PROJECTVIEW
SEATON ESTATE GATEHOUSE
Collins Residential has begun building the Seaton Estate gatehouse in Sheffield Beach , KZN . Phase 1 is set to be completed by August 2024 . This gatehouse seamlessly blends with the landscape of the area while capturing the spirit of Seaton Estate ’ s unique character . Designed by Brent Buchanan from Nsika Architecture & Design , the land-art bridge mirrors the natural rise and fall of the land . Buchanan ’ s creative idea for the gatehouse departs from the usual style of estate entrances . Buchanan explains , “ The Seaton gatehouse will look more like a connected ribbon than a formal gatehouse .” Rather than being imposing and bulky , the gatehouse focuses on functionality , weaving together a unified system of roads and walkways . Inspired by the land art bridges of Europe that enable fauna to traverse busy roadways , this piece of architecture allows people to move through , over it and within it . The upper level links one precinct to the other , effectively offering the ‘ roof ’ as a pathway guiding pedestrians , cyclists and even horses from one side to the other . With over 1,400 homes planned for the expansive Seaton development , this landmark structure symbolises not only architectural prowess but also an investment in the future . The careful fusion of landscape and design embodies the essence of Seaton ’ s exceptional location , elevating the North Coast ’ s allure and ensuring a future that is both sustainable and inspiring .
MARANATHA COMMUNITY CHURCH EXPANSION , KEMPTON PARK
With a legacy spanning over a century , Maranatha Community Church stands as an enduring cornerstone of the Kempton Park community . Now , poised for an exciting new chapter , the church has embarked on a ground-breaking venture , having initiated earlier in the year the construction of a church campus within the thriving Riverfields Precinct .
Founded in 1907 as a humble Interdenominational Sunday School by a visionary businessman with a heart for children , Maranatha Community Church has grown exponentially over the years . Having completed their first building in 1915 , the church looks forward to moving into their third premises . Serving a congregation of approximately 6,000 people and hosting three services a day , the church has been a steadfast presence in the community , actively engaged in various outreach projects , including support to schools , feeding schemes and programmes aimed at assisting homeless people .
The multi-phase construction process began earlier in 2023 , with the first phase slated for completion in 2025 . The campus will feature a main auditorium accommodating over 5,500 worshippers , a separate building dedicated to children ’ s ministries , and a multipurpose hall serving both the youth and the greater community .
In addition to the expanded worship spaces , the new campus will feature a preschool facility catering to children aged 18 months and older and a coffee shop and restaurant .
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