Architect and Builder Magazine South Africa September/October 2014 | страница 48

PROJECT The Odyssey Designed by MLB Architects, the building features a modern, sophisticated design with state-of-the-art finishes. The aesthetic is sleek, streamlined and contemporary. PHOTOGRAPHER: WIELAND GLEICH DESIGN TEXT SUPPLIED BY SHIRLEY PHILLIPS - MLB ARCHITECTS THE ODYSSEY Green Point, Cape Town DEVELOPER Berman Bros Group ARCHITECT MLB Architects PROJECT MANAGERS Berman Bros Project and Construction Management STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Moroff & Kühne INTERIOR DESIGNER (PENTHOUSES) Emmanuelle Sébillet Design QUANTITY SURVEYOR Mahlati Quantity Surveyors ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL & WET SERVICES Lewis & de Kroon Inc FIRE CONSULTANT Neil Moir & Associates CONTRACTOR WBHO T he Odyssey is a premier apartment building situated in Green Point, Cape Town. Developed by the Berman Bros Group and designed by MLB Architects, The Odyssey reflects the contemporary lifestyle sought after by those living on the Atlantic Seaboard. Location The building is located on Main Road in Green Point and directly overlooks the Green Point Urban Park. The design makes the most of panoramic sea and mountain views. The location allows for immediate access to outdoor activities in the adjacent park and along the seafront promenade. Design The Odyssey consists of a total of 58 apartments, comprising 1, 2 and 3 bedrooms, as well as a 4 bed penthouse. The apartments range in size from 40 to 396m2. There is a long rectangular form to the building that extends 9 floors from the ground at the front and 6 floors from the ground at the rear. The building envelope is shaped at basement level by the location of two existing oak trees, one on the western boundary and one on the eastern boundary. The necessary setback for these trees allowed for the provision of garden space at ground level. The upper levels are also set back at the sides to allow for the retention of the trees. MLB ARCHITECTS TEAM Izak Burger – Partner Shirley Phillips – Architect Andre vom Hagen James Cooper Tershia Raatz Divan Smith WEST ELEVATION 48 The Odyssey