What is Brutalism
What is Brutalism Understanding this unique architectural style. The most striking architecture you’ve never noticed. Chances are you have seen brutalist architecture without really realizing it. This striking and somehow timeless building style creeps up on you. Brutalism is a style of architecture which has its origin in the 1950’s in post war Britain. In...Read More
Renovating for a good cause.
Renovating for a good cause. Support young entrepreneurs who want to make a difference Spread the joy and ditch the guilt Home renovation can be a contentious issue – why should you spend thousands of rands to update your patio or install that fireplace when someone a few kilometres from you is out looking for a new tarp to cover their leaking plastic roof. South...Read More
What is your next BIG project?
What is your next BIG project? Treat yourself before winter Greek word of the day: κακοθερής (kakotherēs) It means “unsuited to endure summer heat” (literally, bad at summer). Storytime: This is me. I am exceptionally bad at summer. I am a natural redhead, prone to freckles and overheating like an old Renault. In summer, my signature scent is...Read More
The Value of Local Manufacturing
The Value of Local Manufacturing The true value of keeping local LEKKER Bringing it home. We built this company from the ground up, meticulously carving out our space in the industry. For over forty five years we have been right beside you, brick for brick. We have seen Presidents, Pandemics and politics try to get South Africa down and we have watched (proudly)...Read More
Track Planned Projects
Take account of your home Keep track of your spending and planned projects Working with a plan is the most important rule of Homemaking. The year is 25% done. Are you? The first quarter of the year has come and gone. As the leaves start turning and the mornings grow crisp, take a minute to check in on your check lists. When we started 2025, we spoke about...Read More
Kitchen vs Bathroom Renovation?
Homemakers debate Kitchen vs Bathroom Renovation? Making the difficult choice Spa bathroom or designer kitchen…This is an almost impossible question! In the ideal world budget is never an issue when it comes to homemaking. There are no annoying first day of the month debit orders that eat away at your renovating funds. In the real world, that is not the...Read More
To Renovate Or Not
To Reno, or Not To Reno? questions.) Is it really worth it? Questioning your living situation? The new year can bring many challenges, but one of the biggest is the question of whether your home and living space is up to scratch. The renovation bug is dangerous one to catch. It can lead you down the slippery slope of over-capitalization and cause a lot of disruption...Read More
Annual Home Renovation Checklist
Annual Home Renovation Checklist Have a plan for long term home maintenance. Ok, you have done the spring cleaning, the after Christmas de-clutter. The only possessions left in your home all “Spark Joy”…so what next? Firstly, super proud of you! (And no, we are NOT being sarcastic – starting the new year with a fresh home is a wonderful thing.) Secondly: Now...Read More
Best Way to Spend Annual Bonus
Budget for your bonus As much festive cheer as we have, we need a think ahead This year, reconsider how you spend your annual bonus. Cut back on mindless festive spending, lavish holidays, and expensive booze, and rather invest that money in your home. How? We suggest you prepare and budget for your bonus before those rands hit your bank account. While there...Read More