New family home in Malkerns

eSwatini, Malkerns, 2024 - 2025

Our clients in Malkerns knew exactly what they wanted, and we helped them achieve it. This was a true turnkey project — we handled the design, submitted the planning application, and completed the construction through our in-house construction division.

Every aspect of this project was carefully considered, designed, and crafted by our team. As we often say: “We are the designer, and we are the maker.” This integrated approach allows us to maintain quality and attention to detail from concept through to completion.

The project is a three-bedroom family home designed for the long-term rental market in the heart of Malkerns, Eswatini. It balances comfort, durability, and thoughtful design suited to the local context.

Our clients were wonderful to work with, and we truly enjoyed the process from start to finish. We’re already looking forward to starting the next project together.

Testimonial

“Having seen snippets of projects completed by Rabble Lab, we decided to engage with their team, to see if they would be able to build us a family home that is modern, light and deliberately designed to fit the environment. After an initial conversation, we felt confident that Rabble Lab would be able to design, project manage and build our vision. All builds result in an element of on the job problem solving and an ability to pivot as the project evolves. This is an area where Rabble Lab excelled. Any upgrades or amendments were clearly communicated, and cost was always a consideration. We especially appreciate the use of mixed materials throughout the home. It was also wonderful to be able to have a designer/ builder who could conceptualise our ideas and build one-of-a-kind features. The end result is a beautifully crafted, modern farmhouse that has been constructed with passion and a genuine care for the surroundings.”

Kirsty and Ian Jones

Credits

Design team:
2024-2025

Architecture and renderings: Bartjan Hooft
Interiors: Bartjan Hooft, Jess Hooft with clients
Photography: Bartjan Hooft

Construction: Rabble Lab (Pty) Ltd

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