Cape dutch

The musSouth Africa’s two prevailing currents — Benguela and Algulhas — make it one of the most dynamic landscapes in the world.

Influenced by the Cape Dutch style of South Africa, this small in-fill home was designed for an interior designer to reflect her international travels.

The architecture of this modern home in Minnesota was influenced by subtle Cape Dutch style of South Africa. Charlie & Co Design created the unique architecture

We'll take you on a tour of real homes, from breathtaking makeovers to clever small abodes, our editors take inspiration from these homes all over the country.

A modern take on vernacular Cape Dutch architecture

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Boutique Guesthouse Constantia

Drawing of the development of Cape gables, depicting detail of the florid type, Stellenbosch (Meerlust 1776, Spier 1778 and Nooitgedacht 1774), the triangular pediment type, Drakenstein (Hoop of Constantia, old Parsonage (Paarl) late 18th century and Rhone 1795), the rounded pediment type, Cape Peninsula (Groot Constantia Jonker's House 1791 and Stellenberg late 18th century) and the simple types (Stellenberg and Noordhoek stepped gable).