Kim Gray Stylist Fashion Decor Lifestyle Cape Town South Africa

White lounge, Style-Files; dress, Makool loves you; Victoria Ghost Chair, Conran; Clock, Elle Decor; ring, Ida Elsje

I love this cabinet by Thomas Wold as seen on Elle deco . This a real show piece and I love the colours and vintage bits and bobs.

Photographs by Jac de Villiers

You’ll have to buy the Winter Issue (#55) of Elle Decoration , titled Magnetic South to see the full story of this beautiful seaside home, full of personality and character, put together by stylist Laureen Rossouw. I love that each item of furniture has a story behind it, and it’s designed for relaxation and hassle free entertainment. As a holiday home should be.. feet are meant to be on the couch! Navy and cream striped cushions and duvets hold together the nautical feel of a sea side home without it being cliched or pretentious! It’s simple and sincere!

Laureen says: “A house becomes more beautiful the longer you live in it. The space works out in time, lucky finds and gifts from friend. Eventually it will layer with age”

I couldn’t agree more, it’s the lucky finds, the stories behind them and the special gift from family and friends that make a home special!

If you can’t get your hands on a copy, go to Elle Deco.