The original brief was for a state-of-art modern family home appropriately suited to its context on Nettleton Road both in functionality and architectural expression. The home was designed to meet the needs of a growing family into the future and to suit the entertaining lifestyle of the owners. Aesthetically, the clients wanted materials that were both bold and earthy, as well a s light and uncluttered. In addition , it needed to balance it's western exposure while maximizing the views.
Netteton Road is considered by many to be among the country's most prestigious residential neighborhoods and such, is home to several signature works by some of Cape Town's leading architects. Set high on the western slopes of Lion' head. Nettleton Rd directly overlooks the famous Clifton beaches below with oblique views southwards to the 12 Apostles mountains.