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Sumit Singhal loves modern architecture. He comes from a family of builders who have built more than 20 projects in the last ten years near Delhi in India. He has recently started writing about the architectural projects that catch his imagination. Clifton 301 in Cape Town, South Africa by OKHAJuly 30th, 2019 by Sumit Singhal
Article source: OKHA OKHA’s latest interior project, Clifton 301, is a seasonal two-bedroom apartment in a sophisticated contemporary complex designed by SAOTA. Flanked on either side by Table Mountain’s legendary Twelve Apostles, it looks out over breath-taking panoramic views of the Cape Atlantic Ocean and is in equal parts luxurious getaway, relaxed coastal retreat and entertainer’s dream. The architects designed the complex with deliberately pared-down, monochromatic interior shells.  Image Courtesy © Peter Bruyns
 Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo Not only was OKHA responsible for the interior decoration, but also designed key items of bespoke handmade furniture throughout the apartment. “Our first objective was to individualise the space by modulating the internal colour palette,” says OKHA director Adam Court. He and the OKHA team set about customising the apartment’s interiors to create a cool and restful space in contrast to the bright, sunlit exterior.  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo “We used subtle shades of green with delicate natural tonalities that reference the local landscape,” says Court. Table Mountain’s famous granite, fynbos and dappled woods are evoked throughout the apartment in a rich, raw palette of natural timbers, stones and metals, which are contrasted with plush velvets and linens on the walls, floors and furniture coverings, resulting in what Court refers to as a contemporary “quiet opulence”.  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo “These shades are repeated in the furniture with a strong emphasis on textures and materials,” he adds. When it came to designing the custom furniture pieces, Court says, “The designs are pared-back and lean focussing on strong forms and shapes that communicate simply and directly.” “All the artwork accessories and objects are from Cape-based artisans and add an essential level of layering and local character,” he adds.  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Melissa de Freitas  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © Niel Vosloo  Image Courtesy © OKHA
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