African Design Magazine September 2015 | Page 15

African project House Blair Atholl Share your thoughts D House in Blair Atholl is one of the most recently completed projects by the highly acclaimed Nico van der Meulen Architects. This luxurious contemporary farmhouse is situated within a secluded golf estate located between Pretoria and Johannesburg, South Africa. esigned by Werner van der Meulen of Nico van der Meulen Architects, this double storey home boasts nearly 750m² and is surrounded by serenity and tranquility. Free from high boundary walls and electric fencing, this is a design with a difference. With unrestricted views of the countryside, the expansiveness of this home is certain to catch your attention as you approach the house. The brief called for a contemporary, practical home that makes provision for outdoor living with an emphasis on entertaining. Due to the formfollow-function approach of the design, this modern family home is