Harmony In SIMPLICITY

Minimalism and gardening make a surprisingly harmonious pairing with the right design and a return to the basics

AGGIES FOR EVERY OCCASION

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

How To DIY Textured Wall Art

This minimalist style artwork is easy and inexpensive to make, the creative process is liberating, and anyone can do it!

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

Sowing the Seeds

With little to no access to funds, transport, education or job security, members of the community often need to make ends meet in the most creative ways, and that's exactly what Renshia Manuel did when she founded GrowBox

PARED DOWN

While blooms are wonderful, September lends itself to starting your minimalism journey instead

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

Thirsty For Less

Water-wise plants are not only eco-friendly, but they can also add unique textures and colours to South African gardens

Outside In

When architect Nadine Engelbrecht built a home for her parents on a farm outside Pretoria in South Africa, not only did she bring the outside in with a double-volume conservatory at its centre, but she also took the house off the grid

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

Green Living

Situated on upper Bree Street in Cape Town, The Fynbos will be the first truly biophilic structure on the continent. The developers, Lurra Capital, share their insights into this nature-inspired space with us

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...

Cosy by the Coast

Enjoying the off-season in the magnificent Namaqua National Park

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

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

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

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

Power Neutrals

10 of the best serene, composed and relaxing living rooms

Step Softly

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

OLD SCHOOL COOL

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