OKHA created statement pieces for new luxury safari lodge, Cheetah Plains, which is set in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve. They worked in close collaboration with ARRCC (the architects and interior designers) and architect, Stefan Antoni of SAOTA. Photography by Photo: Adam Letch.

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Stefan reveals that ?No matter how good architecture is, it can only succeed when the interior upholds that level of sophistication.? He feels that OKHA is able to ?design furniture that upholds and mirrors the beauty of architecture?.

The project consists of three independent bush houses, named Mapogo, Mvula and Karula, each made up of several individual structures which include a central lounge, and dining room with bar area, a family media and entertainment room, a covered terrace, an open boma courtyard and separate freestanding bedroom suites. ARRCC Director Jon Case who was the lead designer for the project says that he chose to work with OKHA because of their ?distinct ability to connect to a deeper narrative. They are rooted in Africa but always have their eye on an international aesthetic that is unique, and they are connected to artists and craftsmen which help to give the furniture a handcrafted feel which was so important to the overall language of Cheetah Plains.? Jon?s favourite pieces from the project are the Laguna coffee table and other bespoke coffee tables which he says, ?added weight and solidity to the rooms because they are connected so well to the ar...