Amy Fraser29 January 2024 | 10:07

Muizenberg's 'Paper Maché' house celebrates 118 years!

The privately-owned gem from 1906 continues to grace the community with its enduring charm and historical significance.

Muizenberg's 'Paper Maché' house celebrates 118 years!

Muizenberg's Paper Maché house celebrates 118 years / X: @LloydDeJongh

Crystal Orderson interviews Barbara Friedman about this and other trending news on the web.

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Celebrating the remarkable milestone, Yokohama, Muizenberg's cherished historical paper maché house, stands proud at 118 years!

With materials imported from Japan, this unique heritage property boasts resilient waterproof construction, successfully weathering the storms of the Cape for over a century.

Nestled on Muizenberg's prestigious 'Historical Mile,' alongside other national treasures like Casa Labia, this privately-owned gem from 1906 continues to grace the community with its enduring charm and historical significance.

"It does feel very Japanese."
Barbara Friedman

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