House and Leisure

House and Leisure is a quarterly 240-page journal-style decor and design magazine. The inspirational content focuses on decor, design, interiors, architecture, trends, food and wine, books, art, tech, travel and more. Beautiful lengthy stories, photographed by some of the best in the industry, showcase stylish homes and exclusive properties from around the continent.

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House and Leisure

emotions of the sun • From the wistfulness of summer's final days to moments of playful adventure, our summer champagne of choice sets the scene for Volume 19…

a town in portugal • Photographer Kirsten Mackrill travelled to Portugal's seaside, getting lost between the lazy moods of Cascais and Lisbon, via Tunes Station

a building in spain • Photographer Ed Suter flew to Calpe in Spain to capture the iconic La Muralla Roja apartment block, designed by architect Ricardo Bofill

a beach in italy • Photographer Nicolò Pudel revisited Liguria on the Italian coast, his childhood vacation spot and a place of many nostalgic memories

holiday home • Exhale into the season of sunshine with soft, soothing textures and vivid colours, evoking a nostalgic mood

textile travels • Threads of heritage and innovation intertwine as Africa's makers weave stories of place, purpose and beauty into every crafted creation

street view • Façades around the world reveal architecture's continuous dialogue with people, place and purpose

LOOK BOOK • Celebrate the arrival of summer and immerse yourself in the colour, light and rhythm of the sunny season, from coast to country to city, and everywhere in between

a spot for eating • Neutral tones and textures bring interest to the table

a space for lounging • Gentle hues of blush and teal invite deep relaxation

a perch for reading • Sunny shades and muted greens create a serene sanctuary

a place for napping • Earthy olive and terracotta tones lull you into a dreamscape

colours of the future • Olympic Paints’ 2026 colour palette is anchored by a collection of nature-inspired hues

summer trip • Get set to dive into the colourful season and make a splash with local gifts, fashion and beauty from The Local Edit

festive • We've gathered a colourful array of gifts

finds • to inspire you this summer holiday

design driven • Porsche and Smeg have joined forces to redefine functional luxury

better every day • Rugby star Cheslin Kolbe teams up with Midea to redefine easy living through excellence and the comfort of home

sensuous staycation • Bring the calm of a luxury retreat to your own home this season

stockists • See our full list of stockists and suppliers, as seen throughout the pages of this edition of House and Leisure

colour worlds • Exploring how colour shapes emotion and experience, the Plascon Colour Forecast 2026 draws inspiration from the world that colours our lives

venturing forward • Sanlam Private Wealth has created the Ventures Foundation to nurture and support South African creative entrepreneurs

holiday food • As life's pace slows down, take some time to appreciate (and make) food made famous by South Africa's culinary creatives

corner store • A place of gathering, a place for the people, a place for connection

Saldanha Wine & Spirit Co starters, • Georgia East kicks off the holiday season (and her shoes) at the Saldanha Wine & Spirit Company on the West Coast

Café Sofi mains, • Steven Whiteman dines at newly-opened Café Sofi, a restored Victorian terrace in Cape Town celebrating nostalgia and memory

Gelato Mania & dessert. • Andrea Nagel ends on a sweet note at Gelato Mania's new...