Property Management Projects by Lighthouse

The transformation of an old steakhouse into a boutique backpackers accommodation has been a remarkable journey. The space was stripped back to raw cement and reimagined with cozy guest bedrooms, a communal kitchen, unisex bathrooms, and a relaxed chill area—perfect for unwinding after whale watching and beach walks. Additionally, the project has incorporated modern amenities, including hospitality laundry services to enhance guest convenience. Project budget: R1 million.

The conversion of four sub-basement parking bays into a fully operational hospitality laundry servicing a 64-room hotel and nearby backpackers accommodation was a key focus. The project emphasized efficient space planning to accommodate industrial equipment, optimize workflow, and ensure seamless hospitality laundry services, transforming an underutilized parking area into a vital operational facility.

The conversion of existing retail premises into backpackers accommodation for a hotel group in Hermanus involved a comprehensive project focused on reconfiguring the space to meet hotel standards. This transformation aimed to create comfortable, functional accommodation that aligns with the coastal setting, while also considering essential hospitality laundry services and facilities like cooling tower replacement for optimal comfort.

The replacement of two end-of-life cooling towers with new, energy-efficient units in the Cape Town CBD is part of a R5 million project. This initiative not only enhances the building's efficiency but also supports nearby backpackers accommodation by ensuring reliable climate control. Detailed planning and coordination of multiple subcontractors were essential for the safe execution of the cooling tower replacement, minimizing disruption to building operations and maintaining the quality expected in hospitality laundry services.

Comprehensive upgrade of a CBD building, which will enhance backpackers accommodation, including the installation of two new 500kVA generators, upgrades to the fire suppression system, and the addition of a new fire escape to increase maximum floor capacity. Additionally, the project includes cooling tower replacement to improve efficiency. The R32 million project achieved full regulatory compliance and occupational certification, ensuring it meets the standards for hospitality laundry services.

We develop comprehensive, easy-to-follow maintenance schedules for every property, including those like backpackers accommodation, supported by clear Excel-based tracking tools. Annual technical operational budgets are also prepared, with maintenance costs structured in both monthly and yearly formats to ensure effective planning and ongoing asset care, such as cooling tower replacement and hospitality laundry services.