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Our homes are our sanctuary. They provide a safe place where we can be productive and creative. As we spend so much time in our homes, it’s important to create spaces that enhance our mood and stimulate creativity. An easy way to do this is by introducing colo

A family’s labour of love has helped transform an established Pearl Valley property into a dream home. The owners, working with an architect and engineer, spent several months on the renovations that they say turned their “beige and boring, and not very pretty

You’ll love The Boulevard, a new luxury development in Houghton priced to sell, and located a mere 100 metres away from the established Old Eds Club.   Full title cluster homes at The Boulevard in Houghton Johannesburg starts at an extremely keen price of

With its central location, excellent schools and amenities, as well as its enviable lifestyle, Craighall Park – one of Johannesburg’s most established suburbs – remains a sought-after suburb to live. Priced at R2.799 million through Pam Golding Properties is a

Pretoria is currently experiencing an increase in new developments, including commercial and mixed-use precincts, says Retha Schutte, Pam Golding Properties Pretoria regional executive. Green homes at Magnolia Meadows are priced below R3 million. “The massive

A new bespoke development in Houghton makes it possible for first-time buyers and young families to live in one of Johannesburg’s affluent and well-established suburbs. Cluster homes at The Boulevard in Houghton in Johannesburg are priced from R4.39 million. T

Demand for precinct and lifestyle living is seeing an increase in the number of new commercial and residential property developments in select areas in the City of Tshwane in Gauteng. Roundabout Brooklyn, is Pretoria’s first pet-friendly apartment building tha

Sales continue apace in the Trilogy Collection, a R1.15 billion residential development located in Menlyn Maine, Tshwane Municipality’s first mixed-use precinct, and Africa’s first green city in the making. Trilogy Collection will offer a total of 531 apartmen

Attention to detail, uncompromising luxury and exceptional design are the hallmarks of the interiors of apartments at The Glengariff in Sea Point. And the completion of this development’s first fully-furnished show unit means that potential buyers are no

Competitive monthly rental prices at the newly completed One on Whitely means that more people will be able to experience the unrivalled lifestyle of Johannesburg’s iconic mixed-use precinct, Melrose Arch. One on Whiteley has 241 apartments spanning eight floo

Setting a new standard in luxury living, “The Oakland” in northern Johannesburg is a new residential development comprising just three luxury designer homes. “The Oakland” comprises three luxury designer cluster homes. “As there are only three homes, buyers ca

Experience the luxury of bespoke design by visiting the newly completed show unit at 169 On Main, a luxury development in the heart of Green Point. Comprising 11 floors, and 50 masterfully curated apartments, 169 On Main offers an enviable way of life in one o

This exquisite residence caught the attention of our favourite décor commentator, Marcia Margolius from Marcia Loves It and we can see why. Situated in a soulful forest at the KwaZulu-Natal seaside, the Zimbali Coastal Resort property, near Ballito, currently

Giving your home a stylish update or getting it ready for prospective buyers to view doesn’t necessarily require a complete renovation. We show you how small changes and simple visual effects can dramatically impact the look of a space. Upwardly mobile Well-ch

Outstanding photography that accurately represents your home is the second reason a buyer calls your agent. The first reason is an accurate market-related price, say the experts. It seems obvious that your property’s images, which are likely to show up o

In this interview with interior designer, Jon Case from ARRCC, The Know made some fascinating discoveries about the highs and lows of trends, contemporary design and design in the near future. ARRCC was founded in 1996 to meet the need for a focused interior s

Creating a space for your child in your home is a personal journey. But there are design elements which are leading the way globally in kids’ interiors that reflect quality, safety, ecology and a shift towards the neutral. We’re seeing a lean towards the

  Quick to build, cost-effective and energy efficient – light steel frame structures are proving to be the “homes of the future”. “The benefits of a light steel frame build are considerable, and include being far stronger than bricks and mortar, as well a

Before she got engaged to one of the world’s most eligible bachelors, Prince Harry, Meghan Markle was renting a property in Toronto, working as an actress and living a somewhat simpler life. The Know takes a look at where she stayed, in a family neighbou

Anna Weylandt is a buyer and designer at Weylandts, who takes inspiration from global travel, The Know brings you her tips for adding luxe to your interior in 2018. Smaller living is in fashion, but that does not mean that the space needs to feel small. The st