Nestled in the mountain amphitheater of the Groot Winterhoek Mountain Peak in Tulbagh, is the Alto Bioreserve. Alto house pays homage to the site, hovering above the site on 6 concrete piers, allowing the natural site to continue under the building.
A sustainable building is passively designed to welcome the winter sun and exclude the summer heat gain. The home has a low ecological impact, built with environmentally sound materials with a low carbon footprint. The doors and windows that are double glazed with underfloor heating for winter comfort. The farm uses solar power although provision has been made for the installation of a hydroelectric generator and turbine. The interior of the house is wonderfully light with stone floors and large glass window systems to enjoy the sun and the spectacular views.
