Article source: Metropole Architects

The design is based on three rectangular forms arranged in such a way so as to create the sense of opposing movement.

The first rectangular form is grounded in the site and orientated on an east west axis. The 2nd and 3rd rectangular forms are elevated above and positioned side by side one another in a north south axis – one heading with purpose towards the ocean, with the other having its sight set on the golf course fairway in the opposite direction. The sense of movement on the upper level is created by intentional horizontal lines and cantilevers projected towards their respective targets.

Image Courtesy © Alexis Diack Architecture & Design Photography

• Architects: Metropole Architects
• Project: Palm House
• Location: Palm Avenue, Zimbali Coastal Estate, KwaZulu Natal North Coast, South Africa
• Photography: Alexis Diack Architecture & Design Photography
• Software used: SketchUp, Autocad
• Design Architect: Nigel Tarboton of Metropole Architects
• Project Architect: Tyrone Reardon of Metropole Architects
• Project Technician: Chris Laird of Metropole Architects
• Interior Design: Schané Anderson of Olala Interiors
• Landscaper: Lynch Frog Landscapes
• Engineer: Mono Block
• Contractor: Rhodes Construction
• Timeline: The design process started in June 2014 with construction commencing in April 2016 and completing in August 2018.

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