Everywhere, spaces are designed to support life’ s quiet rituals: a reading nook beneath a picture window that frames an olive tree; soft lighting that shifts with the time of day; and acoustics that hold conversations in intimate reverberation. The home is layered, but never loud.
DESIGN MEETS DISCIPLINE
Executing a project of this scale and subtlety demanded more than design intuition— it required rigorous discipline. GroundedDesign oversaw every detail, from conceptual planning through technical documentation and onsite supervision. Materials were sourced with both performance and aging in mind, ensuring that every element— from porcelain tile to hardwood— would maintain its beauty over time.
Smart home automation has been integrated seamlessly, enabling zoned climate control, adaptive lighting, and discreet AV systems. Sustainability was not an afterthought but a baseline: high- performance insulation, energyefficient systems, and water-saving technology elevate the home’ s operational intelligence.
A NEW BENCHMARK FOR BOUTIQUE RESIDENTIAL DESIGN
Lime Tree Valley A20 stands as a refined counterpoint to the excess often associated with luxury homes in the region. Its value lies not in showmanship, but in its coherence. It’ s a house that doesn’ t need to announce itself— because it has already been considered, curated, and crafted to endure.
For GroundedDesign, this project is not just a portfolio piece— it’ s a manifesto. A call for slower, more thoughtful design in an accelerated world. A reminder that true elegance whispers.
TECHNICAL SHEET
Plot Area: 897 sqm Built-Up Area: 614 sqm Bedrooms: 5 Completion: April 2025 Duration: 9 months Contractor: V-Renovate www. esralemmens. com
Design Lead: Grounded Design Photo credit: Kelly Tooze
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