Thousands of clay beads, hand-rolled by women in the Midlands, are being used to create exotic chandeliers and jewellery. Lindsay Ord spoke to the creative talent behind the business

The country’s top contemporary designers have hit the gallery scene in New York, and will hopefully come back with a glow of appreciation, writes Helen Grange

Natural wood is beautiful, versatile and it will last for generations. Lindsay Ord looks at how you can add it to your home, one piece at a time

A good outdoor area is a must-have in any home and tiles are ideal for flooring

Classic furniture can look stuffy in today’s interiors, but add a dash of bold colour and it looks stunning, writes Helen Grange

Design Indaba, held annually in Cape Town, is considered to be a world-class showcase of cutting edge design featuring several creative sectors

Have advantages over exotic vegetables dominating our supermarket shelves

A garden in KZN is getting an indigenous makeover and has a piece of history attached to it

A garden in KZN is getting an indigenous makeover and has a piece of history attached to it

Christmas goodies are everywhere, in galleries, markets and shops. But before you splash out on mass-produced goods, take a look at what’s locally made and hand-crafted