This family found their dream escape in one of KwaZulu-Natal’s most popular holiday spots. Boasting a warm, tropical climate for most of the year, this perfect place can be enjoyed any time of the year.
The property chosen needed a bit of TLC as the interior was quite dull. “The house was filled with very dark furniture and dark balustrades. We started by converting the staircase, featuring glass balustrades with marble stairs – a very light, clean look,” says Marianne Adams from Frans Alexander Interiors.
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Countertop Chic
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Breathtaking Bedrooms
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At Home With ... Richard Hirsch
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Bathroom Bliss
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Drinks Up!
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Designer Touch
A calming mood sets the tone for this luxurious contemporary home
Mix It Up
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ON display
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Paving the Way
The right paving can boost the kerbside appeal of your home, writes Anél Lewis
Aerial Search and Rescue
The recent devastating flooding in KwaZulu-Natal, in which over 400 people have died, has once again highlighted South Africa's deficiency in terms of aerial search and rescue aircraft.
Wilderness Wonder
Deep Woods Survival Pack
The Rise of Macadamia Production in KZN
The macadamia industry is making inroads into what have traditionally been sugar cane areas. From Malelane in Mpumalanga to Pongola in KwaZulu-Natal, cane is being replaced by nuts as farmers hope to capitalise on better returns from the market. Is this the boon they have been waiting for? Lindi Botha reports.
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Free for All
"In august 2020 the results of the critical vulture nesting survey held annually in Zululand, northern KwaZulu-Natal (KZN), were sobering."
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Meow
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