BRING THE HEAT

Upgrade your outdoor living space this autumn with the essential element of fire

Art In The Karoo

Artist Yvette Hess sometimes finds herself on the wrong planet

FALL FOR SUSTAINABILITY

Autumn is the season of sustainability in the garden, providing plenty of opportunities to recycle your waste and consider the environment

Start the Fire

Dust off your fireplace to get it ready for the cooler months

Lazy Lunches

Easy lunchtime recipes that will go down a treat, whether you're looking for something light, hearty or sweet

The Year in HOUSEPLANTS

The houseplant trends of 2024 show a significant shift in the urban gardens of previous years

Nature & Nurture

A botanist-turned-artist in South Africa's Cape Winelands creates lifelike insects using decayed and preserved natural materials he forages

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

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

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

Spring (Un)contained

Brighten your urban garden with these out-the-box spring container combinations

AGGIES FOR EVERY OCCASION

Spring is the perfect time to plant agapanthus to fill your garden with colour and drama

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

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

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

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...

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

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