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High-Precision Electrification Technologies & Know-How Cultivated Over Many Years Means New Era Begins for Battery EVs & the Lexus Electrified Vision

High-Precision Electrification Technologies & Know-How Cultivated Over Many Years Means New Era Begins for Battery EVs & the Lexus Electrified Vision

by Emilie Froment | May 2, 2022 | Industry Leaders, Lifestyle, Mobile, Posts

  The all-new Lexus RZ 450e possesses impressive acceleration, steering and braking performance. The brand’s first BEV is built on a dedicated platform and heralds the transition of Lexus into a BEV-centred brand. The interior presents a minimalist, yet...
This is a Leap Forward in Dynamic Performance & Next-Generation Safety & Driver Assistance Systems

This is a Leap Forward in Dynamic Performance & Next-Generation Safety & Driver Assistance Systems

by Emilie Froment | Apr 6, 2022 | Industry Leaders, Lifestyle, Mobile, Posts

  The original NX, introduced in 2014, became one of Lexus’ best-selling models and interestingly most NX customers were new to the brand. This new second generation Lexus NX is a mid-size luxury SUV that boasts new design and powertrains, plus new connectivity,...
Lexus Reveals a New Concept Sports Car – N.B. The Future is Electrified & it’s Stunning

Lexus Reveals a New Concept Sports Car – N.B. The Future is Electrified & it’s Stunning

by Emilie Froment | Mar 2, 2022 | Industry Leaders, Mobile, Posts

  This svelte, jaw-dropping new model was first revealed at a press conference in December as the new sports car that will be part of a full line-up of battery EVs Lexus will launch by 2030 under its Lexus Electrified brand vision. See this gallery of new photos...
The Future is Now: Lexus’ Global Battery Electric Line-Up Aims for 100% Battery Electric Mix in Europe, North America & China by 2030

The Future is Now: Lexus’ Global Battery Electric Line-Up Aims for 100% Battery Electric Mix in Europe, North America & China by 2030

by Emilie Froment | Jan 3, 2022 | Lifestyle, Mobile, Posts

  And the design preview images of the revolutionary Lexus RZ 450E clearly illustrate a stunning update on the brand’s new chapter. Toyota Motor Corporation recently revealed its battery EV (BEV) strategies and showcased 16 Toyota and Lexus BEV models that are...
The Dynamic and Human-Centred Lexus ES Experience Launches in 3 Model Variants – 2 are Hybrids

The Dynamic and Human-Centred Lexus ES Experience Launches in 3 Model Variants – 2 are Hybrids

by Emilie Froment | Nov 7, 2021 | Industry Leaders, Lifestyle, Mobile, Posts, Travel

  The marque’s design direction manifests a commitment to crafting vehicles with more excitement and emotional connection. Over decades, Lexus gained valuable insights by listening to the opinions of luxury car buyers and subsequently applying the intelligence...
Makes Sense: Lexus Planting Thousands of Spekboom on its Road Towards Carbon Neutrality

Makes Sense: Lexus Planting Thousands of Spekboom on its Road Towards Carbon Neutrality

by Emilie Froment | Oct 6, 2021 | Industry Leaders, Lifestyle, Mobile, Posts, Travel

  Committed to planting enough Spekboom trees for every hybrid model sold locally to offset each of these vehicles’ carbon emissions for at least one year, Lexus South Africa has since mid-August 2021 already planted more than 6000 Spekboom plants at the Owl...
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‘Let Nature Dominate & Use Architecture to Frame ‘Let Nature Dominate & Use Architecture to Frame the Experience’

This resort-style guest venue, originally built as a winery in the mid-70s, is dedicated to wine and food. The estate’s facilities had deteriorated and become outdated. Opportunity met serendipity to become a deliberate union of context and intent, and to become a home for Flowers Vineyard & Winery’s hospitality house.

For a tour of this luscious interior and gardens in California visit the link in bio @habitatmagsa @walkerwarnerarchitects 

#vineyards #landscapedesign #outdoor furniture #homestyle #homeinspiration #modernhome #interiorlovers 
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#homereno #houseenvy #sustainablymade #renovation #personalsanctuary #stateoftheart #homedecor #realestate #furniture #sustainabledesign #naturelover #travellover #offgrid #hitech #landscapephotography #archilovers #homedesign #contemporaryart #wellnessretreats
This Ultra-Luxe Modern Home on the Coveted Portugu This Ultra-Luxe Modern Home on the Coveted Portuguese Riviera Achieves an Eclectic Elegance with Calibre

Quinta da Marinha is one of the most prestigious and exclusive areas of Lisbon and Cascais. Tucked away between the sea and the mountains of the Sintra‐Cascais Natural Park, this neighbourhood includes privileged landscape views and a special tranquillity and safety. 

Close to the most beautiful beaches of Cascais, a 5-minute bicycle ride from the town’s centre, 10 minutes from the exotic Guincho Beach and less than 30 minutes from Lisbon, the area is as idyllic as the home’s interior.

Read and see more about @cristinajorgedecarvalho Southern European Atlantic jewel via the link in bio @habitatmagsa

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Transform your Way of Living with an Efficient and Transform your Way of Living with an Efficient and Fully Automated Pellet Heating Solution

The benefits & features of a Calore Pellet Fireplace:

* Can be switched on at the touch of a button.
* Fully automated.
* Programmable. The user can program the fireplace to automatically switch on / off at specific set times.
* Room temperature is set similar to an air-conditioner.
* Pellets are fed automatically from the hopper.
* Very low ash content of 1% of burnt pellets.
* Easy to clean.
* Available in various styles and colours.
* Far superior efficiency ratings than the average wood-burning fireplace.
* Wi-Fi compatible for increased control via an App installed on your smartphone from anywhere.

🔥 ❄️ 🏠 📚 ✍🏽 🔥 Time for consolidation, warmth & luscious comfort at home. Find out everything you need about @calore_sa via the link in bio @habitatmagsa 

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Like a Barnacle Clinging to its Precarious Perch i Like a Barnacle Clinging to its Precarious Perch in Big Sky, Montana

The residence is organised by two massive 45-centimetre-thick, perpendicular, board-formed concrete walls which cleave the house and extend into the landscape to the north and south. The interior palette of materials is minimal and focused on natural materials and finishes. Montana landscape colours are brought into the interiors, with refined furniture, luxurious fabrics, and silk area rugs brought into their spaces.  Custom art glass lighting and feature windows creates the final sparkle.

To visit this impressive interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @stuartsilkarchitects @wkphotography @aaronleitz 

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Action Inspired Through Open & Creative Dialogue a Action Inspired Through Open & Creative Dialogue at a Labyrinth of 1950s-era Warehouses: Now a Foundation 

Creative communities are provided with a dynamic mix of in-person spaces for workshops, gathering, and collaboration.

To read about the inspiration and direction of this foundation visit the link in profile bio 

@habitatmagsa @skylabarchitecture @jeremybittermann 

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Cues from the Sea & Sky in this Fusion of Two Styl Cues from the Sea & Sky in this Fusion of Two Styles that Celebrates a Site’s Natural Gifts

The expansive vista of wildflower-laden bluffs meeting the churning Pacific where gray whales seasonally leap from the waves is the unique and dynamic setting of this home for a couple with a newfound desire to embrace more contemporary and minimalist ways of living.

To visit this stunning spot’s interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @walkerwarnerarchitects @matthewmillmanphoto 

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A 1960s Residence is Reimagined and Hovers Over a A 1960s Residence is Reimagined and Hovers Over a Nature Reserve in California’s Bay Area

Affectionately dubbed the ‘doughnut house’, it had an open area in the centre containing an internal courtyard – entering the home involved first walking through and underneath it, followed by a spiral ascent to the main level courtyard. ‘We’d never seen anything like it!’ the owners say. 

The original home, built in 1965, ‘was really interesting and very awkward at the same time,’ recalls architect Steven Stept. 

To visit this stunning spot’s interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @feldmanarchitecture @adamrousephoto 

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Dynamic Views & a Tactile Quality of Light Become Dynamic Views & a Tactile Quality of Light Become the Amplified Phenomena at this Latitude Above Miami’s South Beach

Ocean Drive is a 568-square-metre single floor condominium unit within a new residential tower overlooking the Atlantic in Miami Beach, Florida. The clients are based in Seattle and travel often, but have deep roots in the panhandle and had been looking to return home. To accommodate a family of six, this down to the slab renovation combined two smaller units to create a five–bedroom retreat on the beach.

To visit this stunning spot’s interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @mw_works @formaneta @dowbuilt 

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Discover Measured Twists and Elegant Surprises in Discover Measured Twists and Elegant Surprises in Simplicity at a Less Formal, Ultra Indulgent Culinary Experience in Rosebank

Grab inspired dishes and gourmet cocktails at The Shortmarket Club JHB where you’ll find a fine-dining small plate, Asian-influenced menu complemented by a variety of succulent prime cuts of the finest meat cooked to order and decadent seafood platters.

‘The philosophy behind my cooking is more about discovery. With food there is always something new to pursue. With an Asian twist, my aim is to make simple food taste complex and intricate.’ Says Chef Taryn Smith.

From the decor to the choice of water glasses, The Shortmarket Club JHB is a place for bespoke experiences. @theshortmarketclub
This Sensational Example of Tropical Minimalism in This Sensational Example of Tropical Minimalism in Hawaii Adopts Sliding Wood Screens, Carved Walls & More

Alongside a lava flow dating from 1801 on the leeward coast of Hawaii (Kohala), this residence’s modern interpretation of indigenous island architecture connects the clients to nature, the region and its culture.

The spaces between the pavilions are as important to the experience as the pavilions themselves. This exploration of void or emptiness, which the Japanese call ‘Ma’, sharpens focus on what the definition of space itself is, our relationship to it, and what remains. The result is an aesthetic the architects describe as tropical minimalism.

To visit the rest of this dream spot’s interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @matthewmillmanphoto @dereusarchitects 

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Attention all décor fundis or for those revamping Attention all décor fundis or for those revamping their home space: Fashion designer-turned-interior decorator, Lindie Ferreira, collaborated with Hyde Park Corner to bring an imaginary dream home to life within the various courts around the shopping centre! Open House’s series of classic and contemporary curated installations will be exhibited until Sunday, 3 October.

Lindie’s expertise sources an eclectic mix of contemporary and classic décor for the ‘rooms’ from Hyde Park Corner’s boutique home lifestyle and décor stores to create a ‘home’. Shoppers can look forward to seeing their favourite pieces from:
* Always Welcome
* Botanicus
* Bont Huijs
* Carrol Boyes
* Cherie de Villiers Gallery
* Christopher Greig Gallery
* Le Creuset
* Spilhaus
* The Home Store
* Vendange
* Victorian Bathrooms
* The Wish Collection

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In the Business to Sell Lifestyles, Not Just Homes In the Business to Sell Lifestyles, Not Just Homes: Films Location Company Launches Property Investment Division & Equates ‘Normal’ with ‘Luxury’

The affluent real estate market in SA is vigorously competitive with agencies competing for sole mandates across the country. Amazing Spaces Lifestyle Investments won’t be listing just any home, they guarantee a wow factor that sets them apart. Their exclusive portfolio ranges from rare designer penthouses and celebrity homes to large private estates with unrivalled access to nature, decked out with the finest interior finishes.

To know more and see more click the link in bio @habitatmagsa @amazingspaces_investments 

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#balance #luxurylifestyle
Celebrate The Cultural Wealth of Our Nation at a H Celebrate The Cultural Wealth of Our Nation at a Heritage Wine & Food Tasting Event in True SA Hospitality Style at Spier

Heritage Day on Friday September 24th celebrates South Africa’s rich, vibrant roots and diverse cultures. In its honour, Spier as one of the oldest wine farms in the country, will hold a limited-edition Wine & Food Tasting Experience. The tasting platter was inspired by traditional SA culinary dishes that bring comfort and delight. The delicious nibbles are served alongside four award-winning wines from the 21 Gables Range 

Visit the link in bio to see more hedonistic and patriotic details and to book your place. @habitatmagsa @spierwinefarm 

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Step Inside GSQUARED‘s Unique Response to a Euro Step Inside GSQUARED‘s Unique Response to a European Family’s Dream of a Summer Holiday Retreat in Camps Bay

Unobstructed views of Camps Bay and the Atlantic Ocean and fluent open-plan living blur the transition from the exterior to interior and vice versa. Sophisticated engineering solutions allow this house to nestle into the mountain, facilitating strikingly beautiful exposed earth walls internally that reinforce the connection to the landscape with aesthetic and restorative benefits. 

To visit this stunning spot’s interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @gsquared_architects 

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A Shameless Shot of Automotive Aphrodisia, Anyone? A Shameless Shot of Automotive Aphrodisia, Anyone? This Aerodynamic Powerhouse Is a Trip of Note

Originally launched in 2019, Jaguar’s performance flagship, the F-PACE SVR, is an almighty hammer of an SUV. And now in its new 2021 form, a range of boosted features carries its competence to another superlative level. We take a look at the supercharged monster inside and out, as well as under the skin.

Read and see more about this instinctive connoisseur’s beauty, prowess and stamina via the link in bio. @habitatmagsa

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Let Your Imagination Be Led by a Profound and Priv Let Your Imagination Be Led by a Profound and Private Connection, Serenity and Flow

 
Gazing upon the Teton Mountain Range for the first time is an unforgettable experience that’s awe-inspiring in its magnitude and drama. This Wyomingite project, Five Shadows, is located on a prime site at the range’s base in the fringes of a meadow near an aspen and conifer forest that cascades down from the summit of Rendezvous Peak.

To visit this stunning spot’s interior see the link in bio @habitatmagsa @clbarchitects @matthewmillmanphoto 

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Holistic & Botanical: Stellenbosch Design Project Holistic & Botanical: Stellenbosch Design Project Recognised in the Company of Other Luxury Winners Such As Chanel, Dom Perignon & Ferrari

Stellenbosch and Cape Town-based design group Rumour Has It was recently awarded Winner in the category of Best Luxury Commercial Interior Design in South Africa — from the International Luxury Lifestyle Awards — for their 360 integrated design work at Ernie Els Wines, situated in the beautiful and historic Stellenbosch Winelands.

Step inside and around this sumptuous space and design feat via the link in bio @habitatmagsa 

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No Turning Back: A Lockdown Project by Bomax in Ba No Turning Back: A Lockdown Project by Bomax in Bamboo Lane

It was March 2020 when architect owner Dion Walters found the courage to move the family out their Hout Bay cottage and demolish it in prep for a rebuild to create all the space and detail the four of them needed. FYI: They did not expect a lockdown.

“After just dropping in the new precast concrete floor slab with a crane, we heard the first lockdown news. There was no turning back.” 

They hustled for progress and got the project envelope to a beautiful liveable result and continued into the slick interior. Key motivators: softer palette, Danish design, ocean inspired.  To step inside this special home visit the link in bio. @habitatmagsa 

@bomax_architects 

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Bring More Beauty and Verve to your Music Life Thr Bring More Beauty and Verve to your Music Life Through This Infinite Circle of Sound and Craftsmanship

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Bang & Olufsen has created a series of beautiful wool-blend covers for the BEOPLAY A9’s 4th Generation sound system. These deliver acoustic transparency and superior aesthetics. Designer Øivind Slaatto was inspired by the simplicity of the circular shape and its relationship with how sound travels in circles as waves. 

Practical and luxurious options include the availability of connecting more multi-room enabled speakers to experience seamless sound throughout a home in a variety of customisable designs.

To CELEBRATE with Bang & Olufsen in South Africa this Women’s Month: August, buy the contemporary icon Beoplay A9 and receive a FREE Beosound A1 2nd Gen.

Visit the link in bio for more about this stunning sound system that’s shot in distinguished interior settings @habitatmagsa @bangolufsensa 

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Etched into a Cliff with Jaw-Dropping Views and De Etched into a Cliff with Jaw-Dropping Views and Design Cues from River Curves, a Textural Landscape and Luxury Yachts

Overlooking the Swan River, Infinity Views is nestled into the cliffside above Perth’s sought-after Blackwall Reach. The structure and composition of this residence is extremely efficient by necessity. It backs onto a sheer cut in the limestone cliff and splits across three tiered levels to maximise vertical space.

Visit this stunning home via the link in bio. 
@superseed_architecture 📸@jack.lovel 🖼 @mardiwest 

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