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Functional innovation vs
technological gimmicks
The integration of technology into
luxury furniture has finally matured
beyond novelty. Whereas previous
iterations focused on obvious
features – beds that transformed
into entertainment centres or sofas
with built-in refrigeration – today’s
innovations serve the user without
drawing attention to themselves.
What distinguishes worthy
innovations from mere gimmicks
is longevity, both in terms of
durability and design relevance.
5 When evaluating mechanised
elements in luxury furniture, buyers
are advised to consider not just how
impressive they appear during a
demonstration, but also how they
will function a decade from now. Ask
yourself these questions:
• Will replacement parts be available?
• Can the mechanism be serviced?
These questions separate investment
pieces from expensive novelties.
PUBLISHER Luxury through versatility
Nico Maritz Contemporary living patterns have
fundamentally altered our relationship
nico@eiapublishing.co.za with space, and luxury furniture
has responded accordingly. The
notion that high-quality pieces must
EDIT ORIAL BO ARD 27 be imposing or unbendable has
Nicola Killops, given way to a more sophisticated
understanding of versatility.
Stienie Greyling 18
Today’s most compelling luxury
Integrated lighting and lighting design furniture designers create pieces that
DESIGN Lighting plays a fundamental role in creating a warm, welcoming and adapt to different configurations,
Designer: Leonardo Lupini sophisticated atmosphere. There’s a greater integration between luxury without sacrificing structural
integrity or aesthetic coherence.
furniture and its accompanying lighting as we seek to create unique contrasts
leonardol@nowmedia.co.za CONTENTS Modular systems that once signalled
that enhance the beauty and craftsmanship of designer pieces in a home. An
original lamp can be the piece that provides that distinctive detail needed to
compromise now represent thoughtful
PRODUCTION elevate a room’s décor. design when executed with precision.
What matters is the quality of
Anna Sawa connections, the consistency of
materials and the consideration of
eiaads@nowmedia.co.za Introduction how components interact. 3
As luxury furniture trends continue to
MARKETING & HOME FRONT evolve, one thing remains constant:
S ALES MANA GER Broadacres Drive Association the desire for exceptional quality, 4
impeccable craftsmanship and
Martin Fourie 072 835 8405 Growing Fourways Together: Join the Greening Drive timeless elegance. 5
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martin@eiapublishing.co.za Education Expo Overview By incorporating these hot trends into
Dainfern Bridge Club your interior design, you can create 8
SENIOR S ALES Meet the Two Young Rising Golf Stars of Dainfern a space that is both on-trend and 12
deeply personal, reflecting your unique
EXECUTIVE Darren Fichardt: A Global Swing with Local Roots style and taste. 14
Martin Fourie 072 835 8405 LIFESTYLE INTERIOR DÉCOR Styles and Trends | ??
martin@eiapublishing.co.za Mind the Gap: Why Some Teens Need a Pause 18
Restaurant Competition 37
DIS TRIBUTION Service Providers 39
Nicole Hermanson
nicole@eiapublishing.co.za HEALTH
Digital Interventions for Men who Avoid the Doctor 20
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