CATEGORIES

ISLAND Style

A subtle and spacious modern Spanish pied-à-terre frames its surrounding sun-soaked rolling hills

REFINED REVIVAL

Through thoughtful attention to detail, interior designer Gillian Gillies has transformed a Torontonian townhouse into an immersive retreat that is both fresh and timeless

Coastal cool

A chic and inviting family haven echoes the natural beauty of Knysna

Between SKY & SEA

A sweeping estate garden in the Cape balances formality and order with naturalistic planting and resident wildlife. Heady borders of fragranced jasmine and giant clipped domes bring allure to drifts of wild grasses and a central reflecting pool

NEW TERRITORY

Tembo Tembo a remarkably innovative bush lodge designed by Paris based Studio Asaï, proposes a sustainable and sophisticated approach to the essence of living with the land

TREASURE ISLAND

With spaces that honour traditional elements and local artisanal skills, Saudade is an archipelago oasis for the discerning traveller

TREE Encounters

Top of our gift list this season is Tree Encounters: Portraits and Stories from South Africa-author-photographer Brita Lomba and author Ruth Parker's second book collaboration. Both knowledgeable conservationists and avid adventurers, Tree Encounters is a richly diverse collection of images and stories devoted to protecting the remarkable legacy of trees, says Heidi Bertish

Inside STUDIO KAJA

Mindfully crafted in Cape Town, this furniture studio is where practicality and imagination intersect to create pieces that tell stories and enrich lives

Meet me in the Bathroom

In the pursuit of sanctuary, it's often the most private spaces, such as this, that offer the greatest potential for transformation

Meet the WINNERS

The 2024 House & Garden Designer of the Year (DOTY) Awards celebrated designers and artists at the vanguard of their domains

Nature & Nurture

Three new Western Cape spas embrace their environment while offering sanctuary

DESIGN of the times

Celebrating art and African heritage, the recently revamped Cape Grace Hotel has entered its icon era

TIMELESS Treasures

Exploring the enduring beauty of family heirlooms

CURATED Table Moments

Founder and creative director of Cocoon Lifestyle and co-founder of Signature Restaurant Morningside, Bilala Mabuza touches on the splendour of setting the perfect table

Taking the lead

Dog-driven design brand Chommies is following its nose to create authentic, innovative products increasingly enjoyed by humans too

In the KNOW

The who, what, where and why for this summer season

Family First

Surrounded by mountainous terrain and a coniferous forest, Studio PLOW ensured this family home embraces its habitat, while offering a cosy and inviting family refuge

Close to home

While the sparrows flock to Europe in search of warmth in the winter, locals know that hiding in plain sight are hideaways ranging from safari stays to country cabins - that highlight the best parts of the cooler, quieter months of the year.

Simply STYLISH

A stylish update on decorating your home or redesigning your architectural space this winter

Night at the MUSEUM

In a collaboration between Investec Cape Town Art Fair and the Mount Nelson Hotel, Anelisa Mangeu has curated her second exhibition titled An Endless Night' celebrating the synergy between these landmark spaces

NATURAL HABITAT

Surefire tips to wow and whimsy with Dulux Colour of the Year 2023 Wild Wonder™

Earth BOUND

Adam Court, director and designer at OKHA reveals the innermost workings of his creative mind and design process

DOUBLE TAKE

Part getaway, part meeting space, this Chelsea apartment by Hubert Zanberg Interiors hits every note for an out-of-town client

VIEW FROM THE TOP

Situated at the top of the iconic One&Only Cape Town resort, this penthouse boasts some of the best views of the Mother City

CALL TO NATURE

The gardens and ephemeral planting palettes at Sterrekopje healing farm in Franschhoek are as much a reawakening of the senses as they are a connection to nature

the SOFT LIFE

From lush gardens to sumptuous interiors, this beautiful home designed by Simone Katherine Interiors is all about comfort and a big focus on family

As Nature Intended

Designed with a focus on spacious, multifunctional living, this Hyde Park home is a testament to the simplicity of modern design and the beauty of nature

INTO THE LIGHT

Designed by Bryce Henderson of Studio BHD, this Greenpoint penthouse is a showcase of stark contrasts and contemporary design with pieces from South Africa's leading designers

PRODUCING perfection

The grandeur of the Victorian era meets contemporary style in this New York home that finds its identity through the combination of history, luxury and comfort

NATURAL CONNECTION

With the lightest touch, landscape designer Carrie Latimer coaxes botanical magic from a sandy coastal garden that is as pretty as it is a flourishing dune ecosystem