SUPER PADS FOR SUPERSTARS

From palatial properties boasting grand staircases and walk-in closets to glamorous apartments nestled in bustling cities, South African celebrities are living it up in opulent homes. Opening the doors to the homes of famous rappers, reality TV stars and more, here’s a peek of everything from the architecture to the decor, of five celeb homes we absolutely love CASSPER NYOVEST

In 2017, Cassper Nyovest spent R10million on his home, which was a momentous occasion for his family, especially his mother, whom he made very proud.

He told TshisaLIVE in an interview: “We got a new spot. It has so many rooms. I have place for everyone. I still haven’t digested it [having a new place]. We also have a new studio at the new place and an entertainment area.

“I’ve been wanting to build it for some time and I finally have it now. A lot of good music is going to be coming from it.”

MAPS MAPONYANE

Sleek decor and sumptuous textures are tied together with a cool colour palette at Maps Maponyane’s stunning Johannesburg pad, a clear indication of his eye for style.

The television presenter, influencer and brand ambassador found his decor and design fit with Studio 19, a local design firm. He dubbed the renovation his “passion project”.

The apartment was transformed from ordinary to extraordinary once walls were knocked down and floors stripped, to make way for a personalised open-plan area – neutral yet masculine, with navy blue, forest green, charcoal and gold making accent appearances.

Custom-built kitchen cabinets, black-out blinds and a plush hotelstandard bed are some of the more personal touches in the home, made to suit Maponyane’s busy lifestyle.

There’s a sense of sophistication about the space, as it encapsulates the design ethos of Studio 19 with the use of honest design and authentic materials that will never date.

Completing the picture is artwork created by the most talented and inspiring South African artists, ranging from Banele Khoza to Lebohang Motaung and Chris Valentine.

Shelves and walls are adorned with a range of local pieces, bringing the place to life and showcasing Mopanyane’s flair for trendspotting.

DJ ZINHLE

Popular house DJ Zinhle Jiyane, better known as Dj Zinhle took to Twitter in May to announce that the offer she made on a house was approved and how thrilled she was to start doing up her new home with furniture from her brand, Jiyane Atelier.

While we wait on updates for her newest property buy, the secondtime homeowner is still receiving praise for the interior design of her first home, which she said took two years to build.

From second-hand pieces refurbished to blend with their lavish surroundings, to more modern and sleek decor items, the home is ornate with metallic gold and silver details, chandeliers dripping crystals, faux fur throws and velvet lounge suites.

Although much of the house sticks to a monochromatic colour scheme, the master bedroom has lively bursts of floral hues

Rosebud wallpaper blooms across the wall of the adjoining walk-in closet, highlighting the details of the intricate silver-framed mirror and vanity table, while also offering a soft and feminine touch.

BONANG MATHEBA

Award-winning fashion icon, reality television star, media personality and a leader within the entrepreneurial sector – Bonang Matheba is the epitome of chic.

In search of a new look, Matheba traded in her former home for something designed to help her escape the public eye, tune out the buzz of the media and just be herself.

As a lover of art and the finer things in life, she channelled that into her vision for her new abode while employing the expertise of leaders in the construction industry. She entrusted interior designer

Jessica Hofmeyr to style every room and left the architecture to Joanne Reynolds to bring the palatial country estate to life.

Described by House & Garden as the perfect balance between industrial and modern, the rooms of Matheba’s home feature the naturalness of timber juxtaposed with the contemporary appeal of concrete walls and staircase. The unrefined elements bring warmth into the home.

Open and airy, with patio doors that open out on to the pool deck, the house makes use of uncomplicated decor and a natural/ beige colour palette that perfectly complements natural light as it floods into every room.

The house also features a garden, a swimming pool, a black and whitethemed patio and entertainment area.

ZOZIBINI TUNZI

Zozibini Tunzi lives in a stunning R5million apartment in Central

Square Sandton, as part of her prize for winning the Miss South Africa crown in August.

Known for being a building that offers residents luxury, privacy, security and convenience, the property’s website boasts about living, dining, shopping and lifestyle coming together, all in the middle of Africa’s most exciting city.

In an interview with Drum on August 9, Sergio Aquino, chief executive of Lushaka Investments and developer of the apartment complex, said: “There’s a lot of light in this magical, spacious unit and it was appealing because it offers good photographic opportunities with the view. It’s also great that she’ll be living in the middle of the financial capital of Africa.”

The bedroom is the heart of the apartment as it has a lot of character.

The wooden floors show the natural grain of the wood and a dusty rose pink and grey colour theme adorn the bed. It’s full of sophistication and class, with a hint of playfulness – especially evident in the fluffy and decorative scatter cushions.