Facelift for Thembalami
The Thembalami Care Centre recently received a facelift with the help of interior design company, Infinitude Design.
The care centre offers affordable accommodation, with many of its residents’ only income coming from a government grant.
“We must use time wisely and forever realise that the time is always ripe to do right.” This Nelson Mandela quote greets residents at the care centre.
Last year, Infinitude Design gave the centre’s television room a makeover. This year they turned their attention to the reception area, visitor’s lounge and boardroom. The project started at the beginning of August. Three weeks later, on August 22, a 17-person team from Infinitude arrived to do the finishing touches, transforming the three rooms into a vibrant and welcoming space.
New and refurbished furniture complement the colourful walls, which have been styled through the dramatic use of vinyl decals. The glass doors also sport eye-catching decals, which add privacy and warmth. Spider lights were used in the reception area, and the sunny boardroom boasts huge chalkboard vinyl that can be used instead of whiteboards during meetings.
The company first became involved with Rand Aid’s Thembalami in 2010, when as part of its Mandela Day campaign, cupcakes were delivered to the residents.
Infinitude’s team was visibly excited at the difference their work made to what was quite an institutional space. The company’s suppliers, and other partners, have also embraced the project, with their donations supplementing the R23 000 that was raised through Infinitude’s participation in last year’s 94.7 cycle challenge.
“This is going to uplift the morale of both residents and staff,” said Ms Elize Raath, Thembalami’s manager. “The Infinitude Design team are angels,” she added.
For more information about the centre, call Elize on 011 882-4434.
