This new development, officially completed and signage up in March of 2015, is located on the corner of Umhlanga Rocks Drive and Kikembe Drive in Umhlanga Ridge. It consolidates most of the Durban FNB business offerings into one 4 Star Green Rated building with uninterrupted panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and the Durban Bay in the distance. "The development of this new … [Read more...]
Giants Castle Ascent 2015
May 4, 2015 by Leave a Comment
This Autumn hike in early May 2015 was set for a 4 day expedition in the Injisuthi region of Drakensberg but a few of the team weren't able to make it. So Matt and myself decided to go anyway but just for one night and then have the weekend back together with family. We still had every intention of reaching the high peaks and decided that Giants Castle is the most accessible … [Read more...]
Rewardsco on the Ridge
April 15, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Rewardsco is a leading provider of outsourced sales services in South Africa and they have recently taken occupation of their new premises on Umhlanga Ridge. The iconic location, made up of six levels wrapped around a central atrium and set above two levels of parking, is a joint venture between Rewardsco and Zenprop Property Holdings and the building designed by Elphick Proome … [Read more...]
Fig Tree Coffee
March 16, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Now trading and serving great coffee under the giant fig tree is Fig Tree Coffee, located on the premises of Grace Family Church, Riverside in Anthony Road, Durban. Though the core service is great coffee served between 7am and 4pm daily, they offer a range of salads, wraps and healthy rolls to satisfy your appetite. Such a great location with ample parking and a safe place for … [Read more...]
Exotic Cars at SMD Group
March 16, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Eye candy for lads! These cars really are the pick of the crop of some of the finest cars in the world and I have had the opportunity to showcase them and bring out their best features - some on the showroom floor and then others out in the open sunlight. … [Read more...]
Montusi Mountain Lodge
March 11, 2015 by Leave a Comment
This post is so long overdue! But so necessary as a resort as special as Montusi Mountain Lodge, in the idyllic area of the Northern Drakensberg, deserves to be featured. The Amphitheatre in the Northern region of the KZN Drakensberg holds a special place in my memories as I have spent many weekends since childhood hiking in the area. It is an honor to be invited to showcase … [Read more...]
SMD Group Watch Boutique
February 10, 2015 by 1 Comment
I had been eagerly anticipating the completion of the Land Rover Jaguar signage at the SMD Group car dealership in Ballito, knowing that it would be quite a treat for high impact architectural imagery. Well it didn't disappoint and I was running around chasing the light with eager excitement! But then I get informed of the new Watch Boutique being setup opposite Zara's Lite … [Read more...]
SMG BMW Showcase
November 30, 2014 by Leave a Comment
BMW is a German automobile, motorcycle and engine manufacturing company founded in 1916, headquartered in Munich, Germany. The SMG Group has 4 locations in South Africa where the BMW brand is portrayed to its finest and these motorcar showrooms exemplify all that BMW stands for. I was tasked to showcase these locations and, where possible, brought my signature low light, moody … [Read more...]
The Things We See From Above
November 2, 2014 by Leave a Comment
I love aerial photography and perspective that it give the viewer. Having recently acquired a quadcopter by DJI (Phantom 2 Vision+), I have less need to travel in a conventional helicopter which is normally for me a Robinson 22 - easily maneuverable and can be put into tight aspects. The Phantom is great for convenience and is great for those Google Earth vertical views but … [Read more...]
The Best of Patio Warehouse
October 16, 2014 by 3 Comments
Patio Warehouse is where you'll find Africa's largest selection of patio furniture and accessories - it literally is everything you could ever need under one roof. At Pitcharelloes we do a load of entertaining in our gazebo so I always have an extra element of excitement when showcasing a project in which I have a special interest! It has been a pleasure showing the beauty of … [Read more...]
