as architect and client, slee & co. could explore their intense appreciation for the local honest farm structures, and use it as inspiration for their new home. the simplicity of the functional corrugated structures found on every farm in south africa and the honest use of local raw materials.
the simplicity of the functional corrugated structures is found on every farm in south africa
south african based studio slee & co. architects‘ house is designed on a property that borders on a nature reserve to the north and being on the historical bank of the eerste river its slightly raised. this allows for uninterrupted views over the tree tops onto the magnificent mountains surrounding stellenbosch.
slee & co.’s house has uninterrupted views over the tree tops onto the magnificent mountains
Sinkhuis Stellenbosch South Africa 2017
Slee & Co Architects
the house’s interior brings out the local identity of stellenbosch
slee & co.’s house is permeable enough to appreciate the surrounding nature
the upper living space continues to the exterior area of the house
slee & co. architects’ house is designed on a property that borders on a nature reserve to the north
the distinguished house has been planned out appreciating the local farm structures in south africa
the kitchen exemplifies the rural condition of the location
the surrounding landscape grows as part of the building
the house is well illuminated due to slee & co.’s passive design
the use of local raw materials is present outside and inside the house
slee & co. aimed to create a home where you are constantly aware of the beautiful mountains surrounding you
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Great setting …excellent blend of classic and modern. It is nice to see there are parts of the World that do not use pink/green plaid as upholstery fabric. That kitchen sink looks pretty useless, however. How come nobody shows the most useful/private room in the building?
Jim