PROJECTS
A timber frame is as much a practical choice as it is an aesthetic one due to the difficult clay soil terrain and harsh weather conditions .
built-in water purification system , gas stoves and gas heaters , and only borehole water is used .
“ House Memel represents a thoughtful response to a client brief for a timber frame home , with leisure and entertainment at heart , and with difficult soil conditions for construction ,” says Slabbert . “ Timber is the ideal construction material with which to bring House Memel to life , due to both soil and weather conditions in the area . Thanks to its strength and insulating properties , the occupants are able to enjoy a comfortable , well-insulated structure that is built to last ; well-considered design and high-quality finishes layer brawn with beauty for a sturdy ,
Timber is the ideal construction material with which to bring House Memel to life .
yet luxurious structure that will comfortably weather both the elements and shifts in design trends for years to come ,” Slabbert concludes .
Special thanks to Eco Log Homes ’ site supervisor , Robert Chabangu , whose enthusiasm in motivating his team was second to none . Much of the success of this project is attributed to him .
Well-considered design and high-quality finishes layer brawn with beauty for a sturdy , yet luxurious structure .
Timber as a building material is so flexible and adaptable , which makes it especially well-suited to building on unforgiving terrain .
18 JUNE / JULY 2018 //