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This G.J. Gardner showhome exudes refinement right from the street – on entering, the family home's spacious, open interiors are all about lifestyle

For this expansive living space, dark wall treatments and a refined wood dining table balance the crisp dramatic black and stone kitchen

A new garden pavilion and a penthouse suite together with natural, crafted interiors help this house celebrate natural connections to its Table Mountain setting

This bold kitchen sits well in its classic villa environment – industrial strength ventilation is downplayed while displayed plants are also discreetly housed

This low-upkeep landscaping project reflects on the clean-lined home it extends from, stepping down to accommodate spa and then lawn

In this family-friendly design, the children are encouraged to use the backyard as an extension of the interiors and as a more direct path to access the heart of the home

Mexican mosaics acquired during the owners' time abroad make for a leading feature in this colourful bathroom sanctuary

How to create authentic interiors that are well considered and individual to your tastes – styling ideas from interior designer Stacey Gillies

Copper-look tiles and taps create an edgy vibe in this bathroom while concrete table top basins are in tune with the semi-industrial vibe

This pavilion roof is pierced with strategically placed skylights to maximise natural light while a Escea EF5000 fire is all set for cooler times

Like gleaming treasure, these gold-look taps ideally complement and accentuate the emerald tile walls in this immersive bathroom 

In summer heat sometimes even reaching over the table is all too much – enter the child's delight, a table with a revolving lazy Susan