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PROJECT
The adventure golf installation and solar panels
Collaboration was key and Tiaan Laker of THE Landscape Architects was intentionally incorporated to lend a residential feel, successfully
introduced a dynamic flow to the courtyards using patterns and blending the development into its suburban setting opposite the
geometric planters. The strategic use of shimmering Saligna tree Menlyn Main business and entertainment district. Menlyn Mix stands
leaves in the sunlight enhances the space, casting soft shadows that as a testament to the Beekman Group’s vision for community-centric
contribute to the life of the intimate courtyard spaces. design.
Beyond the courtyards, the development features an array
of communal amenities including the above-mentioned pool, Landscape installation and rooftop garden
clubhouse, rooftop garden and nine-hole putt putt course, the latter The landscape installation was undertaken by Jaco Buys of Imperial
providing recreation for younger occupants. Landscapes, who explains that the soft landscaping was implemented
Architecturally, the contemporary pitched roof and gable design using a predominantly indigenous planting palette; this was selected
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