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The developers were open to using
finishes that are not traditionally used
in a commercial building, which allowed
for more creativity when it came to
defining key aspects of the façade;
locating imageable references to the
adjacent residential communities, as well
as the city beyond.
The chic Careline kitchens, with
their minimalist look and clean lines,
were designed for the busy lifestyle of
the occupants.
An interesting space saving concept in
the bachelor units and studios was the way
the bedroom cupboards and kitchen were
designed as one entity.
The Careline design team developed a
furniture living space concept utilising all

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The Mirage

available space, allowing even the smallest
units to have TV units, shelving, dining room
table and sofas.
Parking
Although there is extensive parking
within the building, both at basement
level (4 levels) and within the upper
storeys (2 levels), the parking areas are
barely visible when viewing the façade.
The architects felt that the successful
integration of the parking into the
fabric of the building contributes to the
success of a mixed use development
that emphasises connectivity and
human scale. This was also achieved
without compromising any of the street
level connectivity.

The Mirage Hotel
The Capital Hotel Group opened its first
Cape Town hotel, The Capital Mirage, in
November 2015. An exciting new entry
into the aparthotel sector, the property
offers a selection of one, two or three
bedroom apartments.
The interior design of all the reception
areas as well as the 65 rooms and
apartments was carried out by Source
Interior Brand Architecture.
Interior Design - Hotel
Working from an open brief to create
an interior that is true to the building,
the design team found inspiration in the
contemporary lines and confident structure
of the building. Responding to the innate

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