This heritage home in Cape Town, had an awkwardly executed extension at the back, but the front remained beautifully original. After years of neglect and an unsuitable layout, it needed a complete redesign.

We restored the Victorian section, featuring elegant teak windows and sprung floors. The rear extension was demolished and rebuilt, with the roof raised to accommodate stunning three-meter-tall bespoke steel and glass doors—perfect for enjoying views of treetops and drifting clouds from the sofa.

We opened up the space, creating a seamless flow from front to back, linked by a continuous textured wall built out of recycled bricks from the demolition. The kitchen was relocated to the center and crafted from locally sourced materials. We used Japanese cedar, salvaged from a film production, for much of the custom joinery, including the kitchen island, which features a Japanese-inspired Shou Sugi Ban treatment paired with slate and raw steel details.

Many light fittings and design elements were created in our studio for this project.

The result is a timeless home that beautifully blends old and new, perfect for easy family living.