Architect’s Plans

When the owners visited Monaghan Farm in Lanseria, north-west of Jo’burg, they knew they had found the perfect environment in which to build their new home....

The owners were clear that they wanted a light, bright and simple look with a strong connection to the stunning beach views...

Capturing the views was the starting point for the design of this home,” explains architect Vageli Zervogiannis (031 207 7062) of this contemporary farmhouse in the KZN Midlands....

This dated facebrick cottage was transformed into a modern home that fits into its natural surrounds....

This light-filled, streamlined eco-home was designed to sit comfortably in its natural landscape - 400 hectares of grassland in the Meyersdal Eco Estate, which forms part of the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve south of Jo’burg....

Known for his contemporary Cape vernacular style, architect Simon McCullagh is one of the preferred architects selected to work on the Lake Michelle eco-estate in Noordhoek....

These owners decided to buy the worst house in the best location and, luckily for them, their daughter is a professional architect....

Applying the principles of Japanese design to this site resulted in a contemporary home that blends in with its environment and makes the most of magnificent views....

In the design of this Jo’burg home architect Kathleen Western’s (079 488 5017 or kathleenwestern.co.za) aim was to amplify the space, creating an environment perfect for both casual living and entertaining. ...

Wanting extra accommodation for staff and guests, the owners of this property commissioned Alex Stewart of Alex Stewart and Associates (021 424 2989 or alexstewart.co.za) to create a guest house that would complement their home....