GC-01 House, Coastal Retreat by Craft of Architecture

Architecture Design of GC-01 House

Description About The Project

GC-01 house designed with meticulous attention to the climate, views, and privacy. This house is a 960m² bespoke coastal home that epitomizes luxurious coastal living. Situated atop a hill in one of South Africa’s most picturesque coastal precincts, the house offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and the surrounding landscape. The architecture seamlessly integrates with its natural surroundings, creating a harmonious blend of indoor and outdoor spaces that take full advantage of the location’s beauty and serenity.

The overall layout of GC-01 is thoughtfully oriented to face the ocean, ensuring that the primary living areas benefit from the stunning coastal views. Large windows and open spaces maximize transparency, allowing natural light to flood the interior and offering unobstructed vistas from nearly every room. This design approach not only enhances the visual appeal of the home but also creates a sense of openness and connection with nature, making the most of the spectacular scenery.

Privacy is also a key consideration in the design of GC-01. The home is strategically positioned and structured to offer private, secluded areas without compromising the stunning views and open feel. Multi-use spaces are fluidly arranged to provide flexibility and functionality, catering to the varied needs of modern living. The seamless boundaries between indoor and outdoor areas invite residents to enjoy the coastal climate and landscape year-round, making GC-01 a truly exceptional and versatile coastal retreat.

The Architecture Design Project Information:

• Project Name: GC-01 House
• Location: South Africa
• Designed by: Craft of Architecture

The GC-01 House Gallery:

Text by the Architects: Designed around what the climate is, where the views are and where the privacy needs to be, GC01 is a 960m² bespoke coastal home situated on a hilltop in one of South Africa’s most beautiful coastal precincts. The overall layout points toward the ocean in front of the house and the surrounding coastal views, maximizing transparency, creating seamless boundaries, and offering fluid, multi-use spaces throughout.

Photo credit: Grant Pitcher | Source: Craft of Architecture

For more information about this project; please contact the Architecture firm :
– Add: The Armoury 2, 160 Sir Lowry Rd, Woodstock, Cape Town, 7925, South Africa
– Tel: +27 21 685 8881
– Email: info@coasite.com

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