The Land Of OZ

Art galleries, great architecture, wonderful food and accessible, scenic countryside make Melbourne a destination for all ages

Centre Of Attraction

No space for a water feature? A water lily garden in a pot is the solution

Fresh Perspective

Clever use of screed, metal and wood transformed Sara Glenny’s bland kitchen into a chic urban space.

A Highveld Classic

This family home in Irene offsets its generous scale with a sense of intimacy and comfort

Beautiful Bedroom Updates

If your bedroom is looking a little tired and jaded, here are some clever ways to turn it into a restful retreat this winter

The Perfect Retreat

Majestic trees, surrounded by verdant beds and the sound of birdsong make this rambling garden in the KZN Midlands the ideal sanctuary

Up In A Flash

Pre-constructed off-site and totally off the grid, this modular timber home in the Karoo is as beautiful as it is green

Collecting Cameras With David Bennett

This self-confessed compulsive collector has more than 600 cameras and accessories, many dating from before 1960

Sheer Brilliance

Thanks to a practical open-plan layout, this dull room became a Pretoria family’s dream kitchen

As Good As New

Reworking the layout and replacing the dated finishes turned this apartment into a stylish, modern space.

An Urban Oasis

This small garden was radically revamped to form an extension of the Naudes’ Bali-style house.

Oh So Easy

Nothing heralds spring like bulbs. Here’s a selection of indigenous and exotic stunners that’ll brighten up your garden with the least amount of fuss.

Leaf Power

When selecting shrubs, focus on those with colourful foliage and beautiful texture. Here are 10 that’ll liven up your garden.

Natural Attraction

Home to a family of four, this contemporary house was designed according to their changing needs.

Inside Story

Clear your home, and hopefully your mind, with these stylish storage solutions.

Practice - Made Perfect

Flowing beds, masses of carefree plants and peaceful views define this colourful country garden.

perfect harmony

by simply moving furniture around and bringing in a few new pieces, interior designer dylan thomaz rejuvenated this hout bay home, while creating interiors that suited both his clients’ tastes

Everlasting Appeal

Part of the charm of this Cape Town garden is that it’s constantly evolving.

Simply Spectacular

Discover the spectacular beauty of South Africa’s indigenous orchids. Here are some of the best ones suitable for growing at home.

The city of seven hills

Beautiful tiles, magnificent art, vintage trams and custard tarts were just some of the discoveries Judy Bryant made on a visit to Lisbon, the capital of Portugal

On Top Of The World

This house underwent a contemporary makeover inspired by the beauty of its mountain surrounds

The Essence Of Spring

The Hayhoe's Nottingham road country garden is a joyful ode to spring

Tree Of Life

Soweto artist Ramarutha Makoba’s monotypes express the importance of family and community.

Going Organic

Rich woodgrains play a starring role in this renovated bathroom

A New Level

A love of French style lies at the heart of this immaculate garden in Cape Town.

Brave Heart

When Debbie and Robert Coombe couldn’t find a suitable house for their growing family, they took on the challenge of rebuilding their own

Comfort Zone

The bathroom is one place where you can escape the demands of daily life. Although these three soothing sanctuaries have different styles, they were all designed to pamper

Face Value

Portraits can add unique and intriguing elements to a home. Here are some expert guidelines on how and where to hang them

The Dream Team

This Fresnaye apartment makes a simple, elegant style statement

After Dark

With well-planned lighting, you can enhance the enjoyment of your outdoor living area and extend its use long after the sun has set