7 South Africa facades that are Beautiful and Safe

We all know how difficult it is to strike a balance between safe and secure and beautiful and aesthetically appealing. In South Africa, these are two very important concepts but they can be hard to achieve!

Here are 7 South African facades that are beautiful and safe. Each of these designs is incredibly unique and beautiful as well as safe and homely, showing you how many different ways you can achieve this look and feel, with functionality playing a role.

1. Simple and sleek 
This modern home with its beige facade and wooden finishes features high walls, which keep the family safe and protected. Yet the high walls don't look overbearing or claustrophobic. In fact, they increase the height of the home and make it seem voluminous and spacious.
The red roof tiles finish off the look and feel. 
Cedar Creek House: by Blue Designs Architectural Designers

2. The Layered Effect 
This design by architects Ndiweni Architecture shows how height can work in a design's favour. The layered effect creates a very safe and secure building that looks stunning too! Do you see how the stone facade works in harmony with the thick white walls and the wooden finishes, creating a building of varying textures and tones?

3. With a double garage 
This facade features a double-garage, where cars can be parked safely out of the road. This ensures they don't get stolen or broken into!
A double-garage is more than functional, however. It also keeps the home looking neat and sleek! Diepenbrook residence renovation in Woodmead:  by Big A Contractors

4. As pretty as a picture 
This is another beautiful example of a safe home with a double garage, high walls and a solid front door, but the designers have added a classic twist. Home: by Ndiweni Architecture

By incorporating curves, details and patterns throughout the facade, the home looks less daunting. Remember you don't want it to look like a prison!

5. A spacious property 
This home is sunk into a hilly property, with trees and walls surrounding it to keep it protected from prying eyes. This has allowed the designers to incorporate glass throughout the facade at the back of the home, ensuring that the home integrates flawlessly with the beautiful garden. House by Swart & Associates Architects

6. Grey tones 
This grey facade is softened by the wooden garage door and wooden gate, making for a very warm, sophisticated and appealing look and feel. 
The designers have ensured that the walls are protective but do not block the beauty of the facade. Modern family home in the heart of Simbithi Eco Estate: by CA Architects

7. The perimeter fence 
This gorgeous home features a black perimeter fence around it, which keeps the property protected. Yet it doesn't overwhelm the exterior look and feel or block the Tuscan design from view. Designs: by Ndiweni Architecture

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