A Monochromatic Mood
South African Garden and Home|September 2019

A modern take on country living, this property is defined by its striking simplicity

Diana Wemyss
A Monochromatic Mood
When the owners bought this property, wedged into a corner of one of Constantia’s prettiest streets, they realised that the long plot could be far better utilised and the views maximised. They decided to demolish the old house and build a brand-new one. “We moved from a very small house in Claremont on a mere 170m 2 . While we rented in Bishopscourt, we discovered that we liked having more space,” explains the owner.

“Originally the garages on this property were on the street, facing north,” he says, “so we swung things around and put a long driveway down the east side with the garages at the back.”

The entrance is dominated by a stunning scrap-metal sculpture of a horse by Antonia Cronje, daughter of the more famous Pierre, that the owner presented to his wife as an anniversary gift. Charcoal aluminium-framed windows and doors, and high-pitched roofs with exposed wooden rafters set the tone for this modern take on country living.

Esta historia es de la edición September 2019 de South African Garden and Home.

Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.

Esta historia es de la edición September 2019 de South African Garden and Home.

Comience su prueba gratuita de Magzter GOLD de 7 días para acceder a miles de historias premium seleccionadas y a más de 9,000 revistas y periódicos.

MÁS HISTORIAS DE SOUTH AFRICAN GARDEN AND HOMEVer todo
Winter Warmer
South African Garden and Home

Winter Warmer

Properly insulated homes are the next frontier for South Africa in a world of higher energy costs and a harsher climate

time-read
3 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
Carved in MARBLE
South African Garden and Home

Carved in MARBLE

Use marble around your home to create an instantly luxurious feel

time-read
2 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
A Lesson From The Animal Kingdom
South African Garden and Home

A Lesson From The Animal Kingdom

Not all of us are graceful ballet dancers or stylish fashion followers, but we can still stake a claim to elegance

time-read
2 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
Nature's Hidden Harvest
South African Garden and Home

Nature's Hidden Harvest

Clutching a bovine bolete deep inside a pine forest, Ryan Enslin discovers nature's bounty as he unearths her hidden gems and edible treasures

time-read
7 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
PAPER BRIQUETTES
South African Garden and Home

PAPER BRIQUETTES

Fuel your winter fire with these home-made briquettes made from recycled paper that you would otherwise throw away. Each brick burns for up to 1.5 hours

time-read
1 min  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
WINTER DOS AND DON'TS HOUSEPLANTS
South African Garden and Home

WINTER DOS AND DON'TS HOUSEPLANTS

Winter houseplant care is not complicated, but there are a few essential tips to follow to keep your plants alive until spring arrives

time-read
3 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
In The Garden
South African Garden and Home

In The Garden

July Garden To-dos

time-read
3 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
ELEGANT AGAVES
South African Garden and Home

ELEGANT AGAVES

Low-maintenance and always looking their best, you can't ask for much more from these showstoppers

time-read
2 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
MIRROR UPDATE
South African Garden and Home

MIRROR UPDATE

Turn any old or plain rectangular mirror into luxe home decor with this simple and beginner-friendly DIY

time-read
1 min  |
Garden&Home; July 2024
LOFT LUXE
South African Garden and Home

LOFT LUXE

This Cape Town loft remodel, inspired by Balinese living, shows how much of an impact minimalist design can make in small spaces

time-read
4 minutos  |
Garden&Home; July 2024