Many things put Western Cape homes in another league. Luxury finishes, unique styling, and modernity go hand in hand with the most sought-after Cape Town properties. To understand how to get the best out of your home, it’s important to focus on key factors that dictate how your home’s styling will evolve with the times and your lifestyle. Balance is essential to achieving harmonious flow between the interior and exterior of your abode.
Renovation renaissance
When it comes to minor renovations, no one does it quite like the upper crust of society. With an address in exclusive suburbs becoming the benchmark of success, it’s more important than ever to keep your home in showroom condition. Some of the most creative ways to enhance your home’s aesthetic appeal are to prioritise convenience while adding beauty to a room. Think of recessed kitchen cabinets, elegant light fixtures, quality fabrics and statement pieces. Discover your favourite elements of living in your home and aim to magnify them. When it comes time to sell, you will have a distinct property with countless interested buyers. Research shows that luxury homeowners tend to lean towards design additions that add richness to their daily routines.
Top of the list are additions such as:
- Kitchen countertops in expensive materials
- Professional-grade appliances
- Multi-purpose garages
- Spa bathrooms
- Walk-in closets with vanity displays
- Smart home automation systems
- Wine cellars
- Designer decor
- Exercise room (yoga/pilates studio or home gym)
- Home theatre room
- Pyjama lounges
Having the freedom to turn your home into the ultimate relaxation oasis ensures you create a space you never want to leave. For many who spend a large part of their year travelling, a home that matches the best international accommodations is a necessity.
Take advice from the pro's
Decorating homes in South Africa takes a firm grasp of what the consumer wants, with international-level budgets and worldly takes on personal style. No one understands this more than Esther Lamprecht of EL Decor Consulting. She is a South African born and bred Interior Designer who’s been featured in respected media outlets such as Top Billing, IOL and more. Lamprecht suggests focusing on changes that will make the most impact. “Using texture, sustainable materials, and cultural influences can help you strike a balance in a stylish and eye-catching way.”
She adds that decor accents can refresh rooms with local art pieces, making for great conversational topics and a serious design statement. “Prioritise areas such as entrance halls, living rooms and outdoor entertainment areas.” The magnificent homes usually found in the premium property market often sell easily because they aim to perfect these specific rooms. Affluent homeowners know what their buyers want, as they are targeting within their very own demographic and tax bracket.
Simply stunning essentials for connoisseurs
When considering essentials such as light fittings, think of it as the jewellery of your home. The right lighting can change the atmosphere of a room, transforming it into a welcoming, warm space that sets the mood. Select pieces that complement the room’s architecture and style when choosing light fixtures. A well-placed chandelier can provide a grand, classic feel while individual decorative lights and lampshades can evoke a modern, functional feel without overpowering the room. Floating mirrors are also a great way to create the illusion of space and depth in rooms. With thoughtful design accents, you can accomplish a bespoke, memorable home that will set the tone for aspirational homeowners.
Elevating your home doesn’t have to be over the top, however, some of the most desirable homes on the market right now are pushing the boundaries on what we think the traditionally modern home should look like. With quiet luxury being the biggest trend in fashion, our properties still seem to welcome loud renovations that focus on creating more space, more light and more zeros at the end of the price tag.
Get inspired to uplift your property both in value and in substance
Aim to rank among the allure of the gorgeous homes that grace the pages of esteemed publications like Architectural Digest. You have the power to upgrade your living space into a property that speaks volumes about what’s most important to you. Whether that is sustainability, classic design, eco-friendly solutions or avant-garde styling, your home should be the best reflection of your tastes and approach to living.
Mixing modern with classic elements is a surefire way of captivating the contemporary style. Think electric fireplaces matched with antique furniture. The well-seasoned buyer might be looking for a fully furnished, aesthetically pleasing home. You will be able to provide just that, while including an additional fee for the value of your furnishings.
Luxury is what we do
Featuring perfect penthouses, palatial homes, elevated apartments and envy-inducing villas, DG Properties has an array of listings that speak to the upper echelon of homeownership. List your home to sell with us, or contact one of our expert property practitioners to discuss exactly what you’re searching for in real estate. We go the extra mile to make sure our services are professional and far-reaching.
