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Abstract African Abodes

This Peaceful Sanctuary Offers Gorgeous Views and Social Respite

— January 24, 2015 — Art & Design
Architecture firm Three14 Architects designed a peaceful sanctuary for a young family in Cape Town, South Africa.

The home is located on a gorgeous piece of property offering views of both the Devil's Peak and The Back Table of the iconic Table Mountain. The architects focused on creating an open-space concept that took advantage of all the location had to offer in terms of views. The execution of these goals resulted in a house that is so lightweight in its design and construction, it appears as though it is floating.

The home is enclosed in a perforated courtyard which allows light to permeate though. The rooms within the house are carefully positioned so that they receive the maximum amount of natural light.

Trend Themes
1. Open-space Architecture - Emerging trend of creating open-space concepts that focus on taking advantage of natural views and optimizing natural light for residential projects.
2. Floating Design - New trend of creating lightweight constructions that simulate the appearance of floating, providing a unique and modern aesthetic to residential properties.
3. Perforated Courtyard Enclosures - Growing trend of using perforated courtyard enclosures in architecture projects, allowing lights to permeate through and providing privacy while blending architecture and nature.
Industry Implications
1. Architecture - Architecture firms could explore the use of open space concepts, lightweight construction, and perforated courtyard enclosures in their projects, offering unique and modern designs to their clients.
2. Construction Materials - Manufacturers of lightweight construction materials could develop new products to meet the demand for floating designs, offering sustainable and cost-effective options to architects and construction companies.
3. Residential Real Estate - Real estate developers could leverage the trend of open-space architecture and floating designs to create properties that stand out in a competitive market, offering unique and high-end homes that meet the demands of discerning buyers.
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