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Zimbalile Residence

Zimbalile Residence

Zimbalile is located in Knysna’s prestigious Pezula Private Estate. The site dramatically descends to the north with views to a pine forest valley.

Designed for a dynamic connection with nature, the house embraces the outdoors at every opportunity. On the ground floor, the main entertainment space opens to the lanai to the north and a double-storey atrium to the south. The main bedroom is flanked by a large balcony and a private courtyard.

Each room is oriented to capture the striking northern views. The main balcony features rusted steel fins that accentuate the spatial relationship between movement and the landscape beyond.

Rich rusted steel, a reference to the reddish enon sandstone deep below the site, provides a striking contrast to the cool grounded concrete, and sweeping grey steel of the house.

Water completes the connection with nature. In a central double-volume atrium, nestled between the living room and study, a water feature breaks the building form to draw water to the spine of the house. It not only provides a sense of connection to the elements but also serves as a focal point for the entire home.

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