Sunset Links Golf Estate Onnah Design Architecture
October 21, 2020 In

Sunset Links Golf Estate

A U shaped courtyard house with stunning views over the Sunset Links Golf Estate and of Table Mountain underwent some alterations and additions. The scope entailed converting an outdoor gazebo into a multipurpose room on ground floor, upgrading the kitchen and braai patio, adding pergolas on both levels as well as a new artist studio upstairs. The living space and main bedroom also received new bulkheads and lighting, adding warmth and character. A new colour palette throughout with sensitive landscaping completes this pretty picture.

Photos: Karl Rogers

Rondebosch Residential Refurbishment
December 18, 2019 In

Rondebosch Residential Refurbishment

A brave young couple took on the task of remodelling their property in Rondebosch. They approached me two years ago, allowing enough time for council approval and all design work and budgets to be in place by the time construction started in February 2019. I was appointed as architect and interior designer and am extremely grateful to have been a part of this transformation. Things were turned on its head by relocating the front door and kitchen, allowing more space inside for the lounge and dining functions. A negative space in backyard made space for a sexy new indoor braai/ pool pavilion, a second heart to the home, other than the new kitchen with extra long prep island. A lovely spacious family home filled with plenty light and many eye catching features through out.

December 18, 2019 In

Keurboom Street, Milnerton

Previously featured, a 1960’s house in Milnerton, Cape Town, renovated earlier this year in 2019, was recently furnished in full. Photographs courtesy: @Mathew Van Niekerk. A property that was in desperate need of some TLC, is now beaming with new life, warmth and positive energy. A true gem ready for occupation 🙂 This family home is all about relaxed open plan living with all rooms feeding off the main living space. The dining room flows effortlessly to a large welcoming patio surrounded by a beautiful garden with a stunning view of Table Mountain. Decor items enhance furniture choices and layout and introduce colour and texture resulting in a warm, aesthetically pleasing interior.

Dear Hanno,

I am the nephew of the previous owners of 16 Keurboom Street, Milnerton.  I was forwarded the link to the Visi article which showcased your incredible work on the house.  I felt I had to write to you to say how impressed I was.

I gradually saw the house dilapidate from my childhood (early 1970s).  I am amazed that you saw anything to redeem in the house!  I believed when my aunt and uncle left that the house would have to be demolished.

Congratulations on an excellent piece of work.

Best wishes David

La Roche Guest House Refurbishment Onnah Design
November 20, 2018 In

La Roche Guest House Refurbishment

The main lounge was converted into a new breakfast room and the breakfast room in turn, converted into a new self contained guest room. The new guest room is a perfect example of how to best manipulate small spaces. Every inch in the new guest room has been utilised yet the space still feels very comfortable and spacious. Neutral soft greys defines the main shell internally with warm earthy tones as accents. A perimeter bulkhead with concealed led strip lights, a curtain recess with floor to ceiling curtains and strategically placed down lighters defines the new breakfast room. The main wall is celebrated with local African basketry and a German antique drinks cabinet as the focal point.

Beachfront Apartment, Tableview, Onnah Design, Hanno de Swart
January 16, 2018 In

Beachfront Apartment

This one bedroomed apartment at Dolphin Beach was in desparate need of an update​. The layout was rather restrictive and uninspiring and the finishes and furniture very outdated. The extensive refurbishment now allows for relaxed open plan living and easy circulation through out. Finishes, furniture and objet choices ooze understated style and laid back comfort. New engineered timber flooring adds warmth and a mix of stainless steel and polished concrete counter tops define the contemporary open plan kitchen. Perimeter bulkheads with deep shadowlines introduce depth and more artificial light whilst textured wallpaper forms an eye catching focal point in the bedroom. A modern slatted screen wall defines the lounge and study area without compromising the open plan feel of the living space. The contemporary theme is continued through out to the en suite bathroom, defined in a timeless black and white theme with a marble and wallnut double vanity and freestanding bath that radiates luxury.
Photographs courtesy ​Karl Rogers​, karlrogers.co.za

House Govender Onnah Design
August 10, 2017 In

House Govender

Originally a face-brick 3 bed-roomed house with timber windows and doors, restricted living and entertainment space,an impractical, dark kitchen and only one real functional bathroom gets a much needed face-lift, inside and out.

The living space is transformed by opening up the kitchen and converting one bedroom into a TV room and linking these two spaces with the main living and dining area. An unused out building is converted into a cool new pool pavilion, living right out onto a new pool, with a laid back outdoor lounge as an extension of the new built in barbecue and mobile braai pit.

The house now enjoys plenty more light, improved internal flow and a stronger connection with the exterior.

Onnah My First House
June 13, 2017 In

My First House

A typical 1970’s style house receives a major transformation and facelift to give it a more contemporary and modern look and feel. My partner and I developed the property together with the aim of introducing modern principles such as open plan living, yet still retaining some original elements such as the fireplace and roof tiles.

The flow through the house was simplified and improved by demolishing a few walls, reconfiguring some door openings and creating larger windows and sliders, that also allow more natural daylight inside. The garden is an ongoing challenge due to severe wind in the area and water restrictions.