Nipping down to the beach is nice, but sometimes it’s tough to beat lounging by the pool. How’s the view from this gem?
There’s been a big movement towards sustainable timber over the past few years. Given how harsh the South African climate can be, you need to choose wisely.
It’s not a topic of conversation as popular as the traffic, or Eskom, or the merits of man buns, but there seems to be a buzz right now around the term ‘sustainable timber’.
Looking for ways to increase the value of your property? Some home improvements yield better results than others.
If I hear the word ‘glamping’ again, I think I might curl up into a ball and rock myself to sleep, crying. People see a duvet instead of a sleeping bag and they lose it.
With six tons of wood installed to realise the vision of the architect, this truly is a masterpiece. Take a closer look.
Realising that Cape Town represents quite a large portion of the South African market, one local company has expanded their operations.
Mixing water and wood doesn’t always end well, so what does the V&A Waterfront do to ensure their jetties and walkways stand the test of time?
Although we have been warned about the effects for decades, deforestation is only getting worse. The practice has massive implications right around the world.
The Horyu-ji temple was built back in 607AD by Prince Shotoku to promote Buddhism. Turns out its longevity can teach us a few lessons.
The Silo District consists of six silos, with the hotel and Zeitz MOCAA as the centrepiece. Everyone talks about the museum, but someone else deserves a high five.
We’re all trying to do our bit for the environment, which might be why these new eco-estates are proving so popular. Turns out you might be getting short-changed, though.
Shopping malls in this country are a dime a dozen, but there’s a subtle shift taking place that might have slipped you by unnoticed.
If you’re noticing that many newer buildings here in the Mother City are using more and more wood you’re not alone. Turns out there’s a pretty good reason for that.
It took a while for Cape Town to catch on, but rooftop decks are all the rage right now. It’s not exactly hard to see why, especially during the summer months.
Now more than ever, our local tourism industry is being encouraged to take a more forward-thinking approach. Thankfully that message seems to be working.
We’re about a month away from launching ‘Cabine du Cap’ – a luxury, fully-serviced cabin, set on 175 hectares of private land in the Klein Karoo. There’s much to report.