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Stash it or trash it?
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Stash it or trash it?

True blue Johan Scholtemeijer of Bethal writes I inherited this ‘Blue Cups’ painting by Bettie Cilliers-Barnard; can you tell me how much it’s worth?

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April 2020
IT'S A numbers game
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IT'S A numbers game

Create interesting visual effects with large groups of similar plants – even if your garden is small.

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5 mins  |
April 2020
Animal antics
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Animal antics

On the ball

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3 mins  |
April 2020
‘We made it our own'
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‘We made it our own'

A dynamic duo took a DIY approach to their renovation, knocking down walls, laying their own floors, doing their own plumbing – and, of course, decorating their new space to perfection.

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6 mins  |
April 2020
Think big, on a small scale
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Think big, on a small scale

With a practical approach and meticulous planning, a second-hand shipping container was converted into an impressive ‘tiny house’.

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5 mins  |
April 2020
Creative corners
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Creative corners

Keen to spruce up a dull nook in your home? Let these clever ideas inspire you...

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2 mins  |
April 2020
'Junk is my thing!'
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'Junk is my thing!'

This characterful home on the slopes of the Kleinrivier Mountains proves that “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure”.’

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4 mins  |
April 2020
A Surprise Around Every Corner
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A Surprise Around Every Corner

Take a walk with us through the beautiful rooms in this structured garden.

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6 mins  |
March 2020
The Perfect Combination
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The Perfect Combination

An architect used steel-frame windows, raw concrete and rough wood to create an earthy industrial-style home for his family.

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3 mins  |
March 2020
Labour of love
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Labour of love

A Cape Town couple’s quirky weekend escape in the historic West Coast town of Hopefield has been 10 years in the making – and it’s still not ‘finished’.

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4 mins  |
January 2020
Between a rock and a hard place
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Between a rock and a hard place

Undeterred by a remote location with rough terrain and no electricity, a couple built an eco home below an overhang in the Gifberg mountains where they can ‘unplug’ and unwind.

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4 mins  |
January 2020
Living the dream
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Living the dream

An adventurous South African couple weathered rough seas, an earthquake and absent builders to turn an idyllic farmhouse in Greece into a “friend to strangers”.

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6 mins  |
January 2020
Don't move, improve!
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Don't move, improve!

This A-frame holiday home was given a facelift – literally!

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3 mins  |
January 2020
A garden for all the senses
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A garden for all the senses

In just two years, a dedicated team at Mirtehof has created a breathtaking oasis in the Karoo.

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6 mins  |
January 2020
A CLOUD of colour
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A CLOUD of colour

Few plants put on as magnificent a display as bougainvilleas in summer.

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2 mins  |
January 2020
Glazed Gammon
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Glazed Gammon

Smoked ham, dressed with a shiny glaze, is the star of the Christmas table.

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2 mins  |
December 2019
It's In The Genes!
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It's In The Genes!

For this mother and daughter, a shared love of gardening is a sure-fire recipe for success

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9 mins  |
December 2019
A Thanksgiving Celebration!
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A Thanksgiving Celebration!

The Aggenbachs share precious family time – and a Christmas feast – in their beautiful down-to-earth home.

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10+ mins  |
December 2019
Make It Personal
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Make It Personal

Planning a project for the holidays? Play around with your own designs and create something unique.

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3 mins  |
December 2019
The Gift Of Kindness
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The Gift Of Kindness

Festive cheer can easily slide into a Christmas challenge, says Karin Brynard. But then there’s the redeeming wisdom of a second childhood.

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3 mins  |
December 2019
Kitchen Confidential
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Kitchen Confidential

This playful space is all about personal style.

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1 min  |
November 2019
Just What The Doctor Ordered
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Just What The Doctor Ordered

A Disprin administered at the right time is one of Dr Benk’s secret weapons in his garden.

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6 mins  |
November 2019
Inside Story
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Inside Story

When the home of your dreams refuses to ‘let you go’, perhaps it’s fate…

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5 mins  |
November 2019
A Winelands Sanctuary
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A Winelands Sanctuary

A complete overhaul turned a cramped two-bedroom house into a warm family home with uninterrupted mountain views.

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3 mins  |
November 2019
6 Spectacular Stoeps
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6 Spectacular Stoeps

Whether you’re keen to have the whole family over or just want to create a cosy nook for two, these spaces are sure to inspire you to make the most of your outdoor entertainment area.

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8 mins  |
November 2019
6 Beautiful Bathrooms
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6 Beautiful Bathrooms

From sleek and sophisticated to bold and beachy, these homeowners made sure their sanctuaries are extra special!

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3 mins  |
October 2019
Just The Right Balance
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Just The Right Balance

The home that cricket legend Jonty Rhodes and his architect wife Melanie share with their kids is a vibrant, tactile space that reflects the family’s love of the ocean and their globetrotting lifestyle.

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4 mins  |
October 2019
Making Space
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Making Space

We love the clever (and beautiful!) ways these readers have created storage for everyday items.

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2 mins  |
October 2019
Pretty As A Picture!
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Pretty As A Picture!

Jeandri Streicher’s magnificent garden features structural elements like hedges and paths, as well as beds brimming with colourful blooms.

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5 mins  |
October 2019
Gardening Notebook
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Gardening Notebook

What a glorious gardening month October is! Everything is full of promise and vitality with lush green foliage on trees and shrubs, and flowerbeds of rainbow colours.

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8 mins  |
October 2019