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LUXURY UNDERFOOT Fl o o ri ng o pti o n s for s tate me nt s pace s

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COMPETITION In partnership with Italtile FLOORING NYRA Hay 3D Qube Matt Rectified Glazed White Body Wall Décor Tile 500mm x 1200mm, imported from Italy.

NYRA Sunlight Rectified Glazed Matt Porcelain Tile 1200mm x 1200mm, imported from Italy.

Wellness meets flooring NYRA is not a stone-look tile; it’s a completely original surface born from a landmark collaboration between Atlas Concorde and Alberto Apostoli/Studio Apostoli, celebrated voices in wellness architecture. The question they asked: can a porcelain surface do more than imitate nature? Can it distil the emotional essence of stone? The answer is NYRAWORLD – a biophilic landscape where NYRA redefines living spaces to feel calmer, safer, more authentic. It signals an end to cookie-cutter interiors and the start of intentional, evergreen homes and commercial spaces that truly matter. NYRA creates multisensory elements that become the tactile and emotional building blocks of wellness architecture, inviting you to inhabit spaces that prioritise harmony, authenticity and lasting wellbeing.

THE STORY NYRA isn’t another trend. It’s a pioneering surface born from Atlas Concorde and Studio Apostoli’s wellness-forward dialogue.

NYRAWORLD captures sun-warmed rock, wind-sculpted textures, light-dappled planes and water-carved edges, translating memory into material. The result is a surface designed to help people feel more themselves – calmer, more authentic – and to sustain spaces that age gracefully, never dated, always purposeful.

THE MAKING Conceptualised, designed and crafted in Italy, each NYRA tile starts from premium porcelain elements. The collection is fully rectified, with precision machine-cut joints achieving hairline gaps of no more than 1.5mm for a seamless, monolithic look. The gamechanger is Atlas Concorde’s Sensitech technology – a high-tech surface finish that delivers outstanding slip resistance while feeling 102 JULY 2026

NYRA, A SIGNATURE RANGE, IS A BOLD NEW VISION OF STONE FROM ATLAS CONCORDE X STUDIO APOSTOLI, EXCLUSIVE TO ITALTILE soft and warm to the touch. Dry, it’s velvety and welcoming; wet, it’s grippy. This is ceramic elevated by technology – indoor-outdoor ready, extremely tactile and designed to age as an evergreen tile that retains its pristine quality. A matt glaze and a V3 rating for moderate variation in graphics ensure every installation feels fresh, authentic and uniquely continuous in its “zen” flow.

SUSTAINABILITY Atlas Concorde’s sustainability commitment underpins NYRA, prioritising ethical sourcing, zero-waste production and full recovery/reuse of materials, plus energy-efficient systems to minimise impact. Italtile’s exclusive NYRA range carries the LiveGreen Label, underscoring responsible choices that don’t compromise luxury or performance.

THE RANGE Italtile has curated five hero products to launch the NYRA Signature Range, designed for modularity, versatility and a continuous sense of warmth and wellbeing: • NYRA Hay Matt 1200mm x 1200mm – soft neutrals, sun-bleached and wind-worn with gentle variances.

• NYRA Sunlight 1200mm x 1200mm – warm, light-dappled tones that glow with the day.

• NYRA Ambrosia 1200mm x 1200mm – richer, deeper tones with greater colour variance.

• NYRA Ambrosia Matt 1200mm × 2870mm slab – dramatic XXL format for floors, walls, sinks, countertops, islands, vanities, shower benches and more.

• NYRA Hay 3D Qube 500mm x 1200mm – highly textured décor tile with sculptural 3D relief in a square mosaic pattern.

NYRA Ambrosia Rectified Glazed Matt Porcelain Tile 6mm – 1200mm x 2780mm, imported from Italy.

All sizes are suitable for walls and floors; selected formats offer R10- or R9-slip resistance. Fully rectified and engineered for regular foot traffic in residential and light commercial spaces.

The timeless surface harmonises with modern and traditional interiors, offering practicality, durability and easy maintenance.

The NYRA Collection is exclusive to Italtile and represents a significant investment in timeless wellness-driven design. It’s a Signature Range that embodies sustainability, originality and authentic wellbeing, delivering spaces that matter today and endure tomorrow.

CONTACT: 010 271 2272 sales@italtile.co.za www.italtile.com

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COMPETITION In partnership with Quartz Carpet FLOORING

Immersed in beauty VISIT THE NEW QUARTZ CARPET FLAGSHIP SHOWROOM FOR YOUR LUXURY FLOORING NEEDS

Luxury flooring has evolved far beyond price, rarity or exotic materials. Today, true luxury is defined by the balance of beauty, comfort, performance, innovation and architectural integrity.

A luxurious floor is no longer something just to admire; it is something to experience every day. Within this modern definition, Quartz Carpet has established itself as one of the world’s most respected luxury flooring systems. Over the past 45 years, it has built an international footprint across more than 60 countries through consistent performance, architectural trust and repeat specification from designers, architects, developers and discerning home owners who value timeless quality.

NEW SPACE, GREATER INSPIRATION Further cementing its position in the luxury market, Quartz Carpet is proudly opening its new national flagship showroom in Cape Town this July at 26B Paarden Eiland Road, Paarden Eiland. The luxurious new showroom joins the growing network of Quartz Carpet showrooms throughout South Africa and has been designed as a complete luxury lifestyle destination.

The showroom features award-winning, bespoke Houtlander furniture together with premium ROSSCO sanitaryware, creating a carefully curated environment for architects, designers, developers and home owners seeking distinctive high-end finishes. Visitors are invited to experience the seamless elegance of Quartz Carpet while enjoying a delicious cup of coffee surrounded by world-class design inspiration.

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Visit the new showroom to find the right flooring for your space.

Quartz Carpet’s products are ideal for inside and outside.

DISCOVER THE BENEFITS OF QUARTZ CARPET Quartz Carpet’s defining feature remains its seamless natural stone surface. Without grout lines, joints or visual interruptions, it creates a continuous architectural flow that instantly elevates both interior and exterior spaces. The natural stone texture delivers a calm, refined aesthetic that integrates effortlessly into contemporary and classical architecture alike.

Beyond aesthetics, Quartz Carpet offers exceptional tactile comfort. It provides a warmer, more forgiving underfoot feel, making it especially suited to luxury residences, boutique hotels, spas and leisure environments where atmosphere and comfort are paramount.

Performance is equally central to its appeal. Engineered for demanding environments, Quartz Carpet offers long-term durability, UV stability, slip resistance and low maintenance while maintaining its visual elegance over time.

Flooring from Quartz Carpet offers low maintenance and durability.

“Quartz Carpet’s defining feature remains its seamless natural stone surface.”

Flooring that is engineered for demanding environments.

Natural stone surfaces offer a seamless finish.

RECOGNISED AND RELIABLE Its international reputation has also been reinforced through prestigious industry recognition, including being selected as the flooring of choice for the 2025 Residence of the Year Awards at the WAN (World Architecture News) Awards and the Home of the Year at the House and Garden Designers of the Year Awards. Ultimately, Quartz Carpet represents a modern understanding of luxury – where beauty, comfort, innovation and longevity exist together in one seamless architectural surface.

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TIMELESS ELEGANCE

COMPETITION In partnership with Tile Africa FLOORING

Tiled over Tile Africa’s curated tile collections are designed to bring uninterrupted flow into modern living, seamlessly connecting interiors and exteriors with style, durability and versatility. Each collection balances aesthetic appeal with everyday practicality, ensuring your spaces are as functional as they are beautiful.

Whether you’re creating calming retreats, sleek contemporary hubs or textured natural environments, Tile Africa tile collections offer solutions that enhance flow throughout your home or commercial space.

THE CIELO COLLECTION FOR SOFT, FLUID ELEGANT SPACES The Cielo Collection introduces a sense of serenity with gentle tones and refined finishes. Perfect for bedrooms, bathrooms or living areas, these tiles invite calm while maintaining resilience.

THE MIAMI COLLECTION FOR SLEEK CONTEMPORARY LIVING For those who love modern simplicity, the Miami Collection delivers clean lines and minimalist sophistication. Its seamless finishes suit open-plan kitchens, stylish bathrooms, and even commercial spaces where elegance and performance are equally important.

THE CEPPO COLLECTION CREATES A NATURAL TEXTURED SPACE Inspired by natural stone, the Ceppo Collection adds earthy character with its distinctive surface and palette. Ceppo tiles are ideal for extending design continuity from indoor living areas to outdoor terraces, creating harmony across environments.

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TILE AFRICA TILE COLLECTIONS CREATE SEAMLESS FLOWING FLOORS

CREATING YOUR SPACE WITH TILE COLLECTIONS Tile collections offer unmatched flexibility. Available in multiple sizes, finishes and colours, they provide complete freedom to tailor your design. Options include matt, polished or slip-resistant surfaces, with palettes ranging from subtle neutrals to bold statement shades.

Beautiful spaces with tile collections.

The Ceppo Collection.

The Cielo Collection.

For bathrooms, consider 600mm x 600mm polished tiles on walls paired with 600mm x 1200mm matt tiles on floors to achieve a seamless yet varied look.

For open-plan living, the tile collections allow you to connect spaces from indoors through to outdoors, with slip-resistant finishes ensuring safety without compromising style.

The Allure range, with its warm wood-look, introduces natural charm that feels especially inviting in living and dining areas. The Voltere collection, inspired by marble, elevates spaces with refined elegance that extends beautifully into bathrooms and commercial environments.

These large-format tiles complement Tile Africa’s core collections, enriching the overall design journey with scale and sophistication. Both Allure and Voltere share colourways with the Cielo, Miami and Ceppo collections, ensuring a cohesive flow across different rooms. This allows home owners and designers to maintain a seamless aesthetic while enjoying distinct visual identities in each space.

The Miami Collection.

WHY CHOOSE THE TILE AFRICA TILE COLLECTIONS? Versatility: multiple sizes, finishes and colours to suit any space.

Practicality: options include matt, polished and slip-resistant surfaces.

Continuity: connects spaces from indoors to outdoors effortlessly.

Design freedom: mix and match finishes for layered, seamless looks.

Tile Africa’s collections are more than surfaces, they’re design solutions that bring flow, continuity and character into modern living.

NATURALLY BOLD In addition to these collections, Masana Slate hardbody tiles introduce a natural aesthetic with textured layers, earthy greys and subtle veining.

Available in slip-resistant finishes for patios and outdoor areas, and matt finishes for interiors, the Masana Slate tile range seamlessly extends design from indoors to outdoors – the perfect choice for home owners seeking character and durability in one.

Voltere.

Allure.

CONTACT: 011 455 2607 care.online@tileafrica.co.za www.tileafrica.co.za

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CEPPO HARDBODY TILE COLLECTION

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The Ceppo Hardbody tile collection is engineered to create a beautiful, seamless look across all your living spaces. This versatile Hardbody range is available in two sizes (600x600mm and 600x1200mm) and comes in two colours, grey and sand, to perfectly suit your personal style. Tailored for effortless indoor-to-outdoor transitions, the collection features three finishes: a smooth matt, polished, and a slip-resistant option that is ideal for outdoor patios and wet areas.

For similar design continuity, Tile Africa also offers the Cielo and Miami collections, along with a wide variety of complimentary wood-look and marble-look tiles that match beautifully to complete your home's aesthetic.

Visit your nearest store, or tileafrica.co.za to find out more

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COMPETITION In partnership with Cemcrete FLOORING

Cemcrete Terrazzo in Durbanville Blush.

Cemcrete Terrazzo in Franschhoek Fusion.

Cemcrete Terrazzo is available in 10 shades, inspired by the wine estates of South Africa.

Reinventing classics

CEMCRETE’S TERRAZZO RANGE OFFERS DÉCOR DIVERSITY AND UNDERFOOT LUXURY

Cemcrete introduces Terrazzo, a new seamless floor finish that reimagines a classic material for all spaces. Drawing inspiration from traditional terrazzo, renowned for its rich history and enduring appeal, this latest innovation reflects a growing resurgence in demand for tactile, character-driven surfaces.

Cemcrete. “We spent a lot of time sourcing the right marble chips to develop a unique colour range. I’m proud of the Cemcrete research and development team for creating a product that’s durable, thin, and so unique.”

DISTINCTLY REFINED AESTHETIC

Terrazzo is the first in a series of product releases planned for the year, all centred around a unifying theme of tactility and texture. As the brand continues to explore innovative surface solutions, Terrazzo sets the tone for what’s to come.

Cemcrete has branches in Johannesburg, Centurion and Cape Town, with a skilled technical team ready to assist you with your project needs.

Crafted from a curated blend of marble chips and a cementitious binder, Cemcrete’s Terrazzo delivers a durable, low-maintenance finish with a distinctly refined aesthetic. The surface offers subtle variation and visual texture, bringing depth to residential and commercial interiors. Terrazzo is available in 10 shades inspired by the wine estates of South Africa, with bespoke colours available on request.

SLIM, HIGH-END FINISH At just 8mm to 13 mm thick, its slim profile makes it equally suited to new builds and renovation projects, allowing designers and home owners to achieve a high-end finish without the need for extensive structural adjustments.

“Our terrazzo overlay is born from a demand from the design industry,” says Shaun Bendall, technical and sales director at

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CONTACT: 011 474 2415 info@cemcrete.co.za www.cemcrete.co.za

Cemcrete’s new Terrazzo is a seamless decorative overlay that reimagines a classic material for residential and commercial spaces, as seen here at Restaurant Klein JAN in Tswalu Kalahari Reserve.

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COMPETITION In partnership with Stiles FLOORING

Timeless tile trends for homes

STILES OFFERS A SELECTION OF ON-TREND AND STYLISH TILES FOR ALL DESIGN NEEDS

Floor tiles continue to shape the look and feel of modern South African homes, blending style with practicality. Large-format tiles remain a top trend, creating a seamless, spacious aesthetic with fewer grout lines and a sleek contemporary finish. Perfect for both compact and openplan spaces, they bring effortless sophistication to any room.

Slip-resistant tiles are also gaining popularity, especially in kitchens and bathrooms where safety matters most. Innovative textures now provide enhanced grip without sacrificing design appeal.

For home owners who love the beauty of natural materials, stonelook tiles offer the elegance of marble, slate and travertine with the durability and low maintenance of porcelain. Thanks to advanced printing technology, these tiles capture the rich textures and tones of natural stone while remaining practical for everyday living.

Whether your style leans towards modern, earthy or timelessly elegant, Stiles offers flooring solutions designed to transform your home from the ground up.

Etera Avorio 1222mm x 1222mm.

CONTACT: 044 871 3222 websales@stiles.co.za www.stiles.co.za

Forme Bianco Assoluto Matt 200x200mm

Forme Terracotta Matt 200x200mm

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FLOORING

in partnership with Zimbo’s Flooring & Decking Solutions

Floors for life

ZIMBO’S FLOORING & DECKING SOLUTIONS OFFERS INTERNATIONAL UNDERFOOT LUXURY

Zimbo’s Flooring & Decking Solutions is a premier South African supplier of hardwood flooring, custom staircases and timber decking. Founded in 2002, the company is the national partner for leading German brands Loba (coatings), Wakol (adhesives) and Janser (machinery and tools). Zimbo’s Flooring & Decking Solutions offers trade, wholesale and retail solutions across South Africa, and has one of the largest selections of engineered and solid hardwood flooring in the country, including European oak and Zimbabwean teak. Zimbo’s also supplies high-quality hardwood decking solutions for exterior spaces. Zimbo’s Flooring & Decking Solutions is the national distributor for LobaCare floor cleaners and maintenance products for hardwood, vinyl, cork and laminate flooring – ensuring your floors remain as attractive and durable as day one.

CONTACT: 0860 995 303 info@zimbostrading.co.za www.zimbosoakflooring.co.za

Hardwood flooring offers durability and effortless aesthetics.

South Africa’s Widest Selections of Engineered & Solid Oak Flooring CAPE TOWN | DURBAN | JOHANNESBURG WWW.ZIMBOSOAKFLOORING.CO.ZA | INFO@ZIMBOSTRADING.CO.ZA | 0860 995 303

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