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SOL KERZNER
Another goal of the development, Andrea explains, is help-
ing the environment: “We wanted to create something that
was sustainable. Given what’s happening with climate change,
we want to create a development thats not only beautiful to
look at and enjoy, but thats environmentally friendly.”
Sol was involved in the designs of each home, Andrea ex-
plains: “Each house has been completely designed with the in-
put from my father. We’re talking moving a wall by 100mm. It
took us a year to sign off on 8 houses.” Initially, the plan was to
develop the estate by selling plots, but the family came togeth-
er and decided to do things differently. Realising that these
homeowners would be their neighbours, the Kerzners decided
that they wanted to ensure that each property offered its res-
idents the same quality of living as the original family home.
Part of this is the estate’s unique resort facilities. Reminis-
cent of Sol Kerzner’s hospitality empire, residents will have
access to 24-hour concierge services, horse-riding lessons,
conference facilities, and basically anything else they may
need. Andrea explains: “the development has definitely been
inspired by my father’s luxury resorts.”
The homes
Each home is designed by one of South Africa’s top architects,
ensuring a unique and memorable residence. Ian Gray from
COA, another of the firms selected in the design process, ex-
plains that their design for one of the homes: “Maximises the
site’s stunning features, an