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On the side of a rocky hill, surrounded by cypress and buchus trees, sits a small 36 m2 wooden cabin overlooking Muizenberg, one of the most popular surf spots in Cape Town. This home is the work of architect Alexander McGee , who designed and built it with the aim of demonstrating that it is possible to live sustainably and in harmony with the natural environment . Loft with bedroom Alexander McGee Loft Bedroom In building the house, McGee used an unconventional technique, cross-laminated timber (CLT), which provides excellent thermal and acoustic insulation and generates almost zero waste during the construction process . “CLT panels are not a cladding material and are not designed to be exposed to the outside environment. They are a structural assembly that is sensitive to humidity and require protection against the elements," the studio explains, adding that "the membranes are water resistant but vapor permeable, which means that they can protect the building from the entry of water while.
They release excess moisture vapor from the wood to the outside air.” Entrance with a surfboard propped next to the door Alexander McGee Entry It is internal space 24 m2 and provides a generous open plan living room with kitchenette and bathroom with level access shower. A 13 m2 mezzanine floor Phone Lead is provided above the bathroom, entrance hall and kitchen area and an additional bedroom space is provided. The mezzanine is accessed by a custom-made, adjustable staircase. The home features a 45-degree pitched roof and large eaves that create enough space for a mezzanine level that can be accessed via a retractable ladder. The bed has no base, but when it is raised it gives the feeling of being in a nest. The cabin has ample storage spaces, including cedar shelves in the bathroom from a junkyard , and a travertine marble sink in the kitchen. Bathroom Alexander McGee Bathroom.
The cabin was built off-site in a warehouse, allowing McGee and his team to experiment with different modifications and customizations before assembling it on site. The construction of the cabin was carried out in less than three weeks and the entire process was meticulously thought out to minimize its impact on the natural environment. For example, McGee decided not to add gutters to the roof so he could watch the rain run down from different angles. Sustainability is an element that has not been left out with this beautiful cabin, as demonstrated by the installation of solar panels on the roof to supply energy to the cabin and its main house. “The house has an independent AC power supply and storage system that generates solar energy. Hot and cooking water is supplied via gas. Rainwater is discharged into the surrounding garden,” they explain. Full kitchen Alexander McGee Kitchen With these features, McGee's cabin is an example of how you can live in harmony with nature without sacrificing comfort and style . This home is an inspiration for those seeking a more sustainable way of living and a reminder that simplicity can be strikingly beautiful.
They release excess moisture vapor from the wood to the outside air.” Entrance with a surfboard propped next to the door Alexander McGee Entry It is internal space 24 m2 and provides a generous open plan living room with kitchenette and bathroom with level access shower. A 13 m2 mezzanine floor Phone Lead is provided above the bathroom, entrance hall and kitchen area and an additional bedroom space is provided. The mezzanine is accessed by a custom-made, adjustable staircase. The home features a 45-degree pitched roof and large eaves that create enough space for a mezzanine level that can be accessed via a retractable ladder. The bed has no base, but when it is raised it gives the feeling of being in a nest. The cabin has ample storage spaces, including cedar shelves in the bathroom from a junkyard , and a travertine marble sink in the kitchen. Bathroom Alexander McGee Bathroom.
The cabin was built off-site in a warehouse, allowing McGee and his team to experiment with different modifications and customizations before assembling it on site. The construction of the cabin was carried out in less than three weeks and the entire process was meticulously thought out to minimize its impact on the natural environment. For example, McGee decided not to add gutters to the roof so he could watch the rain run down from different angles. Sustainability is an element that has not been left out with this beautiful cabin, as demonstrated by the installation of solar panels on the roof to supply energy to the cabin and its main house. “The house has an independent AC power supply and storage system that generates solar energy. Hot and cooking water is supplied via gas. Rainwater is discharged into the surrounding garden,” they explain. Full kitchen Alexander McGee Kitchen With these features, McGee's cabin is an example of how you can live in harmony with nature without sacrificing comfort and style . This home is an inspiration for those seeking a more sustainable way of living and a reminder that simplicity can be strikingly beautiful.
