Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Image 2 of 24Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Living Room, Sofa, WindowsWaterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Windows, FacadeWaterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Exterior Photography, CityscapeWaterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - More Images+ 19

Ciudad del Cabo, South Africa
  • Architects: GSQUARED
  • Area Area of this architecture project Area:  3939 ft²
  • Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2018
  • Photographs
    Photographs:Niel Vosloo
  • Manufacturers Brands with products used in this architecture project
    Manufacturers:  Acor, Alpino Kitchens, Dado, Fibbonaci Stone, Meir, Mier, Still
  • Lead Architects: Renato Graca, Francois Du Plessis
Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Windows, Facade
© Niel Vosloo

Text description provided by the architects. Inspiration was drawn from the context and city living. The needs for privacy but still capturing the views to the city, harbour and mountain.

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Living Room, Sofa, Windows
© Niel Vosloo

The street edge was treated with a hard concrete structure to provide privacy to the owners. Carefully punctured openings on the street façade allowed for natural light and ventilation. The large window on the street edge was screened using a bespoke custom made metal screen, which filters the afternoon sun.

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Stairs, Handrail
© Niel Vosloo

The use of contrasting colours like black, white and natural timber kept the interior simple and minimalistic, which allowed the space to feel light and bright. This colour pallet was used both externally and internally.

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Exterior Photography, Cityscape
© Niel Vosloo

Metal and timber with smooth plastered surfaces contrasts as the day changes and the sun shines on the façade. Strong geometric forms are used as a medium to render shadows on the building and filter light into the spaces.

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Exterior Photography
© Niel Vosloo
Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Image 17 of 24
Floor Plan
Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Table, Sofa, Windows
© Niel Vosloo

The bespoke floating metal stair allows for vertical circulation that is light and unobstructed. A custom made steel screen filters the afternoon sun and provides privacy from the street and the neighbours. Feature track and spotlights were used to highlight architectural and interior features throughout the building.

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Bathroom, Bathtub, Lighting
© Niel Vosloo

 A metal spiral stair connects the living with the entertainment roof terrace which captures 360’ views of the city, harbour and mountain. Two luxury high end town houses which maximized the use of space and vertical living within strong geometric forms within the city centre.

Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED - Interior Photography, Dining room, Table, Chair
© Niel Vosloo

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Cite: "Waterkant Townhouse / GSQUARED" [Residência Waterkant / GSQUARED] 29 Mar 2019. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/910459/waterkant-townhouse-gsquared> ISSN 0719-8884

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