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Scent From The Gods

Taking its queue from its ever-changing garden, Babylonstoren in Simondium has recently expanded its much-loved scent room, amplifying its product offering by moving it into a much larger barn-like space.

Treasure Trove

The Killarney apartment of interior designer Michele Throssell reflects her love of heritage and the glamour of Johannesburg, but adds a little Durban flavour for good measure.

In Process

Practically Everywhere is a bold new range of collectible design pieces by industry leaders Dokter and Misses.

Into The Blue

In a secluded location with spectacular views on the Spanish island of Mallorca, this holiday house adopts a layered interior that marries traditional design with a glam, contemporary spirit.

By The Book

Designer Lunetta Bartz of Maker introduces us to the beautiful practice of binding books and journals the old-fashioned way: completely by hand

The Kids Are Alright

The next wave of Joburg’s graphic design talent is rethinking the city’s identity in exciting new ways. We asked five of our favourites to create something special for us in tribute to the City of Gold

Between Joburg & A Hard Place

AUTHOR AND COLUMNIST HAJI MOHAMED DAWJEE ESCAPES CAPE TOWN FOR THE QUIET OF HOLIDAY-TIME JOHANNESBURG

On Your Marque

FIVE GENERATIONS OF JAPANESE CRAFTSMANSHIP HAS PRODUCED A SEDAN THAT TRANSCENDS THE NOTION OF 21ST-CENTURY LUXURY: INTRODUCING THE LEXUS LS 500

Electric Avenue

BMW recently introduced one of the most exciting electric production cars yet, the i8 Roadster

Modern Made

Johannesburg design store Mødernist offers us an inside look at its new space and refreshed product range

City Deep

The team behind the fiercely collectable Wake Up, This is Joburg series reveals more about Johannesburg’s other side

Khwezi Gule

Cultural activist. Avid traveller. Curator

Four seasons

With its abundance of blooms and fynbos, this farmhouse just outside stellenbosch is a haven for the botanically inclined.

On the scent

Quality trumps quantity for three South African perfumers who have turned their backs on large fragrance houses to create unpredictable, bespoke scents.

Follow the Sun

Following a sensitive renovation, this townhouse in the picturesque village of sóller, mallorca, is the very definition of the perfect holiday home.

Under Construction

Artist Patrick Bongoy’s work is concerned with the way human beings might reimagine their relationship with our shared planet – and with each other

Cabin Fever

Among the apple orchards of the Elgin Valley, this contemporary take on a traditional barn structure makes for a simple, inspiring weekend getaway for a Cape Town family

National Treasury

Cape Town has gained another major cultural asset in the form of the new Norval Foundation, a remarkable destination museum of art

New Order

A profusion of textures lies at the core of this serene, modern Johannesburg garden

Land Of Fire And Ice

In just 48 hours or so, you can explore all the food, culture and design that makes Iceland’s capital Reykjavík one of the world’s most liveable cities

Keeping It Local

At this year’s 100% Design South Africa show in Joburg, Source IBA presented Afrotel, a unique hotel-design proposal that showcased a new concept in African hospitality

Art & Soul

The Recent Opening of the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz Mocaa) Symbolises a Structural and Cultural Rebirth in the Mother City

Set In Stone

Built Against a Rock Face on a Forested Piece of Land, It Is This Swiss Villa’s Closeness to Nature That Makes It Such a Success

Natural Rhythm

Bold, Modern Design Sits Comfortably Alongside Tactile Texture and Personal Touches in This Kzn Residence

Make Mine A Double

Featuring a Mix of Raw Materials, Lush Foliage and Clever Design, This Adventurous Home in Cape Town Packs a Powerful Yet Family-friendly Punch

The Heart Of Havana

With Its Easy-going Latin American Vibe, Ever-flowing Mojitos and Unique Classic-car Culture, the Capital of Cuba Is Every Bit the  Picture of Faded Island Bliss

Kwena Baloyi

Creative Director. Fashion Therapist. Liker of Nice Things

Painting The Blues

While Banele Khoza Considers His Art Autobiographical, His Melancholic Paintings Cut to the Quick of the Human Condition

Fire starter

A newcomer to Joburg’s culinary scene, Marble is a story of collaboration and unapologetic allegiance to SA’s design and during culture.

Social Climber

With a 5-star NCAP rating and sleek silhouette, Alfa Romeo’s first 4×4 SUV is safe as well as stylish