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There’s a Brand New
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f you’ve been feeling the chill lately check out the accommodation options at the new N1 shoppers and provides a good shopping experience
take time to curl up in a warm and Hotel on Samora Machel. It’s their second hotel in in a pleasant, green environment.
comfortable place and enjoy a leisurely Harare in addition to one in Bulawayo and another
look through our new issue. in Victoria Falls. Their unique concept of clean, The old Kentucky Hotel in Hatfield has undergone
affordable, no frills accommodation is obviously extensive renovations and refurbishments to
There are so many interesting and exciting working well! become the smart new headquarters for ZCC
developments taking place in and around the City including a renovated conference centre, a television
and we’re pleased to showcase a few of them for you On the home, office and interiors front we’ve studio and more comfortable accommodation
in our latest offering. covered Modern Furnishers who have a new options for delegates and for the general public.
showroom in Avondale. They’ve been in business The renovations have brought new life to an older,
Our cover features the new Revo Service Station for over 60 years supplying home and office décor somewhat neglected building. It’s good to see older
in Eastlea – their second one in Harare – with a so you probably have some of their furniture in your structures getting a new lease on life.
third scheduled to open in Chegutu later this year. home. Siyadah Bathroom Solutions offers up-market,
It’s a one-stop shop for fuel, vehicle spares and stylish bathroom accessories and fittings from a We’ve also featured Kennan Properties’ new home
accessories, delicious food from Antonios as well as simple design scheme to a luxury spa bathroom. in Borrowdale. It’s an office and training centre built
a hardware shop and a pharmacy. to their specifications with some serious green
The new complex at 101 Churchill Avenue offers credentials. And it’s elegant and functional too.
Talking about delicious food check out Lugar some shopping options from Pretty Stylish Homes,
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The Race to 2030…

The United Nations in September 2015 through the use of low flow flush systems (SDG
12). As a rule of thumb, if you have not changed
launched 17 Sustainable Development Goals. your toilet system in the last 5 years, you might
want to visit your local hardware store to
You have probably come across the terms replace your current systems. The newer flush
systems will be smaller and that can give the
sustainable and green in various contexts. Well, same effective flush that is provided by a larger
storage water tank.
in this review here is how you can make your
Water leak prevention system (SDG 12) has
home “the future” by 2030. In simpler terms a sensor in front of the cistern and by the
toilet seat that allows water flow into the
producing enough for yourself today without water tank only when the user is present. As
soon as you leave the sensor locks the tap
compromising for future generations in a and stops flow into the tank. No water flow
equates to no leaks.
responsible and climate friendly environment.
Pipe leak detection system (SDG 12), has a
To assist you, we have stated and explained how The energy through an inverter are stored sensor that communicates to a remote mobile
device. The built in application will alert as a
you can attain these 5 goals for your household. into batteries that can be dually charged by notification on an assigned mobile device if
there is a leak down the pipe and if it needs
solar energy and electricity which can be to be attended to. These are the mechanisms
that are part of smart property technology.
Consuming more for less. used to power lights, appliances and all other

Smart technology has grown in the market purposes within the bounds of the solar

with the use of Motion Sensors. They detect capacity installed. Wall insulations. They trap

movement and trigger the lights on, in the case the escaping heat allowing the inside space

of no movement they switch off in the event to stay warm. This an effective way to support

that you forget to turn off the switch manually SDG 12, which states responsible consumption.

or you are no longer in the room. In direct

translation this targets SDG

12- Responsible Consumption

& Production. In other words,

having the ability to consume

responsibly.

Green energy, that which comes from natural Every drop counts. Sustainable Development Goals are a holistic
sources such has the sun; has become the new Water is a scarce natural resource and as approach that includes companies and
trend stating various techniques including the we see in Zimbabwe, residential suburbs households employing to the tee the above-
use of Skylights which allows sunlight to come have been struggling with water tables mentioned technology and equipment within
through the top of buildings, reducing use of running low. As a result, there has been an the Zimbabwean residential and commercial
lighting during the day. increase in homeowners drilling for borehole industry. Diligent efforts will result in the real
water in search for constant water supply. estate industry leap frogging into the UN 2030
Come night time, all the sun you have bathed Borehole drilling companies have come up vision effectively attaining SDG 9 and 11. They
in by the pool side is converted into solar with equipment and technology to effectively state Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
energy (SDG 7). The sun’s rays are absorbed site and drill boreholes. Many of which are and Sustainable Cities and Communities
by solar panels. powered fully by solar power making them respectively. In essence SDG 9 and 11 are
energy efficient. Doing your market research the combined results after successfully
on Companies that use new energy conscious implementing prior stated facets namely Clean
technologies in siting and drilling contributes Water and Sanitation, Affordable and Clean
to achieving SDG 6 (clean water and Energy, lastly Responsible Consumption and
sanitation) and SDG 7 affordable and clean Production.
energy)

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was incorporated to meet the growing needs of the Petroleum industry as a result of the increasing
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There’s a brand
new Revo Service
Station in Eastlea

text by Michael Nott
photos by Structure and Design

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If you’ve driven down Samora
Machel Avenue in Eastlea lately you
will no doubt have seen the brand
new Revo Service Station on the
corner of Glenara Avenue. It’s hard
to miss with the huge digital board
outside, supplied by Crystal Sign,
who also supplied the illuminated 3D
forecourt canopy signage and the
pump decals and the teardrop flags
outside. The lights on the forecourt
were supplied by local company,
Muruwe, who specialise in energy
saving LED lighting solutions as well
as other eco-friendly products.

The distinctive pink and blue spiral
logo is hard to miss! Sophie and
Greg Sergeant are the Managing
Directors and Sophie provided the
concept for the swirly icon.

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The Samora Machel branch, which officially opened on the 18th of
May this year, is Revo’s second service station. The first one opened in
Tynwald in July 2021 and there’s a third branch scheduled to open in
Chegutu later this year.
The forecourt occupies the front part of the property which was
originally an old residential home. There’s ample space for four vehicles
to be served at the pumps at the same time. The pumps are the
most up-to-date EHAD Classic Range of fuel dispensers. Each pump
has hoses for three different products - diesel, petrol and unleaded.
They’re directly connected to a computer terminal in the office which
registers the sales and the amount of fuel left in the underground tanks,
so there’s no need for daily dips to calculate what’s in the tanks. The
underground tanks were installed by Toobs Engineering.
There’s a new slip road, built by JTL Equipment, so access to the service
station from Glenara Avenue is now much easier. It’s a really convenient
location for residents from Eastlea and the surrounding suburbs. It’s also
convenient for drivers travelling from town along Samora Machel and on
to the Mutare Road. And the Glenara Ave route is on the way to and from
the suburbs, to the Airport Road or the industrial sites.

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Revo’s well-trained forecourt staff are friendly, efficient and helpful and there are a number of quick
and easy payment options for your fuel so you’ll never have to wait in line to be served. They’re
more than happy to check your oil and water and wash your windscreen while you’re filling up.

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The original house on the property has been converted to offices for Also right next to forecourt is Antonios Mediterranean Deli and Takeaway.
Revo as well as other shops and services. The refurbishments for the Antonios already has 5 branches across the city at Sam Levy’s, Lewisam,
complex were designed by Mark Sanderson from Draftworx, a local Avondale, Mount Pleasant and Workington. They’re open till 9.00pm for
architectural drafting and design studio. There’s Health Mode Pharmacy hungry customers on the move or for take home meals.
and MyPart Spares and Hardware will be opening soon.

Behind the main building is a newly built
warehouse for Fitment Centre for all your
automotive spares and accessories. Their services
include tyre sales, alignment, suspension, oil
change and brake repairs.

The whole complex is a convenient one stop shop
for motorists from fuel to spares to takeaways
and pharmaceuticals. PMB Walling have put up
a neat and secure boundary wall and Pleasure in
Palms has landscaped the site so it’s a pleasant
place to fill up, get your vehicle repaired or grab
a bite to eat. And there are restrooms too so you
can freshen up on your journey.

Make sure you drop in when you’re next in the
area. Revo and Antonios are open 7 days a week
till late for your convenience.

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The N1 Hotel Group
opens their second
Harare branch

text by Michael Nott
photos by N1 Group, additional photos by Structure and Design

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THE N1 HOTEL GROUP NOW HAS FOUR PROPERTIES IN ZIMBABWE. THE FIRST HOTEL OPENED IN
BULAWAYO IN 2004 AT 114 JOSHUA NKOMO STREET. THE SECOND HOTEL OPENED IN VICTORIA
FALLS IN 2008 AND IN 2013 THEY OPENED THEIR THIRD HOTEL ALONG SAMORA MACHEL AVENUE
IN HARARE NEAR THE INTERSECTION WITH FOURTH STREET. IN MAY THIS YEAR THEY OPENED THE
NEWEST ADDITION TO THEIR GROUP – THE N1 HOTEL ROTTEN ROW.

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All four hotels are conveniently situated close to the respective town or city centres and along the main access
roads. They all offer no frills, comfortable, clean and affordable accommodation for discerning travellers on a
budget. The Bulawayo and Samora Machel hotels offer in-house breakfasts. The Victoria Falls hotel has a small
restaurant for breakfast, an outdoor pool and comfortable camping facilities. The Rotten Row hotel has teamed
up with Simbisa Brands so there are two options for meals on site – Haefelis, a great coffee shop for breakfast,
pastries and light meals and Chicken Inn for more substantial meals and takeaways. Since all their branches are
close to the city centres there are a variety of other restaurant choices available close by.
The Rotten Row hotel opened on the 13th of May this year after 16
months of extensive renovations and refurbishment. The N1 Hotel Group
has their own team of in-house tradesmen tasked with the construction
and maintenance of their group of hotels (which incidentally also
includes the luxurious and upmarket Nesbitt Castle in Bulawayo.) They
also have sub-contractors whom they work with regularly for specialist
services including Synergy Electrical, Betta Electrical, Generator
Services, Sanford Signs and Scentpro for their networking.

In its previous life the Rotten Row hotel was a block of flats which had become quite
dilapidated and run down, so it’s interesting to see the old structure brought back to
life and revitalised. It’s in a prime location close to a number of amenities so it was an
obvious choice for N1 to upgrade the existing building. Having been originally designed
as individual studio apartments it was ideally suited to be converted and repurposed to
become hotel suites without major structural changes. Travellers at the Rotten Row and
Samora Machel intersection will also notice a vast upgrade to the sidewalk gardens on
both sides of Samora Machel, courtesy of The N1 Hotel Group.

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Most of the plumbing and electrical work had to be completely gutted single or double beds dressed with crisp white linens and comfortable
and modernised to bring it up to code and make it more up-to-date and pillows. Every room has a large flat screen TV with DStv connection and a
comfortable. desk for working at. There’s also high speed Wi-Fi in each room for guests’
convenience, making it ideal for business travellers. The rooms have new,
The original tiny kitchen space is now a stylish entrance lobby with a larger windows with a view across the street, making them feel bright
luggage rack and a simple space for storing and hanging clothes, a tea and light – and the windows are specially glazed so they’re completely
or coffee station and a wall safe. soundproof. Despite the traffic outside, the rooms are quiet and restful.
Heavy drapes help to block out the outside world day or night so guests
The lobby opens to a generous bedroom area with rooms featuring either can relax and enjoy some peace and quiet whenever required.

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New wood grain ceramic floor tiles have The reception area in the lobby is very smart with a granite and timber desk, marble floor tiles
been fitted throughout so the rooms and a small seating area. The reception can be accessed from the street entrance or from the
feel fresh and welcoming. Most rooms parking space behind the hotel. The parking space has a small water feature to greet guests and
have a central overhead ceiling fan while is safe and secure with entrance gates on Samora Machel and on Rotten Row for easy access.
the ‘Superior’ rooms also have air-
conditioning.

Each room has its own fully tiled, spotlessly
clean en suite bathroom with a large shower,
a basin and a toilet.

There are 32 rooms in total – 8 rooms per
floor spread over 4 floors. There are 8 twin
rooms, 20 double rooms and 4 ‘Superior’
rooms – although all have been designed to
the same high standard. There’s a staircase
as well as a newly installed elevator from
the lobby to each floor. The elevator was
installed by Schindwe with the latest
metallic finishes inside and black granite
cladding at the lobby level resulting in a
glamorous feel.

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The N1 Hotel Rotten Row is ideally suited for businessmen
and travelling sales reps, or tourists on their way to other
destinations within Zimbabwe. As an added facility for
businessmen there’s an in-house conference room which
seats 10 and is equipped with modern electronic equipment
for presentations. There’s even a small outdoor terrace next
to the conference room for tea breaks.
Bookings can be made online at www.n1hotel.co.zw

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Seamless Rainwater Man gement Solutions

Tanium Gutters, a company and paint of the establishment.
specialising in rainwater
management solutions, keeps The company is also involved in the
on climbing the ladder to becoming the Beitbridge Border Post expansion,
go to and most sought after service upgrade and modernization project
provider of Seamless Gutter installations showing that its portfolio is not to be
in Zimbabwe. trifled with.

The Tanium team has managed to add We also looked at Tanium Gutters`
their magic to the new N1 establishment mission statement and it looks like they
along Rotten Row in Harare and the are well on their way, “To be recognized as the
outcome is nothing short of amazing.
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The work done by Tanium gutters at this for our commitment to uncompromising quality
Hotel shows that gutters do not have to and world class service while building sound
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Lugar de Pollo: The House of Chicken

THE INTERIOR DESIGN OFFERS THE ULTIMATE
PORTUGUESE EXPERIENCE FOR GUESTS

text by Farai Chaka | photos by Structure and Design

LUGAR DE POLLO OPENED
ITS DOORS IN 2020 AT
CHISIPITE FOOD COURT.
THEY HAVE BEEN OPERATING
FOR ALMOST TWO YEARS
AND HAVE GAINED
SUBSTANTIAL PATRONAGE
BECAUSE OF THEIR ORGANIC
PORTUGUESE FLAVOURED
FLAME GRILLED CHICKEN.
PATRONS LOVE THEIR
CHICKEN AND BUSINESS
HAS BEEN GOOD AS
EVIDENCED BY THE OPENING
OF ANOTHER LUGAR DE
POLLO RESTAURANT AT
BORROWDALE VILLAGE
WALK A YEAR LATER IN
NOVEMBER 2021.

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Lugar de Pollo is Portuguese for The House of Chicken. The founder of Lugar de Pollo, Mr. Ben Nyaumwe, got his inspiration from
a close friend of Portuguese origin, Fernande Bras. They met during his time in Port Elizabeth, South Africa and Bras would later
entrust Nyaumwe with his treasured recipe for the Galinha and signature fiery Taliban Sauce. Mr. Ben Nyaumwe then decided to
establish Lugar de Pollo, a restaurant serving organic, flame grilled chicken in the age old style of the Portuguese.
The aluminium and glass façade defines the exterior look of Lugar de Pollo Chisipite. From the parking lot you can see the four
mustard booth benches with black wood frames and leather upholstery which pique the curiosity of shoppers, inviting them inside.

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There are plenty of striking features and
designs at Lugar de Pollo Chisipite which were
brought to life by a local interior designer of
Portuguese origins, Carlos Ferreira. As you
enter, the inviting polychromatic nature of the
space will not fail to take you aback. Yellow,
red, green, brown, black, grey – the fusion
of colours is reminiscent of a Portuguese
restaurant.

The unorthodox PVC lighting design was
sourced from Prime World. The oval bulbs hang
from copper PVC conduits giving a modern
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There are at least five seating arrangements at Lugar de Pollo
Chisipite. Patrons can choose to dine on the multicoloured
square tables or the booths mounted on the wooden deck on
the right or have their drinks on the long bar tables.

There are seven four-seater square tables off the wooden
deck which is the main dining area, set on the wooden
floor tiling. The chairs are tub chairs with a wooden frame
and leather upholstery. The tables have wooden tops
with a Formica finish presumably for easier cleaning. The
multicolour theme extends to the table tops as well with
pink, red, beige and white strips of Formica used to adorn
the tables. The wooden table tops also have a steel base for
durability.

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It is the booth and table seating option set Close to the sales counter is a red velvet- On the left wall is a big canvas detailing
on the wooden deck that the guests usually textured bench on which customers waiting the Lugar de Pollo Story. It is a great way of
go for. A group can choose to occupy the for their takeaway orders can sit. having patrons familiarise themselves with
U-shaped red velvet-textured booths or the There are also long bar height tables and the brand on a more personal level. On
mustard booths which come with leather stools on which customers can sit. The bar the same wall are two large paint portraits
upholstery. The booths are on a raised height tables which have black granite tops, depicting a Portuguese city establishment
platform offering comfort and added privacy and stools provide an interactive and chilled adding a palpable Portuguese ambience in
to customers especially the booths which seating option for the patrons. There are two the restaurant. The setting is as Portuguese
are placed against walls. The booths set tables and four stools for each table. as it can get.
against the aluminium and glass wall near the
entrance provide an equally pleasant dining
experience giving patrons a sense of being
connected to the outside while still being
contained in a booth. Black granite table tops
with a steel base furnish the booths. Up to 7
people can sit comfortably in the booths.

During the renovations, the greyish ceramic The big red chili shape stacked with blocks of wood is another clever design feature which takes
tiling on the walls was chipped to expose the centre stage. The chili is carved right across the belly of the sales counter and it is one of the
raw brickwork giving the place a more rustic features you see first as you enter. It is symbolic of the hot spiciness of Lugar de Pollo chicken.
look and the exposed brickwork was then From the counter or waiting bench, customers can see through to the kitchen so they can have
varnished. an opportunity of watching their meal being prepared in a modern kitchen compete with a
commercial extractor hood.
Behind the counter sales are two refrigerators, one for beers and wines since Lugar de Pollo is
licensed to sell alcohol, and another refrigerator for soft drinks.

There is even a wash basin behind one of the U-shaped booths where you can wash your hands
before or after eating.

The restaurant uses a hybrid system for power supply. They primarily run on electricity from the
grid and the generators at the back provide backup power supply in the event of a power cut. At
the back is also parking space for bikers who handle deliveries.

The Showroom likes to think beyond the LAURA TOFTS THE SHOWROOM
mundane and help you to transform your Cell: 0772755786 Cell: 0780765064
walls and floors of your home or business [email protected] [email protected]
into a work of art. We are here to inspire
Or visit us at
homeowners, interior designers, Shop 3, New Retail Development,
architects and builders to find innovative Borrowdale Racecourse, Harare

solutions for their personal or client
projects.

At our Beautiful Concept Store you will find
specialist wall finishes, cementitious

flooring, wallpapers, and so much more.

Book a Colour Consultation or simply visit
the space and be inspired.

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Most of the interior design features,
elements and appliances at the Chisipite
branch such as the paint portraits, the
fusion of colours, the chili across the sales
counter’s belly, the two fridges, extractor
hood and the deck, were carried over and
adapted in the Village Walk outlet which is
significantly smaller by comparison.
The chili in front of the black granite sales
counter does not have blocks of wood
stacked inside like the one at Chisipite but
it is still striking nonetheless.
The tiling on the walls is grey and only
found at the sales counter area.
Unlike at the Chisipite spot, there is only
one seating arrangement. There is a deck
with burgundy coloured wooden tables.
The guests can sit on the plastic chairs
which vary in colour. Most of the orders
they get are takeaways as the place is quite
small. However, the Lugar de Pollo staff
urges sit-ins as it is most importantly, the
Portuguese flair they want customers to
take home with.
There is an outdoor vibe about the place
as the aluminium bi-fold doors are always
folded away opening up the modestly sized
dining area a bit.
Lugar de Pollo restaurants are open from
8am to 10pm Sunday to Thursday and
close much later on Friday and Saturday.

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Lugar De Pollo Project

Greygate
BSI Steel
Backtech Uphostery
Earthern fire
Artisans
Prime World
Home Improvement Centre
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101 on Churchill,
Gun Hill…

…Harare’s newest
shopping venue

text by Michael Nott ON THE 1ST OF MAY THIS YEAR 101 CHURCHILL AVENUE OPENED
photos by Structure and Design UP FOR TRADING WITH 6 NEW EXCLUSIVE SHOPPING OPTIONS.

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The main store is dedicated to Nike brand’s genuine and exclusive products including, of course, Nike’s high fashion shoes and sneakers,
as well as athletic and sporting shoes, sporting apparel and a range of unique branded accessories. The shop’s youthful, modern and
colourful interior was designed by leading brand creators – Greygate – so it’s totally up to international retail standards.

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Other shops in the complex include
Pretty Stylish Homes who have
an exclusive and elegant range of
furniture, mirrors, lamps, glassware
and stylish home décor accessories.
They still have their original
showroom at 3 Denmark Road in
Milton Park but Churchill Avenue is
their newest outlet.

You’ll also find a second branch of
the well-known Disney Kidz shop
which specialises in everything
from the wonderful world of Disney
including children’s clothing, a huge
range of themed toys and all kinds of
accessories that the kids will love.

In addition, there’s Modish Spaces Pure Awesome will be officially opening on 1st June with a range of IT
– an exclusive gift shop for unique related products including the latest cellphones, tablets and laptops,
personalised products that you won’t video games and home security systems. They also have digital gift
find anywhere else. Modish has gifts cards and they have a certified repair centre. It’s your one-stop shop for
for every occasion in stock including everything IT!
wall plaques, printed cushion covers, coffee mugs, caps, pens and
notebooks, keyrings and ornaments. They usually provide a custom gift
service to order, although that’s temporarily suspended while they’re
still settling in at their new premises, and they are offering up to 50%
discounts for their opening specials.

PARKER PAINTS (PVT LTD)

Our your new business venture.

May 101 Mall Business blossom in the years to come.

Congratulations

6 Portland Rd, Workington ,Harare [email protected]
(0242) 663270 www.parkerpaints.co.zw

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