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The biggest workplace design trends shaping Western Cape offices

In recent years, the focus on employee experience in the workplace has surged. By 2022, recognition of its significance peaked. In 2023, leading companies are transforming the role of experience into real action – and creating workspaces that employees enjoy says Tango Matoti, Head of Workplace Strategy and Design at Tétris Design and Build South Africa.  “How businesses arrange and organise themselves for people is also a question of how they become more resilient, more innovative – and build an agile future.”  Backed by research from JLL in its Worker Preference Barometer June 2022 and Future of Work Survey, Tétris shares six key workplace trends making an impact in the Western Cape. 1. Hospitality enters the workplace Workplace experience has become the ultimate competitive edge f...
Real Estate

Fix Credit: The Importance of Credit Repair for Homebuyers – Information Brought to You by 3d Chess Media

In today's competitive housing market, potential homebuyers are constantly seeking ways to get an edge. One such pathway, often overlooked but profoundly impactful, is the effort to fix credit. This process not only bolsters an individual's financial health but can significantly affect the terms and rates at which they can secure a mortgage. The Mechanics of Credit Repair Understanding how to fix credit starts with recognizing negative factors affecting one's credit score. From outstanding debts, late payments, to even errors in credit reports, various elements can drag down a score. Addressing these actively can lead to improvements in a relatively short span. Recognize factors dragging your score Actively address outstanding debts and discrepancies A credit repair journey ...
Unleashing Opulence: ADDESIGNER’s Mastery of Luxury Office Interior Design
Art, Real Estate

Unleashing Opulence: ADDESIGNER’s Mastery of Luxury Office Interior Design

Luxury Lifestyle Awards, the prestigious global organization recognizing outstanding achievements in the luxury segment, has honored ADDESIGNER in the highly esteemed category of Best Luxury Office Interior Design, 2023 for their exceptional work on The Financial Academy project. With over 18 years of experience in the industry, ADDESIGNER has consistently set new standards of excellence, transforming office spaces into havens of luxury, functionality, and unparalleled design. Embodying the Vision: Transforming Ambitions into Reality The vision of ADDESIGNER is rooted in the evolution of architecture and design, which serves as an endless source of inspiration for its team of talented professionals. The company’s commitment to fulfilling client ambitions, design appeal, and financial exp...
Real Estate, South Africa News

When is it too soon to sell a residential property you bought?

By: Brendan Michie, Director at Hammond Pole Attorneys Whether or not South Africa will experience a buyer’s or seller's market for property in 2024 is challenging to predict, but several factors point towards a potential buyer’s market for some time to come. The economy is expected to remain weak, which will reduce the number of prospective homebuyers due to affordability constraints. High interest rates will lead to higher borrowing costs, indicating a market where buyers may have more bargaining power to potentially lower prices.  On the other hand, a shortage of affordable housing in certain areas could push property prices higher, potentially supporting a seller’s market. Either way, it is important for potential sellers to monitor evolving market conditions and educate themselves a...
Luxury Lifestyle Awards Recognizes Clifton Homes as Winner in Two Prestigious Categories
Ghana News, Real Estate

Luxury Lifestyle Awards Recognizes Clifton Homes as Winner in Two Prestigious Categories

Clifton Homes Limited, Ghana's fastest-growing residential developer since 2010 is thrilled to announce its remarkable achievement as a winner of two distinguished categories at the esteemed Luxury Lifestyle Awards. The company has been awarded the titles of Best Luxury Real Estate Developer in Ghana and Best Luxury Residential Development for their exceptional project, The Lennox. As a leading force in Ghana's real estate market, Clifton Homes has consistently delivered stylish, high-specification homes in prime locations. Their commitment to providing unparalleled quality, combined with competitive pricing, has made them one of the most trusted developers in the country. "We are incredibly honored to receive these awards from Luxury Lifestyle Awards," said Ann  Brewin, CEO of Clifton H...
Real Estate, South Africa News

SA’s property sector bets on proptech to weather economic headwinds

There’s no doubt that the South African property sector, like most industries, is currently facing some challenges. One major bank saw credit impairments rise 57% in the first half of 2023 - a result of the impact of higher interest rates, higher levels of inflation and record levels of load shedding. Another bank said its total net credit impairment charges on gross loans and advances grew by 80% to R6.4 billion over the financial year ending February 2023. But Group CEO of fintech company e4, Grant Phillips, says it shouldn’t be a long-term concern. “The market is currently depressed due to higher interest rates and the increased cost of living, but the property sector is cyclical, as we’ve learned in over 20 years in business as a proptech expert. We expect the market to be a bit slowe...
Events, Real Estate, South Africa News, Tech

Dynamic conversations propel the future of work and real estate at Envision forum in Cape Town

The Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa at the V&A Waterfront was the centre point for discussions around the intersection of work, real estate, and technology on 30 August as JLL, the international real estate advisory company and leading design and build company, Tétris Design x Build hosted the landmark Envision, High Performance Real Estate and Workplaces forum. The event highlighted the evolving landscape of workplace strategy, corporate real estate technology, and the future of cities in a post-pandemic world. The choice of Cape Town for the forum was a nod to an example of what a city can achieve through of resilience and innovation. “The complex issue of how to go about using technological advances, data and research about how people function at their best, and how busines...
Business, Real Estate

Get Smarter about Connecting Buyers & Sellers in Online Marketplaces

Key Insights from GOM Conference 2023 By Gil Sperling, Co-Founder & Co-CEO, Flow Connecting buyers and sellers in more effective, efficient and content-rich ways is a key focus in the online space at the moment, no matter the industry. Making use of rich data, retargeting audiences and working smarter to deliver a better user experience are the keys to success, across verticals. As a tech platform that's already connecting buyers and sellers on social media, Flow is creating seamless solutions for this transformation. We recently visited the Global Online Marketplaces Conference 2023 in Miami to talk about off-site social ads for portals, why they need it and how it unlocks more revenue for them. The Global Online Marketplace Summit (GOM) brings together C-Level leaders from online ...
Real Estate

Could you sell your next home on TikTok?

While tech continues to revolutionise the property industry and change the way people find their homes – now via social media – the industry also needs to follow social media trends to capitalise on the global shot in the arm that proptech has given it. More and more property practitioners are turning to short-form video content - the current trend leader in the social media space, according to GWI’s flagship report on the latest trends in social media – as a marketing tool to meet potential customers on the social media platforms where they spend hours every day. Good, Better, Video GWI’s report shows that short videos are quick to create and tend toward the less polished, more spontaneous content people are after. Consumers on channels like TikTok, Instagram Reels, YouTube Shorts and ...
West Property set to contribute massively to premium luxury housing in Zimbabwe
Real Estate, Zimbabwe News

West Property set to contribute massively to premium luxury housing in Zimbabwe

West Property Zimbabwe is a leading property developer making waves in the Zimbabwean real estate industry.  The company is well-known for providing premium luxury housing at an affordable price, contributing massively to the country's standards of real estate.  The company has undertaken several projects that showcase their commitment to providing high-end luxury to their clients. One of these projects is the Pokugara Residential Estate and Townhouses, located in Borrowdale, Harare. This exclusive complex is a secure gated community with each sectional titled home comprising of 3 bedrooms, a front porch, and an open plan double volume lounge leading to a covered patio, dining area, kitchen, common bathroom, and staff accommodation.  It also boasts a communal recreational and entertai...