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10 ways to use paint this weekend 10 ways to use paint this weekendDate: 22/11/2015

Whether it's a mini spruce-up or a major makeover, paint is one of the easiest ways to update your home...

A grand entrance A grand entranceDate: 08/11/2015

The use of bold colour and a striking wallpaper energised a previously uninspiring entrance...

In full flower In full flowerDate: 21/09/2015

This is the best time of the year for flowers, whether you're picking them from your garden or buying them at the local market...

Instant face lifts to refresh your bathroom Instant face lifts to refresh your bathroomDate: 31/08/2015

Steal these easy ideas to give your bathroom a fresh new look...

Mixing old and new, an unexpected twist Mixing old and new, an unexpected twistDate: 26/07/2015

Incorporating family heirlooms into modern interiors or placing contemporary accessories in a vintage home adds a unique...

Larger than Life - make the most of compact spaces Larger than Life - make the most of compact spacesDate: 07/07/2015

Here are 10 great ways to make the most of compact spaces...

All in order All in orderDate: 14/06/2015

Make your kitchen more efficient with these stylish ways to maximise storage space...

A sweet pea spectacle A sweet pea spectacleDate: 18/05/2015

Now's the time to sow seeds for a fragrant display in late winter and spring...

Winning formula - how to approach re-decorating your home Winning formula - how to approach re-decorating your homeDate: 10/04/2015

Want to redecorate a room but not sure where to start? We asked three top interior designers to tell us how they go about it...

Sweet Indulgence Sweet IndulgenceDate: 28/02/2015

This year, treat yourself to a space that'll give you more me-time, quality time with your family or allow you to start and end...

Take it outside - showers in the open air Take it outside - showers in the open airDate: 08/02/2015

Having a shower in the open air is the most refreshing way you can start and end a hot summer's day...

Eco Styling Eco StylingDate: 25/01/2015

An environmentally conscious Bakoven couple repurposed every brick when they converted their 1970s house into a bright contemp...

Full-blown and fabulous - decorate with overscaled florals Full-blown and fabulous - decorate with overscaled florals Date: 22/11/2014

This summer overscaled florals are huge in interiors. Here are three stylish ways to incorporate them into your home.

Good as New - home refresh with wallpapers & fabrics Good as New - home refresh with wallpapers & fabricsDate: 15/11/2014

With their shared passion for wallpapers and fabrics, the new owners of this vintage gem have given it a fresh, contemporary...

In Bloom - contemporary flower arranging In Bloom - contemporary flower arrangingDate: 19/10/2014

Now's the perfect time to create vibrant displays with striking seasonal flowers. We asked events specialist Stefan Norval of ...

The Bright stuff The Bright stuffDate: 13/09/2014

Stepping out of their comfort zone and adding dollops of bold colour helped a professional couple totally revamp what once was ...

Going undercover - transform your bedroom Going undercover - transform your bedroomDate: 23/08/2014

Your bedroom should be the most tranquil room in the house - and even more so in winter. Take inspiration from these stylish ...

Style Counsel Style CounselDate: 19/07/2014

We look at the design essentials of three popular kitchen styles, and reveal how to make each one work for you. A classically ...

In the Mood - amazing bathroom upgrade In the Mood - amazing bathroom upgradeDate: 22/06/2014

Trudie Kannemeyer's Cape bathroom went from being a purely functional space to glamorous 'spathroom'. "My bathroom was dated, ...

Planning ahead Planning aheadDate: 20/05/2014

Plant bulbs in containers now an you'll reap the rewards in spring

Level best Level bestDate: 04/04/2014

A couple swap high-rise living for a compact single-storey home in Kyalami, Jo'burg, and find that the views are just as imp...

Bonjour! Bonjour!Date: 15/03/2014

Interior designer Cheryl Herweg came to the rescue of an outdated teenager's bedroom in Melkbos, Cape Town. This bedroom was ...

Winning rooms Winning roomsDate: 01/02/2014

We're delighted to announce the winner and runner-up of our Refresh, Renovate, Redecorate room makeover competition in ...

A Modern Twist in home décor A Modern Twist in home décorDate: 07/12/2013

It might seem like a big commitment to use pattern on a large feature like a wall or sofa, but timeless prints can be just as ...

Naturally successful Naturally successfulDate: 01/12/2013

Want to live in harmony with nature and conserve natural resources? Start small with these mixed pots filled with beautiful and...

Fuss-free Beauties Fuss-free BeautiesDate: 09/11/2013

Roses that are always ready to flower yet don't need pampering are the answer for time-pressed gardeners. Here are four that ...

Building Character Building CharacterDate: 28/09/2013

Salvaged gates, doors and windows were lovingly sourced by the owners to bring this rundown Cape home back to life.

Tasteful Splendour Tasteful SplendourDate: 21/09/2013

Bursting with an array of herbs and vegetables, Christopher and Susan Greiq's kitchen garden meets more than 70 percent of ...

GH's Best... Kitchen Ideas GH's Best... Kitchen IdeasDate: 14/09/2013

The Garden and Home team have seen some wonderfu kitchen ideas over the years - here are our favourites.

Get the Look For Less In Your Apartment Get the Look For Less In Your ApartmentDate: 26/07/2013

With an astute eye for a bargain and some creative flair, it's possible to put together a great scheme without blowing your ...

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