As the family wanted a functional layout and a visual connection between the TV and living rooms, passive design principles such as north-east facing bedrooms and an open plan layout was the way to achieve this....
The breathtaking views of lakes, paddocks and beautiful green belts dotted with olive trees are what attracted the family to Val de Vie Polo Estate and architect Abré Marais set about designing a unique home for them....
Contributing decor editor Candice Botha attended the Corobrik-SAIA Awards of Excellence and Merit and identified some trends in residential architecture...