The 2025 HD Awards Project Winners

LODGES + CAMPS
Few & Far Luvhondo, Waterpoort, Limpopo, South Africa

Few & Far Luvhondo was born from two equally important ideas: “minimizing the environmental impact of our design and creating a space that offers a deeply restorative, meditative experience,” says Willeen Bosch, associate interior architect at Ohkre Collective. “Our goal emerged clearly: to design a lodge that feels rooted in the land, not imposed upon it.” Solfari, the solar-powered aerial cable car that takes after the nests spun by weaver birds, revisits the traditional safari concept and encapsulates the property’s eco-conscious mission. Additionally, local artisans were called upon to make furniture, art, and textiles. Architectural elements from the six tented cliffside suites mirror the organic forms of the native shepherd, sycamore fig, and baobab trees, amplifying natural ventilation and cooling that reduces energy consumption. Hues of deep blue and clay speak to the sky and red soil of the Soutpansberg Mountains, while “textures are drawn from local geology,” adds Bosch. “Every decision was made to strengthen the connection between guest and environment. We emphasized local craftsmanship and sustainably sourced materials not only to reduce our footprint, but also to tell a story of place, culture, and regeneration.”

Architecture Firm: Nicholas Plewman Architects, Western Cape, South Africa | Interior Design Firm: Ohkre Collective, Cape Town | Owners: Sarah and Jacob Dusek | Operator: Few & Far | Purchasing Firm: Fyred