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PROJECT
The design concept was to create a tranquil green space using only indigenous planting
a wetland-type pool. Wonderful planting, frogs, fish – the latter were introduced
good construction and strong impact both and given shelter by means of crates
visually and to the atmosphere of the space. placed underneath the wetland’s central
Planting mixes were repeated in associated island. Water is naturally filtered and
areas to blend the design together and all system operations are in order, with
provide a transition into the existing space. borehole top-up. A remarkable scheme,
The selection of hard materials (rocks, gravel bringing great value. Congratulations!”
and pebble colouring) was mindful of a
broader colour scheme. Information and photos supplied by Chris
In terms of habitat creation – birds, Lamprecht, Life Landscapes.
The new Khanyisa building
Tall Cyperus papyrus on the island for nesting The client wanted a wetland effect between the new buildings that would be clearly visible n
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