Overview
Stretching along the dramatic coastline of the Gulf of Guinea, this expansive masterplan is a visionary exercise in coastal urbanism, luxury hospitality, and ecological integration. Designed as a holistic, self-sustaining destination, the development perfectly balances the vibrant energy of a waterfront city with the secluded tranquility of a private nature reserve.
Client:
RBN AFRICA
Year:
2018
Category:
Commercial
Location:
San Pedro, Cote d'Ivoire
Status:
Completed
The Waterfront: The Marina & Hospitality Edge
The active, public-facing edge of the masterplan is anchored by a newly excavated Marina and Town Center. Conceived as the vibrant urban hub of the project, this node draws life toward the water, offering a mix of retail, dining, and nautical amenities. Flanking the marina along the coastline are premium resort hotels, strategically positioned to ensure that tourists and visitors enjoy continuous, unobstructed beach access and sweeping panoramic views of the ocean.
The Residential Sanctuary & Spatial Typologies
Moving inland from the coast, the masterplan transitions into a highly curated, ultra-private residential sanctuary. The housing development rejects the traditional, dense grid in favor of organic, geometric "pods." These homes are categorized into three distinct architectural and organizational typologies tailored to diverse lifestyles:
Villa Terraces: Stepping down the landscape to maximize sightlines.
Golf Villas: Seamlessly integrated into the rolling topography of the expansive, world-class golf course.
Villa Clusters: Intimate, community-focused groupings designed for ultimate exclusivity.
Landscape & Quality of Life
A core tenet of the design is the preservation and integration of nature. Every residential zone is heavily buffered by preserved wooded areas, lush meadows, and manicured green belts. This rigorous landscaping strategy does more than just guarantee absolute privacy for the inhabitants; it creates a high-performance ecosystem. By prioritizing environmental health, fluid mobility, and seamless accessibility to premium facilities, the masterplan establishes an unparalleled quality of living on the African coast.
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TEAM
Partners
Mirco Monti, Omar Diouf
Project Team
Omar Diouf





