Swish Property Group CEO, Giancarlo Lanfranchi says that the Upper East Side is in line with global trends of ‘going green’. “Not only are we offering the benefit of reduced traffic congestion into the city, the entire development is dedicated to reducing the carbon footprint of our residents.”
Environmentally-friendly features include rain-water capturing facilities, low-energy lighting, waste energy used to heat water cylinders, recycling facilities and solar power.

“We’re also retained existing features such as a Brise-soleil to reduce solar heat, thereby reducing the amount of energy needed to cool the buildings.”

Balancing the green elements with an upmarket and stylish style, the groundbreaking property boasts prime commercial, retail and residential space. Situated in Cape Town’s suburb of Upper Woodstock, it offers the convenience of location to both Cape Town’s CBD and major public transport routes, and is designed as a contemporary space where residents can live, work and play. 

In addition to the 5000sqm of residential space, the 10 000sq/m commercial, and 2 700sq/m retail phases will contribute towards Cape Town’s inner-city rejuvenation, which is being lead by a partnership involving the municipality, developers and businesses. Phase Two will feature 86 apartments, 18 work/live lofts, and over 800 parking bays. “In an area with a traditionally vibrant and colourful past, we’re proud to help bring about it’s upliftment by encouraging the resurgence of residents such as entrepreneurs, artists, artisans and musicians, who will bring with them a new wave of creativity, and a much needed financial injection. By offering residents a completely self-contained commercial and residential experience, including Phase 1’s restored sixties-designed building, we are in line with global trends of mixed use facilities, and preserving our country’s heritage.”

With GRIDCO construction heading up the construction front, it was left to Design 360 to take on the challenge of designing a trendy, lifestyle-driven mixed use experience. The development will appeal to those who feel they would benefit and thrive in a modern, cosmopolitan environment complimented by slick buildings, A-grade office design, 24/7 security, ample parking, a Zen garden, and a fully equipped gym with an indoor pool. Activity will focus around the central open piazza featuring upmarket restaurants, cafes and retail outlets.

“The conservation of our natural resources is a vital consideration in modern day construction. While environmental concern has been a major focus internationally for some years, South Africans are only just catching up, and therefore, Upper East Side can stand as a model for other green developments.”  

Phase Two of Upper East Side is set to launch in early November, with Phase One due for completion in the same month