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"There is no such thing as a new idea” – words famously uttered by Mark Twain. “It is impossible. We simply take a lot of old ideas and put them into a sort of mental kaleidoscope. We give them a turn, and they make new and curious combinations.” I

What do you love most about the great outdoors? I love early mornings – the sounds of the open country at sunrise. Some people describe it as silence, but there’s a lot to hear and a lot going on, if you take a moment to listen. With an ear for goo

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Held at the Paris Nord Villepinte exhibition complex, the show explored trends in consumer behaviour driven by generations Y and Z, with a focus on the way consumers are bringing nature and sustainable materials back into their lifestyle. The next Ma

It isn’t every day that you do something life-threateningly stupid. Our cities and towns are bubbles of civilisation, and just outside their confines are South Africa’s wild lands – great open spaces in which the landscape is the same as it was thous

My fondest memories of growing up on the University of Fort Hare campus with a father who lectured botany – the late Professor Oswald Makunga – and a mother who was renowned in our little town of Alice for her spectacular garden, are linked to having

I like to think of myself as an outdoors person, having grown up in a family of fisherfolk, boat builders and divers. But I was an urban sea person, launching boats from ramps in Three Anchor Bay, or close to what is now the V&A Waterfront in Cape To

marks a very special occasion for Mazda: it is the year the company becomes a shinise. In Japan, this term is reserved for companies with an exceptionally long history and proud tradition. On 30 January, Mazda celebrated its 100th anniversary – and w

CX-30 A new addition to the Mazda line-up, sitting between the CX-3 and CX-5 models, this compact crossover combines the bold proportions of an SUV with the elegant styling of Kodo design. CX-5 A unique combination of speed and grace defines the co

ROBYN AGULHAS Streetwear designer, Cape Town What do you love most about being a designer? It has taken me a long time to discover my creativity and to find what I’m truly passionate about. I had doubts about my ability for so many years, even t

It’s not often Carmen Kelly and Susie Hart of Durban design house Georgette Black get such a brief brief. “Make it pink!” was the call from beauty-salon owner Annie Ludick. “Her brief was even in capital letters on the WhatsApp message!” says Carmen,

During my apprenticeship with local artist Wim Botha, I worked on weekends at his studio, designing my own pieces. That’s when I developed my signature 5mm steel bench leg, made specifically to hold large timber beams. I sourced old timber from a far

1. DORTMUND HEXAGON Used on its own, the Dortmund Hexagon delivers a classic marble look. To add a decorative difference to the space, combine it with the Dortmund Border Hexagon, which creates a honeycomb pattern. Matte • 225 x 259 x 9mm • From R49

Art is as much a part of the Spier brand as its fine wines and delicious food, and about 3 200 artworks have been assembled by the Spier Arts Trust in a celebrated collection. At any given time, about 900 of these are on display at various indoor and

his modern instrument of the people may be dominated by big brand names such as Fender and Gibson, but the work and recognition of the true luthier as a master craftsperson is far from declining. It’s a discipline drawn from the old standard of works

The designs featured in this collection are inspired by the silhouetted rooftops of Taourirt, one of Morocco’s best-known kasbahs – and the location for countless film shoots, including Gladiator (2000) and some episodes of Game of Thrones. R680/m².

The Melt range is a collaboration between Tom Dixon and the Swedish design collective, Front. The lamps’ appearance is reminiscent of molten glass or the interior of a glacier, and the design was born out of the quest to create an organic, naturalist

cremadesign.co.za Highly reflective, with a warm metallic glow, this stretched sphere light is also available in copper and blue.  cremadesign.co.za Inspired by natural shapes, these tables are available in various sizes and colours.  georgegibbens

It all began with the award-winning Tutu 2.0 light, Thabisa Mjo’s first take on melding traditional crafts with technology – while sharing stories of South Africa’s diverse cultures –in order to create a contemporary South African design aesthetic. H

Certified as the world’s largest collection of craft exhibitors under one roof, the IHGF Delhi Fair showcases India’s unique products, contemporary design and hand-crafting skills. The biannual event takes place in spring and autumn, and is organised

Produced via cold distillation, this syrupy, molasses-based rum is aged in American oak barrels for a minimum of three months. Expect smooth caramel flavours with touches of cinnamon and citrus clove on the palate, and a warm, lingering, spicy aftert

Phaidon, R670 Focused on the expert advice of renowned Great Dixter gardener Aaron Bertelsen for successfully “growing your own” fresh produce in containers, this beautifully designed volume also includes 50 recipes that deliciously showcase the resu