Eastern Cape, South Africa
HOLE IN THE WALL TOURISM UPGRADE
Client
DBSA / Department of Tourism
Collaborators
Ruben Reddy Architects, Thembakele Consulting Engineers
Location
Eastern Cape, South Africa
Years
Current

The proposed development involves the refurbishment and construction of coastal infrastructure between existing hotels and residents and the Hole in the Wall landmark. The proposed refurbishments and construction aims to promote and develop sustainable coastal infrastructure and formalise coastal accessibility whilst promoting and preserving the ecological integrity of the site as far as possible

MAIN PROJECT FEATURES

  • Public walkways, look-out points and terraces
  • Rest areas with braai and picnic amenities
  • New beach access
  • Market space
  • New arrival building with interpretation centre and restaurant integrated into existing hill to preserve views and natural character of the environment
  • Grazing control measures

ACTIVITIES PERFORMED

  • Lead designer of landscape and architectural components
  • Assessment of site conditions
  • Detail design
  • Planting design
  • Site supervision
  • Service coordination
  • Waterproofing design
  • Lighting design
  • Design of custom integrated furniture