Cape Dutch in California Wine Country
April 26, 2011 at 9:00 AM 4 comments
Today’s post is for my In-Laws who are South African. I think that one of the most beautiful styles of homes is the Cape Dutch style, which is a popular style in South Africa’s wine country. Stellenbosch is one of my favorite places to visit and Graham and I have often wondered what it would be like to build a Cape Dutch style home in California. Designer Patrick Printy did just that when he renovated his Sonoma County home. The final look came out stunning and I really love how he mixed California style decor with a few homages to South Africa through out. If he had designed the place with an African theme throughout the home, I think it would have felt forced and out of place. This, to me, feels like the perfect mix between the two places, like a nice Cab/Merlot blend.
All images via Elle Decor.
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debby manning | April 26, 2011 at 9:04 AM
o.m.g. i have fallen in love w/ the cape dutch style and that home in particular; love the knoll chairs in the living room. . . so calm and sophisticated, i could move right in.
dmm
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katecollinsinteriors | April 26, 2011 at 12:41 PM
This is absolutely stunning. Certainly a wonderful mix. I did love the Cape Dutch when in So. Africa.
Love, Mom
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Glynnis | April 26, 2011 at 4:35 PM
Kate, thank you. Cape Dutch is my most favourite style of architecture and this place sings to me (as you knew it would). I hope you and Graham own it one day!
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bridget | April 26, 2011 at 8:02 PM
wow, i love this house! just my style. when you do own this house, i will be the permanent house-guest.