Tessa Graaff, Director of Montebello Design Centre, focuses on why UCT Summer School participants should visit the centre, which is featured on the UCT Summer School Curated Heritage Route – Curated by Nadja Daehnke, Director of the Irma Stern Museum and herself.
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Tessa explains that because of Montebello Design Centre’s association with the university, the centre is included in the Programme of the UCT Summer School and is on the UCT Summer School Curated Heritage Route .This year there are two specific themes that relate to the centre, which are the circular design of the ecosystem and that of trees.
The centre is besotted with its canopy of trees and have created a Tree Walk. The map is available at the Montebello Shop and takes you on a circular route. Tessa Graaff draws our attention to the 2 enormous Camphor trees that date back to around 1750, predating the Gardeners Cottage, which is a Victorian building. These trees were planted for their tree properties – serving as an insect repellant and the bark used for medicinal purposes. The map leads you to each group of trees on the walk, each with a plaque providing information about that species.
Design of the circular ecosystem is reflected in the exhibition titled African Illuminations at Studio 23. Waste managed results in the creation of stunning chandeliers, which are on show. The Honey Project specialises in artisanal honeys. All are eco-based and focus on the important contribution of bees in our environment.
Canopy of Camphor Trees
Montebello Design Centre is open every day to the public to enjoy this magical and tranquil space. ENJOY!
WHAT: Tessa Graaff – Montebello Design Centre on the Arts Round Up
WHERE: Montebello Design Centre, 31 Newlands Ave, Newlands, Cape Town 7600
W6856445HEN: open daily to the public
INFO: T 021Â | E management@montebello.co.za | VISIT | See Cape Town Green Map | See also UCT Summer School Curated Heritage Route
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