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PROJECT

The study centre Active courtyard with resort-style swimming pool, Raised deck with tiered seating at the resort-
boma, braai areas and multi-functional event space style swimming pool

The passive courtyard with dedicated study Planters with hedge planting to screen off private patios
area, equipped with charging points and Wi-Fi

The north-facing façade, where existing trees were retained on Paul Kruger Road Main entrance and drop-off area

where it benefits from afternoon sun activity. Circular screened seating, an rooftop runoff, a critical consideration
and avoids the structural joints. Due to outdoor chess board and small gathering given the Western Cape’s susceptibility to
its required depth of 1 200mm, the pool nooks invite quiet reflection and intimate flooding. Solar panels provide renewable
was elevated above courtyard level and social interaction. energy, and the swimming pool’s
surrounded by a raised deck, which also The concrete slab was designed to orientation maximises sun exposure to
creates tiered seating that connects support raised planters with 400mm of soil enhance comfort and usability.
seamlessly to the adjacent boma and braai depth for groundcovers and shrubs, and Plant selections were based on sun
areas, forming a cohesive and vibrant one metre raised planters constructed to and shade tolerance, especially in areas
social hub. Additional seating along the accommodate the trees. A waterproofing between buildings where light conditions
pool’s north western edge overlooks the membrane and proper drainage layers vary. An automatic drip irrigation system
multi-functional events area. ensure efficient water runoff via a specified delivers water directly to plant roots,
Planters have been carefully positioned full-bore detail. reducing evaporation and eliminating
to prevent access to the units’ private Sculptures and free-standing outdoor overspray onto walkways. Mulch has
courtyards, while also defining zones and furniture were sourced by the client. been applied throughout to conserve soil
offering informal seating. moisture and support plant health.
The passive courtyard is centred on Sustainability
a communal study table shaded by a Sustainability and functionality have Information supplied by Christa Burger & Trishal
pergola. Equipped with power and Wi- been carefully integrated throughout the Ramjee of Boogertman + Partners. Photos by
Fi, this area supports focused academic design. Effective drainage systems manage David Southwood. n

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