CHARACTERISTICS OF CAPE DUTCH FARMHOUSE ARCHITECTURE - Images of house and garden style.
The Cape Dutch style was developed around the 1800's in the new colony of Cape Town. The style is known for its charming residential architecture
and gardens. It is believed to have originated
from the Dutch gabled buildings of Amsteredam, but there were also French and Malay influences. See also
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Meerlust Farmhouse
These farmhouses had thatch roofs and white walls with a simple symmetrical facade.
Over time, a central gable emerged as the hallmark of the style,
as the curvy white walls against the thatch gave a memorable impression.
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Groot Constantia Front Gable
The Cape Dutch style can be recreated for modern houses,
and is well suited to the size houses ranging from 400 to 1000 sqm. The detail execution is very important,
as this makes the difference between houses that are as genuine as the original farmhouses, and tacky badly executed
attempts.
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Outbuilding at Lanzerac
The style originated when the Dutch Settlers were faced with much bigger tracts of land to build their houses on then back in
Holland. As the years went on the gables became more elaborate and the plans more spacious and sophisticated but always
maintaining the central gable and sliding sash windows. For more on architectural services by this Cape Town residential architect view
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by clicking on the link.
where you can see how todays, designers such as Beverley Hui Architects are continuing the
tradition designing unique gems on wine farms in the style.
Modern Cape Dutch House by Beverley Hui Architects
For more designs by this residential architect view
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Peter Faulke Wine Farm
MANOR HOME PETER FAULKE WINES
This striking example incorporates all the essential hallmarks of the style.
For more designs of Cape Dutch Houses see PLOTSFORSALECAPETOWN which contains many great photos.
Darling Towers Farm
Beverley Hui Architects designs this home for a farm in Darling in the historical Cape Dutch style that is an architectural phenomenon unique to South Africa.houses typically have timber windows and thatched roofs but this newly built home uses corrugated roof sheeting and uPVC windows instead. The H-shaped plan, curvy gables and perfect proportions characteristic of the style have been maintained by the architect. The building is for a farmstead in Darling and overlooks the picturesque town.
For more cape vernacular house designs by this residential architect view ARCHITECTCAPETOWN by clicking on the link.
See bellow for photos of more new designs as well as classic historical examples. Last updated 2 Feb 2020
RUSTENBERG FARM HOUSE
This photo shows a typical example of a Cape Dutch Manor House as seen at Rustenburg in Stellenbosch. The plinth has been painted red uniqely to this home. The gable is of the pedimented variety. For Cape Town architects currently designing in the style see ARCHITECTCAPETOWN web reference.
ZEVENWACHT
The Capes best kept secret the farmhouse at Zevenwacht is nestled between vineyards overlooking a lake.
LANZERAC
This graceful homestead has been used as a hotel for decades and is well maintained. See PLOTSFORSALECAPETOWN to see farms for sale in Cape winelands.
BOSCHENDAL
This Estate liews nestled in the Banghoek valley. It is one of the earliest examples and a simple H-shaped layout. The inside of the house can be views as one of the Capes finest heritage monuments. The Cape vernacular style is similar to the Cape Dutch style but is is simpler. For more cape vernacular house designs by this residential architect view TOP-ARCHITECTS by clicking on the link and see how Stellebosch architects are transforming the town through this style.
GROOT CONSTANTIA
The most famous of all the Cape Dutch buildings it was also one of the first and is now open to the public as a museum on the foothills of Table Mountain.
NORMANDY FARMHOUSE
The NORMANDY BOUTIQUE HOTEL is a concept desgin for a luxury boutique hotel on the slopes of the Boschendal mountain. The u-shaped design creates opportunities to arrange the gables in the correct places, while creating a sheltered private courtyard for the swimming pool. Designed by Beverley Hui Architects. For more on house plans by this residential architect view ARCHITECTCAPETOWN by clicking on the link.
DARLING TOWERS 2016
DARLING TOWERS FARM is located on a farm overlooking the picturesque town of Darling. The carefully placed windows, gables and outside stair maintain the Cape Dutch look, while creating something entirely unique. Designed by Beverley Hui Architects.The h-shaped plan provides for a long central stoep, the heart of the home, with stunning views. Above, are the SOLAR PANELS that make the home completely independent for its power source. The original masters would never have dreamed their style would endure to the time when power is created by solar panels on the roof alongside the gable.
HOUSE FERNWOOD 2008
HOUSE FERNWOOD: Breaking away from tradition a little, the smokey coloured walls add depth to the facade. Instead of a central door, there is a water feature, and four large double doors stand either side of it allow the home to live out onto the garden. Small dormer windows and a pergola soften the appearance. Designed by Beverley Hui Architects. To purchase land in an Estate and building your own version, visit PLOTSFORSALECAPETOWN by clicking on the link.
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