16 February 2025

Life at Apes Hill: A Member's Story

Every home at Apes Hill is as unique as its owner. For Dave and Verna Dowrich, this meant a bespoke build villa with open-plan living spaces, sustainable features and breathtaking views.

This is the story of how Apes Hill's Design and Build team helped bring the owner's vision of a bespoke villa at Apes Hill Barbados to life with a seamless journey from concept to completion, in a place where world-class golf and refined island living come together.

Dave and Verna, members at Apes Hill Barbados, described the experience as ‘surprisingly painless’ which is a rare feat in property builds. They stated that our exceptional golf courses and array of world-class amenities drove their decision to invest in a bespoke home in our community.

The golf course and the other facilities were definitely a big part of our decision. Home purchases are always big events. The process was surprisingly painless.

Dave Dowrich, member at Apes Hill

Sustainability is woven into every aspect of our home design, ensuring thoughtful, responsible luxury. Blending modern architecture with the island’s natural beauty, Apes Hill embraces eco-conscious living by incorporating thoughtful design choices such as solar water heating, reducing air conditioning usage through the innovative use of natural ventilation, and replacing chlorinated pools with saltwater alternatives.

The Design and Build team’s meticulous approach ensured a seamless build project, guiding the project from mobilisation to final completion with clear milestones at every stage.

This approach kept the new owners fully engaged at every stage, facilitating a seamless journey from vision to reality. The couple have commended the Apes Hill team for their open communication, which bridged the gap between their aspirations and the construction team’s execution.

The home itself exudes a profound sense of peace, a hallmark of all villas at Apes Hill Barbados. Dave and Verna’s vision prioritised open-plan living and from the moment you walk through the front door, breathtaking vistas of Barbados unfold, cultivating an atmosphere of serenity.

We were running another project in a different location, and this one won!

Dave Dowrich, member at Apes Hill

For our team, bringing this home to life wasn’t just a project, it was a privilege. Seeing the Dowrich family settle into their new home and embracing the Apes Hill lifestyle is part of what makes our work so fulfilling.

If you would like to discuss a bespoke build villa at Apes Hill Barbados, get in touch with our team today.

Evening view of the villa