To protect and support its delicate body, the tiny sea creature has devised a solution that has been dazzling minds across time with its simple and pristine design. A solid, endurable armor in the shape of a continuously winding spiral, the seashell is an emblem of growth and renewal, timelessness and inventiveness. Modeled under the long-standing principles of the golden ratio, the seashell is endowed with a flawless blueprint for visual elegance and organic sustainability.

One of nature's very last living fossils, the seashell has survived relatively unaffected by the sweeping tides of evolution. A classic design that is adaptable, and imaginative - not merely accommodating to changing times, but envisioning the very changes they will bring.

Guided by the ageless elegance and the persisting survival of the hard-shelled sailor, this summer brings you Seashell Coastal Resort, situated on a pristine stretch of Egypt’s North Coast. An embodiment of the visionary standards of the golden ratio, coupled with modern-day standards of luxury and exclusivity, this newest addition to heavenly vacationing will have you reeling in fascination.

Lending credibility to our long-standing expertise in the field of architecture, landscape design and master planning, Seashell is granting you, for the first time, an opportunity to experience Egypt's north coast in its finest, most exclusive element.

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Guaranteeing a unique vacationing experience means providing not one choice, but several, suited to a diversity of vacationing lifestyles. To this end, we are offering an assortment of unit types, each of which optimizes on a particular asset of the resort’s topography. In addition to optimal sea view, Seashell is equipped with an artificial lagoon at an elevation of 7m above sea level, as well as an impressive park facility, inhabited with distinct local vegetation.Clients can choose from four different zones, namely:

Beachfront: The coastal properties directly overlooking the beach, boasting spectacular views of the Mediterranean [Built-up Area: 550 sqm, Land Area Range: 1,400 -1,610 sqm]

Double Decker: First of its kind properties with two wooden decks and two facades, one facing the sea and the other facing the Lagoon. [Built-up Area: 460 sqm, Land Area Range: 1,020 -1,220 sqm]

Waterfront: Houses looking over the artificial lagoon, centrally located within the compound at a walking distance to both the beach and the park. [Built-up Area:330 sqm, Land Area Range: 870 -1,300 sqm]

Parkside: Villas surrounded with luscious greenery, enjoying views of the Park from all fronts. [Built-up Area: 310 sqm, Land Area Range: 790 -1,040 sqm]

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Along with the choice of unit type and situation, Seashell affords its clients a display of unit designs from which to choose their new summer home. To integrate established skill with fresh flair, local flavor with international caliber, Seashell prides itself on a collaborative design team comprising of such names as renowned architect Shehab Mazhar, up-and-coming talents from Upswing design, and prestigious international equivalents. Relying on local and worldwide players at the forefront of the industry, this collective endeavor aspires to create an architectural landscape that embraces diverse styles, all the while maintaining the overall harmony of place.

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Confronted throughout the design proc-ess with questions of measurements and ratios, the architect’s central task is to yield proportions most appropriate to a given place. Whether to maximize a property’s assets, such as sea-view or sunlight exposure, or to create a positive, well-balanced sense of space, an archi-tect relies on a sound mathematical formula, to be maintained throughout the entire project. Guided by the time-honored principles of the golden ratio, the design conception of Seashell is blessed with innate aesthetic and functional harmony.

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The principles of the golden proportion are above all criteria for beauty, applica-ble to architectural models and works of art alike. Seashell’s landscape planning relies on measurements governed by the golden mean, while its impressive collec-tion of hardscape fixtures plays with scale to produce striking manifestations of the golden ratio. Situated throughout the coastal project like monuments in a historical city, these fixtures provide interesting visualizations of the ratio underlying the entire design conception. They also add to the overall vivacious-ness of Seashell, bringing this impressive concrete development to life with com-pelling artistic features.

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Building a living space also means establishing a suitable mood to go along with it. Here at Seashell we have created an intimate and serene atmosphere with the help of a combination of soothing lighting schemes and subtle building materials. Imbued with soft lights and neutral wall colors, Seashell blends in smoothly with its sandy surroundings. Rather than disturb the natural scenery, each home is designed to adapt to its surrounding setting, both in terms of appearance and function.

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An elite resort, Seashell will house a limited number of units, totaling around 300, to allow residents the spaciousness and privacy required of a genuine vacation residence. Think smaller size, greater quality. The percentage of green land allocated to each property is significantly large when compared to neighboring projects where units are more closely positioned together. Here at Seashell, each private home is surrounded with broad space and extensive greenery to avoid the clustered living situations characteristic of larger developments. Each home is endowed with its own green oasis, very attractive for the city dweller hungry for a natural escape.

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What makes Seashell a prime summer destination is its guarantee of a secluded retreat at close proximity to the hottest spots and the major commercial centers. Superbly located between Bianchi and Spring Beach, just 3km from Haciendas, the coast’s trendiest venues are just a short beach walk away. More appealing for the young occupants seeking a beach party ambience is the nightlife within the very gates of Seashell: a buffet of top-notch restaurants and nightspots brought to you by notorious Omar Rateb. Seashell will very soon be home to Andrea, the country’s ultimate and hippest leisure institution, in addition to an internationally acclaimed resort hotel. The development will also be equipped with a number of essential facilities to boot, meeting the needs of the entire family. Accommodating to different lifestyle choices, Seashell affords its occupants the best of both worlds, choosing between the quietude of Seashell’s intimate community or the conveniences offered by neighboring ones.

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Aside from offering spectacular natural views and sensational exterior designs, Seashell will present its clients with a multitude of original interior design solutions for their new property. Our dynamic team of interior designers is composed of the most reputable players in the field, a joint venture between preeminent local and international experts. The resulting designs are a blend of classic techniques, contemporary standards and ecologically progressive methods, aimed to satisfy the nuances of client tastes and offer sought-after, original designs at competitive market prices.

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Infused with breathtaking natural beauty and inspired by the enduring guidelines of the golden ratio, Seashell is now providing you with a haven of well-being and rejuvenation. Allow yourself to recharge in the refuge of nature, aided by the organic harmony and astounding setting of your surroundings. Experience the ultimate high-end vacation in a place that combines style with comfort to create an aspirational lifestyle solution. A homey community, a summer destination, and an unparalleled architectural development are coming your way this summer in the all-in-one exceptional package presented by Seashell. Prepare to be dazzled by its golden charm.

Units will be available for sale following project launch in July 2010 and the project is set for completion in 2014, Seashell’s exclusive sales outlet is Upswing Properties, a brokerage company working exclusively with first-rate developers, architects and contractors.

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