What is the Real Value of LED-lighting?
Why LED-lighting is better than ever. Remember the first time you heard about LED lightbulbs? We were told these lightbulbs can cut our electricity costs, and last years. They don’t get hot, they shine bright, and they are the future of lights. No more popping incandescent bulbs burning out every couple of months and no more flickering fluorescent tubes...Read More
Head out, but stay safe.
It’s not fun to think about, but you’ll be glad you did! Don’t live in fear. As a proudly South African company, Homemakers can’t help but be positive about Mzanzi. We usually shy away from doom and gloom pieces, choosing instead to celebrate all the wonderful parts of our country. However, this does not change the reality that sometimes, people fall victim to...Read More
LED Sunrise – Bespoke lighting to brighten your day.
Rise and shine baby! Story time: I have difficulty sleeping. Always have. In fact, I have never slept through the night. From my first evening on this earth, (my mom revels in telling people) Night-time was my go-time. This is probably why I have no younger siblings. I think I broke my parents… As I grew older, I got used to this, and I have many little hacks and...Read More
Smart Lighting
These days, whatever you are looking for, the answer is usually already in your pocket. Whether it’s a fitness tracker, a logbook, an egg timer, or a sleep soother – your smartphone will probably have the solution in app format. But what about lighting? What if you could manage your house lighting from your phone? We’re not talking just switching on and off. What if you could...Read More
Cosy, Snug and Warm Lighting
Lighting is a magical thing. It really is an overall accent element that you cannot go cheap on. The better your lighting suits the space, the more liveable it becomes. This is because different types of lighting all have different purposes and if you can do more than one thing in one space – you’re winning! Eye-catching lighting looks great and always welcomes...Read More
Bathrooms and Bedrooms: Which Lighting Where?
Lighting is a small investment you can make towards your home. Eye-catching lighting looks great and always welcomes compliments from visitors. Choosing the right lighting for your bathroom and bedroom is very important and in many homes, something that is not always taken into consideration. Lighting has a different purpose in every space of your home. In this article we discover the best...Read More
Contemporary Lighting
Contemporary lighting and modern lighting often come across as the same thing, but they definitely are not. Modern lighting is any style of lighting that evolved with the radical changes in visual art around the post-modern art revolution. You can still find some amazing, modern lighting from the late 50s onwards in beautiful homes all around the world. Some designers describe modern lighting...Read More
Great Outdoor Entertainment Areas
An outdoor entertainment area is ideal in warm climates like South Africa. Before the winter comes, find some HOMEMAKERS inspiration to get your outdoor entertainment area ready for the colder months. A lovely outdoor space is great all year round and can bring months of joy to you and your family. Outdoor entertainment areas are about functionality and space. When the time comes for you to...Read More
DIY: Easy Chandeliers
Later this month we will be talking about contemporary lighting. To get your creative juices flowing, we thought it would be a good idea to share a quick contemporary lighting DIY idea. We love all the inspiration we get online and we totally fell in love with the idea of creating very cool lampshades in a super easy and fun way. Today we are looking at creating your own floral, geometric,...Read More