since opening a few years ago?

The Arte del Lusso brand has evolved beyond curtains and blinds – the main products in our portfolio. We have also launched Style Expert Services, providing our customers with advanced information about the newest trends in window dressing and high-quality automated blinds and shades, offering exclusive window decoration solutions for every taste and budget.

Our main goal is to meet the customers’ needs for a modern, beautiful and functional product that is cost-effective, and to exceed their quality expectations. To keep up with the constant changes in the market the company has evolved in two directions: contract projects and direct sales. Today, a few years after we started the business, we are the biggest provider of customised blinds, shades, contract fabrics and window dressing solutions on the Coast.

Have you noticed any significant changes in the style of curtains and blinds? What are the most popular trends this year?

Window treatment trends change every year. Geographic location, culture, architectural characteristics and specific features of the area (like climate conditions) are some of the factors that influence different aspects of window decoration trends. Our main task is to take into account the factors that apply to our region: strong sunlight, humidity, big panoramic windows, the need of powerful sun and solar protection and blackout, and to advise our customers accordingly to make the best choice of products, systems and materials.

As for the main trends of 2019…

1. Roman and roller shades: Clean and simple is one of the biggest trends in window treatments. Roman shades are classic and have clean lines for modern interiors. The choice to use shades as your primary window treatment is really popular right now, especially shades made of natural woven fibres, such as bamboo.

2. Metal hardware is another popular trend.

3. Technology is now something to consider with your window treatments.

High-tech touches with home automation and motorisation are on the rise because of their convenience and safety. Cordless blinds and shades are quickly becoming very popular from a safety point of view (cords are not safe for kids and pets), as well as organic and textural elements like woven blinds.

4. Neutral linen drapes and sheers are timeless.

5. Functionality is an important consideration.

6. A combination of window treatments to achieve the perfect look.

What are the main kinds of projects you carry out?

The main projects are installation of motorised and automated systems, electric roller blinds, as well as full window decoration for apartments and residential properties. Also, we carry out numerous contract projects for renting out properties and refurbished houses and apartments.

Tell us more about the motorised systems you offer…

All types of shades, curtains and blinds we provide on the market can be motorised. We use the most popular and recognised international brands of motors, with a minimum five-year warranty. These intelligent motors have many functions, the opportunity of programming them, an elegant equipment interface and easy client use.

We are able to program settings tailored specifically to the client’s needs. We can, for example, operate 20-30 blinds with one button, and programming a client’s favourite position for all of their blinds. This saves lots of time and makes their use extremely smart. The brands we work with provide strong European technical support, and that gives us the opportunity to resolve any kind of problem very quickly.

Our main brands are Somfy, Mottura Elero and Qmotion. They can be successfully integrated into any type of smart home system and can be set, for example, to open and close at sunset or sunrise.

Very popular at the moment are our battery-operated blinds, which work without electricity. Clients can recharge them like a mobile phone, once every six to eight months.

What do clients need to know before choosing the most appropriate window decoration?

First, a client needs to understand what is the function and main task of the window solution by identifying if it is for sun protection, black-out, a decorative feature, or for all three. Secondly, defining what kind of product is necessary to resolve the problem: blinds, shades, sheers or curtains. Thirdly, choosing the materials, technical characteristics (like transparency, sunlight and heat absorption, frame retardation, humidity, cleaning), colour options and system operations – cord, electric or manual.

Arte del Lusso C/ Lagasca 64, San Pedro de Alcántara (Marbella) Tel. +34 952 001 485 / 688 267 101 info@artedellusso.es / www.artedellusso.es

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Gardens ···

TO PUT OR NOT TO PUT...

That is the Question

By Alia Babapulle What am I talking about? Why plants do not do well together, of course. Many times people are not aware that some plants thrive together, rather like people, and others simply cannot. Also like people. Let’s see which combinations you really should avoid if you don’t want to have a mess in your garden, and find yourself standing there and saying, “What did I do?”

Firstly, we gardeners do all we possibly can to keep our plants happy and healthy, but sometimes, no matter what you do, certain plants just don’t go together. Plants that don’t like each other may be responding to different environmental needs, they could be in direct competition with one another for major resources, or one may attract insects that severely harm the other. Determining plant incompatibility can be a guess-and-check situation since soil types also have an influence on what plants should not be planted together.

All this has to be taken into account.

Check that your plants are all about the same size and have the same light requirements. Too many do not take this into consideration at all. When planting taller and shorter plants together, make sure that the shorter plants are spaced far enough away and orientated so the sun will shine on them during the day. Many gardeners solve this problem by putting the shortest plants in their own row on the edge of the garden or planted as a border planting.

Plants that need a lot of water will cause those water-haters nearby a great deal of discomfort, and the same goes for fertiliser. It’s always a good idea to plant things with similar nutritional and water needs together, unless they’re fiercely competitive. Even then, compensate by spacing them extra wide and providing enough fertiliser and water for both types of plants.

Last but not least, are the plants are allelopathic. Allelopathic plants have the capability to chemically impede the vital systems of competing plants. These plants are usually weeds, but many landscape and crop plants have been observed leaving behind allelopathic chemicals. Research in this area is sparse, but the list of plants believed to have allelopathic properties includes: asparagus, beans, beets, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, peas, soybeans, sunflowers and tomatoes.

Garlic and onions are believed to interfere with the growth of beans and peas, but seem to be compatible with most other garden denizens. Other commonly believed plant incompatibilities include the following: mint and onions where asparagus is growing; pole beans and mustard near beets; any member of the cabbage family near strawberries; cauliflower, corn, dill and potatoes near tomatoes. These are just a few examples. Please do some research as well, as it would be a great shame to spend time and money on trying to grow plants and then to have them fail.

I have found that herbs and chillies are best grown in their own separate pots. I currently have lemon grass, lemon thyme, sage, oregano and basil, black and normal green, together in a big pot and flourishing; and two pots of flatleafed parsley, coriander and rosemary, two pots of mint and six different type of chillies growing away happily. I move them around all the time, as it seems they like this.

Do contact me if you have any questions. Don’t forget that I specialise in eco-friendly interiors, not only gardens. I have my finger on the pulse of all sorts of wonderful products which help reduce the nonsense which has been going on for too long. An eco-friendly home can look splendid, and think what you are going to be doing for your children! They will thank you. Have fun!

Alia Babapulle - Interior and Exterior Designer Tel. (+34) 616 670 975 · aliabdesigns@live.co.uk

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MAKE AN IMPACT Advertise in Home & Lifestyle Magazine.

The leading design magazine on the Coast.

Tel. (+34) 951 383 897 / Email. info@homeandlifestyle.es

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Architectural Design News ···

Harmonised Spaces in Award-Winning Project Architect Filippo Taidelli from FTA won first prize in the “shopping and office centres” category at the 11th edition of the Grand Prix Casagrande Padana international architecture competition.

According to the jury, “The congress centre project, together with the broader intervention on the campus, shows refined sensitivity in harmonising the quality of spaces and the coverings. The choice of different shades of earthy colours for the ventilated façades of the various architectural blocks emerges clearly in the campus project. This choice defines the image of a new contemporary urban village in the countryside just outside the city.“ www.filippotaidelli.com

Contemporary Renovation of Traditional Middle Eastern Villa When Italian architectural duo Andrea Sensoli and Cecilia Morosi first inspected this area, they found an “overwhelming villa that stood in the middle of an empty plot”. The aim, they recall, was to renovate and not reconstruct, and only a few amendments could be made to the wide open space outside the villa. So, after some careful consideration, they decided that a rich garden would bring a natural aspect to the scene. Later, they wanted to establish a smooth flow from one medium to another — i.e. from the soil of the garden to the concrete of the villa — which prompted them to make arrangements to have the interior absorb a part of the garden.

Located in Dubai, this private residence project by Super Future Design is described as “a silhouette of traditional Middle Eastern architecture, surrounded by vast scenery that gave an all-round perspective on the project”. The bold architecture was an ode to the heritage it reflected, but the designers also wanted to incorporate some modernity into the space to create a dynamic combination, and take a holistic approach by bringing eclectic design features into the home.

To achieve this effect, they decided on opening up the space and making it borderless, starting by demolishing a large part of the outer walls. “In the inner expanse, the number of doors was kept to a minimum, making the platform appear wide open and all-encompassing. Bulky features that restrict the aesthetic circulation, such as the parapets in the patio, were removed, and enchanting French doors were added to grace the main opening points. Meanwhile, the upstairs venue connected the home to the outer garden.

“By doing so, not only is there a channel to receive more natural light, but it gives a multidimensional view from one room to another, and further into the lush greenery of the garden. Combining the villa and outer garden as one whole structure played upon the eclectic theme and also offers users the opportunity to experience the villa in all its glory from the outside and vice versa.” www.superfuture.design

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Innovative Working Environment in Spain Pierattelli Architetture interpreted the shape of an eagle in the design of a new headquarters for Kortimed in Spain (Valencia). The Italian liquid food transportation company’s eagle logo is incorporated into the building through a profile silhouette. Two imposing 10-metre overhangs run around the body of the building, touching the ground at the back and resembling the wings of an eagle.

According to the Florence-based designers, “The façade is structured in chequered modules with panels marking a chromatic rhythm in a constant state of flux in its relationship with natural light.

Large XLight tiles made by Porcelanosa were applied to prefabricated reinforced and variably sectioned concrete modules. The alternation of modules and the use of five different colourways — from white tip to blue tail — lend movement to the façade, at the same time recalling an eagle’s plumage.”

The commission was to create a contemporary headquarters that integrates all strategic, management, operational, logistic and symbolic functions in a single construction. Spain is the Kortimed’s first commercial venture abroad, “a natural location for creating a hub to serve as a cornerstone on which to consolidate an intermodal transport network involving land, sea and rail transport between Europe and northern Africa”. www.pierattelliarchitetture.it/en/

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World Architecture Festival

SUSTAINABILITY at the Heart of Innovative Awards

Architects shortlisted in the 12th edition of the World Architecture Festival awards have focused on pressing global challenges for sustainability. According to the organisers, “Following the establishment of ‘Architects Declare’, a collective of some of the most renowned practices who have come together to announce a state of climate emergency, this year’s World Architecture Festival shortlisted entries include designs that demonstrate how buildings can play a major role in a more sustainable future.”

These include an eco-airport in Singapore centred around a 15,000 square metre state-of-the-art, indoor public garden, which features a 40-metre indoor waterfall falling through the centre of a doughnut-shaped glass roof, alongside 3,000 trees and 100,000 shrubs from around the globe.

Affordable and sustainable modular housing in Copenhagen “shines a light on this nascent mode of construction, which has the potential to offer much to the housing crisis”; while another entrant tackled environmental concerns at a volumetric level through the “Solstice on the Park” project – a 26-storey residential tower in the USA optimised for environmental performance through angled window panels which are slanted inwards at 72 degrees — the precise angle at which the sun hits the Chicago skyline at the height of the summer solstice.

In the culture category, Helsinki Central Library Oodi “heralds a new era of library design where traditional functions meet modern technology, to create

an almost zero-energy building with panoramic views”. The “Future Project: Experimental” and “Future Project: Infrastructure” categories also launched some exciting and innovative entries, including a proposal for a waterfront park in New York City, transforming oil tanks into community gardens; and another for artificial, mid-bay barrier islands to act as a surge protection system for the Port of Houston.

This year’s 534-strong shortlist ranges from private residential to education, infrastructure, healthcare, hospitality, cultural/civic, interior and landscape projects across 70 countries.

The architects and designers behind each shortlisted project will compete for category prizes at the WAF from 4 to 6 December in Amsterdam, following previous editions in Barcelona, Singapore and Berlin. Presentations of the shortlisted designs will be made to more than 100 international juries in front of festival delegates. Category winners then compete against each other on the final day of the festival, or the ultimate accolades of World Building of the Year, Future Project of the Year, Interior of the Year and Landscape of the Year.

Announcing details of the festival grand finale, WAF programme director Paul Finch said, “We have been inspired by the levels of innovation in this year’s entries, which show the incredible range of ways in which architects are responding to the global climate and biodiversity emergencies we face.” www.worldarchitecturefestival.com / @worldarchfest #WAF19

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Marbella Design Fair

INNOVATION and Creative Flair

Prestigious national and international professionals and companies showcased avant-garde creations, innovative collections and luxurious interior décor items at the second annual Marbella Design Fair in July. Over 15 days, Marbella’s congress hall was the setting for a state-of-the-art exhibition by day, and glamorous cocktail parties by night across the city and along the coast.

The Costa del Sol’s premier design companies (such as Camerich and Dairin Decoración) were joined by esteemed brands from elsewhere in Spain (including Villeroy & Boch, GARA and Ladenac), soaking up the cutting-edge buzz and learning more about the trend-setting Málaga market.

The main objective this year, according to the organisers, was “to give life to diverse interior spaces, create a sensory and artistic experience for visitors, and position the fair as the epicentre of the world of interior design, decoration and luxury”.

In addition to the presence of renowned interior designers and design firms, Marbella Design also organised a second edition of the “Design for Life” conference series, with discussions on latest trends in design and interior decoration, both in Spain and internationally.

Other key attractions were a designer restaurant offering various gastronomic experiences, including artisanal cheeses, cocktails and wines; and picturesque garden areas that added a fresh ambience to the exhibition.

Among those officially supporting the fair were Marbella Town Hall, Puente Romano and La Zagaleta, while Home & Lifestyle Magazine was one of the main media collaborators. www.marbelladesignfair.com / Photos: Johnny Gates.

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PROGIBESPA

PROVIDING EXCELLENCE in Hydrotherapy Wellness Interview with Anton Lehto Photos: Johnny Gates

We recently joined you for your grand opening of the San Pedro de Alcántara showroom. For those readers not yet familiar with ProgibeSPA, tell us more about the showroom…

ProgibeSPA is the only Jacuzzi dealer specialising in hot tubs, whirlpools, saunas, hammams, pergolas and vertical gardens on the Costa del Sol. The company has its roots in Helsinki (Finland) and Alicante (Spain).

The ProgibeSPA story begun when the owners of Gibeller and Pro Patio met at a Jacuzzi conference in Italy, both selling products from Jacuzzi – the company that invented hydrotherapy. Gibeller, a 90-year-old family company dedicated to the distribution of materials for remodelling homes, was looking for ways to better serve its wellness customers; and Pro Patio, the leading spa specialist in Finland, was looking for growth opportunities.

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What are the main products and services you offer?

As already mentioned, hot tubs, whirlpools, saunas, hammams, pergolas and vertical gardens. We do all the installations, maintenance and service for all the products. ProgibeSPA also carries also a wide range of accessories and spare parts.

What are the most important things we need to know about your Jacuzzi® brand?

The seven Jacuzzi brothers emigrated to California from Italy. In 1943 Kenneth Jacuzzi developed rheumatic fever, which left him with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. Recognising that monthly hydrotherapy sessions at hospital eased his son’s symptoms led Candido Jacuzzi , the youngest of the seven brothers, to develop a new hydrotherapy pump in 1956 which would give Kenneth more regular treatment at home.

The family sold their portable pump, named J-300®, to hospitals and schools.

From that innovation started a totally new range of business and the Jacuzzi brand quickly became known all over the world – and also as a generic name for all spas, hot tubs and whirlpools.

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Jacuzzi is a global organisation with more than 300 original patents Today Jacuzzi® and thousands of employees, who speak different languages but all share one vision - excellence in wellness.

What are the key health benefits when using a hot tub? · Muscle and joint relief: The heat of the water and pressure from the jets allow your muscles to completely relax. Hot tubs even have the power to soothe sore arthritic joints. · Improved mental and emotional health: While your body is healing inside the bubbling water, your mind will have time to wander. · Less stress, better sleep: Hydrotherapy can help to relieve stress and ease anxiety. Studies have shown that hot tubs can significantly and positively improve anxiety levels, and ease physical pain. · Quicker recovery from injuries: Hot tubs and hydrotherapy can help your body to naturally improve the healing process of muscles and joints following an injury. The buoyancy of the water lifts pressure from sore muscles and joints, while the heat of the water improves circulation and encourages relaxation.

In conclusion…

ProgibeSPA is dedicated to customer service, offering integral solutions with the best brands and high-quality products. The aim is to always leave a smile on customers’ faces by living the values of the company: honesty, humility, responsibility and, of course, professionalism.

Now with three specialised showrooms, ProgibeSPA is in growth mode and will continue its expansion in the years to come.

ProgibeSPA Calle Malta local 2, Polígono San Pedro de Alcántara (Marbella) Tel. +34 634 989 928 info@progibespa.es / www.progibespa.es

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DISCOVER MONTE ELVIRIA AND LA MAIRENA

The Epitome of Exclusivity

One of the great attractions of the Costa del Sol is that you can live in a tranquil natural setting yet be conveniently close to the area’s main services and amenities. Not everywhere, of course, but in certain locations for the privileged few — and one of the best-kept secrets is Monte Elviria and La Mairena.

Exclusive and relatively uncharted, the estate is so far away yet so near: an elegant hilltop retreat just a stone’s throw from the bustling Marbella coastline and within a protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Construction is limited to a tiny five per cent of the land, ensuring the integrity of this charming countryside hideaway is maintained indefinitely and respected wholeheartedly. As the developers note, “People have started realising that hillside living is where the trend is heading, but the opportunities are limited and prices will inevitably rise. Make sure you are there before your neighbour!”

The meandering entry to Monte Elviria and La Mairena overflows with incredible views, with only the sounds and smells of Andalucian nature to accompany your approach. Surrounded by unspoiled expansive areas and rolling hills of protected cork oak and pine woodland, Monte Elviria and La Mairena is a perfect “best of both worlds” haven, offering peaceful serenity coupled with exceptional local facilities and convenient proximity to everything the coast has to offer.

SIESTA HOMES’ SECOND HOME The company’s new presence in the centre of the village, a mere eight minutes’ drive from the popular Elviria area, offers a welcoming meeting place for partners and clients in a stunning natural setting. “We have invested in the La Mairena area for years, so this new office space was a logical next step for us.

Our belief in the magnificence of this protected Biosphere Reserve area, plus our new partnership with the largest local land owner, has lead us to not only redevelop our own projects here but also to diversify into other exciting avenues for improvement of the area and expansion of our lifestyle developer brand.”

LIMITED REAL ESTATE OPPORTUNITIES Monte Elviria and La Mairena real estate opportunities include two outstanding redeveloped projects that maximise the enviable nature-lovers’ outdoor lifestyle: The Oakhill, consisting of luxury apartments and duplex penthouses with live-in estate managers; and Oakhill Heights, semi-detached homes and sprawling townhouses with incredible sea views and plunge pools. “We are also offering the extremely limited availability of a handful of superb turnkey plot-and-build projects, plus a limited number of resale properties within the area. We strongly recommend that you expand your horizons, aim higher

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and purse perfection — which you will unquestionably find at Monte Elviria and La Mairena.”

EXCITING NEW LEISURE FACILITIES In conjunction with their real estate plans, they note, “We are also dedicated to transforming and enhancing local amenities and services that will add to the expanding appeal of this prestigious area. In addition to proximity to superb golf facilities, private schools and a prestigious tennis academy, we have various exciting new leisure and fitness amenities at the planning stage.”

As well as a new social club about to open, they are redeveloping an exciting countryside beach-style pool club with gourmet restaurant and pool-bar that will offer free membership for owners in both Oakhill projects. An innovative new fitness training nature trail is also being built, in keeping with the woodland surroundings, plus additional shops and facilities in the village, the details of which will be announced soon.

THE RIGHT TIME Themselves committed to excellence, Siesta Homes suggest that home seekers also never settle for less than the best. “This is the best time to discover all that Monte Elviria and La Mairena has to offer. Building here is so limited that there is a small window of opportunity for maximum investment potential and value for money when acquiring property. The chances of owning property in this area is increasing in both scarcity and in price-point, and the changes coming to this area only further enhance its coveted exclusivity. Let us show you what you are missing.

Come and see us and we promise your visit will be well worth it.”

Siesta Homes Monte Elviria Calle Madrid, Local 4, Ojén Tel. +34 625 632 430 info@siestahomes.com www.siestahomes.com

Siesta Interior Design Avda. Manolete Centro Comercial Plaza 44, Marbella Tel. +34 952 828 443

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OTERO DESIGN

Creating Dream Homes Across the Whole Spectrum Interview with Estefani Batista

Otero Group has grown enormously over the last two years… What do you believe is the secret to your success?

I believe that the secret of our success is down to the fact that Otero is providing a series of guarantees to clients, as we are a well-established company that offers transparency and clarity at all stages of the project. This, together with a highly organised financial structure, has enabled Otero to grow quickly in an organised and successful way.

Furthermore, we can also say that Otero is offering a very singular product that is still not common in the market; we offer solutions to the client from the moment they purchase a plot, as we design the project, we follow up all the paperwork through the different public administration stages, we develop the building, and finally, we offer the interior design service. This means that Otero covers the whole spectrum of stages, being the only contact the client needs in order to accomplish their new home project.

In more poetic words, we can attribute our success to the dedication and passion of a professional team committed to providing a quality service in each of the project’s phases, optimising delivery times and, above all, providing comprehensive advice to customers.

One of your new services is an in-house interior design department...

What prompted you to launch this department, and what are the main services it offers clients?

Otero Design was born as an independent business unit, with its own staff, created to satisfy a growing need in the market and our own clients. I say this because until some time ago we were providing beautiful homes, but we realised that there was another step in the project that we should include, which not many companies in the sector are offering, and that is interior design. Bearing in mind that need, Otero decided to launch Otero Design, a new part of the company dedicated to offering a real turnkey experience. Our main service consists of providing all the furniture, lighting, landscaping and other items needed to create a ready-to-move-in home. Interior design is a key aspect of any project…

Where do you start with a new design project, and at what point does your involvement end? In other words, how would you describe the whole interior design process for Otero?

We normally start the conversation with our clients as they purchase a plot with us. Therefore we have plenty of time to discover what our client is seek-

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ing, what their taste is, and what the home of their dreams looks like. So, after a few conversations, we have a clear idea of what the client is looking for and we provide a design proposal — of course, free of charge — including a mood board presentation, 3D images and a detailed quote. From the moment we offer a proposal until the day we hand over the keys to the house, we are completely involved in the project, dealing with the manufacturers, storing the items and taking care of all the details.

What can clients expect when hiring Otero Design?

Perfection! (laughs) We are dedicated to creating breathtaking signature spaces. Our multi-disciplinary team and large spectrum of suppliers and craftsmen mean we are one of the top studios in the market when it comes to dressing the interiors of your home.

Otero Design (Otero Group) Blvd. Principe Alfonso de Hohenlohe, Carolina Park 36B, Marbella Tel. (+34) 951 569 722 interiordesign@otero.com.es www.otero.com.es

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Open Sea ···

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BENETTI DIAMOND 145

A Classic Symbol

of Yachting Power and Balance Officially unveiled during the Cannes Yachting Festival, the Benetti Diamond 145 now has its first owner. Expressing his satisfaction at the signing of the contract, CEO Franco Fusignani said, “Right from the design stage we realised it was a model with incredible potential, representing the perfect synthesis of the core features of the Benetti Displacement Class across its entire history. BP001 is currently being fitted out at the Viareggio shipyard and will be delivered to her owner on the first half of 2020.”

The new flagship in the Class product line was designed to symbolise Benetti’s traditional combination of power and balance. Featuring huge glazed surfaces that accentuate the length of the yacht and ensure that the interiors are flooded with natural light, the exterior lines are the work of designer Giorgio M. Cassetta; while the interiors feature light colour shades to decorate the yacht’s roomy, welcoming settings.

Benetti’s engineering team describe the Diamond 45 as “a yacht with a discreet sense of luxury that amazes even the most demanding owners when it comes to style, comfort and safety. She is an elegant yacht, with proportions and details that suggest important interior and exterior volumes, as well as conveying a sense of strength and power.”

The sleek, clean exterior lines embrace the proportions of a large yacht, with refined and dynamic superstructure masses, high hull sides and an extremely long reverse sheer line.

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The interiors have been customised to reflect the owner’s tastes. They feature curved lines uniting expansive and cosy settings that are flooded with natural light, with light colourways bringing a cosmopolitan sophistication and elegance to this timeless yacht. In addition to spacious interior volumes, another key feature of this yacht are extensive glazed surfaces, not only in the saloons but also in the guest accommodation and owner’s cabin. Occupying the bow area on the main deck, the master-cabin is full-beam, with a large wardrobe, full-beam bathroom and office. Amidships on the main deck are the galley and services area, with a large saloon further aft.

According to Benetti, at the owner’s request it was decided to leave more space for the lounge area furnished with big sofas in the main saloon. The dining area was moved to the upper deck, and the lower deck contains the night area for guests, with four double cabins, and a separate area for the crew accommodation. Outside, a low table and various sofas offer pleasant opportunities to relax both at sea and at anchor. Located in the stern, the beach club is designed to be at water level, in such a way as to make the space both independent and versatile, as well as visually stunning. Two 1,400hp Man engines drive BP001 to a top speed of 15 knots. At a cruising speed of 11 knots the yacht has a range of 3,800 nautical miles.

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Contemporary

HELSINKI HOTEL Inspired by Finnish Folklore and Mythology

With the Costa del Sol – and other parts of Spain – in the grip of heatwave conditions this summer, we decided to fly north for a cool change of climate and scenery. Before heading into the countryside for a few days chilling out at a summer cottage beside one of Finland’s 190,000 lakes, we spent two days in Helsinki, enjoying the Finnish capital’s picturesque port setting and laid-back café lifestyle – and staying at the chic Klaus K Hotel.

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Described as “Helsinki’s first design hotel”, Klaus K features a décor inspired by the Kalevala, a 19th century work of epic poetry that is one of Finland’s most influential literary masterpieces.

Classic Finnish folklore and mythology are infused in design details throughout the hotel, and its “Art Rooms” have been created in collaboration with leading Finnish contemporary artists.

The hotel’s centuries-old premises are a combination of two architecturally significant buildings. On the Erottaja side is architect Frans Sjöström’s signature work, built in 1882; while the building on the Bulevardi side was built in 1912 and designed

by Lars Sonck, a key architect during the national-romantic movement. The establishment was already being used as a guest house in 1924 and the first actual hotel was opened in 1938.

Most of the furniture, carpets and objects have been tailored specifically for Klaus K Hotel. The corridor’s carpets between the guest rooms tell the main creation story from the Kalevala, explaining how the world and the universe were created from seven eggs. This theme is highlighted in a white wood reception desk shaped like an egg and also depicting a bird’s nest with a massive ceiling light fixture; and the staircase leading to the bar and lounge has a large wall artwork based on the Genesis according to the Kalevala. A large mosaic features the pike, the symbol for music in the Kalevala, whose main character Väinämöinen made the first kantele instrument out of a pike’s jawbone. Outlined on each floor are animals depicted in the Kalevala’s adventures: song bird, magpie, swan, eagle, horse, moose, wolf and bee.

The hotel’s cosy Italian restaurant, Toscanini, is also connected to the Kalevala. According to an essay written for Klaus K Hotel

by Tuija Seipell, artist Akseli Gallen-Kallela joined a Finnish artistic colony in Florence in the spring of 1898, hanging out in bars and cafés, discussing fresco techniques and learning more about symbolism, then a new movement in the art world. He went on to paint Kalevala-themed ceiling frescoes for the central dome of the Finnish pavilion at the 1900 World Fair in Paris and in 1928 a similar one on the ceiling of the Finnish National Museum, still able to be viewed today.

The hotel’s four original room categories are named after key Kalevala emotions – passion, mystical, desire and envy – and each room has a piece of art displaying a quote from the Kalevala describing its specific mood. Four years ago, Klaus K Hotel carried out a major expansion of its amenities, adding 30 new Sky Loft rooms and suites, where Finnish heritage is portrayed in a contemporary style.

Throughout the year, the hotel hosts design and arts-related events including fashion shows, vernissages, art exhibitions, brand launches and corporate fundraisers.

SPECIAL READER OFFER Klaus K is offering Home & Lifestyle readers a special 15% discount when booking a stay at the Helsinki hotel. All you have to do is mention the following code when making your reservation: KlausK-H&L. The discount is available until the end of April 2020, and only applies to the accommodation rate (not other hotel services such as the restaurant and bar), The booking must be made directly with the hotel, not through other intermediary websites. www.klauskhotel.com

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Culinary Creativity for the Post-Summer Season

By Helle Barlebo

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WHITE WINE COQ AU VIN (4 people) I was recently contacted by a customer who asked if I could make something special for them, the traditional French dish coq au vin (cockerel in wine). I was happy to accommodate a special request, but a bit surprised when the customer told me that it was still alive and I would have to catch it first and do the whole gutting process before cooking it.

They already had an older rooster in a fenced yard on their finca. Therefore, they were experiencing a lot of trouble with the six-month-old cockerel, who had become too dominant. Thank goodness for their neighbour, who is a butcher and happily managed all the rough preparation for us. My customer invited guests to enjoy the coq au vin, and celebrate peace once again in the henhouse.

Since the menu was to be served for lunch, I chose to make it with white wine instead of authentic red wine, which may be less well known but definitely lives up to the traditional version.

1 whole cockerel or corn “campo” chicken 250 gr. mushrooms 250 gr. fresh shallots or raw pearl onions 150 gr. bacon cut into cubes

25 gr. butter 1 squeeze of Oleoestepa olive oil ½ bottle Alsace white wine ½ lit. chicken stock or soup 2 spoonful of maizena cornstarch 4 big cloves of garlic cut in half 4 fresh bay leaves handful of fresh parsley handful of fresh thyme leaves salt and 5-pepper mix

As an extra, you can make these delicious raw caramelised onions, which are our idea for a more modern coq au vin companion dish, in good company with your favourite potatoes.

Clean the cockerel and cut it into eight large pieces with all the skin, wings and thigh bones that will give it such a great taste. Season with salt, pepper, garlic and all the herbs, and let it rest for at least half an hour in the fridge.

Fry the pieces in butter and oil for about six minutes on each side in a large iron saucepan until slightly golden. Add bacon, onion and mushrooms and fry for five more minutes before pouring in the white wine and reducing the liquid for approximately one minute.

Add the chicken soup to the pan and simmer the whole dish for approximately three-quarters of an hour or until the young cock is tender.

Stir the maizena cornstarch with a little cold water in a glass, which is then added (with slight stirring) to give a little more filling to the sauce before serving.

Peel the onions but keep a tiny bit of the bottom of the onions so they don’t break along the way.

Melt the sugar lightly on a pan at medium heat and add the onions, salt and water. Let it cook under low heat until the onions are tender. If the caramel seems too sticky, add an extra spoonful of water.

You can easily make a larger portion, as the caramelised onions are also a phenomenal accompaniment for blue cheese, pâté, terrines, meat and poultry dishes, both warm and direct from the fridge.

Bon appetit…

RAW CARAMELISED ONIONS 250 gr. raw shallots or mini onions 125 grams sugar ½ teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons cold water

Chili Gourmet Catering… by Helle Barlebo Tel. (+34) 666 627 105 helle@chiligourmet.es www.chiligourmet.es

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VEGANISM

in the Wine World

By AJ Linn

If a vegan likes to drink wine, things get convoluted. Wine is not just grape juice that is pressed, fermented and left to mature, but a complicated base material that gives free reign to multiple chemical and physical reactions as it develops.

Put simply, vegans are wary of wine as 90 per cent of it is clarified using animal products.

One thing that needs emphasising from the very beginning is that all wine is naturally cloudy. Indeed, it is only relatively recently that we have come to expect wine to be a clear drink. The first Spanish wines that I imported into the UK several decades ago needed a back label explaining that any sediment was a natural by-product of the ageing process and in no way sinister or taste-negative.

I realised much later that the same wines, particularly the sherries, could have been fined/clarified – ergo, subjected to a semi-natural filtration procedure in the barrel – by the addition of egg whites. Indeed, this practice, still in use, has the principal drawback of being quite expensive, but there are sherry houses that clarify their wines by this method, and the surplus egg yolks are traditionally sold, or more usually donated to, nunneries that specialise in making typical sweets and dessert dishes such as tocino de cielo (literally “fat from the sky”, as the mixture of egg yolks and sugar makes it a calorie bomb).

Whichever way you look at it, all wine has to be filtered before bottling, and machine filtering is not completely effective. This is why 90 per cent of wines are not vegan. While fining agents are removed from the wine before it is bottled, the use of such agents as ox blood, still popular with some traditional winemakers, is something that most vegans would run a thousand miles from if they thought traces of it may linger in the bottle. And, since the laws on labelling in wine-producing countries give no incentive to mention what material is used in the fining process, the safest bet is to assume that all wine is non-vegan.

Among some of the animal products that have always been used in the fining process, some are non-vegan, some non-vegetarian: blood and bone marrow; casein (milk protein); chitin: ( fibre from crustacean shells); egg albumen; fish

oil; gelatine (protein from boiling animal parts); isinglass (gelatine from fish bladder membranes). Most wines don’t usually show these “additives” on the label, so the general rule tends to be that any wine that doesn’t have a specific vegan marker on the bottle has been made using animal products. If you shop in a proper wine store rather than the supermarket, there is a likelihood the attendants can brief you on which wines vegans will have no problem with.

Vegan wines use alternative filtration methods like bentonite clay, limestone, kaolin clay, plant casein and silica gel, and vegetable plaques instead of animal by-products, and it is easy to find a comprehensive list of vegan wine suppliers in your area. If you are determined to make your wine-drinking of a vegan nature, an easy way to start is by drinking kosher wines. Jewish dietary practice also prohibits additives of any sort of animal nature.

Here are some useful guidelines…

• Wines that are unfined and unfiltered are vegan.

• Wines filtered only with sterile ceramic filters or cross-flow filters are vegan.

• Many wines that are mass-produced use sterile filters instead of animal products.

• People assume biodynamic wines are naturally vegan but, although such wines can qualify as vegan when they are unfined, the biodynamic vineyard uses animal bones ( for special compost mixtures).

• The same applies to organic wines, which of course still have to be filtered, so unless they are advertised as such they are unlikely to be vegan.

In fact the whole lack of transparency makes life difficult for the vegan wine drinker. Some producers use a vegan marking on their wine bottles.

Use of the European Vegetarian Union’s V-Label certificate is already quite widespread, and the Vegan Society’s flower logo is also becoming common.

There are some naturally vegan wines on the market, such as, for example, the well-known Protos red from Ribera del Duero. All are listed online and availability will depend on the area you are ordering from.

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Health & Beauty ···

BODYHAPPY

in Six Weeks MY OWN PERSONAL EXPERIENCE

BY DEBBY HEUS

I have been living in Spain for many years now and concluded that the Spanish lifestyle has not been the best for my figure. With the sun shining most of the time, there is also always a reason for a glass (or more) of wine. And, in my case, alcohol goes together with unhealthy eating... it was definitely time for a change. So I signed up for a personal body plan including a personal trainer, which I had never done before.

I am meeting Helen in a bar in Aloha, order a cappuccino and think to myself: will she judge me for having the cookie? Helen looks extremely fit; she asks me all kinds of questions about my eating, drinking and exercise habits.

“How much water do you drink a day?” To which I reply in embarrassment, “Eeek... none and I haven’t done any exercise for years either.” Helen starts by telling me the basic principles of the plan… “Four months ago I packed-up my business in London, moved it to Marbella, and haven’t looked back. My Bodyhappy System focuses on one thing: getting you healthy. With this in place, fat loss is the easy part, eating nutrient-dense whole foods that support your hormones, liver, gut and overall health. I like to look at it this way... what can I add to your life rather than taking away? The training focuses on the most important thing: results and happiness on a day-to-day basis.” We

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my measurements, discuss training schedules and set a goal for a four per cent loss of body fat. Since a normal programme takes around three months, and I only have six weeks, I really need to be strict. It will be three sessions of personal training a week, at my home or a local gym and, food-wise, a lot of green vegetables, protein and NO alcohol. It is going to be a real challenge, but I must do this... and I can. Can’t I? As Max Fitness is close to my home, I am doing classes at this beautiful gym overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. This surely makes exercising more pleasant. Helen teaches me how to use weights and different equipment, using a variety of techniques to improve the body’s structure, movement patterns, strength and power. Although I am not hungry, the first two weeks are hard because I need to lose my cravings for sugar, but once I had got over that, everything became a lot easier. I soon noticed that I could move better, I felt less bloated and could quickly see changes in my body.

Helen is amazing, asking me daily about my diet and how I have been feeling after hard workouts. She is super supportive and gives me all kinds of tips, from how to prep my food to what exercises I can do by myself at home.

During the weeks that follow I try to stick to the diet as well as I can. I have a busy schedule with work, events, friends coming over and dinner in restaurants, but it is all about making more healthy choices – and this I do.

When the final day arrived, I was nervous about the results, unnecessarily however… I lost over three inches (eight centimetres) around my waist and the total loss of body fat was not four but five per cent! I was over the moon!

Apart from the fat loss, what is more important is that I feel better, physically and mentally. I have more energy, my skin looks better and my body structure has improved. And this has another benefit in that pain I used to have in my lower back has been reduced considerably.

It shows that exercising in combination with powerful nutrition really has been a life-changing experience for my body and mind. This feels great, I plan to continue, and now I know I can. I look forward to an even happier body.

Helen offers the following services: Personal training – Online training with app – A health and lifestyle evaluation and action plan.

If, like me, you are also ready to get into the best shape of your life, visit www.bodyhappy.es or WhatsApp Helen Turrell on +34 711 001 397.

Special thanks to www.maxfitnessgym.es

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Health & Beauty ···

The Life Coach

PHENOMENON The life coaching profession became popular in the 1980s for big corporations and businesses in the United States. On the other hand, motivational speakers, gurus and self-help books were more targeted at individuals. Even though it’s a multimilliondollar industry in America, in Europe it is still not that common on a personal level. A lot of people do not know the meaning of it and are convinced that it’s just a temporary trend.

A major reason for the surge of life coaching is that our modern millennial society is no longer aligned with the traditional support system of family, church and community. Life coaching is not a therapy, and it doesn’t spend too much time on our past. It’s about what is happening now in our life and how to change it so we can achieve better results tomorrow.

Are you one of those people who dreams of changing their job, buying a home or losing five kilos — and never makes the commitment?

Or are you feeling stuck in the daily routine of juggling family, work and social life with no time for yourself? A life coach is like a personal trainer for your mind to help you change old patterns and beliefs in order to create new ones, and use powerful tools and techniques to produce fulfilling results in life and not give up halfway.

No one signs up for an expensive gym membership or a personal trainer and expects to see results in a week or two. It is the same with life coaching: we don’t have a magic stick. The number of sessions and the results vary depending on the goals and a person’s ambitions and desire to change.

Life coaching is not for everyone. If you stick to your old habits of Netflix, pizza and no exercise, an hour-long session per week with the best life coach will

not help you achieve that successful version of yourself any time soon. You have to be prepared to take that first step and commit to make another one, every day. Think of a toddler learning to walk. How many times do they fall and keep getting up over and over again? No one ever tells a toddler to give up and try again in a year.

Once a client understands the way their mind works, they can achieve a significant positive change in all aspects of their life. Most of us need help, some answers in our lives such as why we over-eat or over-drink or have all of these dreams and ideas for the future and yet take no action.

Our mind is the most powerful tool we are gifted with and yet most of the time we just let it drift into wanderlust. This is where the life coach steps in and guides you through your thoughts to find the answers. To clear the path of doubts and be there for you when you want to throw in the towel and give up.

So, if you are willing to take your life to the next level and experience more positive thinking, smiles and goal-achieving moments, and become a better version of yourself… take the first step.

Petya Barr is a life coach who lives and works for CYR Abogados in Marbella.

She says being a consultant and helping others achieve their business goals for nearly 20 years made her realise that her biggest passion was working with individuals on a personal level to build a healthy relationship with themselves and success in all aspects of their lives.

Tel. +34 669 922 368 petyabarr@gmail.com / IG: @petya_barr

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Did you know astronauts

faint on return to Earth?

By Rachel Garrod

Fifty years ago this past July, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first people to walk on the moon. Although most of us are unlikely to ever take a trip into space, some of the findings related to the beneficial effects of exercise during space travel are translating into therapies for people here on Earth.

There are well-known consequences of prolonged low-gravity environments such as loss of bone density and muscle mass which are detrimental to the astronaut’s health. But another less obvious problem is that of frequent fainting on return to Earth. For some people, here on terra firma, fainting can be an unpleasant feature of their normal life. This may occur after prolonged bed rest or with a condition known as Postural Orthostatic Hypotension. Fainting

occurs as a result of a brief fall in blood flow to the brain when the person stands or sits from a lying position.

In a study recently published in the American Heart Association’s journal, Circulation, the effect of exercise carried out while on a six-month space trip was measured in 12 astronauts. On arrival back to Earth the astronauts were also given an intravenous saline infusion. The exercise regime was tough, up to two hours each day of resisted and aerobic exercise. However, the programme resulted in an impressive absence of fainting fits once the astronauts were back in our gravity.

While we cannot be positive it was the exercise — no control group was pro-

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vided, or maybe the saline infusion contributed — the study has led the way to exploring possible new treatments for people with postural hypotension. If you think you may suffer from postural hypotension please give me a call: assessment is simple and easy and could lead to better treatment options and outcomes.

Rachel Garrod, Ph.D. provides physiotherapy for people with chronic health problems and is a stop smoking counsellor.

Tel. (+34) 652 281 122 rachelgarrod1@gmail.com

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THEATRE PERFORMANCES IN MÁLAGA International Jazz Festival, Music Concerts and Ballet

A diverse Spanish and international cultural agenda resumes after summer at Málaga’s Teatro Cervantes and Teatro Echegaray, highlighted by the 33rd International Jazz Festival. To be held from 5 to 11 November at the Cervantes, the festival will pay tribute to the celebrated careers of saxophonist Charles Lloyd (performing with his quintet on 8 November) and pianist Kenny Barron (7 November), two legends of the genre’s golden age. It will also highlight three distinctive ways to explore jazz’s limits, with trumpeters Charles Tolliver (5 November) and Nils Petter Molvaer (10 November), and drummer Antonio Sánchez and Migration (9 November).

Málaga saxophonist Ernesto Aurignac (6 November) and Catalan trumpeter and vocalist Andrea Motis and his quintet (11 November) round off the seven-day schedule for this latest edition of a festival sponsored

by Naturgy and also including “improvisation” performances on street corners throughout the city, as part of a project promoted by Málagajazz.

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Meanwhile, details have been released of the first half of the new season at Cervantes and Echegaray, from 12 September 2019 to the end of the festive break in January 2020. Headline artists include Ana Belén, Pablo Milanés, Sole Giménez and Raimundo Amador (all appearing in the new S1ngulares schedule); and the Spanish National Ballet, Biarritz Malandain Ballet, Víctor Ullate Ballet and Kor’sia (as part of Danza Málaga).

Also performing in Málaga will be John Mayall, on his 85th birthday tour, and the schedule of plays will include “Copenhagen”, “La loca, loca historia de Ben-Hur”, “Todas las noches de un día” and Dani Rovira’s “Improviciados”, with six performances at the end of the year. Top-selling Málaga-born singers Diana Navarro and Javier Ojeda with his band Danza Invisible will also be in concert at the Cervantes, as well as veteran rockers Revólver; while the Echegaray will be running its annual children’s theatre programme.

More details at: www.teatrocervantes.com

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Events ···

INAUGURATION OF SHOLEH ABGHARI ART GALLERY IN MARBELLA Located near Marbella’s iconic Pirulí tower, Sholeh Abghari Art Gallery was officially inaugurated this summer with the presentation of “Iran Contemporary”, which continues until 30 September. The exhibition comprises 14 artworks from seven emerging and established Iranian artists living in Iran during six different decades. In each work, the artist has used traditional Iranian art techniques to create their own form of contemporary art. The pieces were created with a diverse range of influences: Persian poetry, Iranian/Islamic architecture, and Iran’s landscapes and calligraphy. The exhibition features different types of materials including steel, fibre glass, gold leaf, and oil and acrylic paint. Guests enjoyed a lavish cocktail party with drinks and canapés in the garden, while being serenaded by a classical harpist. www.sholehabghari.com / Photos: Johnny Gates

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MARBELLA DESIGN FAIR AFTER PARTY AT AALTO EXCLUSIVE FURNITURE Marbella Design Fair held one of its after parties at luxury furniture showroom Aalto. The event was well-attended, with people taking the opportunity of perusing the showroom and enjoying drinks and canapés. During the evening guests were invited to put their business cards into a tombola and prizes were won if their card was selected by Ness Yammine, owner of Aalto. www.aaltofurniture.com / www.marbelladesignfair.com / Photos: Johnny Gates

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MARBELLA DESIGN PRE-INAUGURATION PARTY AT AIR IN BREATHE Breathe opened their panoramic rooftop sky bar, Air exclusively for Marbella Design’s pre-inauguration party. Guests were able to enjoy the Air Raw Bar’s exceptional views over Nueva Andalucía and Puerto Banus while savouring a range of exquisite cocktails. Breathe has become one of Marbella’s most chic evening meeting places, not only because it attracts a cool crowd of locals and visitors but also due to its stunning water elements and tanks, vertical gardens and elegant 21st century decoration. In addition to a relaxed and refined ambience, clients enjoyed a menu including oysters, Champagne and delicious freshly-made canapés. www.breathe.life / www.marbelladesignfair.com / Photos: Johnny Gates

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DECODAN INTERIORES SHOW-COOKING EVENT AT MARMORIN DESIGN CENTER The owner of Decodan Interiores, Danilo Badulati, hosted a lavish cocktail party within the Marmorin Design Center in Marbella, where they now take exhibition space. Guests turned out in their droves to enjoy a lively show-cooking demonstration presenting the innovative Cooking Rak countertop, while enjoying drinks and canapés. www.decodaninteriores.com / Photos: Johnny Gates

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Pro-Shade

Extensive Experience Installing Awnings on the Costa del Sol

Twelve years ago Pro-Shade was one of the first companies introducing shade sails onto the Spanish market. Today Pro-Shade is a standardbearer on the Costa del Sol when it comes to shade solutions such as luxury awnings, pergolas and parasols. For hospitality clients, they have a design department that can custom-design awnings and parasols to shade bigger areas.

Extremely popular at the moment are bioclimatic pergolas, thanks to their adjustable motorised panels, which guarantee absolute protection from the elements, regulating the sun’s intensity and providing natural

ventilation. There is also the option of closing the perimeter sides with vertical blinds or sliding glass curtains.

Bioclimatic pergolas are the ideal solution for experiencing and protecting outdoor spaces. The movement system of the panels that make up the roof is the key technical feature of these structures. Pro-Shade is based in Marbella but has completed projects all over southern Spain, from Cádiz to Nerja.

Tel. +34 644 892 533 (J. van Os) www.pro-shade.eu

Residencias Lujosas Vitalux

Introducing Doris Kavcic’s Healthy Vita-Hideout There is a highly specific feeling with a “first time”, whether it’s a first journey or a first day at a new job. It’s a combination of exhilaration and fear, notes Doris Kavcic. The Healthy VitaHideout is infused with the flavour of Doris’ first “outing”. She founded Vitalux Real Estate (Residencias Lujosas Vitalux, S.L.) in 2009 “with a lot of passion”, and it has become her lifetime achievement.

Doris believes that getting what you want from your job and your life takes mental toughness which is why she began studying to become a “mental coach”. She primarily did this for her own development but also to lead the company in the best possible way. “Purchasing a property has so much to do with emotions and there was,

since the beginning, this one key reason why the company was called ‘Vitalux’, including the word ‘Vitality’, which has so much power in all ways.” Ten years later, in 2019, the Healthy VitaHideout has been born.

Doris adds, “The posts are just a beginning of what I hope will be a thrilling ongoing motivation about mind set, life coaching and balance for some of you.” She loves to mix the unusual, seeking homes for people who entrust this search to Vitalux and offering the passion to motivate others with her own life experience.

“I am – as we all are – a work in progress. Life is best lived in forward motion, not in reverse!“ Residencias Lujosas Vitalux S.L. Doris Kavcic / info@vitalux.es

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G&G Italia

New Showroom Based in Nuevo Polígono Elviria, G&G Italia have recently extended their showroom and now display 400 square metres of outdoor furniture products.

Their designer collection varies from dining chairs and sofas to swings, sunbeds, daybeds, parasols, planters and much more. Because they carry a large amount of stock, many items can be delivered very quickly and you can enjoy your new outdoor sofa or sunbed immediately.

The collection of outdoor braids is made with solution-dyed Italian yarn using a special UV protector and antioxidants with a patented spinning process.

The ropes resist sunlight, saltness, chlorine, acid, sunscreen cream, abrasion, sweat and stains for many years. All braids are composed of special hightenacity yarn that maintains the textile strength for many years, and they are 100 per cent resistant to mould and bacteria. Only the best materials are used, including cushions produced with mould-resistant Quickdry foam and outdoor fabric.

Showroom viewing appointments: Tel. (+34) 674 012 662 Nuevo Polígono Ind. de Elviria, Via Láctea, Nave 17, Elviria (Marbella) www.gg-italia.net

Casa Verdazul

Beautifully Refurbished B&B in Portugal

If you are looking for a few days’ getaway in Portugal, this stunning guesthouse, situated in a picturesque village in the east Algarve area, recently refurbished all its rooms. Casa Verdazul is a true gem in the countryside and definitely worth a visit if you want to experience the authentic Portuguese lifestyle. The guesthouse offers a good combination of relaxation, hiking, biking, golf, food and wine... all within convenient reach of the Costa del Sol. There are four spacious suites, a luxurious penthouse

apartment and the cosy Cascata de Flores cottage, which offers space for up to six people. The style and decoration of the rooms is “simple and chic”, with added touches of luxury and comfort. Each accommodation unit has a fully-equipped kitchen or kitchenette where you can prepare your breakfast and other meals. A tropical garden, with swimming-pool, outdoor kitchen and sea views, offers wonderful peace and relaxation. www.casaverdazul.com

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BinckBank Spain

Launch of New Service for English-Speaking Investors

BinckBank and Saxo Bank have joined forces to offer investing and trading accounts in Spain to English-speaking expatriates. BinckBank, one of Europe’s largest banks for investors with 13 years’ experience in Spain, is launching the service using Saxo Bank’s award-winning trading platforms.

The new investor platform and trader platforms will provide an ideal solution for both beginner investors and seasoned traders. Clients will receive the best of both worlds: an online account from Saxo Bank, under the supervision of the Danish National Bank and Spanish National Bank, together with personal support provided by the BinckBank team in Spain.

To mark the launch of this new service, BinckBank Spain will be hosting a presentation party at their Investment Academy in Marbella on 12 September. info@binckbank.com/ www.binckbank.com/why-binckbank/awards MyNido.es

New Technology Empowering Home Sellers Selling a home privately used to be timeconsuming and challenging, but thanks to new technology that is all changing.

Costa del Sol-based MyNido.es is paving a new way for home sellers, with a powerful self-service platform that automatically gives property listings maximum exposure on the internet and allows all viewings, enquiries and offers to be managed in real-time in one place.

Home sellers will now be able to benefit from substantial time and cost savings, as well as taking complete control over the sale of their home.

For more information about this innovative new platform, visit Mynido.es

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Art Marbella

Showcase of Contemporary International Trends More than 2,000 guests, including art collectors from around the world, celebrated the launch of the fifth edition of Art Marbella with an exclusive VIP Program party at Anantara Villa Padierna Palace in July. The show then continued until 3 August at Marbella’s conference centre, hosting more than 40 international galleries, including from Paris, Berlin, Madrid, New York, Barcelona and Miami.

This year’s fair offered a new concept in which, according to the organisers, “special projects were the protagonists and the gallery spaces were re-thought to avoid the inherit coldness of a classic stand, with the purpose that works of art could be exhibited in a similar space to the one they will find in the habitats of their future collectors”.

One of the local exhibitors was Nouvelle Vague Marbella, whose “Digital Love” booth exhibited the work of Iranian artist Shadi Rezaei, Samer Fouad (an Egyptian based in New York) and Firouz FarmanFarmaian (NVM co-owner and contemporary artist). NVM is described as “a creative lab, an experimental and ever-changing art space with a radical chic program open to artistic expression and exchange”. The gallery represents upcoming artists from all over the world, with a particular attention to new voices from northern Africa and the Middle East.”

On 7 September, the gallery will present “Operations” by French underground artist Frédéric Atlan. www.nouvellevaguemarbella.com

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MODIFICATION OF THE MISNAMED

“Tax on Mortgages” in Spain Article supplied by Welex Lawyers & Accountants

Royal Decree-Law 17/2018 of 8 November amends the Spanish tax duty on legal acts, in what the press has come to call the “tax on mortgages” in Spain.

After the decision by the Spanish Supreme Court that the payment of the tax derived from the granting of a mortgage loan should continue to be paid by the borrower, the Spanish government approved — by means of this Royal Decree Law, which modifies the revised text of the Law on Transfer Tax and Stamp Duties (approved by Royal Legislative Decree 1/1993 of September 24) — the regulation by which (effective 10 November 2018) this tax must be assumed by the lenders (that is, the banks).

Thus, this Royal Decree Law modifies article 29 of the Law on Transfer Tax and Stamp Duties, which is drafted as follows: “The acquirer of the property or right shall be a passive subject and, in his/ her absence, the persons who initiate or request the notarial documents, or those in whose interest they are issued. In the case of Loan Title Deeds with mortgage guarantee in Spain, the lender will be considered the taxpayer.”

These stamp duties charge legal actions that are granted by notarial, mercantile and administrative documents, giving a value to the legal act in question and on which the tax is applied. The tax rate varies depending on the autonomous community (region) where the public document is granted, hovering between 0.5% and 2.0%. In Andalucía, the tax rate on mortgage loans granted by banks is 1.5%, to be applied to what is known as “mortgage responsibility”.

But what is Spanish mortgage responsibility? So as not to burden the reader with technical questions, and for practical purposes, we will say that this

does not coincide with the amount of the mortgage loan requested, but with a higher amount. The reader may ask, “Why higher?” Well, let’s continue.

As we noted, this “mortgage responsibility” in Spain is calculated by adding, to the principal of the loan that they granted us, certain amounts that would originate in the event that the bank had to execute the mortgage loan for non-payment of the instalments: a maximum amount for ordinary interests, plus a maximum amount of delayed interests and another for judicial and/or extrajudicial costs. Mortgage responsibility is not always fixed, and it varies from one banking institution to another. Normally, it ranges between 30% and 60% of the principal of the loan that is granted to us.

For example, let’s say we apply for a mortgage loan with a principal of €150,000.

Assuming that the maximum amount for ordinary and extraordinary interests and costs is €50,000, the total mortgage liability would be €200,000. Applying 1.5% of the stamp duties of the autonomous community of Andalucía, the amount to be paid would be €3,000, which, effective November 2018, is assumed by the bank and not the borrower.

Welex Lawyers & Accountants C/ Ramón Gómez de la Serna 23, Local 7, Marbella Tel. (+34) 952 775 521 · info@welex.es www.welex.es

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