3D printed Homes are Here
“Is it plastic”? This is one of the most common questions 3D printing engineering company SQ4D gets when it comes to 3D printed homes. With the promise of cutting waste, reducing time on site and addressing housing shortages globally, some see 3D printing as the answer to many of the world’s problems. 3D printed homes are here and we share what we know about this...Read More
Stars in Our Eyes: 15 Movie Homes We Love
How many times have you watched a movie and just fell in love with the character‘s home? Movie homes have a magical way of making us feel connected to the characters and their stories. In this article we dream a little… Here are 15 movie homes we could live in. Did you know? You can listen to this article in Afrikaans in our May DigiMag. Sleepless in Seattle The houseboat...Read More
Adventurous Cape Town
Cape Town doesn’t just have one of the New 7 Wonders of Nature, it has so much more to offer. Join me in taking a walk through the exquisite scenery it offers, the amazing hikes and MTB cycle routes, gems to eat at and wonderful small wine farms to taste some local wine. Whether you’re a proud Capetonian or a visitor you know this is a special place and that there is something for...Read More
Make your Home More Sustainable in an Instant
Installing solar panels, water tanks and recycling bins are not always easy, and it could take years before you have a big enough budget to create a home that is more sustainable. There are, however, easy ways to make a big difference – right away. Reduce What You Use We waste a lot in general. Globally, we throw out about 1.3 billion tons of food a year, or a third of all...Read More
Don’t Panic Go Organic: Organic House Hacks
If you are a homeowner, you know all about fun and easy ways to make your home a better place to live. In an ideal world, our homes would be 100 per cent natural and free from chemicals. From neutralising foul odours to magical cleaning recipes, there are many ways to create a better place for you and your family –organically. We share quick and easy organic house hacks to try....Read More
Boho Décor Essentials
A trend that keeps reinventing itself with fresh elements fused with tribal undertones and exotic textures. Boho décor is timeless and creates a sense of warmth in any home it is executed in. There are a few must-haves you need and of course, special treasures you have found along your gypsy-inspired travels and magical shopping excursions. Rattan Furniture and Hanging Chairs We’ve...Read More
Warm Up the Floors
In South Africa we are lucky to have a mild winter, giving us a variety of flooring materials that are suitable all year round. Although tiled floors are a great relief from the summer heat, they become awfully cold in winter and you need to find ways to provide more insulation to keep the heat indoors. Some flooring materials are warmer than others and be mindful to pick flooring...Read More
The Journey of the Tiny Hero Home
The story of four friends taking on a big journey of a rather small proportion! Rent, bonds and unsustainable lifestyles – this is what friends Jaydon Meidlinger, Dita Schoeman, Marisa Visicale and Carla Cronje are seeking to leave behind by building their own tiny homes. Homemakers visited Marisa as she was preparing the Tiny Hero Home for the journey from Johannesburg to a farm...Read More
Make a Bathroom Bench
A beautiful bathroom bench with hidden storage for bathtub toys. Storage is key for every bathroom, especially for those wet kid’s toys. This very beautiful and functional bathroom bench has hidden storage for all those items lying around the bathroom. Cutting List (4) “A” Side Rail, 7/8″ thick X 2 1/2″ wide X 7″ long (4) “B” Front...Read More