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
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
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
How to: Take Your Floors From Flawed to Floored
Updating your floors is a guaranteed way to bring new life to your home. Although flooring trends are fairly constant, new technology and a move towards environmental responsibility have made way for some new options when it comes to your floors. Here is some inspiration and ideas to liven up your floors this year. (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
The New Softology Range
A proud sponsor of the Sustainable Living area at this year’s Port Elizabeth HOMEMAKERS Expo is Nolans Flooring, showcasing the new, environmentally friendly and irresistible Softology™ Range by Belgotex. The Softology Range is made using a higher count of finer filament creating a feather-like and plush feel. These carpets are also durable and stain-proof; making it ideal for a busy...Read More
Plantation Shutters – Thinking Outside the Box
Plantation Shutters thrive on the latest trends and have a habit of remaining a step ahead, so when they needed to build a new exhibition stand, they put their heads together to create something completely unique. With their love for interacting with homeowners, designers and architects at the many expos held around South Africa every year, it’s always top of mind to find innovative ways to...Read More
Exhibit-Art Sisal Range
You may have noticed these visually striking, organic light fixtures featured in our marketing material this year. The gorgeous pendant light belongs to a design house making waves in sustainable home goods. Exhibit-Art are passionate about preserving our planet and promoting natural home and garden décor products that are not only environmentally friendly but beautiful too. Their sisal line...Read More