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they chose simple designs, used contrasting
colours on walls to create warm tones and
feature spaces, and maximised the use of
natural light. They also chose the best quality
sanitary fittings they could afford.

The owners feel that the end result is
beautiful in summer as all the stacking
doors open out to the garden and pool. The
house is warm in winter as they installed
a 13 kilowatt wood-burning fireplace and Bedroom before Bedroom after
went with 6.5mm laminate glass in all the
doors and windows – keeping the home
cosy in winter and cooler in the summer.

In terms of colour palette, the couple
chose neutral shades, with a strong
leaning towards white, grey and black.
They used different textures and tones in
cushions to elevate these colours and the
look and feel of the home, again tirelessly
researching local and international sources Bathroom before (above)
Bathroom after (right)
to determine what works and what doesn’t.

The couple say they learned a lot from
this project – perhaps the most important
things being careful research, double-
checking plans and ideas, doing the hard
work of procuring multiple quotes and
buying the best quality affordable.

This winter, the couple plan to extend
their home, adding a 4th bedroom en
suite and a pyjama lounge for their son.
They may also extend their garage as the
needs of the family grow.

Bathroom and Shower before (above)
Bathroom and Shower after (right)

For more details, contact
Francesca Beattie 083 678 8001
info@fbproperties.co.za

Dressing room before (above)
Dressing room after (right)

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