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Interior trends have always moved in circles. Items once dismissed as outdated often return with new meaning, styled in a way that feels current rather than cluttered. Today’s designers are less ...

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Microfibre towels are so effective in cleaning tools against some of your home’s biggest messes. Whether you’re battling a ...

A little patience goes a long way with gardenias. Once settled, they reward you with lush greenery and beautifully scented blooms that turn any room into a calm, welcoming space.

Hot, dry spells don’t have to spell disaster. Here’s how to keep beds, borders, veg and pots alive through a summer drought with better watering, smart shade and small habit shifts.

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Here at home, South African architects are quietly reshaping what minimalism really means - and why it makes so much sense ...

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Before you fall for a pretty leaf, here are a few popular plants experts suggest skipping - and what to know instead.

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