Posts By Karien Slabbert

Window frames come in a wide variety of styles and materials, suited to different needs. We bring you our top trends and where to use them.

The right hedge will create a strong design element in your garden. They’re also effective at attracting birdlife and purifying the air. Read our top 5 reasons to grow a hedge.

Creating a landscaped space with local indigenous plants is a great way to garden sustainably and incorporate plants that will thrive in our local environment.

Take your indoor plants from so-so to stunning with our choice of one-of-a-kind pots.

Know your Agapanthus from your Amaryllis, or Dahlias from Delphiniums? These flowers will contribute towards a breathtaking summer garden.

If you’re still deciding whether to choose a muted or bold colour for your bedroom walls, take a look at our definitive guide to bedroom colour.

If you haven’t already noticed, sage green has been popping up everywhere. From kitchen appliances to sofas and walls, this energising colour has been dubbed the “new neutral”. We show you how to incorporate it into your home.

Cultivate your family’s interest in gardening with these cool holiday garden-focused activities.

Bored of the coffee table look you’ve had for the past few years? We share coffee table-styling tips from the pros.

When is a holiday home a solid investment? Here’s what you need to consider when purchasing a piece of paradise.

Ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arrangement, is a sophisticated and elegant way of incorporating floral design into your home.

Eliminating the use of plastic straws, incorporating glass jars into your system … there are many ways to “detox” your home.

The trend for organic-shaped, one-of-a-kind tableware is set to stay. Feast your eyes on our round-up of the best locally made plates and platters.

Ever thought about having a vertical garden but weren’t sure where to start? We share a few creative ideas to incorporate greenery into your living spaces.

Be ahead of the game by tapping into the latest bathroom trends.