The original house was one of the earlier structures built in Parkhurst in the 1930’s. It was in a shocking condition and it had a 100 sqm training pool which consumed the entire northern garden space. As a result, it was necessary to gut the existing house down to its bare structure, after getting Heritage PHRAG approval. The brief was to work within the existing rectangular structure, with the patio and guest toilet being the only additions. Landscaping, private courtyard spaces and natural light/ventilation where key design generators. The result is a comfortable modern home with a simple open plan flow, connecting indoor with outdoor living, which performs well in its Jo’burg climate.