Interior and design trends for 2022 and beyond are taking inspiration in terms of colour, texture and shapes from various natural forms as a new veneration for all things natural and imbued with experience and history becomes more important to us.
Step into a bygone era, a wonderland where time stands still. Current owners, Sue and Bernard, bought this expansive Stellenbosch property almost two decades ago, and with the help of architect Gerrit van der Wolf, transformed it into a fun and exciting land to be explored by child and adult … Read more
We look at what defines CAPE COD – its key design elements both architecturally and the interior design.
Sitting Down has as many variations as there are brilliant design minds to conceive of them. We exam and deconstruct a few of them here. And learn their names.
Over the last few months we have formalized the relationship between location agencies in South Africa and have given strength to the National Association of Location Agents. our terms and conditions are outlined here and are in line with what has been discussed between the production companies that we work … Read more
houzz = How to Have your own mini wildflower meadow in the city Inspired by all things English today thanks to another royal wedding – plus just love the idea of a meadow in the city. Gravel paths also such a great idea to keep our gardens waterwise and they … Read more
I dont know about you, but in our world, things are ramping up for a big spring market!! So I thought I would share a few design tips and trends for the New Year…. Please remember, not all of this applies if you are selling a home. It is great … Read more
It’s November, the sun has returned, days are longer and for the last few days, the wind has been pumping. Yes, it’s early summer in Cape Town. Each season we are all breathless for what the fashionistas will prescribe as the overwhelmingly popular look for interiors and exteriors for the … Read more
A home office can be one of the most important rooms in a house, but it often gets overlooked. As a place of work, home offices are often cold, bland and uninspired. Here’ are a few tips on how to make a more creative, inspiring and productive space. Lighting Getting … Read more
I have long been a fan of Lucia van der Post, daugher of our own Laurens Van der Post. Regarded as one of the most stylish women in England and a doyene of good taste, I have always agreed with her that the things that matter in a house, apart … Read more
Being without power for over 80 hours can wake you up to the realities of how life is for far too many.
In this blog we discuss the rise and rise of glamour and opulence in interior design as midcentury modern takes a momentary back seat.
There is something about Grand Dames that is so fascinating. Ladies of a certain age who have conquered their field and who seem to get stronger and better with each passing year. Right up there with the cream of the crop is the extraordinary Iris Apfel!! You may not be … Read more
A slightly different blog post today. I’ve been thinking a lot about excellence and success this week – pondering what that looks like and how one can attain it. There is so much written on mindset, success, the law of attraction you could continue reading forever and never get to … Read more
Until 18h30 on August 4, 2016 , I had never heard of, nor seen the work of Jill Joubert and so was not prepared for the visual feast that hit me that first Thursday as I walked into the Smith Gallery in Cape Town.Smith gallery were hosting an exhibition titled … Read more
Once a year its imperative (if we wish to remain creative and sane) that we take a break from the everyday grind and we go and explore a new place – a new way of thinking and of looking at the world. Hence we found ourselves this year on a … Read more
Jeanne from Shoot my House explores the wonderful world of architecture and design according to Macio Miszewski
It’s the 4th of July. A day for fireworks, festivals and parties in the US of A. For us its the middle of winter and really pretty chilly. Every winter I complain bitterly about the fact that South African houses are not designed to handle the cold. It seems the … Read more
This year Shoot My House is 8 years old. Its been an exciting journey so far and now we are ready to take it to the next level. The company began because of a love both of film as well as a love of architecture and interiors and also a … Read more
