House Joc, Harmony Retreat by Nico van der Meulen Architects

Architecture Design of House Joc

Description About The Project

House Joc, designed by Rudolph van der Meulen of Nico van der Meulen Architects, is a breathtaking villa nestled on a sprawling 10,000 sq.m parcel of land. Positioned on a northern slope, it offers spectacular views of a private game reserve. This nearly 900 sq.m home seamlessly blends luxury, functionality, and sustainability.

The entrance, accessed via a protected porte-cochère and a striking glass front door, opens into a serene space overlooking an indoor splash pool and a cascading outdoor water feature. A pair of staircases lead to separate wings of the home, with the main suite and gym on one side and the children’s bedrooms on the other.

The double-volume family and dining room flows effortlessly into the open-plan kitchen, which extends to a lanai framed by a dramatic beam. Frameless glass doors allow the space to transform into an expansive indoor-outdoor living area, complete with an infinity-edge pool and breathtaking reserve views. The kitchen, featuring a barbecue just three meters away from the counter, connects to practical spaces such as a walk-in pantry, cold room, scullery, and laundry leading to the garages.

Upstairs, the master suite embodies tranquility and elegance. It features a freestanding bathtub with unobstructed views of the reserve, a double-sided fireplace, and an open layout with direct access to a private balcony. The opposite wing houses a study and guest suite on the lower level, with three children’s bedrooms above, some uniquely elevated on steel piloti.

Sustainability is central to the design. North-facing rooms maximize natural light, while solar control ensures the home stays cool in summer and warm in winter. High-level windows and sliding glass doors enhance ventilation, eliminating the need for air conditioning.

The basement level houses a home theater and a bespoke display room for the owner’s collection of guitars, adding a personal touch to this architectural masterpiece. House Joc is a luxurious sanctuary where modern design meets thoughtful integration with nature.

The Architecture Design Project Information:

• Project Name: House Joc
• Location: South Africa
• Designed by: Nico van der Meulen Architects

The House Joc Gallery:

Text by the Architects: This villa was designed by Rudolph van der Meulen of Nico van der Meulen Architects for a mature couple on a 10 000sq.m parcel of land on a northern slope overlooking a private game reserve (see the telescope in the main bedroom!). The total covered area is nearly 900 sq.m. The driveway takes you past the house to the back to a protected porte cochere and a glass front door, from where you overlook an indoor splash pool and an outdoor water feature with a series of fountains spilling over the far edge.

Photo credit: | Source: Nico van der Meulen Architects

For more information about this project; please contact the Architecture firm :
– Add: 43 Grove St, Ferndale, Randburg, 2194, South Africa
– Tel: +27 11 789 5242
– Email: marketing@nicovdmeulen.com 

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