Instead of letting rain run off your roof and into the stormwater system, consider collecting this precious resource and rerouting it to use in the home. There are ways to harvest and use rainwater safely. Mike Breslauer, managing director of Wetec, a supplier of rainwater harvesting and irrigation equipment, says: “Unfortunately, water infrastructure is starting to break down in many parts of South Africa due to maintenance neglect. We will therefore see water follow a similar pattern to that of electricity. That means price hikes and water shedding.”
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WINDOWS on autopilot
Sungula Nkabinde explores the world of automated window dressings
Recycling REWARDS
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Sensory DELIGHT
How to create spaces that appeal to all the senses
Stairways to HEAVEN
The balustrade trends of today and tomorrow
Playing with PATTERNS
Be bold and have fun creating your signature look
Bathroom MAKEOVER
Shereen Lurie looks at ways to tackle a complete bathroom renovation
Revamp 101
A successful kitchen renovation depends on good planning and more
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MODERN treehouse
A SERENE HOUSE SET IN AN INDIGENOUS FOREST IN THE CITY REIMAGINES URBAN LIVING