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When you have a Cape Reed thatch and/or timber structure to your disposal, your decoration possibilities become virtually endless. Whether it is a timber pergola, thatched villa or an extensive garden gazebo, the rustic yet stylish interior of our structures …
If you’re looking for an affordable way to add a bit of rustic chic to your garden, look no further than the humble timber laths. Being a natural resource, it is both eco-friendly and sustainable and often less expensive than …
Sustainable timber is regarded as one of the most valuable natural resources available to man, more than 30% of the world’s population rely on what forests can provide – from food to building materials to firewood. With the demand for …
If you are lucky enough to have a garden, then it should be seen as your opportunity to reduce your carbon footprint through creative, eco-friendly design ideas. For instance, up to 29% of carbon emissions are directly linked to the …
Those among us who have tried it, will tell you that al fresco cooking is much more fun and adventurous than the conventional indoor version we are used to. Especially when the weather is pleasant and warm, dining outside is …
A little bit of creative thinking can go a long way and it doesn’t necessarily have to be expensive. It’s not hard at all to add a bit of glam to your garden. Here are five ways to use timber …
Through the ages the risk of fire has been the number one negative aspect of a thatched roof. Many a thatched roof have been destroyed by this fearsome element and even today it is a question that is frequently asked: …
The importance of regular maintenance of your thatched roof might sound like a bizarre concept at first, but one that will most definitely save you money in the long run. Although we might strive to be as sustainable and eco-friendly …
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SHADING STRUCTURE FOR YOUR GARDEN CAN BENEFIT BOTH YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT There will be questions on shape and design, on size and colour, but there is one question that often goes overlooked, despite it being one …
If asked to list the benefits of building a shading structure, like a pergola or gazebo, in your garden, most people would probably come up with the same answers. A cool place to sit under on a sunny day and …
The addition of a thatched roof gazebo to your property is a great way to extend your outdoor living space and an excellent way to add value to your property whilst improving your quality of life. Besides being aesthetically pleasing …
Clear treated eucalyptus timber introduces softer colours and adds a modern touch to our timber and thatch outdoor living structures. Since we’ve started to incorporate this species of timber to our structural designs and proposals, it has proven itself to …
Timber is the most widely used building material in the world – it’s versatile, environmentally friendly, lightweight and affordable and with the proper timber treatment, can last for many years. Timber plays an important role in our construction process and …
In keeping up with ever evolving design trends in our line of work we recently extended our product range to include square timber in our designs and structures. Timber is the most widely used building material in the world – …
At Cape Reed International we take great pride in each and every structure that we complete. It is for this very reason that we go to great lengths to identify and source only the best construction material that is available …
This elevated timber manama might be situated on a private beach, but it can easily be customized and built to suit your garden landscape! It is simply perfect for lazy days of relaxation, entertaining friends, or quality family time. The …
Cape Reed International embarked on a very special project in Cape Town in honour of our late founding father, Louis van der Vyver. For the longest time Louis had the dream to remodel his private residence in Cape Town. Originally …
It has been six months since we started our very special tribute project in honour of our late founder, Louis vd Vyver. Progress has been steady, and it is quite exciting to see Louis’ dream and vision of this property …
Cape Reed completed this project with 5 members in 23 days in Urbanization – Los Monteros, Marbella, Spain. It took more than 1000 nuts and bolts to form the structure with 200 specially selected and pressure treated poles. During the …
Now would be the perfect time to get that outdoor living space you’ve always dreamed of! And it doesn’t have to be a schlep or mean months of construction, noise and dirt – we have mastered the art of transforming …
One would think in order to escape the ever present Middle Eastern heat and humidity a swimming pool would be an absolute necessity. However, one VIP client in Jumeirah Islands (Dubai) had a different idea. In this instance our client …