NEXT TO

JUST A STONE’S THROW AWAY FROM EVERYTHING.

NEXT TO is the brainchild of RussellStone Group, a privately owned investment company, and the renowned architectural firm Indigo Orange. The excellent location and urban feel of central Pretoria created an ideal opportunity to redesign one of its prominent landmarks and convert it into a unique residential property.

The urban development was drawn up by the architect Stephan Maré who drew inspiration from the Pompidou Centre – a 20th-century architectural marvel which houses both the National Museum of Modern Art and a famous public library. Stephan based NEXT TO’s vibrant, urban design on this radical architectural masterpiece situated in the heart of France. NEXT TO, much like the Pompidou Centre, is instantly recognisable thanks to its unique industrial exterior and vibrant, coloured tubing.

This modern architectural style emerged in the late 1970s and took inspiration from the modernist movement whilst utilising the latest technological advances and building materials. It aims to emphasise transparent design while highlighting a building’s underlying structure and function through its prominent exterior and minimalistic interior finishes.

NEXT TO’s colourful exterior bodes well with the environment it’s located in, with its origins revealing an equally inspiring tale. Originally constructed as a commercial property, NEXT TO’s architect and project developers wanted to retain the original structure of the building – essentially recycling what was already there and converting it into the area’s latest residential hub. This way the building pays homage to its history while also pioneering innovation and architectural creativity.

NEXT TO is ideally located on Lynnwood Road just 1.5km from the University of Pretoria. Also situated opposite various TUKS men’s residences and close to many medical, entertainment, sport and travel amenities, NEXT TO is just a stone’s throw away from anything you might need to enjoy your stay.