Twin residential towers at the tip of the Msasani Peninsula

Msasani Bay Residences

Location
Msasani Peninsula, Dar es Salaam
Year
2023
Category
Residential Towers
Client
Msasani Bay Development Ltd
Overview

Twin residential towers positioned at the tip of the Msasani Peninsula, each unit oriented to catch the Indian Ocean breeze and unobstructed views across the bay toward the harbour.

Design Philosophy

Dar's coastal humidity demanded a building that breathes. We prioritized cross-ventilation and deep balconies over sealed glass, letting the ocean do the cooling long before mechanical systems switch on.

Gallery
Spiral balcony tower facade
Glass tower cluster viewed from below
Glass tower facade grid detail
Tower facade reflections
Tower facade against the sky
Drawings & Floor Plans
Msasani Bay Residences floor plan
Materials
  • Coral-stone aggregate concrete
  • Locally sawn mninga hardwood
  • Solar-reflective low-E glazing
  • Powder-coated aluminum screens
Construction Process

Piling into reclaimed coastal ground required a marine geotechnical survey and a slower, staged pour sequence to protect the adjacent shoreline.

Final Results

Both towers sold out within a year of handover and the development has become a benchmark for high-density coastal living in Dar es Salaam.

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