Concept
The hotel concept of fluidity is inspired by
the underground water system running
through the site and has been re-interpreted
as interconnecting water features throughout
the development and provides a sustainable
eco-friendly water source for the landscaped
gardens and golf course. It further reinforces
the merging of indoors and outdoors, man-made
and nature, Highveld and lush greens, heritage
and high-tech.
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Design
Embracing nature as its hero, the architectural
design required the 3 levels of parking to be tucked
into the slope of the site. This made it possible
to retain the natural landscapes and focus on the
views. Arrival at the hotel is met with an opulent
undulating veil guiding you from the second
basement level to the main entrance of the hotel
on the lower ground level.
Entry through a concrete portal on this level
reveals a sweeping spiral staircase as the main
The Houghton Hotel