Recently the stunning Fairmont Penthouse Apartment was overhauled and renovated by Inhouse to give a notable recording artist and musical entertainer a stylish, comfortable new home in Cape Town, South Africa.
The goal in establishing the aesthetic of this apartment’s transformation was almost entirely centred on modern sophistication. The penthouse is a double story apartment with three bedrooms, giving designers plenty of space to create impressively classy ambiance while also maximizing stunning views of Sea Point, in the heart of Cape Town.
The Fairmont building overlooks the Atlantic seaboard, so the original apartment that needed transforming was centred around the idea of offering dramatic seaside views and perfectly framing stunning sunsets from as many interior points of the home as possible. This characteristic was kept in the new project, but designers sought to drive the atmosphere more towards elegance than classic masculinity.
Stripping everything decorative (and even some functional things) down entirely on the inside, Inhouse began their project with a preserved basic structure but an otherwise blank canvas of bare concrete. They built an open-concept living space with a dark colour palette intended to feel deep and striking. Entertainment spaces are the first thing guests encounter upon entering the space, making it immediately feel welcoming and social.
On the apartment’s top floor, where the private areas like bedrooms and bathrooms lie, lighter tones were used to established a slightly more delicate aesthetic and decor scheme. Recessed LED light fixtures are featured both here and downstairs, giving the whole place proper illumination to offset dar decor tones.
In choosing which materials to work with, designers aimed for a balance of modern and natural, creating a unique blend in their sophisticated atmosphere. Walls, counters, and furnishings are made from upcycled timber, glass, steel, mirror, and marble in various combinations and colours. The end result is a feeling of sustainable luxury throughout.
One of the central features of the apartment is the circular stairwell. This makes all parts of the home simple to access, meaning anyone can enjoy the exceptional views the building has to offer. Black marble and strongly curved steel in the areas aim to make the journey from space to space feel profound and like a bit of a transformation between colour palettes. The furnishings and strong themes throughout the rooms make the entire home feel strikingly individual and unique.
Photographs by: Inhouse
