Form
Consisting of a low-pitched roof that exposes the
timber rafters from the interior, with a discreet cover of varies heights of
reed ceilings. With the extended exposure of arched plastered ceilings and
subtle interior finishing that creates a transitional zone throughout the
house. The building creates unimposing, horizontally accentuated that is
respectful of the site level. A straightforward arrangement of open-plan
informal living. Comfortable for indoor and outdoor living. The clerestory
creates that natural lighting feel and exposes the beautiful nature that
surrounds it.
Function
Designed as a holiday house the architects exposed
the magnificence surroundings that were skilfully continued throughout the
house. Its straightforward arrangement of open informal living and privacy for
sleeping. This provides areas for comfortable indoor and outdoor living. The
central living and dining areas are extended outwards towards the North-South
orientation for full satisfaction of natural lighting and heat.
Context
A beautiful fynbos covered landscape with panoramic
views of hangklip and the Atlantic Ocean beyond a rocky shoreline. The design
takes full advantage of the views. A sensible North-South orientation was the
key to the magnificence views and natural lighting. A clerestory was added to
enhance the quality views of the mountain and ocean scenery.
Technology
A low timber roof that exposes the rafters, reed and
arched plastered ceilings was used to create transitional zones and spatial
intimacy where deemed appropriate. Subtle interior finishes and pale sandstone
surfaces with a blend of monochromatic colour scheme to enhance the final
product. The discerning choice of materials for both low maintenance and
camouflage adds to the buildings gentile dialogue. A clerestory created by the
manipulation of the low pitched roof ensures adequate cross-ventilation and
provides natural lighting.
Elevation from living/dining area
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