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Chelsea 2022 WHO, WHAT AND HOW

Reflecting on some of this year's themes and highlights from the 218-year-old London flower show

GARDENING Through The Ages

Time-travel from Ancient Egypt to the Swinging Sixties in this look back at gardening trends throughout history

NEW ORDER

A clever and sensitive renovation to a mid-century modern gem has maximised space, light, functionality and enjoyment for its creative owners

Farm Fusion

An old farmhouse near Cape Town is transformed into a unique country bolthole that playfully combines rustic charm with Victorian elegance

STONECREST

This opulent Edwardian home on Johannesburg's Westcliff Ridge has been the perfect setting for the romantic, eclectic style of its vintage fashion connoisseur owner for more than three decades

The Structured Approach

Cut down on gardening chores and water usage by replacing plants and lawn with attractive hard landscaping elements

Lockdown Comfort Food

Delicious, meat-free dishes the whole family will love

Twice AS NICE

Use Clover Butro to give sweet potato salad and risotto a rich, buttery taste

Open INVITATION

With new layouts and updated finishes, these two kitchens now look lighter, fresher and far more spacious

The BRIGHTEST and best

There’s no excuse for a drab autumn or winter garden with these cheerful seasonal bloomers.

LITTLE CROP OF horrors

Carnivorous plants are as fascinating as they are beautiful. Fortunately, most are easy to grow

LIGHT refreshment

By repurposing one end of this TV room, designer Tanja Beyers established a new entertaining space for the owners

It's only NATURAL

Aesthetics and functionality merge in these beautiful statement kitchens, where wood plays the leading role

INTO THE future

Revisiting the late Una van der Spuy’s garden is a reminder of this indomitable gardener’s vision

HOT stuff

We take a look at some of the latest trends in kitchen design

Clean Living

Today’s bathroom is as functional and beautiful as any other room in the home. We look at eight inspiring designs that combine style, practicality and comfort

Divide And Conquer

With open-plan living the norm, you need to be able to subtly differentiate spaces without blocking sight lines and natural light. Here are some clever ways to maintain an open, airy feel

On Top Of The World

Pops of colour punctuate a textured, neutral palette to reflect the city views of this Cape Town pied-à-terre

Brave New Bathrooms

Thinking of revamping that tired bathroom or guest loo? Here are this year’s 10 biggest bathroom trends to get you on the right track

Thinking BIG

When decorating a small space, your first instinct is often to go for a small piece of furniture. The reality is that, in many cases, a large, bold piece can make it feel much bigger

Riverside ROMANCE

Like many gardeners, the Watkinses believe there’s a sense of poetry in the landscape in which they live

Overcoming OBSTACLES

When designing this coastal house, the challenge was to find a balance between providing privacy and bringing in natural light on the narrow site

Magpie FARM

Moving from Dubai, this family found its roots in the lush greenery and rugged mountains of Tokai

Leaf Power

Foliage plants in their many and varied colours are your best option for long-lasting colour, contrast and texture

A TOUCH of theTROPICS

This 1930’s Tamboerskloof dame has notes of art deco and an easy-going, tropical energy in tune with its owners’ penchant for design

The Resilient Garden

A Cape Town gardener reveals the secrets to a sustainable, water-wise garden

MAKEOVER magic

The result of foresight and clever ideas, these six projects, both big and small, are proof that it’s worth the effort to create a space that suits your lifestyle

OPPORTUNITY knocks

When a massive boxelder succumbed to shot hole borer, the owners of this property in Melrose, Jo’burg, took advantage of the additional sunlight to revamp their entrance garden

THE BIG easy

At the heart of this modern makeover is a spacious, open-plan area perfect for family living and easy entertaining

PERSONALITY plus

Tired of your bland, cookie-cutter kitchen? Make it one of a kind with elements that reflect your style and taste