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FE AT U R E HO M E

GENTLEMAN’S ESTATE GAUT ENG

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A MARVELOUS MARVEL KWA ZU L U N ATA L

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FR OM THE E DI TOR

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ZIM BALI ESTAT E AG EN CY

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FR OM THE CEO

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A M ARVELOUS M ARVEL

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R S PR O PE RTY S PEC IALISTS

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COVET T HE LOOK

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G E NTLE MA N’ S E STAT E

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D ESIGN ER PROF IL E

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ISSUE #05 EDITOR Stephanie du Preez Email: marketing@olalainteriors.com

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FROM THE

EDITOR

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ell hello 2020. And what a dramatic start to the year it has been with absolutely unprecedented changes to not just South Africa but the worlds way of living.

It is more important than ever to thoroughly enjoy the homes that we are undoubtedly going to be spending a lot more time in.

And what better way to do so, than to immerse yourself in the subtle luxury and sublimely beautiful as spectacularly highlighted in our first feature home of this issue. Situated in Rietvlei, Pretoria, this Gentleman’s Estate is a cohesive merge of old and new - the OLALA INTERIORS team outdid themselves with the fantastically bespoke, custom made and curated items and furniture in this home (page 16).

Michael Anderson chatted to maverick Intern Associate Ronak Spamer from RS Property Specialists about the interesting world of luxury real estate in Cape Town.

Our second feature home, perfectly placed on the KwaZulu Natal north coast, connects living spaces and encourages engagement for both family and friends. This luxurious coastal

escape has an abundance of tactile textures, luscious velvet’s and gorgeous custom made and sourced furniture and fittings.

We’ve added a Covet the Look featuring the fabrics, wallpaper and lighting used in our featured KwaZulu Natal home (page 86).

Should you wish for us to curate a unique interior scheme with beautiful finishes for you, contact us and we will happily assist you.

Property Specialist, Heather Eaton from Zimbali Estate Agency, chats to us about the sales experience at the much sought after Zimbali Coastal resort on page 50.

In our closing pages, we asked one of OLALA INTERIORS’ youngest designers, Lorraine Sigauke, to share her thoughts on her love of life and interior design.

We are using the power of design to get through this challenging time - take a journey with us and immerse yourself in the extraordinary world of colour, light and textures...

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NEWS

WHEN THE CORONA VIRUS FINALLY exhausts itself and the danger is over, let’s do something good for our country.

We don’t want our clients suffering from...

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Let’s spend our holidays in South Africa, eat in local restaurants, buy South African products, buy local meats and veggies and support local businesses. These businesses are going to find it very difficult to get back on their feet and survive without our help.

They are suffering badly now.

Our products are some of the best in the world. Our country is one of the most beautiful.

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FROM THE

CEO’s DESK As you most probably are Captions of Industry, these unprecedented times have certainly given us much food for thought. OLALA INTERIORS employs 52 people, and our loyal, cherished and skilled employees lie close to our hearts. In the almost 27 years of our existence, we have never needed to stop operating for any extended period.

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have just finished watching an insightful Webinar presented by Douglas Kruger where he ends off by saying that “Businesses sustain our civilisation, it makes peace possible, it makes food possible, it makes it possible to educate our children and enable them to go further than us. It matters that we stay open. Make a choice to fight for your business.”

The general consensus is that life will certainly be different after this, and we can all expect to spend a lot more time in our homes. To meet your needs and make your lives more comfortable, we are in the process of capturing our product into an on-line platform, where you can order our fabulous scents and candles, crockery, glassware, functional art and beautifying objet on-line, for home delivery. Our best sellers on our shelves are in a healthy stock position, and in most cases we will be able to supply you immediately starting in Level 3 allowing e-commerce. We hope to be live within the next 2 weeks and will keep you posted.

As many of you know, part of our service delivery to you is our highly personalised concierge service – no task to menial or humble, we will fetch and deliver, shop, and do the run around for you. We also make up the most magnificent gift packs for loved ones and special occasions and arrange flowers, functions, caterers and the likes for our valued clients.

Our designers are working remotely, and I can happily report that the uninterrupted home design offices are turning out magnificent interiors for our esteemed clients. As soon as we can, we will be back on your sites with renewed energy and zest, doing what we do best with grateful hearts.

Wishing you and you loved ones health and our economy a speedy recovery.

Love always...

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SUMMER

2019

F E ATU RE H O ME

FABULOUS FRESNAYE

F E ATU RE H O ME

ELEGANT EAGLES WINGS

Schanè Anderson (second from left), CEO & Creative Director of OLALA INTERIORS accepting the prestigeous awards.

NOMINEE

Best Interior Design Private Residence Africa

FE AT U R E H O M E

STYLISH BISHOPSCOURT

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FEATURE HOME VON VILLA SIMBITHI

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OLALA INTERIORS was honoured at the African Property Awards in association with Salice at The Waldorf Astoria Palm Jumeirah Hotel on 11th October 2018 for their project CLIFTON SPLENDOUR.

OLALA INTERIORS competed against the best property professionals across the African region and was ultimately presented with the highest scoring 5 STAR AWARD and recognised as the BEST in the INTERIOR DESIGN - PRIVATE RESIDENCE category. OLALA INTERIORS also received an award as NOMINEE for Best in Africa - which includes projects in and around the Indian Ocean Islands.

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LUXURY PROPERTY

SPECIALISTS Michael Anderson, Regional Manager of OLALA INTERIORS Cape Town chats to RS Property Specialist Intern Associate, Ronak Spamer, about the world of luxury real estate in Cape Town.

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S Property Specialists are established, brand-woke and a breath of fresh air when it comes to selling.

Specialising in high-end residential sales,state-of-the-art city-living apartments, long term leasing and top-class luxury vacation stays.

With some of South Africa’s most elite pecuniary networks, Ronak Spamer has created a diverse portfolio of listings, combined with his in-depth knowledge of the ever-changing property market.

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Intern Associate RS Property Specialists

He has adapted an ‘out-of-thebox’ approach towards realty, with the unrivalled, unique skills of a combination of networking and ATL digital platforms, bringing South Africa’s real estate industry to an all time culmination of selling.

MICHAEL: Ronak, can you tell us a little bit more about yourself?

RONAK: Sure, I am born and bred in Germany, add to that a splash of mocha and a pinch of Malawian/

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Indian for extra seasoning! Before settling my boots in the heart of Mother Africa back in 2010, I travelled extensively around Europe. I lived in Spain and the Netherlands with a short stint in South East Asia.

MICHAEL: Why real estate and why specifically the luxury market?

RONAK: Simple, because it’s the best job in the world. I love working with people and what can be more rewarding than gaining the trust of clients and their gratitude. I have an impetuous passion for design and architecture, combine this with my drive for ambition and determination, I’d say I found my calling in real estate.

MICHAEL: If you now get a call or email by a possible client, what would your typical approach be?

RONAK: Firstly, I need to get to know the client. The bottom line is your prospective clients don’t have time to read long, fluff based

A great design is the heart and soul of a property.

It tells stories, it provokes feelings and emotions, design is ingrained in our human nature.”

emails filled with property buzzwords, as a traditional real estate agency would operate.

case of ‘On the market’. Once all that is done we are ready to go and it’s full steam ahead!

I pride myself in my personable, direct manner with innovative methods of putting myself in our clients shoes. Perhaps I’ll have a chat about life, and without noticing my brain is already in ‘matchmaking -mode’.

This match could be the link to a specific property, but it could also be a geographic area or a social environment that could fit their required needs.

MICHAEL: You mentioned that you address con’s, please can you elaborate a bit more on this often overlooked point?

This is a tremendously important key point to ensuring that I find the right answers by asking the right questions. Understanding the needs of the individual and their family is much more valuable than just their desire for a specific postal address as the novelty can easily wear off. The feeling of ‘home’ and ‘belonging’ plays a lead role in guiding our clients to get a firmer grasp on their needs.

Once I have identified the right properties, I present them to the client with all the pros and cons. Strangely, people often seem to not like addressing the cons as a matter of product or service which doesn’t make sense to me, but to better understand the client I have to view it through the lens of their mindset.

Once those have been discussed, we should be sitting with a short-list of potential properties. Whether we are in the selling process or preparing a detailed list in the

RONAK: Yes I do, if there is an elephant in the room then there is an elephant in the room! Why try to hide the fact that there is something perhaps ‘suboptimal’ about a property? It won’t go away and the client will surely notice it after a while. I do not ever want anyone to feel I was not being honest and transparent with them.

My role is to assist and assess during the entirety of the process with open cards. Would you try to hide the fact when designing and decorating an interior that the floors are ruined underneath? I bet not. Does this add to your overall cost? Yes it does if it needs to get fixed.

Will the client receive honest service and longevity and more joy of your work, 100%!

MICHAEL: How important is design and the interior for you as an agent, when it comes to selling or buying a property?

RONAK: A great design is the heart and soul of a property. It tells stories, it provokes feelings and emotions, design is ingrained in our human nature. It is OLALA INTERIORS

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all that and so much more, it is very important to utilise design very cautiously and with a purpose. We need to know the intent, what do we want to achieve.

For example, when getting a home ready for sale do we want to show a buyer how happy the family is in this home and how this is their home? Or do we want them to feel comfortable and visualise themselves living their best lives in their forever home? De-personalize your home and make it a clean, inviting space for others.

Detach yourself and imagine you were to buy.

To be frank, the best way to get a home ready for sale is acquiring professional help. Would you repaint your car yourself with crayons prior to selling? If the answer is no, then why cut corners when selling something that is some much more valuable.

MICHAEL: As an Interior designer, I couldn’t agree more with you on that, and it’s reassuring to see this view shared. Now let’s zoom out and look at your brand RS Property and what it stands for?

RONAK: RS Property Specialists is basically the name for a collective group of high performing ROCKSTARS! We are a unique cherry-picked team of experts with a vast knowledgeable background in real estate sales, marketing and 360 degree social and brand awareness.

Our prided skills and services range from top-brands who have joined forces to service our clients better than anyone ever before to obviously us, the Agents.

We have access to a large network of buyers and sellers through our combined networks. Therefore we can accrue quality matches and deliver bespoke services.

Imagine you are a seller. Would you rather have one agent working for you, or a group of high performing agents? You still have your trusted lead agent, however he or she works with all others in the network together to get you the best results.

In addition to that we have some of the top brands on board too from Interior design, attorneys, financial services and elite luxury short term vacation stays for when you are in the country shopping for your ultimate piece of heaven in South Africa.

MICHAEL: This is a truly holistic approach, and will undoubtedly be what sets you aside from the rest. But now what if I am a very private person and don’t want to interact with anyone but my agent of choice?

RONAK: That’s the beauty of it, look at me as your project manager or your business partner, your accountability partner and your needs ambassador. You deal with me and will deal with all the rest, for you.

MICHAEL: Thank you Ronak for sharing your tailored and unique approach to property buying, this service will surely ignite great interest given the diverse value you can offer. I am looking forward to hearing and experiencing more from your team.

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& mindful use of linear and circular references throughout the interior design, resonates with the original structure and architecture.

A renovation project - Celebrating history while acquiring a contemporary edge.

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he redesign of an old farmstead on a small holding in Pretoria, turned this home into a luxuriously elegant, gentleman’s home.

As all hard, floor and sanware finishes were already specified when OLALA INTERIORS was commissioned, the completion of the interior design, detailing and finishing required an intimate understanding of the clients’ preferences and tastes.

One of the design challenges was to respectfully incorporate the beautifully timeworn structure into a clean, uncluttered and contemporary home. The design brief was achieved by renewing spaces with functional art and modern, designer furniture, upholstered in uber sensuous and tactile fabrics.

It was very important to the client to keep some of

the old character of the property - the irregular, and sometimes rough and tumble plaster, on the walls.

Schanè Anderson, CEO and Creative Director of OLALA INTERIORS, was careful in deciding which essential walls could be skimmed and prepared to enable her to cover areas with handcrafted wallpapers.

Bespoke decor and furniture was also an expressed requirement. “The client, a highly respected and reserved gentleman, is proud of his extraordinary heritage, and the home had to respect his legacy and history”, says Schanè.

In response to the brief, special emphasis was given to designer sculptural lighting in high traffic reception areas, specifically commissioned artwork, top notch handmade artisanal fabrics, wallpapers and rugs which were all specially selected for the home.

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// FORMAL LOUNGE

Sophisticated and fluid custom sofa in a hardwearing but warm lux velvet, and accented with scatters in shimmering and rippled textures.

The sofa is framed by marble top with brass insert side tables and finished off with a handcrafted special imported set of duo coffee tables. These offer a strong geometric statement with endless style possibilities.

The chic lazy susan add a luxurious element for entertaining, and the interesting modern mix of materials — gold and bronze metal, black glass, marble and eucalyptus — finishes the perfect living space seated on an imported rug.

Feature lighting showcases the handmade Nimbus glass with solid satin brass frame.

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ADDING CIRCULAR references, using // circular lights and softly rounded sofas to imitate and repeat curves in the main structure, without negating the design brief and remaining contemporary. Hand-made and custom manufactured oak plasma unit with vertical and horizontal lines, add interest and sits off the specially imported handmade wallpaper.

The complex yet elegant occasional tubular chairs on their expressive metal bases, are upholstered in Zinc - the tones of colour add depth and dimension to this sculptural design inspired by a stylised landscape. All furniture were custom designed and built

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// SPECTACULAR SCREENING

Screening off the family room from the formal lounge and passage visually softens the areas.

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// SUMPTUOUS SEATING

A generous soft, plush chenille upholstered sofa with extra depth seating and accented with metallic tones, on a handwoven bamboo silk rug in an intensely saturated black sapphire shade.

Visual interest is built up in different layers, with an overarching sense of warmth, elegance and calm, that feels majestic and welcoming.

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TAILORED LIGHTING The hand-crafted drum chandelier made with walnut slats in the dining room add to the bespoke feel.�

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SIGNATURE ARISTOCRAT DINING TABLE // The Aristocrat Dining Table is a piece of jewellery unto itself. Its noble, French lines have been elegantly simplified and further enhanced by a soft Majestic Gold metal band that outlines the entire dining table’s base.

A unique eucalyptus veneer has been dyed to a rich Nightfall finish that enhances the depth of the wood’s grain. The top is a beautiful complement to the slender, undulating base and trapezoidal legs that are wrapped in a warm taupe diamond-quilted leather.

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hung servers exquisitely set off by handmade grass wallpapers.

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PERFECT FOR CURLING up on, a shapely styled kidney shape sofa upholstered in a decadent embossed textured velvet invites the eye to wander up along the full height padded headwall. ALLURING DESIGN blends textures and finishes in this luxuriously comfortable master suite with private dining area where seating is offered in an exceptionally comfortable chair in a wooden base with zinc alloy ferrules [a ferrule is a crimped metal tube].

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// The panelled head

wall is upholstered in a sumptuous velvet with a charming, subtly mottled appearance which present in a sophisticated palette of neutral shades and rich tones. An alluring sheen and luxurious soft texture gives Tatiana velvet an added touch of elegance and opulence.

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// FABULOUS FABRICS

The charming semisheer curtaining fabric combines loosely woven matt and lustrous yarns creating a classic basket weave appearance. A sophisticated drapery with alluring natural qualities, consisting of delicate sheer fibres, intriguing textures, decorative effects and three dimensional detailing. Subtle metallic highlights add contemporary style and lustrous appeal to these lightweight weaves. With an irresistible, natural tactile quality and versatile colour palette of elegantly soft shades, this textile exudes a luxurious feel.

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// BOYS BEDROOM The modular airplane bed, upholstered on saddle leather, was designed and

manufactured by OLALA INTERIORS as the focal point on a zebra inspired rug. The blocks are movable and can be used as a slide or crawl up.

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// UNITING OLD

& NEW Working with walls of different textures - only one wall was skimmed to create the hand painted mural.

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COHESION Incorporating the zebra rug on the floor with the jungle mural on the wall and the clouds on the ceiling – make for a playful, interesting and harmonious scheme.

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THE GUEST // SUITE follows through with the harmonious design theme with plush fabrics, ample relaxing seating, in-room dining facilities, handknottted rugs and custom hand-crafted furniture.

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GOOD-LOOKING GUEST BEDROOMS A balance between the rustic and the refined.

Carefully considered furniture and furnishings were used to soften the rough plaster elements, creating a rewarding contrast of old and new.

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// THE ULTIMATE man-cave area, with occasional and games seating, a pool table and bar in beautifully

appointed spaces.

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// APART BUT TOGETHER

Private seating areas whilst being a part of the gaming fun.

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A SUBJECT SPECIFIC library fills the bespoke cabinetry in the TV area leading out to the private // balcony.

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CELEBRATING AL FRESCO Elegant entertaining with family & friends - keep connected while having fun at home.

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LUXURY PROPERTY

ON THE KZN COAST Zimbali Estate Agency has managed to establish a well fortified presence at Zimbali Coastal Resort since 2003. Property Specialist, Heather Eaton chats to us about the sales experience at the much sought after residential estate.

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here is always a strong demand for luxury homes all over the world and it is no different in South Africa. Fortunate to be working in an Estate like Zimbali that is known for its exclusiveness and luxury, Heather has very much found her property niche.

TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF? I have a very social personality and I love interacting with people, I always put others and their needs first. When in touch with creative aesthetics, I truly thrive.

Having the opportunity to work with clients and assisting them to come to the best decisions with regards to their aspirations and requirements, is something I thoroughly enjoy.

WHY REAL ESTATE & WHY SPECIFICALLY THE LUXURY MARKET? Real estate is in most cases people’s biggest investment (especially the luxury market) and invariably people are often unsure of what meets their needs or desires.

One of my strengths is building strong relationships with my clients and I am able to fully understand their needs. The luxury

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// HEATHER EATON Property Specialist

Zimbali Estate Agency

Tasteful décor always sells, it does not matter who the consumer is.”

market particularly appeals to my creative inclination and I am passionate about beautiful, elegant homes. I have a passionate drive to find the right home that fits the client.

IF YOU GET A CALL OR EMAIL BY A POSSIBLE CLIENT, WHAT WOULD YOUR TYPICAL APPROACH BE? Firstly, and most importantly, I would ascertain the clients position in terms of financial means and determine if there are any hurdles that need to be overcome such as needing to sell a property. Determining whether the property would be a primary investment or purely a luxury purchase is equally important as this will lay the foundation for the appropriate interaction and future negotiations.

HOW DO YOU DEAL WITH THE CON’S OF A PROPERTY? Well there are always solutions to any objection.

I rely on my wealth of experience to iron these out in order to come to some sort of effective compromise.

In many cases, really listening to a client and reserving comment leads to a solution as the client resolves their own obstacle/objection whilst communicating; it is the old adage: “He who speaks first has lost…”

HOW IMPORTANT IS DESIGN & THE INTERIOR FOR YOU AS AN AGENT, WHEN IT COMES TO SELLING OR BUYING A PROPERTY? Purchasers will always be drawn to well designed and appointed properties. Tasteful décor always sells, it does not matter who the consumer is. Clients subconsciously purchase the presentation rather than the actual brick and mortar.

NOW LET’S LOOK AT YOUR BRAND AND WHAT IT STANDS FOR? The Zimbali Estate Agency is in the forefront of luxury and prestige and has been so for very many years. The brand is well known and reputable and my own personal brand of Heather Eaton is synonymous with this. There is of course also a great return on investment when buying a Zimbali property, and this is reflected in our brand.

WHAT IF A CLIENT ONLY WANTS TO INTERACT WITH THEIR USUAL AGENT OF CHOICE? I would compliment the client on their loyalty and integrity but would stress that if there is anything that is required in terms of Real Estate knowledge or property related issues or concerns, I am available to assist should the need arise at any stage of the property buying/ purchasing process.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Heather Eaton Zimbali Property Specialist Zimbali Northgate Suites, Zimbali Coastal Resort, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa M: +27 82 462 4704 B: +27 32 538 1205 www.zimbali.co.za

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That elusive ‘wow’ factor permeates this spectacular home. The incomparable spacious The incomparable spacious interiors and the timeless quality of elegance of the materials and finishes used. interiors and the timeless quality of elegance of the materials and finishes used.

The house is beautifully furnished by a top leading interior designer. The innovative modern design aspects of the superb residence, combine a home that is a immediately impressionable as it desirable.

The house is beautifully furnished by OLALA INTERIORS. The innovative modern design The lavish and luxurious interiors comprise 5 generous en-suite bedroom and 3 large reception areas, with great flow onto a aspects ofinthe superb residence, combine a home that is a immediately impressionable as it covered patio a secluded garden with swimming pool. desirable.

Features

The lavish and luxurious interiors comprise 5 generous en-suite bedroom and 3 large reception Interior with great flow onto a covered Exterior Sizes areas, patio in a secluded garden with swimming pool.

Bedrooms Bathrooms Recep. Rooms Furnished

5 5 4 Yes

Garages Pool

2.5 Yes

Floor Size Land Size

750m² 1,476m²

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LOCATION NORTH COAST KWAZULU NATAL ARCHITECT METROPOLE ARCHITECTS MAIN CONTRACTOR SYGNATUR PROJECTS PHOTOGRAPHY GRANT PITCHER

A MARVELOUS

MARVEL

Intended as a luxurious escape, this multi-level structure is home to a young, vibrant family who love to entertain.

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ituated in a beautiful coastal estate in KwaZulu Natal, this magnificent home was designed as a family sanctuary. Spec high was the instruction. The clients wanted a magnificent holiday home with opulent finishes where they can entertain their extended family and business associates.

Embarking on a journey to capture the innate generosity of a socially engaging family, required much intentional design and consideration. The entrance had to be an epic arrival point, the kitchen area the center of the entertainment hub, the reception and seating areas voluptuous and engaging, the bedrooms private luscious sanctuaries, the bathrooms small but perfectly appointed functional spaces.

Glamorous and elegant lighting pieces were carefully selected to compliment the home.

Effective lighting design necessitated that the ceiling and lighting plans be well thought through. All functional lighting sources had to be recessed, hidden from direct eye contact, only the ambient and sculptural lighting to take the center stage.

Recessed lighting played an enormous role.

All switching had to be dimmable LED’s for electrical and power conservancy. Radial tubular lighting were used to illuminate all cabinetry, and the dressing room cabinetry was fitted with sensored lighting sources, which welcomed you into your little paradise of designer clothing and apparel. All bathroom vanities were fitted with hidden led sensors for night time usage. // 56

Wooden floors were an essential must and as they are a tactile family, they want to take off their shoes and feel a warm smooth surface underfoot before stepping onto lush handknotted deep pile rugs. Although the climate is warm and humid 11 months of the year, the client requested underfloor heating as well as heated towel rails as this also aids the prevention of moisture build up in the home.

With plenty of tactile textures (hand knotted rugs and incredibly high-end fabrics), luscious velvet’s and the client’s love of lighting, this home embodies the ultimate in luxury coastal living. All built-in-cupboards, vanities, kitchen cabinetry, plasma units, dining table, study bookcases and desks were custom designed and built by OLALA INTERIORS for this home. This enabled the design team to use each space to its very best advantage.

OLALA INTERIORS accentuated the pooled light into the home by framing and off-setting it against all natural materials where possible such as the oak flooring and the pale marble on the staircase. To create interest, OLALA specified black frames, doors and skirtings, adding a linear border for interest.

The design also included the incorporation of high gloss, reflective surfaces and imported statement lighting which was used throughout the home, all creating linear repetitions right the way through the home.

// ELEGANTLY SCULPTURAL

A stylish, well designed welcome.

The Five Shard Chandeliers in the entrance provide a glimpse of the contemporary elegance to come.

// ENTRANCE SURFACING DETAIL

The floor design was an intentional mirror of the curvaceous staircase, with sundial influenced by radial linear inserts of solid brass strips.

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THE FORMAL LOUNGE boasts the 2 specially imported Ice Breaker chairs designed by Couture. The custom engineered frames are wrapped in a gold bullion metal tone and a micro herringbone pattern in off-white linen-blend fabric offers simplistic // beauty. // 58

The visualising possibilities for this slim yet open through-faring area demanded that the flow from inside to outside remain unfettered. A dual-sided formal lounge allows for views into the hub of the home as well as the extensive outdoor entertainment patio and external kitchen. From the lounge the magical shard glass and brass pendants are admired embracing the double volume entrance.

Delectably sensuous and tactile velvets were utilised to upholstered the custom frames. Designer Fabrics from Zinc, Christian Lacroix and Designer’s Guild were effortlessly strewn into the mix. The scatters references the appearance of modern stained glass. Colour was interplayed with the flowers, a permanent fixture in this home.

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// DELECTABLE DINING

It is a well know fact that good food mixed with good family and company breaks down barriers and brings people together. The clients wanted comfortable arm chairs for dining, allowing guests to ponder and linger.

Specially selected art by Fatima Moosa graces the wall under the light of a Halo/Criss pendant - A finely tailored result.

Cross Chandelier from the CRISS -CROSS series was created from a genuine desire to blend art with lighting.

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KITCHEN AREA // With the kitchen being an integral part of the home, the exclusively contemporary design complements the open living areas of the dining room and lounge. Due to the layout of this floor and its positioning in the home, the kitchen becomes a focal point. The OLALA INTERIORS team wanted the kitchen to have a unique feel rather than resemble a conventional kitchen.

There is a strong use of reflective materials paired with the beauty of various stones from the cladding on the wall and island fronts, to the various counter-tops, these all work well in complementing the warm natural beauty of the wooden floors.

There are quite a few interesting features in the kitchen from the combination of stones, the exclusive carbon light over the island to the stylish unique kitchen stools.

The kitchen is framed on either side by walls of striking grey mirror with brass strip detail not only adding to the elegance of this home but reflecting its beauty as well.

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The clients, a fun loving family with 2 children, wanted a custom designed home to suit their love for cooking, family, friends and social get togethers.�

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Since the home is situated within an estate with a restrictive FAR of 500 square meters all inclusive, space constraints were creatively dealt with. The home is a substantial 4 bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms, formal lounge, playroom, private lounge, study and undercover patio and outdoor kitchen area.

The clients wish list included a walk-in dressing room in the master suite with a separate private enclosed WC, a larger kitchen with more work surfaces, with separate scullery, laundry and servants’ quarters, and an entertainment worthy 10 or 12 seater dining table to be fitted into a narrow dining area. “All areas had to be freeflowing, functional and elegant”, says Schanè.

The staircase was directionally changed (flipped) to create more functional space in the kitchen and by doing this, two further workspaces and surfaces were created.

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bathroom with a double vanity, free standing bath, private shower and toilet was created.

All functional down-lights were recessed into specially created ceiling troughs. The ceiling design was also used to accommodate audio speakers, air-conditioning units, extraction, etc. Lighting troughs were utilised in the main reception areas with depressed and recessed ceiling vaults with rope lighting in the bedrooms.

MUTED MOODY TONES complemented by malleable sheer curtains with subtle linen textures of precious minerals. It gently sways from the reveals created in the ceiling design & besides softening the windows, it also screens from the outside. //

// BESPOKE, STATEMENT LIGHTING

The Tokio Carbon Light, with its outstanding design, top quality materials and excellent performance, ensured a contemporary lighting element in this space.

KITCHEN SOCIAL TV CORNER A fabulous area for friends and family to sit and be engaged in the cooking process, or watching a cooking program whilst creating exceptional dishes. //

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// STUDY ROOM

The study is in effect a wide walk-though between the Prayer room and Guest Powder Room. Clever furniture layouts modelling this into a kids TV games area and small study desk for young children, where the parents can also plug in their laptops for a quick email check.

The prayer room had to be prepared to receive the family’s precious Deities. The room required to be beautifully designed with unique features and a nostalgic overtone.

The walls were covered in a wallpaper designed by Black Edition showcasing Intricate layers and elaborate detailing which are considerately positioned to create a large scale Moroccan inspired damask, digitally printed on stunning embossed vinyl in contrast to a chic metallic ground.

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LUXURY GUEST WC // The audacious wallpaper is a collaboration between 2 creative and remarkable design companies from New York that thrive on extravagant design. This large scale abstract and stylistic wallpaper is made by hand.

The over scaled Murano lights add to the drama above a solid yellow wood organic floating shelf with brass recessed detail separating it from the marble top. Black sheepskin adorns the floor and a Sandalwood & Patchouli Diffuser soothes the senses.

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A DOUBLE VOLUME ART GALLERY SPACE embraces the floating staircase that leads to the top level.

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// THE LANDING is testimony to mindful design in the

off-set ceiling troughs accommodating lighting and air-con vents. The minimalistic linear detailing draws the eye to the incredible over-scaled art respectively sourced and commissioned especially for this home.

A reprieve from the busyness.

Repetitive linear lines soothe the senses.�

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MASTER SUITE Velvet, velvet and more velvet. Textures, lush, plush, furs - visual opulence!

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ELEGANT DESIGN WITH PRECISE MANUFACTURE // Sensory LED lighting comes alive when movement into the dressing room is detected.

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The function of design is letting design function.�

// THE FLOATING double vanity with built-in washing basket and substantial storage, topped with

recessed medicine cabinets, all back-lit with surround LED and radial light troughs. Solid brass detailing and marble clad splash-backs complete the luxurious bathroom.

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// MASTER BATH Under the glass shard pendant, the

free-standing bath with the floor mounted Purivida Mixer, is seated on a marble floor with brass inserts against a back-drop of bevelled mirror panels, which form an unassuming entrance to the generous shower and WC respectively.

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PERFECT TO TRANSITION Boyish & yet mature enough to hold its value into the teen years...

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// MORE MASCULINE &

angular in approach following through into the pendant selection, the fluted headboard and base, surrounded by an apt Denim Oceano panel from J&V; complemented by a JAB scatter.

// A PLAYFUL Skyline Multi

Hook in Black and sliding mirror leads to his private en-suite with a generous double shower.

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HIGH END BATHROOM // The bathroom has all the amenities of high end luxurious hotel bathrooms, with shaving points, under-counter LED for night comfort, and a generous shower. // 80

GUEST SUITE - TRULY A DESIGN FEAT A custom designed space tailored for family visits, accommodating the adults and 2 children in a well designed node, leaving enough space to move freely around the bed and sleeping pods. The double bunk bed is clad in oak supported by a floating steel frame, tucked into an alcove. //

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FIT FOR A PRINCESS Only a princess should wake up in a Carlucci draped velvet abode, framed with Lustre Quarts wallpaper from Anthology, a Misha tub chair at the dressing table complete with feathered mirror and off course, unicorns scattered about. The crystal pendants were selected by hers truly, and the bear faux fur completes. //

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// SPIRITED & FUNCTIONAL, soft pinks

and blues, lustre and sparkles, unicorns, feathers and fluff. All boxes ticked.

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“The outdoor entertainment area occurs as a seamless extension to the open plan living space & finds itself positioned precariously under the projecting cantilever of the master bedroom above.”

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COVET THE LOOK We selected some of our favourite items from one of our feature homes to try and convey to your our unchecked delight and joy when selecting magnificent fabrics, the thrill of watching splendid designs unfold, savouring marvelous textures and understanding superb quality… all just for our esteemed clients’ pleasure and enjoyment in their beautiful homes ….

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ZINC OOLITE SMOKE ZW129/03 WALLPAPER A stunning wallcovering with wafer thin layers of cork interspersed with metallic highlights that evoke the crazed surface of DESIGNERS GUILDor the microscopic texture of mercury This jacquard woven velvet boasts an elegant precious minerals.

distressed finish amidst its striking geometric design. With subtle metallic threads, this statement making upholstery design is // perfectly suited for contemporary interiors.

CHRISTIAN LACROIX FCL 2283/02 GERNADE NOUVEAUX MONDES

A sensational spray-dyed velvet with an appearance of modern stained glass.

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Available in a dazzling multicolour, or as A sensational spray-dyed velvet with an muted intense alternative with gorgeous appearance of modern stained glass. Available cloudsmulticolour, of grenadine mixing in a dazzling or astone muted intensethroughout. alternative with gorgeous clouds of grenadine // tone mixing throughout.

ANACONDA, a viscose and cotton velvet

from Italy, is the result of a series of long ANACONDA and meticulous treatments. After spray A viscose and cotton velvet from Italy is the is digitally dyeing, the surface of the velvet resultprinted. of a seriesItsofdelicate long and meticulous design can finally be cut, treatments.

After spray dyeing, surface ofGreen using the patented Thethe Shearing the velvet is digitally printed giving the fabric DesignÂŽ technique. This treatment gives the a subtle matte and shiny finish, leaving it soft fabric its subtle matte and shiny finishes and // and silky. leaves it soft and silky.

ROMO This popular viscose velvet with a textural crushed finish has been updated with a palette of rich jewel-like shades and stunning neutrals.

The collection also includes a metallic foil print // texture which has a beautiful iridescent quality.

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ARMANI

Only an excellent fabric can originate an excellent fashion.�

Silver and black pin-striped handNINO CERRUTI knotted wool and bamboo silk rug

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FABRIC BY ZINC Mysterious, animalistic shapes formed of plush viscose velvet sit in striking contrast to a chic metallic ground.

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ARMANI Silver & black pinstriped handknotted wool & bamboo silk rug.

SMOKE WALLPAPER FROM ZINC // A stunning wall-covering with wafer thin layers of cork interspersed with metallic highlights that evoke the crazed surface of mercury or the microscopic texture of precious minerals.

DID YOU KNOW...the most outstanding wallpapers are handmade, it’s infinite irregularities is a celebration of craft, passion and love, it’s personalised signature characteristic the uneven unmatched seams…it can’t be faked…” //

SPECIALLY IMPORTED HALO/CRISS-CROSS CHANDELIER A sculptural piece composed of cut steel rod, carefully arranged and welded in a seemingly random pattern. Suspension cables can be adjusted on site to have the sculpture float below the canopy to any desired height.

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LAST WORD FROM ONE OF OUR

DESIGNERS

Meet Lorraine Sigauke, one of OLALA INTERIORS youngest, upcoming interior designers. She chats to us about her love of life and interior design.

After 3 years I completed my diploma but still had no clue what I was going to do with my life. And to make it worse, studying interior design is more limited than how it is in the actual industry, you don’t get to really express yourself or explore to the max. At first, I thought I would specialise in retail design since I hadn’t done any residential design in school. This was until I started my very first job at OLALA INTERIORS as an interior designer, which is quite an interesting story I must say if you ask me!

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late brother on the left and little brother on the right.

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ESCRIBE YOURSELF IN THREE WORDS: Extremely observant, ambitious and I tend to be a perfectionist when it comes to 3D Visualisation.

HOW & WHY DID YOU GET INTO THE DESIGN INDUSTRY? Funny enough, I originally wanted to be an animator. I ended up choosing something still connected to art which at the time was interior design.

Born and raised in Zimbabwe, I had no clue what I was getting myself into! My love for drawing, painting and anything to do with art drove my decision to start university at the Durban University of Technology in 2013 - very daunting as I had never been far from home before! // 92

At the end of 2015, I had just finished my diploma and was waiting to graduate. I had gone home (in Pretoria at the time) and my dad was watching this show called ‘Win A Home’ (an interior design show on SABC 3). Recognising one of the competitors on the show, a former fellow student from DUT, gave me the impetuous to try my luck as well. I sent my portfolio and CV to the 3 mentors on the show and amazingly enough, Schanè Anderson (CEO & Creative Director of OLALA INTERIORS) was the only one that replied my email, and she was the mentor for the girl that won that season.

I had so much to learn, I mean, SO MUCH! Good thing from the get-go I had

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from Lorraine’s submission for her BTech Degree Project.

She is justifiably proud of her phenomenal achievements to date.

Schanè as my mentor. I was always inspired but didn’t realise what I was capable of and thankfully Schanè saw something in me. She continues to inspire and motivate me. I am truly grateful for all the experience I have gained so far and the loving people and designers that surround and support me.

Being at OLALA INTERIORS was a turning point for me - I eventually realised my passion for rendering otherwise known as 3D Visualisation.

This is turning design ideas into 3D perspective.

I discovered I had a unique eye for detail when it came to rendering. I believe this is the language every client understands, a visual language. Why talk about the future when you can see it.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR DESIGN STYLE? Hmmm, my design style. I think my

style is very moody and dark. I tend to go for dark, rich, bold colours and strong textures and finishes, more on the earthy side. And I have a very expensive taste in everything including design! I believe my signature touch, however, is still coming along, I haven’t quite discovered it yet, but it’s definitely coming.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT BEING A DESIGNER & WHERE DO YOU DRAW INSPIRATION FROM? So many things to love! I really enjoy expressing myself in 3D. Sometimes it almost feels like going on an expensive shopping spree. My inspiration comes from the knowledge of the fact that the human mind can produce something so magical and amazing in order to please a client. I’ve seen some pretty mind-blowing designs and spaces including in some of the OLALA INTERIORS installations. Also, since my true passion lies in 3D rendering, that’s where most of my inspiration comes from.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR MOST POPULAR DESIGNS/ PROJECTS? I’m still to have an actual project I can call my own, but the project I completed for my Btech (Bachelor of Technology) at the University of Johannesburg in 2019 is probably the best personal project I’ve done. I remember telling myself way before I did my Btech that when I do it, it would define me as a designer. And I am so proud of myself to know I did exactly that.

Being nominated for top student with the best Btech design project of 2019 was also mind blowing. In my experience it is quite rare to come across such an award - what a great way to finish university huh? I believe this project truly showed who I want to be as a designer, what I am currently as a designer and what I am capable of as a designer.

Added to that accomplishment, I won an online bursary in early 2020 from a design school in London. The bursary is offered annually worldwide by both the Helen Green Design Studio and the Inchbald School of Design, through a foundation called ‘The Helen Green Design Foundation’.

I have never left Africa, so I needed somewhere that felt welcoming and understood my passion for design, regardless of where I’m from and the Helen Green Design Studio was exactly that. Not knowing if I was suitable nor OLALA INTERIORS

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One of the best skills to have is being able to make anything look good as well as being very functional. good enough for Europe, I thought why not give it a go? I was blessed to be selected as one of two winners (the other winner is from Russia) - I honestly didn’t think a small girl from Zimbabwe could shine in Europe!

WHAT COLOURS, TEXTURES & FURNITURE PIECES DO YOU LOVE THE MOST? I love expensive looking pieces - anything high-end is my kind of language, which makes working at OLALA INTERIORS so enjoyable. I’m not afraid to go very bold, in fact plain scares me. I love working with different textures, especially wood and metal finishes.

WHAT IS YOUR PHILOSOPHY ON DESIGN & LIFE? My philosophy on design is ‘Knowledge is definitely power’. I try to learn as much as possible, there are so many amazing things to learn out there. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes or fail, that’s just another way to grow and learn - pick yourself up better and stronger than before.

WHAT ARE YOUR DESIGN DREAMS & GOALS? To become the best 3D Visualiser in South Africa!

My goal is to master 3D Max and Corona Software amongst many others and to grow as a designer in Europe so I can bring something unique home.

IN YOUR OPINION, TOP TRENDS IN INTERIOR DESIGN FOR 2020? Textured finishes and different light sources are being used a lot lately and, gold and black accents never go out of style.

WHAT AND/OR WHO ARE SOME OF YOUR DESIGN INSPIRATIONS? So, so many! But to pick a few, firstly my family, Schanè and 3D Visualisers like Steel Drake, who is a futuristic concept designer from Russia, Marco Podrini who is one the best 3D visualisers from Italy, and Mario Stoica from Romania. True talent and skill is always inspiring!

WHAT PIECE IN YOUR PORTFOLIO ARE YOU MOST PROUD OF? I would definitely say the ground floor and 2nd floor I did for my Btech degree; I don’t think I’ve ever done that much detail in a render.

WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER WHEN DESIGNING? Definitely pleasing the client. At the end of the day, I want to be able to speak a language that they can truly understand, a language that is so visually real. That is the level of perfection I want my renders to portray.

HOW DO YOU DISCOVER YOUR CLIENT’S REQUIREMENTS? The budget first ha! But seriously, besides understanding the space, knowing whether the client wants to go light or dark and whether they would prefer simple and clean or a bolder look. And lastly whether they love their privacy or don’t mind open plan. I think that usually gives me the full picture.

HOW DO YOU KEEP UP WITH INDUSTRY CHANGES? Social media and technology these days is everyone’s best friend really.

DO YOU PREFER FUNCTIONALITY OR APPEAL? Both have a part to play in every design, one can’t work without the other.

FOR MORE INFO call Lorraine Sigauke on 032 940 0399 or email info@olalainteriors.com or visit Shop 639b Ballito Junction, Compensation Road, Ballito

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// ABSOLUTE ACCOMPLISHMENT The project Lorraine submitted to The Helen Green

Design Foundation, winning herself an online bursary.

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LIGHTING • RUGS • DECOR & ACCESSORIES • BESPOKE CABINETRY • ARTWORKS • BATHROOMS • BUILT IN CUPBOARDS 2D PLANS & ELEVATIONS • 3-D RENDERING • ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING LAYOUTS • FURNITURE LAYOUTS & DESIGN • LIGHTING DESIGN PROJECT MANAGEMENT • SOURCING • DECORATING • DELIVERY • INSTALLATION

Schanè Anderson (second from left), CEO & Creative Director of OLALA INTERIORS accepting the prestigeous awards.

NOMINEE

Best Interior Design Private Residence Africa

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