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CONSTRUCTION WORLD
AUGUST
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and the community,” says Mark Young,
founder and group managing director of
Landmark Studios.
Architecturally, the aesthetic takes its
lead from the area’s rich heritage. Mining
magnate, Sir Farrar, was a leader of the gold
reef of the East Rand in the late 1800s and
early 1900s and lived in a Herbert Baker-
designed manor house, which is now part of
St Andrews School for Girls in Bedfordview.
Mahatma Gandhi also famously lived in
the area in Satyagraha House, which is still
an attraction today.
Ideally located, The Neighbourhood
has convenient access to the Linksfield
off-ramp, is close to top schools and areas
such as Bedfordview, Senderwood and
Linksfield Ridge are easily accessible.
“Location is everything, and The
Neighbourhood is in a truly excellent family
location. It is surrounded by three private
schools, and it is the only secure, residential
lifestyle estates in the area. It’s a well
located urban area, where we feel there is a
massive demand. This is already apparent
by the interest we have gotten in the
development so far. Without any marketing,
we have a long list of names of interested
purchasers on the list for the residential
stands and lots of interest from retailers for
The Square,” says Kyriacos.
“We are excited to be developing such a
unique offering that is designed to enrich
the community, beautify and maintain this
much-loved area and provide a secure,
friendly environment for families to live in
for generations. Exactly what a neighbour-
hood should do,” Kyriacos continues.
Construction of The Neighbourhood
officially begins in August 2017, with most
of the stands in phase 1 and 2 already
reserved. Since May 2017, Investec
Property have been closing off and securing
the area so that it is safe for visitors to the
surrounding parkland. While there will be
some disruption during the construction of
the property, this will be managed as best
as possible.