Dicey House

The best thing about our home is that it changed our way of life. We became more aware of nature. We have the Drakenstein Mountains at the front and Paarl Rock at the back - what more could you want?
 Dicey House... What we most wanted to do here was revive the Bauhaus architecture as designed by Pius Pahl - authentic and honest. We love its open spaces. This house is a great example of architecture becoming art. The most rewarding part of the project was the renovation of a house designed by an extraordinary architect according to the original plans. The design is still contemporary. The most challenging aspect was to think as Pius would have done, and to allow the interior to enhance, not compete with, the architecture. Still on our wish list is a Mies van der Rohe day bed. My favourite way to entertain is as informally as possible. People love to pop in and we normally start with a cuppa that later becomes dinner.
In summer everybody is outside in the garden or on the balcony and all the sliding doors are open - from the courtyard to the patio. To make the most of outdoor living get to know the natural elements surrounding your home. Focus on trees, mountains and natural views. Know where the light falls during different times of the day.