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TWO RIVERS DEVELOPMENT NAIROBI, KENYA
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Two Rivers Development
By: Nicholas Paul Griffin
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he city of Nairobi is soon to find itself spoilt for choice when it comes to shopping, leisure, residential and many more modern lifestyle benefits.
Currently in progress is the construction of the largest lifestyle centre within Sub Saharan Africa, outside of South Africa, located within a much sought after residential neighbourhood in Nairobi. The Two Rivers Development, inspired by Centum Investment and delivered by Athena Properties Ltd as a hub of business and leisure activity, promises to be the region’s destination centre of choice.
Chris Ochieng, MD Athena Properties
Centum Group Two Rivers was conceived as the result of an elaborate strategy from the Centum Group, one of East Africa’s leading investment companies, to expand its real estate and infrastructure portfolio. This strategy will see the creation of a worldclass, mixed-use development that will greatly benefit visitors, businesses operating within the development, residents and property owners, while at the same time contributing to the country’s economic growth. To achieve this, Centum acquired 100 acres of prime, undeveloped land in 2010, located in the diplomatic blue zone of Gigiri. Not far behind this acquisition was the beginning of infrastructure and mall development processes. The team behind Two Rivers is Athena Properties Ltd (www.athena-properties. com), a wholly owned subsidiary of Centum Investment Company and a leading East Africa real estate development firm with a special focus on large scale, mixed-use developments. Athena offers a complete suite of end4
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to-end solutions in large-scale property developments, providing services that include master-planning, urban planning, project management, construction management, development management, leasing, sales, project finance modelling and consulting. Athena has been the driving force behind some high profile, large-scale, master-plan projects, the likes of which have no precedent in East Africa. The team oversees major master-plan development projects all the way from inception to completion and handover. The company has played a vital role in the implementation of Two Rivers’ strategic plan, leading from the front with an able and determined workforce firmly committed to delivering great results through a strong team spirit. Athena’s influence has helped coordinate processes from master-planning, securing statutory approvals, fundraising and budget checks, to professional team appointment and management, project reporting, risk management and branding, along with several other of the project’s key aspects.
Two Rivers Development is essentially a new city under construction, and is all set to become a financial hub for Kenya.
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Kenyan Benefits Two Rivers Development is essentially a new city under construction, and is all set to become a financial hub for Kenya, as well as providing a business, entertainment and residential location of choice. The development is driven by the market and will integrate retail, entertainment and lifestyle facilities, modern office parks, residential apartments, hotels, civic, recreational, healthcare and public amenities. These facilities will be supported by a high quality, centrally managed infrastructure, with roughly 30% allocated to the preservation of green areas. The Two Rivers Development will be constructed in phases and when complete will have an estimated build up area of 851,000m2.
Two Rivers will demonstrate how impressive mixed-use developments can be when land and infrastructure are put to efficient use. Kenya, especially Nairobi, has huge potential for such developments, owing to its strategic location as the primary commercial and transport hub for Africa. As a result many multinationals are setting up their bases in the city, which is currently experiencing rapid urbanisation, with more than 250,000 people estimated to be moving into the city every year. This urbanisation and population growth presents a challenge, especially due to limited resources and lack of infrastructure to support the swelling population, meaning particularly keen developers have begun to recognise an opportunity.
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Congratulations to Centum for the Two Rivers Precinct
Boogertman + Partners are proud to be a part of this project TWO RIVERS PRECINCT NAIROBI, KENYA
The Two Rivers Precinct is a mixed use development in Runda, Nairobi. The project scope includes the design of a retail mall, offices, 3 and 5 Star Hotel. Boogertman + Partners Kenya are the lead architects on the masterplan implementation and co-ordination, supported by Boogertman + Partners South Africa. The first phase of the development is currently nearing completion. Once complete, this jewel in the crown of the Centum Group will be the largest lifestyle centre within Sub-Saharan Africa outside of South Africa.
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Two Rivers Development will be the largest lifestyle centre within Sub Saharan Africa, outside of South Africa
Through its distinct vision, Two Rivers is set to address these challenges, fusing retail, offices, hotels and residential developments to achieve synergy where assets will be functionally integrated. The development will play a vital role in the decentralisation of Nairobi CBD, as the pleasures of shopping, dining, working, leisure and hospitality will all be accessible within a pedestrian-friendly environment.
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amenities and recreational areas, including outdoor waterfront, water sports and entertainment areas. Directly adjacent to the three food and beverage levels, the riverfront occupies over three acres of land, carving out an interactive open space for the public, a space that will regularly host exciting activities.
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The local river will be a key attraction. Fountains will dominate the scene, and sculptural elements will be merged with the landscape.
At Two Rivers, visitors and residents will experience an attractive and secure urban environment, with a high proportion of urban
All restaurants overlook the riverfront, offering diners an amazing view as they enjoy a meal on the terrace.
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Two Rivers will have a 3 and 5 star hotel to accommodate business or leisure stay
Over 30% of Two-Rivers development will be set aside for parks & natural spaces
Carrefour Group signs up at the Two Rivers Lifestyle Centre This urban realm will interconnect the public space with the retail centre. Within the space will be a children’s play area, exhibition space and other activities which will create a buzz, not just in Nairobi, but in other East African cities as well. The area’s public parks will provide adequate furniture and relaxation facilities for the whole family, with a particular focus on entertainment areas for children. Sports services following the beautiful ebb and flow of the natural terrain will add to aesthetic appeal. Practical features such as state-of-the-art landscaping, road paving, intersections, pedestrian prioritised roadways, on-grade parking and all-paved areas will add to the accessibility of Two Rivers, making it available to everyone. 8
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The riparian reserve and public areas will be landscaped into a lush green space with indigenous trees, grass and flowers to enhance the unique environment. There will be water features at various strategic points throughout the development.
Two Rivers Mall The Two Rivers Development is anchored by Two Rivers Lifestyle Centre Ltd, the largest retail mall in sub-Saharan Africa outside South Africa, which is set to open its doors in March 2016. With over 220 outlets, the Two Rivers Lifestyle Centre will have an exciting mix of tenants, with approximately 50% local and 50% international brands. The centre offers for let 67,000 m2 and 20,000 m2 of office space.
Two Rivers Development will offer an impressive mix of medium and high density serviced apartments
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Construction underway at the Two Rivers site
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Solar panels on the rooftop parking at Two Rivers With a distinctive and eclectic mix of tenants, the Lifestyle Centre will offer a wide range of fashion labels, fascinating culinary flavour selections for every palate, and a food lover’s market to cater for every shopping list. Carrefour will be the Hypermarket anchor tenant of the mall complementing the entertainment and lifestyle anchors. The centre will have everything from everyday essentials to gourmet bites, tailored furniture and lifestyle furnishings, the finest technology, scenic arts and crafts, ultra-modern fitness centre, financial service providers, jewellery, sports equipment and apparel, car showrooms and fantastic entertainment for the whole family. The Lifestyle Centre will also capture and 10 Two Rivers Development · Kenya
present the natural elements via the majestic riverfront, offering outstanding outdoor entertainment throughout the day that will make it hard for any visitor to leave. Plans are also underway for the construction of luxury apartments at Two Rivers, offering tenants the chance to indulge in and enjoy rich, comfortable living. This will be followed by a modern health facility, which will be among other advanced establishments tailormade for the consumer and informed by the times. The Two Rivers Development promises to be a ground breaking initiative, putting Nairobi at the forefront of the lifestyle industry and setting a high standard for the rest of East Africa to follow. ASPIRE
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