Higher calling: A fortress of calm in the heart of Joburg's suburban forest
The design of this family home is simple, but makes for a powerful response to the distinctive character of its treed suburban setting
17 September 2023 - 00:00
Sometimes Johannesburg’s suburbs, particularly the older ones, feel as if they are in the countryside. When their gardens are anchored by beautiful big trees, as they often are, and the branches spread out like roofs in their own right, arriving home can feel almost like an escape from the city. There’s greenery and birdsong, and the bustle of urban life can seem far away...
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