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THE GOOD LIFE

amily life at the idyllic ‘Jardim’ – Portuguese for garden – revolves around its namesake for Angela, Justin and their children Olivia, Amber and Sam (pictured above with family friend Kuhle). After moving into the property in Cape Town, South Africa, the couple first set about planting a vast food garden. When their attention turned to renovating their 1980s home three years ago, architect Alex Stewart created a space that showcases the outdoors from every turn. The vaulted ceiling in the living room (opposite) is a nod to country barns without being overtly rustic, while the window above the sliding doors lets afternoon light stream in and puts Amber’s ponies in the frame. For similar armchairs, try the Amsterdam sofa chair from Xavier Furniture,

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