Holiday Cottages, West Coast – Photos
A challenging project, these tiny luxury apartments are only 51sqm big! Each one features an open-plan living, dining room and kitchen, a double room, a twin room and bathroom with walk-in shower. Read the full post here. 6 Furniture from Incanda, Cielo and Hertex create a cosy corner in a tiny living room 37 Second […]
Beach House, North Carolina – Photos
A custom-designed home that embodies the family that inhabits it. This wonderful beach house features unique cabinetry, handmade Italian tiles and bespoke lighting. Read the full post here. 1. Entrance Foyer and stairs 2. Living Room 1 Living Room View 1 2. Living Room 2 Living Room View 2 2. Living Room 3 Living Room […]
6 Reasons Why an Interior Designer Saves You Money
For many people, home is a haven. It is where we spend time with friends and family, where we regroup from the challenges that life throws us, and where we rest and rejuvenate. But it can also be frustrating when you don’t have enough space, you lack storage, or something just isn’t working the way […]
Interior Design: West Coast Holiday Cottages
Project Brief: 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, all fitted into a compact 41sqm. A […]
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 it could be.
Our top 10 home improvement tips
We are a nation of DIY-ers, and here at Homeology we of course completely condone that! Making improvements to your home can add tremendous value to it, but where to start? And how can you be certain that your investment will pay off? Here are the top 10 home improvement tips from principle of Nationlink […]
Keep the Heat High and the Electricity Bill Low!
Did you know that you lose an awful lot of heat through your windows? Especially here in South Africa, where double glazing is not very common. Luckily, you don’t have to go through the trouble of replacing your window – you can keep the chill outside of your home this winter by covering the windows […]
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 […]
12 things I learned in home economics
I think it won’t come as a great shock when I say that I had home economics in high school. It wasn’t a particularly popular subject, except when we did practicals when all the boys would line up at the door to share in the spoils. But honestly, I found home-ec to be one of […]
UPDATE! 5 Great Ideas on Stocking Up Your Bar Cart For Winter
With the cooler weather settling in, it’s time to consider how you’re going to be spending your time inside this winter. Think cosy evenings watching movies, sitting around the fireplace with a good book, or playing hide-and-seek inside with the kids.