Slow Cooking Season: 5 Comfort Recipes for Cosy Nights In
From rich oxtail to fragrant Cape Malay flavours, these South African-inspired slow cooker recipes are perfect for effortless, heartwarming winter dining
From Soil to Stone: Sourcing Local Materials for South African Homes
Discover the beauty and sustainability of sourcing South African materials – from clay brick to sandstone – for interiors, landscaping and architecture.
The Winter Entertaining Guide: Warm, Intimate Gatherings at Home
Discover how to host beautifully warm and intimate winter gatherings at home, from layered lighting and seasonal menus to considered table settings and cosy entertainment designs.
Mother’s Day Gift Guide 2026: Elegant Finds to Celebrate Her
From indulgent afternoon teas, to timeless fragrance and cosy homeware – these gifts are designed to celebrate the women who shape our lives with style and grace
A Moment of Stillness: Cosy Retreats for a South African Winter
From private stays to misty mountain retreats, South Africa’s winter reveals a softer, slower beauty – inviting travellers to pause, unwind, and stay a little longer.
Garage Goals: Functional Designs That Maximise Space and Style
Discover practical garage design solutions for South African homes, from durable flooring to efficient storage systems that transform garages into highly functional, stylish spaces.
Sophie Ashby’s ‘Speak Back’ Installation: One of Milan Design Week’s Most Poetic Moments
Sophie Ashby and Sister by Studio Ashby debut the ‘Speak Back’ installation at Alcova during Milan Design Week 2026 – an immersive showcase of sculptural creations designed to spark dialogue
The Rugs We Love Right Now: 5 Stylish Foundations for Every Room
From designer rugs to bold statement pieces, these are the rugs we’re loving right now. Discover our edition of the most stylish rugs to shop in South Africa
Poolside Oasis: Designing Surfaces, Shade & Safety for Elevated Outdoor Living
Explore how surfaces, sculptural shade, and intelligent safety details transform the modern poolside into a refined outdoor oasis that balances beauty and function.
The Power of One: Statement Pieces That Define a Room
Discover how a single statement piece – whether lighting, furniture or a sculptural bath – can anchor and elevate an entire interior with confidence and style
How to Choose the Right Rug Shape for Your Space
Discover how to choose the perfect rug shape for any room. Learn how proportion, layout, and flow influence rectangular, round, runner, and oval rug decisions
90s Décor Is Back: Iconic Pieces Making a Stylish Comeback
The 1990s are having a confident return to the design world. From glossy modular storage and chrome accents, these nostalgic décor pieces are being included in contemporary home design.
Botanical Garden Destinations to Visit in South Africa This Year
Explore South Africa’s most beautiful garden destinations, from Cape Town to the Lowveld, showcasing diverse indigenous landscapes and botanical richness.
The Power of Flow: How Functional Layouts Shape Better Interiors
Explore how functional interior layouts enhance flow, comfort and everyday living, turning beautiful interiors into spaces that truly work
Light the Room Right: A Guide to Layered Lighting at Home
Layered lighting is the secret. By combining ambient, task and accent lighting, homeowners can transform rooms into flexible spaces that adapt to everyday living
Vertical Gardening for South African Homes: Wall Planters and Trellises That Truly Work
When space is limited but greenery is essential, vertical gardening offers a beautifully practical solution, transforming walls, balconies and courtyards into lush living canvases
A Meditative Reset: Inside a Reimagined Apartment at Gardens of Beijing
When an almost-finished apartment failed to feel like home, its owners chose the radical option: demolish everything and begin again. The result is a powerful interior designed for restoration.
The Return of the Vintage Dining Room: Mixing Old Charm with Modern Living
Vintage dining rooms are quietly returning to modern homes, bringing character, warmth and a sense of story to contemporary spaces
Future-Proof Living: The Self-Sufficient South African Home
As occasional power cuts, water scarcity and rising temperatures reshape everyday life, a new generation of South African homes is being designed to operate independently of fragile infrastructure.
Luke Dale Roberts Brings Culinary Excellence to the Heart of the Kalahari
Globally celebrated chef Luke Dale Roberts will open a visionary new restaurant at South Africa’s Tswalu Kalahari Reserve, joining world-class cuisine with the breathtaking Kalahari landscape.
The Enduring Magic of Swan Lake Returns to the Stage in Johannesburg
This August, Cape Ballet Africa brings a new production of the beloved classic to Johannesburg’s Teatro at Montecasino for a limited season
Landscaping in the Age of Climate Change: Designing Gardens That Adapt
Indigenous planting, permeable materials and regenerative soil practices are defining a new era of beautiful, climate-adaptive design.
European Elegance Meets Family Living: Maria DeCotiis’ Vancouver Design
A Vancouver home transferred into a blend of European sophistication and family-friendly functionality
Reforest Fest 2026: Restore, Celebrate, Connect
This Easter, immerse yourself in nature, music, and hands-on restoration at Greenpop’s Reforest Fest 2026. Give Back to the Landscape You Love