Hovering over a dune is this contemporary beach house designed by SAOTA Architects, located just steps from the snow white sands of Robberg Beach in Plettenberg Bay, South Africa. The design of this home was conceived as a simple box, designed to maximize views of the magnificent ocean. The exterior facade was finished in a rough natural texture that […]
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South African tree house hideaway surrounded by forest-like gardens
This amazing tree house design project was commissioned by interior design studio Malan Vorster, located in Constantia Valley, home of wine farms in Cape Town, South Africa. The design of this cabin-like structure was inspired by the trees on the property. Consisting of just 1,259 square feet, this small living space features three levels—a great room with […]
Luminous eco-friendly home in South Africa of glass and steel
The light-filled unique and eco-friendly home was designed by Nico van der Meulen Architects, located in Inanda, a township in eastern KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. “Forest Road Home” is a glass and steel dwelling showcasing views of the Sandton skyline to the north. The approach to this magnificent property catches its first glimpse with a cantilevered […]
Imposing concrete, glass and steel residence in South Africa
This sumptuous modern residence was designed by architects Nico Van Der Meulen Architects, located in a nature preserve in the affluent town of Bedfordview, in Gauteng, South Africa. The scope of this project entailed creating a family home consisting of 11,840 square feet (1100 square meters) of living space, with spacious entertaining areas and a indoor-outdoor […]
Modern tropical style home nestled along the Dolphin Coast
Metropole Architects have designed this modern tropical style residence, which is located along an enviable strip of coastline called the Dolphin Coast, South Africa. Consisting of a comfortable 6,996 square feet (650 square meters) of living space, the design of this home is based on a wingspread type of architecture. This style originates from notable architect Frank […]
Sumptuous concrete dwelling in Cape Town offering sea views
This striking modern home features panoramic mountain and sea views, designed by SAOTA architects in collaboration with interior designer Debra Parkington, located below Lion’s Head in Cape Town, South Africa. Comprised of 21,775 square feet (2,023 square meters) of sumptuous living space, the architecture draws from the strength of the concrete finish that was used to create […]
Escape to paradise at this heavenly South African game lodge
Its been quite some time since we posted a great vacation villa, then we stumbled on this heavenly retreat in South Africa and we couldn’t resist sharing it with you. The Molori Safari Lodge is ideally positioned in the Madikwe Game Reserve, with the word ‘Molori’ meaning ‘to dream’, which captures the essence of this lodge. Renowned as […]
Incredible industrial style pad in Cape Town
This seventies house was transformed by Wow Architects into an industrial style property with modern updates, located in Tamboerskloof, a suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. The home was designed with lots of windows to bring in natural light and take advantage of the sweeping views of Table Mountain. The homeowners had lived briefly in […]
Modern cube house with majestic mountain views in South Africa
This modern cube house has been designed by architect Henri Comrie, nestled in the picturesque valley of Banhoek, a wine region in South Africa. The home has been aptly named by the homeowners as ‘Johannesdal’, peacefully resting between lush forested grounds and majestic mountains. The home features a simple, honest atmosphere with a flair for color, unexpected combinations […]
Spectacular Cape Town home with expansive mountain and sea views
OVD 919 is spectacular residential project completed in 2014 by SAOTA architects, located on a mountain ridge below Lions Heads, in Cape Town, South Africa. The home is nestled on a steep site, featuring unparallel 360 degree views of Robben Island to the North and Camps Bay and the Twelve Apostles to the South. Although attaining these views was paramount […]