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THE WOODSTOCK , CAPE TOWN
Only Realty ’ s development specialist division , Forge Homes , has officially launched The Woodstock , a new mixed-use property development in Woodstock , Cape Town . Two units have already been reserved and further sales are subject to a waiting list . The Woodstock will offer 32 one and two-bedroom apartments and the development will integrate the attractive landmark art gallery Art It Is , maintaining an essential aspect of Woodstock ’ s cultural landscape . The project will feature 24-hour security , high-speed Wi-Fi , onsite laundry facilities , and secure parking . Situated on Albert Road , the property is located near the Old Castle Brewery , The Neighbourgoods Market , and The Palms Centre , offering residents the advantages of a vibrant and wellregarded neighbourhood . Grant Smee , CEO of Only Realty Group , which recently acquired Forge Homes , states , “ Woodstock is an attractive option for buyers and investors due to its reasonable price entry level , making it accessible for first-time home buyers and buy-to-let investment specialists .” Woodstock ’ s property market has shown a steady year-on-year increase of approximately 8 %, reflecting the area ’ s growing appeal . The neighbourhood ’ s accessibility and affordability continue to make it a sought-after location for investors and new homeowners .
THE PARADIGM , CAPE TOWN CBD
Vantage Property and Tiber Construction have broken ground on a new mixeduse development in the heart of the Cape Town CBD . dhk Architects designed the scheme using an original concept massing approval designed by Fabian Architects . The Paradigm is a world-class development , designed so that each apartment benefits from panoramic views of the City Bowl , Cape Town harbour , Signal Hill and Table Mountain . dhk Interior Design created the interior designs throughout the commercial and residential spaces in the building including interior design packages for buyers to select with their purchase .
Due to the site ’ s gradient , the street-level frontages are activated on all three levels with retail units and restaurants , creating a human-scale sense of place for passers-by . The Paradigm also comprises business and luxury lifestyle offerings , including retail , restaurants , shared co-working spaces and 233 apartments ranging from studio , one , two , and three bedroom configurations as well as penthouse units .
The building ’ s distinctive façades on Buitengracht , Longmarket , Shortmarket and Rose Streets each have a unique character that responds to its facing context . On Buitengracht the building reflects the tall buildings along Buitengracht and the CBD skyline to the east , while the building steps down in response to the lowerscale of Rose Street .
The Paradigm also features a new publicly accessible courtyard facing Shortmarket Street , and up to Rose Street , which enables a connection through the site to Longmarket Street . New retail stores and restaurants line this new space , offering moments of connection , a chance to linger and a place for visitors and residents to meet and greet . Secure parking , swimming pool , and rooftop lounge offers residents a chance to live , work and play in inner-city Cape Town style .
The interior design introduces a neutral palette and light spaces in a calm , elegant combination , contrasted with the busy city outside and the building ’ s complex geometric architecture . The curated furniture pack offers buyers a range of bespoke furniture to complement the sophisticated atmosphere of The Paradigm ’ s interior spaces . These packs make it easy for buyers to curate luxurious interiors for their apartments , from the moment they move in .
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