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Click to view map Coordinates: | Graceland, originally called Watergate was designed in 1914 by William Grant (1877 – 1957) for the department store owner John Garlick. One of the most magnificent mansions on this coastline, Michael Walker claims it was a step forward in Grant’s architecture, as it introduced what became known as Cape Mediterranean architecture. It consisted of a mixture of Cape features (twirly chimneys, half-shutter sash windows and plaster mouldings) with Italian/Spanish elements (clay tile roofs, arches, loggias, pergolas on columns, etc.). Grant was also responsible for converting a modest villa into the beautiful home for Margaret Kerr in 1916, also in the Cape Mediterranean style, namely The Breakers at 266 Main Road. In the 1930’s Grant transitioned his architectural style to design several very successful Art Deco office blocks in Cape Town. See also news24. |
