This luxury private residence is situated in beautiful Clifton in Cape Town, South Africa.

Clifton is arguably one of the most exclusive neighbourhoods in the world. Only a very few properties are nestled on this mountain slope, carved from the sheer granite cliffs of the majestic Table Mountain. Overlooking a small bay and boasting four of the most picture-perfect beaches in the world, Clifton is the ultimate in beach living.

This residence was designed for a local mining and property investor and intended for the use of his family when they are in Cape Town.

The landmark building was originally designed by a legendary local architect. After a quarter of a century, however, its interior required a complete refurbishment. The scope of the project was therefore wide, embracing interior architecture, design, decor and furniture. The space was completely stripped down and its configuration altered to suit contemporary living. Facilities were enhanced to suit the family’s unique requirements. All the services were upgraded, to provide every possible convenience that modern technology has to offer. Form followed function, allowing for the expression of the client’s unique, personal, aesthetic style.

The aesthetic design concept was that of an early twentieth-century, international-style beach house – white washed and traditionally detailed, humble in its simplicity, comfortable in its provision. Stone and quality workmanship offered a timeless quality. Black and white marble was extensively used. Only the very best local master-craftsman was employed, working with only the highest quality materials available. Furniture items were created to last a lifetime, pieces for today, family treasures tomorrow. An impressive art collection provided the finishing touch, personalizing the space with the owner’s individual character.
The result was a timeless, luxurious, comfortable, family home, one affording full enjoyment of everything that a beach lifestyle has to offer: time together, relaxing in the sun, the quiet of the ocean in the background, tranquillity, peace and serenity. An incomparable experience for the user.

Photos by Adam Letch, Craig Howes, Luke Maximo Bell and Marcel van der Merwe          
Model Calvin King at Kult South Africa
Artist impressions by Jared Lombard