House Serengeti by Nico van der Meulen Architects

Date of Publishing: January 10, 2025

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Architecture Design of House Serengeti

Description About The Project

House Serengeti designed by Nico van der Meulen Architects, is a North-facing luxury villa that masterfully blends raw and refined materials into a cohesive modernist design. The home integrates natural elements like stone, wood, and steel with sleek glass finishes, creating an ecologically conscious retreat that embraces indoor-outdoor living.

The south-facing street entrance features a striking rusted steel wall, mounted on tracks to slide open and reveal the double garage. Visual continuity is maintained through rusted steel framing around the entrance and upper-level windows. A Balau wood deck walkway leads from the street to the front door, crossing over a tranquil koi pond and seamlessly connecting the natural surroundings with the home’s entry.

Inside, every detail speaks to understated luxury. The interiors, curated by M Square Lifestyle Design, combine elegant furnishings and lighting from renowned brands with an emphasis on functionality and glamour. Bathrooms eschew traditional tiles for back-sprayed glass, while the master bathroom opens onto a terrace, merging indoor and outdoor spaces with Balau timber decking.

Eco-friendly features are seamlessly integrated, including a two-foot-thick stone-clad western wall that absorbs heat, recessed windows with brise soleil to regulate sunlight, and a design that maximizes seasonal efficiency. The kitchen, designed by M Square Lifestyle Design and built by Blueline Kitchens, was recognized as the Best Designed Kitchen using Caesarstone in 2009.

With its emphasis on natural materials, cutting-edge design, and ecological responsibility, House Serengeti stands as a testament to modernist architecture tailored for luxurious family living.

The Architecture Design Project Information:

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

House Serengeti by Nico van der Meulen Architects

North-facing modernist villa with a harmonious balance of raw and refined materials.

Steel framing provides visual continuity around windows and entrance.
Luxurious Interior Features:

Curated by M Square Lifestyle Design, featuring furnishings from Molteni & C, Horm, Fantoni, and more.

Master bathroom opens onto a terrace with integrated timber decking.
Eco-Friendly Elements:

Combines sustainability with modern family living, emphasizing natural light and ventilation.

The House Serengeti Gallery:

Text by the Architects: This North-facing villa is perfectly balanced with an application of earthy textures against high-gloss finishes, and raw material against refined elements.

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