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Bring The Holidays Home

Planning a ‘staycation’ this year? Take inspiration from these restful retreats and create a free and easy feel that’ll last all year...

From Farm to Fork

Planning a visit to Cape Town these holidays? Make sure to pop into Boschendal wine estate, where you’ll find heaps of gardening inspiration.

Dreamy Nooks And Pretty - Knick - Knacks

Hanniki Bruère of Riebeek-Kasteel has a talent for turning discarded items – even tea sets – into eye-catching garden décor!

Little Wonder

This courtyard in the Mother City is a great example of what gardens of the future might look like: compact but cleverly designed.

My Little Piece Of Heaven

Jean Campbell says her plants are like her children: the more she gets to know them, the more she discovers what each one needs.

Modular Beauty

A prefabricated light-gauge steel-frame house was the perfect solution for this remote setting.

Arrivals & Departures

Sometimes the unbridled joy in an airport arrivals hall is way better than a strong dose of Prozac, says Karin Brynard.

Win

One lucky reader will get an LG fridge and dishwasher valued at R47 998!

Black Is Back!

Up the ante in your home with this timeless and dramatic colour.

Of Cappuccinos & Car Seats

People and contraptions can be highly entertaining, muses Karin Brynard.

Smart Storage

From cupboards on wheels to a door that’s also a bookshelf, these readers show how a bit of creativity can solve any limited-space dilemma.

A Place Of Peace

Within the space of just one year, Joan Falkenberg transformed her garden into a paradise for birds and other small creatures.

Down By The Lagoon

A neutral palette and strong accent pieces work wonders in this compact coastal home.

Cottage industry

Every square centimetre of this pocket-sized garden is a sight to behold!

The Beauty Of Rammed Earth

This off-the-grid home offers the perfect combination of durability and rugged good looks.

A Cut Above The Rest

Once damp, dark and filled with storage boxes, this attic is now a picture-perfect loft apartment.

Wood Looks Good!

Add warmth to a space with timber – you can use it to create a focal point or as a beautiful finish.

Everything & The Kitchen Sink

These readers share the secret ingredients of their stylish – and savvy – renovations.

Off The Wall

Be inspired by a new take on texture…

We've Got Supper Sorted!​​​​​​​

Chicken soup is comfort food – here are four variations.

We Love Churros!

These light and crispy treats are sure to put a smile on your face.

For The Next Generation

After 50 years of holidaying in Stilbaai, the Retiefs knew exactly what they wanted for their home in this resort town: an open welcoming structure that pays tribute to the original fishermen’s cottages and comfortably accommodates their entire family.

West Coast Bliss

Once a barn, this Langebaan ‘longhouse’ is now a simple but luxurious holiday home.

Don't Move, Improve!

A farmer with a vision restored an old wine cellar and turned it into a stylish space that future generations will also enjoy.

Brick By Brick

In This Eco Village, Where All The Homes Must Be Built With Sustainability In Mind, An Inspired Couple Used Recycled Material From A Nearby Dump To Realise Their Dream!

As Far As The Eye Can See!

This glorious hedge is a sign of a happy plant in the right spot.

From Morocco With Love

A passion for the vibrant tones and textures of this North African country has inspired the alluring look and feel of what once was a run-down Victorian cottage.

Tres Chic!

Ever stylish, Nelia de Wet’s gorgeous home will transport you to the French countryside – it’s relaxed, unpretentious and open to change…

A High-End Look On A Budget

To save on costs, and because they love a challenge, the Zekvelds cast their own concrete worktops while renovating their kitchen.

An Abiding Passion

Nan Steyn’s life revolves around roses. She tells us about her love for the queen of flowers and shares advice on how to get the best from these plants.