Christmas is almost upon us – only one month away, in fact! And, rather than leaving things for the last minute, try to get your home ready for the season’s festivities now. There are several ways you can prepare for the fun and games that are coming. And Christmas Eve is stressful enough without worrying…
Let’s face it, South African summers are hot. And, while we love the balmy, warm weather, we also like being able to come home to a cool sanctuary. Where the temperature drops a bit and we can cool off from the day’s activities. To help you in your quest to keep cool, we’ve got some…
Summer is all around us. The sun is shining, the breeze is calling, and we’re dreaming of elegant outdoor furniture where you can laze the days away. This year, it’s all about making the most of what you have, from multi-purpose seating to repurposing indoor items. The warm weather is here, so it’s time to…
Too early to be thinking about Christmas decorations? We don’t think so. And, apparently, neither do any of the stores or shopping malls. Every year, the festive season brings a certain amount of excitement and – at times – trepidation about the extra expenses you have to accommodate in the month of December. But in…
Many years ago, this room was tucked away at the back of the house. Hidden out of sight along with the pantry, scullery and laundry room. The majority of the time, it was used only by staff and was, therefore, decidedly unglamorous. It was where food was prepared and dishes were washed and where home…
Just because your living room, bathroom, kitchen or bedroom might be on the smaller side doesn’t mean you have to lose out on beautiful design. We want to turn every room in your home into a place where you can spend time and relax. Even if you’re one of the many small space inhabitants. These…
Our homes should be a refuge. The place where we can unwind and feel calm after a stressful day in the frantic outside world. These days, however, our homes have become the place where we do everything – teach our kids, do our jobs, entertain ourselves. Because of the chaotic events of this year, more…
Bathrooms are often some of the smallest rooms in the house, so people tend to pay them little attention. But, they’re one of the easiest rooms to spruce up – because you’re only dealing with a limited space. And, isn’t it worth adding a touch of luxe to your home if you can? Especially if…
Struggling to master the art of keeping your indoor plants alive? We don’t blame you. Not all of us are blessed with green fingers, so maintaining thriving house plants can be a challenging task. And, if one dies, we still take it very personally. We’ve made an easy list of the do’s and don’ts for…
This summer, we’re going back to the basics. And getting in touch with the natural world around us. With these easy home tips, you’ll be able to reconnect with the outdoors in interesting and affordable ways. Return to nature and be inspired by natural, organic materials like wood grains, hessian, marble and more. There are…