Make His Year With A Man Cave

​As we celebrate our dads this Father's Day, consider making his whole year by
creating a mancave in your home. Knight Frank highlights some nifty ways you can create a
special space for the special man in your life.

Make his man cave magical
Creating a special space for dad to relax in your home begins with considering his passions,
interests, and likes. Perhaps he's a gadget fan, a sports enthusiast, or enjoys tinkering in the
garden shed. Once you've made a list of his favourite ways to relax, use these as a starting
point for choosing where to create his man cave, and how to furnish it. Your aim is to tailor
the space to truly reflect his personality and interests.

Choose the right space for his man cave
Finding the right space in your home for his man cave takes some thinking. Choose a space
where he can escape to, and savour the quiet. You have a few options to choose from:

● The awkward alcove: Many Cape Town properties have small spaces, like alcoves or
nooks, that could easily be converted into a man cave. With a little creative rejigging,
you can create the perfect space for Dad.

● The spare room: If you're guilty of using your spare room as a storage room, you're
not alone. All too often, we fall into a habit of simply storing items out of the way, and
they end up in the spare room. It may be time to turn that spare room into the man
cave your special man wants. It's time to clear out, donate or sell those items you
really don't need anymore, and make space for the man cave.

● The garage: This option would work well for the car enthusiast Dad. Consider
converting your garage, or part of it, into a man cave.

● Outdoor areas: Your patio or garden could provide the perfect spot for Dad's man
cave. Blending indoor and outdoor elements can add a unique touch to his man
cave.

The man cave design principles
Now that you know where Dad's man cave will be situated, it's time to think about how to
furnish it. You've gathered your list of his interests, passions, and preferences. Think about
the right items to include in his man cave. Would a ping pong table suit his style, or would he
prefer a workbench? Perhaps he'd love watching the game with a few friends? That's a sign
to install a wide screen television and comfortable couch. As you plot out his man cave, look
for ways to maximise the functionality of the space. Built-in shelving could be installed to
store and display his sports memorabilia. Ottomans with hidden storage compartments are a
great way to add functional seating to his man cave.

The personal touch
As you furnish and fill Dad's special man cave, don't forget to include personal elements. A
family photo, posters from his favourite movies, or similar decor elements will help you bring
it altogether in a deeply personal way.

Are you looking for a home that includes a man cave-ready space? Knight Frank can help
you find the perfect home for your whole family.