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hillstation
A hidden ancillary unit.
A client came to us with a beautiful site in Morningside, Durban, that had terrific elevated views of the sea and harbour. He longed to build a small bolt hole at the top of the site and told us the story of ‘Hillstations’. They are traditionally high altitude towns or places in India where people would seek refuge during summer to escape the heat. Durban, known for its warm climate, was a perfect place to investigate this typology. A modest 80 sqm unit with a double garage and 2 bedrooms on the ground floor are encased by a solid gabion wall. The first floor is a pavilion of steel and glass, with glazed panels that open the entire footprint as a veranda.
Location : Morningside, Durban