Modern Themed

The lake house

By Svenja Gernoth, Project Consultant Ruanda van der Walt, Photography Karl Rogers

From the outside a French Provencal style is evident, however it has a African twist. All the window frames and stack doors boast dark meranti timber frames, and elements such as the water feature, and the lovely stone cladding found throughout the exterior add a natural ambience.

In the kitchen, a white countertop was chosen; this creates a fresh appeal and provides it with a chic and modern look. Dark cabinetry offers plenty of storage and stainless steel accessories and appliances further enhance the overall look. Numerous chandeliers create striking focal points. A dual staircase leads to the spacious bedrooms. Each with an en suite bathroom, these rooms reflect the individual personalities of their owners perfectly.

Downstairs, a bar area serves for entertainment purposes and also houses a steam room. This area leads onto the expansive verandah, fitted with a built-in braai. This stunning home also boasts its own indigenous garden which is low maintenance and complementary to the natural surroundings.

With beautiful light and flowing spaces, an abundance of natural elements and uninterrupted views of the tranquil scenery, this abode truly is magnificent and the ultimate lakeside charm.

Sherlight(011 918 6130/1)                                                     For a comprehensive range of chandeliers and wrought iron light fittings manufactured locally by Verobrass, contact Sherlight. The company specialises in the distribution of all your outdoor and indoor lighting requirements.Rietpan Construction ( 072 056 2056)was responsible for the comprehensive construction of this home from the very start to adding the final finishing touches. The company also plastered the exterior and interior, painted the walls, fitted the ceilings, molded cornices, and laid the tiles and rhinolite. Rich earthy tones were chosen for features such as the natural sandstone, terracotta bricks, purpose-made sash windows and doors from Rutherford Joinery, and the Coppo clay roof tiles from Mazista. Contact Rietpan Construction for an excellent all-inclusive service.Rietpan Construction ( 072 056 2056)was responsible for the comprehensive construction of this home from the very start to adding the final finishing touches. The company also plastered the exterior and interior, painted the walls, fitted the ceilings, molded cornices, and laid the tiles and rhinolite. Rich earthy tones were chosen for features such as the natural sandstone, terracotta bricks, purpose-made sash windows and doors from Rutherford Joinery, and the Coppo clay roof tiles from Mazista. Contact Rietpan Construction for an excellent all-inclusive service.Caesarstone(083 608 5810)The brightness of this beautiful room carries through to the CaesarStone quartz work surface which is highly durable and made from natural quartz – one of nature’s hardest materials. Available in 28 amazing colours, CaesarStone is crack, chip, heat and stain-resistant and is backed by a lifetime material warranty.MidasEarthcote( 011 615 0952)applied its specialised paint and plaster finishes on the interior and exterior of this home, providing it with luxurious textures. On the inside, Earthcote Stucco in the colour “Natural” was used and Earthcote Pigmented Plaster in the colour “Frost on Grass”. On the Exterior Midas Fresco was used for in a custom colour simply called “Ebotse Gold”.

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