STORIES #2
Our journey with Moka City
MASTERPLANNING - THE RESIDENTIAL MORCELLEMENTS
In March 2016, ENL Properties, the dynamic team in charge of the development of Moka Smart City, approached us to develop a Morcellement project at Courchamps. A sugar cane field area set to become a large residential neighborhood. Building on the original master plan, we proposed a complete redesign of the layout to maximize north orientations for the future houses. The resulting Morcellement, named Les Rives de Courchamps, was completed in 2017 featuring soft ways of desigining access roads and storm water drains, minimizing the built footprint.
In parallel, we were tasked with designing the main entrance to the entire Courchamps development. Instead of an architectural landmark, we proposed a landscaping design creating a subtle yet distinct identity, drawing inspiration from the orderly rows of sugar cane fields, offering a recognizable and natural entry point to the neighborhood.
Thanks to the success of this project, ENL Properties decided to continue our collaboration by hiring G+F for the subsequent development phases, which included drafting building guidelines for each. We designed Les Versants de Courchamps, characterized by its distinctive box-shaped entrance building made of stone and pine logs, along with an entrance water feature.
Then, Les Berges de Courchamps, facing les Rives was completed in 2023, and Les Plaines is set to begin construction soon.
For Bagatelle Hills, a smaller Morcellement consisting of only 17 plots, we aimed to continue our exploration of entrance gate design by proposing a unique 3D metal gate. This innovative design provided a modern and distinctive entry feature for the development.
We were also involved in the masterplanning of L’Avenir, the eastern part of Moka City.


APARTMENTS AND TOWNHOUSES
Our collaboration with ENL Property on apartment projects began in 2019 with the Les Promenades d’Helvetia Block J development. From the outset, we faced several design challenges, including navigating Moka City’s specific regulations, adapting to the sloping terrain, and meeting the diverse apartment types requested by the developer. By incorporating bespoke architectural elements, we were able to give the building a unique identity that truly stands out within the area.
At the same time, we were also entrusted with the design of the 15 townhouses at Les Pavillons d’Helvetia. Phase 1 was completed in 2023, and Phase 2 is set to begin construction in January 2025.
Our third residential project involves the construction of 5 apartment blocks, extending from Block J along the Promenade, with a total of 64 units. Construction will start in January 2025.


MIX USE & OFFICES
The Trademark and The Hybrid comprise two office buildings of Ground +3 and G+4, designed within the Telfair North precinct.
G+F was appointed as the local architects in collaboration with Iyer. Our responsibilities included preparing tender drawings documentation, coordinating technical services, issuing all relevant construction information, and overseeing site supervision and detail design for approximately 13,400 square metres of buildings.
This project marks a significant milestone for our firm, allowing us to enhance our BIM capabilities, work on a large-scale BIM platform, and elevate collaboration skills with our partner architects and stakeholders.
MORE TO COME
We are thrilled to be part of The Moka City development and are grateful to the ENL property team for their trust. We look forward to working on future projects and the great work we'll achieve together.
Visit the Moka City website to learn more about their vision: https://www.moka.mu/en/

PROJECT LIST :
- Les Rives de Courchamps 2016-2017
- Les Versants de Courchamps 2017-2020
- Courchamps Equestrian Estate 2018 (Unbuilt)
- Les Berges de Courchamps 2018-2023
- Bagatelle Hills 2018-2022
- L’Avenir Residential and Commercial Morcellement 2020-2024
- Les Plaines de Courchamps (Courchamps North) Design started in 2021
- La villa Durable – Sustainable house (Design competition 2021)
- Les Promenades d’Helvetia Apartments block J 2019-2023
- Les Pavillons d’Helvetia Townhouses Phases I & II 2019-2023
- Les Promenades d’Helvetia Apartments block K 2021 (Construction starting in January 2025)
- Moka City security post
- Telfair North Offices – The Hybrid & The Landmark 2021-2024

