If a holistic lifestyle and innovative green design is what you are looking for in a retirement venue, look no further than The La Vie Nouvelle Retirement and Wellness Village, conveniently located in Broadacres, Gauteng.
The concept of holistic wellness, financial, physical, spiritual and emotional, forms the basis of the village's ethos. This flows through from the specialised architectural design and greening design principles, to the security measures, on-site wellness centre and amenities, amongst others.
The village consists of 220 well-appointed units, varying from two- to three-bedroom simplexes to one- and two-bedroom garden cottages. A 47-bed frail-care centre forms part of the six-phase complex, currently due for completion by the end of May 2019.
Green design
Various concepts including energy consumption (gas, heat pumps, etc), water conservation (rainwater harvesting, grey water usage), the optimisation of natural light and wind circulation are implemented to save on utility expenses.
Wellness centre
The centre offers a heated indoor pool, consulting rooms, hairdressing services, hydrotherapy, a gym area, as well as chronic diseases treatment/therapies.
Central wetlands nature conservancy
There is a 2,4 Ha natural wetlands area made up of ponds, water features, 1,4 km walkways, bridges and relaxation areas.
Security
24-hour access and internal movement control, perimeter electric fencing, CCTV cameras and armed response are onsite. There is also an emergency electricity supply so that residents are never left without power.
Additional features
Aesthetically pleasing contemporary designs that utilise sustainable design elements
Window placement to ensure enhanced natural air circulation
Wheel chair turning circles to all kitchen and main bathroom areas
Ramp access for wheelchairs where necessary
Front door width allows easy emergency medical evacuation
Lift system to all multi-storey buildings
