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Balu…and Be a Princess for Ever PDF Print E-mail
Written by Taryn Kern   
Cape Town, South Africa based Balu was born as a cottage industry in the early 90’s. The designer and creator, Barbara Louise (Balu) Nivison, for whom the company is named, started off painting sarongs.  These were sold on the beach and she then also started creating children’s wear for her friends. Eventually she had a small group of workers in her home, drying her artworks on the lawn.
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Rooms with a Spectacular View PDF Print E-mail
Written by Nikky Nag   
Welcome to the Gratzek family home. Picture a splendid three-storey antique white brick home, set on a hilly terrain, surrounded by a forested area and backing onto a lake. This is the residence of Elizabeth and Tom Gratzek, their two sons and playful pet dog, Biscuit.

 

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Creative Expression with Bug Zoo! PDF Print E-mail
Written by Taryn Kern   

By Taryn Kern

From infant to age 8, each season’s collection is coordinated to mix and match and is manufactured from the highest quality South African cotton blends.

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Timeless Classic Design with Enduring Quality PDF Print E-mail
Written by Dina Teka-Efstathiou   

The Hussami family moved into their magnificent home last year. “After a long search for a house that combines functionality and elegance, a classic design with modern twist in the layout fulfilled our expectations,” said Rani Hussami.

 

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Children's Fashion Fresh and Exciting PDF Print E-mail
Written by Taryn Kern   
Bug Zoo is an exclusive line of Children’s clothing developed and manufactured in South Africa and is now taking off in the Children’s Boutique market in the US. It is turning a lot of heads and creating a stir amongst those Boutique owners looking for something fun, fresh and exciting.
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