Glen Villa: modernisation and transformation of an existing house

 Cape Town, South Africa

Interior Architects: ARRCC

Photography  ©  Adam Letch

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ARRCC modernised and transformed an existing house on a unique wooded plot at the foot of the famous Table Mountain in Cape Town. Additions fuse seamlessly with the existing architecture, while simultaneously enhancing a powerful connection with the surrounding landscape and magnificent city views.

The most significant architectural additions include a new garden pavilion, which replaced a small open structure, and the conversion and extension of a bedroom on the upper level to create a penthouse main suite. ARRCC redesigned the interiors throughout the main house, including the addition of an enclosed wine room. Outside, an extensive terraced lawn was added. 

ARRCC’s priority throughout was to harness the energy of a juxtaposition between the contemporary, clean-lined architectural forms with the powerful organic presence of the mountainside.

Interior designers Mark Rielly:

“The interiors are a collaborative vision working with local artisans focusing on the use of materials to reveal their natural beauty and purest form, shaping bespoke pieces that are raw and transforming them into objects of luxury.”

 ARRCC Director, Jon Case:

“To be in an urban setting, yet with the powerful natural presence of Table Mountain, it inspired us to create an ‘urban resort’”

ARRCC’s Afro-minimalist approach sustains a dialogue with the palette of raw concrete ceilings and roughly hewn stone walls. Smooth marble, bleached timbers, and brushed and patinated metals are layered onto the architectural shell, adding complexity and refinement to the gritty and earthy palette. Combined with glamorous accents and moody elements, the interiors capture ARRCC’s trademark “barefoot luxury” effect.

ARRCC:

We’re proud to announce that Glen Villa has been shortlisted for the Scape Awards’ Residential Interior of the Year!