Construction World December 2023

ARCHITECTS

PROJECT INFORMATION

• Company entering: Boogertman + Partners • Client: Balwin Properties • Architect and interior: Boogertman + Partners • Main Contractor: Balwin Properties • Project Manager: Balwin Properties • Civil Engineer: Kantey & Templer Consulting Engineers

THABA ECO VILLAGE – LIFESTYLE CENTRE N estled at the base of the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, Thaba-Eco Village is an innovative glazing in each apartment maximizes natural light and ventilation, creating a sense of spaciousness and connection to the outdoors, further enhanced by large private balconies or gardens.

residential community that harmoniously blends nature, sustainability, and modern living. Spread across 300 hectares of pristine wilderness, it offers homeowners and visitors an exceptional opportunity to connect with the environment through hiking, running, and cycling. One of the hallmarks of Thaba Eco Village is its commitment to minimizing its carbon footprint. The residential blocks, comprising 1, 2, and 3-bedroom units, are thoughtfully designed to optimize human-scale living while prioritizing eco-friendly principles. The integration of extensive

Boogertman and Partners Architects were tasked with designing a four-storey walk-up residential block catering to the upper-middle-class market. The design needed to accommodate a specific apartment mix, catering to various needs: 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartments, 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartments, and 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartments. The ground floor apartments are primarily 3-bedroom apartments on either side of the 1-bedroom

72 22 nd Best Projects Awards 2023