PROJECT Veld Architects
Project brief
The client’ s requested the design of a four-bedroom home nestled within a 5 000m ² property, where their two sons could grow up in harmony with nature.
The goal was to create a space inspired by a passion for industrialstyle aesthetics and sustainable gardening, integrating a tranquil sanctuary with a vibrant social playground – perfect for large family gatherings and intimate moments.
Subtle details with impact
Sustainability lies at the core of the firm’ s design ethos, making it a central theme of the Ebony & Ivory project, showcasing how a home can embody luxury and environmental responsibility.
The residence features a range of eco-friendly innovations, including underground rainwater harvesting for garden irrigation and solar panels for electricity generation. The structure is strategically oriented to maximise northern light exposure, ensuring optimal natural lighting and effective temperature control.
By incorporating principles of natural ventilation, the design allows the family to enjoy yearround comfort. Traditional crossventilation techniques alongside stack ventilation were utilised, enabling warm air to rise and escape through higher openings while cooler air flow through lower openings.
The garden includes a thoughtfully curated selection of droughtresistant plants, many of which are indigenous to South Africa. Additionally, an inner courtyard has been designed for the family to transform into a productive vegetable garden, reflecting their passion for homegrown produce. www. sabuildingreview. co. za 19