by Durran | May 30, 2025 | Blogs
Solid wood furniture has a quiet permanence. It feels grounded, it wears in rather than wearing out, and it tends to look better as the years pass. For many homes, choosing solid timber isn’t just a style preference — it’s a decision to buy less often, choose...
by Durran | Apr 24, 2025 | Blogs
Freedom Day on April 27 is a chance to pause, reflect, and celebrate what makes South Africa distinctive — including the creativity and skill of local makers. If you’re using the long weekend as a moment to refresh your home, focusing on locally made pieces is...
by Durran | Apr 8, 2025 | Blogs
Lighting has shifted from being purely practical to being one of the easiest ways to change how a home feels. Many South African homes are moving away from a single harsh overhead light and using layered lighting instead — softer, warmer, and far more...
by Durran | Mar 20, 2025 | Blogs
A bathroom renovation can be one of the most satisfying upgrades in a home — not just because it looks better, but because it improves how the space works every day. If your bathroom feels cramped, poorly lit, or outdated, a few well-planned changes can make it...
by Durran | Mar 20, 2025 | Blogs
A lounge works best when people can move easily, settle in comfortably, and talk without having to shout across the room. Good conversation doesn’t happen by accident — it’s often a result of layout: distance, angles, sightlines, and flow. Here are a few practical...
