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The Flexible Office
South African Garden and Home

The Flexible Office

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

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5 mins  |
Garden & Home August 2023
Embracing the PEACE AND QUIET
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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...

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2 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
Cosy by the Coast
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Cosy by the Coast

Enjoying the off-season in the magnificent Namaqua National Park

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4 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
Outdoor LUXE
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Outdoor LUXE

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

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3 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
Entertainer's PARADISE
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Entertainer's PARADISE

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

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4 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
Outdoor Ease
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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

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4 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
FIGS TO FILL CORNERS
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FIGS TO FILL CORNERS

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

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1 min  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
MAXED MAKEOVER
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MAXED MAKEOVER

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

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2 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
LAY OF THE LAND
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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

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4 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
Power Neutrals
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Power Neutrals

10 of the best serene, composed and relaxing living rooms

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3 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
Step Softly
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Step Softly

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

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4 mins  |
Garden&Home; July 2023
OLD SCHOOL COOL
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OLD SCHOOL COOL

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

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June 2023
TRENDSCAPES
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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

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June 2023
Weathering WINTER
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Weathering WINTER

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

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June 2023
Winter Games
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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

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June 2023
High on the Hog(sback)
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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!

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4 mins  |
June 2023
Lemon Aid
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Lemon Aid

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

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2 mins  |
June 2023
WINTER IN BLOOM
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WINTER IN BLOOM

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

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June 2023
Beat the Winter Blues
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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

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June 2023
THE GREAT OUTDOORS
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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

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June 2023
Bronze Act
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Bronze Act

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

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3 mins  |
June 2023
'ALLO ALOE
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'ALLO ALOE

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

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June 2023
How To DIY A TRAY TABLE
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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

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5 mins  |
June 2023
SOUL SPACES - 10 of the best inviting interiors
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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

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June 2023
Force of NATURE
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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

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4 mins  |
June 2023
COUNTRY COMFORTS
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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

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3 mins  |
June 2023
Glorious Grassland
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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...

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Garden&Home; May 2023
Easy Come, Easy Grow
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Easy Come, Easy Grow

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

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2 mins  |
Garden&Home; May 2023
An Extra Layer
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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

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Garden&Home; May 2023
Blended Fur-mily
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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

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Garden&Home; May 2023