Pearl for Africa Marriott Hotel Kampala, Uganda
In Uganda's capital, a new hotel gem is taking shape with the Marriott Kampala. In the video interview, the designers reveal how local design elements and Geberit solutions blend to create a unique hotel experience.
Lake Victoria, the world’s second-largest freshwater lake, shapes the landscape and life of East Africa. On its northern shore lies Kampala, Uganda’s vibrant capital. In the district of Nsambya, the new Marriott Hotel Kampala is about to open its doors.
The interior design was created by MMAC Design Associates from Dubai, a studio founded in 2013 by Christian Merieau and Anil Mangalat. Together, they have designed more than 100 hotels worldwide. Christian Merieau, an interior architect from Geneva (CH), originally comes from a hotel management background, while Anil Mangalat is an architect and interior designer with a master’s degree from the Domus Academy in Milan (IT). For the Marriott, the duo combined marble, intricate woodwork, and natural textures to create a sensual, spa-like atmosphere that reflects Uganda’s natural beauty.
Geberit solutions are featured both in front of and behind the walls: SuperTube ensures space-saving and efficient building drainage, while Pluvia uses negative pressure to channel rainwater from the roof. In the guest areas, sanitary solutions such as CleanLine60 shower channels, rimless Smyle WCs, and Sigma20 and Sigma50 actuator plates seamlessly combine design and functionality.
Anil Mangalat says: “Geberit has been reliable for years – not only in terms of product quality, but also thanks to strong on-site support, product training, project assistance and reliable contact persons at all times.”
Facts
Geberit Know-how
Geberit products used in the project
- SuperTube drainage system
- Pluvia roof drainage
- Alpha, Sigma, Omega concealed cisterns
- Sigma20 and Sigma50 actuator plates
- Smyle toilets, rimfree
- Selnova urinals
- CleanLine60 shower channels
- VariForm washbasins
Geberit SuperTube technology
Our pioneering SuperTube technology saves space in building drainage, makes planning easier than with conventional drainage systems, and creates more residential and floor space.
Geberit Pluvia
The syphonic roof drainage system ensures efficient and reliable performance even during heavy rainfall. Geberit Pluvia impresses with its design flexibility during planning and its cost-effectiveness in both installation and operation.
Geberit concealed cisterns
Geberit concealed cisterns are the classics of modern bathroom installations and have been installed a million times over around the world for more than 50 years.
Actuator plates for WCs & urinals
Geberit flush plates and cover plates don’t just look great, they also feature versatile functions.
Toilets & toilet seats
Geberit offers everything for your WC from a single source. From rimless WCs and flush plates in various designs through to cisterns and toilet seats.
Geberit Smyle
With its contemporary design and ornate lines, the Geberit Smyle bathroom series creates a relaxing and positive bathroom ambience and brings harmony and lightness into every bathroom.
Urinals
Full flexibility and particularly easy maintenance with perfectly coordinated ceramic appliances, urinal flush controls, traps, partition walls and cover plates.
Geberit Selnova
With its timeless, classic lines, the Geberit Selnova bathroom series can be incorporated into any bathroom.
Geberit CleanLine shower drains
The Geberit CleanLine is breaking new ground in shower drainage. It incorporates an elegant stainless-steel profile to guide the water away.
Bathroom sinks
Geberit washbasins are available in a variety of shapes and designs. So whether you prefer round, square, oval or a mini handrinse basin for the guest WC, we’ve got it covered.
Geberit VariForm
Lay-on washbasins, countertop and under-countertop washbasins offer numerous possibilities for the design of washbasin areas. They can be used for unique design concepts in private bathrooms and hotel bathrooms alike.
Architects
Architects
- Client: Capitol Shoppers
- Architecture: MMAC Dubai
- Completion: 2025/26