Allsorted is proud to be a stocking its products at yet another awesome local business! Maison De Fleur is a new florist and interior store in Potchefstroom. We take a look at the blossoming shop and Andre Jacobs- the artist behind it all. Maison De Fleur opened its new store in Potchefstroom earlier this year and has since gained many positive reviews from clients. The store [...]
09
May
May
In May 2015, Baywest Mall, the largest shopping centre to exist in the Eastern Cape, was opened. The 90 000 square metre mall was cleverly designed with both customer convenience and environmental responsibility in mind. Allsorted was lucky enough to provide some of the elements that make up this fantastic mall. We take a closer look at this innovative project. [...]
09
May
May
A while back we shared with you some of the most exclusive and expensive homes in the world. Known for their size, cost and over-the-top features and facilities, these homes had it all but its not just mansions that turn heads. Take a look at some of the world’s quirkiest and most interesting home designs. If you’re one for privacy [...]
11
Mar
Mar
With the end of January quickly approaching, most of us are back into the swing of the new year. Some of us, however, may not quite be there yet. Last year almost everyone made some form of list of their new year’s resolutions for 2016. “To lose weight”, “To travel more”, “To spend less time on electronic devices” were a few [...]
05
Mar
Mar
We are always fascinated by architecture and just what can be created by the genius minds of architects around the world. The Al Bahr Towers, engineered by ARUP and designed by Aedas Architects, is no exception. This amazing design has won numerous awards, including the CTBUH Innovation Award and was a finalist in the Best Tall Building Middle East and Africa. The towers are [...]
05
Mar
Mar
We are all for a beautifully designed room. While there are many elements that make up an interior, we can see why wall coverings should be given more attention when it comes to designing and decorating a room. A wall covering, be it painted, papered or crafted using any other creative technique, can do a lot for an interior. It is [...]
05
Mar
Mar
With the world’s current energy and water crisis, it would make sense to adapt our lifestyles to be conducive towards saving these resources. This is not the case, however, and something needs to be done. South African water supplies are being contaminated and wasted left right and centre. The mining industry is responsible for acid mine drainage which has been known [...]
05
Mar
Mar
According to Google, the word Gabion is defined as “a cylindrical basked or container filled with earth, stones or other material and [is] used in civil engineering works or (formerly) fortifications.” The word is derived from the Italian word Gabbia or Gabbione which means ‘big cage’. The use of Gabions goes as far back as ancient Egypt where they used the structures to reinforce and protect the banks of the [...]
05
Mar
Mar
Although the busy lifestyles of most of us today can leave little time for hobbies, a firm favourite would still be gardening. We take a look at why you should be making time for a little time in your garden and the different ways you can do so. There are many benefits one can reap from gardening. Stress relief is a well-known [...]