HIGHVELD HOME

Set on an elevated site overlooking the famous urban forest of Johannesburg, this new build was built around the kitchen. This project was a fresh start for an entrepreneurial businesswoman, with interiors that take their cue from the ancient African olive tree in her extensive indigenous garden, shaping a natural layered palette, punctuated with brilliant colour accents of locally handcrafted textiles and rugs. Inspired by the garden, a mosaic mural and carved cement feature wall are focal points in the kitchen and entrance hall. With its warm kitchen, and a thoughtful selection of artworks and personal objects this house feels comfortable and welcoming to grandchildren, pets and a steady stream of friends.