House and Leisure

House and Leisure – For those who want to celebrate all aspects of contemporary, stylish living in South Africa. House and Leisure is more than just a décor magazine. It’s the local premium brand with authority on Stylish SA at Home and Play. A source of warmth and pride, loved for celebrating the positives of life in South Africa, it’s the only decor home magazine that also offers strong leisure and lifestyle editorial content. Please note: this digital version of the magazine does not include the covermount items you would find on printed newsstand copies.

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new eyes • House and Leisure Contributing Art Editor Zanele Kumalo explores how reframing has the potential to heal

living with art • You've probably noticed that art is everywhere you look throughout the pages of House and Leisure. Here are just some of our favourite artfilled spaces, to set the scene for yet another gallery-esque edition…

reframe • These local creatives are in the business of reexamining their worlds, through their cultural contributions as well as their personal panache

past, present, future • House and Leisure Contributing Decor Editor Sanri Pienaar collaborates with three local decor brands on their new collections, referencing methods, materials and memories of the past that resonate today and tomorrow

spot light • Leading local showrooms set the scene and make a statement… …with lighting designed to intrigue, indulge and inspire

art unbound • House and Leisure Contributing Art Editor, Zanele Kumalo, reflects on the theme of this year's Investec Cape Town Art Fair

book club • Our contributing editors recommend books that have made an impact on their ways of thinking and shaped their paths in life

more than just a shop • Long-time Kloof Street local AKJP is reframing the retail experience in fresh new ways

chef's special • Chefs might just be the masters of reinterpretation. Meet four who are reframing traditions to elevate their craft and delight

inner space • Untethered from convention, artist Justin Brett's approach to his work echoes that of his space-making

historical homage • A Georgian home in Green Point has been given a sophisticated update that brings out its unique historic features, while adding light-filled layers of elegance and ease

retro revamp • A renovated mid-century apartment in Johannesburg pays homage to its Brazilian-modernist heritage and artistic influences

urban update • A 1950s townhouse in Vredehoek was brought into the 21 st century to maximise its incredible views of Signal Hill, the city and the harbour beyond

heritage curated • This Victorian home in Cape Town has been given a beautifully considered update that preserves its heritage, while creating a quirky, art-filled living space

apartment alteration • The Joburg apartment of a busy lawyer underwent an internal remodel to promote quiet and slowness, in contrast with her fast-paced professional life

modern makeover • This revamped mid-century Cape Town apartment is filled with natural light and combines an earthy simplicity with cultivated visual appeal

suburban revival • A modernist Stellenbosch home is revived as an inviting family retreat for its young family

The power of collaboration • House and Leisure editor-at-large Nandi Dlepu ponders the challenges and benefits of collaborating with others

Art + Design = Creative hub • The House and Leisure team explores Johannesburg's newest home for creativity, which has been brought to life by some of the city's brightest names in art and design

Design + Expertise = Intricate style • House and...