Visi

Visi is a celebration of living well. It is committed to bringing readers the best of South African design, decor and architecture, together with the latest international trends. The innovative magazine prides itself on quality and integrity in design and editorial content. Readers enjoy news about today’s decor and design trends, new products and ideas, as well as features on South Africa’s most beautiful homes and spaces.

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Contributors • Your home is on fire. You literally have seconds. What (besides family and pets) would you save?

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Jan x Lexus A journey through flavour and landscape • Michelin-starred chef JAN HENDRIK VAN DER WESTHUIZEN on his journey as LEXUS South Africa BRAND AMBASSADOR, his approach to CRAFTSMANSHIP, and the importance of ATTENTION TO DETAIL when creating something special, both in and out of the kitchen.

The Art of the Comeback • CAMILLA BERRY reflects on motherhood, self-discovery and the freedom to define her own “bounce back”.

Resilience in Motion • Through loss and uncertainty, NOZIPHO MBANJWA-TSHABALALA discovers strength, flow and freedom.

The Rhythm of Sand and Sea • Amid sea spray, jasmine and the murmur of river song, VERUSKA DE VITA rediscovers the joy of living slowly.

Colours of the Sea • With the new Blu Mediterraneo collection, SMEG renews its creative partnership with Dolce&Gabbana, in homage to Italy's rich design heritage.

stories • Geophilic trends, nature-driven design, futuristic tech & retro decor

Rising Star Oageng Manana • For furniture designer and MEETLO co-founder Oageng Manana, it's all about blending innovation with African tradition to create MEMORABLE CONTEMPORARY PIECES.

Keepsakes • ROXANNE FERREIRA, founder of playfully colourful interior design brand ARRANGE STUDIO, shares some of her personal items and the accompanying stories that hold meaning for her.

Intentional Scent • For the founders of TRÈS NAGUAL natural perfumery, their Cape Point studio represents more than a sanctuary in which to explore the beauty of ORGANIC SCENTS – it embodies their WAY OF LIVING.

The Rise of Geophilia • Addressing the shortcomings of BIOPHILIC DESIGN, GEOPHILIA is not just about populating a space with pot plants, but rather about the intentional incorporation of NATURAL MATERIALS and SYSTEMS into design.

Why Film? • Like vinyl records, FILM PHOTOGRAPHY has experienced a RENAISSANCE. To find out why, photographer Dave Southwood speaks to those involved in the scene.

Organic Colour • Deep, rich hues are having a major moment in PLASCON's new range, with its dark, LUXURIOUS SHADES that deliver all the DRAMA.

Woodbender • WHERE CRAFTSMANSHIP, LEGACY, AND MODERN LIVING INTERSECT

On the Record • Some album covers do more than just sit on a shelf - they DEFINE AN ERA. From Nirvana's Nevermind to the Beatles' Abbey Road, design brilliance and musical genius come together. Inspired by three definitive covers - Joy Division's UNKNOWN PLEASURES, Miles Davis's KIND OF BLUE and Neil Young's HARVEST - we've translated their spirit into curated shopping collections: minimalist monochrome, Mid-century timelessness, and relaxed earthy style.

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Ceramic Swagger • Ceramic brand RIALHEIM's latest drop includes BREEZE BLOCKS, 3D TILES and SCULPTURAL LAMPS that are playful, bold and impossible to ignore.

Soft Forms • ORGANIC LINES, tactile upholstery and cloud-like comfort define this edit of SOFAS and SECTIONALS. From SCULPTURAL SILHOUETTES to SOUGHT-AFTER MODULARS, each comes in earthy, NATURAL TONES made for living.

Cara Has Big Plans • There's exciting news from celebrated local wallpaper purveyor CARA SAVEN… We spoke to Cara about the brand's upcoming...