In part three David talks about the connections between the paths from the houses to the roads and how it has all been carefully designed to create a harmonious blend of natural materials and the colours of nature and also how the costs are calculated.
In part four David will reveal what happens when nature gets involved and he also shows the simple tools used by the workmen.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.
When your first visit is only preparation for your return...
Monday, 8 August 2011
Friday, 5 August 2011
The roads and paths at Geshaview - part 2
In part two of his video series, David Hollands explains the thought processes behind the positioning of the roads and the construction method used.
The main consideration behind the positioning of the paths - in the absence of cars - is ease of use by people walking, riding bicycles, buggies or wheelchairs.
In part three David will talk about the connections between the paths from the houses to the roads and how it has all been carefully designed to create a harmonious blend of natural materials and colours.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.
The main consideration behind the positioning of the paths - in the absence of cars - is ease of use by people walking, riding bicycles, buggies or wheelchairs.
In part three David will talk about the connections between the paths from the houses to the roads and how it has all been carefully designed to create a harmonious blend of natural materials and colours.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information and a picture gallery visit the Geshaview village website.
Thursday, 4 August 2011
The View Café nears completion
The View Café (sometimes called Treetops) is positioned near the edge of the village and has magnificent views southwards towards the Stara Planina mountain range.
In this short video, David Hollands gives a brief update on the build progress and what visitors can look forward to when it opens.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information about the village, take a look at the Geshaview website.
In this short video, David Hollands gives a brief update on the build progress and what visitors can look forward to when it opens.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information about the village, take a look at the Geshaview website.
Wednesday, 3 August 2011
Photographic tour of Geshaview
Julian Georgiev takes you on a stunning photographic tour of the Geshaview village in Bulgaria.
The sequence of images shows just how beautiful Geshaview is looking.
The landscaping is nearing completion and the village is maturing into the harmonious blend with nature that was envisaged from its conception.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information about the village, take a look at the Geshaview website.
The sequence of images shows just how beautiful Geshaview is looking.
The landscaping is nearing completion and the village is maturing into the harmonious blend with nature that was envisaged from its conception.
To see more YouTube videos about the village go to: www.youtube.com/mikegeshaview, or for more information about the village, take a look at the Geshaview website.
Friday, 29 July 2011
The roads and pathways at Geshaview
The underlying principle behind the Geshaview village has been an eco-friendly approach to its construction.
One example of this is the roads and pathways that meander around the village.
No tarmac or concrete, no kerbs, drains or gutters, no cars!
The materials used for the roads are from the nearby quarry and the construction takes into account the natural drainage of surface water.
In part one of a video series David Hollands gives an introduction to the roads and the thinking behind their construction.
For more information and a picture gallery of the village visit the Geshaview village website.
One example of this is the roads and pathways that meander around the village.
No tarmac or concrete, no kerbs, drains or gutters, no cars!
The materials used for the roads are from the nearby quarry and the construction takes into account the natural drainage of surface water.
In part one of a video series David Hollands gives an introduction to the roads and the thinking behind their construction.
For more information and a picture gallery of the village visit the Geshaview village website.
Thursday, 28 July 2011
Bridge over the pond at Geshaview
Part of the landscaping at Geshaview has been the pond and traditional style bridge.
The pond is not only an attractive feature it also plays an important role in the village
water catchment system.
The bridge creates an idyllic location that is set to be the backdrop of a million photographs.
Built with reclaimed beams and designed in the traditional Bulgarian style, the bridge connects the main village to the forest townhouses and the forest edge.
As the pond matures during the autumn and winter, it will be stocked with fish, and, plants that are naturally found in the area will be slowly introduced.
The pond is not only an attractive feature it also plays an important role in the village
water catchment system.
The bridge creates an idyllic location that is set to be the backdrop of a million photographs.
Built with reclaimed beams and designed in the traditional Bulgarian style, the bridge connects the main village to the forest townhouses and the forest edge.
As the pond matures during the autumn and winter, it will be stocked with fish, and, plants that are naturally found in the area will be slowly introduced.
Wednesday, 27 July 2011
Latest issue of the Geshaview newsletter
The July 2011 issue of the Geshaview Newsletter is now available for downloading.
In this 8 page issue David Hollands gives a personal report on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival which took place in May.
The issue also includes an article on the building of the pond and bridge as well as a progress report on the Courtyard.
A new feature is a link to a YouTube video on some of the articles which give a more dynamic view of the village.
If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook.
Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.
In this 8 page issue David Hollands gives a personal report on the First Geshaview International Arts Festival which took place in May.
The issue also includes an article on the building of the pond and bridge as well as a progress report on the Courtyard.
A new feature is a link to a YouTube video on some of the articles which give a more dynamic view of the village.
If the link to the ebook version above doesn't work you can either try this link to the Geshaview Newsletter ebook.
Or you can view the PDF version and all the back issues of the Geshaview Newsletter here.
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