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Dark Matters

Almost invisible beyond the bustle of a busy street, this enchanting Parktown North home proves that romance can exist in the most unexpected places

Marrakech, Marhaba!

With its rose-tinted architecture, rich history and fascinating contrasts, the city of Marrakech has a solid foundation as Morocco’s cultural capital

Meeting Mr Chandler

Behind-the-scenes insights from the multi talented artist with whom we’ve collaborated on this month’s issue

Collector's Edition

Like many dedicated shopkeepers, Emmanuel de Bayser lives above his store. But The Corner Berlin is not your average shop – and its owner is a connoisseur of Mid-Century Modern design

Time Travel

A collection of Mid-Century furniture, vintage objects and carefully selected artworks characterise a creative couple’s renovated Cape Town apartment

Walking In Memphis

A collector’s curation of architecture, art and design is synchronised in a mountainside farmhouse in South Africa’s Overberg region, paying homage to iconic creators and Memphis Group masters

Abrima Erwiah

Studio 189 founder. Unashamed homebody. Community uplifter

The Future Is Female

Migration To Cape Town’s V&A Silo District Is Being Led By Pioneering Women Whose Innovative Offerings Are Setting The Scene For A New Vision.

Dream Teams

As collaborations gain popularity IN TODAY’S creative circles, A TRIO OF homegrown partnerships SHOW THE IMPACT that such pairings CAN HAVE ON global design.

Cathy O'Clery

Design Pioneer. Curator Of 100% Design South Africa. Creative Catalyst.

Kitchens In Flux

What Is The Future Of The Domestic Kitchen In Our Increasingly Busy Urban-Modern Lives, Asks Siena Crawford.

Old Soul

With Its Grand Proportions And Minimalist Lines, The Intriguing Abode Of A South African Fashion Maven Is A Characterful And Compelling Space.

Hidden Treasure

Joburg’s Shepstone Gardens is a mix of verdant glamour and intriguing concealed spaces.

Collector's Edition

A Mid-Century Modern design collection takes centre stage in the considered interior of a Johannesburg apartment.

Salimata Diop

One of the Visionary Curators behind Cape Town's Art Africa Fair.

The Good Life

The First Life Grand Cafe In The Mother City Is A Striking Blend Of Contemporary Cool And Classic Cape Style, All Wrapped Up In One Of The V&A Waterfront’s Loveliest Heritage Buildings.

The Breakfast Club

Going Out for Breakfast is an Institution and Much loved Tradition for My Family and Friends 

Cemented Luxury

Inside an old grain-storage facility, an architecturally innovative hotel emerges as one of Cape Town’s top guest addresses

Noted

IN THE ROUND In her first solo exhibition outside South Africa, ceramicist Lucinda Mudge will present her new collection of 20 vases, The Wolf is Always Near, inspired by a variety of references ranging from art history to cartoons, pop songs, fabric designs and Art Deco vase patterns. Mudge’s work captivates the eye with rich colours and intricate detail, yet beneath the glimmering surfaces of her vases lurks a world simmering with paranoia and tension. Made using hand-mixed glazes and stains, and produced over a year, each creation is as unique as the stories it tells, as reflected in Mudge’s ‘More than a feeling’ vase (above). We find out more about her work.

Living in Style

Homeowner and interior designer Andrea Kleinloog sits down with long-time friend Sarah Buitendach over croissants and coffee to talk about stylish family living

Soho Soul

SET IN ONE OF central London’s edgiest districts, THIS ELEGANT APARTMENT COMBINES carefully layered interiors WITH ARTFUL TOUCHES

African Modernity

The Simple Forms of This Family Home in Sandton Reflect What Happens When Mid-century Modernism Is Fully Integrated Into an African Context

Curator's Eye

Contemporary fine-art curation is premised on critical and contemplative thinking about objects and ideas in context. Three South African curators provide insight into the practice of creating compelling exhibitions.

Pause Perfect

Combining classic modern design, characterful vintage finds, intriguing artworks and a discerning colour palette, this 19th century apartment in Berlin offers a calm homecoming for its nomadic owner

Small Wonders

The fascinating Japanese art of bonsai calls for a love of growing tiny plants, some measure of artistic ability and patience aplenty

Hussain Van Roos

Human observer. Accra addict. Peanut butter defender

Layered Luxury

With BOLD BESPOKE PIECES and inspired DESIGNER STYLE, this penthouse apartment in​ Umhlanga is a TREASURE TROVE of opulent details

Sense & Sensibility

TO MOULD a light, sophisticated abode out of a once-poky TAMBOERSKLOOF APARTMENT, interior designer JOHN JACOB ZWIEGELAAR balanced the scales of SCIENCE AND ART

Cold Front

SATISFY YOUR sweet tooth WITH homemade ice creams and sorbet THAT LOOK ALMOST too good to eat

New Heights

We take a look inside the new Design Museum building – which has jumped to the top of our ‘London must-visits’ list – and consider the institution’s past, present and future.