As the seasons slowly shift, we’re choosing sustainability and style for both home and leisure.
Colour for a Phygital Age
Plascon’s 2025 Colour Forecast embraces the intersection of digital and physical realities with its vibrant ‘Bright’ colour family. Featuring a dynamic blend of soft neons and vivid fluorescents, this colour palette reflects the energy of the modern world. Inspired by the 'dopamine decor' trend, these hues stimulate joy and creativity.
From Design to Ceramics
Ceramicist Alexandra Palmer’s creative journey has taken her from graphic design to ceramics, embracing an artistic path influenced by her South African roots. Working between the US and Cape Town, her work is a study in minimalism, blending contemporary aesthetics with African-inspired textures and forms. Find her pieces at Iconomy.
Poetry by the Sea
The highly anticipated Poetry of Living concept store is set to open in the iconic former Laughton’s space in Sea Point, Cape Town. ‘We wanted a store that could bring our full lifestyle-offering to life, from ceramics to sleepwear and outdoor furniture,’ says Shelley Prinsloo, general manager of Poetry and Green Thread Design Centre. Poetry has partnered with beloved eatery Our Local to transform the store into a destination where customers can immerse themselves in South African creativity.
Outdoor Artistry
Italian design company Molteni&C’s 2025 collection, Pantalica, redefines outdoor living as a harmonious interplay between nature and sculpture. Conceived by designer Elisa Ossino, the collection embraces timeless, archetypal forms inspired by art, seamlessly integrating sustainability with modern craftsmanship.
A Landmark Transformation
Spier Wine Farm, one of South Africa’s most eco-conscious working wine estates, is poised to welcome guests to its reimagined hotel this March. This major transformation comes at an opportune time, as visitors increasingly seek immersive, sustainability-driven experiences. Guests can explore rewilded indigenous gardens featuring 39 000 fynbos plants, while the expansive wellness spa boasts a Cape Herbal Bath House. The 80-room hotel offers luxury suites, two farm-to-table restaurants and a rooftop sundowner bar, complemented by one of the largest heated pools in the Winelands. March also sees the return of their annual light festival.
Elevate Wellness
Elevate your wellness rituals with Ceremony Matcha Tea, a blend packed with antioxidants designed to invigorate the mind and body. Sourced from the finest green tea leaves, it delivers a vibrant, earthy flavour while promoting mental clarity, energy and holistic well being.
Bathroom Luxury
AXOR’s latest collection, designed by Philippe Starck, redefines bathroom luxury. The ‘Shell’ tone (a muted, greyish pink) introduces refined softness, ideal for a serene retreat. Crafted from durable SolidSurface material, each fixture blends sleek minimalism with enduring craftsmanship, balancing functionality and sophistication.
Design Finds
Luxurious and handcrafted, the Mayu Swirl carafe transforms tap, filtered or bottled water into rich, oxygenated, pH-balanced perfection. Expertly designed for those with a discerning taste for unique homeware, each item is crafted with meticulous attention to detail, blending timeless aesthetics with contemporary sophistication.
Sustainable Living
A game-changer in sustainable living, Shisha Eco Briquettes are long-burning macadamia-nut briquettes that offer an eco-friendly alternative to conventional coal. Made from renewable by-products, they burn cleaner and longer — a conscious choice for those seeking sustainable solutions without compromising on quality.
Clean Slate
Made in Spain, available only at Italtile, the Axis collection reinvents the natural scale effects of slate. Combining an earthy yet sophisticated aesthetic, the tiles bring a touch of Spanish flair to both interior and exterior spaces.
Text by Catherine Mo
