Architect and Builder Dec 2017 / Jan 2018 | Page 103

INHOUSE CREATES TWO INTERIOR VARIATIONS FOR AN
UPMARKET DEVELOPMENT
Inhouse was commissioned by the Berman Bros Group to design the interiors of a series
of two- and three-bedroom apartments situated in a new luxury development located on
St John’s Road in Sea Point, Cape Town. Rather than creating carbon copies and giving
all 16 apartments the same design treatment, Inhouse has created two distinct styles to
cater for different tastes.
Each of the 16 three- and two-bedroom apartments feature an open-plan living area and
bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, but the contrasting interiors of the units create starkly
different atmospheres. Eight of the apartments have a modern contemporary aesthetic with
a predominantly dark palette, while the other eight apartments boast a classic contemporary
direction and a neutral colour palette.
In each of the classic contemporary apartments, marble floors feature throughout the
spacious open-plan living area, which comprises living, dining and kitchen zones. A subtle
mix of classic and contemporary
elements with soft, delicate
textures makes the interiors warm
and homely.
In the kitchen zone, an island
clad in natural oak with a polished
marble countertop takes centre
stage, with white cupboards and
classic beaded wall panelling
giving the space a light and airy
feel. In the bedrooms, the neutral
colour scheme continues with soft
oak fixtures, plush grey carpets
and the same classic beaded wall panelling adding the final touches.
For the second series of apartments, the designers opted for modern finishes and
moodier tones, such as dark brown, grey and black, with hints of gold. The open-plan living
room and kitchen area features wide plank oak flooring, with walls and cupboards panelled
in black-stained oak. The kitchen island is clad in timber and finished with a polished marble
countertop. In the bedrooms, light oak flooring and timber wall panelling make up the dominant
design features. The overall look-and-feel of these apartments is modern, bold and luxurious.
Due to the similarity of the layout of the 16 apartments, there are some elements that
have been duplicated in both designs, such as the large black-framed windows that allow
natural light into the kitchens and living areas, and the modish light fixtures placed above
the islands that provide additional lighting. Ceiling troughs lined with soft LED lights, along
with skimmed ceilings with double recessed downlights, feature in both designs as well.
Whether you prefer a contemporary apartment with classic finishes or a modern apartment
with loads of character, Inhouse has successfully designed two luxurious and spacious
interior variations that will cater to either taste.
For information on Inhouse’s other projects, visit www.inhouse.ws.
To inquire about the St John’s Road development, visit www.bermanbrothers.co.za.
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