New HEIGHTS

THE ADDITION OF A SILO-STYLE TOWER TRANSFORMS A TIN-ROOFED BUNGALOW INTO A SPACIOUS, OPEN FAMILY HOME

- GRAHAM WOOD

SLEEK AND SIMPLE Charmed by the garden and its big trees, Charlene and Ruan knew this 1940s home in South Africa could be perfect for them and their son Viljoen – once some changes were made that respected its history. In the living area (below), architect Nadine Engelbrecht removed most of the interior walls and the ceiling to expose the trusses and create a loftier space. The steel of the window frames prompted a refined industrial approach. “I like the industrial feel of the black metal details,” says Charlene, swiftly adding she’s tempered it with “white for the fresh, minimalist look to create a blank canvas – everything looks good against white.” The felt rabbits on the dining table are handcrafted in Cape Town. For a similar table, try the ‘Byron’ mindi wood dining table from Living Styles. A rabbit sculpture by Guy du Toit sits on a table in the entrance area (opposite).