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Linnell-Reed Residence, Voelklip Hermanus

by Tarryn
September 7, 2026

The Linnell-Reed residence in Voelklip, Hermanus represents the kind of brief that demands careful reading of site and context before any form is decided. Voelklip is one of the Walker Bay coastline’s quieter residential areas — established, unhurried, close to the ocean — and the design needed to sit within that character rather than announce itself against it. Kevin Els Architects approached the project as a considered family home: generous without being excessive, contemporary without being cold. The two-storey form is...

Glazed corner living volume with slatted balcony above a lawn and paved terrace, Kerzner Estate, Hout Bay, Cape Town

Kerzner Estate

by Tarryn
June 21, 2026

Set against the dramatic backdrop of Hout Bay's mountains and harbour, Kerzner Estate is a contemporary residence designed to frame its coastal surroundings. Kevin Els Architects approached the brief with clean lines, expansive glazing and a considered relationship between indoor and outdoor living — creating a home that feels grounded in its landscape, yet quietly luxurious....

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Sands of Darakasi

by Tarryn
September 18, 2024

This has to be one of the most prime examples of a proactive modern safari lodge design, careful consideration for rain water harvesting as well as self sustainable solar energy “villa”’ type units are considered ,blending in the natural vegetation with awesome Crocodile River in full view. Architecture stunningly portrayed...

Single storey home at dusk with timber pergola, stone wall and glowing glazed living areas, Estate Providence, Nairobi

6 Houses – Estate Providence

by Tarryn
May 15, 2024

These homes form part of an exclusive residential estate in Nairobi. Each property is approximately 2000m2 and the architecture is designed to provide maximum privacy with luxurious contemporary open plan living. Green Features: All homes have state of the art smart home systems with home power derived from 16 kwa inverter systems via PV solar panels. The roof of the homes are designed to cater for rainwater harvesting with 10000 l water tanks for storage....

Cape Dutch inspired gables and dark pitched roofs at dusk, Anura Wine Estate residential development, Stellenbosch

Anura Wine Estate

by Tarryn
May 15, 2024

The Western Cape in South Africa is synonymous with Cape Dutch architecture with examples of this strong heritage exported to California, USA, Australia and New Zealand amongst others. The more modern approach with a strong identity of this architectural heritage is well sought after. The homes that Kevin Els designed in the Western Cape and on Anura Wine Estate pays homage to South African Cape Dutch architectural heritage....

House Marx

House Marx

by Tarryn
May 14, 2024

Here the home is designed on a large property overlooking a river. The home has classical elements and the main entrance has double volume space with lots of natural light making it a well-appointed and comfortable home. Green Features: As per all KEA designs, Kevin's emphasis is lessening the carbon footprint during construction through to living in the home by ideally reducing the use of the electrical grid from electricity suppliers with self reliance and management of solar power....

Double volume living room with ring pendant lights and fireplace opening to the garden, House Moodley, Midrand

House Moodley

by Tarryn
May 14, 2024

Easy living in a well-sorted residential estate. Anyone passing would pause to look at the home and enjoy the architecture. Modern aspects to the design make this a desirable home. Green Features: The home is close to a busy neighbouring road, therefore the insulation and double glazing create serenity and quietness. Focal points of the home are positioned on a green belt with tranquil surroundings. The home is designed with thermal values creating a warm home in winter and cool home...

Waterfront residence lit at dusk with deep balconies, stone piers and pool terrace, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands

Private Residence, Grand Cayman

by Tarryn
May 14, 2024

Modern elements play an essential role in respect to location, site orientation and position. Situated on a canal, the home exudes luxury with direct access to outdoor entertainment and a boat mooring. Green Features: Energy efficiency is the cornerstone of green building. This home is designed to manage extreme humidity and heat, with lots of natural light and ventilation the home has passive solar design and smart home systems....