Rooted in CALM

Within lush suburban greenery lies a home that feels effortlessly grounded – a warm, textural retreat designed for a young family to find stillness, comfort and connection

- text LYNETTE BOTHA

Beneath a canopy of mature trees in one of Johannesburg’s most established neighbourhoods, this Bedfordview home exudes an immediate sense of ease.

It’s as though nature itself has wrapped it in quietness. ‘The huge established trees give so much shade and a sense of calm,’ says interior designer Sumari Krige of La Grange Interiors, who brought the home to life. ‘It made sense to create interiors that echo that same feeling — a homely, tranquil space where you can truly exhale.’

The clients, busy medical professionals with two young daughters, wanted a home that functioned as a true sanctuary — somewhere to unwind after long, demanding days. With family close by, their weekends often centre around gatherings and celebrations, making practicality as important as beauty. ‘Their home is their sanctuary,’ Sumari says. ‘They wanted every room to have a purpose and for it to feel comfortable and easy to live in.’