Martin Jacobs

Creator

Martin Jacobs

From working as creative director on Condé Nast House & Garden and as art director on both Marie Claire and Mens’ Health Best Life, Martin Jacobs’s name has been synonymous with some of the best print and digital design in South Africa. He’s also a writer (and prolific reader) and so combines his sharp eye and love of words to weigh in on matters of design, style and the good things in life.

Escape to Cape Town’s new Tintswalo Summer House

Tintswalo Summer House has opened in Cape Town’s Simon’s Town, bringing bold interiors, seaside charm and a playful take on luxury to the False Bay coast

Tashas homeware. Adel Ferreira

Tashas hits a home run

Tashas Home opens in Cape Town, bringing the brand’s signature style into homeware with curated tableware, glassware and a cocktail book

A fynbos safari in Cape Town’s back garden

You’ve got to do a day trip to Grootbos Private Nature Reserve – complete with art, fine dining and a fynbos safari

Cascais. Picture: Visit Cascais supplied

Currency’s on-trend guide to visiting … Cascais

Swap Lisbon for Cascais, a chic Portuguese coastal escape full of art, fine dining, museums, and sun-drenched charm

The Terroir Wall. Curate at Ellerman House. Picture: Felix Studios

Three men and their baby

Curate at Ellerman House blends local flavours, fine wine and striking design for Cape Town’s most immersive new fine-dining experience

The Haven’s hot tub overlooking the ocean. Picture: Supplied

Get a stateroom: NCL Aqua’s The Haven

The 20th ship in Norwegian Cruise Line’s fleet, Aqua, is also the first in the brand’s newest class, Prima Plus. As “the face” of this class, she lacks no superlatives – she’s…

Franschhoek House. Picture: Supplied

Get a room (or six): Franschhoek House

Franschhoek House is the winelands’ latest, swishest private villa. We reviewed it

Marble Cape Town. Picture: Claire Gunn

Five reasons we’re loving … Marble Cape Town

Marble Cape Town offers stunning views, sophisticated interiors, a seafood-focused menu, and that signature granadilla lolly dessert

Victoria For 2, Victoria Beachcomer. Pictures: Courtesy of Beachcomber Resorts & Hotels

Get a room: Victoria For 2, Victoria Beachcomber

A newly introduced Mauritian escape for two at this iconic hotel makes for a dream holiday

The Cape Grace Hotel. Image supplied

Get a room: Cape Grace

The Cape Grace has had a big revamp and the result is great