Striking Red Corobrik Face Brick Creates Inspired Design in New Century City Development
Reflecting across Cape Town ’ s Grand Canal are some 220,000 of Corobrik ’ s De Hoop face bricks which have been creatively incorporated into Century City ’ s latest residential development , Manhattan Quarter , located right on the canal banks .
This inspired modern creation , which forms part of the fast-appreciating new urban precinct a few minutes from the centre of the Mother City , is the latest addition to Rabie Property Group ’ s impressive profile . Prompted by the high demand for residential units in the area , Manhattan Quarter was contracted to Big Ben Construction with Munnik Visser Architects behind the building ’ s design .
“ The incredible versatility and aesthetic appeal of face brick is displayed exceptionally well in Manhattan Quarter ,” said Christie van Niekerk , Manager of Corobrik Western Cape . “ This is a prime example of where the product matches the area ’ s inspired design and style , creating a really inviting place for people to live , work and play .”
Van Niekerk said that , in addition to its visual appeal , Corobrik ’ s clay face bricks have associated cost-saving benefits because of the lack of future maintenance required . Noise reduction qualities , fireresistance and inherent thermal regulation are also some of the advantages that make Corobrik ’ s face brick a primary choice for such developments .
Project Manager from Rabie Property Group , Greg Jenkins , said the De Hoop face bricks were used throughout the development because of their unique construction qualities .
“ The face brick design allowed for natural ventilation in the semi-basement area while also offering an incredible durability that will ensure building longevity ,” said Jenkins . “ The eye-catching red works extremely well , complementing the existing structures such as the Manhattan Towers and Manhattan Wharfside . It captures the vibrant , sophisticated energy of this region and contrasts well with the existing landscape in colour and texture .”
The 13,500m 2 building consists of five levels and a semi-basement , with 63 one , two and three-bedroom apartments plus two four-bedroom penthouse apartments . There is a hard landscape quad and walkways , constructed with 25,000 of Corobrik ’ s De Hoop pavers , which work well alongside the face brick option .
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