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Site Interior Design

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Residential › Private House

Site
Interior Design was approached by a couple to skin the shell of their newly
purchased, though technically incomplete, Camps Bay home. The house was a
contemporary shell but needed a “layer” to make it a home. From the outset, the
clients were open-minded and came with an exciting frame of reference and good
aesthetic sensibilities. Contrary to the default bleached ‘Beach House’
aesthetic so prevalent in the area, a rich palette was realized with natural
materials bringing warmth and highlights to the often dramatic rooms that
resulted. Furnishing the spaces was done with a balanced combination of
well-known local and international furnishing brands in combination with a
substantial number of custom-designed and manufactured feature pieces. The
intention is a diverse series of striking environs, each unique but having a
recognizable design DNA connecting them as a family of patently related spaces.
Bedrooms
have been finished in varying neutral tones, always having natural timber as a consistent
accent. Furniture was selected or designed specially to live alongside bespoke headboards
and bed bases and natural, woven designer rugs and throws, quirky objet
and iconic lamps come together to add a
sense of individuality to each of the rooms. The cavernous basement space is
transformed into the ideal entertainer’s retreat affectionately termed the ‘Legend
Room’ by the owners. Reflective surfaces contrast against matt walls and the unusual
‘wetsuit’ fabric of the custom-designed sofa especially shaped to fit the
unusual wall configuration of the existing structure.
The
strong joinery concept that defines the main living areas and study are
evidence of the continuity of materials throughout the house. They set the base
palette but are designed to be interactive and intended to be “curated” by the
owners, encouraging them to accumulate art pieces and exhibit them in various
often-changing configurations. The incorporation of sustainably sourced timber,
paired with luxurious linens and worn leather upholstery, tempers the otherwise
warm, dark interiors.
Each
element of the house is viewed as an opportunity to build upon the theme of
neutrals and naturals set off against contrasting materials and colors. All
work together to create a striking visual impact; the final result is a bold,
livable interior with clear identity.

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