RW Architects

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Our beloved client says, "Standing on this empty site, the first thought that came to mind regarding a house, was to enhance the surrounding beauty with minor disturbance. Fortune brought along an Architect and builder who grew up in the area and knew and treasured every rock, cave, path, plant, ocean, and the movement of the dolphins and the whales. The inspiration for the design comes from the property’s location. Simple elegant lines came to mind to remove as little as possible from the surroundings. Designed for simple, easy family living."

Thank you to our dear client for the opportunity to work on this exciting project in Monate Eco Estate, Heroldsbay. Thank you Home Owner's Magazine for the feature. We love sharing our joy.

“Cliffhanger” in the making.

Outeniqua Strand is one of the hidden gems of the Southern Cape.

It is a place where indigenous vegetation meets the never ending beach and ocean in the most dramatic of ways.

Winding little paths takes you to the most spectacular beach for long strolls and sunbathing.

The aim here was to maximize the view, whilst barely touching the ground.

We are super excited about this new project at Monate Eco Resort, Heroldsbay.

Conceptual design_ the "cocoon effect" is very much a requirement of the "now"... you want to view, but at the same time a feeling of enclosure. I look forward to some texture on the facade, to connect floors/walls/ceilings into comforting "nests for living".

Screening elements are a good way to connect buildings to the ground, whilst providing structural detail, to an otherwise very minimalist facade.

West facing walls always tricky_ you want filtered light, but not the glare or heat in high summer. In this recently completed project at Oubaai Golf Estate, we integrated the screening element into the facade, creating a louvre wall, with small fenestration openings, where required.

I love the way this building sits on the water's edge_recently completed project at Oubaai Golf Estate, Heroldsbay, George, Western Cape.

Oubaai Golf Estate, LIVING THE DREAM , like you have never seen it before... new project in the making..

Exciting new project at Oubaai Golf Estate, George

Looking for somewhere special to spend a weekend? How about Prins Albert? Joseph designed Grootsleutelfontein Private Game Reserve's lodge a few years ago. The lodge is spectacular, but the little cottages remain my favourite. https://grootsleutelfontein.co.za

House Fritz, Oubaai Golf Estate

House Herbst, Oubaai Golf Estate

New neighbours at The Brook
, George

Construction

Raw wood. Your sensuality knows no bounds. You feed my soul with the silence of your whispers.

Breath of fresh air into an old soul. When all is done, one easily forgets what a journey each project undertakes. This one in Heroldsbay was an absolute joy, thanks to a very special team and amazing client.

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