Evergreen lifestyle retirement villages are defined by their picturesque settings, landscaped public spaces and strong sense of community. The villages are based on a traditional arrangement of homes with in small private gardens that are all interconnected with narrow roads to retain the sense of a pedestrian environment. Evergreen environment sets up a safe, intimate and relaxing retirement.
Evergreen lifestyle retirement villages are referred to as a Cape vernacular variety. The design takes after classical form by means of rectilinear plan arrangement, exaggerated internal volumes and pure facade forms that embody the fundamental characteristics of a "home". The dwellings respond to the natural surroundings by means of Earth tones with contrasting tones seen in the additive forms such as the carports and patio structures. The Cape Dutch influence can be seen in the vertically proportioned windows and decorated gable walls.
Large, open plan living spaces gives the dwelling a contemporary feel that is complimented by a play of lighting on natural tone finishes.
