Experience Raw Comfort at Pretoria HOMEMAKERS Expo
Today’s home is a reflection of its people, gone is the need to look like the Joneses. Our homes are authentically us, stripped of pretentiousness. Product transparency is also a growing trend; we shop with a higher conscience focusing on wellness and sustainability, wanting to know the person or story behind our purchase. Pretoria HOMEMAKERS Expo will celebrate authentic homes at Sun Arena,...Read More
Concrete is Forever
Concrete is a favourite Raw Comfort product. Lasting forever, it is a versatile and sophisticated product that is incredibly trendy for home decor. With beautiful texture and endless possibilities, concrete décor acts as a wonderful neutral grounding for any style. Be brave and give these simple DIY ideas a a try. If you need some guidance or inspiration be sure to visit the Raw Workshop in...Read More
Global Home Décor Trends
Earlier this year Marcia Margolius of SA Decor & Design attended the biggest home and décor shows in Europe, Ambiente in Zurich, Germany and Homi in Milan Italy. Here is her take on some of the top global trends to expect for 2019 and 2020. (more…) Read More
Marcia Margolius’ European Trend Report
Ahead of Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Expo, Marcia Margolius of SA Decor & Design has returned from her annual break in Asia and a month absorbing the latest trends in Europe. In January she attended Homi in Milan Italy, then it was a stop in Zurich, Germany for Ambiente. A visit to Holland gave her time to look back at the month she has had and give us a preview of trends to come....Read More
Farmhouse Style Meets DIY with Elle Franco
If there is an interior home style that is made for the do-it-yourself fans, Farmhouse style would win hands down. It is a rustic and charming style, that lends to a shabby chic, upcycled and distressed look. There are so many DIY projects that fit this description! Also, the Farmhouse style is warm, friendly and inviting, making use of many raw elements like glass, brick/ stone and wood....Read More
The Trendy Patio Warehouse Story
Patio Warehouse have once again created a beautiful display at Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Expo. We spoke to Mia Delport, Patio Warehouse Marketing Manager about the Patio Warehouse story and the top patio trends for this year. (more…) Read More
Books and Banter
A new addition to Johannesburg HOMEMAKERS Expo this year is the Books and Banter Theatre. This exciting space is dedicated to all things written and those who love to read it. (more…) Read More
Adriaan Lochner Interiors
Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, Adriaan Lochner is renowned for unmistakable, luxurious and characterful interiors. We caught up with him to talk about his long and illustrious career, where it all began and what inspires him to continue creating. Tell us more about yourself and what you currently do. I grew up on the banks of the Olifants Rivier in a small farming community. I...Read More
AssembLIT Lights
Cape Town HOMEMAKERS Expo exhibitor, AssembLIT create DIY ceiling lights that leave a lasting impression on any room in the home or office. AssembLIT is a range of laser cut light fittings crafted in Cape Town. Their designs are lightweight and modern, and easily transform any room. The product is so easy to assemble, with no need for glue, nails or screws and each light fitting comes...Read More