A fundamental facet of Clearwater Estate’s development approach is the integration of the architectural environment with the lush surrounding landscape. It is of critical importance to the developer to establish Clearwater Estate as a secure lifestyle estate that enhances the existing environmental opportunities and integrates these with the residential environment, creating a distinctive lifestyle milieu. The 'design with nature' approach enhances the sustainability of the indigenous surroundings and creates an interaction between man and the environment. Meticulous attention is given to the improvement and rehabilitation of the sensitive wetland environment within Clearwater Estate and the protection of these areas during construction activities. Functional and active landscape areas for the enjoyment of residents, especially children, are emphasised throughout the estate. These elements are combined with natural open spaces and indigenous park areas for visual and recreation purposes. Active open spaces include various children’s adventure play areas, open lawn areas for ball games and a gazebo viewing deck for parents to relax in the shade while keeping a watchful eye. CLEARWATER ESTATE’S LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE ENTAILS THE FOLLOWING: All erven have easy access to the wetland area Jogging/walking boardwalk around the wetland area Pavilion and viewing deck at lifestyle centre overlooks the wetland area and bird sanctuary Numerous other viewing decks with benches Fully automatic irrigation system to all park areas Tree-lined streets with indigenous trees Paved turning circle intersections and parks landscaped with indigenous plants A variety of unique water features situated at both entrance gates as well as at the main turning circle leading onto the Estate Children’s recreational play areas with ‘adventure’ play equipment and sandpits Paved walkways from gatehouses to lifestyle centre