The Cooperage in Klapmuts offers a striking and cinematic venue surrounded by vineyards and water, blending modern architecture with natural textures. Set against the scenic backdrop of the Cape Winelands, this building combines dramatic design, expansive interiors, and unique detailing, making it a versatile space for film, television, and commercial productions.

The exterior is bold and sculptural, with stone-clad walls, glass facades, and angular rooflines rising directly from the water’s edge. The building sits on a reflective pond, creating mirrored views that add drama and atmosphere to establishing shots. Approached by a stone-paved drive framed with palms, the entrance makes a statement with its towering stone façade and frameless glass doors.

Inside, the interiors are warm yet industrial, defined by vaulted timber ceilings with exposed trusses, black steel beams, and expansive glass walls that flood the space with light and views of vineyards and mountains. The main hall offers an open-plan, double-volume space with a strong sense of scale and symmetry, ideal for large event scenes, banquets, or dramatic wide shots. The adjoining bar and lounge areas feature polished wood counters, raw timber cladding, patterned flooring, and a ceiling installation of suspended barrels, adding both rustic charm and contemporary flair. Pendant bulbs and geometric chandeliers provide atmospheric lighting throughout.

The Cooperage’s design creates a balance of refined sophistication and natural authenticity, equally suited to high-end events, moody dramatic scenes, or lively social atmospheres. Its lakeside setting, architectural boldness, and textural finishes make it a highly versatile filming location.