14. MORGENSTER
Less well-known, this early Cape Dutch homestead is situated right next to vergelegen. The gable is one of the best examples of the baroque style, with its sweeping curves and plaster bands.
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15. LOURENSFORD
In contrast to the Morgenster gable, that at Lourensford is very angular. The slave bell is typical of the style. The roof has unfortantely been changed from thatch to tile at some point, presumably to reduce the threat of fire.
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4. LAND EN ZEEZICHT
This graceful home finds itself in the middle of modern day Somerset West suburbs. Various modern cape dutch buildings have been built around, and have been tastefully executed.
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ARCHITECTURE STYLES
MODERN FRENCH
Classic styles that have been updated with contemporary materials provide some of the most interesting styles of our day.
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MODERNISM
A strong and practical style that always looks great, contemporary design requires a good sense of aesthetic balance.
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CAPE DUTCH
A longing for rootedness to the lands and permanence in our technology dominated world has lead to a rise in interest in traditional styles, the Cape Dutch style being particulary endemic to South Africa.
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MODERN CAPE DUTCH
By straightening the gables of traditional Cape Dutch buildigns, the Modern Cape Dutch style arose. No-one knows who designed these first, but Denis Moss architects was one of the originals to embrace the style.
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VERGELEGEN HOUSE AND GARDENS
This is one of the top tourist attractions in the area because there is not only the historical building to see, but also the gardens that have been cultivated for centuries. The main house was painted a light mustard colour at some point, which softens the facade and enhances the connection to the gardens.
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CAMPHOR TREES AT VERGELEGEN
The seven camphor trees that line the main house are more than 300 years old and have been declared a national heritage site.
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THE LIBRARY
Also located at Vergelegen Wine Farm in Somerset West, the library building has a large arched central entrance door and a gable in the neoclassical style with columns and a pediment. Visit ARCHITECTCAPETOWN for more pics of Cape Dutch housese.
