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The Flexible Office

With its lower overheads, coffee culture and sharing of jobs and ideas, coworking has revolutionised the traditional workplace

Embracing the PEACE AND QUIET

While 'lounging around' comes in many forms, I prefer the slow-paced version where 'doing nothing' is more meaningful than an activity-filled day...

Cosy by the Coast

Enjoying the off-season in the magnificent Namaqua National Park

Outdoor LUXE

Our case for rendering your veranda living space every bit as desirable as its indoor counterpart

Entertainer's PARADISE

This coastal KZN garden packs everything needed to entertain and enjoy the sunshine in a small space

Outdoor Ease

A convivial, contemporary outdoor lounging area is essential, not least because both family members and visiting friends always seem to gravitate naturally towards them. Here are 10 enviable al fresco lounges from which to take some inspiration

FIGS TO FILL CORNERS

Many ficuses make wonderful indoor plants, ideal for filling that empty corner in your lounge

MAXED MAKEOVER

Genius space-saving hacks and magnifying tricks have turned this compact Cape Town apartment into an expansive and liveable family home

LAY OF THE LAND

This farmhouse in the South African countryside expresses its owners' affinity for laid-back living and a knack for repurposed design

Power Neutrals

10 of the best serene, composed and relaxing living rooms

Step Softly

Eco-conscious carpet manufacturers are introducing VOC-free and recycled ranges with a gentler footprint

OLD SCHOOL COOL

New-age principles in an older package... Retrofitting gives existing buildings a new lease on life

TRENDSCAPES

2023 is brimming with diverse inspiration for interior design professionals and enthusiasts alike. From biophilic design to the rebirth of bespoke; here are some of the trends you might like to explore in your space

Weathering WINTER

'Tis the season to embrace the chill, turn your home into a cosy, well-organised space and flex those creative muscles

Winter Games

Is the weather keeping you and your pet cooped up indoors and bouncing off the walls? Here are ways to keep them entertained when it's too cold to go outside

High on the Hog(sback)

The Bakers escape the biting cold of autumn in the Highveld and find relief at the ruins of South Africa's oldest kingdom ... Mapungubwe!

Lemon Aid

Lemon trees are a beautiful addition to any garden, providing an abundance of healthy and delicious fruit for our kitchens

WINTER IN BLOOM

Get creative and plant up a winter hanging basket to lift your spirits when temperatures dip

Beat the Winter Blues

Feeling as low as the winter temperatures this year? Boost your mood by interacting with nature and getting into the garden with these winter-friendly ideas

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

This year's Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show provides plenty of inspiration for South African gardeners with a love for outdoor living

Bronze Act

Cape Town sculptor Nic Bladen casts unique botanicals into bronze, creating artworks he hopes will last as fossils into the future

'ALLO ALOE

Aloes are a must-have for every South African winter garden

How To DIY A TRAY TABLE

Functional and aesthetically pleasing, drinks, snacks and reading material will always be within easy reach thanks to this nifty addition to your sofa

SOUL SPACES - 10 of the best inviting interiors

The concept of cocooning has never felt more relevant and increasingly we're turning inwards and bringing added heart into our spaces - making them more comfortable and welcoming than ever before

Force of NATURE

A young family's off-the-grid bush escape in South Africa's untamed Little Karoo blends modern campaign style with Provençal sensibility

COUNTRY COMFORTS

Old and new mingle in harmony when a barn on a working dairy farm is converted into a rustic modern retreat thanks to its owner's quirky vision

Glorious Grassland

‘New style’ gardening trends are those that are looking to the future, re-establishing their roots in the past, all the while taking inspiration from nature. In this diversity of natural habitats, we find a small area that leaves you feeling that you really could be anywhere...

Easy Come, Easy Grow

Plant these edibles once and they'll deliver an abundant harvest year after year

An Extra Layer

There's a different kind of pleasure for you to embrace in the colder seasons, even if you prefer the heat of glorious summer days

Blended Fur-mily

Want to introduce a different pet species into your menagerie? Here are tips on how to live peacefully in and manage a multi-pet household