# Opulent Fortress Abodes The Wessels Joyce Associates House at Pezula Screams Luxury By Jamie Danielle Munro | Published 2011-07-17 | Luxury Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wessels-joyce-associates-house-at-pezula References: [contemporist](http://www.contemporist.com/2011/07/15/house-at-pezula-by-wessels-joyce-associates/pezula_150711_11/) & [wjarchitects.co.za](http://www.wjarchitects.co.za/) Anyone looking for a [retirement home](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hollywood-hills-house-1) a notch above the rest should check out the Wessels Joyce Associates House at Pezula. This opulent abode is surrounded by [swimming pools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/malvern-pool-house) and stunning landscapes, making this piece of architecture irresistible. The home is luxurious yet practical for its South African location. Equipped with large windows that allow free-flowing ventilation, the Wessels Joyce Associates House at Pezula is perfect for those hot summer months. For anyone still feeling the heat, there is also a glistening, crystal-clear pool for lounging and reducing your body heat. These photos show stunning views of both the house and gorgeous landscape. **Implications** - As the credit crunch slowly improves, many consumers are now looking to spend their money on more [lavish products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tropical-living). Businesses that provide commodities with opulent qualities will appeal to this growing consumer base. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.3/10 - Popularity: 93% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia, Africa ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury) > [Ultra Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/ultraluxury) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Retirement Home Upgrade:** Opulent retirement homes with luxurious amenities and stunning landscapes are in high demand as consumers look to spend their money on more lavish products. - **Luxury Architecture:** Architectural designs that combine opulence and practicality, incorporating features like large windows for ventilation and crystal-clear pools, are gaining popularity among consumers. - **Hot-weather Living:** Homes designed for hot summer months, with features like free-flowing ventilation and swimming pools for cooling off, are becoming a desirable choice for consumers in hot climates. ### Who This Affects Most - **Retirement Homes:** The retirement home industry can cater to the growing demand for opulent and luxurious retirement homes with stunning landscapes and top-notch amenities. - **Architecture and Design:** Architects and designers can capitalize on the trend of luxury architecture by creating designs that combine opulence and practicality, appealing to consumers seeking high-end living spaces. - **Real Estate and Property Development:** Real estate developers can target consumers looking for homes designed for hot weather, offering properties with features like free-flowing ventilation and swimming pools suitable for cooling off. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modern Stone-Clad Residences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/villa-coachella.md) - [Thick-Walled Coastal Buildings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hytte-riverview.md) - [Modern Mountainous Luxury Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robert-chisholm-architects.md) - [Cliffside Minimalist Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aip-azia-villa.md) - [Textural Greek Holiday Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southwand-house.md) - [Fiji Ocean-Front Estate Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reef-house.md) - [Discreet Modern Brazil Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jf-residence.md) - [Meadow-Overlooking Sleek Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studioac-1.md) - [Hidden Resort Homes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stealth-1.md)