Colefax & Fowler, distributed through Mavromac, founded in the 1930s is the longest established, and most respected interior decorating firm in Great Britain
Head Office
12 D Kramer Road
Kramerville, Johannesburg 2144
Tel: +27(0)11 444 1584
Mavromac & Gatehouse
Monday-Friday: 8:30 – 17:00
Gatehouse Only – Jhb & Cpt
Saturday 10:00-13:00 (Feb to mid Dec)
Closed on public holiday weekends
Sunday: closed
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Colefax & Fowler
Before we can put our holiday message on our answering machine and front doors, “Back in January”, there is still much to be done at Mavromac and Gatehouse.
History of Mavromac
How else do I celebrate Heritage month at Mavromac and Gatehouse – other than to reflect on the untold amount of Heritage we have under one roof.
The Gatehouse Family Sofa
The Gatehouse Family sofa. My very favourite piece of furniture. I suppose with more than just the normal amount of sentiment attached.
Fashion is temporary, style is permanent
At the heart of the Mavromac and Gatehouse brand is an implicit recognition that people are happiest and most at ease when they are surrounded by spaces and objects that reflect their personal sense of beauty.
Mavromac Kramerville Sale
Over the last 37 years, Mavromac has become a fixture on the South African design and décor landscape and has earned its place in the hearts of homeowners and interior designers.
Gatehouse Family Sofa II
Before we can put our holiday message on our answering machine and front doors, “Back in January”, there is still much to be done at Mavromac and Gatehouse.
Autumn Leaves
The autumn leaves have been shed, the days are rapidly shortening and winter is almost upon us. We are finding every possible way to warm ourselves, both physically and spiritually.
Paris in the Spring
Traditionally Paris Deco-off, Maison and Object and Paris Design week, fall over a very cold January. This year it was postponed for the 2nd time since the start of the Pandemic. It was actually really good news.
Pierre Frey: A Proud History
Paris has long been regarded as not just one of the world’s most beautiful cities, but also as the undisputed style capital. Ideas launched on French catwalks ripple around the world and influence what people wear and how they see the world around them.
Exploring the interior / Adventures in design / Birds fly north…
Many people talk about ‘choosing their career path’, but I have always felt that I am one of the lucky few whose professional life was predestined. It may not always have been obvious, but looking back, there were important clues.