Recently renovated, this contemporary duplex combines the enduring appeal of modern farmhouse design and the practical considerations of energy-efficient living. Across two levels, the residence offers two bedrooms, one-and-a-half bathrooms and thoughtfully arranged living spaces, where natural textures, contemporary finishes and alternative energy installations form part of a cohesive design approach. Set within a residential complex characterised by a well established communal gardens, the property occupies an appealing position alongside one of Pretoria's recognised botanical landmarks.
The lower level is arranged around a semi-open-plan dining room, lounge and kitchen, as well as a guest cloakroom. A restrained palette of brick-tile flooring and painted lime-washed walls establishes the interior's distinctive character. The combination introduces texture and warmth, with the natural variation of the materials providing an interesting counterpoint to the more contemporary elements of the renovation.
Accessed from the enclosed front patio, the entrance opens into the dining area. Floor-to-ceiling steel-framed windows flank the space, allowing natural light to become an integral part of the interior, while a glass-and-steel door connects the dining area to the rear patio. Both patios are enclosed by face-brick walls, creating defined outdoor living spaces on either side of the residence.
The north facing lounge area is fitted with floor-to-ceiling steel-framed windows on two sides allowing for views of the garden and rear patio. Its semi open plan layout connects this space to the dining room area and kitchen.
The kitchen follows a modern interpretation of traditional farmhouse detailing. Shaker-style cabinetry is paired with engineered-stone countertops and a mosaic tile splashback, while the cooking arrangement incorporates a five-burner gas hob and electric thermofan oven. A glass-and-steel door leads from the kitchen to the courtyard and a separate laundry room, fitted with a washbasin, washing-machine connection, provision for a tumble dryer and additional storage space.
A guest cloakroom, fitted with a wall-hung basin and square close-coupled toilet, completes the lower level.
The brick-tiled staircase leads to an upper-level landing connecting the two bedrooms and shared bathroom. Here, the architectural character shifts subtly. Pitched ceilings and exposed beams introduce volume and dimension, while natural timber flooring adds warmth.
Both bedrooms are north-facing and fitted with built-in wardrobes, roller blinds and solid wood flooring. The primary bedroom accommodates a king-size bed and includes a five-door built-in wardrobe, ceiling fan and air-conditioning unit. The second bedroom accommodates a queen-size bed and is fitted with a three-door built-in wardrobe and wall-mounted fan.
The shared bathroom combines mosaic floor tiles with tiled and painted wall finishes. Its fittings include a glass-panel walk-in shower, shrouded wall-mounted basin and close-coupled toilet.
Beyond aesthetic considerations, the property's energy infrastructure represents a substantial part of its appeal. The solar installation comprises of eight 555W solar panels, two 5.12kWh Lemoen LIFE5 LiFePO4 batteries and a 6kW Deye off-grid solar inverter. Domestic hot water is supplied by a 20-litre instant tankless gas water heater, supplemented by an electric geyser fitted with a 2kW energy-saving element. The five-burner gas hob provides an additional alternative energy source for everyday cooking. Provision has also been made for connection to borehole water during municipal water supply interruptions.
Practical amenities and security provisions extend beyond the residence itself. A single garage secured by a manual steel door provides for under roof parking. The unit's internal security is provided by burglar bars, while the complex has upgraded perimeter fencing as well as electric fencing and two automated access gates. The communal gardens are maintained with the assistance of a complex borehole, and pets are permitted subject to application and approval.
Location is another defining consideration. The residence offers convenient access to both the N4 and N1 highways, with Watermeyer Park Shopping Centre, the CSIR, the Innovation Hub, Samcor Park and the University of Pretoria, among some of the established commercial, institutional and educational destinations within convenient reach. Neighbouring the Pretoria National Botanical Garden, a distinctive natural landmark, the complex boasts with it own well established communal garden.
Combining the tactile qualities of modern farmhouse design, carefully considered contemporary finishes and an integrated alternative energy system, this newly renovated duplex offers a distinctive approach to residential living. It is a home where material character and practical functionality meet, with sustainability considered not as an afterthought, but as part of the property's underlying design and infrastructure.
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