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Positive Influence
An interior stylist has transformed a formerly dull house into one that is rich with decorative detail, from eclectic artworks to vintage pieces
BEAUTY SPOT
This bold Victorian home in Cape Town is a triumph of confidence in colour, peppered with nostalgic references
ON DISPLAY
FRAME GAME
WEAVING NATURE INTO - MASTERPIECES
South African artists are known worldwide for their creativity and contributions to the art community on a global scale. With sustainability at the forefront of many industries, it has become a buzzword that has been trending across the board, and for good reason
CHEAP THRILLS - THRIFTING 101
In the ever-evolving world of home decor, the thrifting trend has emerged as a sustainable and stylish approach to transforming living spaces
Your Pet With Less
Many people think that minimalism and pet ownership can't go together. Consider this myth debunked! Here's how to share your minimalist space with your animals without cramping your style
IN BLOΟΜ
Following the flowers along the West Coast's Postberg Trail
Easy does it
Level up your work week dinner repertoire with simple meals prepared in a flash
MAXIMUM VEGETABLES At Minimal Cost
If the price of seedlings puts you off growing your own food, here are some tips to reduce your garden budget
Sonic BLOOM
Easy-to-achieve spring flower decor ideas to take your home from gloom to bloom
Spring (Un)contained
Brighten your urban garden with these out-the-box spring container combinations
SPRING FEVER
An older garden in Morningside Manor gets a new lease on life
Harmony In SIMPLICITY
Minimalism and gardening make a surprisingly harmonious pairing with the right design and a return to the basics
AGGIES FOR EVERY OCCASION
Spring is the perfect time to plant agapanthus to fill your garden with colour and drama
How To DIY Textured Wall Art
This minimalist style artwork is easy and inexpensive to make, the creative process is liberating, and anyone can do it!
GREENHOUSE EFFECT
When this modern cottage dominated by glass and zesty pops of green isn't playing home to discerning global travellers, it serves as a location for unique foodie get togethers conceptualised by one of Cape Town's most exciting creative talents
One Singular Sensation
As the artistic director of his own multidisciplinary Paris-based agency, Singular, it's no surprise that Jean-Christophe Aumas' historic Pigalle apartment is a stunner: a thrilling combination of flea-market finds, collectible artworks and a masterclass in the application of bold colour
SIMPLIFY YOUR SPACE
In today's fast-paced world, where clutter and chaos seem to be the norm, many families are turning to minimalist principles to regain control of their living areas
Sowing the Seeds
With little to no access to funds, transport, education or job security, members of the community often need to make ends meet in the most creative ways, and that's exactly what Renshia Manuel did when she founded GrowBox
PARED DOWN
While blooms are wonderful, September lends itself to starting your minimalism journey instead
The Pursuit of LIGHTNESS
Sustainable living is not always easy. I know because my journey of treading lightly has often felt extremely heavy, almost burdensome. The irony is not lost on me. So, why does it still feel worth it?
Waste Not, Want Not
Water-wise methods of vegetable gardening
More With Cork
Use recycled materials to create a unique hanging garden
ARID LANDSCAPE
Broaden your botanical horizons and expand your urban gardening repertoire to include succulents and cacti - sculptural, striking and adapted to survive
GRAND RESTORATION
How many kinds of sweet flowers grow in an English country garden?
Sustainability in Gardening: Not Just A Trend
The gardens at this year's Chelsea Flower Show prove that sustainability is not a fleeting trend, but the focus of gardens of the future, providing inspiration for gardeners around the world
Thirsty For Less
Water-wise plants are not only eco-friendly, but they can also add unique textures and colours to South African gardens
Outside In
When architect Nadine Engelbrecht built a home for her parents on a farm outside Pretoria in South Africa, not only did she bring the outside in with a double-volume conservatory at its centre, but she also took the house off the grid
SYLVAN SYMPHONY
This modern cedar-clad cabin in a wooded setting in the winelands reinterprets tradition as it mimics its surroundings, at once blending with the trees and making a bold statement, all while creating a sanctuary for its owner
Green Living
Situated on upper Bree Street in Cape Town, The Fynbos will be the first truly biophilic structure on the continent. The developers, Lurra Capital, share their insights into this nature-inspired space with us