Fireplaces will always have a special allure. The vision of cozying up in front of a roaring fire, mug of hot chocolate in hand, while snow falls gently outside the window or sitting in front of a rippling fire while you and your beloved spend a romantic evening together are two appealing scenarios that may come to mind when thinking of a fireplace. In any home, a fireplace can make a simple occasion special. Thanks to the fireplace, you can feel warm and comfy whether you’re having a family get-together …

The Joc House was designed by Rudolph van der Meulen on a 10 000 square foot parcel of land. Situated on the north side overlooking a game reserve, it offers breathtaking vistas and surroundings. Upon arrival, a carriage entrance serves as a safety arrier and later gives way to the large glass main door. Behind it is an indoor swimming pool that continues outside where one can admire fantastic water displays created by a series of fountains spilling over the edges. All of this is made possible thanks to …