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‘Coco Karoo’ is the iconic décor gallery of Chelsea, Cape Town, although it would
be just as at home in King’s Road,
Chelsea, London.

“It is no surprise to see celebrities shopping at Coco Karoo in Cape Town,“ say the trendy shoppers of Chelsea, Wynberg, as Coco Karoo is internationally acknowledged as one of the most original décor galleries in the southern hemisphere. Anyone looking for a one-off piece of furniture, or decorative item for their living space, will find something daring and individual at Coco Karoo.

Each room of the thatched property housing Coco Karoo’s ever-changing collection, is a feast of form and function. Items exude a palpable sense of history or an intriguing element of mystery and originality.

Crystal chandeliers, sofas, French armchairs and handmade linen curtains; mirrored doors, decorative garden gates, linen cabinets and any number of unexpected objects create an ‘other worldliness’ in Coco Karoo. The intrinsic qualities in the furniture are displayed in a beautifully proportioned way in relatively simple settings, and any feeling of formality is dissipated by the presence of loose covers, carved wooden side tables, and other seemingly incongruous objects. There are further gestures towards comfort in the form of slipcovers and worn leather armchairs.

“Each object is powerful enough to stand alone,” says Coco Karoo owner and selector of each hand-picked item, David Bell.
He has thought carefully about the display of the unrelated objects and works of art, which work harmoniously because each piece has an intrinsic element of good design.

This makes for a space full of interest and contrast. Coco Karoo creates a sense of luxury, individuality and a perfect ambience for those who appreciate the secrets of good design in their home…