Home Renovation 101: Seeing the potential in a home
I have a bit of experience when it comes to home renovation. As much as I aspire to one day move into an entirely newly built house, the older homes in need of a little imagination have always gotten my attention. I enjoy walking into a space that is unloved and underused, and seeing what […]
Interior Design: House Bruwer, Paarl
Take a sneak peek into a very personal renovation project! I am chronicling the entire process in a separate series of posts, but without going into too much detail, here are some pictures. AFTER In this case, I believe it is better to show you the after pictures first. A lofty open-plan kitchen, dining room […]
Interior Design: West Coast Holiday Apartments
Before… These small, neglected apartments were ideally situated on a hill overlooking the St Helena Bay coastline. The location was no doubt the biggest drawing card for the new owner. Each of the 4 units has 2 bedrooms, a bathroom and an open-plan living and dining area. A small patio makes the most of the […]
DIY Pot Rest with a Tile Stamp
I received the beautifully hand-painted pot rest featured above from my sister after a trip to Turkey. The delicate patterns inspired me to start playing around. And for those of you who have been visiting us for a while, you’ll know that I absolutely LOVE stamps. I have stamped walls, floors, a staircase, and even […]
6 Reasons Why an Interior Designer Saves You Money
According to trend expert Li Edelkoort, our homes and the way we live in them are becoming increasingly important. The idea of the home as a haven away from the daily onslaught of modern life is more prominent than ever. We are more prone to entertaining at home and spending time at home than before. […]
How to Do The Tropical Trend for Grown-Ups
I love botanical prints and leafy greens – both on my plate and in my home. The tropical trend has been going for a while now, but I am a bit over the pink flamingoes, and banana-leaf scatters. That’s not all that this trend is about, however! Here’s my take on the Tropical Trend for Grown […]
7 playful interiors that don’t take themselves too seriously
When Did Interior Design Become Such A Serious Business? I remember a time when it was fun to move my room around. Or when I convinced my parents that I wanted to sponge-paint my room in bright azure (thanks mom and dad for the freedom!). I even painted a floral pattern on calico and used […]
How to put together an interior design concept
One of the most significant challenges when starting a new interior project is getting the concept right. But where do you even start?! Use this handy step-by-step guide to put together a concept that looks good and works for your budget – without breaking a sweat! Lets first look at what a concept is and […]
Taking a long hard look at curtain hardware
Window dressing can make a massive impact on a home: it frames the windows and adds softness, colour, texture and pattern to a room. But window dressing does not only consist of curtains: the curtain poles have a huge impact on the overall look as well. There is a large variety of curtain poles, tracks […]
What is the best way to mix prints like a pro in your home?
When I think of mixing prints, I am reminded of the heyday of florals and stripes in the 90’s. Everything was pink, peach, and pale blue with touches of burgundy for a formal setting and splashes of soft turquoise to keep things light. Although terribly outdated now, this laid the foundation for many interior brands […]