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Objects of Desire – September ’25 Edition

It’s officially spring, and our September issue has landed — a celebration of design in all its forms.

From 100 years of Art Deco to the bold yet balanced home of the Real Housewives of Dubai star Caroline Stanbury, this edition explores how spaces tell stories about who we are. We spotlight the people behind some of the most exclusive interiors and designs.

Learn about three South African interior designers — Donald Nxumalo, Bilala Mabuza, and Daniela Da Rocha — who are shaping how we live. Then find out how Anna Weylandt spends her downtime, while Paris-based architect Elliott Barnes emphasises the importance of art in design.

We also take you inside three uniquely designed African hotels in Morocco, Kenya, and Botswana, and discover how Masiya’s Camp is rewriting the safari rulebook with fearless colour and patterns. We also showcase a new generation of African craftsmanship from Daily and Saba Studios.

Filled with inspiring spaces, people, and ideas, join us in celebrating the art of living, designing boldly, and colouring outside the lines.

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