House 3553
House 3553 - Landscape Architecture, George
Project Overview & Context
House 3553 in Fancourt, George showcases our work in integrating Landscape Architecture in close dialogue with site and structure. A mature Erythrina tree set the building’s position and frames a shaded outdoor living area beneath its canopy. The garden design draws on our landscape architecture expertise, with a deck that appears to hover above indigenous planting for a seamless house to garden transition.
Project Overview & Context
House 3553 in Fancourt, George showcases our work in integrating Landscape Architecture in close dialogue with site and structure. A mature Erythrina tree set the building’s position and frames a shaded outdoor living area beneath its canopy. The garden design draws on our landscape architecture expertise, with a deck that appears to hover above indigenous planting for a seamless house to garden transition.
Architecture Shaped by Landscape
The plan respects the Erythrina’s canopy, positioning living spaces to open toward shade and filtered light. The deck projects over the garden so the house appears to sit lightly above the planting, strengthening visual and physical continuity between interior and landscape. The result is a calm, everyday living sequence that treats the tree and garden as the home’s defining feature. Read more about our Landscape Architecture services
Indigenous Planting and Ecological Resilience
The garden celebrates the Garden Route’s ecology with indigenous species chosen for year-round interest and low water demand. Cone-bushes and other fynbos contribute foliage colour and structure, while flowering groundcovers add seasonal vibrancy. Fragrant plants such as Buchus and Wild rosemary release aromatic oils, enriching the sensory experience. The diverse palette also stabilises the embankment, supporting ecological resilience as a living backdrop to daily life.
Architecture Shaped by Landscape
The plan respects the Erythrina’s canopy, positioning living spaces to open toward shade and filtered light. The deck projects over the garden so the house appears to sit lightly above the planting, strengthening visual and physical continuity between interior and landscape. The result is a calm, everyday living sequence that treats the tree and garden as the home’s defining feature.
Indigenous Planting and Ecological Resilience
The plan respects the Erythrina’s canopy, positioning living spaces to open toward shade and filtered light. The deck projects over the garden so the house appears to sit lightly above the planting, strengthening visual and physical continuity between interior and landscape. The result is a calm, everyday living sequence that treats the tree and garden as the home’s defining feature. Read more about our Landscape Architecture services
FAQ
Where is House 3553 located?
In Fancourt, George on South Africa’s Garden Route.
What guided the architectural placement on the site?
A mature Erythrina tree shaped the siting and the creation of a shaded outdoor living space beneath its canopy.
Does the garden require permanent irrigation?
No. It’s composed almost entirely of indigenous species selected to thrive without permanent irrigation.
What defines the planting palette?
A colourful, indigenous mix including fynbos, flowering groundcovers, and aromatic species such as Buchus and Wild rosemary, chosen for texture, scent, and seasonal interest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is House 3553 located?
In Fancourt, George on South Africa’s Garden Route.
What guided the architectural placement on the site?
A mature Erythrina tree shaped the siting and the creation of a shaded outdoor living space beneath its canopy.
Does the garden require permanent irrigation?
No. It’s composed almost entirely of indigenous species selected to thrive without permanent irrigation.
What defines the planting palette?
A colourful, indigenous mix including fynbos, flowering groundcovers, and aromatic species such as Buchus and Wild rosemary, chosen for texture, scent, and seasonal interest.
