Services
What We Do
Six core disciplines. One uncompromising standard.
Thatch Roofs
We have been constructing thatched roof structures for the past two decades and have since been established as world leaders in this field.
Radiating a touch of nature, ambience and undeniable beauty, there's a distinct stylish charm that goes hand-in-hand with a traditional thatched roof.
Timber Construction
Timber is the most widely used building material in the world – it's versatile, environmentally friendly, lightweight, affordable and with the proper timber treatment, can last for many years.
Cape Reed prides itself in selecting the very best quality sustainable timber in all our projects.
Thatch Tiles
Modular thatch tiles are pre-fabricated off-site for rapid installation, easy maintenance, and the natural warmth of cape reed.
Individual tiles can be replaced without disturbing the surrounding roof — reducing the cost and disruption of future maintenance.
Fireshield
Cape Reed International is proud to present a unique fire retardant in the form of Cape Reed Fireshield.
This specially formulated chemical can be applied to thatch, timber and various other materials to significantly increase resistance to fire.
Turnkey Designs
Our design team is a dynamic group of highly skilled and experienced professionals that forms a crucial link between the sales team and the operations team.
They are closely involved in every construction that is completed by Cape Reed International, from client briefing right up to the end product.
Synthetic Thatch
Traditionally, a thatched roof would be covered by a natural product but as with so many things these days, we can't ignore the advantages of synthetic materials in modern construction methods.
Cape Reed Synthetic thatch aims to combine natural aesthetics with the benefits of synthetic thatch.
From the harvest of raw cape reed to the handover of a complete resort development, Cape Reed International controls every stage of the process. Our six service areas reflect 25 years of refinement — each one developed to solve a specific challenge in outdoor architecture.
Choose the right approach for your outdoor space
Natural materials can bring texture, shade and character to outdoor architecture. Cape Reed International works with thatch and timber across residential and commercial settings, from private gardens to hospitality and leisure developments. The service areas above explain the different ways these materials can be used, helping you identify an approach suited to your space.
Thatching creates distinctive roof forms for outdoor shelters and larger structures. Timber construction offers options for pergolas, decking, ceilings, lath screens, daybeds and play areas. Thatch tiles and synthetic thatch provide additional roofing choices, while turnkey design brings the planning and construction of a complete outdoor concept together.
Material selection should reflect the setting and intended use. Consider the amount of shade you need, how people will move through the area, the relationship to existing buildings and the appearance you want to achieve. Maintenance requirements and project-specific technical considerations are also useful topics to discuss with our team.
For thatch and timber fire protection, explore the Fireshield service page and request the relevant technical documentation. Our regional offices can explain the available products and help you identify the information needed for your project. Browse completed work for inspiration, then contact Cape Reed with your location, drawings and requirements to start the conversation.
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