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TRENDSCAPES
2023 is brimming with diverse inspiration for interior design professionals and enthusiasts alike. From biophilic design to the rebirth of bespoke; here are some of the trends you might like to explore in your space
Weathering WINTER
'Tis the season to embrace the chill, turn your home into a cosy, well-organised space and flex those creative muscles
Winter Games
Is the weather keeping you and your pet cooped up indoors and bouncing off the walls? Here are ways to keep them entertained when it's too cold to go outside
High on the Hog(sback)
The Bakers escape the biting cold of autumn in the Highveld and find relief at the ruins of South Africa's oldest kingdom ... Mapungubwe!
Lemon Aid
Lemon trees are a beautiful addition to any garden, providing an abundance of healthy and delicious fruit for our kitchens
WINTER IN BLOOM
Get creative and plant up a winter hanging basket to lift your spirits when temperatures dip
Beat the Winter Blues
Feeling as low as the winter temperatures this year? Boost your mood by interacting with nature and getting into the garden with these winter-friendly ideas
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
This year's Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show provides plenty of inspiration for South African gardeners with a love for outdoor living
Bronze Act
Cape Town sculptor Nic Bladen casts unique botanicals into bronze, creating artworks he hopes will last as fossils into the future
'ALLO ALOE
Aloes are a must-have for every South African winter garden
How To DIY A TRAY TABLE
Functional and aesthetically pleasing, drinks, snacks and reading material will always be within easy reach thanks to this nifty addition to your sofa
SOUL SPACES - 10 of the best inviting interiors
The concept of cocooning has never felt more relevant and increasingly we're turning inwards and bringing added heart into our spaces - making them more comfortable and welcoming than ever before
Force of NATURE
A young family's off-the-grid bush escape in South Africa's untamed Little Karoo blends modern campaign style with Provençal sensibility
COUNTRY COMFORTS
Old and new mingle in harmony when a barn on a working dairy farm is converted into a rustic modern retreat thanks to its owner's quirky vision
Glorious Grassland
‘New style’ gardening trends are those that are looking to the future, re-establishing their roots in the past, all the while taking inspiration from nature. In this diversity of natural habitats, we find a small area that leaves you feeling that you really could be anywhere...
Easy Come, Easy Grow
Plant these edibles once and they'll deliver an abundant harvest year after year
An Extra Layer
There's a different kind of pleasure for you to embrace in the colder seasons, even if you prefer the heat of glorious summer days
Blended Fur-mily
Want to introduce a different pet species into your menagerie? Here are tips on how to live peacefully in and manage a multi-pet household
FIVE TIPS TO Take Your Travel Photography to The Next Level
Get the most out of your camera equipment on your next adventure in South Africa
Bulb Lasagna
Layering your spring-flowering bulbs will deliver endless surprises and maximum blooms this year
TALL ORDER
With a lot of dedication, planning and smart design decisions, this once dilapidated house in Cape Town's historic Bo-Kaap transformed into a sleek home with infinite views
A SPACE ODYSSEY
By combining respect for the charms of a heritage building with a firmly contemporary architectural approach, an award-winning renovation has brought this Cape Town /home beautifully up to date
Making Waves
Low-cost and versatile, corrugated metal roofing has a long history as a material of choice in SA - modern refinements are now allowing it to be used in new and energy-efficient ways
HISTORY OF TILES
The technologically advanced and sustainable porcelain and ceramic tiles you see in the aisles of Italtile’s showrooms carry a little of the DNA of their tile ancestors, here's how it all started
SET IN STONE, SET ON STYLE
The work of an architect and interior designer is seldom set in stone but surfaces call for just that...
Prehistoric Fur Friends
Have you ever wondered about the evolutionary origins of your beloved pet? This is how much they have changed over the years and how they came into our lives
Creative ways to use TERRACOTTA
Terracotta pots are a garden staple, beloved for their classic Mediterranean look, their colour, and the benefits they provide to the plants they house. The burnt orange of this famous clay has even been named 2023's garden colour of the year. If you want to stray from the traditional terracotta pot or vase and try something different, give these DIYs a go
Hardscaping 101
Not sure how to utilise hard landscaping in your garden? We've got you covered
NEW HEIGHTS
Situated on a vertiginous mountain slope, this rambling garden was given a radical makeover resulting in cohesion and a restored sense of grandeur
Tropical Makeover
In two months, this small space was transformed, using hard landscaping and beautiful tropical plants, into a relaxing area fit for a five-star resort