A Place In The Sun

Its idyllic location on the banks of a lagoon and stylish yet relaxed decor make this KZN house the perfect place in which to unwind.

Cocktail Time

We asked three experts for ideas and tips for turning a drinks table into the star attraction at your next party.

An Urban Barn

This Constantia home has been given new contemporary life through judicious and thoughtful decorating

Old-World Beauties

Heirloom roses are making a comeback worldwide as a result of their heavenly perfume and disease and drought resistance

Collecting Vintage Toffee Tins

After starting their handmade toffee company Darling Sweet four years ago, these confectioners fell in love with vintage sweet tins

Practice Makes Perfect

This Constantia Hills garden cleverly combines formal French and wild indigenous styles

French Toast

Dotted with medieval towns, the French countryside east of Bordeaux offers more than just superb wine, writes Tess Paterson

Get Glowing

There’s nothing like the romantic glow of candles to give your home a festive sparkle. And it’s so easy to do

Deck The Halls

Flower designer Louise Eichner shares her step-by-step guides on how to make three gorgeous wreaths

Relax, Rest, Sleep

Whether it’s big or small, turn your bedroom into a private retreat with inspiring ideas from these creative designers.

Miracle Worker 

Mirror is one of the most versatile and effective decorating tools. Use it to create a sense of space, improve proportions, add glamour, bring in light and reflect beautiful views – its uses are endless.

Scaling New Heights

Set against a koppie in Bedfordview, Jo’burg, this garden is a stylish blend of natural beauty and modern minimalism.

The Right View

Designed to have an Alpine lodge feel, this house makes a statement while being eco-friendly

Renovations That Count

It’s not always easy to balance renovations that improve your quality of life and add charm to your property, with those that increase its value. We asked a few industry professionals for their opinions

Makeover In A Morning

Tired of your living room? Want to give it a fresh look? Jo’burg interior designer Kirsten Di Clemente has these stylish tips and ideas on how to update the decor – and best of all, it just takes a shopping trip

The Big Cover Up

Do you want to disguise an ugly wall, screen a busy road or a neighbour’s house, or just need a little more privacy? Here are some solutions

Down To Earth

Jane Griffiths explores natural methods of enriching soil and keeping plants healthy

Collecting Märklin Model Railroads With Kevin McCarthy

This Cape train enthusiast uses his technical knowhow to bring his collection to life

Butterfly Heaven

Butterflies bring life, colour and movement to a garden. Follow these six steps to attract them and ensure that they return

Protea Power

The ancient Proteaceae family has a huge diversity of form and spectacular flowers. Here are some of the best new releases

Taking It Easy

The combination of a beautiful setting and great design resulted in a light and airy family home geared for entertaining

The Busy Lizzie Is Back

Thanks to the new, highly disease-resistant bedding impatiens summer gardens can once again be filled with these easy-flowering, colourful shade lovers

Courtyard Bliss

A love affair with the south of France inspired this charming courtyard makeover

Land Of Pleasure

From Port to pasteis, Portugal is a seductive mixof sun-swept views and wonderful wines.

The Good Life

For interior designer Clinton Savage, moving from the city to an estate in the scenic Tokai region represented a new style of living

Tropical Bliss

This family home was freshened up with a colour scheme that echoes the estates fairway and dam.

Style Refresh

Designer Ramona Afonso breathed new life into a dark and dated kitchen with very little mess and fuss.

Star Of The Show

Whether its in the main bathroom or the powder room, make your vanity the centre of attention.

Beauty Queens

Make the most of yourself withthese lovely dressing table ideas.

Honouring The Past

This heritage home in Houghton,Joburg, gained a new lease on life with the addition of contemporary wings