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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